Photograph and Camera talk
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Has anyone her got experience with some of the newer X100 cameras?
I had an X100 when they first came out and subsequently traded it for an X-T1. I then bought an X-T2 which has become my main camera but I pretty much always use the 35mm 1.4 and 23mm 1.4.
I miss the dimensions of the X100 (even though the X-T2 is hardly a large camera) and am debating trading the X-T2 towards the X100V.
Has anyone gone from X-T to X100 and not regretted it? I like to carry a camera most of the time and mainly capture street/architecture so the X100V is appealing.
No experience with the newer x100 series but had an X100s, XT1, and XPro1, all at the same time.
For me, I loved the OVF but hated the absolute uncertainty or ability to know what was being focused on without having to switch or enable some form of EVF. The 14mm with the actual focus ring, similar to the 23mm iirc, was nice to be able to zone focus somewhat reasonably, but still left a lot to be desired for how I wanted to shoot. Of the bunch, I ended up using the XT1 the most just for how good the EVF was and its faster performance, but ultimately, I got frustrated with the entire system realizing I wanted an OVF and a camera that was much simpler without all of the crazy settings and menus. In the end, I got a leica and have never once looked back now having had the same camera for over 7 years with no desire to consider any other way of shooting, but I also don't shoot action or kiddos very often.
Yeah this kinda confirms what I’ve been weighing up for a couple of years. I’ve been coveting a Leica and Summilux 35.
Which model have you got? I don’t know enough about Leica really to distinguish which is the one to go for. I’m guessing the M10 or 11?
I see you can get a M9 for less than £2k these days. I’m not hugely bothered by megapixels so perhaps that’s a good option. The M10 is quite a step up in price.
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Would anyone have insight on a good mirrorless camera to get into photography with? A beginner's camera I suppose.
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Would anyone have insight on a good mirrorless camera to get into photography with? A beginner's camera I suppose.
What's your budget?
Fuji x100's are always great reliable cameras. I've also recommended Sony Alpha's to friends. Leica's are beginner cameras price wise but there mirrorless options are fantastic.
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I've said it before and I'll say it again: Sony A6000 is still a great beginner camera, if you're on a really tight budget. Tons of videos on Youtube to get you going and a huge variety of lenses.
Most probably not your last camera, but a great deal. Like the Edwin of the Denim world.If you're more into the playfulness and nostalgia of Fuji, you could score a great deal on an X-T3 or X-T30 now that the X-T5 is released.
No matter what system you go for one advice is always true IMHO: Glass over body!
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@thread.and.steel @weftyarn Thank you both. I am not sure what my budget is but it's flexible. Cameras seem to occupy their own stratosphere when it comes to price. Growing up my mom adopted the Nikon DSLR format quickly and even back then I remember the prices being significant.
Glass over body must mean that the lenses are what I should invest in?
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@thread.and.steel @weftyarn Thank you both. I am not sure what my budget is but it's flexible. Cameras seem to occupy their own stratosphere when it comes to price. Growing up my mom adopted the Nikon DSLR format quickly and even back then I remember the prices being significant.
Glass over body must mean that the lenses are what I should invest in?
Not necessarily. I've been using my Leica Q which has a fixed lens for about 5 years now and love it. I take mostly street photography so I haven't needed anything different.
I agree with @weftyarn. Fuji and Sony are where I'd start.
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@GardenState I've used a few different cameras over the years, but have been using Fuji now for about 10 years, and I use at the moment for street photography my Fuji X70, nothing flash, its got a fixed 28mm lens with a 2.8 fstop, but it always gets a good wide shot, that is good enough quality to crop into if needed. One of the good things is that its small, so easy to carry and not obvious.
But the main thing is to just have a camera - cant remember who said it, but 'the best camera is the one that's with you' - which is a pretty good saying to remember when you see all the fantastic, expensive cameras out there!
A few I've taken with the Fuji in Marrakesh…
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@Steve That is amazing photography. Excellent advice. I think I have missed so many opportunities to take photos on trips and with family and just when I'm out. You are the second or third person now to recommend Fuji. I think I may have to pick an X70 up!
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Subway people
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Yeah this kinda confirms what I’ve been weighing up for a couple of years. I’ve been coveting a Leica and Summilux 35.
Which model have you got? I don’t know enough about Leica really to distinguish which is the one to go for. I’m guessing the M10 or 11?
I see you can get a M9 for less than £2k these days. I’m not hugely bothered by megapixels so perhaps that’s a good option. The M10 is quite a step up in price.
@1981FXe sorry for my slow reply! I missed yours originally.
I've got the 240 & 246 but I've been contemplating downsizing to an m10m.
The m9 has got great color but is definitely showing its age a bit. The 240 series is still a great camera but it's heavy and bulky compared to either m10 or 11. Definitely has better battery life than the m10. Honestly can't really go wrong with any of them though, but would skip the m8 and be very careful about m9s to ensure you don't end up with a corroding sensor. I believe they are completely out of replacement sensors at this point. -
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@weftyarn If you ever come to NYC,I'd be happy to take you on a NYC Subway photoshoot. Really great pictures.
Oh man, that would be so great!! I’ve never been to NY and will definitely let you know when it happens.
@weftyarn you'd love NY Subway (actually NYC!), some fantastic ops for some great street photography. Some I took last time there…
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@pechelman thanks for the reply! Some great info. My head says get a newer one just to be on the safe side of future proofing. My bank account says otherwise!
Incredible shots, really really nice.
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@Steve Not sure what you call it, but were you using film simulation settings?
. That’s a great question,as the pictures do look like old school analog film. I have a plug in for my software that allows my to access quite a lot of color and B&W films from different eras,which sometimes is overkill.
