Avotius
Some guy
GAS aside (is it ever for us?) if you had to buy your CSC, EVIL, mirrorless, or whatever you want to call it all over again with what we have today what would you do?
I am keeping the poll options to what seem to be the two most "popular" cameras right now, but feel free to ring in with something else!
I am keeping the poll options to what seem to be the two most "popular" cameras right now, but feel free to ring in with something else!
Ezzie
E. D. Russell Roberts
I already have. The X-E1, and lovin it. Will still do film, and loads of it. But may consider giving up 135, and just shooting 120 and bigger.
Avotius
Some guy
I for one am coming off a well used Olympus EP1. I only have two lenses, the old kit zoom and the Panasonic 20mm f1.7 (which I love) though I have access to the Panasonic 7-14 and 45-200 both of which I love as well. But my joy is with the prime and thats what lives on my camera. The EP1 is really showing its age though, the image quality compared to what's out there now...sucks. I never want to look at images at 100% because I always feel disappointed.
If I had to upgrade I would be thinking of an Olympus OMD or Fuji XE1. I love the Olympus for its in body stabilization which I might find hard to live without now. Though I don't miss it with the Leica M9. Since I only really have one lens that I use with m43 staying in system is not a biggy, though I do sometimes like to use my adapted lenses, especially my old Exakta Carl Zeiss 50mm f2 Pancolar. Still, buying a new set of adapters is no biggy either. That Fuji is tempting. Its basically the same sort of set up as the Olympus body wise to me, minus some of the Oly's perks, but bringing some of its own. I feel the Oly seems a little small in my hands too, the Fuji's RF style design is more ergonomic for me (assuming it's similar to the X100 which I hear it is).
If I had to choose now I would have a hard time. Locally the OMD is a whole $350 US more expensive than the Fuji, which is about right at its normal $1000 price point. Thats a big difference, but then I have a lens for the Old and would need to get one for the Fuji. Still, the Fuji is something new and interesting......
If I had to upgrade I would be thinking of an Olympus OMD or Fuji XE1. I love the Olympus for its in body stabilization which I might find hard to live without now. Though I don't miss it with the Leica M9. Since I only really have one lens that I use with m43 staying in system is not a biggy, though I do sometimes like to use my adapted lenses, especially my old Exakta Carl Zeiss 50mm f2 Pancolar. Still, buying a new set of adapters is no biggy either. That Fuji is tempting. Its basically the same sort of set up as the Olympus body wise to me, minus some of the Oly's perks, but bringing some of its own. I feel the Oly seems a little small in my hands too, the Fuji's RF style design is more ergonomic for me (assuming it's similar to the X100 which I hear it is).
If I had to choose now I would have a hard time. Locally the OMD is a whole $350 US more expensive than the Fuji, which is about right at its normal $1000 price point. Thats a big difference, but then I have a lens for the Old and would need to get one for the Fuji. Still, the Fuji is something new and interesting......
willie_901
Veteran
I own the XP-1, so the XE-1 would be my choice.
The OMD is a fine system. I never considered it because the sensor is to small for my goals. Others have different goals, so the OMD is an excellent choice for them. The sealed construction and stabilization are very useful. The quick AF and articulated screen is also very useful.
The OMD is a fine system. I never considered it because the sensor is to small for my goals. Others have different goals, so the OMD is an excellent choice for them. The sealed construction and stabilization are very useful. The quick AF and articulated screen is also very useful.
Nicolai
Established
The OM-D and the X-E1 are two cameras I am considering buying.
I can't really deside which one.
I can't really deside which one.
maitani
Well-known
shoot film, shoot film, get an M9 when you have saved enough imo, all the rest is a disrtraction and waste of time imo, to answer the question honestly
CaptZoom
Established
M9 doesn't provide weather sealing which alone makes the Oly appealing. The image stabilization is the cherry on top.
I use the M9 exclusively, and it sucks when I can't take it out because of questionable weather. I've been seriously considering adding the Oly. I probably will when the next model comes out and this one can be had at a much lower price. I have my primary camera, so I can afford to wait. If I was in the market for a new body today, the Oly would be at the top of my short list.
I use the M9 exclusively, and it sucks when I can't take it out because of questionable weather. I've been seriously considering adding the Oly. I probably will when the next model comes out and this one can be had at a much lower price. I have my primary camera, so I can afford to wait. If I was in the market for a new body today, the Oly would be at the top of my short list.
DtheG
Established
I don't think the electronic viewfinder is quite good enough alone yet, so I'll stick to the X100 and think about a XPro-1 for a while yet
david.elliott
Well-known
OMD for me. I greatly prefer it for the majority of my work, which is macro stuff.
I use the xpro1 and x100 and would buy them again despite the newer cameras. I hated the omd.
gavinlg
Veteran
X-pro1 for me. I've settled on one as my digital. For anything where I need more IQ I'll use medium format film. Ergonomics are perfect, lenses are great, and the larger sensor is nicer than the m4/3 sized chip.
The OVF in the x-pro1 makes the whole thing work so well. The XE1 may have a better EVF, but to be honest the unit in the x-pro1 is easily good enough for my uses. Even in low light. Even in fast street settings. Very impressed.
The OVF in the x-pro1 makes the whole thing work so well. The XE1 may have a better EVF, but to be honest the unit in the x-pro1 is easily good enough for my uses. Even in low light. Even in fast street settings. Very impressed.
Lss
Well-known
As long as we are talking about the EVIL cameras, then I would probably stick with the OM-D (or Panasonic GH series for the video performance). It's quite simply the most complete package. Sony NEX is good, but I just don't like the system very much. Fuji would get more interesting if there was Aperture support.
f6andBthere
Well-known
steveniphoto
Well-known
i picked the obvious, more superior option.. film 
but if i did have to choose i would go for the OMD. i love olympus and they have never let me down. i used to own the X100 and although the output of the camera was the best ive seen for a compact APS-C camera, it was too quirky. ive heard the X Pro 1 was kind of finicky too so i am staying clear of Fuji digital for a little bit.
but if i did have to choose i would go for the OMD. i love olympus and they have never let me down. i used to own the X100 and although the output of the camera was the best ive seen for a compact APS-C camera, it was too quirky. ive heard the X Pro 1 was kind of finicky too so i am staying clear of Fuji digital for a little bit.
RAK
Member
NEX-7. The OMD has a much smaller sensor and the Fujis are quirky. Some may like the lens selection on the Fuji better but the 24mm Zeiss is just perfect and the only lens i need.
No, why are you so hurt by the fact that I hated a camera? The way a camera feels in your hand is important if you are going to use it everyday. It felt like a tv remote control to me.
f6andBthere
Well-known
I've had cameras that were dogs but I never hated them.
I wasn't hurt personally ... just puzzled by the use of such a strong term for a consumer product that ultimately didn't suit you.
Archiver
Veteran
If I had to do it all again, which mirrorless system would I buy? As owner of the M-system, OM-D and Ricoh GXR system, this isn't the easiest question. I would still own all three. With adapter/module, Leica lenses can be used on both the OM-D and GXR.
The OM-D is the camera I use in spotty weather, and for when I want an all-in-one camera with zoom and HD video. I was in the market for the X-Pro 1 but immediately jumped for the OM-D when I experienced the features like touchscreen shooting, super fast and silent focus, and the full HD video which is miles ahead of the Fuji cams. The X cams can produce amazing images but there are times when I really want a camera I can use when weather is bad, or when I want to take decent video.
The OM-D is the camera I use in spotty weather, and for when I want an all-in-one camera with zoom and HD video. I was in the market for the X-Pro 1 but immediately jumped for the OM-D when I experienced the features like touchscreen shooting, super fast and silent focus, and the full HD video which is miles ahead of the Fuji cams. The X cams can produce amazing images but there are times when I really want a camera I can use when weather is bad, or when I want to take decent video.
Michael Markey
Veteran
I`ve been thinking of exactly the same set up.
I currently have two M bodies and a GRD but want something to take my SLR lenses to use for outdoor sport type events in the English winter.
Going to have to check out that "feel" factor though `cause I agree with JS ...it is important.
No problem. I don't have a problem using the the word for an inanimate object. However, I'd feel the same way as you if it was a person. True, hate is too strong for this camera. It's actually quite good, just not for my needs.