rbelyell
Well-known
what are users findings on low light/high iso rendering compared to other m4/3 and fuji x line? most cameras i use (x100, epl5 and certainly gxr m) are ok at 1600 but imo break down at 3200.
Godfrey
somewhat colored
Excellent! Good to hear the camera is doing you well. I chose the E-M1 for various reasons, but I'm still enamored of the GX7 design.
G
G
Prior to seeing the GX7 and the E-M1, I would have sworn I was a GX7 guy... but after seeing and holding both, I'm a E-M1 fan instead. Weird.
biomed
Veteran
The E-M1 is a great camera, but there are two things that kept me from buying the E-M1 -
I cannot see the entire image in the EVF with my glasses on. The GX7 EVF allows me to see the entire image. My GH3 has slightly darkened corners. The E-M5 is about the same. The E-M1 EVF has an outstanding images, but the entire image is not visible. I have to move my eye around a bit to see everything. I have adjusted the EVF on my GX7 match the LCD and am very happy with it.
The E-M1 is not a good fit for my hands. It feels a bit angular and cramped to me. I was at Glazers in Seattle for a workshop today and took another look at the E-M1 so I could do a side by side comparison with my GX7. It was just like the first time I held the E-M1. The most comfortable to hold camera I have ever used is the GH3 with the GX7 being very close.
IMHO there is very little difference in IQ of the latest generation of u4/3 cameras. So the choice comes down to the feel of the camera and ease of handling. I really enjoy the RF like feel when shooting with the GX7 especially when using my RF lenses.
I hope you get lots of enjoyment with your E-M1.
One more thing. I did not leave Glazers without parting with some of my money. I have been looking for a long lens for use with my F to u4/3 adapter. I looked at two today, a Nikkor 300/2.8 and a 300/4.5. The 300/2.8 is a fantastic lens but at almost $1K it was out of the question for my budget. I did buy a very nice AI 300/4.5 that was within my means.
Mike
gekopaca
French photographer
GX7 ergonomic mistake ?
GX7 ergonomic mistake ?
It seems I'm alone, but I think Panasonic made a big design mistake with the GX7. I recently put my hands on it in a shop (I'm waiting for a Leica-type silent M43 since years!) and was really disapointed where they put the release button - not a classic slightly cambered one in the corner, but a flat profile AFTER the speed dial !!!!
Result : impossible to shoot precisely, and, most of all, impossible to shoot with the second phalanx of the finger which is - all leicaists will confirm that - the best "oneself image stabilization" invented in the history of photography.
Japanese ingineers aren't human or what?!?! What's sure, that they aren't photographers… Too bad! IMHO without this default - unacceptable for my use - the GX7 should be the best camera of the year.
GX7 ergonomic mistake ?
It seems I'm alone, but I think Panasonic made a big design mistake with the GX7. I recently put my hands on it in a shop (I'm waiting for a Leica-type silent M43 since years!) and was really disapointed where they put the release button - not a classic slightly cambered one in the corner, but a flat profile AFTER the speed dial !!!!
Result : impossible to shoot precisely, and, most of all, impossible to shoot with the second phalanx of the finger which is - all leicaists will confirm that - the best "oneself image stabilization" invented in the history of photography.
Japanese ingineers aren't human or what?!?! What's sure, that they aren't photographers… Too bad! IMHO without this default - unacceptable for my use - the GX7 should be the best camera of the year.
Archiver
Veteran
As I own the GH3 and EM-5, I would choose the GX7 over the EM-1 as a third m43 camera for a few reasons.
The first is the video. The GX7's video is directly comparable with the GH3 and could serve as a backup/b-cam on jobs. The EM-1's video quality is okay, but not in the same league, and it only runs at 30p. This is terrible for shooting under fluorescent tubes, which produce a disturbing flickering at 30p.
The second factor is the size. If I'm in a position where I don't want to bring the GH3, I obviously want something smaller. The EM-5 without the grip is already very small, but lacks the GX7's video quality.
The third reason is the silent electronic shutter. It's a feature I find incredibly useful in the GH3, and I wish the EM-5 had this, too.
The first is the video. The GX7's video is directly comparable with the GH3 and could serve as a backup/b-cam on jobs. The EM-1's video quality is okay, but not in the same league, and it only runs at 30p. This is terrible for shooting under fluorescent tubes, which produce a disturbing flickering at 30p.
The second factor is the size. If I'm in a position where I don't want to bring the GH3, I obviously want something smaller. The EM-5 without the grip is already very small, but lacks the GX7's video quality.
The third reason is the silent electronic shutter. It's a feature I find incredibly useful in the GH3, and I wish the EM-5 had this, too.
biomed
Veteran
The latest GH3 firmware v1.2 adds the GX7's Silent Mode to the custom menu.
FA Limited
missing in action
the GX7's tilting viewfinder seemed like a gimmick, but after trying it in the store and buying the camera, i have found that it is definitely superb addition and almost mandatory for any future camera purchase. it allows me to take people pictures from a better perspective rather than a more looking down type of angle. and it also contributes to better handholding. in fact i have never been able to hold a camera so steady!
-the tilting viewfinder makes it easier to get a steady hold against the body
-the electronic shutter eliminates shutter shock issues
-the never mentioned half press shutter release which makes it super easy to feather the shutter.
i'm consistently able to get sharper shots with the GX7+12-35 combo vs the 6D+35IS
my only real complaint about the camera is that the number of options and settings is a bit overwhelming. the menus are easy to use and the touch screen definitely helps but the sheer number of choices is quite daunting at first. i would also prefer if they had more customizations as to what was shown in the LCD and VF display (similar to the X series which is very flexible).
-the tilting viewfinder makes it easier to get a steady hold against the body
-the electronic shutter eliminates shutter shock issues
-the never mentioned half press shutter release which makes it super easy to feather the shutter.
i'm consistently able to get sharper shots with the GX7+12-35 combo vs the 6D+35IS
my only real complaint about the camera is that the number of options and settings is a bit overwhelming. the menus are easy to use and the touch screen definitely helps but the sheer number of choices is quite daunting at first. i would also prefer if they had more customizations as to what was shown in the LCD and VF display (similar to the X series which is very flexible).
GaryLH
Veteran
My main use for the LCD is as the quick config option next which is the last one before u disable the LCD as u flip thru the options. Once I setup my default setup and configured my configs to the unusual stuff that I might use, I rarely go back to the main config menu.. Everything is from the quick config. Compared to the Olympus config options, I find the Panasonic fairly easy, IMHO.
I have set the wifi fn button to function as the silent vs normal function button. I change to normal for moving objects, otherwise it is the electronic by default.
My three lens kit for the gx7 is
- 12-32 zoom
- 20f1.7
- Sigma 60f2.8
The zoom is on the camera over 50% of the time.
The LCD for viewing when I need a low perspective.. The evf tilt only occasionally for me.
Gary
I have set the wifi fn button to function as the silent vs normal function button. I change to normal for moving objects, otherwise it is the electronic by default.
My three lens kit for the gx7 is
- 12-32 zoom
- 20f1.7
- Sigma 60f2.8
The zoom is on the camera over 50% of the time.
The LCD for viewing when I need a low perspective.. The evf tilt only occasionally for me.
Gary
FA Limited
missing in action
with 2+3 custom settings plus a dial position for manual video and practically all Fn buttons customizable, a touch side bar for more buttons and the quick menu, there really should not be a need to dig too far into the menus (which are easy to navigate like a phone anyways).
this by far now is my favourite camera for casual use. the sensor is pretty decent but it's not even close to FF quality in my books. but i usually like more depth of field and with the smaller sensor i can still use a larger aperture and lower iso settings so it all balances out. i can get reliably get shots at 1/10 easily with this setup.
my other unsual issue is that with the 12-35 mounted, it self-shadows when the pop-up flash is used.
this by far now is my favourite camera for casual use. the sensor is pretty decent but it's not even close to FF quality in my books. but i usually like more depth of field and with the smaller sensor i can still use a larger aperture and lower iso settings so it all balances out. i can get reliably get shots at 1/10 easily with this setup.
my other unsual issue is that with the 12-35 mounted, it self-shadows when the pop-up flash is used.
GaryLH
Veteran
Yep.. I am starting to like this better than my xe1.. My main cameras are still the Merrill's though.
In certain situations like small rooms, have u tried bounce flash. The gx7 guide number is a bit weak, but this can help out a bit. I am not a big flash user, prefer available light myself.
Gary
In certain situations like small rooms, have u tried bounce flash. The gx7 guide number is a bit weak, but this can help out a bit. I am not a big flash user, prefer available light myself.
Gary