Ricohs...

so just to clarify...

so just to clarify...

as I plan on buying one this afternoon :D

the only real difference between the gx100 and the gx200 is the speed of writing raw files?

I don't generally work in raw because my computer simply cannot cope with it....am I therefore better off with the gx100?
 
aliceelizabeth said:
the only real difference between the gx100 and the gx200 is the speed of writing raw files?
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Speed of writing RAW files is one of the main differences but you can also customize the JPG settings more (b&w and color filters, WB fine tuning) so this could make the difference. The electronic leveler and auto rotate options are also good to have and the extra FN button comes in handy. The flash is also improved and the JPGs look beter on the GX200 then the GX100 and seem to have a higher dynamic range. The LCD is also greatly improved on the GX200.

Overall you can't go wrong with either so make the decision if the extra features are worth the extra money. For me they would be but for you it could be different. But whatever you buy, get the LC-1 lenscap with it since it will make your life a lot easier.

EDIT: I don't think the electronic finder is really necessary and you can use the GRD I just fine but it won't zoom or show you the information like the electronic one. I don't have it and don't miss it but then I don't like shooting through viewfinders anyway ;).
 
decisions decisions!

I almost feel disloyal to the gr...is that silly? as though it's there saying 'oi, you, but we've been through so much together! how can you leave me now?'...that sort of thing.
 
Think of it as buying the GR-D a new friend: I keep considering a GX200 as a companion to mine, then look around at the stack of cameras and decide I don't need another one.
 
aliceelizabeth said:
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one more question, can I use the electronic viewfinder the gx200 uses on my grd?
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Thank God NO!!

Get a Black Metal CV 28mm Bright Line, one of the best viewfinders ever made! I have one on mine and it works great!

http://www.cameraquest.com/voigtacc.htm

Another option is the CV 28/35 minifinder found on the same page. I just like big images in my finders so I opted for the slightly larger dedicated 28mm. Which BTW, brasses beautifully!!

B2 (;->
 
Colman said:
Think of it as buying the GR-D a new friend: I keep considering a GX200 as a companion to mine, then look around at the stack of cameras and decide I don't need another one.
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yes that fits with my funny little head. I shall have to sit them facing each other on the shelf on their little bendy tripods.
 
Some recent comments on Ricoh GX200 from other forums:
"When I first got my Gx200 about a week ago I was a little depressed about the performance at higher ISO ranges. There seemed to be too much noise at 200 or above so shooting at low light appeared to be a problem. NOT.
I found out that shooting at ISO 100 with f stops so low that I would never attempt to shoot with my dslr's works just fine. It must be that the anti-shake works very well because even at 1/10 of a second handheld gets me tack sharp photos. The low f stops also give very adequate DOF.
Unless you are looking for that bokeh in the background with a shallow DOF this camera rocks!
The other amazing thing about this camera is that the white balance and metering is about the best I have ever found. Automatic is the only mode I have ever needed.
The only problem I have is how bad I feel about wasting so much on dslr's."

"Dude, i'm glad that you like and appreciate this camera, I like it so much, too. The image stabilisation on this camera seems to be excellent as you say. With the viewfinder and the HA-2 adapter fitted, and the camera held in the conventional sense along with the image stabilisation workin' of course, will always enable a sharp shot at such low shutter speeds.

Also, it has some wicked accessories that perform beautifully too. Have you bought any of 'em yet?"

"I use the HA-2 adapter and a 43mm filter. Who needs a step up ring. Makes the GX200 very stable for low light. GX200 rocks."

"The Ricoh GX200 with external ERF ( works exceptionally well) and the HA-2 adapter and 43 mm filter looks like a mini micro DSLR. Setting the ISO at auto ( 64-154 ISO only) and Image stabilization allows low light photography without using high ISO's (the GX200's weakness). With step zoom I essentially have a five lenses 24-28-35-50-72 setup. This rig is really light to the point where it is around my neck (with a neck strap, of course), pretty much all the time.
Photo examples coming soon. Oh did I mention a a real RAW buffer and 1:1 square format like medium format."
 
kshapero said:
Some recent comments on Ricoh GX200 from other forums:
"When I first got my Gx200 about a week ago I was a little depressed about the performance at higher ISO ranges. There seemed to be too much noise at 200 or above so shooting at low light appeared to be a problem. NOT.
I found out that shooting at ISO 100 with f stops so low that I would never attempt to shoot with my dslr's works just fine. It must be that the anti-shake works very well because even at 1/10 of a second handheld gets me tack sharp photos. The low f stops also give very adequate DOF.
Unless you are looking for that bokeh in the background with a shallow DOF this camera rocks!
The other amazing thing about this camera is that the white balance and metering is about the best I have ever found. Automatic is the only mode I have ever needed.
The only problem I have is how bad I feel about wasting so much on dslr's."

"Dude, i'm glad that you like and appreciate this camera, I like it so much, too. The image stabilisation on this camera seems to be excellent as you say. With the viewfinder and the HA-2 adapter fitted, and the camera held in the conventional sense along with the image stabilisation workin' of course, will always enable a sharp shot at such low shutter speeds.

Also, it has some wicked accessories that perform beautifully too. Have you bought any of 'em yet?"

"I use the HA-2 adapter and a 43mm filter. Who needs a step up ring. Makes the GX200 very stable for low light. GX200 rocks."

"The Ricoh GX200 with external ERF ( works exceptionally well) and the HA-2 adapter and 43 mm filter looks like a mini micro DSLR. Setting the ISO at auto ( 64-154 ISO only) and Image stabilization allows low light photography without using high ISO's (the GX200's weakness). With step zoom I essentially have a five lenses 24-28-35-50-72 setup. This rig is really light to the point where it is around my neck (with a neck strap, of course), pretty much all the time.
Photo examples coming soon. Oh did I mention a a real RAW buffer and 1:1 square format like medium format."
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I'm sold I'm sold! The only thing stopping me clicking that button is the lens cap issue, does it not have one? or is it a screw off dangle on a string job? hence the need to buy the three flappy thing.......
 
aliceelizabeth said:
I'm sold I'm sold! The only thing stopping me clicking that button is the lens cap issue, does it not have one? or is it a screw off dangle on a string job? hence the need to buy the three flappy thing.......
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it comes with a lens cap, or you could do what i did and get the HA-2 adaptor and slap a 43mm UV filter on it and you don't need to worry about a lens cap because you are good to go.

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