gilpen123
Gil
Matus
Well-known
The Review is nice, but the X200 is just a Photoshopped X100. Not even a rumor yet.
hudsong
Member
That steve is a pretty gung-ho guy. I like his style, he seems pretty excited about life 
Thanks for the link!
Thanks for the link!
rdeleskie
Well-known
People waiting for the X100 should be encouraged by the initial positive word. I'm not in the market so I can sit on the sidelines and watch
Does this camera strike anyone else as the digital Hexar AF?
Does this camera strike anyone else as the digital Hexar AF?
Matus
Well-known
Yes, this is as close to digital Hexar AF as one could ever hope. Safe for the AF speed
kshapero
South Florida Man
I enjoy Steve, and Ken for that matter. I take them as they are.
kzphoto
Well-known
rdeleskie;1613644Does this camera strike anyone else as the digital Hexar AF?[/quote said:
Paddy C
Unused film collector
Good write-up. Typical Steve Huff style. I think he does reviews right. We're at a point where pixel peeping studio scenes is of little use in separating cameras. So it's nice to have someone giving a more subjective, in-use appraisal of a camera even if he could work on his writing skills.
This camera keeps popping up in front of me and I'm having a hard time finding fault with it beyond the fixed lens (which is a personal matter) and the list of cameras in this class that are rumoured to be around the corner.
I will continue fence sitting. But I'm impressed.
This camera keeps popping up in front of me and I'm having a hard time finding fault with it beyond the fixed lens (which is a personal matter) and the list of cameras in this class that are rumoured to be around the corner.
I will continue fence sitting. But I'm impressed.
gavinlg
Veteran
Great review - steve does a good job with reviews for sure.
GSNfan
Well-known
You sum up a very important point concerning X100, do we really need to read/see/listen/watch anymore info about this camera?
Most of us were convinced of buying it the first day it was announced, most serious buyers have preordered the camera already. So, all this constant posting of x100 reviews and image 'test results' are becoming really boring.
How about for a change people post what they have been able to accomplish with this camera 'photographically' and how this camera have improved their photography... enough of test shots and samples and reviews, let us see how X100 has been useful and if the hype was worth it.
Not dissing the 'bloggers' such as Huff and their service to humanity by helping people buy things, and then convince them to upgrade it three months later, only to make them buy something else six down the line that makes the past two purchases 'obsolete'...
Feels very close to the Contax G1 I used 13 years ago. I'm loving it.
Relax, it is just getting into people's hands (over the last month or so) and isn't even that prevelant yet. Photos will come... it takes time to learn your tool and all. Plus, why does it need to improve your photography... can't it just improve your working methods?
GSNfan
Well-known
I don't know whats there to learn. This camera functions just like any other camera since 1945.
But anyway, looking forward to your work with X100 because no one in this forum was a bigger and constant fan (hopeful) of X100 than you, so don't lets us down.
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Man, I didn't realize cameras in 1945 had so many menus and options to choose from. I guess every camera feels perfect in your hands on day 1? I'm a bit slower than you, so it takes time for me to be able to use a camera without thinking of where things are.
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GSNfan
Well-known
Man, I didn't realize cameras in 1945 had so many menus and options to choose from. I'm a bit slower, so it takes time for me to be able to use a camera without thinking of where things are.
Anyway, I hope to see some shots by you that are not just tests shots and more like real shots.
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Rogier
Rogier Willems
To me it looks and handles like any other advanced digital P&S. Not worth the extra $$$
Pickett Wilson
Veteran
The images look like the images from most current APS-C cameras. The standout factor will be the form factor and handling, and folks are going to actually have to use the camera to determine whether it fits their style. So, I agree that continued "tests" are pretty meaningless. It seems to come down to "I like it."
2WK
Rangefinder User
That x200 pshop looks niiiice!
Kent
Finally at home...
jpmac55
Established
Steve Huff is probably a nice enough guy but I found it ho hum. Not sure I'd rank it a great review. Not much written about how cumbersome the camera interface is and it is. RAW processing not supported by Apple Aperture. Not show stoppers but certainly problematic.
Also tired of reviewers declaring a 'winner' when compared to other camera's. When did it become a contest? Not everyone appreciates reading the camera they bought a few months ago is hands down, inferior to the X100 or whatever camera being reviewed. I think comparisons are helpful for reference only.
I just received my X100. I think the electronic viewfinder is the best feature. That was the main reason I bought one. It's the closest thing to a range finder but alas, it isn't a range finder. If you own a Leica X1 and can live without the viewfinder, keep what you have, it's a great camera.
Also tired of reviewers declaring a 'winner' when compared to other camera's. When did it become a contest? Not everyone appreciates reading the camera they bought a few months ago is hands down, inferior to the X100 or whatever camera being reviewed. I think comparisons are helpful for reference only.
I just received my X100. I think the electronic viewfinder is the best feature. That was the main reason I bought one. It's the closest thing to a range finder but alas, it isn't a range finder. If you own a Leica X1 and can live without the viewfinder, keep what you have, it's a great camera.