X70 with pics

[taemo]

so TCS left me a message saying that my X70 is ready for pick-up.
unfortunately I've decided to cancel it as I'm happier with the XE2 + 18mm

 

[zwarte_kat]

This could finally be the camera for me that replaces my original X100. Smaller yet not too small to hold, solid autofocus, wider lens which I prefer for travel and everyday stuff. Better low light (though one stop slower...), Classic Chrome and 16MP might let me shoot JPEG only and WIFI transfer stuff to my smartphone for instant sharing. Finally, one of the most important features for me, USB charging (I assume, though I don't see it specified), because I hate the battery and charger of the X100. Would be so nice if during travel or everyday life if I could simply charge through USB without bulky charger.

One thing is standing in the way of my purchase, and it's my old scratched X100 still being awesome and probably making more pleasing images with the 35mm 2.0 lens.
As long as that thing doesn't break, any new version just seems like an incremental upgrade not worth 100s of dollars.

 

[mingkookoo]

If anyone here bought one, pls post user experience 😉

I think it will be quite a fun camera to use. Olympus just registered a new camera, could it be a fixed lens camera ?

http://www.43rumors.com/olympus-registered-a-strange-new-im001-camera-model/

 

[jsrockit]

I have one on order and the shop has it... but they are saying Fuji won;t let them ship until 2/15 because of an embargo. Yet, B&H and Adorama have shipped. BS.

 

[fireblade]

It has an OVF though...that is the difference. The X70 is an LCD camera, so they most likely thought turning the LCD off wouldn't be a great idea. However, Fuji has made an external OVF for the camera, so I would imagine they will implement this in a firmware update once the OVF is available.

Looks like Ricoh could be making it for them.
image C/O Ned Bunnell.

 

[taemo]

^only issue is the mount on the GV-1 is off-centered, not a big deal to me but just in case for others
http://www.monk3y.com/img/s5/v129/p663647458-5.jpg

still tempted to go pick-up the X70 but i know the LCD screen always on will piss me off.

 

[nightfly]

Anyone played with or bought one of these?

Comparisons with the GRD?

 

[jsrockit]

Anyone played with or bought one of these?

Comparisons with the GRD?

I have both. I haven't had a chance to use the X70 for a day yet. It's nicely built and feels good in the hand (the X70)... but I need a day on the street with it to really know how I feel compared to the GR.

 

[nightfly]

Only way I think it could really better the GR is if you could use it M9 style with screen entirely off in manual mode where you could actually see the shutter speed, aperture and focus but seems like it's a no go for focus unless maybe you could set the option for hyperfocus distance and then turn off the screen and shoot.

Only thing I don't like about the Ricoh is that you have to refer to the screen to see how it's set up.

 

[jsrockit]

Only way I think it could really better the GR is ..

Well, I know many are against it, but using the touch screen to focus / trip the shutter instantly on the X70 is a very cool feature that'll come in handy at times. The GR doesn't do this.

 

[mingkookoo]

How are you liking it so far?

 

[jsrockit]

Like a said a few posts ago... I haven't been able to get out and use it for a day yet (work, etc.).

 

[mingkookoo]

Hopefully you will be able to test it out this weekend.

Cheers 🙂

 

[jsrockit]

For sure this weekend I will.

 

[Ken Ford]

I want to like the X70, but the lack of an integrated VF is holding me back. You'd think the success of the Leica Q would have inspired them to include an internal EVF. I really like the specs otherwise.

That said, if I could find an economical *locking* OVF to use with it I'd probably jump on one of these. I've come close to losing shoe mounted OVFs too many times...

 

[MiniMoke]

Checked the Manual -seems like the display can NOT be turned off like the X10/20/30 - lack of alternative viewfinder....

Perhaps when the hotshoe finder comes out...

 

[jsrockit]

I've used mine and am very happy with it. I like it better than the GR. I don't care about a VF with a 28mm lens. If you guys are NEED a VF, look elsewhere. The LCD can't be turned off.

 

[awbphotog]

I've used mine and am very happy with it. I like it better than the GR. I don't care about a VF with a 28mm lens. If you guys are NEED a VF, look elsewhere. The LCD can't be turned off.

I imagine you bought the black version? A photographer I work for shoots Nikon and alongside his D4s is a couple of DFs...which I'm sure the X70 looks right at home next to.

 

[chrishayton]

Looks like Ricoh could be making it for them.
image C/O Ned Bunnell.

The viewfinders are made by Cosina. (they are same as the Voigtlanders. The finish and show placement differ though)

 

[jsrockit]

I imagine you bought the black version? A photographer I work for shoots Nikon and alongside his D4s is a couple of DFs...which I'm sure the X70 looks right at home next to.

Yeah, I bought the black one. Yes, looks great next to the Df and will look right next to the X-Pro2 that should be delivered soon. 🙂