leica x1 vs sony nex-7: Anybody else debating between these two?
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First, I'd discount the Nikon not because of it's limited lens selection, but because of its small sensor, which increases noise and limits dynamic range. After all, you're considering the Leica X1, which sports a fixed prime lens. As for affordability, the NEX-7 costs $1200 for the body alone (or $1350 with the kit lens), and the Zeiss f/1.8 24mm costs $1000, so the NEX-7/Zeiss combination will set you back at least $2200, which is $200 more than the Leica. If all you want is a compact camera with a 35mm-ish lens, then the Leica begins to look more reasonable than when it was first introduced. That said, the Leica has several disadvantages: it focuses more slowly than the NEX-7, it has no built-in viewfinder and a lesser LCD screen, its lens is slower than the Zeiss and not interchangeable, and the X1 is not built to the standard of Leica's rangefinders. Even so, the X1 is a great camera. Which camera you buy will depend on your taste and needs; both the Sony and the Leica are excellent cameras.
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I recommend the Canon A720IS !!!!! My pet pictures are breathtaking (IMO) and I'll put a couple up to prove it! (If I can figure out how)
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I have been doing tons of research online regarding both. The SX20 has excellent reviews about its photo quality compared to the Sony HX1. The benefit to the Sony is that it has 1080p compared to 720p on the Canon. If you want 1080p on a Canon, it will cost an extra $200 for the Canon SX1 is. I personally prefer the Lumix (Panasonic) cameras over both. They use Leica lens which is considered the Rolls Royce of camera lenses. I have used Lumix cameras over the years. I suggest you check out the DMC-FZ35. This camera is highly rated by experts and owners. Each of these cameras has pros and cons against each other however it will all depend on what features you are looking for. If you are looking for camera with loads of manual features, great photo quality and good build, go Canon. If you want easier to use with excellent photo quality, go with the Lumix. The one thing that Canon could improve on is their menu. Many owners had made comments that the menu interface on Canon's is not user friendly. Lumix and Sony have easier to navigate menu's.
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I own them both, and have been using them in my portriat studio for a while now. i'll say this, theres really not much difference in the two cameras, a few minor upgrades in the xti, what it boils down to is image quality, and from what i've seen they are equal. Just as fyi, I have been able to get prints as large as 20x30 from both cameras with excellent results.
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I replaced my Canon 60d and smaller Sony A55 with an Olympus E-P3. I've owned several intro/mid-level dSLRs, and I would say the E-P3 was my favorite camera of all time. My pictures were amazing, it was fast, and best of all was that it was truly portable - perfect for my hiking trips. Were you mainly using the camera in auto mode? I always used it in manual, so can't really tell you how good or bad the camera did in 'A' mode - but in manual mode it was nearly perfect. The lenses you use may also play a role. My favorite lens of all time had been (maybe still is) the Canon 24-70mm lens, and I thought I would never find something that worked just as well, but I came across the Panasonic 14-140mm lens, which is super amazing, and became my favorite and main lens for the E-P3. The lack of viewfinder was never an issue for me, since I used the VF-2 view finder by Olympus. Sure, I was never happy using the E-P3 without the viewfinder, so I kept it on most of the time. I did sell the E-P3 on Ebay soon after the OM-D was announced. I figured that if the E-P3 had become my favorite camera of all time, getting the OM-D would be a no brainer since the specs are better than the E-P3 and it included a built in viewfinder. I have used an NEX-5 (first gen) in the past, and I must say I hated that camera due to how hard it made to shoot in 'M' mode; however, Sony released the NEX-7, a nearly perfect camera targeted towards potential dSLR owners. Deciding between the NEX-7 and the OM-D is a challenge, and they each have their pluses and negatives; however, those looking to replace a dSLR for some trips, shouldn't consider anything other than the OM-D(m4/3) or NEX-7(e-mount) for the time being; although, I bet Panasonic has something in the works to compete with Sony and Olympus.
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I would go for the middle (B) range and not even interchangeable lens if not worthed. So: apart from price, loving fidelity in colours and proportions (I hate "postcard" photos), and speed, what between:Sony Nex 5NsOlympus E-PM1Panasonic GF3 (if better than G3, otherwise please tell me)?Any non interchangeble lens as worthed as those? (Olympus XZ-1?)Eventually, thanks a loT
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Wow, thanks David!That was an incredibly informative post, and I'm sure others will benefit from it as well. Based on what you said, and pending reviews of course, I'm going for the M300. Low light performance is important, but the sony would have to take extremely better video in low light to be $120 better. The other sony features aren't all that important to me, though I am glad to see them finally move to sdhc. I have several of those on hand already.So it looks like the M300 for me unless it tanks in reviews, which I don't see happening.Thanks again David!
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I bought the Xsi and then took it back and got the D90. All I can say is that, although I liked the Xsi, i am super happy with my decision to get the D90. I can't think of a better balance of quality and price. I shot my first wedding this weekend and the pictures were phenomenal. Good luck.
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I have an a6000 and now I just bought the RX10, used from Amazon Warehouse deals for under $800 and it's so much better image quality wise then say, an a6000 with kit lens or 16mm F2.8 pancake lens. I have both cameras now and love them both but if you needed to pick just one, here is my recommendations... If you are a VIDEO person, get the RX10. If still image quality with fast accurate AF is your deal breaker, an a6000 with the 18-105 F4 G lens is a killer combo. NEX-7 vs a6000??? I sold my a77 and didn't like the NEX-7 or a65 becuase of horrible low light, high ISO image results. The a6000 with same 24megapixels + new bionz-x processor = excellent low light camera, close to a99's low light performance in stills. No mic input (stay with NEX-7) if that's a deal breaker but overall the a6000 is better than the NEX-7 in almost every way, including the new alpha style menu structure.
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I agree completely. We have a G-9 and LX-2. I love the interface of the Canon but the images of the Leicasonic are often a little cleaner. The G-10 is not as good as the G-9 IMHO and the LX-3 is a smarter upgrade (they tried for improved images, not pixel count). The paid reviewers generally agree that the LX-3 is better, but things could change in the next iteration. Someone (Steve's?) said that they'd wished Canon had used a sensor like Panasonic did. That would be close to an ideal pocket camera for me.
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D-LUX 5 is still listed on the Leica website as a current model. I suggest that unless it is offered to you much cheaper than D-LUX 6, the later model offers useful improvements (faster lens for example) for very little additional cost.
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This is just my thoughts. If you have to buy Nikon, then get J1.If you want to get the best among all compact system cameras, then I would go with Sony Nex 5N or Pana G3 for the price range.If you can spend more than $1000, Sony Nex 7 or Fuji X100 is nice.If you want to save money but get better Image Quality than J1, I recommend Olympus E-PM1.I prefer Canon S100 over Nikon P7100
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Hello Mario,In my opinion the Leica would have better image quality but the X20 is a slightly faster in focusing. The Leica has a 1.4 at 24mm, which is quite nice for shooting in museums and such. I use a D-Lux 6 and am quite happy with it, as a pocket camera. After all people really like a Leica. Regards,RoozbehOC camera
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I use an NEX 7 and it works fine. Ask your question on the dpreview forums where there is a lot of A7 talk.
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I have already a Lumix ( not this one ) and I found it to be an excellent camera. I use it for food photography and have owned it for quite a few years. Being a Leica fan I bought the D-Lux 6 and I am very happy with it. I believe the quality is similar but I find the Leica a little more versatile with both manual and automatic capabilities. For the serious photographer it is the right choice. I say that without knowledge to LX100 but with the experience of my own Lumix.
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I don't know the newer model, but the current one is good enough. However, I've sold all my Canon cameras and most of the lens, and switch to Sony Nex system. Just bought the Sony a6000. Its very good. Focus super fast, nothing less than 7D. Just my thought. Good luck with your choice.
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They're both great little cameras, and each has its strengths. I'd have a hard time choosing between them. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/Q408enthusiastgroup/page11.asp