Black vs. Silver Model? Hi, I wanted to know if any camera people can think of an advantage that the black has over the silver. I thought that maybe the black would be better because it would absorb light around the lens and not reflect it, leading to better pictures. But I'm not sure how valid that idea is. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks! Black vs. Silver Model? Hi, I wanted to know if any camera people can think of an advantage that the black has over the silver. I thought that maybe the black would be better because it would... » Read More Black vs. Silver Model? Hi, I wanted to know if any camera people can think of an advantage that the black has over the silver. I thought that maybe the black would be better because it would absorb light around the lens and not reflect it, leading to better pictures. But I'm not sure how valid that idea is. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks! « Show Less
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I have the black model. A close friend and a daughter-in-law have the silver. The three of us each use a SanDisk, Ultra II, 1GB card. I do all the printing on the same printer, so all comparisons are identical. That said, I see no difference in the prints from black or silver. I just think the black looks better beacause it breaks up all that silver. Interesting comment from Pger. I also agree with Fred Miller. I think it's just a matter of your color preference as the specs for both are the same.
142020
I don't think that there are any technical advantages but it looks better and scratches less as the black is a matt plastic type material. I have the black model.
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I don't think the black model will get you better pictures but I guess the silver model might take longer to get hot inside?
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The X20 has a slightly different sensor that is suppose to be slightly sharper but the differences are very small, as to be virtually undetectable. Some people like the X10 better then the 20 because it has a more sophisticated and feature rich Contrast Control setting. The lens is exactly the same. I was dissapointed that there wasn't more of a difference. Oh ... the X20 displays some of your exposure settings in the optical view finder. But a lot of folks don't even use the optical view finder and instead just use the excellent monitor. It was pretty much of a waste for me to "upgrade" from the 10 to the 20 ... but my son enjoys inheriting the 10. :-) The X20 has a slightly different sensor that is suppose to be slightly sharper but the differences are very small, as to be virtually undetectable. Some people like the X10 better then the 20 because it has a more sophisticated and feature rich Contrast Control setting. The lens is exactly the same. I was dissapointed that there wasn't more of a difference. Oh ... the X20 displays some of your exposure settings in the optical view finder. But a lot of folks don't even use the optical view finder and instead just use the excellent monitor. It was pretty much of a waste for me to... » Read More The X20 has a slightly different sensor that is suppose to be slightly sharper but the differences are very small, as to be virtually undetectable. Some people like the X10 better then the 20 because it has a more sophisticated and feature rich Contrast Control setting. The lens is exactly the same. I was dissapointed that there wasn't more of a difference. Oh ... the X20 displays some of your exposure settings in the optical view finder. But a lot of folks don't even use the optical view finder and instead just use the excellent monitor. It was pretty much of a waste for me to "upgrade" from the 10 to the 20 ... but my son enjoys inheriting the 10. :-) « Show Less
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We got the black, and it matches just fine. However, it is tricky, because it does not disappear; you can see it, but it's better than having a hole in the screen. If your screen is grey, the silver would probably be better.
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They are essentially priced the same and practically do not differ that much. I had both, newer one works better for me in general (and finish-wise, black one goes better with my camera).I guess the old one becomes a collectible now :-)
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I was not sure when I first looked, then I realized the different models had different temperature capabilities, and if I recall some of them had different focus ratio as well.Keeping this in mind, Read descriptions carefully, the differences will be more apparent!
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I've never tried black one. The reason I bought the purple one, because the rating was better and I bought it for my wife. But in my point of view they should be the same.
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Hey, I don't know where you live, but I just bought mine in black on 9/10 here in NYC. By the way, I've been waiting for Amazon to have this camera too. I pre-ordered both of them (black and silver), and never received an email saying that they were finally available to purchase. So, I took things into my own hands and found it myself. The camera is the BEST camera I've ever tried! I recently bought the fx500 from panasonic and the fujifilm f100. And before those two, I was a canon powershot sd500 owner. I can go into more detail, but I thought you would like to know of something I wrote on the forum page for the LX3 on photographyblog.com: Hey y'all, Sorry it has taken me a long while to respond to this little discussion, but just yesterday 9/10/08, I FINALLY bought the LX3 in black here in NYC at a family run Jewish store called 17thstreetphoto in the Photography district in NYC. I spoke with a super friendly man named Doug who told me that they got the silver and black ones 2 days ago from yesterday. they have 50 each. So, I went down there and immediately bought one. They have a 7 days no questions asked return policy so I'm trying it out like a crazy man. I attached the website. Keep in mind that if you mention the fact that on EBAY they have the price listed at $475, they will honor it in the store even though they have it priced at $499. Any questions ask me. But the purchasing experience with them was excellent. Mark Millan at 02:04pm on Thursday, September 11, 2008 # Ooops, below is the website: http://www.17photo.com/product.asp?id=DMCLX3K and below is the ebay auction: http://cgi.ebay.com/Panasonic-LUMIX-DMC-LX3-10-1mp-24mm-Wide-Angle-BLACK_W0QQitemZ200253418668QQihZ010QQcategoryZ31388QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1713.m153.l1262 Mark Millan at 02:06pm on Thursday, September 11, 2008 HOPE THIS HELPS!!! Let me know.
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I was just debating the SX20 vs SX30, so I was really glad to find this discussion. I assumed the 30 would be an improvement, but it sounds from this discussion and many customer reviews that 20 is a better choice for image quality.
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Some have different colors like azure(blue) on the inside frame and black outside so it has to do with the color and also GR004 gives you the option to include magnification on the lenses if you want or need that. You can look at the description of each to see if its the one you want. You can choose no magnification on the ones that offer it and the only difference would be the color.
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All Pentax lenses seem to be black, no matter what color the body is. The standard kit lens is not weather sealed. Look for a WR in the lens description: 18-55WR. I see that Amazon does have the black body with 18-55WR lens for about the same price. Great camera,BTW.
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I can't possibly answer such a question, however, the silver camera is beautiful ... black is so ordinary!
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The Sony is a LITTLE better lens, but a lot more expensive. Neither is crazy sharp. Both are sharp enough for most people in most circumstances.
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The "B" refers to the body color. B=black. At least that's what I have been told. I used the camera about a month and returned it. Great video, but was unimpressed with picture quality. We've had the 100 and 200 model versions and we're disappointed with this model.
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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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http://www.flickr.com/groups/d40slr/discuss/72157602509321717/?search=sigma+vs.+nikon i know it's been a while but that may give some insight. i have the sigma version and it's great value for the price paid.
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As far as I know, it's only a cosmetic difference. I have the silver version, and have no personal experience with the black "special edition," so take my comments with a grain of salt. You may want to do some more online research just to be sure.
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I have the silver body with the black lens. This is how my kit came. However, the 12-50 kit lens is available in both black and silver so read the description of the item carefully.