Comparison with Sony NEX-5 Possibly the most serious competitor to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 in mid-2010 will be the new Sony NEX-5 that is coming on the market around June 2010. What do current owners of the G2 think of the advance reviews of the Sony camera? Comparison with Sony NEX-5 Possibly the most serious competitor to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 in mid-2010 will be the new Sony NEX-5 that is coming on the market around June 2010. What do current... » Read More Comparison with Sony NEX-5 Possibly the most serious competitor to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 in mid-2010 will be the new Sony NEX-5 that is coming on the market around June 2010. What do current owners of the G2 think of the advance reviews of the Sony camera? « Show Less
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I am thinking about getting a G2 but wanted to know a something regarding the various aspect ratios that are available which are the 4:3, 3:2, 16:9, and 1:1 aspect ratios. My question is can all of these aspect ratios be shot in RAW mode?Thanks.Mark
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I just checked this out with my G2 that I've had for one week and the answer is yes. You can shoot any aspect with any form of RAW. Mark, don't even think twice about this camera, get it although its kinda expensive but its one hell of a camera and talk about features, wow!
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Just got D- Lux5 used, from Leica blog it is considered better camera. Better pic quality etc. Considered a magic camera by some. Don't upgrade firmware to version 2. Many feel the version 1 is better. Google to read threads.
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There isn't really an "old" or "new" model. There is the standard K-3, which is this one, and there is the Prestige model. There is no functional difference between them. The Prestige model has blacked-out lettering of the Pentax name on the front of the camera.
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nostalgia. just imho, of course. as soon as a camera is superseded by another, the previous model is suddenly the best camera that ever existed. in the G7/G9 case, there has been discussion regarding an increase in noise levels that accompanied the increased resolution. not having owned the G7, i must judge based on published photos. neither is noise-free, but (again, imho) i believe the G9 is a net plus...especially given the fact that you can grab raw images from the G9 and work on the noise yourself if you wish. that isn't an option with the G7.
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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 keep looking to see if there is a press release on an update to the FZ100, but so far nothing. I expected it to be updated on the 21 July, as Panasonic have released new FZ series cameras on that date each year. The FZ100 and FZ40/45 were both released on that date last year, however on the 21st they only released an updated version of the FZ40/45 namely the FZ47/48. No mention of the FZ100, or as I have seen speculated elsewhere could be called the FZ150 or FZ200. If the store you looked at showed the model as discontinued, it may indicate something is about to happen, but not just yet.
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I found this http://www.e-fotografija.si/templates/?a=1044&z;=94 today that shows pics of 2 new sony cybershot cameras. T70 and T200. If I read correctly they both will have touch screens for most adjustments. I can't wait til it comes out.
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I do not know.I know it is still current.I purchased mine about a year ago.The camera for a compact camera does a super job.I like the fast f 2. Summicron lens.I got my D Lux 5 mainly for convenience.Not as primary camera.
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For a good listing of the traits that the two cameras have, use the comparison function, see this comparison table at dpreview.com - http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras;=sony_dsch1%2Csony_dsch2%2Csony_dsch5&show;=allor add your own cameras for comparison here:www.dpreview.com/reviews/sidebyside.aspAlso - see the Sony talk forum over there for more in-depth questions. Very basically, the H2 has been found to perform very well. There appears to be less high ISO noise from the 6mp sensor on the H2. The screen is smaller, but the lens appears to have the same, or at least very similar, great qualities as the H1 lens. For a good listing of the traits that the two cameras have, use the comparison function, see this comparison table at dpreview.com - http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras;=sony_dsch1%2Csony_dsch2%2Csony_dsch5&show;=allor add your own cameras for comparison here:www.dpreview.com/reviews/sidebyside.aspAlso - see the Sony talk forum over there for more in-depth questions. Very basically, the H2 has been found to perform very well. There appears to be less high ISO noise from the 6mp sensor on the H2. The screen is... » Read More For a good listing of the traits that the two cameras have, use the comparison function, see this comparison table at dpreview.com - http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare_post.asp?method=sidebyside&cameras;=sony_dsch1%2Csony_dsch2%2Csony_dsch5&show;=allor add your own cameras for comparison here:www.dpreview.com/reviews/sidebyside.aspAlso - see the Sony talk forum over there for more in-depth questions. Very basically, the H2 has been found to perform very well. There appears to be less high ISO noise from the 6mp sensor on the H2. The screen is smaller, but the lens appears to have the same, or at least very similar, great qualities as the H1 lens. « Show Less
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I just realized there is a difference between the G2 and the DMC-GH2K. I've had the DMC-GH2 on order since November.
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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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The new G11 is an improvement over the G10. But I don't think it's on the same level as the LX3, mainly because of the lens. I think the upcoming Canon S90 is a direct competitor to the LX3. It has a small and compact form factor like the LX3. And it has a fast f/2 lens like the LX3. However, it doesn't have a hot shoe. And it doesn't shoot HD video. And no viewfinder either. I've had the LX3 since the beginning of the year. And I plan on selling it after the S90 comes out. The LX3 shoots fantastic low light pictures. But daylight pictures are average. I think Canon has the better image processor overall. Also, the auto focus on the LX3 seems slow to me. My other gripe is that menu system isn't intuitive on the LX3. Canon cameras are extremely easy to use and changing the settings is a breeze. I love the exposure and ISO dials on the G10 and G11. It's a much better/easier camera to operate. But the size is a little too big for me, as a daily carry-around camera. And it still has a somewhat slower lens. I just think it's odd that Canon gave the S90 a fast lens, but not the G11. Maybe they'll get it right on the G12?
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No review because... it's not released yet! :) Can't review what's not there.But I do agree with you, this camera does seem to have everything that a semi-professional or budget-professional could want in an SLR digital camera. It's just a shame that I have to wait until October, because I have a wedding to shot in September and my old digital SLR isn't working properly (have had it for several years).Just one negative to this sweet baby... according to the pictures, I do not see a hotshoe. :(
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Nikon's P90 also had pretty weak reviews. Best from 2009 was the Sony HX1.I am seeking to get Fuji HS10 by March 20 (in time for a vacation departure).
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I purchased LX-3 back in March 2009 and paid less than current price. I was sold on abundant glorious reviews. I take lots of macro shots with manual control. I was expecting superior performance to my old Canon G6. To my surprise, Canon G6's image was superior to LX3. I sold LX3 on eBay with BIN and my loss was minimal because I sold LX3 when all online dealers didn't have the LX3 in stock.I am eagerly waiting for G11, sure it is bigger than LX3, but G series cameras feel solid and secure. Also LX3's annoying lens cab is a shortcoming.
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Dear M Yamamoto, sorry to disturb you again, but your opinion is precious.In the above situation, please where do you locate Sony Nex 7 and where is Leica in all this and vs Panasonic?Deep thanks
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Yes, this is the successor to the NEX 6 and 7, at least for the time being. There is no A7000 or higher model currently publicly announced, and while there could be in the future, it is merely speculation at this point. If you are looking to upgrade your NEX 7 now, this is the model.