Who is the RX1 good for? Who is this NOT good for? Honestly, what do you think is a fair price for the camera (new)? Is it really worth this much $$$?
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I don't have one. I think it has the possibilities of a big camera in a fancy carry-around point and shoot.
339554
The price is right. The price is on the high side because the camera is a high quality instrument. The camera is for those that don't like the bulk of a DSLR but want the characteristics of a full-frame camera. It is not for the enthusiast on a budget. It is worth the money because it is constructed of durable materials and the lense is extremely sharp with high contrast. It is great in low light situation. I'll never get rid of this camera.
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It's incredibly compact, incredibly sharp, great in all types of light. It's good for people who want the best quality in the smallest size. It's not for people who need a zoom lens or lightning fast autofocus. I bought it brand new years ago and it's still worth it. You have to account for how wonderful the Zeiss lens is. It would be at least $1000 on its own, and it's attached to the smallest full frame camera in the world. But certainly it isn't for everyone. If you think you'll hate it, you're probably right. But if you want a great travel camera or street camera, it's gorgeous.
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It's a great camera for those who don't want to slug around more than one lens. It shoots extremely good photos. Its compact size and superb image quality are perfect for street photographers. It's not fast enough for professional work for, say, in wedding photography. I would compare this to a poor man's Leica. I'm upset with Sony for abandoning any firmware work on the camera; that's something you'd probably not experience with Leica. Many people (including me) have complained that the camera's focusing is too slow--something that could be fixed by a firmware patch. But there's no support at all on the Sony website. I think a fair price for this is around $1800 for new. It really is a great camera. But if you can find one for barely used, I think $1500 is acceptable. It's more expensive than the Fuji XT1, but the lens on the RX1 is amazing. The sensor is fantastic. It's easy to use and handles well.
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If price is not a factor the choice is tougher. I understand the the RX 100 is a great little camera. I might have gone that way except that I was looking for value. For the money the Lumix was my first choice.
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Thanks for the info. I don't think I'm quite ready to pay that kind of money for a lens for a camera that I paid $600.00 for. May as well upgrade the camera and keep the lens. I do appreciate the reply.
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Thanks !, Old amazonian, and Nikon fan...appreciate the input. Haven't made the choice yet, and will sweat out amazon on the LX3.And then I found out that my sister is going to AC this weekend and can wrangle a "Nikon SLR" out of Tropicana- they're desperate for repeat business- so I'll play with that for a while. Must be a D40.Happy New Year!
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Did you ever get a lens? I'm making the same decision now. If so, what did you buy? Are you happy with your decision? Is there anything else you would add that would help me make a decision. Thanks!
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well ernesto, since i am not the seller, i will base my answer on the more common cases, usually, a used camera like this one, comes at least with the strap, the battery and charger, who in this case it is the only specified by the seller, and sometimes, just sometimes with a memory card. i do not think that is for this offer, but, again, it's just my opinion. otherwise, the camera is a great one, you can do almost everything with it! i recommend look for more lenses from olympus. ABOUT THE LENS APPEAR TO COME WITH A 14\42 A MID RANGE ZOOM WHO AS YOU MAY KNOW, IS A VERY WELL CONSTRUCTED LENS EQUAL IN QUALITY TO MORE EXPENSIVE (MUCH EXPENSIVE!) LENSES ON THE MARKET TODAY! GOOD LUCK, ENJOY!
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hi. it is very popular and hard to found. I have only one new camera, but price is 160usd. thanks
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It is an awesome camera. I love mine. Takes very good close ups as well. Good detail. Best digital camera I have had so far!! Good luck on Ebay.
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You have to weigh that against the Sony's excellent optics and continuous F2.8 minimum aperture. No 50x optical zoom is going to be worth much. I love the RX10.
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Yes I bought mine brand new years ago. I did not expect it to be a very good camera as I paid a heck of a lot for it. But I did get to lens with it one close the other far. It is totally computerized but you can do your own shooting if you wish. Here is what I can say about the camera. You would think only 14.2 mp wouldn't give you a perfect picture? Well let me tell you the pictures it gives are way to perfect and I will say I'd like to see you shoot a bad picture! As you won't. I'd buy it and have the best fun you ever have experienced!
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Thanks Technology Guy...I have one more question since you guys know what you are talking about. I was just reading a lot of great reviews about the Canon PowerShot S90, it sells for the same price of the new Sony so price wouldn't be an issue. I'm just wondering from the Sony HX5V or the Canon PowerShot which one will be a better buy.
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OK, great, thank you! I just got the camera in the mail from RitzCamera.com, WOW what a awesome camera, and I got an excellent deal on it through Ritz! :)I am still "playing" with it but figured out most everything in one hour! I LOVE this camera!!!! :)
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Thank you! I haven't heard of the sx40 i'll check it out. I really like the specs. On the sx230. The images looked better than the Sony hx9 I was gonna get. But the canon seem to beat it with quality of picture. Thanks again
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If you check ResellerRatings.com, quite a few people have accused this vendor of scamming them. The reviews seem to fall into two groups: "they're scammers" and "they're perfect". The simple fact is that you're never going to find a legitimate dealer selling these popular cameras for substantially less than everyone else. But you WILL find plenty of scam shops offering low prices to suck you into a bait-and-switch scheme. Stick to spending your hard earned money at honest sellers like Amazon, B&H; Photo and Adorama.
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A scam. The camera is out of stock at the regular price of $2700 for the body only. Why would any real dealer sell it for less? I once got tricked when I was starting out by one of these scam shops. These guys should all be in prison. Check reseller ratings online. They'll probably be listed with many acts of fraud.
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How do you do, Mr. Ryan. I call it Suzuki, the staff of a bell. Thank you for your consideration. Since this mail is using the translator, it has made a mistake in it, and although it may be an acatalepsy, please allow it. Although I am carrying out simultaneous sale of this camera also in the store in Tokyo, it is still in stock. It is a late model of XP series of FUJIFILM. In order of XP60 -&gt;XP150 -&gt;XP200, it is the most expensive and performance is also the most wonderful. Is it an answer of the question? Moreover, please do not hesitate to ask a question.
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Well, it's just the size of the sensor troubles me. What kind of picture is this going to take at even a 400 ISO? Nevermind 800 or higher.I just wonder if it's worth getting a camera this big when the sx200IS can be had for almost half the price, it's way easier to carry, and when you add the chdk firmware, will be almost as functional.I suppose if this were to be your only camera, but personally, I'd like to see what they do with the Rebel, either later this year or next. Or if I have a "rich uncle die", buy the 5D Mark II ;-)