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Fuji The great X100V discussion thread (formerly "specs leaked")
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dermaus
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Very cool. I much prefer a matte finish to glossy when it comes to camera bodies. Thanks!
redsim74
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As a footnote to my previous post, I received not one but two Expert Shield protector packs today, in separate packaging.
A note in the second package explained there was a potential manufacturing defect in their first batch, which may cause the edges not to adhere properly. So they were sending me a replacement pack just in case.
Great, and proactive customer service.
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This new comparison between the lenses of V and F was welcome.
www.dpreview.com
To my surprise, this just makes me consider the X100F, going to be a nice deal on the used markets within a couple of years. Something in the X100V body design rubs me in a funny way.
Fujifilm X100V vs. X100F lens shootout: A worthy update to a modern classic
Our testing shows that overall, the new lens in the X100V is much improved over the previous version found in the X100F and previous generations. Read on for our full analysis.
www.dpreview.com
To my surprise, this just makes me consider the X100F, going to be a nice deal on the used markets within a couple of years. Something in the X100V body design rubs me in a funny way.
gryphon1911
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Expert shield sent me a second set as well. I have the exact same issues as with the first batch. But it wasn’t as bad as the first but I only got one or two small specs of dust under the plastic. I’m still not very happy with the way that they work or the whole installation process that they want you to do. After I told them the issues that I had with the second batch, they offered free shipping on the glass one if I wanted it. Honestly they did as much as I could have hoped for, but I don’t think that their product is as good as it should be, at least not from my perspective. If other people like them that’s fine I’m not going to get down on them. All I know is that in the future I’m going to get a glass screen protector from the other sources that I normally get them from on Amazon. They are half the price and twice is good in my opinion.
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It's an interesting article, and bluntly makes me feel more comfortable that I re-invested in the X100F (and made a small profit in doing so, which was nice). The tests are a little odd, however. The "issue" they are highlighting is the near focus, and yet the test compares the two wide open, at F2 and again at f5.6 - f8. At F2 there is a clear difference, but at the smaller apertures honours are even - and that is my point. Even when using a dedicated macro lens, I never use it wide open for close up work...This new comparison between the lenses of V and F was welcome.
Fujifilm X100V vs. X100F lens shootout: A worthy update to a modern classic
Our testing shows that overall, the new lens in the X100V is much improved over the previous version found in the X100F and previous generations. Read on for our full analysis.
To my surprise, this just makes me consider the X100F, going to be a nice deal on the used markets within a couple of years. Something in the X100V body design rubs me in a funny way.
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After reviewing the test images on Imaging Resource, I am happy to keep my X100F. When I look at the RAW file images, the X100F seems to best the X100V in sharpness and in white balance when comparing those at F8, ISO 200, NR1. Looking at the RAW test images is the key. As Bill Palmer points out, other reviewers want to emphasize differences close up at F2 while ignoring other parameters.
Fujifilm X100F Review - Samples
Fujifilm X100V Review - Samples
Fujifilm X100F Review - Samples
Fujifilm X100V Review - Samples
redsim74
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Sorry to hear it didn’t work out for you. I’m glad now that I ordered another product while I was waiting for the ES protectors. I’ll keep hold of them as backups.
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I read that. I’m not sure about ever, but it has proved very capable. I’m not a fan of too many controls, so I like the joystick and the empty space. I also use the tilt screen for low and high shots. I’ll accept the lens analysis having no real point of comparison. I have found it to be pleasingly sharp with fairly smooth out of focus areas. It’s a fine camera. Of course, I’m still glad I have that XH1.
redsim74
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Six weeks of waiting, but my TP leather half-case finally arrived, curiously via German post. Nice matching hand strap provided as a free gift.
This will be my fourth TP case (having put one on each of my X-E 1, 2, & 3 cameras), nicely made without the price tag of other brands.
This will be my fourth TP case (having put one on each of my X-E 1, 2, & 3 cameras), nicely made without the price tag of other brands.
redsim74
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Thanks Gordon, I love the camera and the case was a nice finishing touch.
That x100V looks superb, @redsim74 !
I'm still using the original x100 (which is still just wonderful, IMO), and have never yet felt inclined to upgrade, upon the release of a later version. However, I have to say that the x100V is the first of the subsequent releases to send a faint 'siren call' to my ears!
I'm still using the original x100 (which is still just wonderful, IMO), and have never yet felt inclined to upgrade, upon the release of a later version. However, I have to say that the x100V is the first of the subsequent releases to send a faint 'siren call' to my ears!
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Didn't the first one have Bayer sensor? I had an X10 and it did. I picked up a used X20 and I haven't used it enough to really look at the difference.That x100V looks superb, @redsim74 !
I'm still using the original x100 (which is still just wonderful, IMO), and have never yet felt inclined to upgrade, upon the release of a later version. However, I have to say that the x100V is the first of the subsequent releases to send a faint 'siren call' to my ears!
Yes, that's right. I actually tend to prefer the output from the Bayer sensor, However, I readily acknowledge that the X-trans has far better performance, by most 'normal' measures - it's just that aesthetics are hard to measure by normal measures.
I admit that what appeals to me about the x100V is the very look of it. Fuji have done something to the camera body which I like, very much. (superficial of me, I know!
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I too think where the X100V really shines is the design of the camera. The controls are simplified a little, the body is clean and not plastered with unnecessary logos... And aluminum, which has to feel good in the hand. Yep, I like it. I don't like it $1300 much, though.
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Lots of folks prefer the output of the original X100. I also like the comments in your post. "It's just that aesthetics are hard to measure by normal measures" and "Fuji have done something to the camera body which I like, very much. (superficial of me, I know!)". The same part of your brain is being activated.Yes, that's right. I actually tend to prefer the output from the Bayer sensor, However, I readily acknowledge that the X-trans has far better performance, by most 'normal' measures - it's just that aesthetics are hard to measure by normal measures.
I admit that what appeals to me about the x100V is the very look of it. Fuji have done something to the camera body which I like, very much. (superficial of me, I know!
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