Hi,
Saw that it was offered in the PC show leaflet. Anyone bought it?
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Hi,
Saw that it was offered in the PC show leaflet. Anyone bought it?
Hi, I just bought a G1X Mk2
Is there a tread here dedicated for G1X owner?
Wow... how much did you pay for it? I see the Canon website and it costed S$1099... if that is the price... it is wayyyy over my budget.
Any CSer able to share the experience of the mk2? Wanted to get one but was quite hesitant when read some neg review on the sharpness at wide open.
Ya man, I thinking of getting either G1X Mk II or the upcoming Sony RX200.....think I prefer RX200 look but I believe will be more expensive than G1X Mk II....
I guess you meant RX100 MkIII?
Rumor said announcement tmr...
Actually what is so special about G1X Mk II?
Tested at vivo showroom, nothing surprised me to be frank...
For that price point, they are many options from other brands.
I guess you meant RX100 MkIII?
Rumor said announcement tmr...
Actually what is so special about G1X Mk II?
Tested at vivo showroom, nothing surprised me to be frank...
For that price point, they are many options from other brands.
The rumoured RX200 from April 2014 had the same focal range than the now released RX100mkIII. Good luck with the RX200.Nope I meant the *rumored* RX200. Not interested in RX100M3 due to short focal range.
I am not that knowledgeable on all the other models in the G1XM2's price range but just comparing against RX100M3, the Canon has both longer focal range (albeit a bit slower) and significantly larger sensor than Sony. I believe when released the Sony will be more expensive than the Canon since its official price was announced as €849 (which is more than S$1.4k) and nowadays Sony don't have discount for its premium models anymore.
I'm not aware of the many other options available. The only one I know is the RX 100 series. Others have either a smaller sensor or just a prime lens.The G1X II is a hidden gem. But unfortunately, based on present day needs and interests, I think it doesn't appeal to many. Personally, I was looking forward to it initially but after trying it, it just didn't "feel" like I was keen on it any more.
It's hard to say what it is. Perhaps it tries to be "compact" but the weight (>500g) and size just don't fit that description. But I feel the main minus point is the bulky front. Not sure if the dual ring adjustments are ergonomically designed. It's awkward to turn the inner ring for something essential and is it necessary to design it this way?
Image quality wise there is no doubt it is excellent. But if the "feel" is not there, and it's so pricey, it's hard to justify the purchase. It will probably do better if there aren't many other options available for that price.
Just my humble opinion...
I'm not aware of the many other options available. The only one I know is the RX 100 series. Others have either a smaller sensor or just a prime lens.