jvlow Posted December 16, 2006 Share #1 Posted December 16, 2006 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi All, I got my Digilux-3 and a Dlux-3 last week. To say that I am pleased would be an understatement. Reading all the negative views here reminds me of when I contemplated the Digilux-2. If I had gone along with the majority view on this site at the time, I would have missed out on a very good camera. Now you cant buy a D2 for love or money. I am only a serious amateur, but I know what I like. I sold all my Canon kit to get the D3. I attach two early samples from the D3 and I am still getting used to it. I can tell you already that this camera is a "keeper". PS Hope I have correctly followed the rules with my attachments John Melbourne Australia Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/11445-digilux-3-positive-views/?do=findComment&comment=119382'>More sharing options...
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andit Posted December 16, 2006 Share #2 Posted December 16, 2006 Hi John, Thanks for posting those pics that you took with the Digilux 3. I am in the exact same situation now that you were in. I'm also contemplating selling my Canon kit and switching to the D3 - I have just gotten tired of Canon over the years and am looking for something else (I posted a thread "Digilux 3 or Canon D5" here yesterday). I think the photo with the steam comming out of the loco is brilliant. Here in South Africa the price of the D3 with kit lens is about the same as a D5 body only - don't know how that compares to prices in Aus. I handled a 30D a while ago and was not impressed by it (I'd rather keep my old D60 going which has been fantastic for me). In much the same way as you, I was rather skeptical after reading all the "bad" reports about the D3, however, in the same breath, the users of the M8 are also going through a real bad patch - that is judging by what is being written here in the forums. Thanks again for your great photo's Andreas PS: Have been following the fires in your area on TV for the last couple of weeks, and hope that it has not affected you in anyway. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for all you people down there that BIG rains come real soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobrudolph Posted December 16, 2006 Share #3 Posted December 16, 2006 Hi All,I got my Digilux-3 and a Dlux-3 last week. To say that I am pleased would be an understatement. Reading all the negative views here reminds me of when I contemplated the Digilux-2. If I had gone along with the majority view on this site at the time, I would have missed out on a very good camera. Now you cant buy a D2 for love or money. I am only a serious amateur, but I know what I like. I sold all my Canon kit to get the D3. I attach two early samples from the D3 and I am still getting used to it. I can tell you already that this camera is a "keeper". PS Hope I have correctly followed the rules with my attachments John Melbourne Australia John, Very nice photos, the camera appears to be a "keeper indeed". Let's see more photos. Bob Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi S Posted December 16, 2006 Share #4 Posted December 16, 2006 John, I jumped the Canon ship also, and bought the Digilux 3. I haven't had a lot of time with it yet, but I love it!! Very nice photos. Thanks for posting them. Heidi Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted December 16, 2006 Share #5 Posted December 16, 2006 To Those Thinking of Jumping the Canon Ship: I would play around with the Digilux 3 a bit before jumping ship. I've had plenty of time to play with the Lummix version at a Circuit City store here in Southern California where you can play as long as you like without a sales person breathing down your neck. I contemplated getting the camera due to all the M8 problems but in the end, it just didn't cut it for me. IMHO this camera doesn't even come close to a Canon 5D, sorry guys. My Canon 20D is still a lot more camera than this one, and the Panasonic lenses are not really in the same league as Canon L lenses. All you would get is a Red dot, so think about it. Yes, you will get some good shots, but this camera is simply not in the same league, and way over priced. I realize you only wanted positive views here, but that would only give you half a scenario and as much as I like my Leica gear, I'm not about to jump the Canon ship, not unless there was something better. Cheers, Wilfredo Benitez-Rivera Photography Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickR Posted December 16, 2006 Share #6 Posted December 16, 2006 And the Olympus pro line of 4/3's lenses can match anything Canon. That's what sweet about this camera; you have your choice of Olympus, Panasonic, Sigma, and soon to be, I hope, Leica lenses. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riley Posted December 16, 2006 Share #7 Posted December 16, 2006 Advertisement (gone after registration) olympus wides are excellent and a good reason to go four thirds the faster than the rest 11-22 near distortion free and the very expensive and just damn amasing 7-14 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJLogan Posted December 16, 2006 Share #8 Posted December 16, 2006 I love my Digilux 3. I don't doubt that there are Canons and Nikons that can outperform it in a variety of ways. I have no interest in using any of them--I think they're ugly, I find them awkward to hold, and I don't like the way the controls are laid out. So I'm consciously trading a bit of potential image quuality (and some cash) for a picture-taking experience that pleases me. I simply would not enjoy photography nearly as much if I had to use any of the current or recent crop of DSLRs other than the D3 or L1. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilfredo Posted December 16, 2006 Share #9 Posted December 16, 2006 The options in lenses is probably the greatest strength of the Digilux 3. Olympus and Sigma make excellent optics, but remember that the Leica lens for this camera is really a Panasonic lens. Not a bad lens but nothing to write home about. This lens felt a bit flimsy to me in my hands when I played around with the camera, it just doesn't have the stealth of a Canon L lens. It feels more like the cheaper non L lenses by Canon that can be purchased at consumer bargain prices. But certainly you do have options with optics here, and that I believe is this cameras best assett. This is still not enough for me to jump the Canon ship, in fact, I'm waiting for the new Canon that will hit the market next year, following the 5D. I came into the Leica system because I wanted the best possible image quality I could get, so I personally would not trade that for a better looking camera, and the Digilux 3 is big, not in any way a small compact DSLR, it doesn't have the charm of the M camera, so why jump the Canon ship???? Is the Canon ship sinking???? If there is a sinking ship around here it aint Canon! Happy Shooting, Wilfredo Benitez-Rivera Photography Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riley Posted December 16, 2006 Share #10 Posted December 16, 2006 Yes but the D Vario-Elmarit 14-50mm f/2.8-3.5 is really just a kit lens it so happens that its not a bad kit lens, better than its competition by all accounts Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi S Posted December 16, 2006 Share #11 Posted December 16, 2006 I sold my 1ds2 and Leica R/Canon L lenses because I just wasn't using them after buying an M7. I have not found the one perfect camera for everyone, but the Digilux 3 has put a lot of fun back into photography for me. I bought an Oly 90-250 2.8 lens. It is fast and not much bigger than a 70-200L lens. I get nice, sharp captures with a minimal of weight. For me it is a great all around digital camera with it's spot in my bag between my M8/M7 and the V-lux. Personally, I like the camera at this point in my life, but can see where it isn't for everyone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvlow Posted December 17, 2006 Author Share #12 Posted December 17, 2006 Andreas, I sold the Canon kit (20D and L lenses) only because of weight considerations. I believe that I will be able to achieve the same quality of work with the D3 at less weight. At least thats the way it feels. My friend keeps telling me that my camera bag is empty... I will probably get a fast prime (25mm F1.4 sounds good) and one long zoom later on. I am in the Melbourne Eastern Suburbs and well away from the fire zone. Nearest fires are about 30-40 Km away. John Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdai Posted December 17, 2006 Share #13 Posted December 17, 2006 olympus wides are excellent and a good reason to go four thirds You can pick up any Canon lens cropping 2x the outer zone ... nothing on earth can beat it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamey Posted December 17, 2006 Share #14 Posted December 17, 2006 Hello John. I played with the D3 last week at the Camera exchange, and frankly I did'nt like it. As you can see, this is why I hav'nt gone to Electronic imaging except what comes out of my Minolta Film Scanner. M7 & 35mm f/2 asph and Kodak Elitechrome 100. Cheers. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/11445-digilux-3-positive-views/?do=findComment&comment=119944'>More sharing options...
jvlow Posted December 17, 2006 Author Share #15 Posted December 17, 2006 Hi Ken, Nice shot. I think that the Puffing Billy Railway must be the most photographed place in Melbourne. I have hundreds of shots taken over the years. I always test new cameras up in the hills. You are correct in that the D3 is probably not everyone's cup of tea, but it suits me and I will no doubt get better and better results as I become more used to the handling. Cheers Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Maio Posted December 17, 2006 Share #16 Posted December 17, 2006 To Those Thinking of Jumping the Canon Ship: I would play around with the Digilux 3 a bit before jumping ship. I've had plenty of time to play with the Lummix version at a Circuit City store here in Southern California where you can play as long as you like without a sales person breathing down your neck. I contemplated getting the camera due to all the M8 problems but in the end, it just didn't cut it for me. IMHO this camera doesn't even come close to a Canon 5D, sorry guys. My Canon 20D is still a lot more camera than this one, and the Panasonic lenses are not really in the same league as Canon L lenses. All you would get is a Red dot, so think about it. Yes, you will get some good shots, but this camera is simply not in the same league, and way over priced. I realize you only wanted positive views here, but that would only give you half a scenario and as much as I like my Leica gear, I'm not about to jump the Canon ship, not unless there was something better. Cheers, Wilfredo Benitez-Rivera Photography I think the Canon 5D vs. DigiLux-3 argument is specious. I own both cameras, and have owned the 20D as well. The 5D is a different tool entirely. First of all, the cost of a 5D plus an equivalent lens - say the 24-70 F/2.8L - is much higher than the DigiLux-3, not to mention the L1. Second, if you mount the 24-70 f/2.8.L to the 5D, its not exactly a light general purpose camera outfit than you can use with some discretion in street photography adventures, now is it? Point that rig at someone and you WILL attract attention. Third, comparing a 12.7mpx full-frame sensor with a 7.1mpx 4/3 sensor is just wrong. You might as well argue that the DigiLux-3 isn't a 1Ds2, but what's the point? If the OP is happy with his DigiLux-3 (as I am with mine) and says so here on the Leica forum, why even bring Canon into the discussion? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest stnami Posted December 17, 2006 Share #17 Posted December 17, 2006 I If the OP is happy with his DigiLux-3 (as I am with mine) and says so here on the Leica forum, why even bring Canon into the discussion? .. because the first post was as follows.... I am only a serious amateur, but I know what I like. I sold all my Canon kit to get the D3. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Maio Posted December 17, 2006 Share #18 Posted December 17, 2006 Quote: If the OP is happy with his DigiLux-3 (as I am with mine) and says so here on the Leica forum, why even bring Canon into the discussion? .. because the first post was as follows.... Quote: I am only a serious amateur, but I know what I like. I sold all my Canon kit to get the D3. Yes, I get it. He said he sold a 20D and some lenses because of the weight. Since I didn't sell my Canons when I bought the DigiLux-3 why don't we just call it even and welcome John to the Leica forum? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamey Posted December 17, 2006 Share #19 Posted December 17, 2006 Thank you John. I found the D3 quite large, (very boxie) in my hands and prefered the V-Lux 1 as it was nicer in my hand, but not that awful Electronic viewfinder. I have never been impressed with Canon Film cameras, but must admit I prefer their Digicams to whats offering from the Leica stable except the DMR of course. I played with the 5D and a Leica 80-200mm f/4 vario at the Camera Exchange and I was most impressed with this combo, if I could get my 28-90mm vario on the 5D as well I would really consider it for the future, If Canon decided to slightly shave the mirror on their next FF model, it could get more Leica "R" owners to swing their way. Anyway good luck on your D3. Cheers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_choy58 Posted December 24, 2006 Share #20 Posted December 24, 2006 I have been using Canon L lens, Leica R, Leica M and the the new D lens. I have to say the D Vario Elmarit 14-50mm is a very decent lens indeed. Comparing images I took from the Canon L 24-105mm. I have to say it is better. Even though it is not a M / R lens, but it does produce that Leica look to the picture this is well worth it given its price. Btw, I've also been using some R lens (via adaptors by third parties) on the D3 and I have to say comparing the images from the R and D lens. They are quite a match in terms of color, contrast, sharpness etc on the 4/3 body. So, I think the D lens does the job for the market it is targeting at. Here an image I took with the D Vario Elmarit 14-50mm. The second one is the R 90mm Summicron. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/11445-digilux-3-positive-views/?do=findComment&comment=125549'>More sharing options...
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