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Leica x1 vs samsung NX10


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Looks like a nice camera. You get to change lenses and have other features not found on the X1. Lot's of nice 4/3 options these days. I'd be concerned with wondering if Samsung will invest in more lenses but maybe someone will develop an adaptor.

 

If you pull the trigger, you may be one of the first to actually own both so stop back and let us know your thoughts.

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I agree, let us know what you think if you end up with both for awhile. That said, I do not see exactly how the NX10 and X1 are similar. I am still waiting (nearly 6 months) for my ordered X1 to arrive, so perhaps I should not make a comment here. My sense of the situation is that the X1 is a large sensor camera that is pocketable and the NX10 is a large sensor camera that is not pocketable. It seems to me purchasers of the X1 desire image quality with ultimate portability above all else (fixed focal length lens, lens not interchangeable, no video mode, and essentially no image stabilization). The NX10 offers everything given up by the X1 and pays for that with increased camera size. I'm not saying that the NX10 is a bad camera, it's just that it is not as portable, go-anywhere as the X1. My plan is to use my 5DMII for specific jobs best suited to that device (ultra-high resolution imaging, tilt-shift lenses, telephoto/high-speed work) and to use my X1 daily for everything else. I did this with my DL4 (until I sold it in preparation for the X1) and it worked out beautifully.

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...My sense of the situation is that the X1 is a large sensor camera that is pocketable and the NX10 is a large sensor camera that is not pocketable...

None or both are pocketable depending on pocket size i guess ;) but as far as lengths are concerned the shortest APS are the Pentax K-x and the Samsung NX10 so far.

 

Sigma DP2: 113mm

Panasonic GF1: 119mm

Olympus EP-2: 121mm

Samsung NX10: 123mm

Pentax K-x: 123mm

Leica X1: 124mm

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I wouldn't even think about doing this, but that's just me. I love the X1 and it fits well with my style. If you feel differently, you should certainly sell yours...and get the NX1 once a few reviews are in. Samsung is not known as a great camera manufacturer and this is their first recent foray into the market, so there may be some glitches...

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There is a video demo of the Samsung on Youtube. It looks like a very capable camera - with faster response times than the X1, but it is far too big! My thinking is that if you cannot fit it in a largish pocket or fit it in the palm of your hand, you might as well buy a mid range Canon or Nikon DSLR. The Panasonic G1 (although not the GF1) missed the point in the same way.

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Thanks for the comments. Still cannot make up my mind whether to get it

 

I'll ask again, why are you thinking of doing this? What don't you like about the X1 and what do you like about the Samsung? This would help us help you.

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The leica x1 is really a nice camera. But there are some imperfections like the focusing speed is not that fast. I have a baby and some shots will turn out blur. Maybe it is due to selecting spot focusing rather than 9 point focusing. Or maybe I should Try using a different shutter speed. The samsung has so many different accessories to try. Very tempting

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The leica x1 is really a nice camera. But there are some imperfections like the focusing speed is not that fast. I have a baby and some shots will turn out blur. Maybe it is due to selecting spot focusing rather than 9 point focusing. Or maybe I should Try using a different shutter speed. The samsung has so many different accessories to try. Very tempting

 

This reads like you just want a new shiny thing having failed to master the X1. By the sound of things it has not hit the nail on the head for you, it requires too much effort to master and you are therefore disillusioned and moving on to the next toy.

 

If that's what floats your boat, fine, but remember - a poor workman blames their tools.

 

Regards,

 

Bill

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Nasty call Bill, doesn't sound like he is blaming the camera....... kids grow up quickly why waste one's time learning to master a non existent fast focusing speed as all seem agree that it is not a camera for action shots.

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Horses for courses, Imants. I'm just observing from the words. Nailing a baby doesn't require gizmos and "accessories". It requires patience and timing. Or were there no baby photos before autofocus? My point is simple - don't quit because you can't get the results you want in 5 minutes. The OP admits he hasn't even tried all the options presented by the X1 yet - but that Samsung - so new, so shiny...

 

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Bill

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The leica x1 is really a nice camera. But there are some imperfections like the focusing speed is not that fast. I have a baby and some shots will turn out blur. Maybe it is due to selecting spot focusing rather than 9 point focusing. Or maybe I should Try using a different shutter speed. The samsung has so many different accessories to try. Very tempting

 

Yes, the focusing speed can be annoying, especially when you need to be hasty to get a shot. For the baby pics, up close at least, I would imagine 11 point would be best.

 

I'm not that familiar with the Samsung to be honest, it isn't my type of camera. My thoughts are that if I'm going to get an SLR shaped camera, I may as well get a real DSLR. The options in lenses for a DSLR far outweighs the pros of the size and weight advantages of the Samsung.

 

The GF1 seems like it would fit your situation. Its autofocus is faster than the X1.

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Bill some people just want to take pictures with a camera and are not interested in so called camera craft maybe that's his call............

X1 yet - but that Samsung - so new, so shiny...
that is the nasty part !
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I was thinking of getting the samsung nx10 to replace my x1. What do u guys think?

 

Bit like saying "I'm thinking of selling the family saloon to buy a van, what do you think?"

 

Only you can really decide what type of camera suits your needs best. They're two very different types.

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