sveinp Posted June 19, 2010 Share #1 Posted June 19, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) I am new to Leica and to this forum. I have been shooting with my DL4 in approx one month and I am really satisfied! In addition I have a Pentax K-7 DSLR (with HD and a lot of "stuff") as well which I hardly uses after purchaising the DL4... I am considering an X1... I am really into Leica now, so do you think that I will be satisfied with the combination DL4/X1 and that I could sell my DSLR. Or will the best combination be X1/DSLR? I need some reflections/advisory on this! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted June 19, 2010 Posted June 19, 2010 Hi sveinp, Take a look here D-LUX 4 vs X1 vs DSLR . I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
jankap Posted June 20, 2010 Share #2 Posted June 20, 2010 As you don't mention your preferences, is it difficult to formulate an answer to your question. The three cameras differ in very many points. Zoom, lenses, dimensions, resale value, etc. I have the Dlux-4 and to understand all aspects of only this one, you need a year or so. Without buying extras! Jan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
symmetron Posted June 20, 2010 Share #3 Posted June 20, 2010 I think many of us have switched to heavily using the DL4 after getting it. It's convenience, IQ, etc. are compelling. However after some time, in spite of its utility, we all have tended to also use our DSLRS again. You will still need (want) a DLSR even if you get an X1. Both the DL4 and X1 are fine cameras, but they are still not very versatile. If you intend to do exclusively the kind of photography that fits the DL4 and X1, i.e. limited focal length, limited versatility on flash, and good but not great high ISO performance, than sell your DLSR kit. Chances are you'll be buying another DLSR system at some point near term; assuming you haven't spent all your $$ on your Leicas. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
krandall Posted June 20, 2010 Share #4 Posted June 20, 2010 I agree with the others. I LOVE my D Lux 4. It is my "always with me" camera. But I also couldn't do without my DSLR. The D Lux 4 takes fantastic images for a small sensor pocket camera, but the IQ, especially at higher ISO's can't touch a modern DSLR. The other big issue is that I do a fair amount of nature photography, and the DL4 just doesn't have the reach for any telephoto work. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sveinp Posted June 22, 2010 Author Share #5 Posted June 22, 2010 ...thanks for your reflections on this! I guess I want the X1 so much that I am searching for some elements in an "Wife Management" strategy... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nerf14 Posted June 23, 2010 Share #6 Posted June 23, 2010 I am in the same situation...where I am on the verge of selling my DSLR....b/c it is big for travel and I am looking to get a great quality small camera which has great IQ...and one that is portable...I really like the size of the DLux 4 and have seen some great images... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jankap Posted June 23, 2010 Share #7 Posted June 23, 2010 Advertisement (gone after registration) You have to be very courageous to take an X1 with you for a safari in Africa. Also for soccers (Fifa football) a Dlux-4 is not the right tool. On the other hand, why not jump on the play field and take a close-up of the referee showing the red card to you. X1 and Dlux-4 are more for close combat. You could wait for the X4 (X2 = stereo, X3 = Tri-Elmar very wide angle). Jan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sveinp Posted June 26, 2010 Author Share #8 Posted June 26, 2010 ...I have just purchased the X1 (along with the orig 36mm ViewFinder and the grip), sold my D-Lux 4 and I will keep my P.K-7 DSLR. The X1 is superb in my opinion and a perfect complement to a DSLR system with HD video, ... It is much more a real Leica and shoots great and distinguished pics. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsrockit Posted June 29, 2010 Share #9 Posted June 29, 2010 Good choice sveinp. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jankap Posted June 29, 2010 Share #10 Posted June 29, 2010 Good choice sveinp. +1 Jan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barconti Posted July 1, 2010 Share #11 Posted July 1, 2010 I have had similar thoughts DL4 vs DSLR. I have run lots of exposure tests comparing the two. I always shoot in RAW and process in PS. If I had to chose just one camera I would choose the DL4. It's size, quality of build and the images are perfect. But there are times when I go for the DSLR, macro work and nature. The 150 mm macro with flash is a great tool. I have shot close up images with both cameras at the same time and there is nothing like that 150 mm macro. The DL4 comes close but it just is not the same. When it comes to taking nature shots, last weekends hawk vs. squirrel, the DL4 just does not have the range. What I am really thinking about is a GF1 with Leica lenses. Now that would be fun. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsrockit Posted July 1, 2010 Share #12 Posted July 1, 2010 DSLR, M4, and X1 has been the magic combo for me. I'd love to have a pocket P&S, but it needs to have at least a u4/3 sensor before I will bite. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
drdannn Posted July 1, 2010 Share #13 Posted July 1, 2010 I have the d lux 4, D2, and the Digilux 3. Also have more modern DSLR. I could not imagine getting rid of a DSLR. There are certain irreplaceable moments you can only catch with a DSLR and a choice of lenses for the application I want. Response time is also key with a DSLR. There is one camera, IMHO, that rivals the DSLR and has a choice of lenses with varying focal lengths. That camera is the Lumix GF1. You can also use Leica lenses on it with a micro 4/3 adapter. This is just my 02. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffster Posted July 3, 2010 Share #14 Posted July 3, 2010 Keep the DSLR for the bokeh shots. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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