likealeica Posted June 3, 2011 Share #1 Posted June 3, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have been reading the X1 forum every day, and I was so impressed with so many owners' delight in having the camera, that I went out today and bought a black X1 for myself. Using it this afternoon reminds me of my M days. And what a pretty thing to hold and look at. Wish me luck. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted June 3, 2011 Posted June 3, 2011 Hi likealeica, Take a look here Just bought a black x1. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Solar B Posted June 3, 2011 Share #2 Posted June 3, 2011 Great ... Enjoy ... Simple ... As ... That. Brian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkglover Posted June 3, 2011 Share #3 Posted June 3, 2011 Hope you enjoy it. Just got a black one this week as well. Also got the Leica viewfinder today. Very pleased and looking forward to using it! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
likealeica Posted June 4, 2011 Author Share #4 Posted June 4, 2011 Thanks for the good wishes. I'm using an old 28mm Leitz viewfinder and it's pretty close. But I'm surprised to say that so far, I haven't minded using the screen at all. Steadying the camera by pulling the neck strap taught against out-stretched hands works well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
prk60091 Posted June 4, 2011 Share #5 Posted June 4, 2011 Thanks for the good wishes. I'm using an old 28mm Leitz viewfinder and it's pretty close. But I'm surprised to say that so far, I haven't minded using the screen at all. Steadying the camera by pulling the neck strap taught against out-stretched hands works well. Enjoy your new camera. I keep on repeating myself but the thumbsup will change the way you use the x1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
antd Posted June 4, 2011 Share #6 Posted June 4, 2011 Enjoy your new camera. I keep on repeating myself but the thumbsup will change the way you use the x1 I've read that quite a few times on this forum, but I don't think I've ever seen anyone articulate why that is so. For an X1 newbie like me, could you please explain what difference a thumbs up would make? (I don't have any problem holding the camera "naked" - I mean the camera, not me! - don't have issues knocking the MF wheel, etc...) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulpp Posted June 4, 2011 Share #7 Posted June 4, 2011 Advertisement (gone after registration) As a Thumbs Up user I find the difference amazing. Gives a much better (and steadier) grip - everything just seems to fall into place. (If only they made a Thumbs Up for life!) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solar B Posted June 4, 2011 Share #8 Posted June 4, 2011 Many do indeed swear by their Thumbs-up device , my preference is toward a good haf-leather case .. as i believe they offer the best combination of grip and protection for any camera .. trouble is that there are so many to choose from .. i have two for my X1 and am about to try another Brian Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Verrips Posted June 4, 2011 Share #9 Posted June 4, 2011 Enjoy your X1 and i wish you good luck. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
prk60091 Posted June 4, 2011 Share #10 Posted June 4, 2011 I've read that quite a few times on this forum, but I don't think I've ever seen anyone articulate why that is so. For an X1 newbie like me, could you please explain what difference a thumbs up would make? (I don't have any problem holding the camera "naked" - I mean the camera, not me! - don't have issues knocking the MF wheel, etc...) It allows you to grip the camera using the base of your thumb (which then allows the remaining fingers to maintain a solid grip on the camera). I can then naturally hold the camera close to my face and it gives me more control. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert blu Posted June 4, 2011 Share #11 Posted June 4, 2011 welcome to the club ! enjoy your new camera ! robert Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lykaman Posted June 4, 2011 Share #12 Posted June 4, 2011 Welcome to the club of the most spoken about digital camera of the decade”” THE X1,, it’s a beauty...I love mine, my constant companion... April11 X1 Test pictures by lenatfoto - Photobucket MercedFalls pictures by lenatfoto - Photobucket Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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