My Leica X2 Pic

[Jay_Medrano]

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Here's my Leica X2, I only need the hand grip then, its complete :-) I bought a Leica X1 hand grip at the amazon.com but its too small for the x2, the product description of the leica x1 hand grip says its compatible also with the x2, now im still looking for the hand grip :-(

 

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[wda]

Congratulations! The correct hand-grip will enhance your use of the camera, particularly if you also attach a wrist strap for extra security.

[jlindstrom]

Here's my Leica X2, I only need the hand grip then, its complete :-) I bought a Leica X1 hand grip at the amazon.com but its too small for the x2, the product description of the leica x1 hand grip says its compatible also with the x2, now im still looking for the hand grip :-(

 

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Doesn't sound right. I have the X1 grip and it fits perfectly, no probs what so ever. You sure you got the original one and not some 3rd party copy?

 

I bought mine 2nd hans from a local Leica dealer same time I got my X2. Now I just need a VF-2..

 

//Juha

 

 

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[earleygallery]

Your photo shows what a flawed design the X1/X2 is. It's hardly compact in use.

 

I do wish Leica would spend some time and money designing an integrated digital compact - the sensor/lens quality is fine, execution is poor.

[jlindstrom]

Well, yes and no. In the pic it's the adapter tube that makes it less compact.. without the tube + external vf, it'll fit in jacket pocket and even in loose pants pocket if you really need it to.

 

If you need more pocketable, then get a D-Lux..

 

As for the flaws, the retractable lense is unnecessary. They could have further improved the lens by making it non-retractable ala Sony RX1. The current setup inhales dust particles..

 

So maybe the next Leica X Typ(add number of choice) should get a static lens, which would be faster.. say something in the range of 1.4 - 2.0. And please, make it FF without AA filter. Dare I say, make it a Leicanized versio of the RX1r without all the extra crap :-)

 

Anyway, the X2 is good for what it is. We can always wish for a million things better and be dissapointed or carry on using our kit focusing on it's strengths.

 

//Juha

 

 

"Keep calm and carry on"

[wda]

Your photo shows what a flawed design the X1/X2 is. It's hardly compact in use.

 

I do wish Leica would spend some time and money designing an integrated digital compact - the sensor/lens quality is fine, execution is poor.

James it is only 'flawed' if you expect it to be flat-fronted and easily popped into a shirt pocket. Taking it for what it is, my X1 is a very neat solid compact design with flawless optical performance. I bought one new and still use it regularly today, despite having a much more versatile Leica M-system. Provided you can master its little quirks, it is a super little camera and compares well with later competitors which come and go. This might sound defensive, but it is an honest assessment. A device is only flawed if it doesn't meet your expectations and is quickly dropped from lists. Not many appear on the used market.