jimleicam3 Posted February 14, 2016 Share #1 Posted February 14, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) I am in the process of selling almost all my gear for the new Q. (M8, 3 Canon lenses, keeping my 3 Leica M lenses, D-Lux 5), but I don't know if I should also sell my X2. The X2 has become my go to camera for travel, nights out, etc. I could use the cash for the Q, but I am mixed if I should keep it or not. Thanks for the advice. Cheers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MickyW Posted February 15, 2016 Share #2 Posted February 15, 2016 I am in the process of selling almost all my gear for the new Q. (M8, 3 Canon lenses, keeping my 3 Leica M lenses, D-Lux 5), but I don't know if I should also sell my X2. The X2 has become my go to camera for travel, nights out, etc. I could use the cash for the Q, but I am mixed if I should keep it or not. Thanks for the advice. Cheers Do do you need the money from the X2 to buy the Q? If yes sell it and buy the Q If not keep it and buy the Q Regardless .... buy the Q Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
millsart Posted February 15, 2016 Share #3 Posted February 15, 2016 I had an X1 ages ago, can't say I've really missed it, especially compared to a Q. Once you've got a VF, far faster AF, faster lens etc, not much to miss, and you can crop the Q to a 15meg 35mm equiv. so really not missing much. X2 is a bit more portable, but not like it fits into a pocket, and the Q carries pretty easily in a small bag Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ecaton Posted February 15, 2016 Share #4 Posted February 15, 2016 I had an X1 ages ago, can't say I've really missed it, especially compared to a Q. Once you've got a VF, far faster AF, faster lens etc, not much to miss, and you can crop the Q to a 15meg 35mm equiv. so really not missing much. X2 is a bit more portable, but not like it fits into a pocket, and the Q carries pretty easily in a small bag The X1(2) weights less than half as compared to the Q and fits easily into a jacket pocket or small belt pouch. So it`s way more portable if picture talking is not the main activity of the day. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iduna Posted February 15, 2016 Share #5 Posted February 15, 2016 mmmh, selling a fine Leica camera? I'll keep mine for those cases where I only go out with a handbag. Since I always carry a camera the X1,X2 are still doing a great job. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
prk60091 Posted February 15, 2016 Share #6 Posted February 15, 2016 I had an X1 ages ago, can't say I've really missed it, especially compared to a Q. Once you've got a VF, far faster AF, faster lens etc, not much to miss, and you can crop the Q to a 15meg 35mm equiv. so really not missing much. X2 is a bit more portable, but not like it fits into a pocket, and the Q carries pretty easily in a small bag my experience exactly. . .i do not miss the x1 at all. . . "take the money" and run. . . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropo54 Posted February 15, 2016 Share #7 Posted February 15, 2016 Advertisement (gone after registration) mmmh, selling a fine Leica camera? I'll keep mine for those cases where I only go out with a handbag. Since I always carry a camera the X1,X2 are still doing a great job. Agree! Don't sell it if you don't have to. The output from the X2 is still quite exceptional. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
millsart Posted February 16, 2016 Share #8 Posted February 16, 2016 The X1(2) weights less than half as compared to the Q and fits easily into a jacket pocket or small belt pouch. So it`s way more portable if picture talking is not the main activity of the day. Depending on where you live/season, one might not have a jacket, and I can't really imagine wearing a small belt pouch to carry a camera around if photography is not the activity of the day. To each his/her own, but I either find I want to have a camera with me ie; one that is a serious imaging tool, or I don't want to be burdened with having a camera, thus my iPhone. If I still had my X1, I'd either be annoyed feeling it in pocket and knowing I'm not using it because I must not of really needed a camera that badly, OR, if I did use it, I'd be annoyed it didn't have features like the EVF I love on my Q, not to mention feeling annoyed I spent over $4k on a Q and its sitting at home. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
A miller Posted February 16, 2016 Share #9 Posted February 16, 2016 yes you should. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
m9photo Posted February 16, 2016 Share #10 Posted February 16, 2016 My take on this - Q all the way! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete McGill Posted February 17, 2016 Share #11 Posted February 17, 2016 I kept my X1. It fits in a jacket pocket. The Q doesn't. So when I'm going somewhere where I'm not sure I'll be taking shots, I take the X1 just in case. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK! Posted March 1, 2016 Share #12 Posted March 1, 2016 I kept my X1. It fits in a jacket pocket. The Q doesn't. So when I'm going somewhere where I'm not sure I'll be taking shots, I take the X1 just in case. Same with me (x2). The x 113 went into the bay. I Never really fell in love with the latter. -tk Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshua Lowe Posted March 3, 2016 Share #13 Posted March 3, 2016 I'd suggesting renting a Q before you decide. It sounds like the X2 is a pretty good fit, so don't get rid of it unless the Q suits you better. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trivette Posted March 4, 2016 Share #14 Posted March 4, 2016 I wouldn't, but that's just me. I prefer the 35+ mm field of view to 28mm. "They" say that it's just a matter of adapting to 28mm, but most of the Q images I've seen have the 28mm "look," and while it can be spectacular, It just isn't my preference. I'll take the X2. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spylaw4 Posted March 4, 2016 Share #15 Posted March 4, 2016 Buy the Q, keep the X2 .........for a while until you find that you just aren't using the X2. The Q will take over your photography. Then sell the X2. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffp Posted March 4, 2016 Share #16 Posted March 4, 2016 Buy the Q, keep the X2 .........for a while until you find that you just aren't using the X2. The Q will take over your photography. Then sell the X2. I think this is good advice Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimleicam3 Posted March 5, 2016 Author Share #17 Posted March 5, 2016 Thanks for everyone's input!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibramr Posted March 5, 2016 Share #18 Posted March 5, 2016 Greetings. Not to complicate matters, but what is next in reference to you M lenses? Once you enjoy the bigger sensor, the M8 will unlikely continue to satisfy you. As you may think of an M9 or an M240 (using the available funds) the current X2 may then be an excellent second support to your M and its lenses. The Q is most capable, no question, but the X2 with an M system can serve very admirably too. Enjoy in good health. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
michi_rishi Posted March 15, 2016 Share #19 Posted March 15, 2016 I have owned a X1 and a X2 as well. The Q is in a different league. I will not look back to X2. BTW, if you use the 35mm crop function, the Q will offer at least the quality of the X2. (And Q is much faster and easier to operate as well). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted March 15, 2016 Share #20 Posted March 15, 2016 The value of a digital camera is like a timer counting down to zero. The longer you hang on to your X2 (when you probably don't need it) the less it's worth. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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