scott kirkpatrick Posted November 15, 2020 Share #1 Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) The reported lens-to-be looks like a very nice size and configuration? How does it render? The one actual review that I could find suggests conventional performance (stop down to 2.8 or 4 for sharpness across the field. Center sharpness not as good at 1.8 as at 2.8). The examples provided were fairly limited. Edited November 15, 2020 by scott kirkpatrick Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted November 15, 2020 Posted November 15, 2020 Hi scott kirkpatrick, Take a look here Any experience with the new Lumix 85/1.8 on S1x?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Boojay Posted November 15, 2020 Share #2 Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) 3 hours ago, scott kirkpatrick said: The reported lens-to-be looks like a very nice size and configuration? How does it render? The one actual review that I could find suggests conventional performance (stop down to 2.8 or 4 for sharpness across the field. Center sharpness not as good at 1.8 as at 2.8). The examples provided were fairly limited. Some very nice samples of stills in this you tube review, skip past the first 3 or 4 minutes of usual unboxing and size comparisons... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMI6EoTAP6M&t=52s Richard Wong also does a very thorough review that can be found on you tube. I have pre-ordered, here in the UK will possibly be available end of this month and even though I have the 90SL I want to try it. Edited November 15, 2020 by Boojay Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott kirkpatrick Posted November 15, 2020 Author Share #3 Posted November 15, 2020 (edited) I also have a preorder in with my friends at Popflash. Its competitors are my R 80/1.4 and S100/2, both of which are heavy and need adapters, (and paid for already),. They make spectacular images. I have a hunch that the two small lenses from Panasonic (45 and 85) will do better on the S1R. Edited November 15, 2020 by scott kirkpatrick 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggie Posted November 20, 2020 Share #4 Posted November 20, 2020 It looks like good value. There are more image samples here which have attracted some discussion in the comments section about purple fringing and LoCA. I’m looking forward to seeing how the 24/35/50mm releases fare and compare to the Sigma DC DN trio. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boojay Posted November 28, 2020 Share #5 Posted November 28, 2020 My pre-ordered 85mm arrived this morning, first impressions, build quality is ok, hood is stupidly large which is silly given that obvious attraction of this lens is size/weight/speed, sure I could find a smaller alternative somewhere though. Having just mounted it on the CL initial thoughts without the hood it's a nice fit, feels balanced enough and the autofocus is really speedy. Very early morning here and still dark and wet, but looking forward to trying it out later. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruskkyle Posted November 28, 2020 Share #6 Posted November 28, 2020 Looking forward to your thoughts after use @Boojay 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicci78 Posted November 30, 2020 Share #7 Posted November 30, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) On France, Panasonic is giving away a free S 85mm f/1.8 and a free battery grip if you bought the heavily discounted kit S1R + S 24-105 f/4. All 4 for only 2499€ VAT included. Panasonic is totally desperate to move its inventory. Nobody seems to want to buy their huge and heavy S1R body. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/315122-any-experience-with-the-new-lumix-8518-on-s1x/?do=findComment&comment=4089576'>More sharing options...
Simone_DF Posted November 30, 2020 Share #8 Posted November 30, 2020 Too bad that offer is available only within France Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicci78 Posted December 1, 2020 Share #9 Posted December 1, 2020 (edited) Are you sure @Simone_DF ? I think that they can ship anywhere in Europe. Just call FNAC Montparnasse photo department at +33149543024 ask for Eric or any English speaking photo staff. It is FNAC HQ store. They can do anything Or you can call FNAC Ternes photo department at +33144091877 ask for Stéphane or any English speaking photo staff. It is FNAC biggest store. They are willing to do anything. Shipping may not be free though. Edited December 1, 2020 by nicci78 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simone_DF Posted December 1, 2020 Share #10 Posted December 1, 2020 Thank you @nicci78, I tried to complete the order but it says it cannot be completed and that I have to change the region. I can read and understand written French :-) (spoken is another matter...) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicci78 Posted December 1, 2020 Share #11 Posted December 1, 2020 (edited) I think that you will have to order by phone with one of the store. Then pay by wire transfer Edited December 1, 2020 by nicci78 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicci78 Posted December 1, 2020 Share #12 Posted December 1, 2020 It is too late. Sold out Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simone_DF Posted December 2, 2020 Share #13 Posted December 2, 2020 12 hours ago, nicci78 said: It is too late. Sold out Yes, it was already sold out yesterday morning. Too bad :-) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marac Posted December 2, 2020 Share #14 Posted December 2, 2020 The S1R becomes 'really bulky & heavy' when you have huge heavy lenses connected to it. I use my S1R with M lenses and it weighs about the same as my M9M. For me the issue with the S1R is the amount of bloody buttons and dials on the thing and a menu that would give Gordon Ramsey a heart attack. This is why my S1R is little used and also for sale. I had one guy offer me an M9 but he has gone silent now, shame. The new DC DN lenses from Sigma look very good indeed, size & weight is also bearable, I will get to test them at some stage and post my results. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicci78 Posted December 2, 2020 Share #15 Posted December 2, 2020 10 minutes ago, Marac said: I use my S1R with M lenses and it weighs about the same as my M9M. How is that possible ? Original M Monochrom or M9 only weighs 585g with battery and SD card. On the other hand S1R weighs 1016g with battery and SD card. Almost double the weight. And S1R will still required a 70g M-Adapter-L to use M lenses. So 1086g vs 585g. S1R is a beast to handle. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marac Posted December 2, 2020 Share #16 Posted December 2, 2020 I've never weighed my gear, it's just how it feels to me. Why don't you get the results with an S1R and 24-90 or 50mm 1.4 then it becomes the beast really. Hopefully I can trade mine for a CL or an M9/240 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicci78 Posted December 2, 2020 Share #17 Posted December 2, 2020 (edited) I always weigh my gear. I got a hard limit : no shoulder bag fully packed should weigh more than 4kg. Including the bag’s own weight, a 50cL water bottle and an iPad. That’s seriously limiting my photo equipment choice. Even more because I prefer no more than 3kg actually. My shoulder and my back are happy. I really think that weight is enemy. So just one S1R + 24-105 + 85mm + battery is not bearable for me. NB : I hate backpacks but I love fast, easy and secure access of shoulder bags like Billingham’s F2.8 or Hadleys Edited December 2, 2020 by nicci78 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrp Posted December 5, 2020 Share #18 Posted December 5, 2020 https://www.lesnumeriques.com/focales-fixes/panasonic-lumix-s-85-mm-f1-8-p60721/test.html they were not that impressed with the 50mm f1.4 LUMIX, so take with a pinch of salt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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