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Bokusatsu_Tenshi
08/13/09

In reply to Cool Panasonic Lumix GF1 4/3 May End Up Being My Next Camera
Another question raised by some blogs speculations:
Is that really a fingerprint reader on the back of the camera right on top of the LCD screen???
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Bokusatsu_Tenshi
08/13/09

Oops, sorry about that... seems it's the EVF connector. Still not shure though.
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Bokusatsu_Tenshi
08/07/09

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Really interesting...
Unfortunately I just bought my Canon XSi, so it'll probably be a long time before I can get my hands in something like this.
How's the price?
Sad part is that I really wanted video recording... added with the slim body, built-in flash and being a Lumix (which is making some pretty awesome p&s)... a temptation.
Even the lack of a mirror and pentaprism might be pluses for the video.
Hope it also has external mic input, if I'm not asking for too much.
I want to play with one of those babies, shooting movies with some different lenses settings...
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podspawn
08/07/09

@Bokusatsu_Tenshi: How do you like your Xsi? I'm thinking about getting one.
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Bokusatsu_Tenshi
08/13/09

@podspawn: Sorry podspawn, read your reply today.

It's awesome, really, can't complain about anything.

Shutter speed is impressive, and the battery life goes way longer than I was expecting.

I'm not much of a pro right now, to be completely sincere with you, but IMHO, it's really worth what you're paying for.

I'm only really thinking of replacing it because I'm looking for a video+photo sollution (mind you XSi only takes pics, no movies)...

If I could though, I'd keep the XSi AND buy a backup camera which could also shoot videos...
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itchytooth
08/06/09

In reply to Cool Panasonic Lumix GF1 4/3 May End Up Being My Next Camera
This looks really great! If it really allows for an EVF in the hotshoe, I think I'm in!
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trailingedge
08/06/09

@itchytooth: According to the links, it has built-in flash which is a plus and has provisions of a electronic viewfinder...wooot
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itchytooth
08/06/09

@trailingedge: I appreciate the built-in flash, even if it is wimpy, for fill light. I wonder how much battery life one saves by using an EVF instead of the LCD. I assume the tiny display used in EVFs draw less power than larger LCDs, but I'm really just guessing...
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trailingedge
08/06/09

@itchytooth: I like the idea of the EV, because I will finally be able to use old manual focus lens close to my face and not arms length. Yeah, I can guess that the power draw would be less when using a EV...
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Mijonju
08/07/09

@itchytooth: look at this pic > there is a evf port :D just like the GX200
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itchytooth
08/08/09

@Mijonju: Hey, Mijonju, I didn't know you were a Gizmodo commenter!
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OlYeller21
08/06/09

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I love Gizmodo. I read it daily and almost every post you guys make. Lately I've noticed a few little problems though. I really don't mean to be nitpicky at all here but it seems that the writers have been leaving out words here and there (the title of this article). I'm not professional copy editor or anything so maybe I'm wrong. Just thought you should know.
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The Lab
08/06/09

@OlYeller21: If I see a particularly egregious error, I email the author directly. Because I have a traditional journalism background, these errors bothered me too. However I learned to just let it slide as this is a different type of publishing and it just doesn't matter as long as the meaning is clear.
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Noobs-R-Us
08/06/09

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Sweet! Now where's the LX3 replacement?
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mangochutney
08/06/09

@Noobs-R-Us: This IS the LX3 replacement.
I'm excited, even though I don't necessarily need interchangeable lenses. I have the LX3 and my only grudge are the RAW files, which are not supported by Apple (which is Apple's fault).
I use this cam more often than any other camera before and love it.
I wonder how much better this GF1 can be?
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Noobs-R-Us
08/06/09

@mangochutney: R u sure? I don't think Panasonic will abandon the LX line. This is a micro 4/3 which is a different animal. I'm still anticipating a LX4-5 in the next 12 months. Hopefully, it will have a built in lenscap and their new low light backlit chip.
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ki.cz
03/31/09

In reply to Olympus E-450 Improves Slightly On E-420 Entry-Level DSLR
Come on camera makers, let's get some real filters in cameras. I don't understand how a live view + grad ND function hasn't been invented yet. You just look at the live view, apply the grad ND as you wish and the camera adjusts for the stops via selective ISO on different pixels or something. Seems like it could be possible no?
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OMG! Ponies!
03/31/09

@ki.cz: Already is in some cameras. My G10 does that for landscape shots.
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OMG! Ponies!
03/31/09

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Zuiko primes are still going for a few hundred a pop, though deals can be found on CL for used merch.
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discounteggroll
02/24/09

In reply to Olympus E-620 Entry-Level DSLR Has Swiveling Live View, Impressive Specs
heads up for a dealzmodo in case anyone is interested: Nikon D200 for $600 at best buy (add it to car to see sale price)

[www.bestbuy.com]
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discounteggroll
02/24/09

@discounteggroll:

*cart
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OMG! Ponies!
02/24/09

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Put this on the wait list. I wouldn't be surprised if, in answer to new offerings by Nikon and Canon, Olympus does what it did on the 520 and bundles it with 2 lenses.

The thing with dSLRs is you're not buying a camera; you're buying into a system. If you have a bunch of Nikon lenses, you should be buying a Nikon body. Same for Canon. You only get choice when you are buying in.

Also, Olympus uses a proprietary cable and RAW format. If you want RAW, it has to go through their (undercooked) software. The cable is less of a problem because you can put your card into the computer and charge with the external battery. But the software is a bit of a pain. Sluggish and poorly laid out.
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Scott B. Husted
02/24/09

@OMG! Ponies!:

Every manufacturer has their own proprietary RAW format. Olympus works just fine with any RAW converter that supports the camera. It's no different than Nikon, Canon, Sony, etc.
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OMG! Ponies!
02/24/09

@Scott B. Husted: I'm not slamming Oly.

I am quite happy with my E-520. It's got a good heft to it (good tech feels solid and not plastic-y), does a fine job taking pictures, gives me the option of LiveView if I want to use it (I don't - it's an SLR), and, for the price was a good value. I'm saving up for the pancake lens. Considering it's my first dSLR (and my first SLR since my old Pentax K1000), I'm very happy.

But I wouldn't abandon gear for it. If I had Nikon or Canon with all the attendant gear, I wouldn't switch for an Oly. Hopefully, more manufacturers will support 4/3.
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nickhuynh777
01/19/09

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I wonder if he can make one for my cannon G10 camera...
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1350ft.in.a.Concorde.blow*ng.up.balloons
01/19/09

@nickhuynh777: or my G9...
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e0ytk
11/18/08

In reply to Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 Review: World's First Micro Four Thirds Digicam
NOt bad for someone trying to enter the photography world I guess. Something my GF could use.

Question, why leave out Pentax all the time? I use both there older ist* DSLR and the K10 and have a multitude of telephoto, adjustable and prime lens and the K10 especially is a wonderful professional camera that I use. I am a professional photographer, shot weddings, school day and High School GRaduation photos and am completely baffled by the exclussion of Pentax? I like Nikon and Canon's don't get me wrong, I've used both but I just went with Pentax in the end for pricing and the wide range of affordable and spectacular lens. k-mounts rock, lens from the 1970's and up work on both my Pentax DSLR's they're great that way.

Anways, just a question, I had, but this Panasonic is looking nice for entry level users for sure.
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John Mahoney
11/18/08

@e0ytk: I disagree. Get your girlfriend (or any other entry level user) an entry-level Canon or Nikon (or Pentax!) DSLR with a good normal-view prime lens. You're a pro, you know how learning with solid basics is the best way to go.
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