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Mine too is suffering from similar problems but also I have reset it back to 'factory' specs and it still is happening. I can get it to work by removing and reinserting the battery and doing similar with a lens but then the screen goes black but shows the settings in the bar display at the...

Thanks for sharing your opinions.

Hi, Is the now 'old' RX1R a good used buy compared to other similar full frame compacts / I currently use a Pen-F with various lenses and wondered if the extra pixels would make a real difference, I don't mind the fixed lens as I feel it would provide me with a different way of looking and being...

Hi Ray, Thanks for this update, I can wait a while as i hope the cost of a G7X will drop again and become more affordable. I'd like to see / read a comparison test between the Canon and the Fuji X30 . Has anyone done this on any websites you know of ?

Hi Ray, Thanks for your honest views on this camera. it is one I've personally been waiting for to arrive on the market as the RX100 seems to have dominated this group but from all the reviews I've read about it from owners & users it seems to lack 'soul' and was not as well thought out as it...

Hi, I too have this dilemma, I have an EPL-1 Twin lens Zoom kit and am seriously considering an upgrade to either a Stylus 1 ,or something similar, maybe an RX100 (?) to be my everyday camera or going to a more recent m4/3rds model, Oly or Panny ( even pre-owned )? I'm limited to a budget...

Great images Andy ! I think this is one amazing little camera and very much overlooked by many especially in the reviews I've seen & read about it. However if you look at the very comprehensive and full test / review done by the Imaging Resource you'll learn just how very capable it is. it's on...

Hi, Stunning photos ! What adapter did you use to connect the Nikkor lens onto your GF1 ? I'm interested as I'd like to consider using 'older' lenses on my G3 as they are more affordable than new Panasonic ones ! Many thanks.

There are also reviews / initial impressions at imaging-resource.com & dpnow.com if you are interested as this is yet another contender in the ever increasing ranks of 'serious' compact cameras to think about , especially as Christmas is fast approaching ;) More G.A.S problems to mull...

Thanks everyone, I'm hoping to try out an XF1 tomorrow, if there are any in stock as none of the local branches of Currys /PCWorld seem to have any ! Doh ! How can you try out any camera to see if you like its handling if there's none about ?

Can't blame you for being tempted....I am at this price too ! However I have some GAS choices to make, an XF1 or an more expensive ( & better camera ? ) XQ1, available soon here in the UK, or a LF1...or a GM1 to compliment my micro 4/3rds equipment ?????????? Too many choices! :confused...

From the photos posted so far this seems to be a great little camera for everyday use. Is it better overall than the Sony HX20V or the previous TZ30 / 35 ? The touchscreen & other features might just swing the balance Panny's way.......I'm not concerned about WiFi / NFC, GPS or video...

Hi Ghosthunter, How is your TZ40 working out ? I'm looking for a new-ish 'carry-everywhere' camera & so far its between the TZ30 / 35 / 40 & the Sony HX20V & maybe a Casio Exilim EX ZR 800. Can you lets us have your thoughts on the TZ40 & if it fits the spec for an 'everyday' camera...

Hi Guys, I'm impressed by the OOC image from the HX20V you got, would you say it was a good 'everyday' camera & better than the HX30V ? Thanks.

Hi, I'm looking for a long reach zoom compact travel type camera & noticed the Exilim ZR 1000, 800 & 700 all have DNG RAW format along with JPEG.:eek: Are there any good reviews of these Exilim cameras to read up on to help me decide on which travel compact to try out beside the 'other'...

Hi Ghosthunter, You're a lucky guy being able to play with this new model, even though you're at work ! Just ask them if you can 'borrow' one for an extended test drive..........say about a month or so.....that should find out what it's really like to use ! If you can't manage this then I offer...

Hi everyone, Looks like it could be the best micro 4/3rds yet. Would be good to have a comparison test against the OMD-E5, using the same lenses to really see how they compare. I hope the cost will drop to a more affordable level here in the UK, when its newness has worn off, so I might be...

Hi HeatherThevet, I found this out when I went to a recent open air Blondie concert @ Thetford Forest. The prompters had printed on our tickets & also on their website that no ILC type cameras would be allowed into the gig, with big warning notices prominent on the entrance approaches as a...

Thanks for your input so far. My possible list is : Sony HX50, Fuji F900EXR, Panasonic TZ 35/ TZ40, Samsung WB800F..............so far as each of these has its' own merits I'd like to test the Sony RX100 as reports & owner feedback is very positive for this camera, its' zoom reach is the...

Hi everyone, I'm considering buying either new or pre-owned, pocket-able compact zoom camera for use on holidays & also at concerts now that CSCs or ILCs have been 'banned' here in the UK at gigs, by the promoters and as an 'everyday' camera to take with me all the time. What do people...

I'm seriously thinking about a Pentax Q or Q10, depending on cost as my camera to take everywhere as the reviews here have made me look at it in a fresh way.:wink: I found a new/ unused Q for £200 but a new Q10 was £370 ,both with the kit lens. Is the Q10 that much better ?:confused...

Another big 'thanks' Ray from me ! Very good review and write-up that conveys just how these work in everyday situations. I keep looking for a newer / current compact, but at the moment my 'pre-owned' LX5 suits me ok for the use I put it to. Thanks again for your time to do this...

Hi, I bought a used LX5 with the EVF and the wide angle conversion lens and adapter and even though I haven't use it much yet it is just a great little camera, the one I'll take everywhere with me, instead of a big DSLR which I sold to buy the LX5, even got some money back on the Canon 400D kit...

It will be interesting to see if the price here in the UK drops to the equivalent of that in the USA. Maybe Panasonic can't make up their mind about what to do next since the RX100 appeared on the market and has has an impact on advanced compact cameras generally. The lower price seems to...

Update, Collected my trade-in / part-exch deal yesterday and I'm very pleased with my decision . Can't wait to try the little LX5 out, once I've learned more about how it works, to get the best from it. Can anyone reccomend a suitable case for it, not just the genuine Panasonic accessory...

Hello again. Thanks for all your input, and ,yes I'm going to accept this deal offer. Is the Photographer's Guide To The LX5, by Alexander S White worth getting to learn more about how this camera works, its quirks etc. ?

Thanks for your comments, The 400D trade also includes the std kit lens and a 70-300mm Sigma plus the BGE3 battery grip I bought together in 2006 ( ??? ). I'm seriously interested in an advanced features compact, for carrying with me at all times, as I don't use my Canon kit that much now, too...

Hi everyone, Just been offered a part exch deal ( no extra cash from me needed ) on my 400D for a nearly new LX5 with the EVF and the wide angle conversion lens and its required mount plus a 52mm circular polariser . Should I take it :confused: Thanks in anticipation.

Hi there sprinke, can you tell me if it is possible to use an add-on filter ( eg; neutral density grad or soft and a circular polarising filter ) on the LX7 using the lens / filter thread and what size it is. Thanks in appreciation.

Just got some info from Nikon UK's customer service dept, The filter thread is 40.5mm dia, and the P7700 can use both infra-red ( ML-L3 ) and wired remote shutter releases ( MC-DC2) both of which are Nikon accessories. Hope this helps anyone interested.

Now there is also a review over at photography blog, if anyone is interested.

Hi everyone, Yes, the XZ2 looks interesting and is on my list to compare with ; Fuji X10, Fuji XF1, Nikon P7700, Panasonic LX7, Samsung EX2F, Sony RX100. Would be great to have a side-by-side 'mega- test' review of all of these as no single retailer will stock this full range to allow a...

Great photo, you should be proud of your creativity. I'm still deliberating over an LX7 or something else......I'd like to see the Fuji XF1 and the Olympus XZ2 before I make my final choice, however the Fuji X10 also is on my list ! Too many choices ! Lastly does the LX7 have a filter thread...

Thanks for this info, so a 40.0mm threaded adapter ring works ok on the X10s' 39.5mm size lens thread, despite the 0.5mm size difference. I'll look around for these here in the UK, or the JJC / Fuji lens hood to be able to use a 52mm diameter filter mounting ring from Cokin or similar.

Hi, Can any X10 owners help me out with a question about fitting additional filters to an X10. Does the X10 have a lens filter thread ( can't find any info on this so far ) if so what size is it, if not, what is the best way to mount optical filters, eg; NDs, Grads ( P size, 84mm) and...

Hi bartjeej, thanks for that info, what size is the adapter ?

Hi, I'm also considering the EX2F, amongst several others..... Thanks for your input & opinions , does the EX2F have the facility to use a wired or Infra Red remote shutter release ? Also does the lens have a screw thread fitting to be able to add extra lens filters, via a threaded adapter...

This is another camera that I would consider buying, from the specs it looks to be very well equipped and with a screw thread on the lens to enable fitting of filters, so no need for an adaptor, like some other cameras in this group. I can't wait to find local UK retailer who will stock the...

Hi to everyone here, I have some questions that will help me decide on my choice of 'serious compact', so all you RX100 owners here can you answer me these questions, please, Is there a 3rd party battery charger available to buy now, if so who makes it & how much does it cost ? Can you buy...

Hi, You've raised a query I had about mounting filters, Circular Polarising & NDs to the RX100, but it seems my question has been answered now, however as I live in the UK no one stocks Carryspeed or the glue-on Lensmate, so if I do buy a Sony RX I'll have to see what I can rig up or adapt...

Hi, How well it actually handles when taking a photograph, and how easy or difficult it is to alter key settings to get the photo that you, the user want to capture. Do you have to delve through far too many menu options to get to the vital settings you want to alter or can these be accessed...

Seems like the battle for top spot in serious compacts is getting hotter now with these new releases ! Hope the availability of the new models will be reasonable in order to actually get my own hands-on opinion of them all before I pick my best option for me and part with my hard earned cash.

How can you tell its good or bad as it has'nt been released yet......or just pre-judging it from the leaked info ? Would'nt it be preferable to actually try one out, then comment and decide if you like it or not ?

Many thanks for this info, it will help me decide further, when I actually get my hands on one, somewhere........ no local dealer/ retail outlets close to my home, so its difficult to actually try one out, even as a brief in-store test !

Hi again, When you say that an adaptor is needed, what type do you mean, a threaded adaptor or a glue-on type ? And who makes either of these ? Also, is the LX7 able to be used with a wired remote release, like my G3 & GX1 ?

Hi Andy, Thanks for your input on the LX7. I'm also considering this camera as a replacement for my Canon 400D and kit, but I'd like to ask you some questions about it, as you've got one ! What battery types does it use, is it an existing Panasonic battery pack or a fresh unit for the LX7...

Thanks to everyone who has replied so far and I'll be sure to check out what is available both used and new.

Hi, Did'nt really know where to place this post, so here goes, hopefully this is the place, if not I'm sure it will be moved :rolleyes: As I'm on a limited budget ( nothing up to £250 max ) what would be good 'used/ pre-owned' serious compact cameras to put on my list to consider and look...

Yes, The OMD does seem to have many desireable features, and it to is on my 'wish list' but the price puts it out of the question for me. I'd love to try one out for a few days to see how I got on with it and then decide if it was really the best for my personal style and use. Pity...

Hello again, Thanks for all your 'welcomes' too. I actually won the twin lens EPL-1 kit some time back, and I like the art filters it has, but the handling is not as good,to much menu delving for my style of use,and remote release not possible . The G3 & GX1 seem to work better for me, but...