Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2012/11/27
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Here's an interesting concept that may bring down the cost of lenses:
http://christopherolah.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/lensesohj.pdf
Of course, this is just an experiment that produced a low-quality prototype.
But pair 3D printing with some serious financial backing and supercomputers
working out the lens formulae, and....
Imagine a Noctilux for fifty bucks. According to Diamandis in ABUNDANCE,
the value of the freebies such as scientific calculator, GPS, digital
camera, et cetera, on a smartphone would cost over $900,000 (900 thousand
dollars) at their original prices.
-----Original Message-----
From: David Ching
Sent: Monday, November 26, 2012 7:03 PM
To: lug at leica-users.org ; john at mcmaster.co.nz
Subject: [Leica] Fuji X 100 versus Leica M9
The DXO lab rates the sensor of the X100 higher than the M9. While many will
claim that it's the user experience that counts, in terms of value for
money, one cannot dispute that given that the Fuij comes with a lens too at
a price less than a used 50mm Summicron pre-ASPH, the Fuji wins hands down.
And why should a full sensor like the RX1 be any better than a smaller
sensor, example the X100 if the final outcome of the shots are great? Maybe
the DOF may be a factor..
Again the user factor differs between these two cameras.
Personally I have used all 3 makes. As usual each has its merits and
idiosyncrasies. Enjoy them for what they are.
However should I have to make a call, I'd use my Fuji X Pro 1 with the
superb 35mm for the "rangefinder" experience and my Nikon D800E for faster
action and professional work.
Best wishes from the East,
David Ching
H.P. Tel. no.: +84 904684321 (Vietnam)
: +65 92321098 (Singapore)
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