Where are the best Q prices with a lens ?

**jpzk** · 11-07-2012, 07:31 PM

Originally posted by barondla

You will enjoy it jpzk. It is a great camera. Stand guard by the door.

thanks
barondla

Hopefully, this Q will not be one disappointment.
I have been searching for a compact cam for quite some time and finally, after much pondering, I decided to give this Q a go.
Only thing is that I still would like a VF.

There seem to be quite a few out there but what would work with both the prime (01) and the zoom lenses?

Anyway, it should be here in a few days ... already shipped from Toronto.

Cheers.

JP

**jpzk** · 11-07-2012, 07:36 PM

Originally posted by Rupert

I keep finding myself interested in the Q.....although I am a rabid fan of my little X10, and love the OVF in the bright Texas sun. However, just being honest in my usage, I would say that 98% of my shots are with the LCD and not the OVF. Those 2% might make a difference if you shoot a lot of landscapes, or maybe not, but after a year of using the X10, I think the lack of an OVF on the Q is no longer a reason for me not to have one.
Not saying I will...but I sure might! It's a neat looking little camera, and from what I see in samples, quite capable.

Regards!

I don't know: this seems to be a "me-only" thing about wanting a viewfinder for that Q I have just ordered.

Well, time will tell how I do with focusing this litlle camera at arms length!

I will also have to swallow my own words when I say: "look at this guy/gal focusing this camera like that !"

JP

Rupert · 11-07-2012, 07:36 PM

The OVF on the X10 is very good, and easy enough to use in most any conditions, but only necessary in the bright sunshine...and I seldom use the X10 in the bright sunshine.

Here is a case where the OVF came in very handy, the LCD was worthless with the bright sunshine at my back.
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BTW- My Bigma would be great for Squirrel shooting on the Q!

Regards!

**barondla** · 11-08-2012, 07:15 AM

Nice image Rupert. Yes, your bigma would be nice for the squirrels. What is taking you so long to get a Q?
thanks
barondla

Docrwm · 11-08-2012, 01:06 PM

The Q is a lot of fun. Turning my 85/1.4 into a 467.5 equivalent lens is a real hoot! I havent had a clear day to try my K300/4 on it yet

1650mm equivalent - Wow!

**jpzk** · 11-08-2012, 07:04 PM

Originally posted by Docrwm

The Q is a lot of fun. Turning my 85/1.4 into a 467.5 equivalent lens is a real hoot! I havent had a clear day to try my K300/4 on it yet

1650mm equivalent - Wow!

You seem to be enjoying this Q, I gather ?

And speaking of a 85/1.4 lens ... this will be an interesting camera to try my Zeiss 85/1.4 on. (When I get an adapter, that is).

I have been having some "focus shift" issue with this lens wide open (a well known "problem") and apparently there are ways around that. Hopefully, the Q will help. We shall see.

Cheers.

Jp

Docrwm · 11-08-2012, 08:16 PM

Originally posted by jpzk

You seem to be enjoying this Q, I gather ?

And speaking of a 85/1.4 lens ... this will be an interesting camera to try my Zeiss 85/1.4 on. (When I get an adapter, that is).

I have been having some "focus shift" issue with this lens wide open (a well known "problem") and apparently there are ways around that. Hopefully, the Q will help. We shall see.

Cheers.

Jp

Yes, I've played with it more in unusual ways than either my K-x or K-5. I was working on some wiring under the desk with a headlamp on last evening and realized that it is one with a red option. Interesting pics with the Q in the dark with a red headlamp as the sole source of illumination.

**crewl1** · 11-08-2012, 09:08 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Docrwm

Yes, I've played with it more in unusual ways than either my K-x or K-5.

Aaaaand - he's hooked !

ndjedinak · 11-15-2012, 07:31 AM

Originally posted by Rupert

The OVF on the X10 is very good, and easy enough to use in most any conditions, but only necessary in the bright sunshine...and I seldom use the X10 in the bright sunshine.

Here is a case where the OVF came in very handy, the LCD was worthless with the bright sunshine at my back.
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BTW- My Bigma would be great for Squirrel shooting on the Q!

Regards!

Just buy an OVF and stick it on top. Shoot like a rangefinder

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11-07-2012, 07:31 PM	#31
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251 Original Poster	Originally posted by barondla You will enjoy it jpzk. It is a great camera. Stand guard by the door. thanks barondla Hopefully, this Q will not be one disappointment. I have been searching for a compact cam for quite some time and finally, after much pondering, I decided to give this Q a go. Only thing is that I still would like a VF. There seem to be quite a few out there but what would work with both the prime (01) and the zoom lenses? Anyway, it should be here in a few days ... already shipped from Toronto. Cheers. JP

11-07-2012, 07:36 PM	#32
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251 Original Poster	Originally posted by Rupert I keep finding myself interested in the Q.....although I am a rabid fan of my little X10, and love the OVF in the bright Texas sun. However, just being honest in my usage, I would say that 98% of my shots are with the LCD and not the OVF. Those 2% might make a difference if you shoot a lot of landscapes, or maybe not, but after a year of using the X10, I think the lack of an OVF on the Q is no longer a reason for me not to have one. Not saying I will...but I sure might! It's a neat looking little camera, and from what I see in samples, quite capable. Regards! I don't know: this seems to be a "me-only" thing about wanting a viewfinder for that Q I have just ordered. Well, time will tell how I do with focusing this litlle camera at arms length! I will also have to swallow my own words when I say: "look at this guy/gal focusing this camera like that !" JP

11-07-2012, 07:36 PM	#33
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123	The OVF on the X10 is very good, and easy enough to use in most any conditions, but only necessary in the bright sunshine...and I seldom use the X10 in the bright sunshine. Here is a case where the OVF came in very handy, the LCD was worthless with the bright sunshine at my back. [IMG] [/IMG] BTW- My Bigma would be great for Squirrel shooting on the Q! Regards!

11-08-2012, 07:15 AM	#34
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,714	Nice image Rupert. Yes, your bigma would be nice for the squirrels. What is taking you so long to get a Q? thanks barondla

11-08-2012, 01:06 PM	#35
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	The Q is a lot of fun. Turning my 85/1.4 into a 467.5 equivalent lens is a real hoot! I havent had a clear day to try my K300/4 on it yet 1650mm equivalent - Wow!

11-08-2012, 07:04 PM	#36
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251 Original Poster	Originally posted by Docrwm The Q is a lot of fun. Turning my 85/1.4 into a 467.5 equivalent lens is a real hoot! I havent had a clear day to try my K300/4 on it yet 1650mm equivalent - Wow! You seem to be enjoying this Q, I gather ? And speaking of a 85/1.4 lens ... this will be an interesting camera to try my Zeiss 85/1.4 on. (When I get an adapter, that is). I have been having some "focus shift" issue with this lens wide open (a well known "problem") and apparently there are ways around that. Hopefully, the Q will help. We shall see. Cheers. Jp

11-08-2012, 08:16 PM	#37
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by jpzk You seem to be enjoying this Q, I gather ? And speaking of a 85/1.4 lens ... this will be an interesting camera to try my Zeiss 85/1.4 on. (When I get an adapter, that is). I have been having some "focus shift" issue with this lens wide open (a well known "problem") and apparently there are ways around that. Hopefully, the Q will help. We shall see. Cheers. Jp Yes, I've played with it more in unusual ways than either my K-x or K-5. I was working on some wiring under the desk with a headlamp on last evening and realized that it is one with a red option. Interesting pics with the Q in the dark with a red headlamp as the sole source of illumination.

11-08-2012, 09:08 PM - 1 Like	#38
crewl1 Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 9,807	Originally posted by Docrwm Yes, I've played with it more in unusual ways than either my K-x or K-5. Aaaaand - he's hooked !

11-15-2012, 07:31 AM	#39
ndjedinak Senior Member Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 186	Originally posted by Rupert The OVF on the X10 is very good, and easy enough to use in most any conditions, but only necessary in the bright sunshine...and I seldom use the X10 in the bright sunshine. Here is a case where the OVF came in very handy, the LCD was worthless with the bright sunshine at my back. [/url] [/IMG] BTW- My Bigma would be great for Squirrel shooting on the Q! Regards! Just buy an OVF and stick it on top. Shoot like a rangefinder