I've just put some more images into a composite to emphasize how good the images are. You may get the impression here that they're monochrome images, but they're not. The colour is quite muted but it is present. Very nice rendition.
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12/01/13  Fujifilm X100S979
unknown Focal Length: unknown Aperture: unknown Exposure Time: unknown ISO: unknown 11/30/13  Fujifilm X100SProcessed with Nik SFX II, the best converter on the market as I write this (just my opinion of course). It gives me the look for how an image should look like, lots of detail and some contrast to it. I hate some of the files now being shown on the Internet, flat, no contrast and lacking in detail. Not to my taste at all. A monochrome file is about black and white tones and not about grey. They should have some punch to them and that means a good dose of contrast. Your opinion may differ from mine, and that's how it should be. It would be a boring world if we all liked the same things. 1132
X100S Focal Length: 23 mm Aperture: f/2.0 Exposure Time: 1/60 sec ISO: 800 11/29/13  Fujifilm X100SThe image above is a good example of what can be achieved with these files from the X100S. This can't be done with the files from many other cameras. It looks a little like an HDR file but I can assure you it isn't. I've just done a little more processing than normally but it not in any way HDR. The reason for showing you this file is because tomorrows post will show you how these files behave when treated to some monochrome conversion. I've said it before and I'll say it again, these files allow you to do a lot more with them than files from other manufacturers. I've had files fall apart when pushed a little. These files look great even when pushed a lot, like the image above. 972
X100S Focal Length: 23 mm Aperture: f/2.0 Exposure Time: 1/60 sec ISO: 640 11/28/13  Fujifilm X100SAnother example of the excellent image quality one gets from the X100S. Some have stated that the output from the original X100 is preferable and that was the camera I was going to purchase when it came out. However, when I read about the slow focusing and the quirks of using the camera I held off (unheard of for me) and waited for the the second iteration, the X100S. The image above is sharp, has great colour accuracy and it simply appeals to me. Some may not agree with me here but it reminds me a little of the Leica files that I often see. 1091
X100S Focal Length: 23 mm Aperture: f/2.0 Exposure Time: 1/60 sec ISO: 500 11/27/13  Fujifilm X100SWhat is it about this camera that I like? Well, it must be the files I see after working on them. The above image is an example of this. It certainly isn't the comfort of holding the camera or it's fast autofocus. It even misfocuses from time to time. I just like the output, it's that simple. Everytime I use it I get a feeling that I haven't got the shot I was after, every time. I've even added a thumbrest to it to try and get a little more stability into hand-holding it. It's helped but by no means is it perfect. I miss that little grip on the right hand side of the camera that fits right into your fingers. Simply put I need a grip of some sorts so I'm going to look into this when I have the time. For now though, I'm prepared to use the camera as is because I really like the files I get. 1070
X100S Focal Length: 23 mm Aperture: f/2.0 Exposure Time: 1/60 sec ISO: 640 10/11/13  Panasonic GF1 - Panasonic 14-45 f3.5-5.6This is another image taken with the GF1 and the 14-45 f3.5-5.6. This was taken not long ago from my holiday in Austria which was rained out - all week! It was about the only time that we saw a little sun and that was only through the clouds as they broke up just before sunset. 1188
DMC-GF1 Focal Length: 45 mm Aperture: f/5.6 Exposure Time: 1/13 sec ISO: 100 10/10/13  Panasonic GF1 - Panasonic 14-45 f3.5-5.6I look at this image and it has something magical for me. I hold it as one of my best images but that's just my opinion. Someone out there will probably comment that it's rubbish, but then again that's also only an opinion. This was taken with the Panasonic GF1 and the 14-45 kit lens that it came with. I still use this combination from time to time and I still hold the 14-45 as one of the best kit lenses ever made. 1325
DMC-GF1 Focal Length: 41 mm Aperture: f/5.6 Exposure Time: 1/25 sec ISO: 100 • Panasonic • GF1 • 14-45 f3.5-5.6
10/09/13  Samsung NX10 - Samsung 18-55 f3.5-5.6 OISJust posting this last image from this system as I think this is an ok image. Taken at f8 which, after taking numerous images at different apertures, seems to be the optimal aperture for this lens. Again, I can't really fault the quality of the image but it does take me longer to get to this stage than with other newer systems. My final thoughts on the Samsung system is I believe they far behind their competitors and have lost their way somewhat with the new Galaxy NX. The retail price of €1000+, I don't believe they'll sell too many. They should invest a lot in the camera AF system and get some weight into the cameras themselves. They just feel too plasicky and light. I personally will not be investing in this system, and I think the NX10 and it's lenses will not be in my inventory much longer. Maybe I can find a new home for it where it will be much more appreciated than by me at present. 1204
NX10 Focal Length: 29 mm Aperture: f/8.0 Exposure Time: 1/125 sec ISO: 200 • Samsung • NX10 • 18-55 f3.5-5.6
10/08/13  Samsung NX10 - Samsung 18-55 f3.5-5.6 OISI posted a similar image to this one a caouple of days ago, but from a different system (Nikon V1). I wanted to compare the two systems to see the differences in colours, dynamic range etc. The Nikon system, for me, is the better system, but it is newer and technology doesn't stand still. But if you're after some images for the web or small prints, then there is nothing wrong with the NX system. 1214
NX10 Focal Length: 18 mm Aperture: f/8.0 Exposure Time: 1/640 sec ISO: 200 • Samsung • NX10 • 18-55 f3.5-5.6
10/07/13  Samsung NX10 - Samsung 18-55 f3.5-5.6 OISI only took the 18-55 zoom with me on this accasion because I wanted to see what it could do. Looking at these images (at this size) the images look ok but I wouldn't want to print all that large. Looking at the prices of the Samsung lenses they are all relatively cheap and the prime lenses are very good indeed. Samsung have expanded the range and are still in the process of doing so, but I really believe the camera and it's AF lets the whole system down. They have just announced the Galaxy NX, an Android based camera, but to tell you the truth, I personally don't see any future in it. Having said that, this camera (or the NX11) would be ideal for someone looking at getting into photography but doesn't want to invest too much money at the start. The Galaxy NX is too expensive for my taste and should be avoided at present. But then, that's just my opinion. 1171
NX10 Focal Length: 30 mm Aperture: f/8.0 Exposure Time: 1/320 sec ISO: 200 • Samsung • NX10 • 18-55 f3.5-5.6
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