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Posts made in April, 2012

Leica SF 24D mini flash impressions – Part 1

Leica SF 24D mini flash impressions – Part 1

on 30Apr2012 in photo, reviews, thoughts | 0 comments

Leica SF 24D (Part No. 14444) is a portable flash (W66 x H109 x D41mm) in the Leica system. Many Leica users say it is not necessary to use flash on a M series camera body.  Yes in normal situations, you will never think of using flash. But what if you want to take photographs for a group of people in a room? Do you need to use a flash when the ambient environment...

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Fujifilm X10 impressions – Part 3 Final

Fujifilm X10 impressions – Part 3 Final

on 28Apr2012 in photo, reviews, thoughts | 0 comments

Fujifilm X10 is definitely a camera that can be carried around in your bags for everyday use. Below you can see some close-up views of the Fujifilm X10 taken by me to let you know how it basically looks:     full rear view   left side view at 28mm   left side view at 112mm   Exp. Comp. dial         If you would like to see the full specifications of the FujifilmX10,...

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Fujifilm X10 impressions – Part 2

Fujifilm X10 impressions – Part 2

on 26Apr2012 in photo, reviews, thoughts | 0 comments

Fujifilm X10 is not really tiny, it is slightly bigger than an ordinary point-and-shoot.  But of course when you compare it with a Canon 1D body it is interesting… Fujifilm X10 vs Canon 1D Mark III body size The optical viewfinder serves the purpose right although it does not show the in-focus point or any other information. It displays about 85 percent...

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Fujifilm X10 impressions – Part 1

Fujifilm X10 impressions – Part 1

on 23Apr2012 in photo, reviews, thoughts | 1 comment

How does the Fujifilm X10 perform? Is it a nice walk around 35mm camera? Does the retro look appeal to you? In reality, there is no perfect camera.  I have been searching a nice little camera with good image quality (possibly taken in RAW and JPEG formats) and video as a back up or a second body when making a trip overseas. All in vain. My previous point-and-shoot...

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The duel between Canon and Nikon

The duel between Canon and Nikon

on 21Apr2012 in photo, thoughts | 0 comments

The duel between Canon and Nikon has already begun: 22MP (the 5D Mark III) vs 36MP (the D800).  Which one do you choose? We know the latest entry level DSLR Nikon D3200 offers a handsome 24 megapixel sensor. If you have a craving for higher pixel like this, the just announced Samsung’s NX20 won’t let you down and catches up the other competitors fast at...

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