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p.23 #1X100VI first impressions + running commentary
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.
gear-nut wrote:
I am curious why you’re selling your X100vi @RoamingScott@?
gear-nut wrote:
I am curious why you’re selling your X100vi @RoamingScott@?
May 09, 2024 at 09:49 PM
p.23 #2X100VI first impressions + running commentary
RoamingScott wrote:
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.
gear-nut wrote
I am curious why you’re selling your X100vi @RoamingScott@@?Okay, makes sense. Good luck with the trade, you’ll love the GFX system 👍
May 10, 2024 at 07:43 AM
p.23 #3X100VI first impressions + running commentary
RoamingScott wrote:
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.
I saw your trade request...seems....odd? GFX100S+$500 for X100VI? That's like $3,500 for a $1600 camera.
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.
gear-nut wrote
I am curious why you’re selling your X100vi @RoamingScott@@?I saw your trade request...seems....odd? GFX100S+$500 for X100VI? That's like $3,500 for a $1600 camera.
May 10, 2024 at 08:25 AM
p.23 #4X100VI first impressions + running commentary
Jman13 wrote:
RoamingScott wrote
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.gear-nut wrote
I am curious why you’re selling your X100vi @RoamingScott@@@?I think it’s more like trying to find someone willing to let their GFX go for $2600 while justifying paying $2100 to get a used but confirmed good copy of the X100vi. It’s definitely a test that will end up great for Scott if it happens. Heck, he might actually have 2 X100vi’s.
May 10, 2024 at 08:33 AM
p.23 #5X100VI first impressions + running commentary
gear-nut wrote:
I saw your trade request...seems....odd? GFX100S+$500 for X100VI? That's like $3,500 for a $1600 camera.I think it’s more like trying to find someone willing to let their GFX go for $2600 while justifying paying $2100 to get a used but confirmed good copy of the X100vi. It’s definitely a test that will end up great for Scott if it happens. Heck, he might actually have 2 X100vi’s.
Yeah, X100VI + $500 for GFX100S is more in line for sure, but the post isn't worded that way.
Jman13 wrote
RoamingScott wrote
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.gear-nut wrote
I am curious why you’re selling your X100vi @RoamingScott@@@@?Yeah, X100VI + $500 for GFX100S is more in line for sure, but the post isn't worded that way.
May 10, 2024 at 08:40 AM
p.23 #6X100VI first impressions + running commentary
Jman13 wrote:
I saw your trade request...seems....odd? GFX100S+$500 for X100VI? That's like $3,500 for a $1600 camera.I think it’s more like trying to find someone willing to let their GFX go for $2600 while justifying paying $2100 to get a used but confirmed good copy of the X100vi. It’s definitely a test that will end up great for Scott if it happens. Heck, he might actually have 2 X100vi’s. Yeah, X100VI + $500 for GFX100S is more in line for sure, but the post isn't worded that way.
Actually he does say GFX 100s + $500 for his minty X100vi...
gear-nut wrote
Jman13 wrote
RoamingScott wrote
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.gear-nut wrote
I am curious why you’re selling your X100vi @RoamingScott@@@@@?Actually he does say GFX 100s + $500 for his minty X100vi...
May 10, 2024 at 08:46 AM
p.23 #7X100VI first impressions + running commentary
gear-nut wrote:
I saw your trade request...seems....odd? GFX100S+$500 for X100VI? That's like $3,500 for a $1600 camera.I think it’s more like trying to find someone willing to let their GFX go for $2600 while justifying paying $2100 to get a used but confirmed good copy of the X100vi. It’s definitely a test that will end up great for Scott if it happens. Heck, he might actually have 2 X100vi’s. Yeah, X100VI + $500 for GFX100S is more in line for sure, but the post isn't worded that way.Actually he does say GFX 100s + $500 for his minty X100vi...
Yeah, that's what I'm saying - on one side of the equation is GFX 100S and $500...on the other is his X100VI. For the trade, it should be worded "your GFX 100S for my X100VI + $500".
Jman13 wrote
gear-nut wrote
Jman13 wrote
RoamingScott wrote
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.gear-nut wrote
I am curious why you’re selling your X100vi @RoamingScott@@@@@@?Yeah, that's what I'm saying - on one side of the equation is GFX 100S and $500...on the other is his X100VI. For the trade, it should be worded "your GFX 100S for my X100VI + $500".
May 10, 2024 at 08:48 AM
p.23 #8X100VI first impressions + running commentary
Jman13 wrote:
I saw your trade request...seems....odd? GFX100S+$500 for X100VI? That's like $3,500 for a $1600 camera.I think it’s more like trying to find someone willing to let their GFX go for $2600 while justifying paying $2100 to get a used but confirmed good copy of the X100vi. It’s definitely a test that will end up great for Scott if it happens. Heck, he might actually have 2 X100vi’s. Yeah, X100VI + $500 for GFX100S is more in line for sure, but the post isn't worded that way.Actually he does say GFX 100s + $500 for his minty X100vi...Yeah, that's what I'm saying - on one side of the equation is GFX 100S and $500...on the other is his X100VI. For the trade, it should be worded "your GFX 100S for my X100VI + $500".
But he's "testing the market." Apparently, he's found some people who can read.
gear-nut wrote
Jman13 wrote
gear-nut wrote
Jman13 wrote
RoamingScott wrote
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.But he's "testing the market." Apparently, he's found some people who can read.
May 10, 2024 at 09:23 AM
p.23 #9X100VI first impressions + running commentary
Jman13 wrote:
gear-nut wrote
Jman13 wrote
gear-nut wrote
Jman13 wrote
RoamingScott wrote
I’m not selling it. I’m testing the market.If he means it your way, he’s definitely dreaming 🤣
May 10, 2024 at 09:56 AM
p.23 #10X100VI first impressions + running commentary
It's obviously my X100vi + $500, don't hurt your brains worrying about what I'm doing 
Prices are about to crater on the 100S after next week. I'll get what I want either way.
Prices are about to crater on the 100S after next week. I'll get what I want either way.
May 10, 2024 at 10:24 AM
p.23 #11X100VI first impressions + running commentary
RoamingScott wrote:
It's obviously my X100vi + $500, don't hurt your brains worrying about what I'm doing
Prices are about to crater on the 100S after next week. I'll get what I want either way.
Just giving you a hard time.
It's obviously my X100vi + $500, don't hurt your brains worrying about what I'm doing
Prices are about to crater on the 100S after next week. I'll get what I want either way.
Just giving you a hard time.
May 10, 2024 at 10:26 AM
p.23 #12X100VI first impressions + running commentary
If I could pull off someone trading their 100S and giving me $500 on top, I wouldn't turn them down!
Had an offer for the GFX 100 + $400, but don't need another Z9 sized camera
Had an offer for the GFX 100 + $400, but don't need another Z9 sized camera
May 10, 2024 at 10:28 AM
p.23 #13X100VI first impressions + running commentary
The 100s is pretty darn portable for an MF cam, the GFX 100 not so much. I could almost bring myself to travel with the 100s and in fact might try it on a trip later this summer. The lenses are of course heavy except for the 50, but I can see managing the 45-100 and 20-35 pretty easily with the 50 as a walk around option.
May 10, 2024 at 10:52 AM
p.23 #14X100VI first impressions + running commentary
gear-nut wrote:
The 100s is pretty darn portable for an MF cam, the GFX 100 not so much. I could almost bring myself to travel with the 100s and in fact might try it on a trip later this summer. The lenses are of course heavy except for the 50, but I can see managing the 45-100 and 20-35 pretty easily with the 50 as a walk around option.
Keep in mind that my expectations for a "travel" camera are likely very different than most. I currently hike with my Z9/24-120 on my chest.
It's not fun, but it gets the job done, and I don't whine about it because I made this bed
A 100S is MUCH more portable/packable in that regard for the specific use case of hiking.
The 100s is pretty darn portable for an MF cam, the GFX 100 not so much. I could almost bring myself to travel with the 100s and in fact might try it on a trip later this summer. The lenses are of course heavy except for the 50, but I can see managing the 45-100 and 20-35 pretty easily with the 50 as a walk around option.
Keep in mind that my expectations for a "travel" camera are likely very different than most. I currently hike with my Z9/24-120 on my chest.
It's not fun, but it gets the job done, and I don't whine about it because I made this bed
A 100S is MUCH more portable/packable in that regard for the specific use case of hiking.
May 10, 2024 at 11:03 AM
p.23 #15X100VI first impressions + running commentary
RoamingScott wrote:
Keep in mind that my expectations for a "travel" camera are likely very different than most. I currently hike with my Z9/24-120 on my chest.
It's not fun, but it gets the job done, and I don't whine about it because I made this bed
A 100S is MUCH more portable/packable in that regard for the specific use case of hiking.
FWIW, my travel outfit this past two years has been the Z9, 24-120, 14-30 and either the 40 or 50 prime. So I get it — and why I am considering just doing everything with the GFX 100s if the XT5 kit doesn’t suit
gear-nut wrote
The 100s is pretty darn portable for an MF cam, the GFX 100 not so much. I could almost bring myself to travel with the 100s and in fact might try it on a trip later this summer. The lenses are of course heavy except for the 50, but I can see managing the 45-100 and 20-35 pretty easily with the 50 as a walk around option.It's not fun, but it gets the job done, and I don't whine about it because I made this bed
A 100S is MUCH more portable/packable in that regard for the specific use case of hiking.
FWIW, my travel outfit this past two years has been the Z9, 24-120, 14-30 and either the 40 or 50 prime. So I get it — and why I am considering just doing everything with the GFX 100s if the XT5 kit doesn’t suit
May 11, 2024 at 10:04 PM
p.23 #16X100VI first impressions + running commentary
So, I've noticed that the Smallrig Grip doesn't quite fit perfectly. I had gotten used to the feel of the grip, and I like the finish and look overall, but I noticed it doesn't sit flush with the bottom of the camera. If you tighten the screw down, the center actually bends slightly to secure it, and the left side (when shooting) is a little higher than the right side - it's a 0.5mm difference when measuring from base to top of camera on the left side vs the center, and it's visible (measured with my micrometer). I'm quite surprised to be honest, because usually Smallrig stuff fits perfectly.
May 13, 2024 at 08:30 AM
p.23 #17X100VI first impressions + running commentary
Just got mine finally - I've previously owned the F and V; haven't had either since last year. The size and weight increase over the V is imperceptible to me; still fits in my Think Tank Mirrorless Mover 5 comfortably.
Unsure if the V had tracking AF; if so, I never used it. Seems to work well enough in my initial testing (basic focus/recompose stuff here in the office) but will see when I go shoot for real.
Unsure if the V had tracking AF; if so, I never used it. Seems to work well enough in my initial testing (basic focus/recompose stuff here in the office) but will see when I go shoot for real.
May 13, 2024 at 09:09 AM
p.23 #18X100VI first impressions + running commentary
Jman13 wrote:
So, I've noticed that the Smallrig Grip doesn't quite fit perfectly. I had gotten used to the feel of the grip, and I like the finish and look overall, but I noticed it doesn't sit flush with the bottom of the camera. If you tighten the screw down, the center actually bends slightly to secure it, and the left side (when shooting) is a little higher than the right side - it's a 0.5mm difference when measuring from base to top of camera on the left side vs the center, and it's visible (measured with my micrometer). I'm quite surprised...Show more →
Mine looks like its part of the camera - I was impressed by the quality
So, I've noticed that the Smallrig Grip doesn't quite fit perfectly. I had gotten used to the feel of the grip, and I like the finish and look overall, but I noticed it doesn't sit flush with the bottom of the camera. If you tighten the screw down, the center actually bends slightly to secure it, and the left side (when shooting) is a little higher than the right side - it's a 0.5mm difference when measuring from base to top of camera on the left side vs the center, and it's visible (measured with my micrometer). I'm quite surprised...Show more →
Mine looks like its part of the camera - I was impressed by the quality
May 13, 2024 at 09:32 AM
p.23 #19X100VI first impressions + running commentary
AZ Photo wrote:
Mine looks like its part of the camera - I was impressed by the quality
Can you take a picture from the back showing how the plate looks on the body? Mine doesn't sit completely flush - there is a gap on the left, and as you screw it in, you can see the center flex and go flush. If it's not a design issue, but rather simply a production issue with my sample, I'll just do an exchange.
Jman13 wrote
So, I've noticed that the Smallrig Grip doesn't quite fit perfectly. I had gotten used to the feel of the grip, and I like the finish and look overall, but I noticed it doesn't sit flush with the bottom of the camera. If you tighten the screw down, the center actually bends slightly to secure it, and the left side (when shooting) is a little higher than the right side - it's a 0.5mm difference when measuring from base to top of camera on the left side vs the center, and it's visible (measured with my micrometer). I'm quite surprised to be honest, because usually Smallrig stuff fits perfectly.Can you take a picture from the back showing how the plate looks on the body? Mine doesn't sit completely flush - there is a gap on the left, and as you screw it in, you can see the center flex and go flush. If it's not a design issue, but rather simply a production issue with my sample, I'll just do an exchange.
May 13, 2024 at 10:42 AM
p.23 #20X100VI first impressions + running commentary
Jman13 wrote:
Mine looks like its part of the camera - I was impressed by the qualityCan you take a picture from the back showing how the plate looks on the body? Mine doesn't sit completely flush - there is a gap on the left, and as you screw it in, you can see the center flex and go flush. If it's not a design issue, but rather simply a production issue with my sample, I'll just do an exchange.
Maybe your sensor wasn't the only part of your body that was misaligned
AZ Photo wrote
Jman13 wrote
So, I've noticed that the Smallrig Grip doesn't quite fit perfectly. I had gotten used to the feel of the grip, and I like the finish and look overall, but I noticed it doesn't sit flush with the bottom of the camera. If you tighten the screw down, the center actually bends slightly to secure it, and the left side (when shooting) is a little higher than the right side - it's a 0.5mm difference when measuring from base to top of camera on the left side vs the center, and it's visible (measured with my micrometer). I'm quite surprised to be honest, because usually Smallrig stuff fits perfectly.Maybe your sensor wasn't the only part of your body that was misaligned
May 13, 2024 at 10:43 AM