Tariq Gibran wrote:
Sebboh, the X100 is a hybrid EVF + Optical finder but is NOT a rangefinder. I suspect it might be quite a trick to have a hybrid Rangefinder with an EVF. Most of the area in the X100/ X Pro 1 where the rangefinder would normally be is occupied by the electo-optical contraption that allows for just the EVF and OVF heads up display. There would be no room for the rangefinder mechanism.
i know, i figured there is room under the finder on the m9 for the necessary bits. that\'s just my sense from looking at the camera though. i was just wondering if the hud makes the x100 any dimmer or if there\'s anything else that would hurt the rangefinder experience assuming you could fit both somewhere.
Smiert Spionam wrote:
The Leica viewfinder is among the most complicated optical and mechanical viewfinders made, so I would assume it would be a challenge. Not insurmountable, surely, but likely to be met with great skepticism by users.
it\'s not terribly complicated, just requires mechanical precision to construct. i\'ve often heard the zeiss ikon has a better finder as well.
Smiert Spionam wrote:
As much as I like new techs (love the NEX), a true optical rangefinder is a real pleasure to use. I don\'t blame the users and engineers who continue to support it.
i know it\'s just me, but i gotta disagree here. rangefinders are infuriating to use. there nice for quick manual focus for social snaps though.
Jan 31, 2012 at 04:37 PM
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