In a period of relatively flat sensor development as far as Dynamic Range is concerned, IBIS is a way to increase image quality in many circumstances by enabling images to be shot at lower ISOs. Leica's focus is on increasing image quality in the M system. So IBIS may be the low hanging fruit. The question remains whether it can be fit into a form factor that is in keeping with the M esthetics.
Maybe the answer will be some kind of digital IBIS implementation similar to what has been implemented in video stabilization systems. Whatever form it takes, if it improves image quality I am interested. I know I benefit from stabilization in other systems that have it well implemented.
Stabilization is not make of break for me. Neither is a hybrid EVF for that matter. I am very happy with my user experience with the M10 and M11 series of cameras. I have a difficult time envisioning what features would improve this. I guess that is why such speculations about EVFs and Stabilization exist. However, if improvements are made that would enhance my user experience, and deliver better image quality, I am open to an upgrade. I think this is likely true of many current Leica customers. This is the challenge that Leica must meet going forward. How to improve the camera, without diminishing the M esthetic.
Ideas that I often hear:
Hybrid EVF
Stabilization
Titling rear screen
faster sensor
Higher resolution
More digital focus aids
JPEG Emulations
Computational Features
Better Communications
Accessible Operating System for third party apps
More configurable controls
In a period of relatively flat sensor development as far as Dynamic Range is concerned, IBIS is a way to increase image quality in many circumstances by enabling images to be shot at lower ISOs. Leica's focus is on increasing image quality in the M system. So IBIS may be the low hanging fruit. The question remains whether it can be fit into a form factor that is in keeping with the M esthetics.
Maybe the answer will be some kind of digital IBIS implementation similar to what has been implemented in video stabilization systems. Whatever form it takes, if it improves image quality I am interested. I know I benefit from stabilization in other systems that have it well implemented.
Stabilization is not make of break for me. Neither is a hybrid EVF for that matter. I am very happy with my user experience with the M10 and M11 series of cameras. I have a difficult time envisioning what features would improve this. I guess that is why such speculations about EVFs and Stabilization exist. However, if improvements are made that would enhance my user experience, and deliver better image quality, I am open to an upgrade. I think this is likely true of many current Leica customers. This is the challenge that Leica must meet going forward. How to improve the camera, without diminishing the M esthetic.
Ideas that I often hear:
Hybrid EVF
Stabilization
Titling rear screen
faster sensor
Higher resolution
JPEG Emulations
Computational Features
Better Communications
Accessible Operating System for third party apps
More configurable controls
In a period of relatively flat sensor development as far as Dynamic Range is concerned, IBIS is a way to increase image quality in many circumstances by enabling images to be shot at lower ISOs. Leica's focus is on increasing image quality in the M system. So IBIS may be the low hanging fruit. The question remains whether it can be fit into a form factor that is in keeping with the M esthetics.
Maybe the answer will be some kind of digital IBIS implementation similar to what has been implemented in video stabilization systems. Whatever form it takes, if it improves image quality I am interested. I know I benefit from stabilization in other systems that have it well implemented.
Stabilization is not make of break for me. Neither is a hybrid EVF for that matter. I am very happy with my user experience with the M10 and M11 series of cameras. I have a difficult time envisioning what features would improve this. I guess that is why such speculations about EVFs and Stabilization exist. However, if improvements are made that would enhance my user experience, and deliver better image quality, I am open to an upgrade. I think this is likely true of many current Leica customers. This is the challenge that Leica must meet going forward. How to improve the camera, without diminishing the M esthetic.
Dec 31, 2024 at 11:08 AM
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