What's a good camera?

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I don't see this.

Some cameras are really good at certain things while some just blow up the competition and set themselves apart.

Yes, but then you pay for the difference

Perfect example is the Canon HF100 which was an amazing 1080p camera.

Then came the Canon 5Dmarkii that revolutionized the industry for amateur video.

Yes, but I assume without looking things up right now, the Canon HF is a dedicated video camera? With a fixed optical and digital zoom? So you pay a certain price for it.
The Canon 5DMK2 being a DSLR you pay for the body, then throw on whatever lens you can afford and your optical zoom becomes a variable, the variable being, whatever lens you slap on it.
Lens prices vary, obviously. So a fixed 12 optical dedicate video camera at $1500-$2500 versus a camera body that itself alone costs $2500 + your lens $$$ = a lot more.


The OP was talking about a "camera" so leaving video out of this, brands don't matter, at this point these days, it seems like a lot of cameras are on par in terms of noise levels, low light, etc.

 

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Yes, but then you pay for the difference



Yes, but I assume without looking things up right now, the Canon HF is a dedicated video camera? With a fixed optical and digital zoom? So you pay a certain price for it.
The Canon 5DMK2 being a DSLR you pay for the body, then throw on whatever lens you can afford and your optical zoom becomes a variable, the variable being, whatever lens you slap on it.
Lens prices vary, obviously. So a fixed 12 optical dedicate video camera at $1500-$2500 versus a camera body that itself alone costs $2500 + your lens $$$ = a lot more.


The OP was talking about a "camera" so leaving video out of this, brands don't matter, at this point these days, it seems like a lot of cameras are on par in terms of noise levels, low light, etc.

Thanks for your opinion but I disagree again

Even for photos only, the closest competitor for the value to the LX100 is the Sony Rx100iii/iv in the point and shoot category with a fixed lens. LX100 has better dynamic range, way better low light, larger pixels for better light and matches DSLR quality in a small almost pocketable size and its only $850 because of the large sensor, great quality and fast f1.7 lens. Then you also get all the video benifits. I think its a game changer especially if you like to have a good handle on manual controls for photos and video.

I think if you really like photography you will not be disappointed with the LX100.

My point comparing the other cameras I mentioned are game changer cameras. All shoot good photos in addition to videos. Some were more expensive and some were less expensive but all the examples set themselves apart due to amazing quality that the competition just could not touch. Canon learned their lesson and now charges a premium for amazing tech. The 5dmii was still a great value even for that price however affected the sales of their other cameras and video cameras.

LX100 is an example of a great all around camera that blows the P&S competition away and sets itself apart and gives you really nice photos and probably one of the best video quality for the money.

 

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Thanks for your opinion but I disagree again

You're entitled to disagree, this isn't a competition about who's right or wrong.

I think if you really like photography you will not be disappointed with the LX100.

Quick search points out that it's a nice camera.

However, here's someone pitting the G7 against it with what seem to be good impartial points. I've never used either camera, but his post would definitely get me thinking before a purchase.
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/56103408

My point comparing the other cameras I mentioned are game changer cameras. All shoot good photos in addition to videos. Some were more expensive and some were less expensive but all the examples set themselves apart due to amazing quality that the competition just could not touch. Canon learned their lesson and now charges a premium for amazing tech. The 5dmii was still a great value even for that price however affected the sales of their other cameras and video cameras.

You mentioned price. This was my point.

LX100 is an example of a great all around camera that blows the P&S competition away and sets itself apart and gives you really nice photos.

If you're a "pixel peeper" then yes, you'll notice things about the camera and its abilities and inabilties. But for the "average" person and their (average) eye, if you're looking at cameras in the same price range, the differences are usually minimal.


LX does look good, however, in the link above, the guy makes great points against it. lol

 

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You're entitled to disagree, this isn't a competition about who's right or wrong.


Quick search points out that it's a nice camera.

However, here's someone pitting the G7 against it with what seem to be good impartial points. I've never used either camera, but his post would definitely get me thinking before a purchase.
http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/56103408



You mentioned price. This was my point.



If you're a "pixel peeper" then yes, you'll notice things about the camera and its abilities and inabilties. But for the "average" person and their (average) eye, if you're looking at cameras in the same price range, the differences are usually minimal.


LX does look good, however, in the link above, the guy makes great points against it. lol

Yeah, I just read the post. The guy sounds like the average joe shooter. One of the cons he mentions is the autofocus. There are a lot of workarounds to this such as changing the focus type or even pulling manual focus yourself once you get familiar with the camera and still get great photos.

This one compares all 3 really well in many categories and pros and cons
http://www.trustedreviews.com/opinions/sony-rx100-iii-vs-panasonic-lx100-vs-canon-g7-x

For those looking to get serious with their photography, we recommend the Panasonic LX100. Its clear, high-quality manual controls encourage you to be a much more active participant in your photos. There are auto settings for everything, too, so you’re not forced into it. Panasonic’s implementation of the technically impressive EVF needs work, though, and it's not pocketable.
Read more at http://trustedreviews.com/opinions/...sonic-lx100-vs-canon-g7-x#CUqwKTgmc9fPuF4y.99

And its only $850 on Amazon http://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00QMP...sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=panasonic+lx100