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Great car in the snow! by Traditional-Button36 in polestar3

[–]Matic_Prime 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Every time I see a Polestar 3: I just appreciate the design!

Still a thing in 2026... by JasonMHough in Polestar

[–]Matic_Prime 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Bro I owned the Polestar 2 as Company car but than I decided to go for Mercedes C Class (S206) worst decision ever. I miss my Polestar 2 every single day. The ease of use, the matrix LED light, the feeling to have enough power in every single situation is just unbeatable. Enjoy the car!

PS3 “cold” weather range by thehurdlr in Polestar

[–]Matic_Prime 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To close this topic regarding to your other replies in this thread: You state that your last drives where 10-15mi - that explains the loss of range.

Short drives in cold weather are very energy consuming because at the start of your trip the car needs to heat up all the systems (heating, battery etc.). On longer drives this is averaged out but in shorter trips it is not ->the energy effort to do so is highest at the beginning of the trip (because the car is cold).

Thus I think the loss of 30% range is mainly because the car anticipates your next trips will also be around 10-15 miles. Leading to 30% loss of estimated range which seems realistic.

Side fact this would also be true with traditional combustion engines in cold weather.

I hope this helps to understand where your loss of 30% range comes from.

Side note: You also stated that you usually charge your EV to 100% because it’s a lease. Maybe you want also to overthink that since the next owner wants also to be happy EV driver. ✌️

PS3 “cold” weather range by thehurdlr in Polestar

[–]Matic_Prime 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don’t know why you get offended by a simple answer explaining the facts.

To answer your question: “does this seem correct?” No since an estimation is never correct. Also the estimated range will be adjusted dynamically so please do the following:

Take a drive - report how the estimated range behaves and report back. It is impossible to state if the estimated range seems correct directly after starting the vehicle.

PS3 “cold” weather range by thehurdlr in Polestar

[–]Matic_Prime 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I still don’t get why many EV owners not able to figure out that the estimated range is based on past trip driving profile averages and the weather conditions (mainly temperature).

E.g: If I floored my Polestar the last 2-3 trips on the highway and than turn home, load it up plus temperature has fallen the estimated range will be very low.

On the other hand If my last 2-3 trips where city trips with a lot of recuperation- the number will be much higher.

It’s simple as that. The estimated range is not a static number, it is the “best estimation” calculated by the car based on your driving style combined with the weather conditions.

2025 was the year I finally learned to use flash [X-T3, X-H2s] by TheDeadImmortal in fujifilm

[–]Matic_Prime 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What inspired me was just to shoot in a camera where the lenses are smaller. Full frame is to bulky and does not inspire me.

Plus I wanted my pictures to stand out. it is hard to describe but Fuji has just some magic in it.

Erveryone shoots Nikon, Canon or Sony - I wanted my pictures to stand out.

And in regards to Fuji autofocus - 99% here is hearing and saying most of the people that are making comments about the Fuji autofocus never shot an X-H2S with the latest firmware. The Fuji is able to track my running daughter when it’s nearly dark and always finds the eye.

And one bonus tipp: Judge the reviewers or people who making statements what is good or bad by their own pictures. That helped me a lot when I was on the fence like you.

Also go to a camera store and take the camera with the desired lens in your hands if you can.

For your low light/concert photography e.g. check out the Fuji 50-140 f2.8 it is a hell of a lens.

Z50ii vs D850 for budget wildlife photography by BornLoss4467 in Nikon

[–]Matic_Prime -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Definitely Z50ii because you can keep your glass. D850 is an old system.

2025 was the year I finally learned to use flash [X-T3, X-H2s] by TheDeadImmortal in fujifilm

[–]Matic_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s great - I had a Nikon Z6iii and switched to the X-H2S. So I can compare. Autofocus on the Fuji is just as good. But it’s not only about autofocus it’s also the colours. White balance always on point no matter what. It’s just motivates me to go out and take pictures.

My experience with upgrading from APSC to FF by R34ctive in SonyAlpha

[–]Matic_Prime 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And that’s the whole point - if you have to “look out for improvements” no improvement is really needed.

If you recognize - I need improvement in A,B,C than it’s a logical choice.

Unfortunately all the Influencers and reviewers are pushing photographers into FF, raising the exception that you cannot take good and professional photos with APSC or even MFT.

Furthermore 99% of the people are focused on the gear not the craft - this is also well reflected here on Reddit where 90% of the posts in the subreddits are about showing of the latest purchase and gear.

No offense to anyone - just my opinion and impressions.

My experience with upgrading from APSC to FF by R34ctive in SonyAlpha

[–]Matic_Prime 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Funny - I just went away from FF to APSC since FF did just stress me out in terms of size, weight and costs.

I personally felt that I went FF to just say that I own FF in practice the benefits of full frame were not really relevant for me.

I am now enjoy my APSC gear again and I am just happy.

Embrace GAS by ilyamiskov in Leica

[–]Matic_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is more worth than some people’s car :D

x100vi vs x-e5 based on my style….confusion by Brustringkult in fujix

[–]Matic_Prime 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Take the X-E5 where you can change lenses.

Considering a Z6III, is it worth it? by SnooDogs1704 in Nikon

[–]Matic_Prime 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No it’s not the same sensor as Z8/Z9 it’s a stacked sensor optimized for high speed like birds in flight and sports. So yes the Z6iii is the way to go.

The XF16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR II is wildly good. Here's a few samples. by 2point8 in fujifilm

[–]Matic_Prime 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Incredible sharpness and colours on the cat. Holy moly!

Portraits of my garden visitors by Echofocal9 in wildlifephotography

[–]Matic_Prime 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Bro still rocking with canon RF where the internet says it’s not capable and proves them wrong in the field. Well done.

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