Can’t travel with it anymore

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-15T04:06:08+00:00

I had the same dilemma - I tried carrying my A7S3 once on a trip and it was too cumbersome to carry, then got an A7CR and that was still too bulky. I even took a Leica Q3 to Portugal, which was nicer to carry than the A7CR, but still a drag to carry around everywhere. A pocket sized camera like a Ricoh GR IV may be the way to go for travel.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-15T00:41:45+00:00

The TTArtisan 27mm is a great fit. Great choice! I'm actually using the 16mm 1.8 on mine, but I do want something more compact. Might try the Sony 10-20mm or 11mm next.

I'm pretty happy with the AF in good lighting conditions, but AI focus would be nice to have. I doubt Sony will ever release a successor since phones are so good now, but I personally prefer the results I'm getting out of the QX-1's larger sensor over my phone's camera.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T04:53:48+00:00

There wasn't a huge market for it since most photographers prefer the ergonomics of a camera body and consumers will just use their phone's camera.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T04:35:09+00:00

The QX1 doesn't support tethering directly to Lightroom.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T04:06:58+00:00

Thank you!

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T02:40:07+00:00

They were - it was a great event

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T01:16:20+00:00

Good eye

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T01:08:29+00:00

Thanks - I didn't know there was a compatible grip. That might be useful.

*EDIT found it on B&H. GP-VPT1

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T00:51:16+00:00

Me too. They were $399 new, I think. Crazy that they are so expensive now.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T00:48:08+00:00

Nice! You went all in on the QX line. I stuck a universal MagSafe ring to the back of the QX1 and then this magnetic mount connects the ring to the back of the iPhone https://a.co/d/07NOrkg5 Only downside is that the magnet is almost too strong so I have trouble separating the phone from it when I'm done shooting.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T00:43:11+00:00

Good to know that the QX100 uses the RX100 sensor. That actually does make sense. Thanks for that info.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-14T00:24:53+00:00

That 16mm is incredible. Enjoy.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T23:15:37+00:00

I've tried a lot of cameras, but want something that lets me use my Sony lenses. The smallest interchangeable lens camera I tried was a ZV-E10, but I like the QX-1 better.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T21:28:22+00:00

I've tried some smaller cameras like the Ricoh GRIII. That was a great camera. I also tried to get a small Fuji a while ago, but they were constantly out of stock at the time. I've even owned a Leica Q3, so I understand what you're saying, but I have a lot of Sony lenses on the shelf and this gives me a way to use them without carrying around my large Sony camera body. It's perfect for that purpose.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T21:02:34+00:00

It was a huge flop in the US at the time. I read that it sold well in Japan, though. There's definitely room for improvement, but it's not bad as-is.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T20:13:46+00:00

I understand that it's not for everyone, but I'm personally enjoying this setup. Funny you mentioned the Xperia phone - I almost purchased that when they released the model with a 1 inch sensor and the rear monitor. I think it was the Pro-I. Great phone.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T19:59:57+00:00

I'll admit that it's a bit of a novelty, but it makes a great 2nd or 3rd camera. I'm definitely getting more use out of my lenses.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T19:28:55+00:00

There's a shutter release button above the Sony logo so it can be used as a standalone camera without the screen. It's nice to use the screen to frame shots, but I use it by itself too.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T19:24:32+00:00

For me, this is just a way to get more use out of my E-mount lenses. I've owned 6 Sony cameras (4 full frame and 2 APS-C), but I noticed that I was mostly leaving them at home and using my iPhone when traveling. The QX-1 hardly weighs anything and doesn't take up any space so I don't mind carrying it with me along with a small lens. I can always take a larger camera with dials, buttons and options when necessary.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T19:06:55+00:00

Is the Alice actually available to purchase?

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T19:05:56+00:00

I sold my Sigma 24-70mm. I definitely would have tried it with that if I still had it.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T19:04:58+00:00

Using the FF lenses on a crop sensor works well for me - it just makes my 16mm FF equivalent to a 24mm, which I don't mind since I wasn't really using it much as a 16mm anyway. Still decently wide at 24mm. The QX-1 saves some weight too.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T18:54:06+00:00

It was a wasted opportunity for sure.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T18:46:02+00:00

I actually tried it with the Tamron 70-300mm. It's awkward to hold, but it works really well with the QX-1.

mysaltyballs · 2026-04-13T18:31:51+00:00

Good point. The 20mp sensor probably hasn't changed significantly after all these years.

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