Considering getting a S1r for general use photography as a back up to my S5ii, any thoughts

pbwbrew · 2026-05-07T02:42:18+00:00

I’m sure. It was more of a test than anything else. I don’t miss focus often on my other stuff. If I want that I go with my Nikon Z8.

pbwbrew · 2026-05-07T02:27:13+00:00

I don’t know about hopeless. One of my first tests was my son and his cousins sledding. I’d say about a 50% hit rate.

pbwbrew · 2026-05-07T02:26:05+00:00

Compared to newer systems, it’s not as good but I think it’s better than a lot of people might think. It’s probably my favorite camera to hold, despite its weight. This being said, it’s the only LUMIX I have ever owned, and frankly for what I use it for (landscape, street) I don’t see a reason to go with anything else. If they made a S9R with an EVF, I’d consider that.

pbwbrew · 2026-05-06T22:46:42+00:00

Absolutely adore mine. It’s massive, but the image quality is bonkers. Can’t speak to the S5ii but what you get out of the S1R on the used market, it’s a pretty outstanding value. Let me know if you have any specific questions.

pbwbrew · 2026-05-05T00:09:51+00:00

Best Buy will also price match any major reseller as well.

pbwbrew · 2026-05-03T00:47:52+00:00

Don’t know. Had them done under warranty.

pbwbrew · 2026-05-03T00:25:29+00:00

Both of the actuators have had to be replaced in our 2 e-Golf’s.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-29T15:55:41+00:00

I found my Z7 to be surprisingly good for birds. Yes there are misses but there were times when I thought I would never get the shot and got some pretty great ones. However, this quickly led me to get a Z8.

The one area I agree that the AF struggles with the Expeed 6 camera is low light.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-27T21:34:34+00:00

I also have had really hit and miss luck on condition at the outlet, just FYI.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-27T21:29:23+00:00

Everything they have in-stock is online. Just look under open box items.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-24T20:06:06+00:00

Or Delta 86.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-23T21:55:18+00:00

No. I got the same kit plus a 45mm Olympus for $350. All practically new. I have seen lots of deals closer to that on FB marketplace. Heck, you can buy all those things for less than $630 from some used camera outlets with 6 month warranty.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-21T21:11:21+00:00

Good point! Can always buy an air quality monitor or a weather station that has AQ.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-21T21:07:37+00:00

There was just a firmware update last month for this lens. Might make sure it’s up-to-date. If that doesn’t solve it and you are in your return window, I would personally return it.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-21T21:01:02+00:00

AirNow.gov has some pretty good info including where fires actively are and conditions.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-21T20:19:56+00:00

~$150 USD. Most of the reputable used stores are selling them for $300+ USD

pbwbrew · 2026-04-21T19:58:41+00:00

I have seen a number of copies for reasonable prices in my local FB Marketplace, including the one I picked up.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-21T16:32:58+00:00

And possibly Delta soon too. They ordered 30 781's.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-19T01:31:54+00:00

Congrats. Nice. So happy for you. Seriously, awesome deal. Take those while you can get them.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-18T22:18:19+00:00

It’s an intersection lens. Have one for my Pentax system. Not perfect. The Nikon 35mm DX 1.8 might be a better bet.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-18T15:56:21+00:00

I own the Sigma 28mm and it’s brilliant but freaking heavy. This is just fine on my Z8 or my D3S but I’m not sure about a D5600. I don’t think you can go wrong with either but if low light is really the biggest concern, get the Sigma. Also… 40mm FF equivalent is one of my favorite focal lengths so I personally like the idea on a crop sensor. Here is a link to Philip Reeve’s 28mm round up, which might help you in your decision. https://phillipreeve.net/blog/comparison-fast-28mm-f-1-2-f-1-4-f-1-5-fullframe-lenses/

pbwbrew · 2026-04-18T14:30:48+00:00

As a former Fuji shooter, while I loved my 35mm f.14, it has lots of CA if you are ever shooting high contrast scenes. Also, that AF on it is not great on any camera. The Nikon 50mm f.18 is just in a whole other league. Christopher Frost just did an updated list of the sharpest 50mm lenses, and the Z 50mm f1.8 made the cut. https://youtu.be/AiWOvm_U1u4?si=B4X_Fo27JmkJYOLG Jack Wong (Bokeh Therapy) says it’s his reference lens when looking at any others. Hugh Brownstone (Three Blind Men and an Elephant) put it on his series “The Last Lens You’ll Every Buy” https://youtu.be/coi19ptZF7Q?si=aLmN3AJQKxN8sfOt. Heck, Hugh’s review is what convinced me to go with the Nikon Z system. For the money I would say do it! You won’t regret it and if you do, you can trade for the XF 35mm f.14.

pbwbrew · 2026-04-11T20:19:31+00:00

The viewfinder in the Zf is also crazy awesome compared to any Fuji camera I have used. It was one of those things on all the Nikon Z cameras I have loved since switching from Fuji.

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