L-Mount camera of the year 2025

[cascadian]

I read a few notes here and what I read decided for me. The s1.ii is a big deal, but had it come out alone it would have less effect on L in general. The s1r.ii is a strong statement that brought attention, even if the attention does not always lead to r.ii sales. Attention has value.

It feels like the 100-500mm is doing the same for L lenses.

 

[pdk42]

Do not start with Foveon. That is an open wound....

I loved the Foveon sensor until the DP Merrill compact cameras. Every model after these were not as good anymore.

I hope we will see in the future a "true" Foveon sensor again. That 3D feeling was impressive.

I’d buy a Fovean-equipped L Mount camera in a heartbeat, even if it was only APSC. I might even forgive the lack of an EVF (maybe).

 

[Miki]

I still have my Lumix LX5 which has a CCD sensor. It's in working order although I don't use it any more. Anyway, the jpeg photos it produces have a warmth and colour rendition that reminds me of Kodachrome, only better. Quite unlike modern CMOS sensors.

I bought a 5MP Leica Digilux. In the right light, and camera setting, it renders a color, and tonality, that even my modern Fuji X-trans can't much it.
And, the last Summer, I preferred to shoot with Digi 2, instead.
Of course, I'm working within camera limitations, learning the camera, and use it to my advantage.
I decided to save Digi 2 for artistic work, only.
There is that feel element in images, that Fuji-X lacks. And, I prefer images from Fuji X as opposed to those from CaNikonSon.

 

[GeorgeHudetz]

So, part of me wants to change my vote to the BF. It’s so unique that I could indeed see it bringing quite a few people to L-mount, but probably not as much as the S1II bodies.

However, if I were to expand the rules a bit, I might argue it’s the most important new body, because it’s the first time that somebody other than super-expensive LEICA is building an interchangeable mirrorless camera with a highly innovative and (hopefully) more enjoyable shooting experience. Of course, it’s much different than a Leica, but if Sigma were to follow up the BF with a BFV (big-foolish-view) which has a viewfinder, they could find themselves in the enviable position of offering a camera with an innovative, unique and exciting UI that is reasonably priced. Perhaps uncorking some pent-up demand? I know they would have my attention. It really could set the market on it's ear. And it would be on L-mount.

 

[pdk42]

So, part of me wants to change my vote to the BF. It’s so unique that I could indeed see it bringing quite a few people to L-mount, but probably not as much as the S1II bodies.

However, if I were to expand the rules a bit, I might argue it’s the most important new body, because it’s the first time that somebody other than super-expensive LEICA is building an interchangeable mirrorless camera with a highly innovative and (hopefully) more enjoyable shooting experience. Of course, it’s much different than a Leica, but if Sigma were to follow up the BF with a BFV (big-foolish-view) which has a viewfinder, they could find themselves in the enviable position of offering a camera with an innovative, unique and exciting UI that is reasonably priced. Perhaps uncorking some pent-up demand? I know they would have my attention. It really could set the market on it's ear. And it would be on L-mount.

How is the BF's UI innovative? Why is it more enjoyable?, and to what other camera are you comparing it? I'm sure the BF has some nice haptics and its metal build I'm sure gives it an upmarket feel, but better UI? I see very little wrong with the Panasonic UI.

 

[GeorgeHudetz]

How is the BF's UI innovative? Why is it more enjoyable?, and to what other camera are you comparing it? I'm sure the BF has some nice haptics and its metal build I'm sure gives it an upmarket feel, but better UI?

Have you watched any videos that cover the BF interactions? It’s clear they innovated in several areas of the UI - I don’t need to explain how. As to whether or not it’s more enjoyable to use than a typical mirrorless body, that’s clearly a personal decision.

I see very little wrong with the Panasonic UI.

Then you are set!

 

[xaviergut]

Well, 69,7% for the Lumix S1Rii...

It is so good that even Leica is preparing their own version of the camera :

New Leica SL camera model based on the Panasonic S1RII rumored to be announced next year - Leica Rumors

Leica is rumored to announce a new SL camera based on the Panasonic S1RII (44.3MP). The new SL model will be positioned between the current Leica SL3 (60MP) and the Leica SL2-S (24MP). Here is what we know so far: 44.3MP sensor (based on the Panasinic S1RII) Improved AF (better than the SL3-S)...

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