Lumix S1R: First Impressions

#Lumix S1R #Fullframe #Photography

Lots of you have been asking my opinion on the new Lumix S1
& S1R cameras over the past few months. Well, I've got hold of one to test for the next few weeks, after which I'll be able to tell you what I think, and whether or not I'll be sticking with my G9 and Micro Four Thirds.

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[JamesPopsysPhoto]

Drone is up and running with another cable. Great success!

[Flemish_dude_]

Today I found a book called "James Popsys 2018" in my letterbox! Quickly opened the package and greedy start leafing. Hell, there's texts in too. So I quietly started reading the lyrics and looking at the pictures. Repeatedly I laughed out loud, my wife started to look at me suspiciously and finally said: I didn't know that a photo book could be so funny. Thank you James. You made my day!

[kwchalky]

Hi James! As usual I enjoyed your video. It's a bit off topic but the thing that struck me most watching it was the quality of the footage from your G9! Loved the colours. ☺ I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts about the S1, but I think that no matter how good it is (and I suspect that it will be very good) I won't be interested in getting one because I love the size/weight of the MFT system and the quality I can get from my G9 and G80 are certainly good enough for my needs. (Hope the out of date sun cream didn't let you down.)

[Relyse]

Always look forward to a Monday because of your videos. Enjoy the Faroe Islands!

[evrkm]

Got the book in the mail. Great item to have and that book wouldn't be as great as it is without your comments and your sense of humor you share. Great book, love it. Please don't stop the momentum, although this must be a lot of work, and make sure we have a 2019 edition.

[mrstring]

The book is fantastic James, thank you

[OMGaPooPooLaser]

The fully articulating screen was actually one of the many reasons I switched from Lumix (g85) to Fuji. The screen being so far off-axis from the camera made it impossible for me to frame shots properly. My brain just couldn't get used to it even after months of use, so I was never able to use the tilting screen properly.
The X-T2 incidentally has the same kind of screen the S1R does, which I am very happy with.

[michaelrobbins]

Always look forward to your Sunday videos. Another good one 👍

[michaelmeehan]

Always enjoy your videos James! I appreciate your honesty when you try out new gear. My Sony @6000 is getting rather worn out from use and I will need to buy a new body soon. As I have rather small hands I'll probably stick to a micro 4/3's because the size and weight are just so much easier for my frequent visits to the outdoors and the often long hours hiking to get the best shots. As always, thanks for being both entertaining and informative. Have a pleasant week!

[joe_ys]

i'm going to bet on sticking with micro four thirds ;-)

[joeallam]

Interesting thoughts and I too am keen to have a go with one to see how it fares for my work. I love that style tilt screen for filming outwards with the centred axis etc. But of course when filming yourself or framing with the camera backed into a wall, the flip style really shows it’s worth!

Out of date sunscreen is still mostly fine to use by the way, it just means they can no longer accurately rate its factor rating. Essentially, you’ll just have to reapply way more frequently. The trouble is knowing just how frequently… Second to that, an often overlooked rating for sunscreen is UVA star rating, rather than SPF (UVB factor) ratings. Look out for that when you buy your replacement bottle!

[stevekdigitalworx]

The countryside there is so beautiful. I'm not all that interested in the camera, but I'm gonna watch the follow up just to see the amazing shots. Thank you sir, for your content!

[KarenHRiceScott]

Looking forward to the review. I plan to get a copy of your book so thanks for the update.

[RUN-ITS-BOLOBOB]

How much? Oh hell no. Thanks, G9 is perfect for me. Besides, all new lenses that Lumix hasn’t quite created as yet. It takes time for a new camera creation to mature and find a well-funded niche. Thanks, James.

[AmadoWildlifeVideos]

A chemist boffin asked me years ago if I thought the CEOs of drug companies wore sunscreen. His guess was that they didn’t, and that slathering an oil-based concoction of noxious chemicals on your body does more harm than good. Trick is to have slow, gradual, limited exposure (dyswidt?) over a longer term and then aloe, aloe, aloe.
I love my G9, GH5, & Autel EVO.

[UnknownPerson-ptoj]

Didn't you leave full frame because of the large size and weight? Wouldn't this have the same kind of problem?

[nolannatasha]

I’m so excited that you are going to the Faroe Islands! That’s where my family is from and I go there frequently. Can’t wait to see your photos. Send me a message if you want some recommends. Have a great trip.

[JohnDrummondPhoto]

The one thing I wish my 5D Mark IV had is a flippy screen like my old 60D. It's great for low angles, holding over a crowd, or even shooting straight up at an ornate ceiling. The flip screen isn't just for vloggers.

[LonStar]

I am staying with Micro four thirds.I love my g9. It is too costly for me to change over anyway.

[oneeyedphotographer]

I was wandering around in Altona, Victoria today. Found some cricketers out in the middle of an oval, with bats and stumps and a trolly load of what I assume is balls and protective gear.

I'm thinking the outfield might have been a bit slow.