Best Compact Camera thats NOT wide angle - Which is best?
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- In this video I compare a couple of 40(ish) mm pocketable camera options. There are hundreds more out there to choose from. I picked these because it gives a wide spread between older and newer as well as cheaper and more expensive models. We are looking at Rollei, Pentax, Ricoh, Fujifilm, Nikon and Panasonic.
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I love how how Mattias acts like Dumbledore, anything happens & 10 points to Gryffindor! (Rollei)
He is more like slithering
Nice to see the gx9 getting some love. It's a fantastic shooter. Had mine four years and it's never disappointed. 👍
I bought a GX9 for my son when I saw that he was taking a serious independent interest in photography. That was back in 2018. It is a great system.
Speaking about pocketable the Rollei is truly a gem! In 1974 I joined a glacier climbing training course and being tied up in a rope with your team members I really enjoyed to be able to take my Rollei out from my pocket to make amazing photos. My team members had their SLRs in their rucksacks and never got the chance to take a shot!
That was a Rollei 35T. Later on I bought a Rollei 35SE which is in pristine condition, with no sign of having been used. I might sell that to a person and at a price which reflect enthusiasm for this exceptional film camera.
Yes, its all about being true pocketable and always ready to fire
I had a Rollei 35 in the 70s it was and still a great camera I think I paid $125 for it new
I have a Pentax Q, purchased right after watching your first review, and it was a fantastic discovery. It is still my pocketable camera of choice when I want higher-resolution images. Ever since I've fallen in love with vintage compact digital cameras from the 2000s, I've also been having fun shooting with a Fujifilm FinePix F30 and E550, an Olympus C-40 Zoom, Sony DSC-P1, Panasonic FX9, and other less pocketable digicams like the Canon PowerShot G2 that can still deliver very nice results despite having just 4 megapixel sensors. A recent favourite is the Panasonic LX3, which I find versatile and reliable. Anyway, I've talked too much already - thanks for the great video, and happy that the Pentax Q was the winner (in the digital category)! Cheers! Rick
The Panasonic GX9 is the most underrared camera ever... and paired with the new OM System 20mm 1.4 makes a great 40mm equivalent combo!!
Also the GX85 for that matter; still using it with pleasure, especially for video.
I’ve been using a 5d classic with the 40mm pancake lens. I’m loving this combo! It actually feels very manageable to carry.
Did the mirror fall off yet?
@@unbroken1010 I have a later serial number one
Same with a Canon 6D Mk i… and the tiny EF 40mm Pancake .. very sharp !
@@eric.p.merlin3537 yeahhh, how do you like the 6D? I’ve heard good things.
Very pocketable!
The GX9 is up there for me, although I don't have a 40mm equivalent lens for it at this point, but my 50mm equivalent Summilux is amazing. Haven't used my Pentax Q in a while but it is definitely a fun camera with pretty great features considering it's size. I think it looks amazing in yellow.
I love the inclusion of the Rollei! Did you make a conscious decision to not say the word "film" in the video? The way I see it, not mentioning that it's a film camera makes the point that a camera is a camera regardless of format. I love it!
I absolutely love the inclusion of the Rollei!
Totally agree, and the Rollei really is an inspiring choice.
I was wondering if that was the only film camera. The Nikon appeared it could be, but I wasn't sure. Guess not.
I had a black Rollei 35 when I was shooting film. It was handy and well made. Only thing, if you didn't guess the distance well, the focus could be off. Also, the meter wasn't TTL so it could be off, too, though that was compensable in the darkroom
Kind of a given.
I'm using a Panasonic GX1 with the 20mm f1.7 right now as my poor man's GRiiix :) The control and handling is mostly good, and the images are lovely! This was a fun video to watch.
Heart is with Ukraine and everyone else experiencing the effects of the tragedies. It's hard to sit back and feel powerless, but you're right at least monetary donation can perhaps help a few people in some way. Certainly is the least we can do.
I dont have the 20mm 1.7 (yet) but i want to get all the 1.7 primes some day. (Also i now have a 50mm 1.7 pentax f, came today, oh boy the bokeh is jawdropping!
@@EstelonAgarwaen it’s a great lens, despite being a little sluggish and noisy. If they released an updated version with faster and quieter motor it would fly off the shelves imo
@@EstelonAgarwaen I've owned the 20mm1.7 from the start since my GX7 at 2014, I've recently bought the Sigma 16mm 1.4 and although it's so much heavier and bigger, it's a better lens overall imho :)
40 is my fav. I’d vote 100 points for Olympus 35rc. It’s small, fast to focus, all manual, shoots full frame. Most importantly, the winding chain mechanism feels so good.
Agree, Very nice camera.
Kodachrome 25, or any film stock, looked really good out of the Olympus 35RC. The lens was sharp, contrasty, and the colors were amazing. A highly capable and enjoyable camera, often overlooked.
That was fun. When I need pocketable, I use my Panasonic GF-1 with the 20mm lens. But most often grab the X-Pro 1 with the 27mm. Only fits in a pretty big pocket!
That's okay, he said "winter jacket pocket." :)
"The controversial Nikon Zfc..." hahaha, still waiting for your review, Mattias!!
First of all, another excellent video.
I have had several of these cameras, and the only one I still own is a Roller B35. I usually carry some sort of digital camera of one kind or another, but I always have the B35 with me, loaded with HP5. It weighs very little, has no battery, can be pre-set for focus and exposure, etc.
Same here. No battery needed, film always loaded.
The Rollei is by far the biggest learning curve of the lot and is 'photography' in its purest form. So if youre down for that experience, then ya definitely grab one! The experience is also extremely enjoyable once you get used to it, but a learning curve for sure. The second I saw the title I immediately gave this video a thumbs up without even watching it yet lol! I love these videos and Mattias' passion for using cameras that he actually enjoys and where portability is always a factor. Def a man after my own heart. I have actually owned the Sigma FP with the minolta 40mm f2 lens adapted (from my CLE) and it was pretty amazing and pocketable, and with that small focus throw with hyperfocal distance, it's a very impressive, Leica like experience for sure! I've been seriously considering picking one up again for DAM sure!
I repurchased a Lumix GX80 after unfortunately thinking I needed “better” and the cycle of buy and selling to upgrade kicked in. Even cheaper than the gx9 with a superb kit lens it’s a brilliant all rounder and with that 20mm on it, it’s perfect
I have a Rollei 35 with the Schneider 40mm f3.5. It's a joy to use and I've made some of my favourite images on there. It's not my go to but it's one of a kind with the shooting process, it makes me more focused on seeing the scene.
I love how the Rollei kept getting points for not needing all that extra nonsense lol. Made me want to check one out I've never heard of that camera before. Great vid.
Stellar video. The Rollei is such a fantastic camera. Fun and fast to use, beautiful and clever design, and stellar image quality with that Tessar lens.
Nice video, always a pleasure. I know you covered it before but I prefer the Fuji X-E4 although I used to shoot Panasonic and Olympus and know them for great use and quality.
first camera review that’s had me laugh out loud multiple times! THE FAVORITISM, I love it!
Thank you for another enjoyable video. I retailed the Rollei circa 1975 and, as you infer, it was a real jewel, although it catered to certain clientele in a general market dominated by Japanese mechanical SLRs, notably Nikon, Pentax, Canon, Minolta, Olympus and Konica. The Rollei's compact design and manual control were disincentives for most. The Rollei P37E slide projector, which I have, was a popular addition in that transparency film period. Given the same selection as you, I'd lean toward the Panasonic. Cheers
I also really enjoyed how you found a way to award points to the Rollei 35 in the video category. You didn’t even deduct for not having no 4K!
Exactly the video I was looking for!
Cool :)
I used to have the GX7 + 20mm f1.7, it was a kit. I liked that a lot but when I moved to the GX80 I decided the 25mm F1.7 was more my thing. Today I have the GX9. Thanks so much for giving it some airtime. The GX9 is a wonderful camera.
I loved my little Rollei 35! Kudos for stirring up memories! 👍
Cracks me up that you not only included the Rollei, but how you scored it as well. Bravo.
Love the video, Mattias!.
one of my most used combinations it's my nikon fm2 + Vöigtlander 40mm ultron, it's not "pocketeable", but a perfect size for me
GX9 is my daily driver, incredible bang for the buck. Finally got my chunky Sigma 16mm 1.4 which is as bulky as it gets but the results are mind blowing, even compared to the 20mm 1.7.
My parents had such a Rollei when I was young... so many years ago. And they got super images!
Mattias, I had been wondering why you haven’t covered many 35mm film cameras lately.
Hope you’re doing well, always nice to see your videos on here - almost a decade’s worth of camera and photography advice you’ve given us 👍🏾
Ive mostly been shooting Polaroid when shooting film and I use the same old film cameras Ive had for a long time. Dpnt feel the need to update really. The Rollei is the first in a couple of years Ive added.
@@mattiasburling I see. It would be nice to see a video on your shooting process again. 👍🏾
Hello @@mattiasburling. Excellent video again ! Could you tell us which specific film do you use for the rollei 35TE ? is it the Kodad Portra 400 ? I must agree with @pgt2002 I would be fantastic to see some new video about your process. Have you done any with film camera ? Take care
My favorite 40mm equivalent is the X-E4 + XF 27mm WR bundle I managed to find at my local shop recently. Really like it being jacket-pocketable and always with me. ....but, now I want a Rollei! :D
Great set of comparisons Mattias. Have just been thro' this exercise and went with a pre-loved Olympus EPL7 for less than £100. Terrific construction and usability with a decent sensor. Seeking the pancake zoom now and I'm ready to go on holiday for the first time in 3 years.......
I have a lot of fondness for the Pentax Q7 and 01 lens. I actually used the Q7 as my primary camera system for a few years, and it worked pretty well. Also, it's one of the few cameras with autofocus that I actually trust.
If you have a Ricoh GR (1 or 2), you might find you can put it into 35mm crop mode and then set to 4:3 aspect ratio, and the view becomes very close to that of the Q7+01. I have my GR 2 configured this way on the MY1 setting, and then all the cropping switched off on MY2.
Great video Matt! I've been thinking about the X-T30 ii with the 27mm.
Rollei gets a video point for not needing video 💪 😄 and seconds after this video ebay prices went up 😂 FYI, did a quick check for them on a second hand site here and they range from 80 to 170€. If I had to pick one I would take the Pentax because of the interchangeable lenses, built in ND on some and compactness.
Loved you included the Rollei. I adored mine but didn't use it enough. I regret selling it. Such a capable and fun camera.
im running an xpro1 with the 27mm pancake and its been a dream to use! of course i cant pocket it but the upside is that it starts a lot of conversations when its hanging off my shoulders 😁😁😁
Awesome reviews! Thank you
My pocket is already filled (partially) with a Canon G5X-II
40mm is probably my favorite focal length, real or effective. Glad to see this comparison.
When I began carrying a phone some years ago I learned why they have replaced compact cameras for most people: They don't snag on anything and there's next to no configuration needed. I'd probably lean towards the Ricoh here, and my GIII QL-17 if I can ever get it fixed.
My setup includes an Olympus omd em10 mark II + Lumix 20mm f1.7 (40mm eq) and I absolutely love it! It's my first camera
I personally prefer the GX85 over the GX9. No real specific reason, I just don't need the larger files, nor the adjustable OVF, I do like the exposure comp dial, but overall, I don't see a reason to spend the extra money. I also walk around with a GX850 and the 20mm 1.7 lens for stills. I really like the GX850 body, I just wish it had a rotating hinge on the flip screen so I could do portraits easier down low or up high, and for the top layout to just clone the LX100's with dedicated exposure comp and shutter speed dials. The same can be said for the GX85 too, give it an LX100 style top plate with the dials and I would be in love for essentially a poor man's leica. I have an E-M1 Mark ii until I see a reason to get an OM-1 for my main camera, but the smaller Panasonics are great walk around cameras. I also have a collection of different color combinations/models Pentax Q's including the Evangelion models I picked up for less all together at a pawn shop somehow than a single one usually sells for. I like the Q7 or QS-1 for the sensor upgrade, I wish they had made a brass body QS-1 as a special.
Thanks for reprising one of your musical hits!
The highlight weighted metering is really useful! I have it mapped to the front fn on my Z fc
Very interesting - as always!
Nice roundup. For hybrid shooters I’d recommend the Canon M6 mk ii with EF-M 22mm pancake. 32.5MP for photos and a lovely detailed image SOOC for video. With digital IS enabled (additional 1.1X crop on top 1.6X APSC crop) this pocketable combo offers an approximate 39mm field of view (FF equivalent).
The two cameras I think are the most overlooked are the m6ii and the gx9. That I ended up trying the gx9 was simply because there was one for sale locally. Will probably give the m6ii a go in the future.
@@mattiasburling thanks for the reply. Yes the M6ii underwhelms aspirational video spec-heads especially. I actually found its image to be very comparable to the EOS R (OG). I’d love to hear your thoughts on it some day - I think you’d enjoy it ;)
I'm a Panasonic shooter throughout, with most of the lens collection. The GX9 is a wonderful grab and go with the 20mm.
I love my trip35 never had a roll in it for longer than a couple of hours. Very quiet. Set focus to infinity love using it.
I got my Nikon Z fc yesterday and I was compelled to click on this because I to like the 40 mm focal length and the compact lenses.
Great camera, I hope you will enjoy it.
Great comparison! I’d pick the GRIIIx any day of the week 😁😁👊
I finally got the 40mm pancake for my Pentax MX. It really makes for a wonderful little package.
I’ve really being enjoying my X100 now I have it set with a Porta Recipe, I’ve also been enjoying the Acros. However, while great, something was missing, I wanted a slightly tighter field of view and better subject separation… then I stumbled across the unicorn of lenses, the very adaptable Voigtlander M mount 40mm F1.2… OK you’ll need a big pocket to buy it, but wow it’s a unique look.
Mattias, as always, great video. Of all of these cameras, the Panasonic GX9 is the only one I've shot before and I regret selling it some days. But it had to go so I could purchase the Leica CL. That said, if the GX9 were APS-C I'd buy it all over again. It's the perfect street and travel camera but I would be limited in which of my M mount lenses I could shoot with adapted to this camera. The Voigtlander Color Skopar 21mm f4 would be my only option. I don't really use autofocus lenses. Like you, I'm a zone focus guy. I'm still thinking about getting another GX9 though. I simply loved that camera.
You are old i was10 in 74
@@garybrown9719 WTF does that have to do with my comment.
always wanted to try one of the tiny MFT but my favorite 40mm is the fuji 27mm it's just magical what the X-Trans1 can do
I have to mention my Panasonic GM1 and GM5. I use them with my Pana/Leica 15/1.7, but I had the Pana 20/1,7 earlier too. If I take off the lens, they then become really pocketable.
I love my little Fuji with the pancake lens -often pocketed when others stay at home… 😃 btw I saw what you fit with the rollei….. awarding points for not having features….. kudos! 🤣👍
Thank you for this comparison. Great
I love my X70 for this purpose but would take any of the ones you mentioned here too.
I have Olympus EM10 mkII paired with the 'legenrady' Panasonic 20/1.7 pancake and I love the combo. Small enough, but not too small, IQ is fine and the pancake has very charming falloff in the corners wide open. Pretty strong but I like it so I leave it there as it adds to the character of the image.
I am currently running the x-t1 with the original 27mm pancake. Since that’s the only camera I have it’s also my favorite.
Same here, love it!
Like the props, looking forward for that video. My choice would be the x-m1. Then again currently using x100s so bit bias opinion.
Rollei is clear winner, of course :) - great video, great pictures, as always.
I prefer (original - film) Leica CL with 40mm summicron. Great (and still almost) pocketable camera!
Analog: Pentax MX with SMC FA 43mm F1.9 Limited (perhaps not pocketable, but size of Nikon Z?
Digital: Olympus E-M5 mark1 + Panasonic 20mm F1.7 was with me for a long time, great combo!
Rollei 35 getting its deserved honours. Following my new years resolution to only shoot film this year I have already used it several times lately, and it never disappoints me with its great lens. Plus it got an "exchangeable sensor" (i.e. film)! And it is truly pocketable: Still smoking? Give it up, and carry a Rollei 35 instead!
Haha.... Cool..👏... I use a GX9 and 17mm Olympus mainly for street and night shooting... Sweet combo..
I got olympus gm5, fuji xt30ii, and pentax qs1. I used to bring out all camera and shots but then ppl and friends around me always loved the result of pentax Q (pinhole, wide zoom lens). Vivid colour from penfax q with wide zoom lens is game over. Its now with me all the time for street photos.
Mattias, love the video, what are your thoughts on the Nikon zfc and will you post a review of it? Cheers.
My Canon 77d with the 24mm f2.8 stm is a stealthy combination and that little pancake lens has super image quality.
I like the to use the TT artisan 28mm on a crop sensor camera like the Canon M10 for ~45mm in a pocketable camera with a tilt screen!
Sounds nice!
I haven’t watched this yet …but I’ve been looking for videos about this yay
I'm very happy with my Fujifilm XE1 with the 27mm. I got both for under $300US.
I have to laugh because the Rollei 35 ate all the "modern" cameras lunch!
I also love that you recognized that the cost for one ranges from $5.00 to $5000.00.
I found one that wasn't working for $5.00, just to have as shelf art. Then I took it apart to see if I could free up the lens and shutter movement. The lens was slightly racked causing the shutter mechanism to be locked out. I got lucky and freed up the lens and cleaned what I could reach. It now works. I'm just learning how to use it, but so far so good. My old Canon A-1 looks over jealously....
Thanks Mattias for timely video as I recently decided to add a small, everyday camera. Due to comfort zone with Panasonic handling & menus, I've settled on GX9 which I found heavily discounted on Amazon & nice to hear your positive comments. Also thanks for your reminder about the tragedy in Ukraine. 😔
I will probably choose my Sigma fp with the tiny Voigtlander 40mm 1.4 (on my list and probably my next lens in fact) !
Olympus Trip 35. One of the most enjoyable pocketable cameras I've used.
Love the Trip and miss mine. My local store has one, might buy it.
Love the Pixel Peeping comment! 😂 so true… I’d love to get my hands on a Rollei as a compact fan (Love my Olympus 35rc). And still considering a Pentax Q. So cute and capable.
I'd like the OM-System 20mm 1.4.. though I can't say why really. Together with the EM5.3 it would be great for the outdoors.
Currently I prefer my beloved Ricoh 500G: full frame, optical viewfinder & range finder, all manual or aperture automatic, small and light with a very good lens. A little larger than my Ricoh GR iii, but still pocketable.
Thanks for this enjoying video.
Rollei 35…nuf said 👍 thanks for another great video!
For me it’s the Contax T2 hands down… however, this digital question is precisely what I’m struggling on at the moment, in search for a replacement camera. Debating between, the GRIIIx, Fuji XE4 plus 27mm, and Nikons…
I bought Lumix 20mm 1.7 after using my beloved Agfa Optima 1035. It seems nice focal length.
I love your comparisons, even though your scoring method seems like you make it up as you go along.
Nope, there is a method :)
His scoring method is super scientific.
Nope. Watched it again. Stand by what I said.
Like you the Rollei 35 is my choice. I have a 35SE and had a TE for a while.
Another in the same vein I have used a lot are the various Olympus XA models, the original being my favorite. A true rangefinder camera.
Great review as always. How does the Rollie S compare to the Rollie 35B?
I have put an end to my GAS, but this one is tempting. But I enjoy my Pentax MX and my Pentax PC35-af for film street.
I've missed my gx9 since I've sold it. It was always pared with my 14mm Panasonic.
How did you manage to dig them all up if you only own two cameras at a time?
My stills camera is the GX9 and I have been using it with the 14mm lens forever. This year I finally bought another (native) lens. And the 20mm was the most sensible option next to the Super Nokton, Laowa 6mm and Laowa 27mm 1.5 .but i did went with the 6mm to have something unique.
I think it's still a lens I need to pickup one day if it's cheap used. As it fits my size preferences.
I do have a 40mm lens which I like a lot. It's a c mount Meopta Openar. But the 20mm Meopta lenses I got all don't cover the sensor enough.
The Lumix gx80 is great. Or a pentax k10d for image quality. Honestly, any camera will do.
Sony a7c with the Konica Hexanon 40mm 1.8 adapted is a great pocketable 40mm full frame setup.
I'm a fan of my X-E3 with the 27mm 2.8 and my Canonet QL17.
Would be interesting to see how the new Voigtlander Nokton 35mm 1.2 APSC lens works on the Zfc.
So much fun to watch this again. I wonder how an SL1/2/3 with an EF-S 24mm (38mm equivalent) would have done? Fast focusing for sure, lightweight, has a (not great) optical viewfinder, kinda fits in a jacket pocket. But it has a mirror, so probably a 10 point deduction.
Mirror is definitely a plus.
For me, for film its the Olympus 35 RC. For digital its the Fuji XE3 and 27mm, though for a number of years the Pentax Q/Q10 held sway. I still look longingly at my Q10, 01 Prime and OVF and think I should be using it a lot more. The DR is not that great as it has such a small sensor, but due to its small sensor it does focus very close, the IBIS works effectively, has endless depth of field and the camera is surprisingly versatile. I also prefer the SOOC colours of the Pentax over the Fuji.,
40 to 45mm equivalent is my favourite general purpose focal length. I can't stop acquiring such lenses! Apart from the aforementioned I have accumulated 3 Voigtlander Ultron SL one each in Nikon F, Pentax K and M42, Minolta Rokkor M 40mm f2 and Rokkor MD 45mm f 2, Auto Revuenon 45mm f2.8, Pentax M 40mm f2.8, Zeiss Tessar 45mm f2.8, Canon EF 40mm f2.8. A Voigtlander 40mm f1.4 is on its way to me. For APSC there is the Kamlan 28mm f1.4, Voigtlander 28mm f2, Meike 28mm f2.8. Several Pentax 28mm and 30mm lenses get used on my KP.
Can you please recommend me a good 40-50mm lens equivalent for my Canon EF-S sl2 camera? I don't mind adapting older lenses if possible. I'm looking for some good character.
I'm curious if when you mention you own max 2 cameras at a time, do you refer to a particular type of camera?
Pocketable is usually my main preference.
Lumix g5+20mm pancake. Solid. I switched to fuji need to try that 27mm
Panasonic g9 20mm with monochrome L film simulations is fantastic…. Plus small / compact plus a large selection of affordable glass
Hmmm, Fuji last. I fancy getting an XM1 (and already have the 27mm). Are the JPGs the same as Xtrans 2 cameras or Xtrans 1?
It is a bit of an in-between camera that has the 1st sensor and 2nd processor (I think). So it probably has Xtrans 2 JPGs without the focus speed improvement the XE2 got. I couldn't use the XE1 with the 27mm (too slow), so would probably pair it with the 16-50mm most of the time, or the 18mm f2 with zone focus. But I did prefer the JPGS from the XE1.
I'm in team Olympus XA, boring 35mm but really pocketable rangefinder. For 40mm, I keep grabbing my Leica CL compact and fits in jacket pocket. For digital the XE2 with the 27mm never gets old.
What I like about the XA, it looks like crap. Cheap plastic, but it is a true rangefinder and damn sharp.
For me it's the Pentax ME and the 40mm pancake. 👌
Not quite 40mm equivalent, but I love my Canon EOS M100 with the 22mm f2 EF-m. Tiny but mighty
Me too - great combo!