The X-M1 is sold as a kit with the 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 lens, which will give users a 24-75mm equivalent angle of view. We found the lens to be quite sharp in use. Like other X-Trans Fujifilm cameras the X-M1 produces relatively noise-free JPEG images even up to ISO 3200 - very good indeed for this class. It turns out images with great default color and exposure, and JPEG processing is so good that many users won't feel the need to shoot Raw.
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Although it's a step down from the X-E2, the X-M1 offers a number of features that enthusiasts will be pleased to find at this level. The twin dials are useful for anyone who wants to take control quickly over their exposure, and the tilting LCD is handy when it comes to creative high and low-angle composition and video recording. Those moving up to the X-M1 from a point-and-shoot likely won't mind the lack of viewfinder, and enthusiasts who don't consider LCD-only shooting a deal breaker will be happy with the 920k dot screen. Wi-Fi connectivity is an option in this camera, though it is limited to pushing photos to smart devices and computers. It works reliably, we just wish there was some way to control the camera remotely. 1080p HD video capture is also limited, in terms of manual capture, to aperture priority only. Straight out of camera JPEGs are good, and a versatile in-camera Raw conversion option lets you re-process files if you want to try different looks without resorting to editing on a computer. Overall the X-M1 is a solidly built, thoughtfully engineered camera with several useful features that are hard to find in this class. Enthusiasts who don't mind the loss of the viewfinder will find a lot to like in the inexpensive X-M1.
+1 for the Fujifilm X-M1 - yes, it's a cheap body (although build quality is not poor, just hasn't got that solid feel to it that more expensive cameras have), _but_ the IQ is excellent, esp. for the $. - the best thing in the context of "entry-level" is that the IQ is excellent for JPGs straight out of the camera.No fiddling with RAW, ideal for entry level, and you can also shoot RAW+JPG and redevelop images in the camera with next to no effort (e.g. push/pull, WB), again, great for entry level! 2ff7e9595c
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