Charlie wrote in post #18780821
I'm surprised about the onions, if you can get over that, you'll be rewarded with a very nice and small setup.
When shooting with the lens, I try not to think about 2.8 or perfect bokeh, because 2.8 and perfect bokeh conflict somewhat.
I don't look at noise levels at 1:1 or even 1:2, but as a whole. As long as motion blur is under control, I keep plugging away. Same with the 50.
If my family is pleased with the photos, then I simply don't think too much about technical details. I don't hesitate to use the lens indoors low light. I know for sure that 1.4 would be better, however if so many can make due with cellphone photos, I should probably make due with 2.8 FF.
Just some personal reflection I've had in the past. Better to have my camera, and in the moment shots, I feel better having much better video and photo capabilities*** (some things the phone is better at).
Having a camera on me at most times, don't think I've missed a single birthday my kids were involved in since, no regrets.
Yeah I don't really care to pick apart optical characteristics for stuff I'm trying to shoot casually with. Like you said, I'm more interested in having a camera on hand more frequently, than obsessing over things that really don't make or break a photo. Different story for more critical shooting of course, but trying not to let gear-nut mentality get in the way of documenting.
For documentary shots, I kinda like the look of f2.8 vs f1.4....at really fast apertures things take more of an ethereal look which is kind of inconsistent with trying to document things in a way that looks candid and natural.
I still think the rx1rII is the perfect documentary cam. Checks all the boxes in terms of shooting experience, minimalism, but also optical quality and performance. I sold mine off because I needed the money last year when I was out of work. If things work out in terms of taxes and bonus this year, adding the rx1rII back to my kit is a high priority.
