Trading GL2 for XL1 at DVinfo.net

Kevin Galliford · August 9th, 2004, 09:23 AM

Is it worth Trading my GL2 for a Xl1? Let me know!
I really Love my GL2, but woudl love an XL1, But I wonder if I should just wait and get a new XL2?

Rob Lohman · August 9th, 2004, 09:28 AM

Wat is going on Kevin?

http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthrea...threadid=29538

Kevin Galliford · August 9th, 2004, 09:35 AM

What do you mean, Im confused? Just looking for anyones oppinion if I should trade my GL2 for a XL1.

Ken Tanaka · August 9th, 2004, 10:02 AM

<<<-- Originally posted by Kevin Galliford : Is it worth Trading my GL2 for a Xl1? -->>>

Define "worth". How are you measuring it?

Rob Lohman · August 9th, 2004, 10:06 AM

My appologies to you Kevin, I had a couple of names switched.
Sorry!

Kevin Galliford · August 9th, 2004, 10:15 AM

Worth = Is the picture quality better or wors than the gl2. Does it have Fraeme mode? I just like the XL b/c its bigger and you can mount it on your shoulder. And there are more accessories for it. ANy bad things about getting a used XL1

Ken Tanaka · August 9th, 2004, 10:38 AM

Worth = Is the picture quality better or wors than the gl2.
About the same. GL2 is a little sharper and perhaps a bit more neutral by default.

Does it have Fraeme mode?
Yes, an XL1 features "frame mode".

I just like the XL b/c its bigger and you can mount it on your shoulder.
Ah, now we're getting to the real issue, eh? It looks cooler! <g> An XL1 really does not rest on your shoulder like a professional camera; it rests primarily on your right arm, and sometimes heavily.

And there are more accessories for it.
These are mainly lenses and the FU-1000 b&w viewfinder.

ANy bad things about getting a used XL1.
It's used.

Kevin, I really don't mean to be provocative but you have not answered my question. That is, -why- do you want the XL1? What do you shoot that cannot be shot just as well with the GL2? Your response suggested that this may be a bit impulsive.

Don't misinterpret me. I have an XL1s myself. It's a wonderful camera. But for casual shooting and glorified home movies (which, let's face it, represents the mainstream) the GL2 is a better choice due to it's size and weight.

Thomas Gay · August 15th, 2004, 09:50 AM

I would stay with the GL2. I use mine for weddings, concerts, even my home movies. We are even in the planning stage for an MTV style music video utilizing three GL2's. It is just a well rounded camera. You just can't change lenses on it.

Just my to cents. ;)

August 9th, 2004, 09:23 AM	#1
Kevin Galliford Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: USA Posts: 139	Trading GL2 for XL1 Is it worth Trading my GL2 for a Xl1? Let me know! I really Love my GL2, but woudl love an XL1, But I wonder if I should just wait and get a new XL2?

August 9th, 2004, 09:28 AM	#2
Rob Lohman RED Code Chef Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Holland Posts: 12,514	Wat is going on Kevin? http://www.dvinfo.net/conf/showthrea...threadid=29538 __________________ Rob Lohman, visuar@iname.com DV Info Wrangler & RED Code Chef Join the DV Challenge \| Lady X Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Buy from the best: DVinfo.net sponsors

August 9th, 2004, 10:02 AM	#4
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Re: Trading GL2 for XL1 <<<-- Originally posted by Kevin Galliford : Is it worth Trading my GL2 for a Xl1? -->>> Define "*worth". How are you measuring it? __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff!* Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

August 9th, 2004, 10:06 AM	#5
Rob Lohman RED Code Chef Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Holland Posts: 12,514	My appologies to you Kevin, I had a couple of names switched. Sorry! __________________ Rob Lohman, visuar@iname.com DV Info Wrangler & RED Code Chef Join the DV Challenge \| Lady X Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Buy from the best: DVinfo.net sponsors

August 9th, 2004, 10:38 AM	#7
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Worth = Is the picture quality better or wors than the gl2. About the same. GL2 is a little sharper and perhaps a bit more neutral by default. Does it have Fraeme mode? Yes, an XL1 features "frame mode". I just like the XL b/c its bigger and you can mount it on your shoulder. Ah, now we're getting to the real issue, eh? It looks cooler! <g> An XL1 really does not rest on your shoulder like a professional camera; it rests primarily on your right arm, and sometimes heavily. And there are more accessories for it. These are mainly lenses and the FU-1000 b&w viewfinder. ANy bad things about getting a used XL1. It's used. Kevin, I really don't mean to be provocative but you have not answered my question. That is, -why- do you want the XL1? What do you shoot that cannot be shot just as well with the GL2? Your response suggested that this may be a bit impulsive. Don't misinterpret me. I have an XL1s myself. It's a wonderful camera. But for casual shooting and glorified home movies (which, let's face it, represents the mainstream) the GL2 is a better choice due to it's size and weight. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

August 9th, 2004, 09:35 AM	#3
Kevin Galliford Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: USA Posts: 139	What do you mean, Im confused? Just looking for anyones oppinion if I should trade my GL2 for a XL1.

August 9th, 2004, 10:15 AM	#6
Kevin Galliford Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: USA Posts: 139	Worth = Is the picture quality better or wors than the gl2. Does it have Fraeme mode? I just like the XL b/c its bigger and you can mount it on your shoulder. And there are more accessories for it. ANy bad things about getting a used XL1

August 15th, 2004, 09:50 AM	#8
Thomas Gay New Boot Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Silver Springs Nevada Posts: 24	I would stay with the GL2. I use mine for weddings, concerts, even my home movies. We are even in the planning stage for an MTV style music video utilizing three GL2's. It is just a well rounded camera. You just can't change lenses on it. Just my to cents. ;) __________________ Once you start you just can't stop!