ptpdprinter
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Since what you say is common knowledge among us watch enthusiasts you haven't rained on it, the parade passed a long time ago
boojum has spilled a lot of ink about all things French (le parade) in these Pixii threads, so I just wanted to make sure he didn't get led astray.
Expecting Baltic to have an in house movement is like expecting Pixii to make a rangefinder from scratch and sell it for $200
I am not among those who think the Pixii is overpriced for what it is. I just have no interest in buying one because the widest framelines are for 42mm. It will be perfect for others, particularly for Leica owners who already have a selection of M-mount lenses. But I do like to keep abreast of what is happening in the photography world so I read and participate in these types of threads.
M.B
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The viewfinder is 24mm/36mm eq and I have no issue composing 21mm/32mm eq. YMMV.
boojum
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boojum has spilled a lot of ink about all things French (le parade) in these Pixii threads, so I just wanted to make sure he didn't get led astray.
I am not among those who think the Pixii is overpriced for what it is. I just have no interest in buying one because the widest framelines are for 42mm. It will be perfect for others, particularly for Leica owners who already have a selection of M-mount lenses. But I do like to keep abreast of what is happening in the photography world so I read and participate in these types of threads.
You need only sweep the sidewalk in front of your home.
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There are vocal groups for a lot of stuff that is never going to happen.
Who would manufacture APS-H sensors
Dongbu HiTek for Sigma
ptpdprinter said:... and what would they cost in a small run?
A lot, I guess ;-)
boojum
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Hey, those are great looking watches, and the Aquascaphe looks really good.The Pixii is made in the watch center of France. It’s factory shares it’s building with a watch maker. It’s the same town where the micro brand Baltic makes their watches, which I coincidentally have been contemplating as a birthday present for myself.
boojum
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Go to the website and inform yourself. The movement is Swiss.I hate to rain on your parade, but Baltic watches are assembled in France using Japanese movements in casework from Hong Kong.
Aquascaphe GMT Grey - Baltic Watches
Discover our Aquascaphe GMT Grey watch. Designed to explore.
baltic-watches.com
Soprod Caliber C125 Watch Movement
Brand Soprod Caliber Number C125 Base Caliber Soprod A10-2/M100 Movement Type Automatic, self-winding mechanical Lignes 11.5''' Diameter 25.60mm Height 4.10mm Jewels 25 Power Reserve ~42 hours Vibrations Per Hour 28,800 bph, 4Hz Anti-Shock System Incabloc Winding Direction Bidirectional...
calibercorner.com
Would you cite you source of information on the cases seeing as you are so well informed?
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boojum
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It should be obvious that the Pixii does not sync flash at 1/2000 or at any speed. That shoe is a cold shoe. I do not believe that electronic shutters can flash sync. The shutter speed is 2s to 1/32000.
ptpdprinter
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I took my information off the Baltic website. If you look at all the watches they offer, you'll find Swiss movements to be in the minority.Go to the website and inform yourself. The movement is Swiss.
Aquascaphe GMT Grey - Baltic Watches
Discover our Aquascaphe GMT Grey watch. Designed to explore.baltic-watches.com
Soprod Caliber C125 Watch Movement
Brand Soprod Caliber Number C125 Base Caliber Soprod A10-2/M100 Movement Type Automatic, self-winding mechanical Lignes 11.5''' Diameter 25.60mm Height 4.10mm Jewels 25 Power Reserve ~42 hours Vibrations Per Hour 28,800 bph, 4Hz Anti-Shock System Incabloc Winding Direction Bidirectional...calibercorner.com
Would you cite you source of information on the cases seeing as you are so well informed?
ptpdprinter
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Here is what Baltic has to say in the About Us section of its website:Would you cite you source of information on the cases seeing as you are so well informed?
"We want to be transparent about our production, and avoid contributing to the ambiguity that has been the bane of the horology industry for over 20 years. We manufacture and assemble in three different regions:
- In Hong Kong for the production of the majority of our components
- In France for the assembly and adjustment of our watches and the production of straps
- In Italy for our accessories line
Our history - Baltic Watches
Discover the story behind Baltic Watches : A passion born on transmission.
baltic-watches.com
So basically Baltic is being transparent and avoiding ambiguity, and you are making an argument based on the logical fallacy of incomplete evidence. What motivates you to do so?
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TL7
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Here is what constitutes a "Swiss" watch..
I couldnt find any info on what constitutes..a France made watch though..maybe its similar..
Accordingly, there are two conditions that must be fulfilled for goods to be legally labelled as being of Swiss origin:
I couldnt find any info on what constitutes..a France made watch though..maybe its similar..
Accordingly, there are two conditions that must be fulfilled for goods to be legally labelled as being of Swiss origin:
- The Swiss portion of the production cost must be at least 50 percent (until 1 January 2017, then 60 percent[2]).
- The most important part of the manufacturing process must have taken place in Switzerland.
boojum
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The one I bought has a Swiss movement. I would wager that fits the 60% rule to male it "Swiss." It's a draw, you are right, I am right.Here is what Baltic has to say in the About Us section of its website:
"We want to be transparent about our production, and avoid contributing to the ambiguity that has been the bane of the horology industry for over 20 years. We manufacture and assemble in three different regions:
Once the various components are manufactured, we send them to our atelier in Besançon, France to be assembled and adjusted. We are proud to partner with some of the best manufacturers in horology and to provide the best quality on the market at this price range."
- In Hong Kong for the production of the majority of our components
- In France for the assembly and adjustment of our watches and the production of straps
- In Italy for our accessories line
Our history - Baltic Watches
Discover the story behind Baltic Watches : A passion born on transmission.baltic-watches.com
So basically Baltic is being transparent and avoiding ambiguity, and you are making an argument based on the logical fallacy of incomplete evidence. What motivates you to do so?
ptpdprinter
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I have no idea if your watch is a "Swiss watch" or not. If that is important to you, wager away. I thought you wanted a French watch, being a Francophile and all.The one I bought has a Swiss movement. I would wager that fits the 60% rule to male it "Swiss." It's a draw, you are right, I am right.
shawn
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Some non-global electronic shutters can flash sync but I think the sync speed is typically at/below the scanning time which means the flash sync is a very low speed. My Pentax Q can flash sync up to 1/2000 of a second with the built in flash with the leaf shutter lenses. With the lenses without a leaf shutter the camera uses an electronic shutter and flash sync speed is about 1/13 of a second. That is a tiny sensor though, might not exist with larger non-global electronic shutters.It should be obvious that the Pixii does not sync flash at 1/2000 or at any speed. That shoe is a cold shoe. I do not believe that electronic shutters can flash sync. The shutter speed is 2s to 1/32000.
boojum
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Yes, I have the same sync speed with a leaf shutter camera I have. But I rarely use flash. But it is there if I need it.Some non-global electronic shutters can flash sync but I think the sync speed is typically at/below the scanning time which means the flash sync is a very low speed. My Pentax Q can flash sync up to 1/2000 of a second with the built in flash with the leaf shutter lenses. With the lenses without a leaf shutter the camera uses an electronic shutter and flash sync speed is about 1/13 of a second. That is a tiny sensor though, might not exist with larger non-global electronic shutters.
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