The above is a bad picture, but even the best photos I've seen of pieces I have from people with professional level cameras and picture-taking ability don't capture what I see in front of me. You'll hear "this looks way better in person" over and over, but it's absolutely true.
I've been buying statues since around 2002, and had tons of 1/6 scale, and I would recommend 1/4 without question. Less is more with these things. As far as there being fewer offerings, this is changing. 1/4 is basically an industry standard at this point, and more are always coming. That's part of the fun of the hobby for me; anticipating what's next, especially this time of year, since SDCC always brings with it new reveals.
Thanks for the info and the pics. I'm super excited to dive in, and am looking forward to reveals at SDCC.
I'm currently debating the Hot Toys Fett vs. the Premium Format Fett. Both look great. I like the idea of being able to post the HT version, but I'm worried that A) I won't be able to get it just right or B) it'll look like a toy with articulation points.
Regardless, I'm sure I'll have my first by Christmas.
It's interesting you say this. I am NOT a toy guy but I do have several HTs. I really don't mind the articulation points in this case. Even the Hulk which has brutal articulation has grown on me. I've come to a point where I look at comics as a throwback hobby that remind me of being a kid so why not... If you're the kind of person that wants a sophisticated hobby, staues are probably your thing. I'm only 42 so there's time for me to mature yet.