Fuji X-T2 coming in June (SRP) – POLL – Get the Fuji X-Pro2, wait for Fuji X-T2 or keep your current X- series camera?

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We have heard it previously from a New Source, but now a Source, who was right in the past, also says that the Fujifilm X-T2 announcement is scheduled for June. But the grain of salt is needed, since Fuji can change the date, just like they postponed the X-A1 announcement a few times, in order to sell more X-M1’s (reminder: the X-M1 was launched a few months before the X-A1)

Now, I guess I’m not the only one right now, who is thinking what to do (no, definitely not the only one)… buy the X-Pro2, wait for the X-T2, or just keep my X-T1?

I’m struggling with this questions. Sure, I’m aware that there is no right or wrong answer and everything is based on personal preferences and needs. But I’ve written a very personal list of considerations, why I’m right now tempted to buy the Fujifilm X-Pro2.

I’m looking forward to read your list in the comments, and you can also vote the Poll at the bottom of this post.

So let’s start:

First off, don’t get me wrong: I love my X-T1. I love the images, the look, the controls… but from what leaked so far, there are 10 main reasons why I’m considering to sell my X-T1, get an X-Pro2 and don’t wait for the X-T2.

My main 10 reason to sell my X-T1, get an X-Pro2 and don’t wait for the X-T2

1) More Phase Detection Pixels: this is what I want more than anything else.
2) The corner placement of the Viewfinder: right eye on the viewfinder, left eye free to see the scene… and also my nose will have more space ;)
3) 24MP X-Trans III sensor: unlock the Full Potential of the amazing Fujinon lenses with the new higher resolution sensor! And probably also more dynamic range, even better high ISO performance and more.
4) Lossless RAW compression
5) ACROS: New Film Simulations… I like them… the more, the merrier.
6) The X-T2 could come only in June (so say the rumors). Shipping maybe in July. It might be too late for my holidays. Also, I can’t see it having some spectacular improvements over the X-Pro2. Ok, the tilt screen, but no magical organic sensor or whatsoever. (Note: this is my personal guess, not an “offical” rumor)
7) X-Processor: the faster, the better
8) The Hybrid Viewfinder with ERF technology
9) No more flimsy Accessory Door: I’ve written about it here. No need to add anything else. Fuji must have fixed this with the X-Pro2.
10) Improved Noise Reduction: Sounds like no more waxy Skin Tones at High ISO (in JPEG) to me. Again, all I had to say is written here. With the X-Pro2 and the improved Noise Reduction, I might keep even more JPEG’s than I already do.

Sure, the X-Pro2 also has the 1/8000 mechanical shutter, the Dual SD-card slot, the Grain Effect, Pixel Mapping and a lot more. And I’m sure many of you would put some of them in their own top 10 list. But as said, no right or wrong. Just a matter of personal preferences.

My main 3 reason to wait for X-T2

1) Price: The X-T2 will maybe be cheaper than the X-Pro2 (again, not and “official” rumor, just my very personal guess). And looking at my bank account, this is the main reason for me not to get the X-Pro2 and to wait for the X-T2 (and no, I don’t get a single cent discount from Fujifilm on my Fuji gear… and as a teacher, not even tax deduction on cameras)
2) Big EVF: I like the super-size EVF of the X-T line. But on the other hand, with the X-Pro2, I get the hybrid viewfinder, which will make me happy.
3) Tilt screen: I use the viewfinder almost all the time. But there are certain circumstances where I like the tilt screen. So I’d miss that on the X-Pro2, but it’s no deal breaker for me.

Main reason to keep the X-T1

1) The X-T1 already takes such great picture
2) Comes for free, since I already have it ;)

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Fujifilm X-Pro2, XF100-400, X70 (+ Wide Angle Converter & OVF VF-X21) and X-E2s available for pre-order at Amazon China

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Amazon China lists the X-Pro2, XF100-400X70 and X-E2s at their site. There is also a wide angle converter for the X70 (WCL-X70) and an optical viewfinder (VF-X21 Original Fuji FUJIFILM external optical viewfinder )

The Chinese price is:

X-Pro2 = ¥12,999 ($1979)
X70 = ¥5,399 ($822)
WCL-X70 = ¥ 2,499 ($380)
VF-X21 Original Fuji FUJIFILM external optical viewfinder  = ¥ 2,199 ($335)

X-E2s = ¥5,699 ($868)
XF100-400 = ¥12,999 ($1979)

X-Pro2 description google translated from Amazon China

The products enjoy Warranty Services, Warranty period: One year warranty brand website: http: //www.fujifilm.com.cn/
Flagship rangefinder, retro appearance
24.3 million pixels, no low-pass filter
WIFI control, dust-splash, the optical hybrid viewfinder

X70 description google translated from Amazon China

The products enjoy Warranty Services, Warranty period: One year warranty brand website: http: //www.fujifilm.com.cn
Professional flagship card
APS-C COMS
Large aperture + super wide angle
Self-flipping touch
WIFI control
Street beat artifact
Film color

X-E2s description google translated from Amazon China

The products enjoy Warranty Services, Warranty period: One year warranty brand website: http: //www.fujifilm.com.cn/
Retro rangefinder design
Travel Portable
No low-pass filter
Electronic viewfinder
WIFI Share
Film color

XF100-400 description google translated from Amazon China

XF100-400mm (152-609mm – 35mm Format Equivalent)
21 elements 14 groups (includes 5 extra low dispersion elements and 1 super extra low dispersion element)
5 -Stop Image Stabilization System
Water and dust resistant and can operate in temperatures as low as 14 DegreeF (-10 DegreeC)
Removable tripod mount

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X-E2 Firmware 4.00 confirmed for January 15… and X-E2s will be more expensive than X-E2

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curtain proI can confirm, that Fujifilm X-E2 will get FW 4.00 on January 15. Soon also X-E2 shooters will be able to enjoy the New AF-System (I’m not sure about the electronic shutter, though).

The source also told me that the Fuji X-E2s will cost more than the Fujifilm X-E2.

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Thomas Thorsøe: X-T1 with 16mm lens. Curious cow at the top of Monte Baldo, Italy

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NOTE: The next selection will start from those images shared starting from January 8!

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Tyler Brown‎: Fuji X-pro1 Murrells Inlet

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Fujifilm X70 will cost around €800 :: min. Focus distance 10cm :: Size & Weight Data (compared to Ricoh GRII)

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Source 1: The Fujifilm X70 should cost around €800.

Source 2: The new 28mmF2.8 lens will have a minimum focus distance of 10cm. It will use the Fujfiilm NP-95 battery. The X70 will weight 340g (with battery and SD-card).

And here is the size compared to it’s direct competitor, the Ricoh GR II.

Fuji X70:        112.5 x 64.4 x 44.4 mm
Ricoh GR II:  117.0 x 62.8 x 34.7 mm

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