5 Reasons I Bought Fujifilm X-T2 and Not Canon/Sony :: Selling My Canon Gear for X-T2 :: DPReview X-A3 Review :: X-series Unlimited eBook (miXed zone)

5 Reasons Why I Bought the Fujifilm X-T2 and not the Canon 6D Mark 2, Sony A6500 or the Panasonic G85 at Jacques Gaines Photography youtube

Fujifilm X-T2 body + grip (save $230): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujifilm X-T2 body + 35/2 + grip (save $330): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujifilm X-T2 graphite body + grip (save $230): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujifilm X-T2 + 18-55 + grip (save $230): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

Cover Stories

  • Why I am selling all of my Canon gear (and go all in on Fuji) at Kendrick Disch Youtube
  • Fujifilm X-A3 Review at dpreview (and they don’t seem happy with it :( )

Fujifilm X-T2 & More

A lot of great images (mostly shot with X-T1 and X100S) at tedclutterphotography

  • 9 Wet Days in Ireland with the X-Pro2 at joelwolfson
  • Five Stars for Fuji in Monte Carlo at joelwolfson
  • Affordable Fujifilm X Astrophotography Kit + Milky Way Photography Tips at roycruz
  • A Guide to iPad Pro as your Mobile Platform for Fujifilm X-T2 – and what Adobe Creative Cloud offers on top at fotox
  • An evening in London at alphawhiskey
  • Shot On X Series: Slab City at Fuji Guys Youtube (Fuji is pushing their cameras for video work)
  • Fujifilm X-T2 at Damian Brown Youtube
  • Milano’s Reflections at androloria
  • An evening in the streets of Jerusalem (with the Fujifilm X Pro2) at photo-vinc
  • X-Pro2, X-T2, 35/1.4, 56/1.2 and 50-140 – 92nd Pitti Immagine Uomo in Florence: photographs at alessandromichelazzi
  • Homeshoot with Sarah // Fujifilm X-T2 & 56mm f1.2 at Chris Perkles Youtube
  • Using the Electronic Shutter on the X-Pro 2 for Street Shooting at thomasfitzgeraldphotography
  • Toronto and Lagoon City with the Fuji XT2 at lukewalkerphotog
  • Fujifilm X-PRO2: Shortcuts at sritch
  • Fujifilm X-PRO2: Shortcuts (continued) at sritch
  • My X-Pro2 Settings: Part Three at adambonn

X-series Unlimited eBook

Fujifilm X Photographer Dan Bailey wrote a Fuji guide called X SERIES UNLIMITED. It’s a 50K word, 329-page eBook. He describes very single feature, function and menu item and detail how they can be used in real life shooting situations as well as pro insight and practical tips. He also talks about how to operate the cameras efficiently, how to shoot fast action with the X Series cameras, how to tweak the film simulations and customize the look of their imagery, and how to customize the operation of the camera in a way that matches their own shooting style and more.

Fujifilm GFX Vs. Sony A7rII Vs. Hasselblad X1D Vs. Canon 5DSR

It’s inevitable: the Fujifilm GFX is on the market since 2 or 3 weeks, and the web is in a GFX-frenzy…. FujiRumors included. Believe me, all this will slow down soon, because something else is always just around the corner.

But now, right now, the big thing is the Fujifilm GFX. And there are massive reports about it.

In todays roundup, we are going to see:

  1. a comparison Fujifilm GFX Vs. Hasselblad X1D (via photographlife) – SPOILER: GFX wins
  2. Fujifilm Vs. Canon 5DSR at DIYphotography – SPOILER: GFX wins
  3. Comparing the Fujifilm GFX Vs. Sony A7rII Dynamic range – SPOILER: the GFX wins
  4. a guest post focussing on the dynamic range of the GFX by Paul

Fujifilm GFX: USA BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

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A Trip That Proved My Point, Exactly! – Part 1

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guest post by Michael Dees – WILDNESS & ARTifice + @medees on Instagram

Hi there my Fuji brethren!  Oh, and visitors too.  This article is, in a way, part two to an article I wrote a while back for Fuji Rumors.  At the time I didn’t plan on a part two, a sort of “I told you so!”  But then, that was before my wife got a hankerin’ for Iceland and Continental Europe, and we took a trip to four countries.  I encourage you to read the earlier post, but the gist of it was the reason why I left my old system for Fuji, namely, I wanted one system to handle my diverse photographic interests.  Specifically, I love landscape and also street photography, which are about as opposite as they come.  My old beast of a Nikon did great for me in landscapes, but it was a monstrosity, aesthetically speaking, and did not inspire me while on the streets.  And my Fuji X-E1 was great for the streets, but it was inadequate for wind, weather, and telephoto lenses.  Thus, the Fuji X-T1 was the perfect match for this photographer with varied interests.

So then comes Europe.  My wife loves travel, and with round trip tickets to Europe, including a week-long layover in Iceland, being priced unusually low, it was on like Donkey Kong!  But I thought to myself that I may never make it back to this magical place and wanted a little more fire power, pixel-wise, than the X-T1 had.  I actually considered picking up a used Nikon D800E, which is truly a landscape wonder if used well.  But the thought of using that weighty, massive, ugly hunk of technological wonder on the dimly-lit, wet cobblestone streets of Lyon…I think not!  Well, it was just about that time that the Fuji X-T2 was being shipped and so I pre-ordered one, I got it about a week and half before our departure, and tried adjusting to the few differences so I was ready to hit the ground running.  Plus, my wife let me snag the 16mm f/1.4 for northern light images.  But much to my dismay, the cloud cover was mercilessly overbearing most of the trip.  But enough of that and on with the show!  What follows is primarily a visual tale of my recent photographic journey and a further confirmation that, for me, Fuji is the bomb and can meet my needs in the wilderness and the city.

Just one quick note before proceeding: what about the gear I brought? I had rather severe luggage and carry-on concerns given the bargain airline that we flew, so I tried to be as conservative as possible for such a wide array of shooting.  I won’t bore you with the less consequential odds and ends that I brought, so here’s the essence of the Fuji stuff:

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More Fujifilm X-A3 Images and Specs Leaked

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Fujifilm X-A3

So here are more images of the Fujifilm X-A3… and the specs shared in previous posts are confirmed too. via nokishita and digicame-info

The X-A3 will be announced tomorrow along with the XF23mmF2 WR.

  • Color: Silver Brown Pink
  • Release Date: October 6, 2016
  • Sensor: effective pixels 24.2 million pixel APS-C square pixel CMOS sensor
  • LCD Monitor: 3.0-inch about 1.04 million dot tilt touch panel monitor
  • ISO sensitivity: ISO200 ~ 6400 (Expanded Sensitivity 100/12800/25600)
  • Continuous shooting: 6 frames / sec.
  • Video: FullHD 60p other
  • Battery: NP-W126S
  • Recording media: SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible)
  • Size: 116.9mm × 66.9mm × 40.4mm
  • Weight: about 339g (including battery, memory card) about 290g (body only)
  • Kit lens: XC16-50mmF3.5-5.6 OIS II
  • Five of gimmick to comfort the “self-portrait” ( “slide tilt mechanism,” “grip shape,” “vertical command dial,” “Eye AF,” “new beautiful skin mode”)
  • The 5 Jikute shake correction function which is a combination of optical and electronic, significantly reduces the camera shake that occurs during moving image shooting
  • Electronic shutter of the fastest 1/32000 seconds

X-A3b

X-A3c

 

And Now Tell Me Why You Need Full Frame :: Top X-shots at the FR-facebook page!

Juju Gamin‎: Louis Vuitton Fundation, Paris France. Taken with Fuji X-E1, Samyang 12, f/4, 1/125, 3200 isos.

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Every time I check out the images X-shooters shared at the Fujirumors facebook photostream and at the Fuji X Forum, I’m amazed about how many gorgeous images the X-community creates with X-gear: low light, sports, landscape, portrait, architecture, street, astrophotography, fashion, weddings… simply everything can be done with stunning results!

These images also tell me that, for me, Patrick, there is no real need of Full Frame to get a higher keepers rate in my shots. On the contrary, I better invest my time & money in following other photographers and learning from their work. I better buy tutorials, ebooks and go to workshops. I better know my gear and don’t blame it for the lack of my skills. I should ask for advice and study. And of course, practice… go out on the field and shoot, a lot! Try different styles. Challenge myself. Experience frustration and joy… and at the end, have Fun while painting with light!

So, for next hours, I’m out of here guys and I’ll do my homework with the X-T1 now… which is actually one of the few homeworks I really enjoy to do :)

have a GREAT weekend,
Fuji X Forum, Facebook, Google+, RSS-feed and Twitter

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How to share images on Facebook

1) SHARE & DESCRIBE: go to the Fujirumors facebook timeline and submit your favorite X-shot (and a short description) in the timeline by selecting “Photo/Video” .
2) VOTE & COMMENT: All the images will be displayed at the Fujirumors facebook photostream. You can vote & comment the images there.

NOTE: The next selection will start from those images shared starting from November 3!

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Holger Glaab‎: Frankfurt, Tower 185. Fuji X-T1. Walimex Pro 8mm, f 2.8 fisheye. Some LR and PS editing.

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Eric Anderson‎: Kok Kiya valley and the lake, Kol Suu just on the other side of these mountains is my favorite part of Kyrgyzstan but way too few tourists go. For info on how to get there, read this: http://wp.me/p5bwRq-1a3 X-E2, 35mm F/4.5 1/1000

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Inaki Gorraiz: Taken at the Agora of Athens, Fuji X-E2, 18-55 at 55 mm

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Darren Brown: A few days ago, while my wife and I were enjoying an early-evening walk, I took this photo from Calton Hill, in Edinburgh, Scotland. Fuji X-Pro 1. XF 60mm f/2.4R

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Steven Dempsey‎: Tara. Fujifilm X-T1 18-135mm Processed with Silver Efex Pro 2

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48 Hour Deal: Special $400 Discount for FujiRumors readers on Fiji Workshop (with Fuji X-photographers)!

F-Stop Lounge would like to invite you to come on a once in a lifetime photography experience.

Come along to a 3 day photography workshop and learn from 8 masters in Fiji (including X-photographers Elia Locardi & Benjamin Von Wong)!

On the 29th, 30th & 31st October 2015 you’ll get to…

  • Harness your own creative vision with Colby Brown.
  • Learn how to create seriously EPIC portraits with Von Wong.
  • Master the art of travel and landscape photography with Elia Locardi.
  • Learn the importance of fieldwork with Varina and Jay Patel.
  • Be inspired by Tony Hewitt, a Grand Master of Photography.
  • Create masterpieces with editing techniques demonstrated by Nick Rains.
  • Expand your vision with Michael Fletcher and the power of the moving image.

For the next 48 hours only we’re excited to offer you a very special workshop price of $999 USD (normally $1400 USD)! So make sure you grab this once in a lifetime experience now!

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miXed zone: X-T1 Vs. X-T10 video by Damien Lovegrove :: Switch Stories from DSLR to Fuji :: XF 90mm Tests & more!

X-T10
USA: AmazonUS / BHphoto / Adorama EU: AmazonDE / AmazonUK / AmazonFR / WexUK / PCHstore / AUS: Camerapro

Fuji X-T10 or Fuji X-T1? Damien Lovegrove thoughts on youtube / Fujifilm X-T10: This Mini X-T1 Risks it All for Picture Quality at digitalversus / 10 Thoughts on the Fuji X-T10 at digitalrev /

XF90mmF2 WR
USA: AmazonUS / BHphoto / Adorama EU: AmazonDE / AmazonUK / AmazonFR / WexUK / PCHstore / AUS: Camerapro

Lenses for stage photography: Fuji 90mmF2 vs. Olympus 75mmF1.8 at jlwilliams-us / First shot with the XF90mmF2 – my traditional Chopper portrait at The Green Balbo’s Flickr / Fuji XF 90mm F2.0 R Lens First Impressions at findingrange / Testing the latest prime lens for the Fujifilm X-Series: XF 90mm F2 R LM WR at grittymonkey / Is the 90mm Best All Round Telephoto Prime? at macleancomms / A Review of the Fuji XF 56mm & XF 90mm at toolsandtoys /

XF 16mm F1.4 WR
USA: BHphoto / AmazonUS / Adorama / EUROPE: WexUK / PCHstore

Review at lenstip /

Fujifilm X-T1

X-T1: Mirrorless & Night Photography at dadefreeman / Tethered Shooting With The Fuji X-T1 at arnojenkins / Best compact system camera: 6 top CSCs go head to head at digitalcameraworld / From Fuji X-T1 16mpx APS-C to Nikon D810 36mpx Full Frame.. at larsauthen / Incoming Tide at Dusk at xshooters / X-T1 + 35mmF1-4: Olya, Portrait in Tuscany at alessandromichelazzi /

X100/S/T + TCL/WCL

2 days in UK with the X100T Leica M6 in German at qimago (translation) / Fuji X100T — welcome again! in German at davidhellmann (translation) / The Fujifilm X100T review at imidg / A week in Manhattan with the X100T at alanbulley /

other X-series cameras

Fuji X M1, first impressions.. at garyksmithphotography / Fuji X-A2 Field Test Part I: A nice entry into the Fuji X-series family at imaging-resource /

Lenses

X-mount lenses

Peaks Island with the Fujinon 35mm at photo.stjeanm / That damn Fujifilm XF50-140mm lens… at erohne / Fuji X-T1 + Fuji 56mm + Fuji XF 16-55mm at thetravelphotographer / 35 + 56: Dancer shooting on location at eyesuncloudedphoto / 56mm1.2 APD review at lensvid / 56mm1.2 APD review in Japanese at photo.yodobashi (translation) /

other lenses / Adapter / Extension Tubes

Manual Focus Lenses at sebastianboatca / First Impression: Fujian 50 C-Mount (CCTV) Lens at rivalsvs / Nikon AF 60mm f2.8 D Micro on Fuji X-E2 and Nikon D750 at stanleyleary + Window Light shooting with Fujifilm X-E2 & Nikon 85mm ƒ/1.8Ga at stanleyleary /

Travel X / Switch to the X / Fuji X for Weddings

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Live & Travel Photography at sebastianboatca
(image from a Japan Travel, shot mostly with X-T1 and 16-55mmF2.8)

The Nikon Gear is now Gone at xshooters / 2 years since switching from DSLR to Fujifilm at sebastianboatca / Starting at the beginning: Journey to Fuji (s) at jexphotography / Mariage C + B at blog.k-pture / Tanya & Chris Proposal (X-T1 + 50-140) at vincentanthonyphotography / Making the switch: Matt Hart, Paul Sanders and Damien Lovegrove switch at amateurphotographer / Photographer Spotlight Interview with Bradley Hanson – Minnesota at junebugweddings /

Acessories

Using a polarizing filter on a Fuji X camera for a dramatic black & white sky at aboutphotography-tomgrill / All about that Hood at fujixtras /

a bit of everything

Fuji Fashion shoot at Calshot Beach with Mike Browne & Stephie Rebello at ideasandimages / Setup your Fuji Camera Like A Boss! at leighmiller / iPad Workflow with the Fujis at jexphotography / Fujifilm Street Photographer on facebook here / Fuji Astro Fest at jasonpitcher / How To Get The Petzval Look at rivalsvs /

TOP OF THE SHOTS at the X-Shooter Facebook Zone!

Holger Glaab‎: Germany, Frankfurt. Fuji X-T1. XF14. ND-Filters and some editing in PS & Co.

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Here are the most liked images of the Fujirumors facebook photostream… and keep it up, share and vote your absolute favorite X-shot… and here is how to do it:

1) SHARE & DESCRIBE: go to the Fujirumors facebook timeline and submit your favorite X-shot (and a short description) in the timeline by selecting “Photo/Video” .
2) VOTE & COMMENT: All the images will be displayed at the Fujirumors facebook photostream. You can vote & comment the images there.

NOTE: The next selection will start from those images shared starting from July 22 !

Enjoy the X-shots ;)

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Edo Kurniawan‎: near Sydney, Australia. Water and Fire. Really lucky to get this one with perfect curve. Try it again so many time afterward didn’t get one. XT1 + 55-200 f5.6. Velvia daylight wb. @ Mahon pool — maroubra

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TOP OF THE SHOTS at the X-Shooter Facebook Zone!

Mads Pihl‎: Ice cruising in the Disko Bay in Greenland on July 1. Fuji X-T1 with Fuji XF 10-24mm 10mm – f/4.5 – 1/3200 – ISO 320 — at Disko Bay.

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Here are the most liked images of the Fujirumors facebook photostream… and keep it up, share and vote your absolute favorite X-shot… and here is how to do it:

1) SHARE & DESCRIBE: go to the Fujirumors facebook timeline and submit your favorite X-shot (and a short description) in the timeline by selecting “Photo/Video” .
2) VOTE & COMMENT: All the images will be displayed at the Fujirumors facebook photostream. You can vote & comment the images there.

NOTE: The next selection will start from those images shared starting from July 5 !

Enjoy the X-shots ;)

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Steven Dempsey‎: Shipwreck. Fujifilm X-T1 10-24mm

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Uwe Richter‎: X in Blue. Holocaust Memorial Berlin. X-Pro 1 & XF 18-55mm

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Ken Jacques‎: Love. Love Love, The Fuji X- Series camera. XE-2 with kit lens on this shot in Arches National Park.

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Dylan Goldby‎: Mrauk U, Rakhine State, Myanmar. Fuji x-t1, 16mm f/1.4

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