If I remember correctly, until X-T1, Fujifilm sold less than total of 100K X cameras. Yes, all across the board. But with the X-T1 it really did hit the nail on the head, course people pre-ordered that camera like crazy, even before it hit the shelfs. So yes, I agree, X-T1 did create the X line of cameras as we have it today...
I really enjoy your two videos where you extol the virtues of the X-T1. Your enthusiasm really comes through in these, & your thoughts are supported by strong images. It is indeed a great camera.
I agree. I bought mine in 2019 i think $350 range. I love it. The members of the photography club buy the latest cameras. I juts cant justify the purchse since the images it produces are so good. X100Ts and X-E2 prices are way out there now. I'd love to buy one as a EDC but the price is just nuts. Glad you're still posting videos.
I learned a lot with the X-T1. I found a deal that i couldn't pass up on an X-T4 with the 18-55mm F2.8-4, 35mm F1.4, 16mm F2.8, and 3 batteries for roughly the same price as a new X-T5 body over the weekend. Those were 3 lenses that i was already planning to get, too, and I was very close to pulling the trigger on an X-T5 as well. I volunteered myself to photoshoot my friend's family easter the day after i picked up the X-T4 and it went so well especially with burst shots. Battery life was also so much better and it only dropped to half. I even took shots later in the evening at my brother's place for Easter dinner of his little girl and still didnt need to change the battery. I would have never volunteered with the X-T1 with all those kids running around and I would have needed to swap out the battery at least once. I'll miss the X-T1 but sadly I have to let it go to a better home. I would keep it but I know that I won't use it as much anymore. I'm starting to enjoy a new side of being a bit more fast paced to see if i like doing events. There are so many positives on the X-T4 over the X-T1 for me; battery life, autofocus, dual card slots, the buffer, and I can start dabbling with 4K shooting.
So true. Got XT1 in June of 2014. It’s a solid performer. I love it. It’s been used and abused. At this point some of the button aren’t as responsive. The body cover completely came off and is now my XT1 is wrapped in Sugru. I do want to upgrade to XT4 or XT5. I wish I had classic negative. My XT1 lives with my Fuji 35 1.4. Looking to add the 16 2.8 this summer. Thank you for your tribute to the legendary XT1!
I’ve had my XT1 for over 9 years now. It was an upgrade from the XE1, which I passed on to my daughter. A few years ago, I had my XT1 reskinned. But more recently, the dials are getting very sticky now and can be very difficult to turn. I’ve shot a lot of images with that body. Back when my daughter was in high school wrestling, I used to shoot about 5000 images every weekend at 15fps with the 56mm f/1.2 lens. That worked great for fast shutter speed in dimly lit gyms. It would take hours to filter down 5000 shots into the apex moments, then crop/adjust. But all the girls on the team just loved their photos!!! After wrestling ended, I got into carrying a bunch of small primes, and I was using my old 56/1.2 far less so I sold it. Anyway, because of the sticky dials, I now am shooting on the XT4. And I got some smallish and light weight Sigma lenses that are very good: 10-18mm f/2.8, 18-50mm f/2.8, and 56mm f/1.4 (because I missed the Fuji 56 but wanted lighter/cheaper). Anyway, loved your video. Gave me a bit of nostalgia for the enduring relationship I’ve had with my XT1. Thanks.
I've been following your channel for years now, your genuine love for photography, it is something I can relate to. I'm also using the XT1, it is my go to camera for almost everything. I use it not because the sensor produces beautiful images, but because I love the process of taking photographs with the XT1. You kinda inspired me to make a video as well, I have a ton of photos, I haven't shared yet. Though thr XT1 is a photo first camera, I sometimes shoot short videos with it, just for fun. Hope to see more of your future work, thanks for making this video. I forgot to mention that your photos are really beautiful.
XT-1 itself created a briliant generation of photographers, because it was so easy to carry around vs heavy full frames/ dslr's, also the command dials were a game changer 👌🏻
This camera as I mentioned to you years ago is magical. I bought one for my now 16 year old son in 2020 to get in touch with this hobby. And guess what…beside all my newer Fuji and expensive Leica equipment I will buy an xt1 for me tomorrow!! 🥳🙏🏼 I really felt in love with this camera. Greets from Nils from munich germany
o yeah, you was the reason why i bought my xt1 3 years ago and its the best investment in the camera i ever had. thx again for this video and keep going
Good to see you back! I've just bought one for the third times, because I love it so. The newer ones are also nice, but this is...different. The colors, the size, the feeling... And yes, it's unbelievable, that it's 10 years old now!
Me too. I was a Nikon APS fan. D100, D200, D300. And then they stopped making APS-C and convinced me to get a full frame(D800) after several years with no updates. The X-T1 was my Nikon D400. Blown away too.
I, too, use the X-T1 and X100T and travel all over using them with zero issues. I’ve had all the Fuji cameras… and I chose only to stick with these two for the beautiful image quality and ease of editing the files. I also added an X100F Special Edition just because it is brown!😂(Absolutely lovely camera)! Great video and I love all your work. Thanks KM!!!🙏🙏🙏
Must be an excellent camera. I have acquired so many X-Trans II cameras now because the photos comes out awesome. X30, X70, X100S, X100T, XE2 and XE2s. lol.
~ Yes, after owning & using other Fujifilms over the course of a few years, I wound up with my favorite pair, both with my favorite Trans2 innards, an X-T1 & an X-E2 👌
I bought my XT1 in 2018 and I love everything about it. I have recently added a few of the old lenses, the 18-55, the 35 f.1;4 , the 60 macro and even though they all have their fair share of criticism, I love them and they produce great photos. Especially the kit zoom 18-55 makes a big difference because of the image stabilizer. I have to say that the camera is Ten years old at this point, and it’s starting to show, so I’m planning to upgrade. Probably to an XT5 even though I don’t need 40 megapixels. But the Ibis and the big battery and the autofocus, yes please. Great video. ❤❤❤
Hell yeah KentuckyMan posted another XT-1 video! I got my first fuji, to shoot my product shots, the XT-1, because of your video in 2020 and have still watched that video a bunch of times since then. Glad to hear you're still so in love with it. Have a great 2024 KentuckyMan and thanks for the great videos.
~ DITTO‼️ I can, and have, owned & shot with other more modern, expensive, “advanced” Fujifilm cameras in the past, & wound up with my favorite pair, an X-T1 (in that nifty gun metal option they offered on this model) & an X-E2 (same Trans2 generation innards as the X-T1). As an old school shooter (half of my shooting is done with vintage manual lenses) who doesn’t give a hoot about video or sports/action photography, I’m not sacrificing much of anything by not having the latest/greatest, but I would be sacrificing the use of my favorite sensor if I traded “up” from the Trans2. Besides that, I like the way the X-T1 sits &weighs in my hand more so than the overblown later examples
It is so so great to find a video that gets the exact feeling I have for my X-T1, Unfortunatly, just a couple months ago I bricked mine And just running out of time to find spare parts to fix it, Anyway thanks once more for publishing this video.
I downgraded from xt3 to xt1 because I love the sensor... Had a taste of xtrans 2 when I shot with XE2 and never got over it even as I kept upgrading to newer bodies.
I love mine, don't get me wrong but It's all nice until you get the very common issue with the rubber grip peeling off lol Or backlight bleed at the bottom if low light situation and you bring exposure up in post.
Hey, happy and healthy new year, Kentucky Man! Always enjoy your videos with real, non-upgraditis talk 👌🏼 I nearly bought an X-T1 recently, but went for an X-T2 in the end. I do agree that the colours and the texture of the X-Trans II seem nicer than the III, which in turn seem nicer then the IV. But build quality seems a bit higher on the X-T2 and I missed the familiar output of my former X-T20. Plus, for me, the improved AF is valuable at times. Rock that T1, man. All the best!
Oh hey, it's Korey! Glad to see you're doing well! X-T1 is a brilliant camera... but I didn't fall in love with it. For me there's something missing and I can't put my finger on what that is exactly. I still love my X-E3 though. I don't see any reason to upgrade other than to get X-T2 or X-Pro2 for dual cards and better EVF. The X-Trans III checks all the boxes for me and paired with XF 35/1.4 it's more or less everything I need. I wonder if Canon 5Dmk2 that I got myself for an absolute steal of a price could change that. Never had full frame before, maybe it'll manage to get me out shooting regularly again. (but still, I wouldn't even think to take that brick as a travel camera when I have my tiny fuji)
The X-trans two is also my favorite sensor. I have the X70, the X-T10 and the X100T and love them. I gave my X-T1 to my girlfriend but it has been itching me to get another one lately 😅 I still use these cameras on weddings and portrait shoots mixed up with my X-T2, 3 and 5 and i always prefer the pictures from the X-trans two sensor somehow they look more organic, less digital
Amen to that! Whaat!? The T1 has a video button?! Why did they drop that? I like the colour aesthetics of the watch at 4:10. In fact the colour aesthetics/matching sits well for most of your shots. ✓ XF60mm? Yes, underrated by what I see. I want an XC60mmF?.? LM R WR Macro new light plastic & smart version.
I've literally never paid attention to the fact the X-T1 has a dedicated video record button. I forget it's even capable of shooting video to be honest. Haha!
The XT1 is a powerful camera. Produces very nice images. It is hampered by being 10 years old. Autofocus can be slow. Video isn’t the best. No IBIS. There is a reason the body sells at $300. If you want to learn on a slow machine, this is a good camera to learn with. Street photography is what I do. Start with the 18-55. Gives you all the focal lengths you might want in one lens. OIS will help in low light shooting or video. Also available for ~$300 used. My two favorite focal length are 23(35) and 35(50). The chrons (23/2,35/2/50/2) should be the lenses you should consider first. Small. Fast. Lightweight. The 27 pancake lens is ~40mm full frame equivalent. The 18 is ~27mm equivalent but have no experience with this lens. The focal length is too wide for me. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Tough question to answer not knowing what you like to shoot. For me the best lens to start with is the 18-55mm kit lens. Sharp. Fast starting @ f2.8 but stopping down quickly from there. Very useful zoom range. OIS is helpful with the majority of older bodies lacking IBIS. Used you should fit the lens at ~$300 used. It isn’t tiny and lightweight like a M43 lens but is small enough not to overpower an XE body. Figure out the lengths you like. Wide?Medium? Long? You have that with the 18-55.Then purchase primes. They are sharper. Faster. More expensive than zoom lenses. XC lenses are more plasticy than the XF lenses. That makes them cheaper and lighter. The glass is good. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Love this. I'm still on the search for a true pocket camera, though. I tried pairing my xt30 with a TTArtisans 25 f2. Still too big. I want something I can literally slip in my jeans pocket and forget about. (I'm considering the 27 pancake lens, but I doubt that'll be compact enough). Currently I'm using a canon power shot elph digicam I got practically for free from the Murphy's Camera bargain table to fill that role! But obviously has limitations. Any suggestions?
I would suggest the Fuji X70 or Ricoh GR line. I've found that the X100 series is just too big to be truly pocketable. You can get away with it if you have cargo pockets or something, but something like the X70 or GR line will work better.
Yes, I chose an RX100 IV for those pocketable chore events. I first bought & wanted to live the legendary Ricoh for its larger sensor, but couldn’t deal with a camera without an EVF, couldn’t & actually didn’t want to get used to hit, for, as an old school shooter, taking shots without a finder is just not enjoyable for me, but EyE gave it a shot. Love The RX100 for what it is, tho, more versatile than the Ricoh fer sure, & the 1” sensor is surprisingly good 👌
~ P.S. - If the pocket of whatever I’m wearing on a day I’m using a “pocketable” won’t comfortably seat the camera, I attach a very small, just large enough to fit the camera, case I slip onto my belt. Practically unnoticeable for most intents & purposes & much more comfortable than carrying it around in your pocket….. just sayin’ (& doin’ 😊)
@@raymeedc The GRiii/x is by far the smallest pocket sized camera you can buy. You can choose between the 28mm(iii) or 40mm(iiix) bodies. I have the XE2 and 28mm pancake lens. That is a small pairing. Willing to go to M43? I love my GX85/9. Both have small lightweight bodies and a choice of small, light, sharp, fast, inexpensive lenses. Definitely jacket pocketable combinations. Love the L monochrome and L monochrome D jpegs more than Acros. Mask On nurse Marty (Ret)
Just picked up a used X-T1. I’m so excited to use it!
How do you like it? I was planning to get a used one for myself. Im a beginner amateur.
If I remember correctly, until X-T1, Fujifilm sold less than total of 100K X cameras. Yes, all across the board. But with the X-T1 it really did hit the nail on the head, course people pre-ordered that camera like crazy, even before it hit the shelfs. So yes, I agree, X-T1 did create the X line of cameras as we have it today...
I really enjoy your two videos where you extol the virtues of the X-T1. Your enthusiasm really comes through in these, & your thoughts are supported by strong images. It is indeed a great camera.
The X-Trans 2 is arguably the best sensor Fuji has ever made.
Agreed!
That is very subjective
I love my X-T1! I own the black and silver version too.
~ Mine is that nifty Gun Metal option finish they offered on this model 👌
I agree. I bought mine in 2019 i think $350 range. I love it. The members of the photography club buy the latest cameras. I juts cant justify the purchse since the images it produces are so good. X100Ts and X-E2 prices are way out there now. I'd love to buy one as a EDC but the price is just nuts. Glad you're still posting videos.
I have an XT1, XT2, XPro1, and X100T. The XT1 is my favorite
I learned a lot with the X-T1. I found a deal that i couldn't pass up on an X-T4 with the 18-55mm F2.8-4, 35mm F1.4, 16mm F2.8, and 3 batteries for roughly the same price as a new X-T5 body over the weekend. Those were 3 lenses that i was already planning to get, too, and I was very close to pulling the trigger on an X-T5 as well. I volunteered myself to photoshoot my friend's family easter the day after i picked up the X-T4 and it went so well especially with burst shots. Battery life was also so much better and it only dropped to half. I even took shots later in the evening at my brother's place for Easter dinner of his little girl and still didnt need to change the battery. I would have never volunteered with the X-T1 with all those kids running around and I would have needed to swap out the battery at least once. I'll miss the X-T1 but sadly I have to let it go to a better home. I would keep it but I know that I won't use it as much anymore. I'm starting to enjoy a new side of being a bit more fast paced to see if i like doing events. There are so many positives on the X-T4 over the X-T1 for me; battery life, autofocus, dual card slots, the buffer, and I can start dabbling with 4K shooting.
thats a total bargin.
So true. Got XT1 in June of 2014. It’s a solid performer. I love it. It’s been used and abused. At this point some of the button aren’t as responsive. The body cover completely came off and is now my XT1 is wrapped in Sugru. I do want to upgrade to XT4 or XT5. I wish I had classic negative. My XT1 lives with my Fuji 35 1.4. Looking to add the 16 2.8 this summer. Thank you for your tribute to the legendary XT1!
The XT1 was my favorite camera of all time and I also have an X100T and X30 now. Love the X-TRANS II.
I’ve had my XT1 for over 9 years now. It was an upgrade from the XE1, which I passed on to my daughter. A few years ago, I had my XT1 reskinned. But more recently, the dials are getting very sticky now and can be very difficult to turn. I’ve shot a lot of images with that body. Back when my daughter was in high school wrestling, I used to shoot about 5000 images every weekend at 15fps with the 56mm f/1.2 lens. That worked great for fast shutter speed in dimly lit gyms. It would take hours to filter down 5000 shots into the apex moments, then crop/adjust. But all the girls on the team just loved their photos!!! After wrestling ended, I got into carrying a bunch of small primes, and I was using my old 56/1.2 far less so I sold it. Anyway, because of the sticky dials, I now am shooting on the XT4. And I got some smallish and light weight Sigma lenses that are very good: 10-18mm f/2.8, 18-50mm f/2.8, and 56mm f/1.4 (because I missed the Fuji 56 but wanted lighter/cheaper). Anyway, loved your video. Gave me a bit of nostalgia for the enduring relationship I’ve had with my XT1. Thanks.
I've been following your channel for years now, your genuine love for photography, it is something I can relate to. I'm also using the XT1, it is my go to camera for almost everything. I use it not because the sensor produces beautiful images, but because I love the process of taking photographs with the XT1. You kinda inspired me to make a video as well, I have a ton of photos, I haven't shared yet. Though thr XT1 is a photo first camera, I sometimes shoot short videos with it, just for fun. Hope to see more of your future work, thanks for making this video. I forgot to mention that your photos are really beautiful.
I agree with you. But in my case, I am still in love with my XT-2 and still use it. I also love the 60mm macro lens. Long live the XT-1.
XT-1 itself created a briliant generation of photographers, because it was so easy to carry around vs heavy full frames/ dslr's, also the command dials were a game changer 👌🏻
I bought an X-T1 in 2018. It's the first interchangeable lens digital camera I've owned and I haven't replaced it yet. Thanks for sharing!
I bought it in 2014 , still use it with awesome lens 56mm f1.2 , specially for portrait 👌👌👌
Had one. Shouldn't have sold it! The X-T1 is a Classic. Great Then, Now and into the Foreseeable Future. Glad you're posting content again.
This camera as I mentioned to you years ago is magical. I bought one for my now 16 year old son in 2020 to get in touch with this hobby. And guess what…beside all my newer Fuji and expensive Leica equipment I will buy an xt1 for me tomorrow!! 🥳🙏🏼 I really felt in love with this camera. Greets from Nils from munich germany
o yeah, you was the reason why i bought my xt1 3 years ago and its the best investment in the camera i ever had.
thx again for this video and keep going
Good to see you back! I've just bought one for the third times, because I love it so. The newer ones are also nice, but this is...different. The colors, the size, the feeling... And yes, it's unbelievable, that it's 10 years old now!
This is a fantastic camera!! The pictures turn out absolutely stunning!!
Me too. I was a Nikon APS fan. D100, D200, D300. And then they stopped making APS-C and convinced me to get a full frame(D800) after several years with no updates. The X-T1 was my Nikon D400. Blown away too.
I’m with you on this one. I have two xt2s but still use my xt1 regularly and like you it became a game changer from full frame. No more tennis elbow!
I, too, use the X-T1 and X100T and travel all over using them with zero issues. I’ve had all the Fuji cameras… and I chose only to stick with these two for the beautiful image quality and ease of editing the files.
I also added an X100F Special Edition just because it is brown!😂(Absolutely lovely camera)!
Great video and I love all your work. Thanks KM!!!🙏🙏🙏
I’d love to see more of your photos! They’re always so beautiful and moving
Thanks! I have a link in the description to my website. 😀
Must be an excellent camera. I have acquired so many X-Trans II cameras now because the photos comes out awesome. X30, X70, X100S, X100T, XE2 and XE2s. lol.
~ Yes, after owning & using other Fujifilms over the course of a few years, I wound up with my favorite pair, both with my favorite Trans2 innards, an X-T1 & an X-E2 👌
Glad I found your channel and this video. About to buy one of these ...
Oh it's gonna be a good year if our Kentucky Man is back in action! Hope you and the family are doing great - always look forward to your videos!
I bought my XT1 in 2018 and I love everything about it. I have recently added a few of the old lenses, the 18-55, the 35 f.1;4 , the 60 macro and even though they all have their fair share of criticism, I love them and they produce great photos.
Especially the kit zoom 18-55 makes a big difference because of the image stabilizer.
I have to say that the camera is Ten years old at this point, and it’s starting to show, so I’m planning to upgrade.
Probably to an XT5 even though I don’t need 40 megapixels.
But the Ibis and the big battery and the autofocus, yes please.
Great video.
❤❤❤
Hell yeah KentuckyMan posted another XT-1 video! I got my first fuji, to shoot my product shots, the XT-1, because of your video in 2020 and have still watched that video a bunch of times since then. Glad to hear you're still so in love with it. Have a great 2024 KentuckyMan and thanks for the great videos.
your correct. it's Great
Brilliant camera!!! never to be sold!!!
~ DITTO‼️ I can, and have, owned & shot with other more modern, expensive, “advanced” Fujifilm cameras in the past, & wound up with my favorite pair, an X-T1 (in that nifty gun metal option they offered on this model) & an X-E2 (same Trans2 generation innards as the X-T1). As an old school shooter (half of my shooting is done with vintage manual lenses) who doesn’t give a hoot about video or sports/action photography, I’m not sacrificing much of anything by not having the latest/greatest, but I would be sacrificing the use of my favorite sensor if I traded “up” from the Trans2. Besides that, I like the way the X-T1 sits &weighs in my hand more so than the overblown later examples
It is so so great to find a video that gets the exact feeling I have for my X-T1, Unfortunatly, just a couple months ago I bricked mine And just running out of time to find spare parts to fix it, Anyway thanks once more for publishing this video.
I didn't think I would see Murphy here
I downgraded from xt3 to xt1 because I love the sensor... Had a taste of xtrans 2 when I shot with XE2 and never got over it even as I kept upgrading to newer bodies.
I love mine, don't get me wrong but It's all nice until you get the very common issue with the rubber grip peeling off lol Or backlight bleed at the bottom if low light situation and you bring exposure up in post.
Thank you so much for sharing this nice video 👌👌👌
Thanks for inspiring me to use my XT1 in 2024 have a great year.......
Interesting about the X100T. Haven’t used mine in a while.
Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Hey, happy and healthy new year, Kentucky Man! Always enjoy your videos with real, non-upgraditis talk 👌🏼
I nearly bought an X-T1 recently, but went for an X-T2 in the end. I do agree that the colours and the texture of the X-Trans II seem nicer than the III, which in turn seem nicer then the IV. But build quality seems a bit higher on the X-T2 and I missed the familiar output of my former X-T20. Plus, for me, the improved AF is valuable at times.
Rock that T1, man.
All the best!
Thanks! You might have convinced me to get a macro lens for my Fuji now... :)
xf60 is such a sleeeeeper!
Amen to that.
Welcome back sirrrr.
Oh hey, it's Korey! Glad to see you're doing well!
X-T1 is a brilliant camera... but I didn't fall in love with it. For me there's something missing and I can't put my finger on what that is exactly.
I still love my X-E3 though. I don't see any reason to upgrade other than to get X-T2 or X-Pro2 for dual cards and better EVF. The X-Trans III checks all the boxes for me and paired with XF 35/1.4 it's more or less everything I need.
I wonder if Canon 5Dmk2 that I got myself for an absolute steal of a price could change that. Never had full frame before, maybe it'll manage to get me out shooting regularly again. (but still, I wouldn't even think to take that brick as a travel camera when I have my tiny fuji)
The 5D II is awesome!
awesome content! i just bought a xt1 and your video help me with the decision, could do some content about classic chrome? that would be great, thanks
The X-trans two is also my favorite sensor. I have the X70, the X-T10 and the X100T and love them. I gave my X-T1 to my girlfriend but it has been itching me to get another one lately 😅
I still use these cameras on weddings and portrait shoots mixed up with my X-T2, 3 and 5 and i always prefer the pictures from the X-trans two sensor somehow they look more organic, less digital
Long live the X-Trans II!
Amen to that!
Whaat!? The T1 has a video button?! Why did they drop that?
I like the colour aesthetics of the watch at 4:10.
In fact the colour aesthetics/matching sits well for most of your shots. ✓
XF60mm? Yes, underrated by what I see. I want an XC60mmF?.? LM R WR Macro new light plastic & smart version.
I've literally never paid attention to the fact the X-T1 has a dedicated video record button. I forget it's even capable of shooting video to be honest. Haha!
@@KentuckyMan30 Can the video button be customised like on the X-H2? If you never shoot video, it could still be used for something useful.
The X-T100 is much better for landscapes. I have both.
The camera is great but I don't like that Fujifilm slowly phased out extensive Kaizen updates with the recent cameras.
Maybe Kaizen is another way to say the camera was released before the kinks were ironed out.
Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
As a beginner amateur, still worth to buy a used X-T1 around 300 dollars? And what cheap lens to buy for mostly street photography?
The XT1 is a powerful camera. Produces very nice images. It is hampered by being 10 years old. Autofocus can be slow. Video isn’t the best. No IBIS. There is a reason the body sells at $300. If you want to learn on a slow machine, this is a good camera to learn with.
Street photography is what I do. Start with the 18-55. Gives you all the focal lengths you might want in one lens. OIS will help in low light shooting or video. Also available for ~$300 used. My two favorite focal length are 23(35) and 35(50). The chrons (23/2,35/2/50/2) should be the lenses you should consider first. Small. Fast. Lightweight. The 27 pancake lens is ~40mm full frame equivalent. The 18 is ~27mm equivalent but have no experience with this lens. The focal length is too wide for me.
Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
@@martingreenberg870 thank you the tips! :)
Can recommend lenses for beginners?
Tough question to answer not knowing what you like to shoot.
For me the best lens to start with is the 18-55mm kit lens. Sharp. Fast starting @ f2.8 but stopping down quickly from there. Very useful zoom range. OIS is helpful with the majority of older bodies lacking IBIS. Used you should fit the lens at ~$300 used. It isn’t tiny and lightweight like a M43 lens but is small enough not to overpower an XE body.
Figure out the lengths you like. Wide?Medium? Long? You have that with the 18-55.Then purchase primes. They are sharper. Faster. More expensive than zoom lenses. XC lenses are more plasticy than the XF lenses. That makes them cheaper and lighter. The glass is good.
Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Love this. I'm still on the search for a true pocket camera, though. I tried pairing my xt30 with a TTArtisans 25 f2. Still too big. I want something I can literally slip in my jeans pocket and forget about. (I'm considering the 27 pancake lens, but I doubt that'll be compact enough). Currently I'm using a canon power shot elph digicam I got practically for free from the Murphy's Camera bargain table to fill that role! But obviously has limitations. Any suggestions?
I would suggest the Fuji X70 or Ricoh GR line. I've found that the X100 series is just too big to be truly pocketable. You can get away with it if you have cargo pockets or something, but something like the X70 or GR line will work better.
Yes, I chose an RX100 IV for those pocketable chore events. I first bought & wanted to live the legendary Ricoh for its larger sensor, but couldn’t deal with a camera without an EVF, couldn’t & actually didn’t want to get used to hit, for, as an old school shooter, taking shots without a finder is just not enjoyable for me, but EyE gave it a shot. Love The RX100 for what it is, tho, more versatile than the Ricoh fer sure, & the 1” sensor is surprisingly good 👌
~ P.S. - If the pocket of whatever I’m wearing on a day I’m using a “pocketable” won’t comfortably seat the camera, I attach a very small, just large enough to fit the camera, case I slip onto my belt. Practically unnoticeable for most intents & purposes & much more comfortable than carrying it around in your pocket….. just sayin’ (& doin’ 😊)
@@raymeedc The GRiii/x is by far the smallest pocket sized camera you can buy. You can choose between the 28mm(iii) or 40mm(iiix) bodies. I have the XE2 and 28mm pancake lens. That is a small pairing.
Willing to go to M43? I love my GX85/9. Both have small lightweight bodies and a choice of small, light, sharp, fast, inexpensive lenses. Definitely jacket pocketable combinations. Love the L monochrome and L monochrome D jpegs more than Acros.
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