Hi Wayne, I found that the full frame cameras just offered too little improvement for the increase in size weight and cost. I recently tried to adopt a Z7II, but compared to the XT5 there just wasn't much in it. At 100% on a monitor it looked great and a little better than the XT5. But in 24x36 inch prints I could only see a slight improvement with 3x glasses on from 6 inches away. And my wife actually preferred the Fuji prints. I did as well, the tonality and colors were that nth degree better. But it really comes down to the glass these days, so I treated myself to the 16-55mm. Great tips on the woodland photography. We have tall pine forests here with a lot of scrub underneath, very difficult conditions. 🙂 But it could be worse... I could be in Kansas. (No offense to the Kansans out there. 🙂)
Hi Edward, those are very fair points and I agree that in many situations for many people they won't see a lot of difference. I think the Fuji XT cameras are very capable and produce great images, the XT5 looks fantastic. A bigger jump in sensor type is probably required in many cases to see substantial difference (again in certain situations and viewing situations). Good purchase on the 16-55mm lens! It's my most used lens on the XT cameras and I think it's a fantastic lens. Thanks, best wishes and enjoy that lens 😃
I think your advice at 2:40 is absolutely spot on, Wayne! Your stump shot was beautiful. You've helped me to see things I might have over looked in the past so, a big thank you sir! Please continue your excellent production work and the wonderful tips and teaching you offer. Just watched DPReviews final look at theXT-5. What are your thoughts and, are planning any shifts in equipment for 2023?
Thanks very much, I'm glad you enjoyed my video and that you feel it helped you! The X-T5 is a great camera and appears to be a good upgrade for users of previous XT cameras, or people buying their first XT camera. Unless you really want the screen design of the X-T4 for video it's a great buy. I will be using a new camera this year, most likely something I'll talk about in a future video.
@@WayneRobertsonPhotography I will be excited to hear of any new changes...especially if you gravitate away from the Fuji system. I think you know exactly what your looking for in a final production and you seem meticulous in your approach to your craft so, I respect the changes for what you intend them to do for your photogrpahy! Best wishes for 2023. I'm looking forward to your productions!
Good tips Wayne. Not everyday is “perfect”. Thanks for sharing and as always, keep snapping…
Thanks Alan much appreciated! If we only took photos when conditions were perfect we’d have a lot less practice that’s for sure 🙂
Hi Wayne, I found that the full frame cameras just offered too little improvement for the increase in size weight and cost. I recently tried to adopt a Z7II, but compared to the XT5 there just wasn't much in it. At 100% on a monitor it looked great and a little better than the XT5. But in 24x36 inch prints I could only see a slight improvement with 3x glasses on from 6 inches away. And my wife actually preferred the Fuji prints. I did as well, the tonality and colors were that nth degree better. But it really comes down to the glass these days, so I treated myself to the 16-55mm.
Great tips on the woodland photography. We have tall pine forests here with a lot of scrub underneath, very difficult conditions. 🙂 But it could be worse... I could be in Kansas. (No offense to the Kansans out there. 🙂)
Hi Edward, those are very fair points and I agree that in many situations for many people they won't see a lot of difference. I think the Fuji XT cameras are very capable and produce great images, the XT5 looks fantastic. A bigger jump in sensor type is probably required in many cases to see substantial difference (again in certain situations and viewing situations). Good purchase on the 16-55mm lens! It's my most used lens on the XT cameras and I think it's a fantastic lens. Thanks, best wishes and enjoy that lens 😃
I think your advice at 2:40 is absolutely spot on, Wayne! Your stump shot was beautiful. You've helped me to see things I might have over looked in the past so, a big thank you sir! Please continue your excellent production work and the wonderful tips and teaching you offer. Just watched DPReviews final look at theXT-5. What are your thoughts and, are planning any shifts in equipment for 2023?
Thanks very much, I'm glad you enjoyed my video and that you feel it helped you! The X-T5 is a great camera and appears to be a good upgrade for users of previous XT cameras, or people buying their first XT camera. Unless you really want the screen design of the X-T4 for video it's a great buy. I will be using a new camera this year, most likely something I'll talk about in a future video.
@@WayneRobertsonPhotography I will be excited to hear of any new changes...especially if you gravitate away from the Fuji system. I think you know exactly what your looking for in a final production and you seem meticulous in your approach to your craft so, I respect the changes for what you intend them to do for your photogrpahy! Best wishes for 2023. I'm looking forward to your productions!
Thanks! It will be another Fuji - watch this space… And good luck for your photography in 2023!