I recently acquired an XA2, and yes without the flash it’s surprisingly small. Your methodology of focusing make allot of sense. Half people full length people or landscape is easy to understand vs converting from meters to feet. Thanks for the tip
Very interesting video your obviously very passionate about the Olympus xa2 I bought a second hand xa many years ago and it produced great results it's technically better than the xa2 but slower to use then I spotted a xa 2 with a broken flash but still in good working order for 9 euros I picked it up but have not yet put a film through it deeming it a lesser camera than my xa however after seeing your video and explanation I feel compelled to shoot with it the Olympus lenses are great and maitani a genius engineer today I shoot mainly Fuji digital but own a few film cameras it was impossible for me to own when they came out good shooting
One of the great all time cameras. I’m not a street photographer ; in fact I hate the term because it usually implies random or in-your-face photos. That said, this is a really good stealth tool. I can sit outside at Starbucks, place it on the table as I sip my coffee and snap an occasional photo. The lens is wide enough that your can get the shot without bringing the camera to your eye.
I love the XA series of cameras. I've just received my XA4 which was missing from my collection. My XA2 is the camera that I used to take around the most. Let's see if the XA4 is the new daily carry.
This is perfect as I just bought this today. Shot my first roll and gave it for development straight away. I am amazed at how quiet this is and you are so right that this is a true point and shoot as you can just capture that decisive moment so easily. AF point and shoots apart from taking time to focus also make a bit of noise so not ideal for street photography.
Love how you describe this camera. I like it because of how you said, just pull it out, shoot, move on. You can't do that with auto focus or manual as easily. I have a couple of different cameras but the XA2 is my go to for a lot of situations. Great review. I'm subscribed.
Great video! I just found the xa2 at my grandpa's house in a box with still a filmrol inside of it from at least 25 years old! I'm really glad that I can shoot on a family camera. I had a mju II for over a year and i love the workflow of the xa2 way more!
Interesting thoughts on the Olympus XA2, like you say I think it is very underrated. I've had a few different mju models and enjoy using them, I currently have an mju zoom 105. I've added your channel, hopefully you'll connect with another retro 35mm film photographer 📸? I'll have a read up on Yoshihisa Maitani the inventor of these cameras.
Thanks for the video, and I took a look on ebay. The prices are a little high for a good looking XA2 that works. A lot of them are parts cameras. So I tried another search. I typed in zone focus cameras. One of the first camera to pop up was the Minolta Hi-Matic G. There is a very good video done by EduardoPavezGoye for this camera. I seen one on ebay that looks good to me. The seller is asking $26. I am going to pull the trigger.
This is definitely my next film camera !! I have the Canon sureshot but this camera is something I’ve been wanting for a very long time. If you don’t mind me asking where did you get it from ?
I also have the Canon Sure Shot Supreme with its amazingly sharp lens. My only issues with it are the weight, the squishy shutter button and the tiny flash bypass button.
@@donovanchin ya I can agree with the Weight of the camera . And my flash is okay on mine, but also I don’t know how to use the delft timer on the camera can you help me with that ?
what film speed would you recommend for the camera? I use 200 on most of my film cameras, and I have xa3 coming in the mail (which is basically same as xa2 with dx coding plus few other things). I heard 400 is sweet spot for it?
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I recently acquired an XA2, and yes without the flash it’s surprisingly small.
Your methodology of focusing make allot of sense. Half people full length people or landscape is easy to understand vs converting from meters to feet. Thanks for the tip
I still have one I bought in Japan in 1985 or thereabouts, I’m going to start using it again!
Very interesting video your obviously very passionate about the Olympus xa2 I bought a second hand xa many years ago and it produced great results it's technically better than the xa2 but slower to use then I spotted a xa 2 with a broken flash but still in good working order for 9 euros I picked it up but have not yet put a film through it deeming it a lesser camera than my xa however after seeing your video and explanation I feel compelled to shoot with it the Olympus lenses are great and maitani a genius engineer today I shoot mainly Fuji digital but own a few film cameras it was impossible for me to own when they came out good shooting
One of the great all time cameras. I’m not a street photographer ; in fact I hate the term because it usually implies random or in-your-face photos. That said, this is a really good stealth tool. I can sit outside at Starbucks, place it on the table as I sip my coffee and snap an occasional photo. The lens is wide enough that your can get the shot without bringing the camera to your eye.
I love the XA series of cameras. I've just received my XA4 which was missing from my collection. My XA2 is the camera that I used to take around the most. Let's see if the XA4 is the new daily carry.
Oohhh! I heard the XA 4 is the hardest to find. Congratulations!!
This is perfect as I just bought this today. Shot my first roll and gave it for development straight away. I am amazed at how quiet this is and you are so right that this is a true point and shoot as you can just capture that decisive moment so easily. AF point and shoots apart from taking time to focus also make a bit of noise so not ideal for street photography.
Think I need to get one, seems perfect for hiking due to its compactness.
Love how you describe this camera. I like it because of how you said, just pull it out, shoot, move on. You can't do that with auto focus or manual as easily. I have a couple of different cameras but the XA2 is my go to for a lot of situations. Great review. I'm subscribed.
Love Love Love your photos going to go see more on your iG. I am about to buy the XA and happy to find your channel.
Great video! I just found the xa2 at my grandpa's house in a box with still a filmrol inside of it from at least 25 years old! I'm really glad that I can shoot on a family camera. I had a mju II for over a year and i love the workflow of the xa2 way more!
Have you developed the film??😮
I have an XA and I love it! The picture quality is so sharp for such a small baby of a camera
Indeed this series is amazinng!
Interesting thoughts on the Olympus XA2, like you say I think it is very underrated.
I've had a few different mju models and enjoy using them, I currently have an mju zoom 105.
I've added your channel, hopefully you'll connect with another retro 35mm film photographer 📸?
I'll have a read up on Yoshihisa Maitani the inventor of these cameras.
Been thinking of getting one, now you really helped me decided to get it. Thanks for the video!
Yeah!!! Glad it helped!!!
Thanks for the video, and I took a look on ebay. The prices are a little high for a good looking XA2 that works. A lot of them are parts cameras. So I tried another search. I typed in zone focus cameras. One of the first camera to pop up was the Minolta Hi-Matic G. There is a very good video done by EduardoPavezGoye for this camera. I seen one on ebay that looks good to me. The seller is asking $26. I am going to pull the trigger.
Nice review. Have you tried the Olympus XA? It’s the rangefinder version.
Definitely read about him. Wonderful Designer.
I’ve been thinking of trying film out and now I want one of these to try out.
You really should!!
I swear by the XA2, it's in my everyday carry next to my one step +
Solid work 💪
Just found out about this video, I got my XA3 and it's almost the same as the XA2 they say
This is definitely my next film camera !! I have the Canon sureshot but this camera is something I’ve been wanting for a very long time. If you don’t mind me asking where did you get it from ?
Im glad you’re interested in this camera. I bought mine at a market in London.
@@outshootingfilm6401 aww man you are very lucky I can’t find any here in California
I also have the Canon Sure Shot Supreme with its amazingly sharp lens. My only issues with it are the weight, the squishy shutter button and the tiny flash bypass button.
@@donovanchin ya I can agree with the Weight of the camera . And my flash is okay on mine, but also I don’t know how to use the delft timer on the camera can you help me with that ?
what film speed would you recommend for the camera? I use 200 on most of my film cameras, and I have xa3 coming in the mail (which is basically same as xa2 with dx coding plus few other things). I heard 400 is sweet spot for it?
Natural video, I like it 🤛👍
what are your thoughts of the olympus pen ees-2? thanks!
Hmm I've never tried. The idea of trying half frame camera is both excited and exhausting trying to shoot more to finish a roll hahahahaha
love ur vids!! :)
Which is better the XA2 or XA and why?
XA is a rangefinder while XA2 is a zone focusing camera. Both is a great camera depending on what you're comfortable with.
Where are you getting your music for your videos??
I used Thematic for my music. The link is in the description box.
its a f3.5 not 2.8