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Does this really matter? Any current model full frame or "crop" sensor camera is capable of excellent results. Who cares what format takes the photograph? Sure there are some differences but how often do you push the camera to extremes? I occasionally print my photographs, typically in the 11 x 14 to 16 x 20 range, not larger. I have photographs on the wall from a D70, D300, D700, D800, and X-T1. No one who looks at them can tell a difference between the different cameras or formats. Just recently I sold my D800 and picked up a Df because I found that 36MP was overkill for me. The 16MP cameras are just perfect. You are unlikely to ever notice a difference in image quality between a D750 and X-T2. Sure the cameras are different - size, weight, resolution, autofocus - but the image quality of each is more than capable.

Fuji lenses are great. Dynamic range is fine. From a standpoint of image quality, you can't go wrong with any of the top Fuji X camera offerings. Have you used a rangefinder camera before? Form is something to consider. I've used a Nikon DSLR for over a decade - from D70 to now a D800. Before that Minolta film SLRs for well over a decade. A few years ago I bought my first Fuji, an X-E1. Good camera, but I never got completely comfortable with it. Now I have an X-T1. It just feels much, much better. I can't explain why except that it feels more like a SLR and DSLR. And the EVF is a major step up from the X-E1. If possible go try out an X-Pro 2 and X-T1 in a local store and see which you prefer from a size, balance, and handling standpoint. That will help you decide more than anything.

While traveling, how often do you shoot 24mm to 28mm, and 80mm to 120mm, full frame? That's about what you'll miss using the 18-55 instead of your 24-120? I have a 14, 18-55, 23, and 90. Together these more than cover my needs while traveling. If you want to select two lenses at most, small and light, I'd take the 18-55 and select the second lens based on destination and anticipated subjects. I have a D800 and had a 24-120/4. It was my full frame travel lens, before I sold it. After I picked up the 18-55 (first on my X-E1 and now on my X-T1), the 24-120/4 just sat on the shelf gathering dust.

With my X-T1 I shoot mostly travel and family, some landscape, no wildlife or sports. I have four XF lenses: 14, 18-55, 23, and 90. I could be talked into getting a 56, but I really don't need it.

How you set up your X-T1 will be dependent upon what you shoot (street vs. landscape vs. wildlife, etc.), under what conditions (good light, poor light, etc.) and how (handheld, tripod). One of the benefits of the X-T1 is that the significant shooting parameters (aperture, shutter, and ISO) are accessible by lens and/or dial without requiring diving into the menus. Spend some time learning the different film simulations and adjustments to find what works for you based on your shooting style. Garrett

Another option is to try a close up diopter, such as a Canon 500D, Nikon 4T, or Nikon 6T. I don't have a dedicated macro lens. When I need to shoot as close as possible, I use a telephoto lens on extension tubes, on a tripod or some other form of support. When I want the option to shoot handheld and closer than a lens will normally allow, I use a filter. I have a Nikon 4T, which fits 52mm filter threads. I use it on old manual focus Nikon lenses. I believe the Nikon 6T fits 62mm threads, and the 500D comes in different sizes. I'm sure you could find one to fit your zoom.

Not certain about all lenses, but this is possible. The default X-T1 setting is for the front dial to control the shutter and the rear dial to control aperture. You can flip this in the setup menu under the button/dial setting. I flipped my X-T1 to match my D800. Front dial controls aperture; rear dial controls shutter speed. Admittedly on my Fuji I always control aperture by the lens ring.

X-T1, 14 / 23 / 90. Done. Along with my 18-55.

My original intent was to get an X-T2, upgrading from an X-E1. After further thought, I decided that the X-T2's improvements over the X-T1, whatever they might be, are unlikely to be essential to my shooting. Really the X-T1 is all that I need. So about two weeks ago I bought a used X-T1 and, with the money I theoretically saved, an XF 90. No regrets whatsoever.

Last week I bought an excellent condition/like new black X-T1 on eBay for $740. Fred Miranda and eBay prices are in the mid to upper $700s. $800 seems like a fair price if in excellent condition, particularly since you're dealing locally. KEH is perhaps the largest and most reputable dealer of used equipment. BH, Adorama, Cameta, and Roberts are also good used resellers.