EyesUnclouded

Browsing in ebay, I came along this grip/L-plate: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/152145854497?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Mb.kinsman is this the same brand you purchased? Because, from the photos, this seems to fit the X-Pro2 perfectly; should it be a different or updated design?

Thank you for the feedbacck!! Just yesterday I was checking out an ebay listing for this grip and needed more info.

I have reviewed this lens here: http://www.eyesuncloudedphoto.com/blog/2015/11/19/samyang-100mm-ed-umc-f28-macro In fact, it was a Canon version, so I could adapt it to both the Fuji-X and m43 systems, but the optics and all operating parameters are the exact same (the rear part of the lens is just longer, for shorter flange distance systems, and this is true for all Samyangs). I was pleased but not extremely impressed with the lens, at least in comparison to the excellent 135mm. That said, I agree it would be a good addition to a Fuji shooter's bag, as long as it covers certain requirements.

Samyang announced a duo of lenses, their first with AF, for the Sony FE system. As it's traditional with them, other systems will most probably follow, and they are going to offer more lens options from their line in the future. Which Samyang lenses would you like to see as native options for the X-System, if this plan goes forward? My preferences would be for the 135mm f/2 and possibly the 85mm f/1.4.

Thank you! It would be great if more users would contribute with their own real life use reports, both in these threads and in the comment section on the blog. I'm sure Fuji is watching such reactions and it would possibly help solve problems faster.

Here is my real-life review on the warming issue. All comments highly appreciated: http://www.eyesuncloudedphoto.com/blog/2016/4/28/my-big-fat-x-pro2-heat-issue-report

Yes, you may be on something there. This is my report on the "warming" issue I just published on my blog. Would appreciate any comments from all members on this: http://www.eyesuncloudedphoto.com/blog/2016/4/28/my-big-fat-x-pro2-heat-issue-report

Don't get me wrong; I love what Sigma is doing for the last few years. But I don't feel the 1.8 zooms are actually "prime replacements" and this is how all of the people I know, who have the 18-35 on Canonikons think too. They will never be as sharp or have an equally great rendering as 1.4 or 1.8 primes in the same range and there are some optical faults at certain focal lengths. That said, I believe these are great lenses for video. In fact, many people adapt them, through Speedboosters, in other systems, such as m43.

Personally I'd welcome such a decision. A ultra sharp, f/2.5-2.8 macro at this equiv. focal length, would be great for close up portraits too.

Mirrorless, contrary to popular belief, is not about reduced size/weight only. If rumors are valid, the X-T2 will have to go up against cameras such as the D500 (or, at least, the 7Dmk2); namely "sports/action oriented" DSLRs. Even being larger than the X-T1 (dual card slot, need for better cooling, larger grip), it will, nevertheless, be significantly smaller/lighter overall than these systems. Perhaps a X-E2/X-T1 format camera is better for your needs, although I'm guessing the X-T2, with the appropriate lens selection wouldn't be far off either.

The "video-type" screen, is, in fact, the best possible solution overall, since it allows viewing at any angle AND can be rotated 180 degrees to protect the screen (and offer a clean look and more "pure photographic" experience, if desired).

With the X-Pro2, they kept it under wraps (VERY succesfully, I'll add) until the last second. For the X-T2, I'd speculate: 1) Announcement, probably with some product photos and specs, in late June 2) Get it in the hands of X-Photographers covering the Olympics; since this is supposed to be a sports as well as video oriented camera 3) Presentation of final product and availability announcement in Photokina 4) In stores 3-4 weeks later This will help to build up expectations in the public and give them enough time to iron-out possible bugs.

Actually, Photokina 2016. But actual release to the dealers will probably be near the Christmas season.

I'm noticing that reports of the reset issue have been practically eliminated with the firmware update, so I'm moving it to the "solved" category. Feedback from my national Fuji dealer is that the turn-on/off issue should be handled by the FU too, but there may be a connection to production batches, can't be 100% certain yet. Since I have my own X-Pro2 now, I'm going to be carefully evaluating for reported bugs. My very limited experience (only had it for a couple of days) is this: I used the camera for one full evening of shooting moving as well as subjects, coupled with the 50-140mm f/2.8. In many cases I used continuous wide tracking mode with high speed burst. Although the weather was quite warm, I noticed no significant temperature increase; no more than with the X-E2/X-T1 or, in fact, any other mirrorless camera I've used. Will continue to report on this and other issues.

Sorry, I don't get your reference, probably because I'm not American