Antoine B

Well, it there are many adapters for full frame lenses to GF mount... But I don't know what the coverage would become, indeed. Hence the question on this forum 😅

Hello, Maybe a stupid question, but is there any chance (and would it make sense) to see an adapter for fujinon x-mount lenses to the GF mount? Several x-mount lenses have a reputation for extreme sharpness and resolution, so I guess the glass quality may be enough to justify a 50mpx sensor. But not sure if such adaptation would be technically doable. Given the price gap between GF and X-mount lenses it would allow some nice cost savings when complementing a X-mount setup with a GF body.

Hi, I wonder if anyone had the chance to try the WCL-X100 and TCL-X100 on the X70. The mount is the same as the WCL-X70 so it's technically possible, although I guess the distortion will be quite an issue... Any interesting feedback? Cheers Antoine

Still, I can't stop thinking about the need for an updated version of the 10-24, in a XF Pro mode. Maybe a shorter range, but a larger aperture. Absolutely need the WR and a marked aperture ring... That would trigger my GAS!

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Ah yes, the next one... I purchased the 16-55 f2.8 with my X-E2 and it's an excellent all-rounder. Then I added the 55-200 before going on vacation and it gave great opportunities to shoot nice animal pictures. Now I am selling my X100s (AF too slow, no wifi, although great image quality) and I am trying to figure out which compact prime to buy in exchange... Maybe the 35mm f2 and/or the 18mm f2.8? 35mm is a bit tight, but at least it allows some portraits without being too close (and invasive).

I had the same question a few months ago and went for a used X-E2. It always depends on the condition and price, but in general, second-hand is better for the earth and the wallet, no? :-)

I would definitely welcome a new version of the X100 including the new 24MP sensor, weather-sealing and a better EVF. Not absolutely crucial, but that would make me think about upgrading from the X100s

Hi I have the 16-55 on a X-e2 and although the weight was a concern at first, with the thumb rest it's completely fine. Image quality is very good and the comfort of a zoom is priceless when dealing with kids...

I thought about that for a long time too and finally chose to go for the X-E2. With the firmware 4.0, there are virtually no software differences between the T1, the E2 and the T10. But I like the form factor of the E2 better, especially the EVF in the corner rather than in the center. And it's quite cheap to get a X-E2 second hand these days.

Yes, Sony has an attractive offer these days, and they are working hard, which is good for the users at the end. What keeps me looking toward Fuji are: - The aperture ring and shutter speed nob: this is what all cameras should use, in my opinion - The film simulations: so fun! - The slightly more compact package of APS-C But hey, that's personal...

Hi, I have the chance to work 5 minutes away from the Fuji showroom in Tokyo :-) Meaning I could play quite a bit with the T1 and Pro2. I guess there are very different criteria depending on the people, but here's my take: The Pro2 + has a wonderful joystick (really a game changer, although just a small bit of plastic) + a good VF (I love the fact it is on the left corner, as I shoot with my right eye and have a relatively long nose, I guess) - although the grip is better than the Pro1, it is still very unpractical and uncomfortable (at least for me), especially with larger lenses. And I don't like much the idea of adding a heavy grip to change that... - no tilt screen is a bit disappointing, although I understand the reasons Personally I chose to take some time to wait for the T2 and see if they add the joystick and improve the grip... Even the T1's grip is rather small: I'd love it if they designed something close to the Sony A7 II of the Panasonic GX8. Anyway, it's a personal decision at the end so you need to spend time in a store playing with the Pro2 to make sure.

I also played with it a bit this weekend and I agree with your points. The joystick is really really a big improvement. I was also surprise at the relative lightness of the camera, given the large size. Maybe we use too many super compact bodies with lots of stuff crammed in... Still not too sure how comfortable this body will be with zooms though: will try it with the 16-55 f2.8 later this week.

That's exactly what I mean by asking openly other people's experience. There are several ways to build a set of lenses so that I can pick-up something that matches the needs for that day. So yes big zooms are not so nice for street :-) I am not looking for a swiss-knife all-in-one lens, and I don't plan to carry the whole set all the time with me. As for macro and architecture, I don't really do any such photography (just the occasional shot, when something shows up). I think the thread so far has been quite fruitful (at least for me), although I still need a little bit of research and trials. cheers

Thanks Milandro for this feedback. You make an interesting point regarding the 10-24mm: this lens purpose is really at the widest focal lengths, which means the zoom aspect is less important. The 14mm of 12mm then become quite handy (lighter and brighter, although without OIS).

Thanks to all of you for these interesting feedbacks. I think for flexibility outside the 18-135 will be quite useful indeed => that one make it to the short list For the wide side, I'll probably have to test the 12mm, 14mm and 10-24mm to make a decision. As for the dark side, I already have the X100s with the TCL, so maybe only the 56mm would be enough. Cheers!!

Hello, I know a choice of lenses is a very personal question, but I am hesitating so much that I thought I would ask the question here. I am a weekend shooter, using today a X100s with the two converters, for landscape and my family in context (out, indoor, etc), or whatever I am visiting or wandering by (street, night, whatever I like). So pretty polyvalent and not very skilled in photography. But definitely enthousiast ! Anyway, the X100s is a great camera, but the converters can be a bit annoying (slow focus, distortion if you forget to change the settings...). so I'd like to complement the X100s (maybe sell the converters) with a X-T1 or X-E2 (I love the EVF to be on the left side, not centered) plus lenses. However, I am struggling to choose a set of lenses and can't afford (time and money) to try everything. By the way, the objective is not to bring everything together at the same time, but to have a good polyvalent set to chose from when grabbing the camera. Option 1: 10-24mm + 18-135mm + one or two fast primes for dark times (I'd love to try the 35 f1.4 or the 56mm) I love wide shots and the 18-135 seems a nice swiss knife for times outside with little chance to change lenses. Option 2: 16-55 f2.8 + 55-200mm for the times were longer is better :-) Not sure if the 16-55 can be polyvalent to the point it makes fast primes irrelevant... I love bokeh, so maybe not... Or any other option? The 14mm has an excellent reputation, the 18-55mm seems also a good deal (maybe too short to be really useful though) The 23mm is not really necessary as the X100s already includes a wonderful 23mm lens and I plan to keep it. Any comment or experience from similar users would be helpful ! Cheers Antoine

X100W would be great, with tilting screen too, please...

If the wonderful Fuji glass and colors weren't already enough, the controls are certainly a deal-maker with Fuji for me. Since I got my X100s I can't imagine going back to the PSTM style dials: direct access to speed and aperture is so much nicer. X-Pro 2 is certainly worth the wait (new sensor, recruter...)

Interesting reading, but I'm still not sure between the 18-135mm and the 16-55mm... Probably need to rent both to decide! One is longer, the other wider, one is stabilized, the other faster (and constant aperture): why do I have to choose between such criteria? If anyone has tried both, is there a real difference in IQ (I'm not a pro)? Isn't it a bit bothersome to have a non-marked aperture ring on the 18-135mm? It feels I'll have to check the screen every time...

That's exactly what I was thinking! I haven't had the chance yet to try all the Fuji lenses, but I think I'm going to buy the X-T1 with 18-135 and 10-24 to complement my X100s. Only my bank (and my wife) might disapprove...

Thanks for all the work. On the lens side, do yo think there is any chance that Fuji updates the 10-24mm in the short-medium term? This lens is great but seems now a bit strange, without WR or graded aperture ring... It would be great if Fuji could update it and bring it into the "pro" zooms category.

Interesting post, as I am getting through the exact same questions! I have a slightly smaller budget than you, but I already have a X100s. The problem is that for travel it's not always enough: the fix lens is excellent, but the lack of zoom is often an issue when pressed by time... So far I've decided to go for the X-T1 with the 18-135, to have the maximum flexibility, including when needing WR. The X100s covers the 23mm focal. The TCL converter on the X100s could cover the 35mm focal (although I'll probably fall for the wonderful 35mm f1.4 one day). Then it's about the ultra-wide side: on this I'm still hesitating between the 10-24mm and the 14mm... I may choose to rent them to decide. Why are you looking at the 12mm rather than Fujinon options? Price? Anyway, the two bodies is certainly a good piece of advice (as many stated above) and you should probably look at the X100s as it's getting cheaper and cheaper second hand since the release of the X100T. I'll make my decision within the next two weeks, but please keep us posted on what you decide after all! Cheers

The timing will have to be perfect, as you can only climb for 2-3 months in the summer. And I'm not too sure about the network at the top (although there is a ramen shop, so maybe ok)

This converter is a complete "must-have" for the X100 series, unless you already sport the XF35mm on a Fuji ILC model. I love mine very much!