[jazzbuddah]

Well, I was getting ready to pull the trigger on the XT3 when I found that it is manufactured in China.

I don't see the logic (other than profit) for Fuji taking it's flagship model to China when the previous XT's and 100's are made in Japan.

That was a selling point for me switching to Fuji in the first place!

I had a hard enough time accepting that my 18-135 was manufactured in China, and I make sure any primes I buy now are from Japan.

This may be moot to some, but it is a deal breaker for me.

I guess it will be the XT2 for me now.

[jazzbuddah]

Thank you ErikN.

That is the kind of advice and knowledge I need to help me make a decision.

I don't have a store close so as to compare first hand, but it seems a wise decision to to go ahead with the XT3.

I deal mostly with Adorama, and they are great for allowing time to see if a purchase is what I was expecting.

I guess it is time to consider which prime is next on my list.

Thanks again

[jazzbuddah]

I need advice.

I presently have an xt1 and x100s. I had an x100f, but it was stolen. However, I like my x100s better for a few reasons.

My advice is on whether I should upgrade to the newest xt3

I know there are the technical reasons, but I like the weight and feel of my xt1.

I am aware of the weight and size increases of Fuji's newest xt, and being happy with what I have, I am concerned that I will not be quite so happy with any changes.

I use the camera for travel and backcountry landscapes mostly, so weight an size do matter.

With grand children just coming in to the picture, and an increasing fondness or close-up work, I wonder if the xt3 will make me want to grab and shoot like the xt1 and x100s have.

My lenses for the xt1 are limited to the 35 F2, 16-55, and 18-135 zooms, but I'm going back to more primes, which I prefer. I am planning on selling both zooms strictly because of the size and weight. 

I have gotten some terrific shots with the 18-135 in my travels, however.

I realize I am somewhat rambling with my thoughts, but advice and counsel would surely be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.