Alexandre

Hey guys, First, I'm sorry for the long text, feel free to skip it I just want to share my saga today at the Mall I visited a few stores to check out the cameras and feel the grip, check the controls, lenses, etc. It was also interesting to hear the opinions of the sales team of each store. After reading some reviews, watching some videos, my idea was to check the X-T4, X-S10, X-E4, Z50, Z5 and A7III (I'm aware they are not in the same category, but still I wanted to check these). Olympus and Panasonic are not so strong where I live (I didn't see any of them in the stores, I can purchase them from Amazon or other online stores though). Somehow, Canon options were not there in my priority list. Store# 1: They tried to convince me that X-S10 with the standard lens kit (18-55mm) with a 35mm (F2) or even a 23mm (F2) would be the best option for my needs since I want to travel light, but take good landscape, city and portrait photos. I can take the X-S10 with these extra lenses for the same price of the X-T4. I must say I was amazed with the grip and how light it is, but a bit concerned with the Viewfinder, since it's small (I didn't test it properly though, since I didn't want to put my eyes in a display unit :). I know XT-4 is a beauty, weather sealed, makes video in 4K at 60, has those amazing analog controls, but the X-S10 is a really nice device. With all the cameras aforementioned, it was the best grip and feel in my hands. Store# 2: They didn't understand why I was looking at an APS-C camera. At the same price (more or less), they didn't understand what my doubt was between X-T4 or A7III. APS-C? Really? Of course they didn't say anything against APS-C sensor, but they suggested, or you go for X-S10 (cheaper) or, for the same price level, take the A7III, not the X-T4. I played a bit with the A7III and it was really good, besides having a bigger Viewfinder. Store# 3: It was not that different from Store # 2 storyline. Store# 4: Here was a bit different. I explained my needs (travel light, take good photos for landscape, portrait, low light, etc.). The salesperson took me directly to the Canon EOS R and EOS RP. I must say, it was the first time I tried those, they felt really good in my hands. Besides, they are offering a package, which the 50mm 1.8 is coming for free (for the EOS RP only). But the standard lens is the 24-105 F4-7.1 IS STM, which I learned is not so good at the 24-105 F4 IS USM. Opinions are welcome, though. So, in summary, after playing with different cameras today, my final list will be: X-T4 with XF18-55mm: USD 2,040 (or X-T4 with XF 16-80mm for USD 1,940). X-S10 with XF 18-55mm: USD 1,540 (USD 1,280 with XF 15-45 mm, USD 1,763 with XF 16-80mm). Don’t ask me why, but yes, it’s correct, the X-T4 with 16-80mm is cheaper, and the X-S10 is more expensive. With this camera, I would by a 23mm or 35mm or 50 mm. I also accept recommendations for the best cost-benefit for landscape and portrait. A7III (body only): USD 2,000. Canon EOS RP with 24-105MM F4-7.1 IS STM + 50mm 1.8: USD 1,550 Canon EOS R with 24-1055MM F4-7.1 IS STM: USD 1,980 I’m sorry for the long text, I really need some unbiased inputs, and yes, I’m really taking a long time to make a decision, because these cameras are not cheap 😊 Thanks, Alexandre

Hi, around USD 2,500.

Hello everybody, I would like some help for my first mirrorless purchase as well as some lens recommendation. Main usage will be for traveling (city and landscape), portrait and night photos. For example, I’m taking it with me to Italy next month, where I’ll be visiting cities, countryside and the coast. I’m aware this is an extensive range of options, but after a lot of research, this is my top 6 considering my budget (mentioned prices are just body): Nikon Z50 ($835) Nikon ZFC ($1,088) Fuji X-E04 ($898) Fuji X-T30 II ($702) Fuji X-T4 ($1,630) - above my budget, but manageable. Fuji X-S10 ($1,061) I understand just the last two ones haves IBIS on the camera, but I suppose this can be fixed with the lenses. I will get the camera + 1 or 2 lenses, any setup recommendation is welcome. Thanks, Alex