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  1. Nick05
    Hi Binary, Sorry for the late reply. I had to send the camera in to Fujifilm for repair twice. The first time they could not replicate the problem so they cleaned the camera and sent it back. It worked for a few minutes and the issue occurred again so I took video of it and called support who asked me to also send them the video along with the camera. I believe it was the top plate they replaced, but don't recall. The camera has since worked fine.
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    I've had a few issues with the third party batteries in my X-T2/X-Pro2. I ended up buying new S batteries for spares and they work great. I have a few of the original, but have just use them for the X-Pro2 mostly. The few ocassions where I used them in the X-T2, I've not noticed any issues. It sort of seemed like it may have died quicker, but I haven't used them enough to know for sure.
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    That is what I use and I have not noticed a color shift problem. To be completely honest, I have not used them with my X-T2 as of yet; only my X-Pro2 and previous X-T1.
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    Fuji IR

    Nick05 replied to Enzio's topic in Misc

    I went to Paynes Prairie in Gainsville, FL today and took a few more. Florida's Buffalo herd in Infrared by Brian Nicklaus, on Flickr Gainsville, FL looking otherworldly by Brian Nicklaus, on Flickr
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    Fuji IR

    Nick05 replied to Enzio's topic in Misc

    Thanks Neil! I followed you. Feel free to follow me if you like. I'm planning on taking infrared photos more frequently now. Previously I had an infrared converted Lumix m4/3 camera. While I was happy with the camera, I hated having to carry two of everything. I also only had two lenses for the lumix. Having the converted X-E2 is so much easier.
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    Fuji IR

    Nick05 replied to Enzio's topic in Misc

    I finally had a chance to send my X-E2 off to Life Pixel and just received it back yesterday. I went out and took a couple test shots today.
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    "Still happens"? If this has been a problem previously for you as well, it may be caused by something other than firmware. Are you using the "S" batteries? Are you using fast, quality memory cards? I've read these two things causing problems for other X-T2 users. My X-T2 will burn through a Wasabi battery in about 15-30 minutes of shooting but that battery still works fine in older cameras so it seems the X-T2 has a few requirements that the other cameras did not.
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    We don't know how long it will take to release the X-T3. Manufacturers are waiting longer on the top end models to introduce their replacements. The X-T2 is also still backordered at many places. I tend to shoot mostly wildlife and landscape too and the improvements in the X-T2 over the X-T1 for that type of photography are, in my opinion, rather significant. It is all the small advances that make the camera easier and more enjoyable to use. Being able to tilt the LCD screen vertically as well, the joystick for moving focus points, the extra focus points, being able to select a much smaller focus point, and the AF speed for acquisition and tracking is greatly improved. IQ wise, the color processor is better. The click on/off locking buttons on the dials are also a nice improvement on usability. Of course these things don't matter to everyone, but for me they were improvements that make the X-T2 an amazing camera.
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    I have the booster grip, left it on 8FPS, and turned on boost mode. The blackout freeze time is no different than the mirror movement on a DSLR that I am noticing. I may be more used to it now, but I'm guessing you may be trying to shoot faster than the 8FPS which is probably the cause.
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    I have heard good things about the cheaper XC lenses, but I would also recommend the XF18-55mm. It is surprisingly good as a kit lens and has a larger aperture than the XC16-50mm. The image quality of the XC16-50mm may be fine, but you will really appreciate the XF18-55mm for shooting in lower light, moving subjects, and more subject isolation with the shallower depth of field. The build quality of the XF18-55mm is also better. When it comes to the telephoto zooms, the XF55-200mm becomes similarly priced to the XC50-230mm during the lens sales Fuji does in the United States (not sure about in Germany). I hope you are enjoying your time here in the US. I hope to get to Germany to visit someday. You have some amazing architecture and so much to see.
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    I completely understand that. I own it, and like it, but don't love it. I really don't understand why they didn't put a marked aperture ring on it. I'm planning on getting the 16mm for similar reasons you mentioned.
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    When I was shooting Canon, I really liked the 24mm focal range. It is what I shot most landscapes at so I am planning on buying the 16mm F/1.4 on the next lens sale. Regarding the 23mm F/2, it is a great lens and appears to be optically corrected. The people you hear complaining about it and mostly complaining because they like to complain. It can be a little soft at F/2 when focusing at the minimum focusing distance which is quite close. Since you seem to be undecided on the focal length, would you consider the 10-24mm F/4? Yes, it is a little bigger than the F/2 prime line, however it is not huge, doesn't weigh a lot, and covers the entire wide range. Instead of carrying a couple small lenses, you would only need to carry one lens so that could be the trade off on the size/weight.
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    I go back and forth between the X-T2 and X-Pro2. There is a difference in the EVF size, but I find the X-Pro2 perfectly usable. The X-T1 & X-T2 do spoil you, but I don't think you will notice much difference after a short while. I upgraded from the X-T1 to the X-Pro2 and didn't miss the EVF. The only other things you may consider is the ISO dial and the physical size.
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    I have the 90mm and 2 of the 11mm and 1 of the 16mm extension tubes. The 90mm works really well with them. The only issue with using extension tubes over macro lenses is that you lose focus range. If you're staying at a set distance this won't matter, but if youre walking through nature taking photos at various distances, it can get a little tiring removing and/or adding the tubes. I also hear the 55-200mm works really well with the extension tubes, but I have not tried it yet.
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    I really like the 100-400mm. I use it a lot for wildlife and birds. I have not yet tried it for sports, but I've been very happy with it tracking birds in flight. I've just been using the standard tracking as I haven't had any issues with it tracking. I played with the other modes briefly, but the standard one is hitting at 90% or more keeper rate. It is overall pretty sharp, though it is not as sharp as some of the other Fujifilm lenses. I would say it is as good as or better than other comparable lenses from other brands. I have the Nikon 200-500mm and it is significantly heavier, slower AF, and not quite as sharp. My only complaint, and minor complaint, is I think the OIS isn't quite as good as it could be. Maybe it is me or just perception, but I feel like I can handhold the 200-500mm at a lower shutter speed than the 100-400. One other note, as to be expected, adding the teleconverter to it does slow down the AF some.
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    I have the X-T2 and the same lens, well probably too many lenses, but have not experienced this. The AF is very accurate, almost all the time. The only time the camera misses is when it hits a nearby obstacle instead, such as when trying to focus on a bird in a tree with a lot of nearby small branches. I have two X-T2 bodies, and they both perform the same. I wonder if there are a few out there with problems or if some are being impacted by a firmware bug. I've even been shooting birds in flight with the highest AF accuracy I've experienced; around 90+%. I'd be on the phone with Fujifilm if I was experiencing that issue. The trees could potentially be excusable if it was a one of, but that house shouldn't have any issue at all. According to FujiRumors, there should be an updated firmware soon. If that doesn't solve it, I'd recommend calling and sending the camera in for a check.
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    I will start by saying I have never been to Vietnam, so I am not familiar with the what you would need to be prepared for to shoot. With that said, the 50-140mm is a great lens, but it is quite large and I would probably leave that lens at home unless there was a specific use for it. I think the 16 would be a must. I would also take the 23 and 35 and probably the 90. It would be difficult to choose between the 90 and the 56, but the 90 would give you a telephoto if needed. If you only wanted to take three lenses, I'd bring the 16 and your two favorite focal lengths. For bodies, I'd bring both if you can. I read a post recommending you always take two bodies with when going on a major trip where photography will be a primary focus as if one body malfunctions, you want to have a backup.
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    The same could be said about any other consumer product. I personally would prefer to own something above my ability than below it. Personally, I think that most people buy with the intention of being able to grow into it or the idea that if they some day need the feature it will be there. Between this forum, Fuji Rumors, and PetaPixel there seems to be a lot of people commenting about people buying cameras above their skill set. I even read one comment that said you shouldn't be able to buy a high end camera unless you are a professional. Wouldn't that be almost the same as saying if you are not a professional chef, you shouldn't be able to buy a nice oven/stove and limit your cooking to Microwaves and toaster ovens? Sure, a professional chef could even make a nice meal over a camp fire so the cooking device doesn't matter as much as the person behind it but sometimes the convenience is nice. I agree there are a lot of people who buy something just to have it, but I don't understand why that matters. These people most likely tend to buy the Sony cameras more as they are buying spec sheets and the all the physical dials of the Fuji confuse them.
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    If they follow their past sale prices, the X-T10 was $100 off so I would expect that be the case with the X-T20 (though it will likely not be part of the first sale, but you never know because they did promote the X-T2 with grip already). The X-T10 would likely drop by $200 similar to the X-E2 making it about $200-$300 cheaper than the X-T20. They do sell out of some items, but unless they are discontinued and completely out, you can still order them.
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    B&H has always participated in the sales in the US. Amazon does as well, but they don't seem to offer the package discounts where if you buy two select items together for a bigger discount like the XF50-140mm + 1.4x teleconverter. The X-T20 is not likely to part of the next sale as it is just beginning to ship. Same with the 50mm f/2. I've been eagerly waiting for the next one myself. I think they usually have one in the spring.
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    Pelican Untitled Great Blue Heron
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    Great Egret
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    I was talking to someone yesterday who just bought an X-T2 and your book. I don't think she had a chance to read it yet, but it was nice to hear about the support for you. I know it takes a lot of effort and I appreciate the first looks, reviews, and tips.
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    Though I am very interested in the camera, I am not preordering it. For me, photography is a "very expensive" hobby and I originally bought into the X system for the compactness and great image quality. I have since sold all my Canon gear (technically i have one lens left) and have acquired just about everything I need (want) for my Fuji. The GFX would end up being primarily used for landscape. With most of my landscape photos resulting from traveling, it would start to defeat the purpose of my switch to Fuji. It would also mean carrying around different lenses, batteries, and chargers unless I used the GFX for everything. I certainly don't need it, but I want it. Maybe I will just rent it when I want to use it.
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    I live in a high humidity area and never had any issues with my X-E2 or X100T with the humidity so you would probably be fine. I think you would need to consider the larger EVF, larger buffer, and the joystick all as considerations too to justify the price difference.
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