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  1. Aswald
    No, it's definitely not. I shot with a Leica Q recently and between the two, the Pro1 gives a closer rendition to the Leica. Just wanting to lessen my list of gears as I have too many. And concentrate on taking more photographs.
  2. Aswald
    That's a lot of images!
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    So, I was thinking of letting go of my Pro1 after I got my Pro2 but I really love the somewhat softer rendition of the Pro1. Apart from my own comparison I decided to click on the net. And found this post.... http://fujifilm-x.com/x-stories/x-pro1-to-x-pro2-by-knut-koivisto/ I always love the simplicity of Knut's work. After reading this post, I'm even more confused as I love the rendition of both the Pro1 and 2.
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    Some of their work are astounding.
  5. Aswald
    64, 64 or 64,32,32 Memory cards do get corrupted even though it's rare nowadays. I carry 64, 64 and 32 as back up.
  6. Aswald
    Looks very interesting. Love the dusty environment! Anyone in Nevada? Let's aim for Burning Man 2017! http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-26590/30-amazing-photos-that-will-make-you-wish-you-were-at-burning-man-2016.html?utm_content=buffer94495&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer
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    Nice, an X-T1 for left handed photographers! If only....
  8. Aswald
    If you have a simple / not so busy background, the larger the square the more you rely on the af system of the camera to grab focus. This is especially so when your subject is smaller than the square. If you have a very busy background / foreground, the smaller square will enable the camera to focus on the subject and not be confused by its surrounding. In bird photography, if the whole bird is within the square in an empty sky, it'll lock focus nicely on the bird. But the same can't be said for a flock of sheep. It may lock on to neighboring sheep.
  9. Aswald
    Beautiful! Iceland is just beautiful.
  10. Aswald
    No problems on mine. Pro1, Pro2, T1. All ok. Have you tried cleaning the contacts with some alcohol?
  11. Aswald
    Thankfully, my gear is still in original condition. I'd probably buy a new eyecup if I ever lose it. Hopefully there'll be 3rd party ones soon. I'd use the silicone glue for my other hobbies.
  12. Aswald
    No. I haven't had this experience. Unusual.
  13. Aswald
    O. I. C. Thanks heaps! I really didn't know.
  14. Aswald
    XC is sharp but dim, light and plastic. XF is more versatile photographically but heavier. Well built. One of my favorite lens. At long end, very decent bokeh under the right conditions.
  15. Aswald
    I don't mind if it isn't x-trans sensor but I'm really not digging the dslr body. Many questions surrounds the Horsie-blad mirrorless X1D ........but boy, does it look good.
  16. Aswald
    Can you glue silicone rubber?
  17. Aswald
    No issues with mine too.
  18. Aswald
    Agree with you. A good bag and 2nd body will let you shoot like a pro and miss fewer shots. And still end up with pristine gear.
  19. Aswald
    Thanks for the update. Glad you got yr Pro2 sorted out.
  20. Aswald
    From what I know, most people who have the 23 usually don't use the 35 much after that. It also signify which photography they shoot more. You'll be able to tell yourself. More environmental portrait / streetscape or 50mm portrait. Depending on whether you shoot interiors or landscape, I'd recommend the 14 F2.8 or the Samyang 12mm. The 16, while it's a beautiful lens, isn't quite wide enough for landscape, too wide to portrait unless you really want to go for the unique look.
  21. Aswald
    I've got a few dings and scuff but my workhorse still looks pristine. I don't pamper them either. I'm getting the pictures I want. I'm not sure how some cameras end up so beaten. I do buy used stuff occasionally and If one observe closely, there is a direct correlation between the condition of gear and attitude of owner. Sometimes, I don't even have to look at the camera to tell if I'm going ahead with the purchase or not. I've know owners who don't even bother to cap the body or lenses when they chuck them into the bag. Yeah, sensor exposed and all for the entire assignment.
  22. Aswald
    So far no one could replicate your experience with the Pro2. I haven't found any sources on the net with similar experiences. I would safely conclude that it's probably technique, environmental lighting or defective Pro2/lens at the store. Even though the odds of both Pro2 units being defective is rare.
  23. Aswald
    I absolutely love the sharpness and IQ of the 100-400. I had a brief go at it during one of the launches. At 400, it does seem to hunt a bit when there is strong back lighting. I tried taking a shot of the chandelier and only managed after 3 or 4 shots. This was on the Pro2. It's also absolutely insane trying to find anything at the 400 end. Leave alone chase down a flying target. Birding is just really tough.
  24. Aswald
    You are probably right about the linear motor. With the 35, I did perceive a quicker lock on than before on the Pro2. This makes it seem it is faster to be able to press the shutter to take the shot. I took the slowest focusing xf lenses and coupled it with the Pro2. The difference is quite significant compared to my Pro1 and a friend's T1. Lenses were the 60, 56, 35 and the 55-200. The 60 snapped into focus quicker than I'm used to. I've had good success with the 56 on the go kart and the 55-200 was very quick too with birds. The 35 is still as noisy but hunt less and was more decisive. I'm not sure how close is the AF performance of the T10 compared to the T2 but I highly suspect it will be trumped over. I've had a try on the T2 for about an hour and I can say that the AF is much better than the Pro2.
  25. Aswald
    Sorry to hear about your case and very decent of B&H. Most people would advise you to return it to B&H. Thankfully, my Pro2 hasn't develop this issue. I've dealt with Canon, Nikon and Fujifilm on more occasions than I can count. My experience with them is about the same. You got to keep going back and explain, explain and explain to them the issue. Eventually, they will get to the root of the problem and come to a fix/solution. Don't give up, if this is what you choose to do. For Fujifilm, I was glad they serviced and cleaned my out of warrantee xf18 for free. For Nikon, they've decided to look into an unusual AF issue of a 4 year old D7000, sent back to Japan to have it investigated. All for free. As I write, I'm still waiting for the camera. For Canon, they've serviced, recalibrated and repaired ALL of the equipment I sent in. It didn't natter if it was out of warrantee, discontinued or grey product. Most times, they do a decent job. A few were superbly carried out. So, the choice is yours really.
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