DPReview Fujifilm X-T2 Review Online… and Gets the Gold Award

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dpreview just published it’s full and in depth Fujifilm X-T2 review here. It is, as usual, a very comprehensive review. Here are the Pros and Cons:

Pros

  • Excellent image quality in both Raw and JPEG
  • Superb JPEG color options
  • Direct controls give engaging shooting experience
  • Reassuringly solid build quality
  • AF point joystick speed up operation
  • Greatly improved autofocus, especially in terms of tracking
  • Dual hinged rear screen suits both stills and video shooters
  • Impressive 4K video quality and associated support tools
  • In-camera Raw processing lets you make full use of excellent JPEG engine
  • Simple and effective Wi-Fi system for image transfer
  • USB 3.0 for fast image and video transfer
  • USB charging is convenient
  • Supplied charger makes it easy to keep a spare battery charged

Cons

  • Excessive noise reduction can result in over-smoothed skin detail at high ISO [NOTE: in their X-Pro2 review, dpreview said: “there’s much less of the ‘waxy skin’ effect that we saw at High ISO settings on the previous generation of Fujifilms“]
  • Camera’s full AF capability only available with a subset of lenses
  • Subject tracking, while good, is not be dependable enough for professional use
  • AF performance drops significantly in low light
  • Phase detection region is somewhat small by contemporary standards
  • Choice of three Auto ISO presets more complex than necessary
  • Limited control over autofocus in video mode
  • Battery grip is required for extended video clips and audio monitoring
  • X-Trans color pattern not as widely or well supported as Bayer design

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Fuji X-T2 Vs. Sony A7SII Video Feature: “Fujifilm X-T2 in Same Class of Best Mirrorless Video Cameras”

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The Videographers over at Cinema5d compared the Video Function of the Fujifilm X-T2 with the Sony A7SII. In their comparison here they say:

  • Dynamic Range: 12 stops of usable dynamic range on the Fujifilm X-T2. This is very similar to the rating of the Sony a7S II and [shoplink 49986 ebay]Canon C300 mark II[/shoplink]. Many videographers today praise the Canon C300 mark II for its dynamic range qualities and when we take a closer look, the Fujifilm X-T2 isn’t far behind.
  • Image Quality 4K: This is where the Fujifilm X-T2 blows away most other cameras we have tested. The image of the X-T2 is very homogenous, clean and has a high resolution that dissolves lots of detail with a nice filmic grain. […] it offers slightly more detail than the Sony a7S II and seems to have better aliasing properties than both the Canon C300 mark II and Panasonic VariCam 35
  • Image quality in HD is not as impressive as in 4K mode. It is comparable to the Sony a7S II, but unfortunately there is also a lot of aliasing which creates lots of moire artefacts in contrasty image areas
  • Rolling Shutter on the X-T2 is less pronounced than on the a7S II.
  • Low Light: The Sony a7S II is an absolute miracle when it comes to lowlight performance. In comparison, the Fujifilm can’t reach the same high ISO’s but holds up well until ISO 3200, which is not bad in comparison to other mirrorless video cameras.

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Fujifilm XF 16mm f 1.4 WR Lens Review and Images

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I don’t normally write reviews but this will be not a typical review. Just few thoughts on the Fujinon 16mm lens. I own this lens for more than six months now. I have waited with this blog, so I could try this lens in many different scenarios. I used it in crumpled spaces documenting children in action, on a photo shoots of a new born baby,  several boudoir sessions and on weddings. In addition to professional shooting, this lens is attached to the Fuji camera (currently XE 2), which is always on my table, so my wife can grab it and take a photo of our baby anytime.

Main reason why I wanted a wide Fuji lens was to capture moments with more context and at the same time not to scare my audience. I needed wide open lens which could be used in crumpled spaces. So I don’t have to switch lenses as often.

I already own 18mm lens and I was not sure if 14mm or 16mm would be the best choice. Actually I was not 100% sure if I need this lens at all. Once again I was defeated by GAS (gear acquisition syndrome). I was maybe influenced by totally positive reviews. My decision was easier, when I found out, that this lens can be used for close ups. I sold my canon macro lens and now I have this 16mm beauty.

16 mm Fujinon lens feels pretty solid. I am not sure if it’s influenced by weight or size, but it just screems – quality! The aperture and focus rings can be turned smoothly and with small push of focus ring you can get into manual focus which is awesome. Lens hood is quite big and not that nice, but well at least it’s there. When I tried this lens in a shop for the first time it seemed very heavy to me. I think it’s because I compared 16mm Fujinon lens with my 18mm lens which is extremely light. On my assignments where I take both Canon and Fuji it feels in the contrary light. ;-) It’s a little bit front heavy on XE2 so I am waiting on the new XT2.  Just based on feelings (no exact measurements) this lens produces much sharper images than 18mm.

When shooting close enough, this lens is able to produce very pleasant looking bokeh. This is now my go to lens for close up photos of rings, food and details. I shoot “macro” wide open and manual mode with magnification is so handy in these cases. I love this feature.

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miXed zone :: Fujifilm History by Tony Northrup ** Fujifilm X-T2: 10 things I wish were different ** When GAS becomes Stupid

2016 Crankworx Whistler Red Bull Joy Ride with Fujifilm X-T2 at joengphotography

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Fujifilm GFX

  • Fujifilm’s Medium Format GFX 50S Digital Camera: First Impressions And Frequently-Asked Questions at popphoto
  • Opinion & Thoughts by a Pro Photographer using Medium Format cameras on the Fujifilm GFX at frankdoorhof
  • Welcome to Fujikina (with X-photographers backstage images) at blickwechsel
  • Bert Stephani and Patrick La Roque filmed their road to Photokina 2016 and their stay in Cologne and at the Fuji booth. Check it out at Bert’s youtube channel.
  • Max De Martino, X-Photographer: 360° Hands on Fujifilm GFX 50S medium format camera on youtube
  • Why Fuji’s New Medium Format Camera Is Important at fstoppers

Fujifilm X-T2
USA: BHphoto / AmazonUS / Adorama / CANADA: AmazonCA / EUROPE: AmazonDE / Calumentphoto DE / AmazonUK / AmazonITA / AmazonFR / AmazonESP / PCHstore / WexUK / AUSTRALIA: CameraPro

X-T2 + 100-400 at Alex Benyon Photography youtube

XF23mmF2 WR

  • The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride at ivanjoshualoh
  • The difference between the XF23mmF2 WR and the 23mmF2 on the X100 series at thephoblographer

Other X-series cameras

Cologne with X-Pro2 + X70 at ivanjoshualoh / Nikon D5 & Fuji X-E2 Shooting Live Theatre at blog.stanleyleary / Budapest, a city trip with the X100T Part I at stockografie /

Lenses

Fujinon XF 10-24mm Lens Review: High Quality Wide Angle for Crop Sensor Cameras at improvephotography /

X-Trans

Lightroom CC 2015.7 and Camera Raw 9.7 are now available. Nothing Fujifilm specific.

Travel X / Switch (or not) to the X / X Weddings

Switching back to Fuji… or When GAS becomes stupid at stockografie

Acessories / Flash / Bags

Cokin P-Series Filters are Good Enough – My Favorite Landscape Filters for Fuji X Mirrorless at roycruz

Fujifilm Instax Share SP-2 Wireless Printer Review at ephotozine /

a bit of everything

Fujifilm History: Kodak Film Wars, Lenses, & the Rise of X-Mount at Tony Northrup youtube

Fuji GFX Vs. Sony A7r (Size) ** Hasselblad X1D Vs. Fuji GFX (Thoughts) ** Instax Square Special Site + Instax Mini Special Edition

WexUK – General Introduction to the Fujifilm GFX, showing it next to the Sony A7r (min 0:50 to 1:00)  on youtube

Just a quick and dirty roundup before I go to my school:

  • Fujifilm GFX hands on at the Spanish site dslrmagazine (translation)
  • Hasselblad sold more X1D cameras in 10 days, than they expected to sell in a year… and what the said about the Fujifilm GFX at mirrorlessrumors
  • (Not Real Life Comparison) Comparing The Fujifilm GFX 50S To The Hasselblad X1D – At First Glance at slrlounge
  • Instax Square Special Site here
  • Instax Mini MICHAEL KORS Limited Edition – via photoxels

And for Fujifilm X-T2 hunters… here is an overview, where you can find it in USA right now.

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