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pmntl
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Oct 29, 2018
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Someone convince me to get this, please!
I've been looking at the Fuji X-series for a while. When the X-T3 came out, I thought I could just save up for that. But then I've always been intrigued by the X-Pro2 as well. I like the spirit of it's hybrid viewfinder. Whether I'd actually like it... that's a separate issue.
And now this drop... Would anyone else still get this, given the price, over the X-T3 or X-Pro2. Why or why not?
VanceOnTheInternet
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Oct 29, 2018
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pmntlThis is actually quite a bit more advanced than the X-Pro2, which launched before the X-T2. Some upgrades have been added to the X-Pro2 via firmware, but the X-T2 has significantly better auto focus. I think the X-T2 is a great value right now, and I wouldn't be afraid of the used market. Not sure I'd buy from Massdrop, I would like the opportunity to return it if I changed my mind.
Where the X-T2 loses out compared to the new X-T3 (which I own) is AF performance and video capabilities. The X-T2 still performs admirably in both those departments, and image quality is close to unchanged between the two. If you do a lot of sports photography or video is a priority, the X-T3 is worth the extra money. Otherwise, the X-T2 is a great value.
Sitwon
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Oct 29, 2018
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pmntlMost of the folks I've heard from who already have the X-T2 are skipping the X-T3 because it's not enough of an upgrade for them. This is almost half the price of an X-T3, for almost the same amount of camera. You're still getting a weather-sealed, high-megapixel Fuji body. Same ergonomics and controls as the X-T3. It's a good deal.
I have an X-T1 and love it, but having tried an X-T2 convinced me that I need to upgrade. I plan to pick up the X-T3 early next year. The differences between the X-T2 and X-T3 that are leading me to pass up this deal are:
- USB-C port on the body that works for charging the battery
- Slightly improved low-light performance
- Slightly better battery performance (although, for the price difference you could buy a lot of spare batteries)
- Slightly faster wireless transfer experience
- Slightly higher-resolution EVF (I use some manual-focus lenses)
- Obviously cheaper price here
- More/cheaper aftermarket accessories available right now
- Slightly smaller/lighter body
- Mature and stable firmware. There have been some reports of firmware bugs (like freezing) in the X-T3. This is normal with new bodies, and they get worked out over time.
- Mostly the same features/capabilities for still photography, a lot of the X-T3's improvements were for video
Calaverasgrande
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Oct 31, 2018
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pmntlI've used both cameras and ended up with an X-T3. I really clicked with the Xpro2. It's a very enjoyable camera. Once you get used to the location of the controls, the rangefinder style OVF with AF is amazing quick for street shooting. It's a little awkward for video. You will end up using the EVF. The OVF with the little EVF patch is useless there.
I'd say the XT cameras are a better choice for shooting video footage. Not just for specs, but for the layout of controls and viewfinder.
If you are a stills only shooter that only does video on rare occasions, the Xpro-2 is great. The sensor and processor are identical on both Xpro2 and Xt2 cameras. So I would focus on what best suits your style of usage.
I primarily do street photography. But in my volunteer work am pressed into service as the event videographer. So I really had to go for the better video specs of the XT3. Plus it's one of Sony's newest BSI sensors in there. Hasn't even made it to Sony's own cameras yet. (the sensor may be able to go to 16 bit dynamic range from a future firmware update!)
Apologies if this is a lot to digest.
TLDR: Xpro2 sexy street machine
XT2 solid all arounder
XT3 newest best performance
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