Going to Fuji: I am looking into getting the Fuji X-E3 bundle with either the 23mm f/2 or the 18-55mm f/2.8-4. Looking over the past 10 years of photos, I have used the following:...

RichardE Loc: California

I am looking into getting the Fuji X-E3 bundle with either the 23mm f/2 or the 18-55mm f/2.8-4.
Looking over the past 10 years of photos, I have used the following: 50mm, 17mm, 43mm, 38mm, 33mm, 29mm, and 27mm. with the 17 & 50 the most. All are crop sizes, not 35mm equiv.

Any suggestions as to what I should get would be greatly appreciated.

I have always liked and used Fuji film in the ‘film ‘ days and this is why I would like to get the digital Fuji camera. The Xpro2 is a little on the expensive side and also, my Pentax K5-IIs is getting on the have side for my aging hands; even with my hand strap.

Thank you all in advance for any advice.

Richard

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

Well, the 18-55mm is not the typical cheap "kit lens" like most mfg's offer.
It's all I took to Europe 4 years ago.
Other than the 80mm macro, don't believe any of the primes have OIS, if that's an issue.
The 14mm I have is crazy sharp, but not on your list of frequently used lengths.
Love my X-E2.

nhastings Loc: Telluride, CO

I have the Fuji X-T2 with the following lenses: 35mmf2, 10-24mm, 18-55mm, 55-200mm, 18-135mm. Very, very happy with this equipment. Enjoy your new toy. Image Quality is great with each lens and so far, I have no negative issues. Still learning the camera but enjoying every minute.

suntouched Loc: Sierra Vista AZ

For starters you might pick up the 18-55 mm as it seems to include your most frequently used focal lengths. Then you could add a couple of the fast primes for indoor images. I have the 23 mm and 35 mm f2 and they are fine lenses and not too expensive. I just picked up a 14 mm from Ebay that I hope is as good as its consumer rating. A 16 mm is even better as it is weather resistant. If you don't get your 18-55mm lens as part of a bundle then you might look for used on KEH, B&H or Adorama before you pay retail. You should be able to pick one up for about 350.00. If you really want to have fun you could try one of the really fast primes- f 1.2 or 1.4.
Have fun!

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RichardE Loc: California

Thanks all or the advice. I also noticed that there is a better savings getting the 18-55 bundle and then getting the 23.

RichardE Loc: California

Anybody have the 18-135 for a 'take only one lens' trip?

LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field

RichardE wrote:

Anybody have the 18-135 for a 'take only one lens' trip?

No. I have an XE2s with the 18-55 which as others have noted in an excellent “kit” lens. Very impressed with the OIS. I did pick up a 60 mm for “not quite macro” shots. I’d love the 80 f/2.8 but it’s just out of my price range.

I did 10 days in France this past October with just the camera and the 18-55. There were a few times I could use have used that “crazy sharp” 14/2.8– but one Alcantara always shoot to stitch. This was an intentional choice to,go one camera one lens. I loved the freedom from too much gear. I highly recommend going light.

le boecere

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LRF, in that 10 days, did you ever find a situation where you really needed another lens for low-light, or indoors (no flash)?

I'd be willing to go with your "one camera, one lens", but I think I'd like a 27mm pancake or 35mm "Fujichron" in my pocket (for those times when I'm doing more cross-body carrying than shooting). BTW, the last time I saw Dan Bailey, his EDC (every day carry) lens on the X-T2 was the 35mm f/2.0 ~

http://danbaileyphoto.com/

LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field

le boecere wrote:

LRF, in that 10 days, did you ever find a situation where you really needed another lens for low-light, or indoors (no flash)?

I'd be willing to go with your "one camera, one lens", but I think I'd like a 27mm pancake or 35mm "Fujichron" in my pocket (for those times when I'm doing more cross-body carrying than shooting).

Yes on the lowlight. I took a Seine River night cruise. Although the OIS on the 18-55 is very good, the light level was pretty low. I’m not sure one or two stops would have made a real difference because of the movement of the boat. For my next trip, I will likely take a second faster wide angle lens. The 14 is very appealing—but also spendy. For indoor shots, i could generally brace myself and with the OIS shoot down to 1/4 to 1/8 sec. Next time, I’ll likely go: one camera/two lenses.

Although I never used flash on the trip—I do have an after-market flash. If you decide to get one I would highly recommend the Flashpoint Mini with the R2 transmitter. It’s also marketed under the Godox brand. Adorama has the Flashpoint; B&H the Godox. The transmitter fits on the hot shoe and will allow a WiFi firing of the flash off camera. A very nice unit:small and more than adequate. I intend to get a second for multiple flash uses.

SteveR Loc: Michigan

I must be dyslexic. At first I thought you were going to Fiji. That sounded great!!

suntouched Loc: Sierra Vista AZ

LRF-
I just found a Fuji 14 mm f 2.8 lens on Ebay for 580.00- retails for 899.00. The seller says he bought it new and only used it a few times
- suppose to be in pristine condition. I will get it in a few days.

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le boecere

suntouched wrote:

LRF-
I just found a Fuji 14 mm f 2.8 lens on Ebay for 580.00- retails for 899.00. The seller says he bought it new and only used it a few times
- suppose to be in pristine condition. I will get it in a few days.

That can be a wonderful way to buy gear. With the exception of a couple-3 lenses, most all of my purchases have been on eBay.

le boecere

LoneRangeFinder wrote:

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LRF, thanks for the recommendation of the Flashpoint Mini. So far, I've not needed anything but the pop-up for fill flash, but I can foresee a time when I'm going to want more and better light, than it offers.

craggycrossers Loc: Robin Hood Country, UK

le boecere wrote:

LRF, thanks for the recommendation of the Flashpoint Mini. So far, I've not needed anything but the pop-up for fill flash, but I can foresee a time when I'm going to want more and better light, than it offers.

For those of you interested in a small, compact and lightweight flash I, too, can highly recommend the Godox TT350 -F (for Fuji). It's Flashpoint in the US. Not only manual flash but also TTL (hithertofor a problem for 3rd party flash manufacturers for the X-Series) and High Speed Synch. And in addition it will operate as a master on camera for the larger, more powerful Godox flash units.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gKQ3LCvEFs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_gfC8RXYe0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hHGFmV5Bhkg

There is also a Godox X1 trigger for Fuji ....... but even better, and quite "hot off the press" the Godox XPro-F trigger, which is streets better than the X1.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNNtD00weys

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPjrftUV-s8

I just got one from Amazon UK ........ but so new it had to come from the manufacturing country ! Works a dream ! Test shot : X-T2, 35mm f1.4 lens, 1/80 sec, f1.4, ISO 500, TTL.

(Download)

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

RichardE wrote:

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From your title, I thought you were planning a trip to Mt. Fuji. : )

Fuji makes good cameras. Just make sure you get all the features you want.

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