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Jun 10, 2019 22:14:32   #
Cwilson341 Loc: Central Florida
 
donie95 wrote:
I am considering adding a Mirrorless Camera for its weight and Video advantages when I travel . I currently have a D750 and a D500 but I find them to large for just travel shots and Video. I was leaning toward the Fujifilm xt3. I have heard good things about it plus it has a good lens line up, at whats seems a fair price for the body and a kit lens of around $1300. I know Sony is a leader in the mirrorless field. I am looking for thoughts and recommendations.


I recently got the Sony a6400 and I love it. My criteria for picking a camera was size and weight without sacrificing image quality. Since I already have both FF and aps-c Nikons, I knew that going mirrorless would help but that FF lenses would pretty much undo that advantage. The Sony felt right when I held it and I read a lot of reviews that suggested it would do the job! Even though I don't normally do video, everything I saw, heard and read said the the a6400 and a6500 both were outstanding video cameras. I can only say that this choice is working very well for me and it has even convinced me that I need to learn more about video.

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Jun 10, 2019 22:58:58   #
hpucker99 Loc: Anchorage, Alaska
 
donie95 wrote:
I am considering adding a Mirrorless Camera for its weight and Video advantages when I travel . I currently have a D750 and a D500 but I find them to large for just travel shots and Video. I was leaning toward the Fujifilm xt3. I have heard good things about it plus it has a good lens line up, at whats seems a fair price for the body and a kit lens of around $1300. I know Sony is a leader in the mirrorless field. I am looking for thoughts and recommendations.


Over the last few months, I rented the Olympus OM-D E-M1m2, Panasonic G9 and Fuji XT-3 and liked all of them, especially the images from the Olympus model. I have decided to wait for the next version of the E-M1 for now.

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Jun 10, 2019 23:46:26   #
Strodav Loc: Houston, Tx
 
Since you are invested in Nikon, wait for their next generation mirrorless. They are catching up to Sony and are starting to make some great glass for the Z mount. If I were going to start from scratch, I would probably go Sony a7Riii, but it's getting a bit dated and I expect Sony to release a new version before too long.

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Jun 11, 2019 01:27:16   #
jdub82 Loc: California
 
I've looked at the X-T2/X-T3 Fuji models that you are considering. From all my research and after reading extensive reviews, and handling the cameras, I am impressed. The thing that Fuji users constantly comment on is the sharpness of lenses, and the sharpness of pictures produced. The simplicity of the retro dials is appealing as well. I have not jumped into mirrorless yet, but when I do it will most likely be with a Fuji system. I don't think you could go wrong with the X-T3.

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Jun 11, 2019 05:56:49   #
Jerrin1 Loc: Wolverhampton, England
 
donie95 wrote:
I am considering adding a Mirrorless Camera for its weight and Video advantages when I travel . I currently have a D750 and a D500 but I find them to large for just travel shots and Video. I was leaning toward the Fujifilm xt3. I have heard good things about it plus it has a good lens line up, at whats seems a fair price for the body and a kit lens of around $1300. I know Sony is a leader in the mirrorless field. I am looking for thoughts and recommendations.


Though I now own a Sony A9 and A7III, both of which are full frame mirrorless cameras, I would recommend an Olympus EM1 mark II. I owned one for 18 months and can honestly say it is a fantastic camera: and Olympus produce a comprehensive range of marvellous lenses. The EM1.2 IBIS is so good you can forgo the need for a tripod/monopod. The EM1.2 and Olympus lenses are readily available on the secondhand market, making them real bargains. Image quality is excellent, when exposure is correct. Battery life is also very good. Build quality is great and the weatherproofing is better than most other cameras, reagardless of price of format.

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Jun 11, 2019 06:17:06   #
traderjohn Loc: New York City
 
donie95 wrote:
I am considering adding a Mirrorless Camera for its weight and Video advantages when I travel . I currently have a D750 and a D500 but I find them to large for just travel shots and Video. I was leaning toward the Fujifilm xt3. I have heard good things about it plus it has a good lens line up, at whats seems a fair price for the body and a kit lens of around $1300. I know Sony is a leader in the mirrorless field. I am looking for thoughts and recommendations.


What has your research provided for you?? Do your homework make your decision. There are few experts only people with a preference.

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Jun 11, 2019 06:32:38   #
sueyeisert Loc: New Jersey
 
I have Fuji camera’s and love them very intuitive to operate. The XT-3 gets very high marks,good for video and stills.

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Jun 11, 2019 06:42:49   #
Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)
 
donie95 wrote:
I am considering adding a Mirrorless Camera for its weight and Video advantages when I travel . I currently have a D750 and a D500 but I find them to large for just travel shots and Video. I was leaning toward the Fujifilm xt3. I have heard good things about it plus it has a good lens line up, at whats seems a fair price for the body and a kit lens of around $1300. I know Sony is a leader in the mirrorless field. I am looking for thoughts and recommendations.


You may eventually not want to deal with interchangeable lenses or the poor quality of larger superzoom "do it all, but not all that well" lenses.

The quality of the images that come out of a Sony RX10M4 is pretty darn good. And its Zeiss designed lens has the field of view of 24-600mm, and the variable max aperture is F2.8-F4. This is incredibly hard to match with products from just about any other manufacturer. It just might be all you really need. For me, aside from the quality, the next best think is never having to worry about sensor dust. Nothing has shown up so far.

Some samples that I've taken over the past couple of years:

https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157708803907866
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157708793788371
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157705234321622
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157678751378818
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157705352997741
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157678751186148
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157697217633732
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157696606493264
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157667029395028
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157689083645890
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157694805547345
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157665487054018
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157693140571925
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157665486900208
https://www.flickr.com/photos/gene_lugo/albums/72157690214837382

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Jun 11, 2019 06:45:02   #
catchlight.. Loc: Wisconsin USA- Halden Norway
 
donie95 wrote:
I am considering adding a Mirrorless Camera for its weight and Video advantages when I travel . I currently have a D750 and a D500 but I find them to large for just travel shots and Video. I was leaning toward the Fujifilm xt3. I have heard good things about it plus it has a good lens line up, at whats seems a fair price for the body and a kit lens of around $1300. I know Sony is a leader in the mirrorless field. I am looking for thoughts and recommendations.


How many photographers does it take to screw in a zoom lens?...

None... if you smart, and learn to compose. The Fuji x100F is perfect in so many ways... use street photography techniques, and be free of all the extra equipment when traveling or walking about.

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Jun 11, 2019 06:47:48   #
SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA
 
I also have a D500, and I have a D7200, but the Panasonic LUMIX G9 has become my go to camera. Besides the size and weight savings, I love the ergonomics. It really is a joy to shoot with.

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Jun 11, 2019 06:56:11   #
Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)
 
catchlight.. wrote:
How many photographers does it take to screw in a zoom lens?...

None... if you smart, and learn to compose. The Fuji x100F is perfect in so many ways... use street photography techniques and be free of all the extra equipment when traveling or walking about.


That's all fine and good, and it does impose a good discipline. However, sometimes, actually pretty often, it falls short. The lens is either too wide or not wide enough, and you don't have the luxury of easily changing your position.

On the other hand, I cannot think of a better why to learn composition. Constraining to a single focal length does that. Using a zoom lens is NOT a reliable indicator of intelligence or lack of composition skills. The vast majority of photographers, including seasoned professionals, make use of zooms and more than one focal length.

For me, having the flexibility of a zoom lens to grab that shot that just can't be taken with a 35mm (equivalent) lens is worth owning one, or two, or more zooms. If you only do street photography, I suppose it is a good solution. But I still would rather use my cellphone for that. I prefer to get the shots I want and not having to settle. Just sayin'

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Jun 11, 2019 07:16:09   #
Linda SJ
 
I have the Olympus OMD 5 Mk ii and the OMD 1 Mk ii. There is indeed a learning curve on the menu system. For travel, I prefer the OMD 5 with the 12-40mm f 2.8 lens. It is sharp lens and has performed well in varied conditions. I shoot mostly landscapes and nature and people when traveling.

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Jun 11, 2019 07:19:49   #
MarcH Loc: Doylestown Pa
 
The Sony a7ii is a terrific camera and now available for about 950$ —body only
A great buy

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Jun 11, 2019 07:29:45   #
billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
 
donie95 wrote:
I am considering adding a Mirrorless Camera for its weight and Video advantages when I travel . I currently have a D750 and a D500 but I find them to large for just travel shots and Video. I was leaning toward the Fujifilm xt3. I have heard good things about it plus it has a good lens line up, at whats seems a fair price for the body and a kit lens of around $1300. I know Sony is a leader in the mirrorless field. I am looking for thoughts and recommendations.


Mirrorless camera's are not THAT MUCH lighter or smaller than what you have.
For me, the true advantage to the mirrorless camera's are the fact that you get exactly the exposure you see in the viewfinder, great in manual shooting. And, fine tuning lenses are a thing of the past.
Other than those two things, I am very happy living with my D500 and D850.

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Jun 11, 2019 07:43:07   #
catchlight.. Loc: Wisconsin USA- Halden Norway
 
Gene51 wrote:
That's all fine and good, and it does impose a good discipline. However, sometimes, actually pretty often, it falls short. The lens is either too wide or not wide enough, and you don't have the luxury of easily changing your position.

On the other hand, I cannot think of a better why to learn composition. Constraining to a single focal length does that. Using a zoom lens is NOT a reliable indicator of intelligence or lack of composition skills. The vast majority of photographers, including seasoned professionals, make use of zooms and more than one focal length.

For me, having the flexibility of a zoom lens to grab that shot that just can't be taken with a 35mm (equivalent) lens is worth owning one, or two, or more zooms. If you only do street photography, I suppose it is a good solution. But I still would rather use my cellphone for that. I prefer to get the shots I want and not having to settle. Just sayin'
That's all fine and good, and it does impose a goo... (show quote)


I understand your point of view, but I truly believe along with many pro's, in travel, fixed lens cameras work great... they also make you a better photographer.

As an editor/ journalist/ photographer my point is meant in good faith. I only shoot with fixed focal length lenses professionally, and may be using hind sight to convey a message.

Success in getting the point across is measured in percentages, so I only expect 10% to ever get it, and therefore don't get too disapointed...

Tossing a zoom and picking up a fixed lens is the ultimate learning tool, and the way to make it to the top of your highest expectations.

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