Question for the Fuji 16-55 and or 18-55 lens users.
Jun 27, 2016 20:37:52 #
Hello all,
I am on the verge of buying the X-T1 or X-T10. Here is my dilemma. I was just about to pull the trigger on the X-T10 with a 16-55 lens. However the lens does not have OIS. The cheaper 18-55 does have OIS. If I decide to buy the cheaper lens then I will probably buy the X-T1 with the lens savings. My question to you Fuji users is how important is not having the stabilization on the 16-55? Im 60 years old, I really don't shake but I'm no brain surgeon either! Thanks for the help, Marty
I am on the verge of buying the X-T1 or X-T10. Here is my dilemma. I was just about to pull the trigger on the X-T10 with a 16-55 lens. However the lens does not have OIS. The cheaper 18-55 does have OIS. If I decide to buy the cheaper lens then I will probably buy the X-T1 with the lens savings. My question to you Fuji users is how important is not having the stabilization on the 16-55? Im 60 years old, I really don't shake but I'm no brain surgeon either! Thanks for the help, Marty
Jun 28, 2016 00:25:01 #
As an Olympus em-1 user, I have 5 axis image stabilization and I don't think I could ever go back to a non stabilized system. But that is just me. Why not go to a local store if there is one and try to shoot with both lenses in the back of the store. Maybe you are super still. Who knows?
Jun 28, 2016 00:34:23 #
It might be prudent for you to even rent both lenses for a few days just to see if it really maters to you...
Jun 28, 2016 06:50:01 #
berchman
Loc: South Central PA
The Xt-1 is a superior camera and the 18-55 lens is excellent. Fuji is coming out with the Xt-2 in less than a month and you might want to wait for that.
Jun 28, 2016 07:00:13 #
I have an 18-55 that I use on my X-T1. I rented the 16-55 for a few days to try it out. The 16-55 is slightly wider, of course. It is much larger and heavy. It has a constant F2.8 whereas my 18-55 is variable at F2.8-F4.0. My 18-55 has Image stabilization. The 16-55 does not. The 16-55 is weather sealed so it makes a nice addition to the X-T1 which is also weather sealed. The X-T10 is not weather sealed. Image quality from both lenses is excellent. I love Fuji glass. Buying the 16-55 as a kit with either camera will save you some money. Buying the 16-55 separate will set you back $1199. If I were to buy the 16-55 I would want it mounted on the X-T1. My opinion is to get the X-T1 with the 18-55 and invest in some of Fuji's excellent prime lenses. The X-T1 price is much lower now and will continue to drop as the X-T2 will be announced soon.
Jun 28, 2016 07:22:57 #
I have both. The 18-55 is a better fit for the XT10 in terms of balance/weight. IQ is fantastic for a "kit lens".The money you save will be enough to buy a prime in addition. Image quality is very close in the real world. The 16-55 is awesome, but heavy and probably not worth the prize difference unless you are a pro.
Jun 28, 2016 07:35:50 #
I've shot many magazine assignments with the XT-1 and 18-55 and highly recommend the combo. This lens is surprisingly sharp. While the 16-55 is faster, it is bigger and heavier than the 18-55, which for me defeats the purpose of the mirrorless system in the first place. (I'm also a Nikon shooter with pro glass, and I've been shooting more and more assignments with my Fuji system.) While you may want to wait for the soon to be released XT-2, the XT-1 represents an excellent value at the moment. If money is a major concern, the XT-1/18-55 is a great package.
Jun 28, 2016 07:38:40 #
It also depends on what you want from a lens. As a Fuji shooter, (X-E1) I find that the 18-55 is a terrific lens with excellent IQ. If you want WR, then the 16-55 is the way to go. However, as you mentioned it doesn't have IS. The 18-55 is an excellent lens with IS and balances well on either the X-T1 or X-T10. If you are looking to go light and wider, the X-T10 with the 16-50 is very competent as well.
Jun 28, 2016 08:16:29 #
streetmarty wrote:
Hello all, br I am on the verge of buying the X-T... (show quote)
Purchased the X-T1 as a kit with the 18-55 OIS lens. When the 16-55mm lens came out I purchased it. I'm 67 and find that I rarely need OIS. The 16-55 is what I keep on the X-T1.
Jun 28, 2016 08:26:25 #
Festus wrote:
Purchased the X-T1 as a kit with the 18-55 OIS lens. When the 16-55mm lens came out I purchased it. I'm 67 and find that I rarely need OIS. The 16-55 is what I keep on the X-T1.
Perfect, the reply I wanted to see. You say "rarely" what do you photograph the most? I am a street guy so I could get away with either, however when I do take portraits I dont want to be saying *&^% I wish i had OIS. Thanks Marty
Jun 28, 2016 08:29:02 #
magpix wrote:
I've shot many magazine assignments with the XT-1 ... (show quote)
Excellent, thank you. I too am a Nikon shooter with Pro glass, so we seemed to be in the same happy boat! :)
Jun 28, 2016 08:30:52 #
Kay135 wrote:
I have both. The 18-55 is a better fit for the XT10 in terms of balance/weight. IQ is fantastic for a "kit lens".The money you save will be enough to buy a prime in addition. Image quality is very close in the real world. The 16-55 is awesome, but heavy and probably not worth the prize difference unless you are a pro.
That's the thing, I dont want an additional prime lens. I want one lens the right lens and not second guess myself. I have Nikon gear and a ton of pro glass. Thanks for the reply.
Jun 28, 2016 09:26:19 #
berchman
Loc: South Central PA
streetmarty wrote:
That's the thing, I dont want an additional prime lens. I want one lens the right lens and not second guess myself. I have Nikon gear and a ton of pro glass. Thanks for the reply.
I, too, have two Nikon full frame bodies and a lot of Nikon pro glass. So I bought the Fuji for travel and for street photography (using the pancake 27 mm f/2.8 lens). For other than the maximum in inconspicuousness I got the most versatile of Fuji's zoom lenses, the 18-135 which is also water resistant and image stabilized. I'm happy with its IQ. If I'm going out to do the kind of photography for which I need the Nikon, I don't need to buy heavy lenses for the Fuji. You could even get a Metabones adapter and use your Nikon lenses on the Fuji in a pinch.
Jun 28, 2016 09:30:52 #
streetmarty wrote:
Hello all, br I am on the verge of buying the X-T... (show quote)
I can't comment on the 16-55, but the 18-55 is a gem! The quality is superb, small, elegant, sharp - like all Fuji products. Get the xt-1. If you love quality and elegance, you will love the camera!
Jun 28, 2016 12:41:47 #
If longer than 16 or18-55mm zoom is needed, the 18-135 WR is also very capable and a good travel lens.
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