I have the XT2 and its brilliant and lighter. Also , you can find some excellent used lenses around.
RonCron wrote:
Hi everyone,this is my 1st post and need advice.
I am Ron 68yo retired advanced amateur photographer,hiker and
live 20 miles from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.
My camera equipment consists of D300,105 f/2.8,70-300 vr g series and 18-55 dx lens.
I have a $3000 budget and do not sell my pictures, just do this for the enjoyment!!
Nikon has the d500 with battery grip on sale for $1796 until 12/30/2018 and i am getting the bug to upgrade.
with the d500 i am also considering the 17-55 f2.8 and 12-24 f4 lens used with the purchase, i am a Nikon nut.
Now the camera will be used in the national park 70% landscapes on the time
Would the fuji XT2 be a viable option for the d300 replacement or stick with the d500 ?
The XT2 purchase would be with battery grip and 18-55 kit lens and maybe 50-200 lens,am waiting for the
Fuji 8-16mm lens due early in 2018.Just because i have seen in forums that the 10-24 has issues
Also i am 6 foot 250 and can carry the nikon kit but really leaning towards XT2. Thoughts ??
Thanks Ron
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I don't have the specific links on this computer, but try some camera comparison sites.
https://www.google.com/search?q=camera+comparison+sites&oq=camera+comparison+sites&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.3918j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
I am biased ... I have had NIKON equipment for over 70 years ... now have the D500 and the D810 plus an assortment of lenses ... like you, I do not sell my images ...I teach digital photography and do individual tutoring. Since you already have NIKON lenses it would seem that switching might be counterproductive ... The D500 is probably the best DX camera available ... Again, in my judgement, the NIKOR lenses are the best. Good Luck !
Lloyd A. LeZotte, M.D., Ph.D.
Photographer & Scholar
By the way, I have a Canon G5X which I have with me in my little MINI Cooper S, as my bridge camera ...
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
The X-T2 is an excellent camera. One thing to look forward to, Sigma recently announced that they are dropping micro 4/3d lens development and are concentrating on Fuji and Sony lenses. So, sometime in 2018, you may have the opportunity to get some of that amazing Sigma glass on a fully Fuji compatible lens.
The OP has made his decision, but my question, as a UK Fiji user for some years, is to ask you for a "credible source" for the info you give about "Sigma recently announced that they are dropping micro 4/3d lens development and are concentrating on Fuji and Sony lenses."
I asked you to back up that statement in the other post, as did another member ....... but so far nothing. Why do we ask? I can find no information anywhere that backs up your statement, and am very much interested to discover where you got it from.
Looking forward to your response !
Wingpilot wrote:
I think you will be very pleased with that camera and lens combination.
I think i will,like i said i never ever considered a Fx because of the expensive lenses
The 24-70 will fit my needs especially the filters i use, nd and cir pl. Tjanks
Laura72568 wrote:
I had the X-T2 and really enjoyed it. I ended up selling it after six months. My issue was battery life and focus speed because I do a lot of birds in flight using continuous shooting. For landscapes, it was great. And I loved the EVF and still miss it today. I am now shooting Nikon and love it also but I probably would have stuck with the Fuji system if I didn’t have so much issue with battery drain. Good luck!
Thanks Laura for your observation, that reinforces my decision
Lloyd LeZotte wrote:
I am biased ... I have had NIKON equipment for over 70 years ... now have the D500 and the D810 plus an assortment of lenses ... like you, I do not sell my images ...I teach digital photography and do individual tutoring. Since you already have NIKON lenses it would seem that switching might be counterproductive ... The D500 is probably the best DX camera available ... Again, in my judgement, the NIKOR lenses are the best. Good Luck !
Lloyd A. LeZotte, M.D., Ph.D.
Photographer & Scholar
By the way, I have a Canon G5X which I have with me in my little MINI Cooper S, as my bridge camera ...
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Dr too bad we were not closer you would of had a new student. Thanks
MT Shooter wrote:
From the sounds of your lens selection I would guess you like to do landscapes.
With that, I would highly recommend the D750 over the D500 OR the Fuji for a wider view and much better low light capability.
Mt shooter, i am glad you planted the seed on the D750,i would of never considered Fx.
I seldom check Nikon refurbished site,but i am glad this time. Thanks again
Ron, in my humble opinion you are already answering your concerns when you say you are leaning toward the XT-2. From what I know the D500 is a great camera for action and wildlife not meaning it cannot perform to perfection with landscapes and other subjects. I am sure you know that once using the XT-2 you have to sell your present gear and you will take a hit.
If you have tried the XT-2, I am sure you know that it is lighter than the D500 which is an asset for hiking.
After adding the Fuji XT-1 to my Nikon kit (D300 and D750 with all pro glass), and seeing the high quality images from my Fuji with the 18-55, 10-24 and 55-200, I eventually moved up to the XT-2 and added most of the Fuji lenses after selling all my Nikon gear. But you already have some good Nikon glass, and the D500 is a great camera. So you do have a dilemma. The big advantages of the Fuji, however, are its smaller size and lighter weight, the EVF tells you "what you see is what you get," and the wonderful ergonomics of its controls. Also, the Fuji lenses are just as sharp as Nikon glass, and for the most part, they are smaller and lighter.
By the way, I don't know what the "issues" are with the 10-24mm. It is a fantastic lens....extremely sharp and virtually no distortion even at 10mm. The only "issue" might be that it is not weather sealed. I've never seen a bad review, and I've never taken a bad photo with it (at least that was the fault of the lens.)
I've never regretted my move from Nikon to Fuji, and I shoot travel and adventure for national magazines.
camerapapi wrote:
Ron, in my humble opinion you are already answering your concerns when you say you are leaning toward the XT-2. From what I know the D500 is a great camera for action and wildlife not meaning it cannot perform to perfection with landscapes and other subjects. I am sure you know that once using the XT-2 you have to sell your present gear and you will take a hit.
If you have tried the XT-2, I am sure you know that it is lighter than the D500 which is an asset for hiking.
No i have not tried the XT 2.We are not close to a camera shop,normally like to touch/hold before i buy.
As i understand it, i have large hands and would still need a add on battery therefore getting in big camera territory.
Love the Fuji color though.When i shot film i always had Fuji Velvia 100 in my camera.
I still may get a Fuji X100f with fixed 23mm sounds interesting. Thanks
Laura72568 wrote:
I had the X-T2 and really enjoyed it. I ended up selling it after six months. My issue was battery life and focus speed because I do a lot of birds in flight using continuous shooting. For landscapes, it was great. And I loved the EVF and still miss it today. I am now shooting Nikon and love it also but I probably would have stuck with the Fuji system if I didn’t have so much issue with battery drain. Good luck!
Firmware updates have vastly improved the XT-2's continuous focus performance. Recent tests have shown it is now equal to the Nikon D500. The XT-2 battery pack that adds two batteries to the one in the camera body improves performance, and you can shoot all day long without changing batteries. Or, simply keep a couple of extras with you. They're a cheap answer to "the battery problem." But, hey, if you're happy switching back to Nikon, that's fine. I was a Nikon shooter for years and have a portfolio of great images taken with my D70, D200, D300 and D750. All very good cameras, especially the D750.
sr71
Loc: In Col. Juan Seguin Land
Congrats RonCon on your decision. You couldn't be wrong with either of em......
In the "Professional's" store in Baltimore (Service Photo) I was informed that Nikon is looking to enter the mirrorless market in a BIG way next year! I know, a year is a "lifetime" in anticipatory terms.
jeryh
Loc: Oxfordshire UK
Go for the D500; much more strongly built, and better for your purpose. I have a D3, and the fuji. Take your pick, But I know which I would go for !
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