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Jul 4, 2018 11:37:05   #
Psergel Loc: New Mexico
 
I've been shooting with a fairly large Canon kit. (two bodies and a number of "L" lenses).
Sometimes I'd like to have a camera with me without packing the heavy artillery and I'm seriously considering the Fujifilm X100F. It looks like a really great little camera but......it aint cheap.
Lots of people seem to love the X100 series and.......some do not.
It seems to be a very very different beast and I'm wondering if any of you who typically use a DSLR kit also have the X100F and how does it work out for you.

-Is it tough going between cameras?

-Do you feel that the X100F's fixed lens is too limiting?

-Are there any "must have" accessories that you'd recommend?

-Did you go for the Fujifilm leather case and is it worth the $$s

-Any other thoughts for someone about to pull the trigger.

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Jul 4, 2018 11:53:23   #
ELNikkor
 
Didn't know much about it, but just looked at Ken Rockwell's review of it. The photos he takes with it look amazing; very sharp and colorful!

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Jul 4, 2018 12:33:49   #
rgrenaderphoto Loc: Hollywood, CA
 
You might want to consider the X-T20, which with the 27 mm pancake lens performs almost the same. I got a 2 lens X-T20 kit at Best Buy for $1200, and the 27 mm was $350 from Ebay.

Now, to answer your question, the Fuji X series of compact cameras are just incredible. Their color space for Standard looks like all other vendor's Vivid, controls are intuitive and the knobs make everything readily adjustable. I am not a big fan of leather cases, I prefer a ballistic nylon case to protect cameras.

I purchased the Fuji for a 2 week trip to France, and only regretted leaving my Nikon D850 behind once.

Before you pull the trigger, you can rent one from www.borrowlenses.com for 7 days for $83. Try before you buy.

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Jul 4, 2018 12:36:55   #
Psergel Loc: New Mexico
 
Thank you. A few years ago I wandered around Rome with my DSLR and 2 lenses. Never again.

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Jul 4, 2018 13:06:26   #
Mac Loc: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia now Hernando Co. Fl.
 
Psergel wrote:
I've been shooting with a fairly large Canon kit. (two bodies and a number of "L" lenses).
Sometimes I'd like to have a camera with me without packing the heavy artillery and I'm seriously considering the Fujifilm X100F. It looks like a really great little camera but......it aint cheap.
Lots of people seem to love the X100 series and.......some do not.
It seems to be a very very different beast and I'm wondering if any of you who typically use a DSLR kit also have the X100F and how does it work out for you.

-Is it tough going between cameras?

-Do you feel that the X100F's fixed lens is too limiting?

-Are there any "must have" accessories that you'd recommend?

-Did you go for the Fujifilm leather case and is it worth the $$s

-Any other thoughts for someone about to pull the trigger.
I've been shooting with a fairly large Canon kit. ... (show quote)


I have the X100F, and it is a great little camera and fun to shoot. My main camera is a Nikon Df and I also use a Nikon D7200. I bought the X100F to go along with those two DSLRs because I wanted a good little camera to have with me when a DSLR wasn't practical, and for street photography. I'm glad I have it.

It's always a little difficult switching between cameras, especially when they are different brands. Though once you get used to the X100F the first time, it doesn't take long to get up to speed again.

The fixed lens is not limiting for me. Obviously it's not going to do well in situations that call for a long lens, but for travel, street, landscape, etc. it is very good.

The only accessory that I think is a must have is the Match Technical - EP-2F Thumbs Up Grip for Fujifilm X100F. It mounts on the hot shoe and provides a solid spot for your thumb to give a firmer grip.
I have found the book Fujifilm X100F 101 X-Pert Tips by Rico Pfirstinger to be helpful familiarizing myself with the camera.
There are a couple of lens converters available. One converts the lens to a 50mm equivalent and the other to a 28mm equivalent. I don't have either one so I can't say anymore about them other than I wasn't interested in them.

I didn't get the leather case.

I think you will be very pleased with the camera.

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Jul 4, 2018 13:12:18   #
Psergel Loc: New Mexico
 
Mac wrote:
I have the X100F, and it is a great little camera and fun to shoot. My main camera is a Nikon Df and I also use a Nikon D7200. I bought the X100F to go along with those two DSLRs because I wanted a good little camera to have with me when a DSLR wasn't practical, and for street photography. I'm glad I have it.

It's always a little difficult switching between cameras, especially when they are different brands. Though once you get used to the X100F the first time, it doesn't take long to get up to speed again.

The fixed lens is not limiting for me. Obviously it's not going to do well in situations that call for a long lens, but for travel, street, landscape, etc. it is very good.

The only accessory that I think is a must have is the Match Technical - EP-2F Thumbs Up Grip for Fujifilm X100F. It mounts on the hot shoe and provides a solid spot for your thumb to give a firmer grip.
I have found the book Fujifilm X100F 101 X-Pert Tips by Rico Pfirstinger to be helpful familiarizing myself with the camera.
There are a couple of lens converters available. One converts the lens to a 50mm equivalent and the other to a 28mm equivalent. I don't have either one so I can't say anymore about them other than I wasn't interested in them.

Thanks!

I didn't get the leather case.

I think you will be very pleased with the camera.
I have the X100F, and it is a great little camera ... (show quote)

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Jul 4, 2018 13:13:01   #
Psergel Loc: New Mexico
 
Mac wrote:
I have the X100F, and it is a great little camera and fun to shoot. My main camera is a Nikon Df and I also use a Nikon D7200. I bought the X100F to go along with those two DSLRs because I wanted a good little camera to have with me when a DSLR wasn't practical, and for street photography. I'm glad I have it.

It's always a little difficult switching between cameras, especially when they are different brands. Though once you get used to the X100F the first time, it doesn't take long to get up to speed again.

The fixed lens is not limiting for me. Obviously it's not going to do well in situations that call for a long lens, but for travel, street, landscape, etc. it is very good.

The only accessory that I think is a must have is the Match Technical - EP-2F Thumbs Up Grip for Fujifilm X100F. It mounts on the hot shoe and provides a solid spot for your thumb to give a firmer grip.
I have found the book Fujifilm X100F 101 X-Pert Tips by Rico Pfirstinger to be helpful familiarizing myself with the camera.
There are a couple of lens converters available. One converts the lens to a 50mm equivalent and the other to a 28mm equivalent. I don't have either one so I can't say anymore about them other than I wasn't interested in them.


Thank you!

I didn't get the leather case.

I think you will be very pleased with the camera.
I have the X100F, and it is a great little camera ... (show quote)

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Jul 4, 2018 13:15:08   #
rpavich Loc: West Virginia
 
Psergel wrote:
I've been shooting with a fairly large Canon kit. (two bodies and a number of "L" lenses).


I did to; a 5D2 and then a 5D3.

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Sometimes I'd like to have a camera with me without packing the heavy artillery and I'm seriously considering the Fujifilm X100F. It looks like a really great little camera but......it aint cheap.


No but it's a nice little camera.

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Lots of people seem to love the X100 series and.......some do not.


True.

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It seems to be a very very different beast and I'm wondering if any of you who typically use a DSLR kit also have the X100F and how does it work out for you.


Before I started to shoot film exclusively that was my favorite camera. I took it everywhere. I loved it.

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-Is it tough going between cameras?


Not to me but that's just me.

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-Do you feel that the X100F's fixed lens is too limiting?


Not to me but I realize that you have to adapt your wants and wishes and technique to your gear. You aren't going to shoot White Herons from 200 yards with that camera.

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-Are there any "must have" accessories that you'd recommend?


A thumb rest that anchors to the body solidly and NOT just the flash hot shoe. The ones that don't seat at the body put a lot of torque on the hotshoe.

-Did you go for the Fujifilm leather case and is it worth the $$s

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-Any other thoughts for someone about to pull the trigger.


If you go to the Fuji X forum, you are liable to get LOTS of good advice about this camera and also find one for sale and save cash too.

That's THE place for X camera knowledge and camaraderie.

Just for fun, this is my favorite X100 video to watch. David Hobby is the man as far as I'm concerned.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QMpwhHnZs3E&frags=pl%2Cwn

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Jul 4, 2018 13:55:36   #
rpavich Loc: West Virginia
 
Mac wrote:
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There are a couple of lens converters available. One converts the lens to a 50mm equivalent and the other to a 28mm equivalent. I don't have either one so I can't say anymore about them other than I wasn't interested in them.



I bought both and enjoyed each of them.

If I ever went back to digital, an X camera is the one I'd choose.

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Jul 4, 2018 16:07:26   #
rjaywallace Loc: Wisconsin
 
I have the Fuji X100F and previously owned a Nikon DSLR D5200. Also currently I own and use an analog Canon AE-1 35mm camera. From back in the day I have first hand experience with Nikon and Canon SLRs, Nikon, Canon and
Sony advanced digital compacts, Rollei 35 analog compacts, Polaroid cameras, etc. I have been very pleased with the Fuji F and, if I lost it, I would not hesitate to replace it. Would not have problems going between the Fuji F and other digital cameras - it’s a matter of switching your mindset. One BIG help in that regard is reading manuals and studying videos to learn what makes each camera work. I wholeheartedly recommend the Fuji F and Fuji’s in general.

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Jul 4, 2018 22:24:54   #
le boecere
 
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
You might want to consider the X-T20, which with the 27 mm pancake lens performs almost the same. I got a 2 lens X-T20 kit at Best Buy for $1200, and the 27 mm was $350 from Ebay.

Now, to answer your question, the Fuji X series of compact cameras are just incredible. Their color space for Standard looks like all other vendor's Vivid, controls are intuitive and the knobs make everything readily adjustable. I am not a big fan of leather cases, I prefer a ballistic nylon case to protect cameras.

I purchased the Fuji for a 2 week trip to France, and only regretted leaving my Nikon D850 behind once.

Before you pull the trigger, you can rent one from www.borrowlenses.com for 7 days for $83. Try before you buy.
You might want to consider the X-T20, which with t... (show quote)


To the OP: Very good advice here ~ or, the X-E2 w/27mm pancake lens. It's my X100_ wannabe, and gives me the option of quickly fitting another Fujinon lens in seconds. Should be able to find the combo for around $400.

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Jul 5, 2018 06:31:03   #
nikon123 Loc: Toronto, Canada
 
I purchased (used) the Fuji X100t, which is the predecessor to the f. I added a lens which took the focal length from 23 to 35. I found 23 limiting. Its a great camera with a large sensor. Admittedly, I like my Nikon D500 more and do not mind the change of lenses (constantly). I travel a number of times per year and take both cameras. However, the number of images shot with the Fuji pale in comparison to that of the Nikon. The Fuji image quality is excellent. It operates very differently than the Nikon. Admittedly, I need to purchase a 'how to effectively use a Fuji X100t).
I know a few people who have paired this camera with a DSLR primarily due to its image quality and relative ease of use. The major controls are not hidden away in a menu, which I need.

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Jul 5, 2018 06:52:05   #
berchman Loc: South Central PA
 
I have a Fuji X-T2. I won a Fuji X100T in a drawing and didn't even take it out of its box because I wanted to sell it on eBay as new. I was tempted to fool around with it, but I would not be happy with a fixed lens.

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Jul 5, 2018 09:15:20   #
johonew
 
Psergel wrote:
I've been shooting with a fairly large Canon kit. (two bodies and a number of "L" lenses).
Sometimes I'd like to have a camera with me without packing the heavy artillery and I'm seriously considering the Fujifilm X100F. It looks like a really great little camera but......it aint cheap.
Lots of people seem to love the X100 series and.......some do not.
It seems to be a very very different beast and I'm wondering if any of you who typically use a DSLR kit also have the X100F and how does it work out for you.

-Is it tough going between cameras?

-Do you feel that the X100F's fixed lens is too limiting?

-Are there any "must have" accessories that you'd recommend?

-Did you go for the Fujifilm leather case and is it worth the $$s

-Any other thoughts for someone about to pull the trigger.
I've been shooting with a fairly large Canon kit. ... (show quote)



I recently added the X100F to my Fuji X-T2 (coming from Canon also.) I also looked at the X-T20 and the X-E3 since they are fairly comparable, and would allow me the use of my current list of X lenses. However, I chose to go with the fixed lens, as I wanted an option that would allow great shots, but not require me to bring a lot of kit with me. I tend to agonize over which lenses to bring on a trip, and then usually get bogged down carrying too much. I felt that this would force me to go light if I chose to *and* force me to learn to use my feet in composing photos. I actually look at the fixed lens as a plus, not a negative. The Fujifilm colors are just awesome, and I am finding that I am now shooting every day, as I can take the X100F with me almost everywhere I go. I think that the only way you will be able to decide is to rent one for a weekend and try it out. Hope this helps!

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Jul 5, 2018 09:30:50   #
Psergel Loc: New Mexico
 
johonew wrote:
I recently added the X100F to my Fuji X-T2 (coming from Canon also.) I also looked at the X-T20 and the X-E3 since they are fairly comparable, and would allow me the use of my current list of X lenses. However, I chose to go with the fixed lens, as I wanted an option that would allow great shots, but not require me to bring a lot of kit with me. I tend to agonize over which lenses to bring on a trip, and then usually get bogged down carrying too much. I felt that this would force me to go light if I chose to *and* force me to learn to use my feet in composing photos. I actually look at the fixed lens as a plus, not a negative. The Fujifilm colors are just awesome, and I am finding that I am now shooting every day, as I can take the X100F with me almost everywhere I go. I think that the only way you will be able to decide is to rent one for a weekend and try it out. Hope this helps!
I recently added the X100F to my Fuji X-T2 (coming... (show quote)


It does help. I want to avoid the temptation to build another kit around another ILC.

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