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Jul 17, 2018 10:04:38   #
One second a graceful long necked great egret, and a moment later........he looks like he was hit by a truck.

Beauty


The beast

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Jul 13, 2018 15:00:23   #
UTMike wrote:
Looks like you are going to have fun with that camera.


There is A LOT to learn but I'm very impressed by the IQ.
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Jul 13, 2018 14:54:38   #
1st post from my brand spanking new Fujifilm X100F


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Jul 5, 2018 09:30:50   #
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!
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It does help. I want to avoid the temptation to build another kit around another ILC.
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Jul 4, 2018 13:13:01   #
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.
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Jul 4, 2018 13:12:18   #
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 12:36:55   #
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 11:37:05   #
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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Jun 3, 2018 15:53:28   #
fergmark wrote:
I will tack the one I did on here if you want to see my effort.


Please do
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Jun 3, 2018 14:20:02   #
fergmark wrote:
Im in the habit of looking at past posts to get more of a feel for the strangers I interact with, and I read through this one. Seeing the background shades of green and blue behind flower in the color version, as opposed to the virtually black background in the black and white version. So I wondered if those blue and green channels were lightened up in the conversion how it would look. I decided It was a good thing. My result on the flower seems almost identical to those in your bw. Just an idea.
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Thanks, I may go back and give it a try.
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Jun 3, 2018 14:15:36   #
fergmark wrote:
I just had a look on the computer. I like a 4x5 ratio also. But I see what a great job you did taking out the distracting bits. Makes such a difference. Content aware is a wonderful thing. I sort of assume you use it. Anyway, thanks for the peak behind the scene and very nicely done. Mark


Content aware fill, clone stamp, patch tool.......whatever works. I love fooling around in PS almost as much as being out taking pictures!
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Jun 3, 2018 12:15:01   #
fergmark wrote:
I am trying to understand what I am seeing reflected in the water at the top, in the egret shot. It looks like normal weeds one would expect, but at a gigantic scale. Nice pictures


Here is the uncropped image. They are tall weeds. 4-5 ft high if I remember correctly. I guess they qualify as reeds.
Unfortunately, I don't have an image that shows the whole plant.


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Jun 2, 2018 15:53:34   #
jederick wrote:
Excellent series...many thanks for sharing. Think this December I will finally make a trip there for the waterfowl and whatever.


There is a pond (sometimes 2 ponds) on the west side of the road before you get to the visitors center. This is the best spot for morning shots of the sandhill cranes and snow geese. The birds aren't under contract so they aren't there en masse every day but.......I've never been completely disappointed.

Also......it gets much colder there than you might think. Three years running, just after new years, I stood in 13º weather waiting for sunrise. A 13º camera is not user friendly.
Wasn't nearly that bad this year though.
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Jun 2, 2018 15:44:04   #
Retired CPO wrote:
Really nice. The Bosque is about a lot more than just birds.
Yes it is.

Aside from a gazillion different kinds of birds I've seen deer, javelina, bobcat, fox and coyote.........and, oh yeah.....skunk.



I know there are occasionally elk and mountain lion about but I have yet to see them there.
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Jun 2, 2018 12:40:35   #
The javelina is also known as a peccary.

Great egret

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Coyote

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Javelina

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