Future Fuji X100T Owner

I have a 6 year old system, Canon 5D Mark II with 24-70 and 70-200 and 50 1.8, that really doesn't get used much at all anymore.
Its sad, I just hate carrying around any of those lenses well besides the 50mm, I know I should sell the zooms and get a few primes and I'd be happy.
I used to take so many more photos, my Lightroom counts have gone from 4000+ shots in 2010, to less than 1000 last year. Really sad.

So part of me thought about selling it all and going with X100T, from what I've read here and other blogs (http://dedpxl.com/) etc, its use cases fit in where I mostly want and need a camera.
I'm missing out on the every day photos of my kids, carrying something with me to family gatherings, walks to the park, just wherever, because I hate carrying a big DSLR kit around. I feel embarrassed with some of the gear that would be with me, and I know thats weird. It was more just the frustration of carrying so much to get shots. Not so much the embarrassment. But it lingered there a bit.
But I think I still would want and use the Canon, with some different lenses...but I can surely see me using the Fuji X100T more so in where it counts most.

So I think I've talked myself out of selling the Canon gear for now, well the entire system anyway, still might dump the zooms for a few primes.
But now after reading a lot of posts here, I think the X100T is going to fit in perfect where I've needed a camera the past few years.

I know this is kind of meaningless post to most, just trying to get some feedback on some others who might have been here at the crossroads where I am, and decided to sell entire gear or not.
I guess the DSLR Fuji stuff is pretty good as well, so maybe I could still make that switch, but haven't investigated enough down that road.

I just need something to rejuvenate my photography which has gone dry the past few years, I think this camera might do the trick...anyone else been here?

ChrisMc73 wrote in post #17970791
...anyone else been here?

I know I was. Carrying a dslr and lenses just because a hassle to me. I needed a smaller camera for backpacking and wanted something to double as a carry around camera.

I finally ended up with an X-e2 with 18-55mm and rokinon 12mm for my backpacking needs and a 27mm pancake for my every day need. I have absolutely fallen in love with Fuji since. The X-e2 with 27mm still isn't "pocketable", unless it's a big pocket, but is quite a bit smaller and easier to carry then a dslr. I've had it just about every day since I've gotten it.

I'm enjoying the Fuji so much that I've been debating selling off my dslr gear. I even decided to splurge during the rebates that ended a little bit ago and got myself the 56mm f1.2 (and what a beautiful lens)

Fuji has its down sides such as the AF being slow compaired to a dslr at times. But it also has its pros like the size and Fuji improving their camera via firmware updates.

gremlin75 wrote in post #17970823
I know I was. Carrying a dslr and lenses just because a hassle to me. I needed a smaller camera for backpacking and wanted something to double as a carry around camera.

I finally ended up with an X-e2 with 18-55mm and rokinon 12mm for my backpacking needs and a 27mm pancake for my every day need. I have absolutely fallen in love with Fuji since. The X-e2 with 27mm still isn't "pocketable", unless it's a big pocket, but is quite a bit smaller and easier to carry then a dslr. I've had it just about every day since I've gotten it.

I'm enjoying the Fuji so much that I've been debating selling off my dslr gear. I even decided to splurge during the rebates that ended a little bit ago and got myself the 56mm f1.2 (and what a beautiful lens)

Fuji has its down sides such as the AF being slow compaired to a dslr at times. But it also has its pros like the size and Fuji improving their camera via firmware updates.

The colors and IQ seem very crisp and sharp to me, just looking at everyones posts and examples. Really the colors pop straight off the camera, no PP.

Unless you are only interested in a new x100T, there is always the option of a used X100S. There have been many up for sale with low shutter counts and extras included for around $500. You wont lose that much from the X100T and you'll be able to hang on to your canon equipment as the investment is quite low.

Do yourself a favor and buy a fuji body with interchangeable glass. Analyze your focal lengths you typically shoot. If you've been shooting with your 5d2 with those lenses in your gearbag you will probably feel very limited with a fixed lens.

My first outing with my X-T10 with 18-55 kit lens I was confused. The IQ was shocking with a kit lens!! The IQ seemed on par if not better than a Canon 70D/7dmk2 crop sensor with a 24-70Lmk1 or 25-105L f/4is with the exception of less resolution with a 16mpx fuji sensor. The funny thing is that the kit lens is...... a kit lens with all metal construction with image stabilization!!!!

Fuji is not cheap but it's also not expensive like a red ring prime/zoom. You can buy fast primes for about a grand each. The images you get is seriously surprising.

BUT realize that your 5d2 using center focus is lightening fast compared to fuji. In most cases for my casual use the fuji AF is just fast enough for most situations.

ISO 3200 with a fast prime is effortless in clean images.

My basic kit of 18-55 and 16mm f/1.4 (24mm equiv) is such a great secondary system for me. I cannot sell my canon gear but the fuji IQ is such a great secondary compliment.

Once you buy a small form factor camera you'll lug it everywhere.

I say definitely do it. I love my X-E2 more than any of my other gear... and that's really saying a lot considering how much I love/loved my a7S before it.

I do agree with some of the prior suggestions though; getting a used X100S you won't miss out on that many features compared to the X100T, but you will save a lot of money. And it's also worth considering an X-E2 or X-T10, especially since you said you like to use the 50mm on your 5D... an X-E2 or X-T10 with either of the Fuji 35mm lenses will cost you less than the X100T and be nearly as small and in a focal length you're obviously already comfortable with.

If someone put a gun to my head and said you can only keep one camera, it would be the X100T.

I went with the X100T in addition to my Camon system. I do not want to invest in a second system, and I can't migrate from Canon at this point in time.

The Fuji travels with me everywhere, and I shoot it in JPG. My canon gear only comes with me when I plan to shoot RAW or if I require a specific lens and/or body for something.

Jeff Hanson wrote in post #17973753
If someone put a gun to my head and said you can only keep one camera, it would be the X100T.

For casual purposes I think that's fine. I think many enthusiasts like tools to have versatility.

On an inexpensive Xe2 or marginally more expensive X-T10 we can shoot with a pancake lens and a second later swap a lens to a 56 f1.2 lens. That's a great system for simplicity and small form factor.

Everyone is different

AlanU wrote in post #17973761
For casual purposes I think that's fine. I think many enthusiasts like tools to have versatility.

I'm sure you didn't intend that to sound as dismissive as it does. I don't consider images I generally take with the T as casual, but usually rather deliberate and thought out. I am fully invested in the Fuji X interchangeable lens system, as well as Canon. I like the versatility of putting on various lenses that cost more than the camera body itself just as much as the next guy.

Jeff Hanson wrote in post #17973965
I'm sure you didn't intend that to sound as dismissive as it does. I don't consider images I generally take with the T as casual, but usually rather deliberate and thought out. I am fully invested in the Fuji X interchangeable lens system, as well as Canon. I like the versatility of putting on various lenses that cost more than the camera body itself just as much as the next guy.

My suggestion was merely stating that it's nice to have versatility with a body capable of interchangeable lenses. "Casual" is a description of photography for enjoyment with full consideration of subject content. If a photographer is shooting an event "in my opinion" this is far from casual. This is where a fixed lens is "not" really an ideal tool so I deem it "casual" use. I personally do not know any professional photographer using a fuji fixed lens camera for workflow (although it's possible I guess) If a person has been shooting Nikon and Canon for years the photog will be accustomed to a certain speed in AF. The speed of AF for professional events photography is another topic all together.

I have to admit the only appealing thing to me about the x100T is the leaf shutter used with flash for incredible fast flash sync of 1/1000. Although it sounds like the Nissin i40 has an HSS "trick". One focal length is cool on the X100T but as I said it's more logical for casual application.

I wouldn't doubt owning an X100T would kick start a totally different train of thought reshaping a person's style in photography. IMO that would be a reality check that "new" camera can excite a person back into shooting.

I think the OP/Chris should borrow the camera. There maybe a shock of how slow the AF speed is in the fuji compared to his 5dmk2 center focus point. There's a time process to adapt to how any camera performs especially in AF speed. I'm loving my X-T10 but I still find the AF just tolerable but for my family documentation I'm lovin' the IQ.

The fact that Fuji likes to use virtually all of the same "internal" technology in the 16mpx XE2, X-T10, X-T1 and X100T I think swapping small light lenses (compared to dslr)still makes fuji tiny and light vs his 5d2.

AlanU wrote in post #17973761
I think many enthusiasts like tools to have versatility.

AlanU wrote in post #17974263
I personally do not know any professional photographer using a fuji fixed lens camera for workflow (although it's possible I guess)

OK, so for the sake of avoiding an internet argument, I'll assume you meant "professional event" use from the start, and that you weren't intending to talk down to someone who has experience with a number of camera systems.

Jeff Hanson wrote in post #17974296
OK, so for the sake of avoiding an internet argument, I'll assume you meant "professional event" use from the start, and that you weren't intending to talk down to someone who has experience with a number of camera systems.

Yes!

There's a massive difference between "casual" and "professional event documentation"

Your comments on "If someone put a gun to my head" was totally over the top....the OP is simply asking for suggestions. As a POTN participant I think this discussion is hopefully helpful.

What other's use as tools is not my concern. If you have experience with many camera systems I am surprised you'd choose the x100t as primary camera "if force too". Although I really enjoy shooting with Fuji there are many other systems that would deliver in better AF, image quality and noise control. A Dslr can adapt in every type of situation but unfortunately comes in a larger form factor.

The op should scribble a pros/cons list and do more research.....

AlanU wrote in post #17974351
Yes!

Your comments on "If someone put a gun to my head" was totally over the top

If you have experience with many camera systems I am surprised you'd choose the x100t as primary camera "if force too".

Ok, I take back my previous reticence about engaging in an internet argument, because you just can't stop demeaning people. With all sincerity, I am glad that you are happy and content with your view of photography and photographic equipment. OP Chris didn't seem to be looking for a camera system for "professional event documentation" based on what he described in his original post. I used a little hyperbole to describe how much I enjoy the 100T, which obviously offended you, and triggered your natural response to condescend. I did a little searching on your posts and this seems to be a theme with you.

Oh......and I didn't say I would choose it as my primary camera. I said if "someone put a gun to my head and said I could only keep one camera". You may not understand the small but significant distinction, because apparently your photographic experience isn't about enjoyment or emotion.

My sincere apologies to OP Chris for this really sad exchange. I was just trying to express how much I enjoy the camera in a succinct (and attempted humorous) post. I won't drag this thread down with any further posts, just hope Chris enjoys whatever he decided to do.

Jeff Hanson wrote in post #17974682
Ok, I take back my previous reticence about engaging in an internet argument, because you just can't stop demeaning people. With all sincerity, I am glad that you are happy and content with your view of photography and photographic equipment. OP Chris didn't seem to be looking for a camera system for "professional event documentation" based on what he described in his original post. I used a little hyperbole to describe how much I enjoy the 100T, which obviously offended you, and triggered your natural response to condescend. I did a little searching on your posts and this seems to be a theme with you.

Oh......and I didn't say I would choose it as my primary camera. I said if "someone put a gun to my head and said I could only keep one camera". You may not understand the small but significant distinction, because apparently your photographic experience isn't about enjoyment or emotion.

My sincere apologies to OP Chris for this really sad exchange. I was just trying to express how much I enjoy the camera in a succinct (and attempted humorous) post. I won't drag this thread down with any further posts, just hope Chris enjoys whatever he decided to do.

It's not an uncommon sentiment. I've been in the Fuji world for the last few years and I've noticed a lot of photographers (of all stripes) have a strong attachment to the X100 series, with many saying that it would be the last camera to go.