Just came across this channel. Around 9 years ago I swopped a Leica lens for an x-t1 and I'm still using it today. They're an excellent, reliable little camera that does everything I want and has never let me down. Some great shots of Venice showing what this little gem of a camera is capable of, and just subscribed. As I always say, 95% of a good image is being there and seeing the potential and the other 5% is the gear. From your accent I think you may be from the same little island as I am, but further north maybe? Enjoyed the video and will check out some more.

@MyContrails

12 күн бұрын

I totally agree about the fact that it’s 95% opportunity. I started this channel with exactly that mantra. Too many KZread channels promoting the next best thing. I’d rather spend the money getting myself somewhere interesting. Ed

@MyContrails

12 күн бұрын

Thank you for subscribing.

I liked, "The Grand Union Canal best', Market Harborough looked very romantic. Thanks for your video.

Great review, love the pictures, this is one of my favourite places in the world, when it’s not too busy. As a full time pro photographer for 30+ years, to capture any moment in time is priceless. 📸

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. I’m no great photographer but I love the process. It’s also great to have something to do whilst I’m away with work. Ed

A great camera for sure. Like to use my XT-1 with the XF 35mm f1.4 and even the XF 23/35mm F2. Great for holiday combo.

I love the older Fuji cameras! I have an XE-2 and XT-2 and love them both. They are great cameras that take great photos.

@MyContrails

Ай бұрын

I’ve an X-E1 and an X-T2. I love the small form factor of the X-E series. Ed

What a nice and relaxed video. Thank you!

@MyContrails

Ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Ed

I loved the X-T1 and wish I hadn't sold it. I actually had it at the same time that I had the X-H1 and the X-T30 and I found myself using the X-T1 most often. Great camera.

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

Most fun for me are the X-T1 and X-E1 so far. Ed

Subcribed! Looking forward to travelling with you through Europe and beyond!

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! Ed

Former X-T4 owner, former X-T30 owner, current X-Pro 1 owner... Been thinking of getting an X-T1.. I'm just looking for cameras with a "special something" inside. A sensor unlike most others. I think the X-T1 might be it..

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

It’s a really old school organic sensor. Also consider the X-T10. Much the same but not weather sealed and a different dial interface. The if you’ve been used to 35mm cameras then the X-T1 just feels right in the hand. Ed

Cracking little video, good luck

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍 Ed

Love the B & W scenes! Very resonant of the best low ISO film stock.

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

I’ll have to share my recipe tweaks. Ed

Brilliant Mate really enjoyed that the b&W was excellent the video was nice I tweak my simulations to my liking The XT1 is a great camera still not got to Venice though.......

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it Ed

Enjoyed the video and the photos, hate the T-shirt 🤣🤣🤣

@MyContrails

Ай бұрын

Lucky for me it’s not a fashion channel. 😜

@gashead2

28 күн бұрын

@@MyContrails 🤣🤣🤣

Nice video Ed - Subscribed! Having watched several videos on the subject of the Fuji X-T1, I have taken the plunge and purchased one for myself! I spotted a used X-T1 on the MPB website, listed at £359 described as “excellent condition” (cosmetic!). I also purchased a half leather case and a battery grip at the same time for a few quid more! To be honest, I was a little nervous since the item description did not detail the “shutter count”! MPB offer a no quibble 14 day return so I thought it was worth taking a punt! I’m hoping that the condition of the camera is indicative of little use and a low shutter count!! As a current Canon camera owner, I didn’t have any Fuji compatible lenses however, I decided to put in an offer on a TTArtisan 24mm f1.4 lens, which I secured at £92.50 (near mint condition). This should arrive tomorrow or Saturday, after which I’m hoping I can take some shots and try and obtain the shutter count to evaluate wear and tear / longevity etc. First impressions are it’s a funky stylish retro looking camera. Very comfortable in the hand….certainly a lot smaller than my Canon 40D! Just to add, what a “combo / fab lifestyle”……pilot, photographer armed with an X-T1……..not jealous🤢😂

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. You’ll have a blast with it just like I have. It has that lovely old school feel to it and the image is all you’ll ever need. JPEG and the internal RAW conversations to other simulations are just amazing. Ed

Great video and great camera . I've been out earlier taking street photography with my XT1 which I will probably put up on my instagram . I've not used mine one for video but looking at your video I quite liked the old school quality of the footage if I'm honest . Maybe not for client work, but for personal projects it looks fine . Gonna subscribe to see what else you ut up on your travels

@MyContrails

Ай бұрын

I love the rendering both in photos and video. It has a lovely ‘feel’ to it. Thanks for subscribing. Ed

Super tour and lovely shots. The B&W's are amazing... What film sim did you use for the video?

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

I believe it was Velvia. Although I’ve tweaked it slightly. I’ll do a video on my recipes in due course.

@JoniUkr

2 ай бұрын

​@@MyContrailsThanks, that would be really helpful. I'm trying to find the vintage sweet spot on my XM1

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

I’ve one of those as well and love it. 😜

Ed…My new TTArtisan lens landed this morning. Popped it on my recently purchased X-T1 (described as excellent condition when purchased from MPB)……Taking a punt on a 2nd hand camera does come with some risk, especially when the camera is 10 years old! To my utter amazement, I uploaded a JPEG to validate the shutter count……UNBELIEVABLE….a mere “895” shutter activations!! It’s like a new camera for £359 (body only)….what a result! That’s got to be one of the best purchases I’ve ever made🎉🥳

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

I hope that’s the original shutter count. I believe that shutter count on EXIF was a firmware update but there’s no real way of telling. When the internal battery dies, and the regular battery is empty, the shutter count resets. In the newer cameras this isn’t the case as it’s written to an eprom. Either way if it’s in good condition I’d suspect that it has been well looked after. So often people chase the latest cameras so it could very well be the case. Have you updated the firmware yet? 👍

@Elements795

2 ай бұрын

@@MyContrails As you say, it’s possible that the shutter count could have been re-set however, the condition of the camera is that good, it may well be correct…time will tell! As for the firmware update, no I haven’t. I know this is recommended but do you know of any good reason not to do so?

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

It’s the first thing I do. More for lens compatibility than anything else.

@Elements795

2 ай бұрын

@@MyContrails Hi Ed. Yes, checked my camera’s firmware info and it shows the latest update (5.52) has already been installed. Not sure if that update is the one to which you refer, but even so; as the latest update was Sept 2020, that would still only be 895 actuations over the last 3.5 years!

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

Looks genuine then. 👍

Is the video actually shot with the X-T1?

@MyContrails

Ай бұрын

Everything you see in this video including the intro is on the X-T1. Some post processing in DaVinci Resolve. Ed

Remove the black bars from the top and bottom.

@MyContrails

2 ай бұрын

Sorry that they offended you. I was just going for that classic cinema look. Ed