That forest picture at the 5:00 minute mark is stunning.

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, Chodi 🙏

Got a new subscriber today, straight forward review from a fellow Scotsman which is a nice bonus. Just sold all my Sony gear and bought an X-T3 with the 18-55, so this review was important to me. Many thanks :)

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Craig 🙏 I’ve been tempted to get a pair of xt3’s for wedding work. Solid camera and relatively cheap nowadays :)

@CJW-Media

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I think I’ll be doing the same. Going to rent some lenses and see what I like before buying, but so far seems pretty decent. Don’t want the size and mega expense of full-frame.

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

That’s how I got into Fuji too. Wasn’t taking my 5D with me 90% of the time.

Here is my "fix" for getting good autofocus in low light, especially for video: Set the camera to Continous focus mode and set one of the buttons on the back of the camera to "AF-On". You then set your focus area and hold the button and instead of getting crazy focus hunting it's much more usable. At least this is how I do it on my XT3 with this lens.

@TheLiamGordon

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like a useful workaround. Thanks!

I really liked the 18-55 when I had mine (twice). But I've never liked the focal range, I always struggled with it. But when I used it for video, it was really impressive. I might have to get one again if I end up doing more video work. But for me personally, I've been using the 10-24 a lot more as I tend to shoot wide even though its slower. Great video Liam!!

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nicholas. I have such mixed feelings with it. It does a good job but I don’t love using it. I can see it doing well for video. I use it a lot for the talking head videos, it’s been great for that. I’m gonna try the 10-24 one day. Heard great things.

@nerwin

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon I've heard people call the 10-24, the 18-55' cousin. Yes it's similar in build quality and design. But I like the fact that it's all internal zoom and I'd honestly say its build is better. The sharpness and the low distortion it has is significantly better than the 18-55. It's definitely one of Fuji's best lenses but some don't like it because it's not an 2.8 and its not WR. Well if it was a 2.8, it would be much bigger and heavier. Then they'd complain about that. You can't win....hahaha. I need to make my own video review/thoughts on the 10-24 after using it for a couple years.

Superb sample images!

@TheLiamGordon

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!!

My favorite lens when I was a canon shooter was the 24-70 f4L So I decided to not change the spends, and hey, at certain apertures I get that extra stop or so of light.

Loved this review

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly :)

Great photos. Very nice samples are rare. The f 2.8 (yes 2.8) - 4 is a great all around lens and one of the great bargains in photography, right up there with the Sigma 16mm f 1.4 DC DN. 'Kit' is a poor choice of words. Fuji made extra great efforts to make this worthy of it's X camera line up and it shows. It should have been tagged with a red label. I've shot successful weddings with less. You can see the results of the !8 - 55mm f 2.8 - 4 on my channel (X T3 60p VS 30p 4K Sample).

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Vikingdescendent Thanks! Yes, it’s a great all round lens for sure :)

Liam i love ur content for 2 reasons: composition & fujifilm gear. Never miss ur videos. Do u hv a flikr account (or any) where i can look ur photos?

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ezequiel! Much appreciated. I only really have KZread, Instagram and my website. Never really understood Flickr. Is it mostly for higher resolution?

@EzeRazor

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon awesome I will check ur website, dont bother about flickr lol

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks man 🙏

I have this lens to it was the first one I bought when I got my X-T2 and I love love it for many reasons and as long as I'm shooting with Fuji I will have this lens 👍.

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah its a great one to have.

I've got a used version of this lens on the way. I needed a good versatile lens to run on a gimbal and this looks like a winner. I actually traded my viltrox 13mm for it as I didn't like how wide 13mm is. I think 18mm has a more natural look while giving up a bit of real estate.

@TheLiamGordon

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Hope you enjoy it. I think you’re right, 18mm is pretty natural looking and the lens overall is nice and versatile.

Superb lens. I bought mine second hand for next to nothing and I’ll never sell it. I’m using an X-T3 and I’ve paired mine with a 3rd party 11mm extension tube for macro shooting.

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Nice! Sounds like it was worth every penny 👍

@jkb462

4 жыл бұрын

The Liam Gordon absolutely. And think the key is to understand the limitations of the lens. It’s not a fast prime lens..and I don’t treat it that way :)

@stadtjer689

3 жыл бұрын

Great suggestion! I just picked up my X-T2 as a first camera, and I’m planning on getting this lens :)

very good review. Thank you. But I wish we could see the video performance of this lens as well. And it would be nice if the shooting values were written on the photos. Thanks again.

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I should mention this stuff at the start. I’m not an experienced enough videographer to be able to do a proper video review. I really only use this lens for video for the talking head parts of my KZread videos... I get asked about the shooting values fairly often. But it takes me so long to find it and add it to the image and I don’t think it provides much value so I don’t tend to add them :)

@VeSimdiMikrofonda

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It is good for me to know that you are shooting your KZread video with this lens. Good work.

Wow, execelente video , con que cámara grabas tu video vlog ?

@TheLiamGordon

2 жыл бұрын

It changes over time. In this video - canon 5d mkiv. ✌️

I've had my 18-55mm for a week now. I was getting frustrated with soft and inconsistent pictures. It LOOKS like the issue is that I needed to change my IS (image stabilisation) setting in my X-T30 menu from Continuous to Shooting Only. I'd read a couple of posts online where people had tried that, compared pictures, and found it better. Something to do with continuous creating a build-up of vibration that doesn't matter when filming so much but hurts still pictures. I've only tried the difference today and THINK I can spot a benefit. My pictures are really clear today, perhaps helped by the bright weather outside ... or by this potential fix. Will see.

@TheLiamGordon

2 жыл бұрын

I hope it all works out for you, Mike. I didn’t notice that issue but I also don’t think I ever used the continuous IS function. Hopefully now you have it in ‘shooting only’ it will be ok.

@mikefoster6018

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon Seems better. Hard to tell, as the weather here became glorious the moment I made the change - so better lighting etc. But it seems both far less soft and no longer halo-y :) I'm relieved, as the 18-55mm with the X-T30 is a nice light-ish combo for hand-carry on my walks. But I wasn't prepared to stick with it if the pictures weren't good. Hopefully sorted.

I love the Fuji cameras they are great

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

I think they’re pretty great too 👍

@ethan10028

4 жыл бұрын

Do you remember me from camp

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Ethan kohina Everybody remembers Ethan and Sam!

Having already the 18-135mm which I bought in a kit with my X-T1 back in the day (because weather sealing, but the IQ was sadly not there) I rather opted for the 16-55mm f2,8. Yes, the 16-80mm f4 might be more flexible, but the 16-55mm is more suited to my needs. And no, lack of OiS is not the problem if used on the X-H1...

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

I understand. Everybody’s needs are different and 16-55 is an excellent lens. I once looked at it with the x-h1 but it was not as small or light as I would have liked. So the xt2 won, since it was smaller and cheaper :)

Nice review! I love the quality of the 18-55. I have the 35 f1.4 and the Viltrox 85 f1.8, I use the kit lens as an 18mm. When shooting at 18mm i don't want anything blurry anyway, so 2.8 is fair enough (maybe not so much for low light though).

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Timon Brew thanks, Tim! It’s a good little performer. It does tend to struggle a tad in low-light but it does better than most kit lenses. I’d rather the 35 f1.4 though :)

Would the be a good lens to get with the Fuji X-H1? I shoot a lot of landscape photography some portrait etc...

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I think it would be pretty good! Its not always the sharpest compared to primes and more expensive lenses but I often take only this lens when hiking. This or maybe the 16-80 f4 would be solid choices.

thanks

Thank you that's really helpful) I am looking for that lens would be my first lens in my first camera XT4 and I want to do videos and photos as well. Probably will buy that one but second hand since I just spend all my money for xt4)))

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

I think the 18-55 is a great first lens for both photo and video. 16-80 is also a great option but a bit more expensive 👍

@FluFilmPro

3 жыл бұрын

How do you like your XT4...? How is it in low light video mode..? At what iso value grain starts to appear..?

Hello, Liam. Would you recommend this lens over the 16-80mm from Fuji for KZread videos?

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe if you are inside and want a slightly blurry background. They will both do the job but the 18-55 at f2.8 will be a bit better in low light.

@forero395

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon Thanks, Liam

which one would u recommend for video the 16-80 or the 18-55?

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

I think both would be very good for video. 16-80 might be optically better. But I have the 18-55 and I like it. So really whatever fits your budget and whatever focal range you need/prefer.

Hello Liam, I am here again. :D 18-55mm is the only lens I have and I might have my very first client work this coming weekend, 29th. Do you think this will be enough to use to a party event? 18th birthday party. I really need some advise for this. Is this lens enough ? I also have a godox v860ii flash. Thank you so much man! ily.

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

As your just starting out with client work. That lens alone should be just fine... Use your flash if it’s too dark and take spare batteries. As you progress and get more work you can invest in other lenses you might need... if you need them. ✌️

@CrimsonLadyVT

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon thank you, Liam. 😊 That helps a lot. I'm nervous.

As a hobbyist photographer, I am using 18-55 kit lens with XT20 camera. and I got really good images in all conditions. Which prime lens will you suggest in Fuji range?

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

I worry I was too critical. It is an excellent kit lens overall :) Choice of prime lens will depend largely on what you like to shoot and your budget. Most of the prime lenses are very good. I loved the 56mm f1.2 for portraits and also for street photography. I currently use the 35mm f2 for almost everything. Also any of the 23mm lenses would be great choices for a sort of “do it all lens” too, especially if you prefer wider focal lengths. Sorry that’s not a solid answer. Lens choice can be very different from one person to another :)

@AmitChivilkar

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon Thank you so much!

@andrianicarolina2828

4 жыл бұрын

I am confused which one to choose. Should I buy xt20 with the 15-45 or 18-55 kit lens?

Could this lens be used for Instagram filming Liam? Would the Fujifilm 10-24 be a better option? Cheers Hamish

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

If you were mostly filming yourself, like a vlog, the 10-24 might be better in the long run. You could start out with the 18-55 since used ones are cheap, the shots will just be a bit tighter

@hclarke116

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon cheers mate:-)

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

@@hclarke116 I'm curious what kind of videos do you make for Instagram?

I always use a DSLR câmera but now um thinking move to mirroless. What you think about this move?

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

I think it’s a personal choice. I changed to Fuji mirrorless mostly for the small size. I enjoy photography more, shoot more, and have improved more since. It’s all about finding the camera that you can do your best work with. I do still have dslr for work but would like to switch soon.

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

@spc3mky I find there is plenty size advantage over a dslr. Beside a high end canon or Nikon it’s far smaller and lighter. So it’s better for travel or long hikes.

Hi. I have a question regarding the Fuji XF 18-55mm lens. I just bought a second-hand copy of this lens and it makes a grinding noise I am not sure it is normal. When the aperture is on the smaller end (or whenever it is not on the widest aperture), the blades will instantly close up to the respective f stop when I half-press the shutter button. But when I release the shutter I can hear the blades making the noise as the aperture opens fully back up. Closing up makes a noise, but is fast and smooth, but when the blades open back up I can hear the noise but also notice a more stepped motion of the blades. Is this normal?? Thanks

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I think that is normal. I don't know why it takes so long to open back up from small apertures, but mine does it too. I wouldn't quite say its as severe as grinding but it does chatter a bit.

@cristinaandujar601

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon Thanks!!

Hey mate, which camera and lens did you use to make this video? I want my video to look like that lol

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Hey man! Canon 5D4 + canon 24-70 f2.8L I do not recommend that setup for videos, I just happen to have that camera and lens for wedding photography and it happens to do nice video too. I’d far rather have an eos rp, r6, or xt4. Lastly, that look is partly down to great window light that day and a warm white balance. I’ve never had it look that good again 😂

@moreduga

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon haha that makes sense, mate! I've been looking at the X-T4, but I'm not quite sure which lens I should get if I want to do talking head/tutorial videos. Any recommendations on that?

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

If you’re just getting started the 18-55 is a decent and affordable starting point & is good for lots of stuff. It’s actually the only Fuji lens I’ve filmed anything with before. 16mm 1.4 seems to be loved by many but I’ve never used it. 10-24 looks good if you need a proper wide angle. I recommend going with what you can afford at first though and adjust from there. It doesn’t have to be perfect when you’re getting started ✌️

I needed help to decide, which one to buy, i am buying one of these, both comes in similar price here in Thailand : 1. Fujifilm xt20 with kit lens 18-55mm f 2.8-4 2. Fujiflim xt30 with kit lens 15-45mm f 3.5-5. Both are around 750$ i am not sure which one to buy.

@11razor22

4 жыл бұрын

i'll choose xt20 , the 15-45 is a complete garbage lens

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

I've never used the 15-45mm lens so its hard to say but my gut feeling would be to go with the xt20

@mr.b4444

3 жыл бұрын

@@11razor22 Actually I've owned the 16-50, 18-55, and 15-45. With the exception of the power zoom which I don't like, the 15-45 is the sharpest and most contrasty lens out of the three. I don't regret dumping that 18-55. The build quality is great but image quality is so so.

What is your favorite lens to use? Fuji18-55 or the 35m f2?

@TheLiamGordon

Жыл бұрын

On the xt2, either the 35f2 or 23f2.

@Jgheiler

Жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon nice. What would you recommend for the XT4? for fun :)

@TheLiamGordon

Жыл бұрын

@@Jgheiler if I could only have one of the lenses you asked about I’d take the 35f2. It may feel a bit more limiting than the 18-55 but it was lighter and more enjoyable to use every day. That being said. If you are worried about being stuck to one focal length the 18-55 will serve you well. This is truly down to personal choice. One man’s trash is another man’s treasure with lenses :)

What's the ring after the zoom I never figured out ?

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

The one at the end of the lens? The focus ring. It only works if you’re in manual focus

@ERJOL

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon thank you man 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Eriol Muarem it’s all good. There’s so many functions on cameras and if it’s not something you ever use it makes sense you wouldn’t know. My xt2 has a setting for the front dial that took a viewer of my videos to explain to me :p

@ERJOL

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon if I may another question🙏 Maybe just my camera but whenever I change the battery all the settings rest and buttons assignment rest. Is it normal?

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Hmm, no that’s not normal. I’ve never had that happen. Maybe check some online forums and see if anybody else knows of the issue

Would you say the 16-80mm lens is better then this ?

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Good question and sadly not a straightforward answer. 16-80 has a much better reach but it’s not going to be as useful in lowlight on the wider end. I think they are optically fairly similar. I think I’d stick with the 18-55 based on size. I much prefer smaller lenses for walking around all day. But if you like to shoot longer and don’t mind the size, the 16-80 is a solid choice.

Good build but sharpness and contrast is not that great at 18mm and f2.8. Have to use f5.6 to get some ok results.

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

I feel like my copy is decent at f2.8. Maybe I got lucky.

This lens is way sharper than the 16-80. I had both and returned the 16-80.

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

drdehaan oh interesting! I mostly heard better reviews of the 16-80. I should get my hands on one to try out.

@sexysilversurfer

3 жыл бұрын

When you talk about sharpness, do you mean that in relation to street or for other types of photography.

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

@@sexysilversurfer I talk about it in relation to other lenses I’ve used rather than types of photography. But as I say, I’m not much of a stickler for technical stuff or pixel peeping so my opinions are not coming from a place of carefully looking at lots of lenses side by side. Hope that makes sense :)

@mr.b4444

3 жыл бұрын

Hell no, I've owned both.

You can actually get this lens for as low as $250 used on eBay (auctions)

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Dmitry Streak even better! Bargain at that price. I wish I’d thought to check prices on eBay

@DrAkyla1123

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon It is! It's been around since 2012, that's why the price is this low :)

@kingsamvisuals

3 жыл бұрын

I won an auction for $250 then the seller canceled because he wanted more. I was the only bidder. So bummed

@ThistleBeaksBirdCams

2 жыл бұрын

I just got mine for $230 so I assume that's good??

Sorry you said u can’t shoot a wedding with this camera ? Or did u mean with the lens ?

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

My bad, with the lens. The camera will be fine. To be honest you could actually shoot a wedding with it it would just be more difficult than with wider aperture lenses.

@danielmcdonald9917

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon arh ok thank you for the reply the kit lens and the quality what u get out of the images are amazing definitely gonna get this camera great review. 👍

와..한글자막 감사합니다.

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Its available new for around 300$ in einfinity 😇✌️

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

I didn't know about that website. I think it's grey market products so you don't get the same consumer protection but for those willing to assume a little risk to save more cash it sounds good.

@MultiCj007

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon payment is via paypal. And there is warranty and all.. 14 days replacement policy.. not a little money bro.. hell lot of money.. Also check Panamoz. Com.. here you'll get 1 year product manufacturing warranty.. check

The XF 16-55mm f/2.8 also doesn't have OIS. Otherwise it would have been THE lens xD

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

I’m not too bothered about having ois. I rarely feel I need it but it is certainly nice to have. 👍

No for wedding?

@TheLiamGordon

Жыл бұрын

No for a wedding if you are a professional. If you are just getting started, then maybe it will be ok to start with. It’s just not as good in low light.

@spikeweb5193

Жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon u think it was good with x-s10?

@TheLiamGordon

Жыл бұрын

@@spikeweb5193 I never used an x-s10 but no doubt it will work well.

Review about 18-135 Iam waiting

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

I didn’t know that lens existed until just now 😆 maybe one day I’ll get to review it.

@inzy1331

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon And so which budjet zoom lens is good for xt30 that you recommend?

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

In zy the 18-55 is a good budget zoom. Ive seen some great photographers using it. Another good option is the 16-80 if you have a higher budget.

@inzy1331

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon Thanks a lot ❤ you have some unique style colors which are so cool👍😎

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I’m glad you like my photos 🙏

Am acest obiectiv și pot spune că dacă îți cunoști bine aparatura poți să te ridici la nivel profesional...totusi pe mine ma intereseaza mai mult sa obțin imagini artistice cu acest obiectiv decât imagini profesionale.Nice review.

I have this one, braw lens

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Way better than the canon ones I’ve had in the past!

@Drew_Eden

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon I just bought a used 50-230, nice lens if you have enough light. Might look at the 55-200. I think I have gear acquisition syndrome 😁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@TheLiamGordon

4 жыл бұрын

Drew Eden the 50-230 is much cheaper though and you only get one extra stop of light with the 55-200. There’s not that much in it. Get yourself a wee f2 prime if you need a lowlight lens and you’ll have everything you need 👍

@Drew_Eden

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheLiamGordon Tested it over the weekend, nice lens actually and really happy with it. I've posted a few to my Instagram if you fancy a look :)

Who cares of what people want?

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with providing people with information

@tailorsoldierspy6464

3 жыл бұрын

The Liam Gordon no, you re right! i was thinking too loud maybe😜I just keep telling myself that all the time. by the way loved the review about the Fujinon lens 18-55 as a matter of fact i bought it right after i ran into your review. Thanks🙏🏽

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Chimay blue haha, it’s all good. I’m glad you found it useful. It’s a really great little kit lens ✌️

@tailorsoldierspy6464

3 жыл бұрын

The Liam Gordon yep perfect match with my legendary X Pro1💪🏽

@TheLiamGordon

3 жыл бұрын

Nice one 🙌

5:38 -- Wow. The disrespect is unreal. Look at the state of that U.S. flag compared to the fascist E.U. banner. Europe wouldn't be what it is today if it hadn't been for American intervention, and this is how we show our respect? Unreal. A complete shame!

@TheLiamGordon

8 ай бұрын

It’s got nothing to do with Europeans. That flag stands across from Independence Hall where our nation was declared independent. Thank the Down Town Club in the city of Philadelphia.