Besides image quality, what’s the top characteristic you look for in a camera?

@TheMoodyPhotographer

4 жыл бұрын

To be NIKON 😌😜😅

@antistiolabeo8950

4 жыл бұрын

Ergonomics is one of them and Fuji is horrible at that to be honest. And nobody seems to notice it. A lot of fanboys out there.

@Sushidrew

4 жыл бұрын

I own both a Sony A7 III and a Fujifilm X100F and I can definitely say the X100F is a lot more "fun" to use because of the dedicated dials. I totally agree with you on there, but I like the A7 III for its articulating screen. (The X100V seems to have a flipping screen as well so I'm considering buying that in the near future). But I agree, the user experience of a camera is definitely important and having shortcut keys is a huge plus when making a decision on a camera!) Fuji has a better user interface than the horrid Sony ones too!

@andybrown8909

4 жыл бұрын

Build quality and how it feels in the hand. For me, only Fuji covers these. I have an X-T2 and love it!

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheMoodyPhotographer LOL!!

"The sony camera was kind of boring" - a-freaking-men. I use an A7r4 for work, but all of my fuji cameras have been much more of an enjoyment to use. Well said.

@toomworld

4 жыл бұрын

Max Caven my xpro is way more fun to shoot than my A7. It’s closer to how I feel with my film cameras

@pauladshead2089

4 жыл бұрын

When I decided to switch to mirrorless after a lot of research and trying out cameras, I found that with my X-T3 I was getting a camera, with all the others I felt like I was buying a computer that happened to take photos, which has made going out doing photography much more enjoyable! On the size issue for those of us with big hands, I added an L-Bracket that also bolsters the grip size and that helped a lot without making it bulky or heavy.

@jimmason8502

3 жыл бұрын

No pro photographer uses a Leica M for work but when they get to go have fun on the weekend the M10 monochrome comes out lol. Same with Fuji. You can make it work for you as a pro, but we amateurs love Fuji cameras. They're fun to use, the glass is amazing, they're fun to use, they look amazing and feel amazing and make great images. Like being a great chef and getting to cook over coals as opposed to induction heat.

I sold my A7RII with 85mm G Master because it was just too sterile. And it made me realise that buying an expensive set up when you haven't developed a style, and trained your eye, will only result in huge, broad dynamic range, ultra sharp crap images!

Best line “get away from that lifeless look” X-T3 is my daily drive. I also own the X-T4 but prefer the tilt screen on the X-T3.

I have an XT-2 and X100F and absolutely love them both, the whole experience with Fujifilm is just next level to anything else out there.

I am new to the photography. Learned basics on friends x-t10. Went to Tokyo and made some nice pictures with it. Bought x-t20 second hand in Tokyo and saved money for the future trips around the globe. Getting more satisfied with my photos as I learn.

@Ishijah1

4 жыл бұрын

Good for you, my photography skills started advancing when I brought my XT3.

When I became really involved in landscape photography, I started shopping around for a camera to replace my old Sony a58. I was drawn to the X-T3 mainly because of the tactile feel of the external controls. Having shot thousands of photos with this camera and loving every minute of it, it’s good to see how you have put that love into words and video. Thanks for validating my choice of cameras :)

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks William! Glad you enjoyed it!

Very nice to hear someone talking about *actual* image quality rather than just sharp sharp sharp sharp sharp sharp. I'm so tired of hearing sharp sharp sharp sharp sharp. It just doesn't matter. I want images that look REAL, DEEP, and 3D. I shoot Sony because it meets my needs professionally and I can't afford a second system for fun shooting, but I had spare money I would absolutely get into Fuji for my fun shooting, for all the reasons you listed. There's no doubt Fuji realizes the importance of having real, life-like images in both their senor and lens design.

I absolutely love my Fuji X-T3! I was worried about using a crop sensor, but the images that I am getting out of my Fuji X-T3 are amazing.

I’m still in my first two years of shooting DSLR cameras and as a long-distance backpacker, I naturally started looking at camera systems that were light enough to carry on months-long hikes. This search quickly brought me to the Sony cameras, but in the 16 months I've been learning photography, I've noticed that many of your counterparts, as you do, carry the Fuji XT-3 for shooting video. This has always intrigued me, as I have been curious about this camera for shooting landscapes. I now want to thank you for your personal use based review of the camera, you’ve answered many of my questions about it and I value your opinion and expertise.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Terry - glad to hear you were able to get some useful information out of it👍

Another tip: setting the noise reduction on the fuji to -4 is really 0 noise reduction.

@horrordudealma

Жыл бұрын

What does that mean?

@4fiHysteria

Жыл бұрын

@@horrordudealma zero denoising takes place if you set it to "-4"

Hi Mark...I have been using Fuji for about 5 years now. Currently own an X-T2 and am eyeing the X-T4. The Fuji gear is an absolute blast to use. Hope you have fun using it going forward! I also have a Nikon Z6 and find that camera also a stellar performer.

Well done, quite thought provoking. Thank you, Mark.

As a X-T3 shooter, I agree with all the points you made about this fujifilm camera. The thing I found most intriguing about what you said in this video was about the sharpness of a landscape image. The idea that landscape captures must be pin sharp from front to back is a mantra in the community. However, I really appreciate the point you made about intentionally adding some softness in post to create a different feeling. I think the Fujifilm color science and film simulations will really complement an attempt to go for a more analog look. I fee really challenged to explore this idea further in post production work. Thanks!

I couldn't agree with you more. I've made a similar transition as you, but from Nikon (full sized sensor) to Fujifilm. Now I still have my Nikon gear, but I have found increasingly that when I come to pack my gear for even a day trip, I choose to take one of my Fujifilm cameras and a couple of lenses. I also love the film simulations, and more often than not, I am completely satisfied with the jpg rendering.

Thanks Mark. I started with the XT1 when it came out. I still have it, the XT2, and now the XT3. I haven't gotten the XT4 yet. It's always fun to hear why some people switch over to Fuji and what they appreciate, especially landscaper photographers. I always appreciate your videos. Keep up the good work! Geoff

Mark, Almost all my landscape work is shot on FujiFilm (GFX 50 S). I love the direct access knobs on the top of the body. Sure, they're huge like the A/C control knobs on a '59 Buick Chieftain, but, there-in lies no small part of their knobby-charm. Besides the direct access to exposure variables, another (for any camera) plus is overall simplicity from menu to button function learning, and any other mechanical aspect of the camera's operation. Great sell on the X-T3. Its always gratifying to find the piece of kit that nails that just-right "Goldilocks" need in our work! Thank-You, Mike

Than you so much for this Mark, I was considering to buy a Fuji for my landscape photography, and after watching your video I'm even more convinced. The colors matter to me too very much :)

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Giulia Debernardi Glad to do it Giulia!

Your comments perfectly described why I switched from a full frame camera to the Fuji system. Love the experience of shooting with my xt-2 even though I know other photographers will be more than willing to tell you their system is the best. For me, it’s just a fun camera to use.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

I think that’s what’s most important - whatever camera you enjoy the most, that’s the best camera!

Ive been shooting 35mm film and am loving it, I like taking my time for my shots to get my exposure, composition and focus right. Comparing the photos between my 1990 Minolta and my 2017 canon, even though the sharpness is completely different, I just love the colours film produces

Completely agree. Jumped one year ago from Canon (20+ years) and Panasonic (2 ears mostly family and video) to all in on Fuji with the XT3 and have not been happier.

The main thing for me is the feel of the camera in my hand, how it makes me feel. This is how I ended up with my X-T3, and I even picked up a second hand 16mp Panasonic GX7 (m4\3) recently based solely on how well it fitted my (also) large hands. With an Olympus 17mm 1.8 prime the results are outstanding, so crisp and vibrant. So, I'm with you that MP are (arguably) less relevant (for me) now. Very interesting to hear your comments on softening images for a more organic finish, and I'm totally with you on how the X-T3 makes me want to go out and take pictures. Thanks for yet another very thoughtful and interesting video!

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching the video Phil! Happy to hear you enjoyed it!

I love my X-T2 and use it mostly for sports. Getting a Vertical battery grip will vastly improve the grip issue you talk about, and allows you to not worrying about the battery running out. I am looking forward to the new X-T4 which should have a larger grip, larger battery and perhaps IBIS. Kirk males a great L bracket, especially if you have the VBG.

Great to see you online again Mark and also very pleased to hear how you feel now after interacting with your new system for a while.. Just keep on keeping on Mark.. Stay safe and well.. Neville..

Fuji is just so versatile for landscape. Really love my xt30 setup for hiking mountains, where really every gram counts. Glad to see you flirting with such an amazing system too ;)

I've been trying to decide which camera to buy as my first camera for both photography and video making. Your video has nailed it for me! 🙏🙏🙏

Excellent video and information, Mark! As always love to see your content. Thanks 🙏👍

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Anuja Sharma Thanks so much Anuja!

I liked this weeks video. The process is huge for me too. I’ve shot 35mm, 645, 6x7 film and now digital. My favorite camera of all time is still the Mamiya 7ii. The image quality was top notch but it’s the process I miss. I loved its simplicity and shooting landscapes with range finders. I would love to shoot Leica but if I bought one I would feel ripped off. Dxomark just made a lot of people feel that way. I just placed an order for the Voigtlander 21mm 1.4. Nice wide distance scale. Perfect for zone/hyper focal focusing. The a7rii isn’t a rangefinder but I’m going to have fun with that lens. Full frame lens size is definitely an issue and I almost went with Fuji because of it. I decided I could always reduce the sensor to apsc mode and use some smaller lenses on the Sony. Or just buy the f4 versions of a full frame lens instead of the 2.8’s to save on size. I’d imagine most lenses designed for full frame will produce a more detailed image than one of its equivalent focal lengths in apsc. Assuming you are getting 15-20 more mega pixels out of the full frame. Im guessing though. I would to see some tests of the Sony 16-35 f4 vs Fuji’s apsc equivalent to find out.

Finally! I always say Sony is the best hammer to hit a nail, but Fuji makes the whole experience a joy

Great video and I appreciate the user experience versus the “technical specs and shooting against a brick wall”. I really enjoyed this. Thank you.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

The Wong Reviewer Much appreciated- thank you.

XT20 user myself and for what I know about photography more than enough for me at the moment - ILove Fuji!! I'll wait for you guys to update to the 4 series so that I can get a bargain on an xt3. Great videos! thxs

I feel much better after watching this video. I've ordered an XT3. Waiting for stock to arrive. I'm excited to begin shooting again after a long pause. I'm feeling inspired lately. Looking forward. I agree with what you said here.

Definitely the joy of use. Do I enjoy using my camera ?? This has been key for me as hobby photog. Hence why I sold my A73 after 8 months.

So informative video, thanx man

An honest, informative and exceedingly helpful video. Many thanks.

Mark as usual a great video, absolutely informative! Thanks

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Bruce Delorme Many thanks Bruce!

Everyone who argues with me on Sony/etc. vs Fuji never gets it, it’s not about sharpness... Fine a full frame is sharper, but the Fuji images I get are just as fine and I don’t have to carry around pounds and pounds of gear to do that. 🤷🏻‍♂️ A good photographer can make a great image with the iPhone, the Fuji is just so elegant I didn’t understand until I rented it and just always wanted it back after going back to my Sony. You clearly explain that in this video 👍

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it Chase! Glad you enjoyed the video!

@johnnyc5922

4 жыл бұрын

Completely agree that enjoyment is important, and it's not about sharpness. The dials of Fuji are a huge draw and if you are into that sort of thing and it makes you go out and shoot more, then definitely get the Fuji. For me, I enjoy shooting Sony, and the dials wasn't as important as options. I find that with the right Sony lenses, I can get the size/weight pretty similar to Fuji for when I want to go light and compact, and bigger lenses when I need low light capability. Though there is no small aperture telephoto zoom on the Sony, one thing I'll miss as I enjoy telephoto landscapes when hiking. Comparison of equivalent lenses: imgur.com/a/3HM2Tyy

@ivandimarco2004

4 жыл бұрын

My honest opinion is that almost no one is able to tell the difference between a full frame and an APSC camera when looking at images unless you're printing in gigantic sizes. I don't even take into consideration web and socials where the difference is practically impossible to see. Everyone has different needs, of course, but I never looked back to FF since I switched to Fuji. The quality of the glasses is fantastic and colours are great. Also the fact that the entire system is much lighter than a full frame (and many pro/semi-pro) DSLRs is a welcome bonus

@LucaBono.Studio

4 жыл бұрын

@@ivandimarco2004 the sharpness remain the same between aps-c and full frame, but full frame is more flexible regarding depth of field, gain tolerance, distortion, professional glass. For work full frame is a must, for anything else even a 1" sensor camera is good enough.

@ivandimarco2004

4 жыл бұрын

@@LucaBono.Studio not completely agree. Full frame is a must for professional jobs? Maybe in the past. Go say the same to people like Andy Mumford, Ian Worth and many other professionals, without talking about wildlife photography. Portraiture is a different story (when you really need the shallow DOF you're talking about). Professional glasses? Fujifilm is plenty of 2.8 zoom lenses plus loads of great prime. Everyone has different needs, I don't need (want) to convince people to go APSC but I found your word a but too superficial

My X-T30 just arrived. I'm really glad hearing from you and others that it stands up to the $2K Sony A7III.

I left my Nikon D750 to buy the X-T3 and so far I am super happy with this camera, as you mentioned film simulation was one of the main reason that I switched to Fuji. Great video as always my friend!

Awesome video Mark! Those are all great points, and I’m sure it’s really satisfying to have physical dials for all your settings instead of digital ones 😊

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated - thank you! I never thought physical dials really mattered, but I sure have enjoyed them!

I am unable to carry much weight, so I am loving that I can get the same sensor and processor in the X-T20/30 as in the X-T2/3.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

I’m right there with you. Bad back for me so weight is an important consideration for me

When you add Capture one for fuji or the pro version to your gear, the fuji files will be present much more . additional you can change the film simulation later on .

Your video virtually mirrors my thoughts/experience with the Fuji X-t20. JPEG output and the various film simulations rarely disappoint when taking landscape/travel shots. The tactile controls are also a big plus👌.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Love the dials!

Thank you so much for this and all your videos. I am new to photography and your work has been the most beneficial to me as I start in landscape photography. I just bought a XT-3 and struggled with if I should get full frame. Thanks for this video, it’s makes me even more excited about my purchase.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to do it Andy! Appreciate you checking it out

I wholeheartedly concur.... I love my Fuji XT-2 for all the same reasons you mention. Portability, weight, ergonomics, and image quality! Plus the viewfinder is so much clearer for eyeglass wearers. Interestingly, this camera resembles a lot my very first camera (a Nikon N2000 film camera, also made in Japan and all metal).

Great info and thanks for sharing it.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Wirinhar Wirjawan Glad to do it!

This video really resonated with me. About seven years ago I decided to shake things up and sold my Canon gear without knowing what I'd use next. Obviously I'm not a pro depending on photo income, but at the time I was a camera retailer, and that meant I could try out any camera I wanted from nearly every major brand. After pestering every factory rep for a trial body and lens I settled on Fuji. For the size. For the JPG quality. For the sheer fun/engagement of the body layout. For the high quality of the 16MP images. And because I have always preferred Fuji's interpretation of color (Astia, Velvia, Superia film stocks). To be frank, I had been shooting weddings and portraits and wanted to leave that behind. I loved shooting 4X5 and 8X10 for landscapes, which means lightening fast anything wasn't top of my list. I felt inspired working in the darkroom, so RAW quality was important. And most of all I wanted to free myself from carrying a 30 pound bag of gear (entirely self inflicted as a gearhead!). Today I have a pocketable X-E2 which was my first X-series camera, an X-T2 which is my diehard landscape shooter, and a new X-Pro3 because I wanted a durable "business backpack" body. I don't turn my nose up at full frame cameras at all, but Fuji's cameras deliver stunning results in a camera form factor I appreciate and they happen to be APS-C.

Thanks for the great video. I'm glad there are more of us who have succumbed to the charm and quality of Fuji. I have been a Fuji user for 4 years and have migrated from FF Canon. For some time I used both systems. My paid contracts are mainly concert and theater photos and event reports. I have no problem with the quality of low light photography even up to ISO 4000. I edit RAF in Capture One. My main camera is X-H1 and backup X-T2. Thank you.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Hilar! Thank you!

I am using X-T3 as well. I hope you will make more videos regarding landscape photography using fuji. Kudos to you Mark. Stay safe

Completely agree on all points. My XT1 and XT2 have always been with me and used as a daily camera. To a point that I feel awkward using them as 'pro' cameras like I do with my Nikons... even though the Fuji is just as capable and image quality is just as good most times.

Just switched from my A7iii to the XT3 and so happy I did it!

I shot with a Nikon FE 35mm film camera in the 1980's. The shutter speed, exposure compensation, and film ISO settings were dials on the top of the camera body similar to your Fuji. The aperture setting was a ring on each lens, most with color coded numbers from about f5.6 up to f22! Simple to use and definitely a fun experience. I shoot with a Sony A7 Riii now and absolutely love the camera and the lenses. However... : -) I am a believer in simplicity. I do wish the Sony had dials similar to your Fuji and my old Nikon FE (I still have it). Just because we're shooting with digital cameras doesn't mean the basic settings (aperture, shutter speed, iso) has to be or even should be visible only from the back screen of the camera or through the viewfinder. I think Sony, Nikon, Canon, etc. could learn from Fuji's example. I'm very satisfied with my Sony and will continue using it. But like you, I find myself moving away from the crispy, "everything has to be tack sharp" type of photos to the more moody, emotional, and ethereal style. Tack sharp definitely has it's place depending on the type of photo and lots of megapixels do matter when it comes to printing large sizes. But you make good and valid points - thanks Mark!

Great video Mark - I've got the Sony A7III, but seeing a comparison between the sony and fuji has really opened my eyes to Fuji!

Good review. Thank you )

Thank you for addressing some of the traps that us photographers get often wrapped up into...for some it takes years before we finally realize...

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Andre M Happy to do it Andre!

Glad you found the secret sauce of the Fujis enticing. I went from a Nikon D600 to the X-T1 to the X-T2 and now to the X-T3. I have always used two bodies and now use an X-T3 and X-H1. My number one comment is......those are great colors. I shoot almost exclusively in manual mode versus aperture priority as I always did with my Nikons. Slowing down has its advantages for a nature/landscape photographers. Try the 16-55 and you may never take it off your X-T3.

Great video Mark, I switched to Fuji a few years ago and I just love it. Taking photos is fun again.

I am definitely sold. I am not a Sony user, but thinking to switch to mirrorless and sell all my Canon gear. I already put my eye on Fuji X-T3, but what mattered to me is what it is to use it, and not just raw specs talk. Thanks a lot for that!

Went from Xt3 to RP and im really happy. The main quirk I had with Fuji was the file processing in Lightroom and Photoshop, they never worked as good as in C1. The Jpgs are great from Fuji and they look great SOC. My plan is not to stay permanent with the RP, but its a way to begin invest in RF glass. Altough... Im peaking for the X100V for a pocketfriendly companion.

I used to shoot with Canon then Nikon for years before selling all of my kit. I recently decided to get back into photography because I missed the joy of using a camera that you just don’t get with a phone. I picked up a used X-T3 in mint condition and a brand new 35mm F2 XF lens. I’ve fallen in love with photography again and having by far the best experience with this set up.

I just sold my a7Rii 2 weeks ago, I really enjoy Fuji for what I do

I agree with you on all points. It is interesting that your observations are similar to the reasons why I switched to Olympus Micro Four Thirds. I love the compact nature of MF3, and the sensor size has never been an issue with me in regards to resolution or overall picture quality.

Great video Mark.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated - thank ya!

Nice to hear a story like this about learning growing, and accepting new discoveries. Good work. 😊

I have shot with an XT3 for the last 8 months. At Christmas when the EOS R prices dropped, I bought an EOS R. Still have the XT3 and love using it. It has helped me move to shooting manual because of the dials. I find myself picking it up a lot more than the EOS R

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

I thought about that as well! The X-T3 is great for getting comfortable using M

Excellent video. Like many others, I am a FUJI user. I loved the manual controls and the dedicated functions. Lately I have been eyeing a Sony or a Canon mirrorless as I want to stay in with mirrorless. I went and held the Sony and despised how it felt in the hand. I am still considering the Canon, but when I think about the gains made from the switch, I can only come up with dynamic range and megapixels. I hardly print anything bigger than 14x20 like you, and while I do use LR and PS, I haven’t had any major issues with Fujifilm. They make excellent glass, too. Full-timers like yourself giving Fujifilm a shot is making me rethink switching away.

This is why i am going for the xt4. As i have seen alot of videos about the xt3 and fujifilms, this looks like a amasing camera that talks to you and says: Get me out of here and lets take some photos:) While my Sony a7 iii is what you said: Kind of boring. Olympus also seems to have the same appeal so i was looking into that too, but i decided to go fujifilm. I almost bought the xt3 but then the rumour about the xt 4 came out and i decided to wait for that, since i need the ibis for video. I am hoping the xt4 can both be my video and photo camera so that i just need one camera to do all of the work instead of using two like i am doing today. Also, for my hiking, size matter and thats a huge advance. Great video:)

Hi Mark I have shot the Fuji XT-2 for nearly 2 years & I import into Lightroom with Xirrident with a larger file size. I love my Fuji & it has definitely improved my photography. I only shoot for myself & I could not justify the expense of FF or want the weight & the later is why I sold my Nikon D7100 & all the lenses.The images on the walls either side of the stair case show how things have improved. I suppose that makes me a Fuji fan girl! Happy shooting.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

I know I’ve certainly become a Fuji fan boy over the past year. I won’t abandon my Sony a7rii, but it’s nice to have a second brand to use.

Great, candid and honest observations. I too am looking to purchase a small mirrorless aps-c for travel, and can see where I can end up using it more than my DSLR....

I switched over to Fuji from Nikon as well years ago for a lot of the same points. One more thing I love about the Fuji's is the different camera style. For example I use my XT-2 on my landscape shoots, workshops etc. Then I have and Xpro-2 (and 1, i just can't get rid of it) for walking about during the daytime at different locations or in the evening with 1 or 2 small primes and of course either is interchangable as a back up camera in the field.

A very refreshing reminder to not get overwhelmed with a million megapixels and f/0.95 apertures! Apart from a few very specific use-case scenarios, the essence of photography is to create art. I found this video helpful, thanks Mark!

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear you enjoyed it!

Thank you Mark, For supporting my veiws as a long-term Fuji user with the same FF concerns..Can I say the 16f/1.4 & 16-55f/2.8 are the lens I reach for walkabout now over the 10-24/f4 especially with low light situations.. You get sharper sides with landscapes when cropped down&up to a similar aspect ratio.Cheers from AU.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video Ian - much appreciated!

I enjoy your videos Mark. Last year I was so close to buying a Sony but gave a look at Fuji. I have had a few cameras over the past 50 years but I felt liberated when I took a Sony RX 100r4 on vacation in 2017. No more burdensome gear hauling. I purchased the Fuji XS10 last May and really am enjoying it . For my hands which are long the ergonomics are the best I have ever had a really deep grip. Feature wise similar to the T4. The lens line up is compact in size and weight too, love that. But the experience actually using the camera and using the Film Simulations are really creative. There is no such thing as a perfect camera but for travel and landscape photography it’s just right for me.

Great informations!!! Btw super like your set up with your room.. love the aesthetic!!! 🤩😍😊😁

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thots Official Much appreciated - thank you 🙏

Totally agree with your video. I also have an A7Rii and basically is eating dust since I bought my XT3, love it, feels like a “real” camera, and the lenses are superb. Great video 👍🏼👍🏼

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Ricardo Villagran Vicent Thanks Ricardo!

Fortunately one of the things I did learn a number of years ago was that resolution mostly mattered when printing larger format prints. When I was able to take an image from my previous Nikon crop camera that was rated for 6.1MP and blow that image up to about 20" x 30" without pixelation, I knew my next camera would provide more than I would ever need. Still holding on to my D7100.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Yep, the largest print I sell is 14X20 which doesn’t take much resolution to create beautiful prints!

My XT3 has made me an enthusiastic amateur photographer. For years I had Canon DSLRs. Great cameras. Then I moved on to a Sony 6500. I could see its quality but was overwhelmed by its complex menus and found my dependence on its screen a real problem as I live in a sunny climate. I simply did not enjoy taking photos anymore. A year ago I switched to the XT3 and am simply loving the experience. As many have said, it is an intuitive camera, with its accessible knobs, and a pleasure to use.

@1337Jogi

4 жыл бұрын

I love my a6500 and I think the ergonomics are just way better compared to Fuji but man I wish it had Fuji menus and the manual dials. I won't switch because it is too expensive for me to switch over. But I am fairly sure that in 5 years or so if Sony does not change anything and I buy a new camera I will be considering buying into Fuji.... I just hope that Sony changes the menus and the dials to compete with the XT-3/XT-4......would be great since I could stick to my lenses.

Hey Mark, good video. I changed from the Nikon D810 to the Fuji X-T3 a while ago knowing that I'd take a hit on IQ and DR, but don't regret it for a second. Your 5 points are bang on - user experience especially - BUT the 10-24 f/4 is quite soft at the edges, to make a real comparison you should consider renting the 8-16 f/2.8 for a weekend. It's a lens that will never leave your camera.

Another excellent video, many thanks

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU Robert!

Your timing for this video is uncanny. After using Fuji for 3 years I had convinced myself last November that I needed more resolution so I bought a Z7, 14-30, 50 and 85 z lenses and sold off all my Fuji gear. And 3 months later....I find myself regretting this. For whatever reason I just am not motivated to shoot. When I do shoot the Z7 I am pretty happy with the camera and there is more detail...but not really as much as I thought. And I am sitting here wishing I had 70-200 but the high cost of full frame telephoto lenses has my wallet whispering in my ear the 50-140 is $1000 cheaper and calling me bad names. I really do miss the X-T3...and now the sale price with a free grip... now I am debating switching back. :D

@GeorgeLoch

4 жыл бұрын

I went through a similar 'grass is greener' purchasing. It was a waste of money and time. I finally realized that I should stop feeding the G.A.S. and feed the creativity by sticking with what gear I have and seeking better ideas in my work.

@RugbyLock2668

4 жыл бұрын

Come back to the Dark Side...

@mrsusan893

4 жыл бұрын

I have the X-T2, 10-24mm f4, 16-55mm f2.8, 50-140mm f2.8 and the Samyang 12mm f2.0. Maybe we could negotiate some kind of deal.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

I can completely relate to the dilemma you find yourself in - been there before!

@Honkus

4 жыл бұрын

@@mrsusan893 haha, I am gunning for X-T3 as I used one for 10 months before my fateful decision and I really liked that. I had an X-T2 for 2 years before that and it is hard to step backwards. Fuji is really making it hard for me with their sale prices....but I also worry about their trend in removing d-pads in favor of touch screen, seems against their tactile/retro vibe which I fell in love with. Oh well...

This is a great camera which takes very attractive landscape photos and I love the Fuji colors. I also use Nikon d850, Nikon Z7, and the Sony A7iii. Resolution is less important than I originally thought. It would be nice to have IBIS for higher focal length shots or those above 70mm. Because of the places I am going to shoot and the time I have available, I haven't been using my tripod. I don't have any problem with the ergonomics with the Fuji and I rarely get any blur in my images. I love the way you can easily fine tune your controls on the Fuji X-T3. I live in beautiful scenic Washington County in Oregon, an under appreciated region and am enjoying going out on short trips to take landscape photos. The Fuji X-T3 makes this enjoyable and the quality of images is not behind that of the higher MP and more expensive cameras. The Fuji colors are great for forest and lake shots.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

I agree Alan IBIS would be something that I’d like - rumor has it that the X-T4 being announced later this month is going to have IBIS - that would be nice especially for video.

Smallrig has a cage and an L bracket available for the X-T3. It's something that you might be interested in. It feels great in your hands with either of those 2 on.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I’m definitely going to look into that

Thanks for another awesome video, Mark. I’m a Nikon D850 shooter and decided to get a Z6 for size, EVF, and smaller file sizes. Couldn’t be happier. While it’s not crop sensor, it’s similar in size and mpx to the XT-3. More mpx does not translate to better images.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Always happy to do it and thank YOU for checking it out!

I totally agree with what you say in this video. There is absolutely no need to get hung up on megapixels. The only time in my life I have been paid for photography, I was working for a publisher and taking pictures for guidebooks. They were only printed A5 size and all the shots were taken on a 6 megapixel camera (it was a long time ago!) The largest print I have on my wall is 18 x 12 and that image was taken with an old Canon 20D - an 8 megapixel camera. I now use an X-T1, and even though it is only 16 megapixels, I will never be printing large enough for that resolution to be a problem. You are right that the JPEGs from a Fuji are fantastic, and I love that what you see on the screen or in the viewfinder is what you get. It is certainly easier to avoid basic errors like blowing out highlights to a point where they can't be recovered in post processing even when shooting RAW.

Great video, Mark! Thank you, too, for confirming my gut feeling to not sell off my XT3 system even though I swapped my D850 system for an A7R4 system. You’re spot on; shooting with the Fuji just feels “right” and the film simulation colors are so useful and some are just beautiful. I’m still in the honeymoon phase with the Sony, esp use of eye tracking AF for portraiture, but next time I head out for a nature shoot, I’m picking up my Fuji again.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

I’m a canon 5Dmkiv user mainly for landscape photography, I have been using a Leica Q for my street photography, then just before Xmas I couldn’t resist a Black Friday deal on a Fuji’s XT3, since getting it I’ve hardy put it down , I’ve used it for street photography exclusively, I’m going to sell my Q, I haven’t tried any landscape photography with it yet , but up to know for street and architecture it’s a winner in my opinion.

Great video Mark ,interesting and enjoyable to watch. I'm a Nikon user, Z6&D500 but I've always thought the XT3 is an extremely attractive camera, great results too. cheers from the UK.

This is the review I was looking for. 5:50 - this convinced me to buy xt-3, but I need to check lenses first. And I only shoot jpeg!

Hey Mark - great video - last summer I switched from Canon to the Fujifilm X-T3. Above all the big thing is how much fun this camera is to use! If you are shooting raw, those film emulations are available to you in Lightroom as well: In the basic module at the top, click on the Profile and choose Browse... check out the Camera Matching Profiles and :-)

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated Paul - thank you! Agreed - process is something that escaped me for awhile, but I’m all about it now.

This is the same argument I used for going from Nikon full frame to Olympus mft. The compactness and ease of use! I’ve even tried to go back to full frame, and although the D700 gives me beautiful colours, and more than enough resolution, I find the Olympus so much more convenient and fun to use.

You are nailing it. Great job. 👍👍👍

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate ya Vincent!

Thanks for the time you spend posting these videos. Very helpful. You really need to try one of the Fuji primes.....the 16mm and the 23mm are flat out amazing.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to do it Wayne and thank YOU for watching them! It’s definitely on the to-do list to test out the Fuji primes.

Exact same story when i got my X-T3 to keep as a side camera together with my full frame Nikon, ended up not using my Nikon at all after a few months.😅 I Highly recommend getting the Smallrig L-Bracket/ wood grip combo, it makes a world of difference. I have large hands and the small grip on the X-T3 was the only flaw i instantly noticed when i got it. Weighs only about 140g or .30 lbs

@voesla12

3 жыл бұрын

Same here, I am currently using two nikon z6 for wedding work but I enjoy my x100f so much more....so I am considering switching copletey to fuji...even I know it is a stupid thing money wise

@danielkophoto

3 жыл бұрын

@@voesla12 Haha, mate.. Since my original comment i bought myself a X100V as well🤣 I love Fuji! My wallet however..

Good food for thought Mark.

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Max!

I love the way you share about photography 😉 thanks

Thank you for your review! I'm excited to see such indepth reviews online. I'm going from Canon 20D then 7D, now ready to leave Canon behind. You're helpful.

Really good video. I'm considering the Fuji system and this helped with some of my concerns i.e. do I want or need more resolution (probably not).

@MarkDenneyPhoto

4 жыл бұрын

Many thanks - glad to hear it was helpful!

I have a Sony A7III, and I love it, the Jpeg and RAW files, the battery life, the colors and the full frame sensor, the low light capability is phenomenal. I had aps-c cameras but for events and low light situations the full frame sensor is a must have ! (for me at least :) )

@DUCzillaMonster

4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you never tried a fuji...

I’m a Fuji xt3 owner. Live in Scottsdale AZ. Taken a few of your online courses. I love that camera. The primes are fantastic. I belong to a photography club. I’m several hours away from great scenery. I got a lot of oohs and aahs on my Grand Canyon shots. I guy posted some from a Nikon 750. I kinda had detail envy, but I actually got a few more thumbs up I think. I don’t think people really notice it that much. I’ve come within a hair of pulling the trigger on a refurbished Sony A7r111, but I just couldn’t do it. I love being able to adjust the buttons on the fly. And some of those Fuji lenses, I think only God could get better colors.

Nice comment there Mark... Its great to be able to adjust shadow/Highlight etc... I worked professionally for alot of years and way back after converting to digital used the fuji S2 and S5 pro"s... I went back to Nikon after there was nothing after that with Fuji... Sold all my Nikon gear and now this last 2 years back with Fuji... Photographers cameras 😊