Greatest travel camera 📷 😍

I have this camera and I love taking it with me. This camera is perfect for someone who wants a light weight camera and isn’t an professional photographer. You want to take higher quality photos compared to a smartphone and learn photography. Really it’s perfect for all levels of photography, I wish it had IBIS

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

I agree cameras provide way better image quality and far less AI (at the moment) than phones and will give you more control and more importantly camera lenses come with aperture blades, makes a big difference :)

@Shotbytad

Жыл бұрын

Well I am a professional photographer and it’s my backup right now. Did the job but I need more for video now and will switch to xt5

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

@@Shotbytad the XT4 is also far better suited for hybrid shooters. XS-20 could be interested for more video centric work

Finally found one and love it. The Q button was the first thing I had to change though. I use the 16mm 2.8, 33mm 1.4 and the 56mm 1.2. That pretty much covers my shooting style.

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

That Q button is so unfortunately placed :)

Thanks for your opinions and ideas. This is a very interesting review. 👋 📷 😎

@PaulTakesPhotos

8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Enjoyed the video. Thanks. I've been wrestling with getting the 30ii to complement my X-H1. I have an upcoming trip and decided to rent one to see what I think after some hands-on time. Appreciate your insight.

@PaulTakesPhotos

11 ай бұрын

Great that you enjoy the episode. Means a lot to me. I think you made the smart choice by renting first, always the best, as cameras are very much a personal experience. Let me know how you experienced the XT30II

Admittedly, I am a full-frame Sony shooter with a number of bodies. I picked up the XT-30II to have something light to travel with and carry around town. When I looked at my first shots (through the VF and rear LCD) my reaction was "meh." After importing the card into LR my reaction changed to "holy shit!" Don't judge this little beast by the viewfinder and rear LCD. The number of film looks and styles that you can create is awesome. I find something else to love about this camera every time I pull it out of my bag.

@PaulTakesPhotos

8 ай бұрын

Same here. Have an A7iii which I use for concerts, big events mainly because of the AF, battery life and low light capabilities. Workhorse of a camera, for my daily dose of photography fun Fuji, Leica and Ricoh all the way.

Hi there. I planning on getting this camera for shooting simple video documentaries and i am completely new to cinematography. Would this camera be good for it? If purchased along with a good lens

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

This camera has a 30 mins recording limit, needs an adapter for audio and has no in body stabilization and no side flipping LCD screen. I'd never advise this for videography. XS-10 & XT4 are superior in terms of video capabilities. XS-20, which has been released a few weeks ago is a good option. For the lens is say start with the 18-55mm f/2.8-f/4.0 or Sigma 18-55mm f/2

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your question, if anything else let me known

@JeromeChong97

Жыл бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos what about the canon EOS- 200D MKll? Would the be able to handle Cinematic videos?

should try the 35 f1.4 i use it on my xt4 and think it would be a good match for this camera

@PaulTakesPhotos

11 ай бұрын

Great recommendation, thanks for sharing

Really interesting review! I'm looking for a camera for traveling, to take photos and short videos and I'm evaluating this camera and the x-s10. The x-s10 seems more complete for IBIS stabilization but I prefer the x-t30 II for the design. Which one do you recommend? Could the lack of stabilization of the x-t30 be a problem?

@PaulTakesPhotos

6 ай бұрын

In terms of sensor both are equal. Biggest difference is that the xs series is designed for hybrid shooting and the xt30i ii's more designed for photography. I'd recommend renting both or at least 1 of the cameras for a week and see how you like.it

Was very close to purchasing the XT30 II … untill Fujifilm announced their X Summit Will have to see if they announce an XT40 or something lol.

@PaulTakesPhotos

11 ай бұрын

I hope Fujifilm will continue to produce the Xpro, XE and XT10/20/30/30ii and hopefully the XT50. It seems by the release of the XS-20 Fujifilm has taken a step back to see how that model will do in the market.

Thank you for your review Paul :) I’m getting the body but I don’t know which lens to purchase yet. I’d like the camera to stay pretty compact and I’d like to shoot street photography and maybe some landscapes. The landscape would be a nice to have. What would you recommend?

@PaulTakesPhotos

9 ай бұрын

Well maybe check out my latest episode on the 3 lenses I use and some alternatives kzread.info/dash/bejne/h5OG1byil8q9aKw.htmlsi=OrwVa0LgI2gAYN4W

@mirko-385

9 ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos oh perfect, your video is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

@PaulTakesPhotos

9 ай бұрын

@@mirko-385 Hope you find it helpful if any questions let me know

Just ordered an xt30ii and the wr 27mm lens. I have an a7iii as well with lots of nice lenses but it's just too big and heavy most of the time. Want something small and light, inconspocious. Excited for the manual way of taking pictures, it's how I learned. Might even shoot jpeg with a film simulation, not even do all the RAW tinkering. You mentioned in your other video ("why you should buy the xt30ii") you still take your a7 with you a lot. Could you expand on why, where the a7 becomes the preffered choice over this fuji? Thanks for the great videos.

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

Hi J C! Well the Sony A7III is my workshorse for two specific type of photography concerts & bands and birding (200-600mm). For concert & bands it is the lenses (85mm, 70-200 & 16-35 I use) combined with the A7 because of the low light capabilities, battery life , ergonomics, auto focus (continuous), buffering speed and weather/dust sealing. The music, bands and crowds are fast moving, messy and often low-light, Birding is fast shooting, AF is key. When it comes to everyday/street/travel it is fuji, ricoh and leica. Depending on my mood or preference :)

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

Oh when it comes to fuji, give yourself a few months before you really start appreciating it. the 27mm is a great lens, well chosen. As for the JPEG and film sims. Learn how to apply the DR settings and mastering the highlights and shadows. It will take some time and I will guarentee you that you wont be shooting RAW that much :)

@juliancscs

Жыл бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos Same as me then - "big" photo projects (music, macro, compositing) or events I'm planning to stick to the a7iii for those reasons you mentioned. Only encourages my xt30 purchase; basically want to point and shoot :), and it will be a ~450g package! Thanks!

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

That is the great thing of most Fuji cameras. Small, light (lenses too) and great Image quality

@jordanwilliams1546

Жыл бұрын

Amazing camera choice. The reason I got the XT-30ii as my first camera was how compact, lightweight, all simulations, and same sensor as the XT-4. I wanted a camera I can easily take with me on travel. Im no professional photographer so I didn’t see any need in purchasing the XT-4 or other higher level Fujifilm cameras

Great video sir. I want to know if there is any problem in XT30II with the autofocus?

@PaulTakesPhotos

10 ай бұрын

In Single not a single one If you go into Continuous AF it is key you know or learn how to calibrate the settings. I also shoot Sony and in terms of AF that is always leading in class. That said Fuji has made great steps forward on AF

I have these options: Fuji XT-30 II, Nikon Zfc, and Canon R10. Which one would you recommend? I am mainly interested in photography.

@PaulTakesPhotos

5 ай бұрын

I would recommend you to rent or borrow the cameras before making a choice. Specs wise they are similar but in the end camera choices are personal. What type of photography do you shoot?

Is this camera good for beginners level wildlife photography? Or you can give few suggestion around this price range. Thanks in advance.

@PaulTakesPhotos

8 ай бұрын

That is a good question. I tested it yesterday and also uses the Sony A7iii for reference. My conclusion is that XT30ii is decent for wildlife the image quality itself us good. The AF in continuous requires a bit of calibration but is behind the Sony A7III

I have this camera and i got 15-45 mm lense. Photos are terrible in quality! Im so confused what to dom. Do u have any suggestion for lens.. I prefer wide angle lense

@brafman1

Жыл бұрын

That's odd. I've owned the 15-45 and was shocked at how sharp the photos were from that small, inexpensive lens. Maybe explain what you mean by "terrible."

Hello! I'm currently considering buying the XT-30 II after watching several videos/reviews. The camera currently comes with two options for kit lenses where I live: the XF15-45mm or the XF18-55mm. I'm new to Fujifilm, and I'm also a novice photographer - which lens would be better, in your opinion? Thanks!

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

Hi there, lovely to see you joining the Fujifilm family. I'd always go for the 18-55mm comes with image stabilization and is probably one of the best kitlenses ever made. The size of 15-45mm is great but i didn't enjoy the lens. Too cumbersome to operate. Image quality is good though. Hopes this helps

@Shatisk1

Жыл бұрын

18-55; because it ia not the typical kitlense

@rezarostami9090

Жыл бұрын

I got my camera with 15-45 mm. Because i like wide angle.. Its so bad in quality.. And i dont know why lots of youtubers said its a fantastic lense before i buy the lense.. Literally its a bad lense.

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

@@rezarostami9090 if it is the small 15-45... I hated that lens. I'd always recommend the 18-55mm probably one of the best lenses out there. When I had my first Fuji camera i hated the 15-45mm so much. Always issues. Turned out i was shooting manual focus without knowing it

@rezarostami9090

Жыл бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos thanks for writing.. So the problem is the lens.. So i will try to get 18_55 mm lense.

I’m contemplating downgrading my iPhone to a flip phone but I want the ability to photograph and video my kids anywhere with ease! Would this be the best fujifilm for that purpose?

@PaulTakesPhotos

5 ай бұрын

If you want to do hybrid shooting (both photography and videography) I would recommend the XS-10/20 or Fujifilm XT4

I'm torn between this camera and the Sony A6400. The A6400 is a bit cheaper, but what really holds me back from buying the Sony is the lack of a future proof USB-C connection. I'm coming from a Canon T4i/650D which I even used for wedding- and funeral photography, but I mostly found it too bulky to take with me on trips. So now I'm looking for a more compact versatile camera for photographing trips and my children and video (24p). Any advice?

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

Hi Klaas, The A6400 is a great hybrid camera, feature packed and obviously.has two major benefits: continuous auto focus and Sony E lens mount which is had a very deep range of native and third party glass. The Fujifilm XT30ii has different benefits. The AF-C is good but lacks accuracy of the Sony a6400 in continuous shooting. It does however has better colour accuracy and skin tones. Sony a6400 like older Sony's suffer from a slight greenish skin tone and the highlights can crush at times. When it comes my experiences. I used the A6400 for videoshooting (mostly youtube talking heads) and it did.a.great job. I use the XT30ii purely for photography and it is wonderful shooting experience in terms of usability, image quality and ability to go unnoticed by others. Downside on the XT30ii is the 4k record limit, microphone jack requires additional adapter and the battery life for video on both A6400 and Fujifilm is mediocre. I found the XT-4 a better package for hybrid shooters. Better battery life, image Stabilization and great stills. Episode coming up on that one. Additionally the Fujifilm XS-10 is a great hybrid alternative. I love my Sony A7III for concert and sport events but that is much more bulkier, full frame and will cost way more and still has the green tone in the skin tones. Hope this is helpful if more questions let me know.

@klaasjenl

Жыл бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos thank you for your reply. Very much appreciated!

I am trying to figure out whether I should get the 23mm lens or the 35mm lens.......I keep hearing that the 23mm is a 35mm equivalent.... but if that is the case... then what is the 35mm lens give you? I want 35mm photos which is a focal range that I like.

@PaulTakesPhotos

7 ай бұрын

23mm indeed is the full frame equivalent of 35mm. APSC sensor ihas a crop of roughly 1.5. The 35mm is roughly 52.5mm. I'd say go for the 18-55mm kitlens bit of both worlds in one image stabilized lens. Hope this helps

I feel like my focus is always messed up. I have to always readjust it prior to taking a shot. I am not sure how i can fix this. I have the kit lens for this camera

@PaulTakesPhotos

4 ай бұрын

Are you shooting continuous? I normally stick to single AF, spot focus, either centre weighed or spot metering. I do tend to shoot f/4-5.6. additionally you can calibrate your AF in the menu. Hope this helps

Nice video Paul. Thanks for this review. I would like to ask your opinion about this: I am a tattoo artist and I work with colours tattoo. I need a camera to take good quality photos of my tattoos inside the tattoo shop (that usually is quite dark), and it’s very important that the colours are nice and vibrant. Do you think this camera is a good option for me? If yes, which lens would you suggest ? Many thanks.

@PaulTakesPhotos

10 ай бұрын

That is an excellent and intriguing question. Key here is the light. I am assuming that you will use some form of key light that you are using when you are inking? Light is the key here. I'd advise you to get a grey card. That way your white balance (with any camera) will be perfect as skin can be tricky with the wrong wb. That said. I would advice you to try to rent this camera first with 18-55mm. That way you know if it works for you. Not sure if this helpful for your

@carlottascomazzon4324

10 ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos hello Paul, many thanks for the quick reply. We have many lamps in the shop. Usually we use a ring lamp (too strong in my opinion, I prefer the softbox), and I also have a small lamp to put on the top of the camera (with a polarized sheet film on top, to prevent the glare). But yes, I will definitely try to rent it first and see how it is! I also know that many artists use the Sony a7 III with a Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS Lens. Not sure if Sony would be better compare to Fujifilm tho (but I see fujifilm is a cheaper option).

@PaulTakesPhotos

10 ай бұрын

@@carlottascomazzon4324 I do happen to own a Sony a7iii with the 90mm and it is excellent for that type of photography. The trick is all those lights, they can easily ruin skin tones. Personally full frame for the type of photography has some advantages but you will be paying for it Good combo for Fujifilm could be XT30II with 90mm (135mm full frame). You'll need a tripod obviously. Gray card is really a must need for the challenging light

@carlottascomazzon4324

10 ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos amazing! Many thanks for all the information!! Can’t wait to try! 🙏🏻😊

@PaulTakesPhotos

10 ай бұрын

@@carlottascomazzon4324 little tip if you really want close focus shots try a focal length of 50-90mm on APSC and 75-135mm on full frame. You don't need lenses with f/1.8-2.8 for this type of shooting. F4-f8 (sweet spot is mostly f/5.6). Try a few times and let me know how you get on.

Should i buy T3 or t30 ii I’m confused between these two? What would you suggest!?

@PaulTakesPhotos

9 ай бұрын

XT3 is bigger, has the classic Fuji dials (ISO,Shutter) and a great AF system. XT30ii has a smaller form facto with great AF. To be honest for me it is difficult to recommend as they are both great cameras.

Interesting review, thank you! Did you find the eye sensor consistent and reliable? I just returned an XT-30 ii because the eye sensor kept malfunctioning when i was using "Eye sensor plus LCD image display" view mode. It was an intermittent fault and at first I was sure I was doing something wrong but it kept happening.

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 күн бұрын

It seems to me you had a faulted copy. I have never experienced it on any Fujifilm camera. Did you get it fixed?

@okestone7349

2 күн бұрын

Thanks for your reply. I returned it within 30 days so was able to get a full refund.

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 күн бұрын

@@okestone7349 that is good to hear

Hi, do you recommend this camera for starting in Photography as a hobby and work? I'm obsessed on the camera's aesthetic and simulations. And what lenses do you recommend?

@PaulTakesPhotos

6 ай бұрын

The XT30ii is a great camera for beginners till pro's. Small, easy to carry. Grreat for photography, decent for video. It is not weather sealed (XT3 is). As for lenses start with the 18-55mm kit lens, best one out there and image stabilized. Before you buy, try renting it so you can test it and see if it works for you.

@Silvragon

2 ай бұрын

​@@PaulTakesPhotos what Fujifilm pro do you recommend for a beginner? Or I should just look into XT30ii? Thank you!

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

@@Silvragon depends on your budget, cameras come and go, lenses are there to stay. Look at used XE 2 or 3 or XT10,20 to start with. Just split your budget into three: camera; lens; accesories (extra batteries)

@Silvragon

2 ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos thank you, what lenses do you recommend to get? I think I will go with Xt30ii with 18-55 lens kit

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

It is the best choice as it is an awesome lens, on the used market will be very budget friendly. Can't go wrong with that lens 😉

i really the BW photos that u took.

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much appreciated

Hello, I want to buy camera. My main focus is photography. But I got confused between sony ZV-E10, Canon R50 and fuji XT30ii. Can you please suggest me one focused on photography, please ??

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

All three a good cameras so I understand your confusion. I'd say rent those cameras for 2 days each so you feel the cameras and see which one you prefer. Out of the three you mention i gravitate towards the Fujifilm as it is small, compact, the lenses are small and compact in general and Fuji is a fun experience. What type.of photography will you be shooting?

If you use a lens with OIS, can you turn the OIS off in camera?

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

Yes you can.

@alexjames421

Жыл бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos Great, thanks

Fuji film needs to make it so you can disable the q-menu button

Please help, i still confused to decide xt30ii or xs10 as my 1st mirrorless. Thank you

@PaulTakesPhotos

3 ай бұрын

Are you photography, videography or hybrid centric?

@reggielohanda8997

3 ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos 80% photos 20% video. My existing camera is canon 850d

@PaulTakesPhotos

3 ай бұрын

I'd go for the XT30ii simply because it is more photography centric. Video limit is 10 mins with no overwrite. XS10 does have better grip, but is aimed at hybrid shooters. It is just my opinion. If you can rent either of the cameras i would suggest to do that first, before buying

@reggielohanda8997

3 ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos thank you so much for the advice Paul, really appreciate it. May God bless you

Do use a nd filter on this camera?

@PaulTakesPhotos

4 ай бұрын

I do use a nd1000 for daytime time lapses and cpl filter to block reflections ecr.

is this camera worth upgrade from xt30 mark i ?

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

I'd say the differences are burst rate and webcam functionality. If you read at camera decision you'll find the full specs cameradecision.com/compare/Fujifilm-X-T30-II-vs-Fujifilm-X-T30

@henkpeter1755

5 ай бұрын

Yes! Sensor type and processing engine have been updated as well as working memory. This results in way more extensive options of customizing the camera and improved autofocus.

i like this XT-30II very much. However, it’s autofocus is such a disappointment to me. And after the recent firmware update, the whole camera became ill-functional.

@PaulTakesPhotos

Жыл бұрын

I find the autofocus in single excellent. In continuous it has greatly improved. I do have the latest frimware too, but really have no issues. What is the issue you are facing that renders the camera useless?