Here is the gear discussed in this episode: 🟢Fujifilm XT-30II: geni.us/mnYxO 🟢Fujifilm XT-30II Grip: geni.us/RxXl 🟢Fujifilm XT-30II Thumb Rest: geni.us/IWv8 Other X-Trans IV Cameras 🟣Fujifilm X-T4 geni.us/frvgcc 🟣Fujifilm X-E4: geni.us/1r3ca Lenses I use 🟡Fujifilm 16mm f/2.8 geni.us/vPvv2qU 🟡Fujifilm 23mm f/2.0 geni.us/80Z3zB 🟡Fujifilm 27mm f/2.8 geni.us/JNaA 🟡Fujifilm 18-55 f/2.8-f/4.0: geni.us/IJw4ZOB 🟡Sigma 56mm f/1.4 geni.us/91ctz 🟡Fujifilm 90mm f/2.0 WR: geni.us/TBU6hl

I have been shooting in India with this camera in 2 different situations. First one was in Mumbai during monsoon, with 30° to 35°C and around 80 to 90% of humidity. The second situation was in Delhi and Agra, very dry and dusty environment, lots of hot wind on a heat wave having max temp of 48°C. On none of those situations I had a problem with the camera. No battery, dust or hot issues with it. My teammate having the X-T1 was having issues with the temperature and the camera was shutting down by itself. But this XT30ii with the 18-55 and the 70-300 was working perfectly to me.

@PaulTakesPhotos

7 күн бұрын

@@juanmanuellopez2237 thank you so much for sharing! 48c? Pfff I hope you were shooting from the shades. Again thank you for your sharing your user experience! Extremely useful to a lot of folks reading the comments!

I got a great deal on a Fuji xt30 with a lens mint Condition love it size etc had it over a year now continue to use it a lot the XT50 is not on my list to be honest but an XT5 might be in the future I agree with you about the XT30 a lot of life in them I enjoy your videos thanks.......

So many choices to make for those of us waiting for the mythical x100vi to arrive.

@PaulTakesPhotos

Ай бұрын

Haha next year i believe and it might actually be fully weather sealed this time around

I got it two months ago. It's a great camera. Under 1000€ you won't find anything better. The only mistake I made was to buy it with the fujinon xc 15-45. Awful. After I mounted a manual 24mm I became much happier

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

Hi Pierluigi, the 15-45mm isn't my favourite lens either. Which manual 24mm did you get?

@pierluigimadau

2 ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos 25mm sorry... meike 25mm f/1.8

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

Great lens, MF is always great to shoot. At times frustrating though :)

@florenciairena3650

Ай бұрын

may I inow why you dislike the 15-45?

Nice video, Paul!

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

Thank you Andrei

I'm currently considering whether I should replace my Lumix S5 fullframe camera with the XT30. Simply because the XT30 is lighter to carry around. What would you recommend to do?

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

Well switching systems is kinda of a big decision, not as much from a camera perspective but more from a lens perspective. You'd have to replace it. Ever considered a G9II? Additionally strong rumours about Lumix releasing a FF fixed lens camera soon to rival the Fujifilm x100 series. I'd wait for a while and rent a Fujifilm camera. See what your first impressions are

@MentodayAt

2 ай бұрын

Chiming in here as well. Replace is not the word you're looking for, but rather complement. I'd pick up the XT30 for fun and to have a small body with small lenses to take photos with, almost like an interchangable X100, but not to replace my fullframe camera. So yes, buy the XT30, but don't get rid of your Pana.

What in your opinion is a good hybrid wildlife camera and lens that I could get?

@PaulTakesPhotos

Ай бұрын

If you want Fuji id say the xt4 or xT3 as those bodies are weather sealed and have identical AF specs. As for the lens... I dont shoot wildlife on Fuji but the 90mm (135mm ff) is a great lens. I only have one zoom lens (18-55mm) from Fuji

@Graviticus

Ай бұрын

So, it's probably not the best experience you can have shooting wildlife, but I actually shoot with the 70-300 on my xt30ii. I do a mix of landscape, nature, and wildlife and I'm regularly surprised by some of the photos I can get while on hikes. I'm still figuring out birding 😂

I've seen this camera offered with 2 different kit lenses at different prices. BH Photo has it for $999 with the XC 15-45 OIS PZ kit lens. Best Buy has it listed at $12with the XF 18-55 kit lens. What are the biggest differences in those 2 lenses? I've never owned Fuji, so I'm not familiar with their cameras or lenses.

@PaulTakesPhotos

Ай бұрын

I'd chose the 18-55mm as it is image stabilized and probably the best kit lens made.

@AllenRReid

Ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos I'm starting to learn towards the XT50 now.

I am still using my XT20 and I was thinking to upgrade to the XT50. I changed my mind and will go for the XT30II. The 50 is to expensive for what you get and you don't really need.

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

Episode coming up on the topic upgrade to X trans 5 sensor or not. I would agree with you

Hello Sir , I’m from West Bengal (India 🇮🇳).. very specifically the southern part of that state which indeed a Hot and Humid area. And in the next month (Monsoon season) I am planning for a 3 day trip to a Beach area with my Fujifilm XT30 ll with XC 15-45 kit lens and none of them are Weather sealed . Will the typical monsoon weather create a problem for me ? During this period of time the Humidity and rain will be on the higher side and I’m pretty much confused…. What should I do ??? Need you help 🙏🙏🙏

@PaulTakesPhotos

10 күн бұрын

Thank you for asking. I have never had any problems in the damp north western climate, but when it comes to monsoon it is a different experience. You can buy a protective rain case/sleeve which will reduce the risk significantly.

Would you recommend the Fujifilm - X-T30 || with XF18-55mm Lens Kit or Fujifilm X-T50 with XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ Lens Kit? the X-T30 is priced at $1299 and the X-T50 is priced at $1499

@PaulTakesPhotos

21 күн бұрын

The choice here, aside from form factor, is whether you need to the XT5 40.2 mp sensor or you chose the 26.2mp sensor of the XT30II. When it comes to the lenses I believe the XF18-55mm is one of the best kit lenses ever made and paired with the Xtrans1-X4 trans sensor it renders excellent image quality. That said the XC lens is probably more suitable for the X trans 5 sensor. Difficult to recommend one as both are excellent cameras XT50 has all the latest and greatest, whilst the XT30ii is a bit older in terms of technology.

Hey Paul, I am looking for an affordable, small camera with nice colors (no editing) to use on beaches (surfer holidays coming:) for photography only. I thought of the Fuji X M1, but I am concerned about dust and sand, but the size is nice. Any recommendations? It doesn't have to be Fuji, all brands are welcome. ;)

@PaulTakesPhotos

Ай бұрын

Beaches and cameras are a difficult one :) sand, salt and dust. Difficult to suggest, but if I were to do beach photography I'd look at the Lumix G9-II light, weather sealed, great hybrid functionality, great colours on the jpeg and good continuous AF. Additionally Sony A7III or Sony A6000 series. Although those are not always weather sealed. For Fujifilm I'd recommend the XT3 with a WR lens(es) XT3 has some AF as XT4, weather sealing, Continuous AF is not as good as Sony, but you'll get the shots. Hope this helps

@peterparanoid9635

Ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos Paul, thank you so much for your recommendations. The G9ii sounds interesting. Will look into it. Keep up the great work! Cheers

@PaulTakesPhotos

Ай бұрын

If any other questions let me know

do you prefer the tx30iii or xt5? Thank you

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

XT30II simply because I don't really need a bigger sensor, nor do I really need AI features. I'd fancy the IBIS but that's it. In addition the price plays a part as well. I'd rather invest money in good Lenses than in the latest and greatest camera. Cameras come and go, lenses stay

@thomascoppens

2 ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos Thank you for your feedback Paul ! I really appreciate it

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

@@thomascoppens if any questions I'd suggest you look at my episodes about the Lumix GX80 or Fujifilm XT1. You might find them very usefull

I HAVE ONE. IS NICE CÁMARA

For any type of photography for enthusiasts excepting sports, wildlife and action any of the X-T 10,20 or 30 models are perfectly fine and do not need upgrading unless one has a need for IBIS. 16mp is plenty good enough and anything more offers very little in extra IQ you will actually be able to see without zooming right in. Of course the newer sensors will have a different "look" to the images which you may or may not prefer and offer different simulations, again which you may prefer or not. What is good about the X-T0 line up until now is that any accessories you may have are compatible from the X-T10 right through to the X-T30ii, unlike any of Fujifilms other camera lines. I was very excited about the possibility of the new X-T50 as the thought of IBIS is quite compelling and having held a X-T5 and not liking it, nor liking the X-S10 or 20 form factor, the X-T50 seemed to be a good solution - until I saw the projected price. Ridiculously expensive for a hobbyist camera, however good it may be. The price is far too high. I will stick with my X-T10 and X-T20 and get either an X-T4 used, or go for an OM-5 and a couple of small primes, for those occasions I need IBIS. Actually if you already have a OIS lens (I don't) it is very questionable if one needs IBIS in the camera.

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

I do agree with a lot of your points. I bought the xs-20 months ago and still getting used to it. I bought to see what the AI would be like and to be honest I am not enjoying it that much. I love shooting with the XT30ii, my XT1 and recording video on the XT40 (which is a camera that is awesome for stills too) sadly my XT2 died. In essence the XT5x series is the new norm and one thing people dont really talk about is how does the older Fuji glass and the new 40mp combine?

Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Canon R10?

@PaulTakesPhotos

9 күн бұрын

Wouldn't be able to tell as I don't shoot with canon cameras. Sorry

@pierre.a.2982

8 күн бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos Ok ty though!

You noticed any issues in humid weather? Talking like 90% ± humidity

@PaulTakesPhotos

26 күн бұрын

I never had any troubles here in NL, average humidity is 75-79%. if i am not using it, I put it in my dry cabinet to keep dust and fungus out.

😂 I had to turn my touch screen off because of my big ass nose hitting it

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

Same here :) it does make it fun at times though

Previous models from this series still work fine 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

I personally think the XT10 is a little gem, affordable and undiscovered on tiktok :)

@photoreviewed-com

2 ай бұрын

@@PaulTakesPhotos Be careful with mentioning tiktok because its price may explode like X100V 😵‍💫😂

@PaulTakesPhotos

2 ай бұрын

@@photoreviewed-com hahaha well i don't think so with the older line. Simply not a fashion accessory:)