Soldato
Well the X100F arrived and it’s in perfect condition, some minor marks on the feet which you can hardly see, can’t wait to get out and take some shots
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you can get an x100v brand new from einfinity for £1669 with one year warranty, that is from abroad of course but it better than a used one
however i bought a used x100v a couple of years back for well under £1000 before the prices unfairly hiked and it was good but my X-T3 was a better camera and cheaper.
Caporegime
The X100V is a £1299 new RRP whenit was released?
I've seen X-S10 for £650, X-T4 for £900, even as of this week. I feel I am being taken advantage of spending £1669 on the X100v when it is over 2 years into its life cycle.
I know it's supply and demand and all, but the market need to chill on this camera, it is good but paying over RRP is silly.
Man of Honour
Has anyone here any experience with the 50-140 2.8? I've heard it is exceptional for low light and a fast lens ideal for sports. I take a lot of swimming shots. The 55-200 is my most used lens but its not always the fastest with captures. I use it with an XT 3
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I own the 50-140 and think it is a fantastic lens, worth getting your hands on it first though as it is relatively large. I use it with my Xt-1 and used it a lot on safari last year:
Man of Honour
The 55-200 is pretty bulky speaking of large lenses. That's a cracking shot. Love the bokeh too.
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There were very cute!
Soldato
It's an exceptional lens, I'd be lost without it. Although admittedly I had to go through 3 copies before I got a pin sharp one (but I was buying used so that's the chance you take).
Yes the size/weight is relative. Compared to most of Fuji's other lenses then yes it's big and heavy but compared to the likes of the 100-400 or an old school DSLR 70-200 f2.8 then it certainly isn't.
As someone who shoots long telephoto I have had the 100-400, Tamron 150-500 and now the Fuji 150-600 I am well used to lugging around large lenses so I don't mind the 50-140 but any potential size/weight issues are well worth it for the end product.
Man of Honour
I manage with the 55-200 handheld for several hours (at swim meets) but it can take its toll for sure. Is the 50-140 noticeably different?
Soldato
The difference is significant there's no denying it. The one advantage the 50-140 has (if it works for your shooting style) is the tripod foot so you can rest everything on a tripod.
It’s been a long time since I’ve had a dedicated camera and wanting to jump back in - was looking at grabbing the XS10 kit for a start and adding some prime lenses down the line, starting with the 27 2.8 pancake.
Opinions from any users? Any alternatives to consider? My most used full frame setup back in the day was a 6D with the Sigma 35 1.4 but I want something far more compact now so I actually bring it with me
Opinions from any users? Any alternatives to consider? My most used full frame setup back in the day was a 6D with the Sigma 35 1.4 but I want something far more compact now so I actually bring it with me
For the small bump in price have a look at the XS20 instead.
Caporegime
A used XS10 is about 50% price of a XS20 at about £650-700, boxed as well. A. new XS20 is £1250, and i've not seen a used one come up on the market yet.
I think of all the used Fuji bodies on the market now the XS10 is the best value for money. X-T4 is like £900. XH-1 is like £500-600 still...X-T2 is like £400.
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He hasn’t mentioned buying 2nd hand so I just assumed he’d be buying new.
Caporegime
X-T30 can be had for £600 used or £799 for a new X-T30 II.
Man of Honour
Loved the Sigma 35mm f1.4 when I had Nikon Full frame kit - stunning lens for the price. You can't go wrong with any of the Fuji 23mm lenses if your looking for a 35mm equivalent - although my personal favourite is the original 23mm f1.4 lens
Man of Honour
Finally splashed the cash. Opted for the lens over the XT-5, for now. I may be able to sell my 55-200 and put that towards the upgrade over the XT-3, eventually. But I will see how it goes. I thought the benefit from the new lens would outweigh that of the camera upgrade.
| Fujifilm XF 50-140mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR Lens This warranty covers all manufacturer's defects, and enables you to service the product locally for free. 3 Year UK/Worldwide Local Warranty (Free) | 1 | £1,130.00 |
Soldato
A sound decision. I toyed with the idea of the 50-140 for over a year before eventually relenting and it was the best investment I ever made - along with the 16-55. While the X-T5 is an upgrade over the X-T3 the latter is still a superb camera and I would argue is much better value than the X-T4 (unless IBIS is of utmost importance).
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Man of Honour
It's a brilliant camera for sure - but the battery life is pretty poor, and when I'm on these meets I need to take a decent amount of spare batteries and recharging devices.
Man of Honour
Well.. I had received confirmation of shipping, but now I've been informed that the lens is in fact out of stock, with no due date. The only places I can find it in stock are at very over inflated prices. I could go second hand, but I've been put off before doing that. Sucks eh.