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I am currently using a Nikon D7000, mostly with an 18-200mm and 50mm 1.4. Is there a mirrorless set up that could do as well if not better all around? Would really like to get to a lighter package.
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DSLR to Fuji mirror less?
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Hi,
Yes, but not exactly the same. In cameras you have the XE2 and XT1. (The older X Pro1 is available but due for replacement, and you can still find the XE1 at very good run-out prices). The capabilities between the XT1 and XE2 are similar but not identical - perhaps the most significant difference is whether you'd like a RF styled body or a DSLR shape. The XE2 is the lighter of the two.
In lenses, Fuji don't do an 18-200. In related focal lengths, they do a high grade XF 18-55, XF 18-135, and XF 55-200. In a cheaper, slower and lighter range they do their XC 16-50 and XC 50-230.
The 18-55 is the one sold with kits at a huge discount below its separate price. It's a small and excellent lens and widely viewed as an obvious choice. If you want a single zoom solution that covers the tele end, the 18-135mm would be the one. It's new and not cheap, but has the advantage of being a water and dust resistant lens.
Fuji's 35mm/1.4 is an excellent lens priced in the middle of their range. Their fast 56mm f1.2 prime is a rather large and expensive high grade lens aimed at portraiture.
Hope that helps.
Regards, Rod
Yes, but not exactly the same. In cameras you have the XE2 and XT1. (The older X Pro1 is available but due for replacement, and you can still find the XE1 at very good run-out prices). The capabilities between the XT1 and XE2 are similar but not identical - perhaps the most significant difference is whether you'd like a RF styled body or a DSLR shape. The XE2 is the lighter of the two.
In lenses, Fuji don't do an 18-200. In related focal lengths, they do a high grade XF 18-55, XF 18-135, and XF 55-200. In a cheaper, slower and lighter range they do their XC 16-50 and XC 50-230.
The 18-55 is the one sold with kits at a huge discount below its separate price. It's a small and excellent lens and widely viewed as an obvious choice. If you want a single zoom solution that covers the tele end, the 18-135mm would be the one. It's new and not cheap, but has the advantage of being a water and dust resistant lens.
Fuji's 35mm/1.4 is an excellent lens priced in the middle of their range. Their fast 56mm f1.2 prime is a rather large and expensive high grade lens aimed at portraiture.
Hope that helps.
Regards, Rod
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As an ex D7000 user, IMO as far as IQ concerns, you'll get quite an upgrade with X-T1 and some Fuji lenses. Fuji X-trans uses no OLPF and the lenses are generally sharper.
AF wise, D7000 wins still - esp in term of tracking. But if you're not shooting action, you'll definitely appreciate mirrorless form factor and weight
AF wise, D7000 wins still - esp in term of tracking. But if you're not shooting action, you'll definitely appreciate mirrorless form factor and weight
I went from a D200 with the same lenses as you to an X-E1 with the 18-55, 55-200, and 35mm. Although more bulk because of the extra lens, it's not by much and you get a definite boost in IQ (the Nikkor 18-200 is not the sharpest lens out there.)
Low light AF acquisition is definitely faster with the Nikon, but more prone to misfocusing. When the Fuji locks on… it's SHARP!
Low light AF acquisition is definitely faster with the Nikon, but more prone to misfocusing. When the Fuji locks on… it's SHARP!
I guess it depends what you shoot. Thom Hogan did a comparison of the major mirrorless cameras vs a d7000 recently, from the perspective of a wildlife photographer. His verdict was: DSLRs still unbeaten in this field. That said, if you are shooting slower less demanding subjects then in terms of pure IQ, I don't think you'll struggle to find what you are looking for in the fujifilm lineup.
mickdeblood
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yes i agree with pdine; it matters what you shoot, i mainly do lanscapey sorts of shots but do like to shoot stuff like motorcycle racing, surfing and would like to shoot more birds in flight. As much as i love the output from my fuji gear, it sucks for any fast paced action shots.
I will keep my fuji gear and use it when needed/ because i enjoy/love the fujifilm rendition of a shot....but i went an bought a new dslr two weeks ago for the fast action stuff
I will keep my fuji gear and use it when needed/ because i enjoy/love the fujifilm rendition of a shot....but i went an bought a new dslr two weeks ago for the fast action stuff
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Agreed, I love my X-E1, and it is light and easy(er) to travel with, but it can be frustrating with focus seeking in low light. I believe the X-E2 and X-T1 are better, but aren't going to be anything like a DSLR with a fast ultrasonic motor focus DSLR lens.
The Fuji "kit" 18-55mm lens is as good in image quality as the Canon 17-55mm F2.8, so thats amazing for a kit lens. The 35mm F1.4 lens is magic, the 55-200mm zoon is very good, and the 27mm F2.8 "pancake" lens makes the X-E2 a very small, almost pocketable street photo camera.
PS Flash options are not great with the Fujifilm, so if you think you want to seriously (and easily) do flash photography, stick to DSLRs
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jadot
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I moved from Nikon FX to Fuji and this is a slightly different take to what you ask, but essentially the same process if yanybody's interested:
Koban
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Nice set to start with 18-55 & 55-200. Wanting a fast prime. Then the 35 or 56 ? The Fujifilm X E2 or X T1 an option for you ?
I did come from the Canon 5D3 and 5D2.
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Agree. I like the X-E1 and the 18-55mm for the smaller size/weight. However, focusing in low light and the lag in the EVF is sometimes frustrating. A couple of days ago, I took my Canon 40D and 70-200mm lens to take photos of my kids. Even though it's 7 years old technology, the 40D still out performs the Fuji X-E1 for running kids photos. I heard the X-T1 is close to DSLR for AF tracking but I do not have one to confirm.
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The Nikkor 18-200 is one of the better examples of such a lens and weighs 560g (according to B&H). I have the Sony e-mount 18-200, which is a very nice version of such a lens (I swore I'd never use a super zoom; I bought it for video and was surprised at how good it was for stills). It's only f/6.3 instead of f/5.6 at the long end and comes in at 520g. So you're not going to save (much) weight with mirrorless if you stick with an equivalent tele. You could go with a plasticky 3rd party zoom, go m43 and a 14-140. The Nikkor 18-55 & 55-200 are both plasticky lenses and weigh about as much as the 18-200. A pair of Fuji lenses is likely going to weigh more because they're much more solid feeling and have faster max apertures. Or you can compromise on your zoom range.
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alfanator
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Thanks for the insights. It would be a fun and leisurely pursuit to figure this out. Need to spend some time playing with my friend's xt1 to see how it does for me.
justgo99
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I would say if you're doing more street and casual shooting and enjoy the classic look and 'feel' than mirrorless would probably suit you more. It's potentially more 'involving' and 'rewarding' if you choose the right one and is much more compact too.
However if you're doing more seriously stuff like landscapes, macros or portraits where you don't move around that much than a DSLR is still a better idea. More manual and will get the job done faster. Also battery life is miles better. Lens selection is also much more extensive, as are accessories. Don't ever think DSLRs are going, because they aren't. They're still the best productivity tools for professionals .
However if you're doing more seriously stuff like landscapes, macros or portraits where you don't move around that much than a DSLR is still a better idea. More manual and will get the job done faster. Also battery life is miles better. Lens selection is also much more extensive, as are accessories. Don't ever think DSLRs are going, because they aren't. They're still the best productivity tools for professionals .
Koban
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Hmm when did I read it before... Ow yes when the digital cameras where introduced.
There is no best Camera system !! The best camera is the one you use .......
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