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Ok folks I have the A6000 , 16-70, 10-18, and the FE 70-200. I really like this system and the image quality.
My issue is not enough dials to suit me.
I shoot in manual mode 90% of the time and I don't like the process of using the small dial in the back of the camera to change my shutter speed. To me this slows down the complete proceed and is not user friendly. Shooting racing events I am continually having to do this and I think a dial on the top of the camera for both F stop and shutter control would be so much simpler.
The Fuji XT 1 has the dials for both.
What are your thoughts ?
 
It looks like you are mainly a zoom shooter, will you not feel limited by Fuji's prime focused lens line up?
 
prtsmnn1 said:
Ok folks I have the A6000 , 16-70, 10-18, and the FE 70-200. I really like this system and the image quality.
My issue is not enough dials to suit me.
I shoot in manual mode 90% of the time and I don't like the process of using the small dial in the back of the camera to change my shutter speed. To me this slows down the complete proceed and is not user friendly. Shooting racing events I am continually having to do this and I think a dial on the top of the camera for both F stop and shutter control would be so much simpler.
The Fuji XT 1 has the dials for both.
What are your thoughts ?
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The dials are customisable , I use the wheel on the back for shutter , and the dial on the top right for F/stop. Works for me .. Honestly I would keep the a6000 if I were you .. you will loose a lot of money for switching systems !
 
Go with the camera that you believe will give you the most joy.

Let's face it... Photography is suppose to be fun. If the equipment you are utilizing is a hindrance to having fun... It's time to move along.
 
I, haven't thought about that part of it so thanks for the tip. I have been planning on adding some primes to my bag. Maybe the Bates 85 or FE 90.
 
jezzad said:
It looks like you are mainly a zoom shooter, will you not feel limited by Fuji's prime focused lens line up?
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lol, do you even know the fuji zoom lineup?
 
prtsmnn1 said:
Ok folks I have the A6000 , 16-70, 10-18, and the FE 70-200. I really like this system and the image quality.
My issue is not enough dials to suit me.
I shoot in manual mode 90% of the time and I don't like the process of using the small dial in the back of the camera to change my shutter speed. To me this slows down the complete proceed and is not user friendly. Shooting racing events I am continually having to do this and I think a dial on the top of the camera for both F stop and shutter control would be so much simpler.
The Fuji XT 1 has the dials for both.
What are your thoughts ?
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Hello,

I had the Fuji X-T1 (and X-E2), and now the A6000. So I can compare ... ;-)
You mention shooting sports/racing events.
Well, in that case you will be dissapointed with the AF of the X-T1 in comparision to the AF of the A6000 (which is much faster). The X-T1 isn't exactly a "sports" camera.
That's why I sold mu Fuji systems ...

The more "manual" way of operating using the X-T1 isn't that what you're gonna expect of it IMHO.
To change the shutterspeed of the X-T1, you need to press an extra button in the middle of the dial, so not that simple ... It will cause missed shots ...

So IMHO, the X-T1 isn't better for your kind of photography - fast moving objects ...

Kind regards,

Jajabd
 
Thank you so much , this is the kind of information I needed.
I had a Canon 50D and a 5D2 with many L lens but I didn't like the weight of the system.
I had been working with Canon gear since the mid 80's but at 60 years of age wanted to get something lighter to work with.
 
prtsmnn1 said:
Thank you so much , this is the kind of information I needed.
I had a Canon 50D and a 5D2 with many L lens but I didn't like the weight of the system.
I had been working with Canon gear since the mid 80's but at 60 years of age wanted to get something lighter to work with.
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Hello,

My main tools are Nikons - a D7200 and a D5200 + glass from 11 to 300mm.
But when I don't really need these, I use the A6000 with a lot of pleasure and with great results.

The A6000 is also my Holiday camera since it's light and not that "visisble" als an DSLR.
I recently had a shooting in a Belgian zoo and took the Nikon D7200 and the Sony A6000.
Of course, the D7200 was the "overall winner" but the A6000 performed great regarding image quality.
So, I'm happy with the A6000 sytem although some improvements could be made (battery life, ...).

Jajabd
 
If you like the detail of the A6000's sensor or its AF speed, you'll be let down by Fuji. The A6000 looks almost like it doesn't have an AA filter, while Fuji's sensor looks like it has quite a hefty one, along with only being 16MP. Its phase detection AF is also noticeably slower. Slower than M4/3, which still uses contrast detection AF (though M4/3 AF has become very competitive). Not to mention the Fujis are generally larger and heavier than Sony's APS-C cameras. The only reason to go to Fuji would be for its lens collection, which is definitely geared toward the enthusiast, and easily wipes the floor with Sony's APS-C lens selection.
 
I own bith the NEX7 and an XPro1, the Fuji is hands down the better camer to shoot with, no question. The Sony is too small and fiddely, the wheels and buttons are tiny and not indented very well.

The Fuji has no AA filter as a matter of fact and the images are the equal of the Sony.
 
Would you consider using it for fast action photography?
I shoot vintage racing events.
 
No way, I have a D800 for anything that moves :)
 
prtsmnn1 said:
Would you consider using it for fast action photography?
I shoot vintage racing events.
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Note that they are using an XPro1, which has the worst AF of all the Fuji ILCs. The X-T1 is much more competitive. Also, what a previous poster wrote about needing to press a button first on the shutter dial isn't completely accurate. You only need to press it to remove it from "A". Once it's been moved from that position it spins freely.

If you love the analog feel of classic film cameras, Fuji will feel perfect to you. They really are my all time favorite digital camera system. Having said that, I switched to Sony because the AF and overall responsiveness felt better to me. Also, Fuji has been on a kick of putting optical and build quality first (not a bad thing), and compactness and lightweight second on their recent lenses. I really like how small and light Sony's aps-c lenses are, even though their selection and quality isn't up to Fuji's level.
 
Ok folks , I am definitely staying with my A6000 so thanks for all your comments.
 
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