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Lens for X-T3

Started Jul 14, 2019 | Questions thread
jrk
jrk Veteran Member • Posts: 3,401
Re: Lens for X-T3

emils92 wrote:

Hello. I have landed on X-T3 as my first mirrorless camera (or any camera besides my phone for that matter). I am torn between the 16-55 weather sealed lens and the 18-55 lens with OIS. Money is not really the issue here, but I am not sure whether ois or weather sealing is most important to me.

I will not be shooting lots of video, its more of a "nice to have" thing to me, I am in it for the stills. I will be bringing my camera hiking and camping, as well as shooting when I am on vacation in various cities.

The X-T3 does not have IBIS, so OIS in the lens seems nice...OIS can be nice in low light, with a slow shutter speed, but the 16 55 has a fixed 2.8, the other lens is variable 2.8-4. I have very little experience with cameras, all I have done is read online to try and understand the workings of a camera, and what you need for various scenarios. Are there any more experienced shooters out there that can chime in? How well does WR work, is OIS actually useful in stills, etc. etc., any good input is appreciated.

Cheers

Based upon your expected usage of the camera, I would agree with the masses here and recommend the 18-55.  I have both the 18-55 and the 16-55 and always grab the 18-55 when I'm going hiking or any other similar outdoor activity.

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