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Hello to everyone! Long time reader, first time poster. I have been reading this forum since before I have acquired my XT2 from 3 yrs ago.
Started from Nikon gear then wanted light because of having a kid so exchanged everything to just an XT2 and 35f2. Then acquired Rokinon 12 f2. Added a grip and then the 16-55 (much respect to Greg and Jerry). Exchanged Rokinon and 35 to 35f1.4 (partly coz of funds). Enjoyed it and now the zoom is collecting dust. Cannot juggle it when I go out due to carrying baby stuff. Now, I want to sell everything to fund the x100v.
My question is, was there someone else who have taken this road and have become very happy with just a one camera gear?
I shoot mostly environmental portraits, family, some landscapes, want to delve more into street.
I am in no way a professional shooter and want something more than what my iPhone Pro Max can give.

Thanks so much!
 
By all means the x100v is a good cam but why not just save money and trade your 35 for the 23 f2 or viltrox 23 1.4 if on a budget. Way less money out of pocket than x100v. You won’t get much for the xt2.

I have tried shooting just a fixed lens camera and just doesn’t work for me...

I wouldn’t mind having one ILC then the x100v as well for walk around though if money wasn’t an issue.

This is partly because I like dynamic landscapes and portraits... and really need that moderate ultrawide (18mm/20mm/21mm equiv lens) and short tele (85/105/135 equiv lens) option in my lineup also.

Note I don’t mean all of those lenses, just in a new system I need that focal length covered by “something” and have used primes/zooms over the years but it needs to be covered. I would not be satisfied with “only” a 28-35-50 type cam.
 
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Jayson1231 said:
Hello to everyone! Long time reader, first time poster. I have been reading this forum since before I have acquired my XT2 from 3 yrs ago.
Started from Nikon gear then wanted light because of having a kid so exchanged everything to just an XT2 and 35f2. Then acquired Rokinon 12 f2. Added a grip and then the 16-55 (much respect to Greg and Jerry). Exchanged Rokinon and 35 to 35f1.4 (partly coz of funds). Enjoyed it and now the zoom is collecting dust. Cannot juggle it when I go out due to carrying baby stuff. Now, I want to sell everything to fund the x100v.
My question is, was there someone else who have taken this road and have become very happy with just a one camera gear?
I shoot mostly environmental portraits, family, some landscapes, want to delve more into street.
I am in no way a professional shooter and want something more than what my iPhone Pro Max can give.

Thanks so much!
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There are a few people I have met and less people I actually know who have gone down that route of one camera (you meant one-prime, right?) only for everything.

The X100 series is of those 3 camera (models) that come to mind:
  • Fuji X100
  • Leica Q
  • SONY RX1
I haven't used the Leica Q/Q2 but use the RX1RII (also had both the RX1 and RX1r) and have used the X100F.

The X100 series has a fabulous form factor and the X100V in particular adds a new lens and a more versatile screen, but IQ and crop-a-bility not even remotely on par with the Q2 - or the RX1RII. The reason why this deserves mentioning is the fact that both those cameras provide you with enormous crop potential e.g. for close-crop portraits.

So, yeah, i could live with - in my case - the RX1RII as my only camera, have done many days where my only camera was one of those ... but also enjoyed the X100F.

26 Mpx in combo with the new lens might actually work for you if you shoot "mostly environmental portraits" where a high crop factor is of little consequence.

In short: it can be done ;-)

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Thanks jjz and deed.

I have been shooting with the xt2 and 35 1.4 for a while now which made me favor the idea of a single cam-lens. It is just that it is becoming slow now and that the x100v can fit in a jacket pocket can add to the convenience of shooting. I think it was GAS that made me buy the 16-55 (and how Greg was promoting that lens) but I haven’t been able to really utilise it.
 
Jayson1231 said:
Thanks jjz and deed.

I have been shooting with the xt2 and 35 1.4 for a while now which made me favor the idea of a single cam-lens. It is just that it is becoming slow now and that the x100v can fit in a jacket pocket can add to the convenience of shooting. I think it was GAS that made me buy the 16-55 (and how Greg was promoting that lens) but I haven’t been able to really utilise it.
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Greg promotes a lot ... as always to be taken with a HUGE grain of salt as he seems to have infinite means to satisfy his GAS. ;-)

You could of course also pair your T2 with another - much fast to AF - prime: 23/2 and 50/2 ...

Deed
 
After collecting a lot of M43 gear I bought an X100T just because I was curious. A year later all my M43 stuff went to Ebay and I bought the X100F. It also coincided with me having a kid :-)

I was mostly using focal lengths between 28mm and 80mm (in 35mm terms) so with the WCL and the digital zoom on the X100F I have this range mostly covered. It has been three years now with only using a single fixed lens camera and I still enjoy this kind of photography very much. From time to time I look check if there will ever be an X-E4 that might tempt me but then I think about the hassle of owning several lenses and the costs associated with it.

So yeah it is possible to go down this route of you do mostly what I call general photography so street, family, city, some landscape and so on. As long as your not into macro, wildlife or serious landscape photography I think it is doable.

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Haha kids really factor in having a lot of gear. The form factor is also great because when walking with a pram I can just whip it out of a jacket pocket and shoot. Can also benefit from the additional film sims as post processing takes some time too.

side thought: having a single card slot can instill some fear..
 
It certainly would be an interesting leg of your journey to commit to the X100v exclusively for a spell. It would be about what you could see and capture within that FL limitation - a good exercise for a photographer. And whether that will be a very long term commitment or one mainly for this stage in your life - if you think that will better enable the commitment and engagement, go for it.

If you could keep the current body and a lens or two, you may find that later you'll be pleased you did (they dust off well [g]). You might consider a used X100f to suit your current lifestyle in the meanwhile w/o dumping your entire kit. . . just a thought, if at all possible. Either way, it sounds like it's a challenge you're looking to take on. Again, go for it.
 
I shoot on my x-T4 for most jobs now and I bought the x100v for my walk around/photo of my kid camera.

That said, I've been bringing it on jobs lately (shooting the 56mm or 90mm on the x-T4 and switching to the x100v with obviously 23mm) and I've found a lot of clients have chosen images from the x100v. It may be that they're just choosing the wider focal length, but point being... it can be used for everything.

I just did a shoot for COSMO UK and the portrait they ended up choosing was shot on my x100v. So, mine works for everything from my daughter, to beach stuff, to jobs.

Of course, if it was my ONLY camera... I might look at it nervously in some scenarios. Right now it's a luxury. Can't tell you if it should be your only camera. All I can say is I LOVE mine.
 
I am really attracted to the idea of a small form factor, quality IQ camera kit. I am really impressed with those who have the eye to make 23mm work most of the time. I have been tempted at times to go for the 100 T, F, V. However, I am also pretty sure that it would not work for me. I have too many varied photo opportunities that cannot be covered by just one focal length. It sure would simplify what to carry though.
 
Thanks for the encouragement. It is maybe a means for me to kind of force myself to the basics, having an eye for a certain focal length. Tbh, when I acquired the iPhone Pro I shot with it exclusively during our walks in London and the night mode was amazing. At first look I even liked the phone shots vs the xt2+35 when we were in a sunflower field. But after having a closer look at a laptop screen I figured the Fuji still won hands down. Just looking for a camera that needs no faffing around for lenses, etc..
 
@thedullchannel, wow three years? Amazing! It will be an achievement for me if I manage to stick with that for that amount of time which I really hope I could. I am thinking that I might miss the red badge zoom or the “magical” 35 but gear is gear, bit something that I can just hold on to like a trophy in a case...
 
deednets said:
Jayson1231 said:
Hello to everyone! Long time reader, first time poster. I have been reading this forum since before I have acquired my XT2 from 3 yrs ago.
Started from Nikon gear then wanted light because of having a kid so exchanged everything to just an XT2 and 35f2. Then acquired Rokinon 12 f2. Added a grip and then the 16-55 (much respect to Greg and Jerry). Exchanged Rokinon and 35 to 35f1.4 (partly coz of funds). Enjoyed it and now the zoom is collecting dust. Cannot juggle it when I go out due to carrying baby stuff. Now, I want to sell everything to fund the x100v.
My question is, was there someone else who have taken this road and have become very happy with just a one camera gear?
I shoot mostly environmental portraits, family, some landscapes, want to delve more into street.
I am in no way a professional shooter and want something more than what my iPhone Pro Max can give.

Thanks so much!
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There are a few people I have met and less people I actually know who have gone down that route of one camera (you meant one-prime, right?) only for everything.

The X100 series is of those 3 camera (models) that come to mind:
  • Fuji X100
  • Leica Q
  • SONY RX1
I haven't used the Leica Q/Q2 but use the RX1RII (also had both the RX1 and RX1r) and have used the X100F.

The X100 series has a fabulous form factor and the X100V in particular adds a new lens and a more versatile screen, but IQ and crop-a-bility not even remotely on par with the Q2 - or the RX1RII. The reason why this deserves mentioning is the fact that both those cameras provide you with enormous crop potential e.g. for close-crop portraits.

So, yeah, i could live with - in my case - the RX1RII as my only camera, have done many days where my only camera was one of those ... but also enjoyed the X100F.

26 Mpx in combo with the new lens might actually work for you if you shoot "mostly environmental portraits" where a high crop factor is of little consequence.

In short: it can be done ;-)

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Great shots!

However the mention of budget above, kinda rules out the Leica Q and Sony-all in the three grand apiece region.
 
Have seen it mentioned elsewhere in this thread.. maybe you could pick up a used X100 T and see how it suits you. If you don't use it much or it doesn't work out, you could sell it on for most if not all of what you paid and if you want to go newer, again sell it on towards the V. The T is going for around $450 or even a bit less if you shop around.
 
For a time I did pretty much all my shooting with a Panasonic LX5. I grew unhappy with the Pentax k20d that I had been shooting before. Not a direct comparison to your case as it had a standard zoom range. It was a good camera, but I didnt use it much after getting a Pentax k5ii. Subsequent cell phones ate away the remaining appeal.

Kids are all different and so are photographic gear ensembles. For me the 16-55 on the X-h1 is perfect. No lens changes, all the desirable focal lengths and works in most light. But we use a stroller and drive everywhere. If it we were in a big city with public transportation, I would probably do things differently.
 
Mr Bolton said:
Have seen it mentioned elsewhere in this thread.. maybe you could pick up a used X100 T and see how it suits you. If you don't use it much or it doesn't work out, you could sell it on for most if not all of what you paid and if you want to go newer, again sell it on towards the V. The T is going for around $450 or even a bit less if you shop around.
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Thanks for the advice. Plan to visit the Fuji house in London and see if I can have a feel through of the X100 cameras there. I live in the UK so I think the T might be worth more of that.
 
GossCTP said:
For a time I did pretty much all my shooting with a Panasonic LX5. I grew unhappy with the Pentax k20d that I had been shooting before. Not a direct comparison to your case as it had a standard zoom range. It was a good camera, but I didnt use it much after getting a Pentax k5ii. Subsequent cell phones ate away the remaining appeal.

Kids are all different and so are photographic gear ensembles. For me the 16-55 on the X-h1 is perfect. No lens changes, all the desirable focal lengths and works in most light. But we use a stroller and drive everywhere. If it we were in a big city with public transportation, I would probably do things differently.
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I tried to lug that around and tho I love the lens, I always have to place it inside my camera bag when I think I am done with a shot and miss the next one. Can’t have it strapped around my neck while strolling the city.



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Mr Bolton said:
deednets said:
Jayson1231 said:
Hello to everyone! Long time reader, first time poster. I have been reading this forum since before I have acquired my XT2 from 3 yrs ago.
Started from Nikon gear then wanted light because of having a kid so exchanged everything to just an XT2 and 35f2. Then acquired Rokinon 12 f2. Added a grip and then the 16-55 (much respect to Greg and Jerry). Exchanged Rokinon and 35 to 35f1.4 (partly coz of funds). Enjoyed it and now the zoom is collecting dust. Cannot juggle it when I go out due to carrying baby stuff. Now, I want to sell everything to fund the x100v.
My question is, was there someone else who have taken this road and have become very happy with just a one camera gear?
I shoot mostly environmental portraits, family, some landscapes, want to delve more into street.
I am in no way a professional shooter and want something more than what my iPhone Pro Max can give.

Thanks so much!
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There are a few people I have met and less people I actually know who have gone down that route of one camera (you meant one-prime, right?) only for everything.

The X100 series is of those 3 camera (models) that come to mind:
  • Fuji X100
  • Leica Q
  • SONY RX1
I haven't used the Leica Q/Q2 but use the RX1RII (also had both the RX1 and RX1r) and have used the X100F.

The X100 series has a fabulous form factor and the X100V in particular adds a new lens and a more versatile screen, but IQ and crop-a-bility not even remotely on par with the Q2 - or the RX1RII. The reason why this deserves mentioning is the fact that both those cameras provide you with enormous crop potential e.g. for close-crop portraits.

So, yeah, i could live with - in my case - the RX1RII as my only camera, have done many days where my only camera was one of those ... but also enjoyed the X100F.

26 Mpx in combo with the new lens might actually work for you if you shoot "mostly environmental portraits" where a high crop factor is of little consequence.

In short: it can be done ;-)

70f95bcd160d4c4393c2f6b46d606646.jpg

ed56d76e34f74b20bee7727af05b7fc8.jpg

Deed
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Great shots!

However the mention of budget above, kinda rules out the Leica Q and Sony-all in the three grand apiece region.
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Sure. But I bought the RX1 - the camera that the second shot was taken with - for less than a new X100. Second hand though and therefore not comparable of course.

However I thought that I would throw in my take on using one singular focal length.

I do get your point of course!

Deed
 
deednets said:
Mr Bolton said:
deednets said:
Jayson1231 said:
Hello to everyone! Long time reader, first time poster. I have been reading this forum since before I have acquired my XT2 from 3 yrs ago.
Started from Nikon gear then wanted light because of having a kid so exchanged everything to just an XT2 and 35f2. Then acquired Rokinon 12 f2. Added a grip and then the 16-55 (much respect to Greg and Jerry). Exchanged Rokinon and 35 to 35f1.4 (partly coz of funds). Enjoyed it and now the zoom is collecting dust. Cannot juggle it when I go out due to carrying baby stuff. Now, I want to sell everything to fund the x100v.
My question is, was there someone else who have taken this road and have become very happy with just a one camera gear?
I shoot mostly environmental portraits, family, some landscapes, want to delve more into street.
I am in no way a professional shooter and want something more than what my iPhone Pro Max can give.

Thanks so much!
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There are a few people I have met and less people I actually know who have gone down that route of one camera (you meant one-prime, right?) only for everything.

The X100 series is of those 3 camera (models) that come to mind:
  • Fuji X100
  • Leica Q
  • SONY RX1
I haven't used the Leica Q/Q2 but use the RX1RII (also had both the RX1 and RX1r) and have used the X100F.

The X100 series has a fabulous form factor and the X100V in particular adds a new lens and a more versatile screen, but IQ and crop-a-bility not even remotely on par with the Q2 - or the RX1RII. The reason why this deserves mentioning is the fact that both those cameras provide you with enormous crop potential e.g. for close-crop portraits.

So, yeah, i could live with - in my case - the RX1RII as my only camera, have done many days where my only camera was one of those ... but also enjoyed the X100F.

26 Mpx in combo with the new lens might actually work for you if you shoot "mostly environmental portraits" where a high crop factor is of little consequence.

In short: it can be done ;-)

70f95bcd160d4c4393c2f6b46d606646.jpg

ed56d76e34f74b20bee7727af05b7fc8.jpg

Deed
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Great shots!

However the mention of budget above, kinda rules out the Leica Q and Sony-all in the three grand apiece region.
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Sure. But I bought the RX1 - the camera that the second shot was taken with - for less than a new X100. Second hand though and therefore not comparable of course.

However I thought that I would throw in my take on using one singular focal length.

I do get your point of course!

Deed
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There was a used Leica Q on Craigslist yesterday here in Seattle, they only wanted $2400 for it. Looking online, that was actually a pretty reasonable deal.
 
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It certainly would be an interesting leg of your journey to commit to the X100v exclusively for a spell. It would be about what you could see and capture within that FL limitation - a good exercise for a photographer.
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That's what I'm doing at the moment; one camera one lens since June and I'm making the best images of my life so far. The X100V is a great desert island camera and a nice cure for GAS since I don't have the ILC options. The TCL-X100 might be more tempting if it wasn't so huge and fiddly to attach.

And Classic Neg is ridiculously good (each of these uses that Sim).

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