Buying advises: second camera

Eleneithel wrote:

Hi everyone,
I am currently thinking about buying an old X-Trans II camera (X-T1, X-T10 or X-E2) and I would some advice to determine which of these bodies would better pair with an XF27 lens.
For a bit of context: I am the current happy owner of an X-T30 involved in medieval reenactment. It is a pleasure to bring my X-T30 to take pictures of our medieval adventures, but I am always a bit in fear of having my camera either damaged by bad weather or stolen.

Thus I would like to buy a used (and cheaper) X-Trans II body coupled with a Fujinon XF27mm Mk II lens (as primary lens) to serve as a "beater" travel camera for those more riskier activities.

I previously bought a X70 for that purpose, but the different battery (compared to the X-T30) is an inconvenience for me and (from what little practical experience I have) I seem to favor longer focal length than the 18mm of the X70.

An older X100 (X100S or X100T) could have been a solution, but I think that I would like to keep the ability to change lens (and perhaps play with the apparent rendering differences between the X-Trans II and X-Trans IV sensors).

I guess that an X-T1 would be rugged enough for that purpose, but would it be a good pairing with an XF27 since it is an heavier and bigger body than either the X-T10 or the X-E2 ?
Thanks in advance for your help !

I'd say an X-T1 paired with an XF27 would a fine setup.  I am not sure why you'd go with the XF27mm Mkii and use it as a "beater". Your lens will be worth more than the camera even.  Try and find some second-hand mk1 lenses to go with your beater camera. I still have the 27mm mk1 lens and its perfectly fine.

I agree with the plan to contrast your cameras by owning two different sensors. I do the same thing, often choosing my X-T1 for a shoot because of its different image characteristics. I am fond of the X-Trans II sensor, especially in good light.

The only problem is, this setup may become precious to you; its that good. Then you'll have to go out and buy another "beater" that you're less protective of.