Fujifilm X100V vs Xpro2 with 35mmf2

Hey. I am buying a new camera soon and right now these two cameras cost more or less the same. I got an XT2 and the 23mmf2 + 18-55, 55-200, 12mmf2.

I'm in need of a backup camera for photoshoots, travel etc.

If I get the the X100V I will sell the XF23mmf2 and get the 35mm 1.4 for my XT2

If I get the Xpro 2 I will keep the 23mm and get the xf35mmf2

I do prints up to A1 (24x33 inches) fine art.

Is the difference in quality any noticable on A1 prints?

I like travelling light but also want good optics for portraits.

I don't care about filming, fast AF or touchscreens. I want beautiful quality photos for printing.

Hopefully going to Africa next year and will be out in the wild with my gear.

Recently spend 6 months in NZ with my Fujifilm

Plenty of photos from that trip here @sufstreet on insta.

Thanks!

XF55-200mm shot in NZ with the XT2

The X100V is sharper than the 23f2 so if that's a focal length you use a lot then getting the X100V would give you both better IQ and a second, smaller body.

Is there a reason you are considering the X-Pro2 instead of a second X-T2 which would give you identical controls and button layout on your second camera?

I think it really depends on what you want in a camera. The 100v is a great, fun camera! But it's a fixed lens camera. I love mine!

I look at it as a point n shoot camera on steroids. I has great image quality and a lot of features that some cameras don't have. Leaf shutter, neutral density, build-in flash, digital zoom, sharp 23mm F2 lens, with a smaller footprint.

I looked at purchasing the 100v to compliment my T-3. Something that I only think about taking pictures, not which lens do I need.

Either one will give you the same image quality. The pro will allow you to change lenses. If you want that ability then choose the pro.

givepixachance wrote:

Hey. I am buying a new camera soon and right now these two cameras cost more or less the same. I got an XT2 and the 23mmf2 + 18-55, 55-200, 12mmf2.

I'm in need of a backup camera for photoshoots, travel etc.

If I get the the X100V I will sell the XF23mmf2 and get the 35mm 1.4 for my XT2

X100v is not a true backup, becauase it is fixed lens. If your XT2 breaks up, you will be limited.

If I get the Xpro 2 I will keep the 23mm and get the xf35mmf2

If you can stretch the budget, get the 35 f1.4.

I do prints up to A1 (24x33 inches) fine art.

Any camera will do it fine.

Is the difference in quality any noticable on A1 prints?

No.

I like travelling light but also want good optics for portraits.

The XPRO2 is not the lighter option. I suggest an XT30with the 35 f1.4.

I don't care about filming, fast AF or touchscreens. I want beautiful quality photos for printing.

Hopefully going to Africa next year and will be out in the wild with my gear.

One more reason to get a camera that allows changing lenses:)

I'm with Paulo on this one. You need a second ILC body if what you want is a backup.

givepixachance wrote:

DarnGoodPhotos wrote:

The X100V is sharper than the 23f2 so if that's a focal length you use a lot then getting the X100V would give you both better IQ and a second, smaller body.

Is there a reason you are considering the X-Pro2 instead of a second X-T2 which would give you identical controls and button layout on your second camera?

I just like the look of X pro 2 more but could not afford it 2 years ago + I like old rangefinder cameras. It will make me want to shoot more street. It will be my street and one camera one lens kind of duo. If I buy it. Could also get the X100f and a 35mm f1.4 for the same price.

I completely understand, I have a graphite X-Pro2 which I really like. It has the best thumbrest design in all Fuji land so it feels great in hand.

If you have an XT2 I don't really see the point of getting an XP2, size, and weight size are redundant. If you want portability the XF10 is the answer.

Murdoko wrote:

X-Pro2 with 35mm f2 WR because I'm biased.

I don't care what people say but the XF 23mm f2 R WR is plenty sharp so no need to replace it with the X100V. I used it at my wedding and the detail it resolves is just great. The OOF is perfect as I really didn't want to overdo it. The portraits are plenty sharp (Sometimes too sharp). I have the graphite version though so not sure if it had anything to do with the QA.

The 35mm f2 WR is a great lens. Sharper than the 1.4 at the centre (minus the corners because of the correction). Highly recommended if corner sharpness is not an absolute priority.

The only reason I would get the X100V is the AF or if you want the smaller size.
Also, Paulo is right. X100V is not really a back-up.

p.s. I have the X-pro2 and X-T1 as a backup.

Agree, I have the 23mm f2 and I think is great.

givepixachance wrote:

Hey. I am buying a new camera soon and right now these two cameras cost more or less the same. I got an XT2 and the 23mmf2 + 18-55, 55-200, 12mmf2.

I'm in need of a backup camera for photoshoots, travel etc.

If I get the the X100V I will sell the XF23mmf2 and get the 35mm 1.4 for my XT2

If I get the Xpro 2 I will keep the 23mm and get the xf35mmf2

You cannot go wrong either way you choose...

I do prints up to A1 (24x33 inches) fine art.

Is the difference in quality any noticable on A1 prints?

No

Foskito wrote:

If you have an XT2 I don't really see the point of getting an XP2, size, and weight size are redundant. If you want portability the XF10 is the answer.

Due to the corner hybrid viewfinder, it's a different shooting experience, which I personally consider more enjoyable.

I side with the X-Pro2. It’s an amazing camera - similar to your XT2 of course in what it can do, but (IMO) a much better form factor that’s more fun to use.

X100V is probably even more fun since it’s smaller and lighter too, but I can’t get past the fixed lens. As others have said, it won’t be a proper backup to your XT2 and will limit your ability to use and enjoy the lenses you already have.

Personally I would save a little extra and get the 35 1.4 though. That’s the one Fujinon I’ll never be without, and fixed on the front of an X-Pro2 it beats any X100 hands down.

DarnGoodPhotos wrote:

Foskito wrote:

If you have an XT2 I don't really see the point of getting an XP2, size, and weight size are redundant. If you want portability the XF10 is the answer.

Due to the corner hybrid viewfinder, it's a different shooting experience, which I personally consider more enjoyable.

Some people just do not get this... I agree.

John Gellings wrote:

DarnGoodPhotos wrote:

Foskito wrote:

If you have an XT2 I don't really see the point of getting an XP2, size, and weight size are redundant. If you want portability the XF10 is the answer.

Due to the corner hybrid viewfinder, it's a different shooting experience, which I personally consider more enjoyable.

Some people just do not get this... I agree.

I clearly said SIZE and WEIGHT redundancy, I never mention “shooting experience”. If the OP wants something lighter and smaller the XP2 is not the solution. 🙄

And yes, “I get it” I have 2 Leica M bodies so I know how a REAL rangefinder experience is.

Foskito wrote:

John Gellings wrote:

DarnGoodPhotos wrote:

Foskito wrote:

If you have an XT2 I don't really see the point of getting an XP2, size, and weight size are redundant. If you want portability the XF10 is the answer.

Due to the corner hybrid viewfinder, it's a different shooting experience, which I personally consider more enjoyable.

Some people just do not get this... I agree.

I clearly said SIZE and WEIGHT redundancy, I never mention “shooting experience”. If the OP wants something lighter and smaller the XP2 is not the solution. 🙄

And yes, “I get it” I have 2 Leica M bodies so I know how a REAL rangefinder experience is.

Well, pardon me.  I agree with you really.  I wasn’t speaking to you directly by the way.  I’m a former M and Contax G user too ... I prefer Fuji these days.

X-E3 and 23/2.  It will make a nice small package, excellent IQ.  The 23/2's vice is open and close up.  Otherwise it is a very satisfactory lens.

If you are a Fuji ILC user then the X100V doesn't make sense as it isn't anywhere near as versatile as a backup as one of the other Fuji ILCs.

I've long avoided handling the X100 series as I know I'd fall in love with it and I'd waste a shed load of money on one.  I've also hankered after an X-pro but honestly what I've got is enough.