Hey guys, with the upcoming release of the Fuji X Pro-1 coming out with a new completely redesigned sensor and a rangefinder body, has anyone considered this camera for wedding work? I can see it being used for the documentary side of things. I know, we have to wait and see what the autofocus is like, but I loved shooting with my Leica, and it might be a cool digital rangefinder, that is not huge like our DSLR's.
As an X100 owner I would hate to rely on this at a wedding, the AF does not appear to be much improved and manual focusing is very difficult (it looks like a rangefinder but its not). Even if you stick M mount lenses on it so you don't have to turn the laggy focusing ring 10 times in low light there is no RF patch or focus peaking, I'd probably rather use a NEX7.
I've been raving about the x100 and if the x Pro-1 is anything like the x100 with improved auto focus, I can definitely see the Pro1 as a contender for wedding photography. I love that the file quality is so good in such a small body. It'll definitely allow for a more incognito style of shooting. I'm pretty excited for the xpro1 release, but I think I'll wait for others to test it out first.
I initially liked the idea at having something that was smaller/lighter/quieter (generally more discrete). However, I don't think it would be quick enough for me. I've never used one, but I've tried an X100, and I've seen videos of the xpro1 from people testing the AF etc... I don't think I could completely rely upon it like I could my SLRs... perhaps if I travelled more I could justify an extra, smaller system for fun, but I can't quite see this as being suitable for professional use with weddings. However, I would welcome and be interested to here from anyone who does end up using one on here for that purpose.
For certain portions of the day? Absolutely, I've considered it, but sticking with my X100 at least until they release a 23mm for the X-Pro1. I used my X100 at weddings a lot last year, primarily during the getting ready when action is low and a small, quiet camera is particularly beneficial. Then I switch to my Nikon FX gear for the rest of the day.
Even if the AF is twice as good as the X100, it wouldn't satisfy me for processional or dark dance floors.
I could definitely see this kit being able to be my primary pj set up for a wedding day...assuming it is up to the task (which we cannot really say for sure until we read some reviews)
If it were a true rangefinder then yes. The X100 is good, but the AF kinda sucks. The X1 Pro looks like a major improvement, but I'd want to manual focus that thing.
I really like the idea of using the X100 and, say, a D3100 as an ultralight setup (35 equiv on the x100, 135 equiv on the D3100), but the slow AF of the X100 gives me pause.
I think the Fuji camera would be too slow for weddings. I have just pre-ordered the D800 for my new wedding camera. I have just replaced my computer and upgraded my PS and LR so that I will be able to handle the larger files. We currently use 3-S5 and 1-S3 at weddings along with the D700.
ricardovaste wrote:
I can't quite see this as being suitable for professional use with weddings.
Doesn't seem like a serious work tool. Maybe if you were trying to blend in and appear as a guest you'd be willing to put up with sub-par functionality.
i had a leica M8 the first time i used it at a wedding the bride looked at me and asked why i didn't use my big pro camera ;-) as if it wasn't important enough, so keep in mind that sometimes you have to look pro ;-)
Just out of curiosity, what makes you think this doesn't have the functionality. I mean the ONLY thing I am worried about is the auto focus. If they improved the autofocus this is another tool that can do the job.
Before digital, photographers used all different types of cameras to do the job. Now we all feel like we must use a DSLR to get the job done. Personally if this camera can autofocus I will take one. And I don't think any of my brides would question my choice of equipment.
I think you guys are really taking the term pro and confusing it with equipment. So if an uncle bob comes with a 5d mark II and a 70-200 is he a pro, because he has a "pro" looking camera? It's not about the looks of the gear, but what you do with it.
ryantimm wrote:
I think you guys are really taking the term pro and confusing it with equipment. So if an uncle bob comes with a 5d mark II and a 70-200 is he a pro, because he has a "pro" looking camera? It's not about the looks of the gear, but what you do with it.
True but try to explain that to a nervous bride on her wedding day. it is sad but its a fact that people are suspicious of small equipment.
ryantimm wrote:
I think you guys are really taking the term pro and confusing it with equipment. So if an uncle bob comes with a 5d mark II and a 70-200 is he a pro, because he has a "pro" looking camera? It's not about the looks of the gear, but what you do with it.
I'd love to get excited about something like this, but just can't. To me it comes across as a trendy, nostalgic toy that people are trying their best to make out as a professional tool. The problem is the tools we have today are so much more capable than this thing. The only advantage is size, and it's not so much smaller to make a significant difference.
I personally would rather buy another lens for my current system than buy into a concurrent system for little to no benefit.
