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gdanmitchell wrote:
Jerry:
I'm very interested in the XT1. The XE1 is a fine tool, but Fujifilm has done a good job of offering continuous improvement and several areas seem to be better in newer bodies like the XE2 and (it seems) the XT1.
To me, the major potential advantages of the XT1 over the XE1 and XE2 may be largely about the improved manual control. More of the control functions have been moved to dials and the hardware interface seems to be improving. (I understand that the functions on the dials may also still be available in the software interface... but don't quote me. We'll see...) Other improvements, if they pan out in the way the advanced marketing suggests, include the faster refresh rate of the display and improved AF functionality.
For your purposes, not having use of your fingers, I wonder if the XE2 might get you much of the same functionality and image quality since it has the same sensor (they all have essentially the same 16MP sensor), along with improved AF and refresh rates and so forth? You know better than I do, of course!
Do you mostly operate the camera in the automatic mode, or are you able to change shutter speed, aperture, ISO settings while you are shooting?
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Dan, I shoot mostly in 'Manual' mode, RAW as well; sometimes RAW+Jpeg. And yes, I can manage all buttons, dials, etc. on camera bodies, just not on the fly with viewfinder to eye. I must move the camera/lens to my lap where I have some leverage, can use gravity to assist.
My spinal cord injury is at C5 level, it left me with 'some' arm/wrist/hand movement, but no grip at all. It's an odd body to shoot with but you make due, just being able to hand-hold is so humbling and so freeing, that I can manage on my own a big boost to ego...
I to noticed the extra dials of the XT-1 and should have mentioned that as a 6th bonus, they are a big plus for me. I've not read enough to know yet, but given there's NO aperture dial, is that a menu choice? I noticed that some of Fuji's lenses have an aperture ring, while others don't, please enlighten...how do you shoot full manual without an aperture ring/dial
I'll take a look at the other models, full manual is my game tho, I use Tv and Av on occasion, but it's rare. I've learned to anticipate, look for shots, out of necessity...both a blessing and curse, it's does slow my shooting down, helps me keep focus.
Exposure comp is a nice to have, having it on a dial will work great, my 1st SLR; the Canon A-1, had this and it was wonderful. Perhaps it's the XT-1 looks/features that remind of past adventures, my early days with film, but now with all the bennies of digital. A lighter digital kit with primes would be very cool, for both Linda and I, and it would fit nicely in our TT Retro7; with phone/tablet
Cheers,
Jerry
Edit: PS. Dan, wow, I just glanced at your Fuji write-ups, it will be tonight's required reading. Much like my recent buying plans, I'll wait until reviews are complete and the newness factor wears thin, price drops as well. The XT-1 really looks like it could be a great addition to my imaging kit...
To all, Dave for starting this thread, replacing our G12 has proved to be an interesting search, EOS-M, NEX, even the Olys. It seems Fuji is serious about the 'X' system, it's lens selection is an important factor when deciding on a direction.
Thanks again for your insights...
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