dakel wrote:
Is the Fuji XT-5 the best system for landscape photography? Nah. In my humble opinion the two best camera systems for landscape right now are the Fuji GFX + GF lenses OR if you want something more compact and not as expensive, a Sony A7RV + lenses.
Is the XT-5 and lenses good enough for high quality landscape photography. Absolutely!
I think you make the mistake of equating more resolution with “best system for landscape photography.”
If all else is equal, a larger format system can, indeed, record more detail and potentially hold it in extremely large prints. But all else is not equal. For example, imagine that you are a backpacker, for whom bulk and weight are significant issues… arinnd that you share your photographers on social media, perhaps never printing larger than 13” x 19” or possibly never printing at all.
The expense, weight, bulk, and functional limitations of the miniMF system would be significant negatives with no corresponding positives. The miniMF system would most certainly not be the “best” landscape system for you.
I use two systems, one a high MP full frame system with fairly large and bulky lenses, typically shot from a big, heavy tripod. I do print — I have an in-house Epson P9000. When operating from a vehicle or over short hiking distances, this system works really well. In some cases I’ll even backpack (short trips) with it.
However, I’ve also switched to the Fujifilm APS-C system for some situations in which the smaller size and lighter weight are important. I can produce excellent 20” x 30” prints from that system, and occasionally a bit larger.
All photographic gear decisions are compromises — weight, bulk, speed of operation, format, lens and accessory availability,and more. The “best” system is the one that provides the best set of compromises for the work at hand and the intended output.
Sep 25, 2025 at 07:04 AM
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