Fujifilm X-T2 :: design which BLOWS EVERY CAMERA AWAY

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Fujifilm has designed a photography gem with the Fujifilm X-T2. The feature I'm most impressed by is the way they have considered the user experience of photographers in the design. The Fujifilm X-t2 is one of the most intuitive mirrorless cameras I've used and I think its an example for all camera manufacturers to learn from.
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@rizzexponential 6 жыл бұрын

"I don't think its a 'retro' thing; I think they picked up where we left off when we gave a flip about user experience." Spot on! Couldn't have said it better myself. I enjoy using Fuji cameras...and its not because it looks "retro." Plus, the lens lineup is incredible.

@colin-4794 7 жыл бұрын

As a photographer (stills) for some 50 yrs, the user experience tops any "specs" on a sheet for me. If you're not happy using the camera then the results usually reflect that I think. Spot-on with this video Ted!

@alainmonnens 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Ted, I was always a Nikon user, until 2 years ago. Out of curiosity I purchased a used Fujifilm X100T. Half a year later, that became my most used camera. The fact that everything was clear at a glance what my settings were. And that there is no need to enter a menu. But because I wanted to use different lenses, I sold all my Nikon gear along with the X100T and bought an X-Pro2 with 4 primes lenses. Never looked back can not be happier. I hope Fujifilm continues to walk this way path. I look forward to your further experience with the X-T2. Greetings Alain

@DenDimas 7 жыл бұрын

Classic Chrome, the main reason for me to bought Fuji :) I'm not a guy who can spend 1-2 hours on lightroom to edit the photos, so having classic chrome emulates the old film look is a blessing.

@lilscottieme 7 жыл бұрын

I have had the XT-1 for nearly 2 years and still love it. The feel of it in the hand is great and with the dials on top its simple and easy to access everything I need to get a shot. The only time I go into the menu system is to format the SD card. The camera is beautifully designed and makes it a joy to take pictures with.

@richardiandoli7437 2 жыл бұрын

I was a Nikon shooter for years, but picked up the original x100 and x10 when they came out. I alternated using them as my carry everywhere cameras and immediately fell in love with Fuji. I then picked up an XT20 followed shortly by a used XT2 along with a variety of lenses in 2019. The experience of shooting Fujifilm, along with the high quality lenses, and those beautiful colors and film sims persuaded me to sell all my Nikon gear earlier this year and go all in with Fuji. I couldn’t be happier. I know that Fuji will continue to push out new camera bodies, but I could literally be happy with my XT2/XT20 combo forever.

@MrThomasvddries 7 жыл бұрын

I do really like to use "vintage" lenses on my digital camera because of this. That collar... i really can't imagine why it was ever a good idea to get rid of it.

@MountainGuitarist 7 жыл бұрын

Lower costs on lens production basically (in theory)

@iH0V4D0 7 жыл бұрын

fuji lenses are much cheaper then canon/nikon counterparts even when they are opticaly better and same aperture

@MountainGuitarist 7 жыл бұрын

That's why i said - in theory, doesnt mean what happens in practice

@Animaduniversum 7 жыл бұрын

manuag86 still fujis offerings are on par with lenses quality wise

@danthomson9340 7 жыл бұрын

Thomas van den dries I'm

@SeattleDigitalVideo 7 жыл бұрын

I think you pretty much nailed the reason to use a Fujifilm-X series camera. My first pro-level camera was the Nikon F-3 and hearing your remarks reminded me of the beautiful simplicity that both cameras have in common. I've struggled with the complex and hard to access menus of many current cameras with Olympus and Sony being at the extreme end of Byzantine menu complexity. Sometimes there's a reason to access a specific feature buried deeply within a camera menu, but for the pure joy of photography...nothing beats simplicity coupled with image quality that is inspirational.

@LegacyStudio 3 жыл бұрын

I just got my X-T2 yesterday here in 2021, and I look it out for a run and everything you are saying here is so INCREDIBLY TRUE. This camera puts down my complete fleet of cameras, everything from the Lumix G7 to the Sony A6300. This camera makes me want to go out and shoot. None of my cameras have EVER done that for me. EVER. This user experience is BEAUTIFUL! Well said as always and always enjoy your videos my friend.

@stephenmorgan5414 7 жыл бұрын

I have been using the xt-2 and you have nailed it, I realise it makes me enjoy photography and not just think about menus. I have the usual Fuji lens but recently tried the Samyang 12mm on the Fuji, it is lovely, if you have an opportunity try one. Feels like a new era of photography has come to me. Love the channel, learnt so much from you. Stephen

@DavidBrookover 7 жыл бұрын

Amen brother! I bet there`s quite a few digital camera design engineers at the competing manufacturers looking for jobs due to their indulgence in excessive nonsense! Thank you Fujifilm for bringing back simplicity with style!!!

@esppics21 7 жыл бұрын

I love my Fuji X-T2, I'm glad you LOVE it...

@desmondkw 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Ted, thank you for articulating your thoughts on the X-T2. I've just moved to it from a Sony system and agree. There's a hard to explain immediacy and experience to it that frees me to capture a scene differently.

@devinbrines 7 жыл бұрын

When you had the F3 in your hand, I was like wow, the X-T2 looks great. Then I realized it was the Nikon, which I had and loved. What I liked about the F3 (as well as the X-T2 to some degree) is the way they look and feel. The aesthetics give the process a heightened feeling that makes me want to use it and take the images more seriously. "The Medium Is The Message," they say.

@cameronreaves1581 7 жыл бұрын

i brought an XT-1 not long ago. not much difference between the 1 & 2 but they're both amazing! i have used both and the 90mm f/2 is absolutely ridiculous!

@ErikN1 7 жыл бұрын

Love the way Fuji does things. Love the controls, especially having aperture on the lens. I just wish all lenses had marked aperture rings

@arpitbharti6245 7 жыл бұрын

that's it, you've got me excited about buying an F3.

@BradSolov 6 жыл бұрын

I just got an F4... I too am excited... lol

@spunky2071 7 жыл бұрын

This is exactly why i gravitated to fuji the past 2 years, i purchased the x100T and fell in love, it made photography so much fun. I recently purchased the Fuji X-T2 and it's a really fun experience to make my personal work with. I do still use a canon set up for my 9-5 Photography job but when i want to have fun and make my own images i have fully committed to Fuji.

@audaxrandonneur 6 жыл бұрын

First of all: I love your channel! It very inspiring for me. I viewed this video several times over the last months and have to say that I totally agree with your opions. Being a professional photographer in the 80's and 90's (then switching to the moving pictures) I learned my buisness with "old fashioned" Nikons, Canons, Leicas, Hasselblads and Sinars. The use of these machines was always straight forward and nothing was complicated when you unterstand the basics of lighting, exposure, depth of field and so on. The basic skills of the buisness so to speak. After selling my Leica equipment in 2005 I stepped into the digital market using several different cameras from Canon to Olympus to Panasonic. On one side the color rendition of some of these cameras was very nice and "filmic" other brands produced pictures more to look like video images. After all in fall of 2016 I switched to Fujis new X-T2 and was instantly amazed. No only by this straight forward "user interface" which is for me an absolutly no-brainer in the dailiy use but also by the color renditions of the camera. Even without the built-in film simulations (aka 3D LUTs) the colormetry of the Fuji cameras is much more pleasant than even any Canon camera. Not to speak about any other brand. In addition the quality of the lenses ist really stunning. In the end the qualitiy of the images made with my X-T2 or my beloved X-Pro2 is on the same level as the pictures made with the old M6 and the Elmarits I used.

@ryleechris 7 жыл бұрын

I'm always impressed with how few edits and cuts you use. Bravo and great review-I've been a digital Fuji user since the x100

@jakerogers6053 7 жыл бұрын

I can't say much for the XT2, but I rented the Fuji XT1 when I went to New York last year and I loved that camera apart from the atrocious battery life. I really enjoyed having all the dials on top, it made for a fun, and easy way to walk around NYC without having to think too much about settings. Being able to set my aperture, and ISO and letting the camera do the rest with the turn of a few dials was great! I'm really hoping to pick up a nice used one in the near future.

@AnttiKujala 7 жыл бұрын

Cheers for this video! I bought my first "proper" digital camera some over year ago and it was Fuji X-E2. Chose X-E2 because could get it for good 2nd hand price at the time and friend was heavily suggesting to get that one. Been super happy to shoot with it ever since. I absolutely love the fact that the Fuji's care of customers doesn't end in good user experience while using the camera. They also provide firmware updates to older models as well. I was super excited to get tons of new features in 2016 when Fuji released 4.0 firmware update for the X-E2. It brought fully revamped AF system from more recent model along tons and tons of updates. Felt like having a brand new camera! Also the film simulations... 5/5!

@robertosupertramp9322 7 жыл бұрын

I love this Channel! I'm learning a lot here. Thanks man!

@JohnThornley 6 жыл бұрын

So just got my x-t2. Omg it's so intuitive to use. You are spot on about the design.

@saurabhnarang4060 7 жыл бұрын

I use XT10 and it's awesome! agree each word here 👍

@andrelousada 7 жыл бұрын

I own a Fuji too and I loved it from the moment I got it! The sounds that the dials produce are just amazing. Reminds me of the sound that my old Takumars make. That part of user experience makes it a pleasure to shoot with!

@junglerecon 6 жыл бұрын

Im a Canon user, and I've been drooling over a Fuji xt2 for a year now. I love the way they look, and the fact that the functions are similar to my SLR which I love using. Thanks for posting this Ted!

@philg6757 7 жыл бұрын

I recently upgraded my Fuji XE-1 to the XT-1,I love that all the adjustments are at your fingertips.

@themobileman6895 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Ted, I could not agree with you more about the XT2. I used to use Nikon F2, FM and FE2s. The XT2 kind of feels the same and intuitive to use. Thanks for the video.

@alexcoreablecoreable 7 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you with the quick access to all the important controls! This is why I got my fuji x-t20!

@thephotovideoshow 7 жыл бұрын

Bang up and dead on, Ted! Aside from user experience, the glass selection is incredible! Call me anything you want but Fuji is my jam! Fanboy in da house! 🤣

@marcelpoche4424 6 жыл бұрын

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@Thrice_Greatest 6 жыл бұрын

I have the X-T1 and the X100T and it's completely changed the way I shoot. Much more emphasis in composition and I honestly have more keepers than I used to on my Nikon and Canon rigs. It makes me feel like I used to when shooting with film. I find my self using my manual vintage lenses more than my fast auto primes from fuji.

@markeggers3416 7 жыл бұрын

I own the X-Pro2. I remember when I first looked at the camera and thought to myself "This is just like my old Nikon FM-2n.". I was able to set basic parameters in the camera and start shooting. No learning curve. Fujifilm has got it right.

@edwinmccracken2686 7 жыл бұрын

I picked one up, used it for 10 minutes and fell madly in love. I connected to it like no other camera. It's not perfect but I wouldn't swap it for anything. A camera made for photographers. You must have a look at the lenses, awesome.

@framo7617 7 жыл бұрын

My nikon was stolen and I wanted a smaller camera...I bumped into this brand and fell in love with it: I have the little brother of the XT2, the XT20, and it changed the way I take photographs...now, thanks to the way this camera works, I focus more on the picture, the actual shot and the composition more than the settings because I can change them at my fingertips..it's so intuitive and fun that I'm not going anywhere without it nowadays...I just really love it

@bigsurhippy2639 7 жыл бұрын

Spot on! I bought an X-T2 and I totally agree. Love how I can just shoot working only from the manual dials on the top of the camera. Rarely have to look at a menu. a lot of thought gone into this camera.

@acciocheetos 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Ted! I got myself a Fuji XT10 (very similar in design to the XT2) last year as my first camera and completely fell in love with photography. All the dials and knobs just made it so easy and fun to learn. Few months later I got into film and thanks in part to your vlogs I now also own a Nikon F3. Love your videos, keep up the awesome work!

@anthonyprima858 7 жыл бұрын

I just got the Lumix g85 and I feel the same way, great button layout and super intuitive. All of the things that are most important in photography are easily accessible with dials. Great video

@davidmays1115 6 жыл бұрын

Ted your videos and reviews are EXCELLENT! You cut to the chase and leave out all the garbage we don't need to know. Keep it up!!

@gwynneharries7024 6 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t agree more on your thoughts and observations. Yep I am an old boy, a pre digital photographer and I have only just discovered the Fuji and love the ‘retro’ feel because it puts me easily back in touch with the control of my image taking. Thanks for the video.

@DavidBournePhotoandVideo 7 жыл бұрын

I'm an X-T2 user, previously using Nikon D700. I LOVE the layout of the camera, having the crucial elements at my finger tips means I can change settings on the fly without having to take the camera away from my eye and think about what buttons to press etc. I love how it looks too, and because of how it operates, looks, and it's small footprint means that I love taking it with me wherever I go, and ultimately that's the best part. It makes you WANT to shoot with it.

@MrDanMeman 7 жыл бұрын

my feelings exactly. once i started using the XT2 i asked myself "why hasn't any other camera I've ever owned been this straightforward?" I find myself looking for moments to capture creatively rather than dreading which settings I need to make it look great. The camera does all that, and that's what it's supposed to do. The XT2 makes me excited about photography again.

@muatao9943 5 жыл бұрын

I bought an Olympus compact zoom in 2004 for $600. By the time it started falling apart I couldn't afford to upgrade. A friend gave me a used Nikon FM2 and I began to shoot a little film. I really enjoyed the process but I realized that I had become used to the immediate feedback of digital. Finally in 2017 I was able to purchase a new Fujifilm XT1 for $650 and eventually a few lenses. It gives me the user experience of the Nikon FM2 with digital convenience and a very satisfying image quality. Couldn't be happier! Well, I am thinking about picking up a discounted XT2 body Lol : )

@Krasoulass 6 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. They are always to the point. Well done!

@AaronOtt 7 жыл бұрын

Ted, I switched from Canon to Fuji a few years ago and while I 'knew' all about the elements to take a well-exposed or intentionally-exposed photo, I didn't 'understand' them until I felt them fall into place with the Fuji user experience. I can only describe it like this: the physical controls for everything cause the photo-taking process to become an extension of my artistic vision and thus the camera feels more connected with me, responding as I need and desire at any given moment. Fuji has created a beautiful user experience.

@he1z 7 жыл бұрын

I very much like the idea of not having to switch from a to s to p mode all the time, and then also change the settings after that. To include a A on all the dials for iso, whitebalance, shutterspeed and aperture would let me take pictures more intuitively and also faster. But i don't necessarily need these big physical dials on my camera like the X-T2 has. I prefer the small dials that modern camera's have, that way you can change the settings easier without having to take your eyes of the finder. What would be great is pushable dials! That way you could push the scroll wheel to put the corresponding function (shutter speed, aperture etc) into automode.

@billb8262 6 жыл бұрын

I think you nailed it. I'm an amateur growing into a photographer. From Canon T5i to Sony A6000, I find myself frustrated that the three elements of photography aren't immediately accessible or easily accessible without menus and multi-key maneuvers. Fuji seems to have solved it.

@paulvotaw3886 6 жыл бұрын

I really agree with what you're saying in this video. I bought the XT-2 back in May and I love using it. It really is quite simple and enjoyable to use.

@dimitrioszacharopoulos4853 7 жыл бұрын

The X-T2 rocks!!!! I love mine and moved from Canon to Nikon to Olympus and now finally to Fujifilm and I am now the happiest Ive ever been!

@Fabio-rg9nv 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this informative video! I loved the X-T2 just because of it's design, feel and performance already. I knew how the settings work with the dials and I found it cool and everything, but I never thought it out further. This is indeed extremely intuitive, love it. Makes me love the X-T2 even more and now I really really want one :D

@robbiej2749 3 жыл бұрын

I simply LOVED using my Nikon F3/FM2 back in the 80’s. Then went through a number of DSLR Nikon’s since 2004. Switched to the Fuji system this year and instantly felt comfortable with my XT2... so your reference to using the F3 really hit home. Thanks a bunch

@photogenius 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Ted, another great video! I'm a Nikon, Canon and Fujifilm user depending on what I'm doing. I've been using the Fujifilm X100s for a long time which is another beautifully designed camera that's easy to navigate and use. Keep up the good work.

@michaelmcgrath4772 7 жыл бұрын

I recently purchased a canon AE-1, and even though I've only taken 4 photographs so far, i am in love with it.I adore the simplicity, the smoothness, the feeling when you commit to taking the photograph. The thing I love the most is that it encourages me to think about my shot, to compose, think about focus, aperture, shutter speed, everything down to the highlights/shadows in the frame itself - things that I, personally, didn't really think of when using digital, I felt like i had to rush my shot to capture what was in front of me. I hope that over time I will be able to really learn about all these elements and how to use them effectively - and possibly bring some of the skills over to digital. Thanks for another great video Ted, Keep up the great work.

@alexvpaq 6 жыл бұрын

Got my fuji recently, and I LOVE how I have every little dials under my hands. I mean, I'm now in full manual almost all the time because it just makes sense! Not because I'm a snob or anything, it's just I have this picture in my mind, I see the result in the EVF, I just go : I think I would like the exposure a little darker and I just turn the right dial. As simple as that! It made my photography much better and much easier because of it.

@rimofheaven 6 жыл бұрын

As I listened to you - like I have to so many other truly inspired photographers in your place and mine - put into words the special something(s) of the Fujifilm experience, one word has taken shape: Human. So many experienced photographers, long time Canon and Nikon users, are falling in love again due to spying and then daring to spend time with a camera system that is so intuitive that it connects to them on a human level: It is as aesthetically pleasing as it is photographically capable. The designs are sexy, and the ergonomics are simultaneously physical, intelligent, practical, pleasing to look at, use and touch. My first camera - the Minolta X-700 - was the first camera that called me to shoot from sunrise to late into the night. I have owned many cameras since those days, and only one has inspired me in the same way, or felt the same in my hands; My Fuji X-T1. So I know how you feel as just holding your Nikon F3 inspires you to remember.

@JennyGavinWear 7 жыл бұрын

ISO on a dial .. heaven! I shoot 99% of the time in manual, the way I have all the way from film days. Having to hit that tiny little button and then look at a menu on my 5D2 is a pain in the proverbial. If the manufacturers want to look after me even further, please make it possible for me to do delete all the menu options I don't use - and that is a lot.

@johnnydeeable2 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely spot on, I never thought that after using Nikon for over thirty five years I would ever switch systems. I recently bought the Fuji X-T2 and even though I’m a professional photographer using the Nikon D810, I am switching to the Fuji X-T2 for my work, feeling that love for photography as a hobby again.

@HallsEmporium 7 жыл бұрын

User experience is huge for me, that said it's hard to switch brands. Having invested so much money in accessories for Nikon specifically it's hard to put the money down on a brand outside that. I appreciate those buttons being so easy to access I will for sure head down the The Camera Store (that's actually the name of the business) to check it out.

@progtom7585 7 жыл бұрын

ive been wondering for ages why the sony loyalty as ive been using the xt2 for about 6months now, thrilled you've met the xt2...!

@bjarnebuggesolvik8747 7 жыл бұрын

I have used xt-1 for a year and I come from old school film and love the "retro" dials. I did change to Sony A7r2 due to two things, on light skin there is a lot of red in Fuji and I needed to try something else, and Sony does better with that. Also file size was a issue when cropping. BUT after using the Sony A7r2 for some time I find using the camera in manual is just as easy if not even better then Fuji. Front wheel for aperture and back wheel for shutter and easy access to ISO. The quick meny of the Sony is also good and I find it easy to keep control of my settings, I like it better then Xt1. So in my humble opinion even if the Fuji is more familiar for an old film shooter in the long run I found the Sony more intuitive. I still have a full set of Fuji gear and I am using it now, could not afford to do the switch with all the lenses, and there are upsides to both so for me money made the final call. Also I find it interesting that if you want to shoot with shallow depth of field, neither the XT-2 nor the GFX can offer lenses that give same blur as the most expensive Sony lenses. In my opinion a full frame mirrorless is the ultimate camera, if you want IQ and good autofocus and reasonable handling.

@danielbatts9386 7 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! Fuji has returned to what was best about film cameras. Can't wait to pick up an XT2.

@CarloColumba 7 жыл бұрын

I think your approach is really effective. I own a X1Pro, first series and the first thing I appreciate about fuji is that I don't need to open a menu in order to set the camera! Thanks!

@charlesellenberger8067 6 жыл бұрын

You nailed it! There was a time when cameras were a harmonious extension of your creative flow, and I agree that this body takes you back to that point in time and then some.

@alexdsz1989 6 жыл бұрын

As someone who has never owned anything more complex than a point-and-shoot, but always liked photography, and is now doing the research to buy a more technical camera, what first drove me to Fujis was the camera design: everything that I'd need to really start learning and would most usually fiddle with is (very) easily accessible. Now that I've seen more reviews, I'm ever more convinced that that is the right camera for me.

@thomashutterer8148 7 жыл бұрын

I have my xt-2 since Nov 2016, and I can totally agree with you.. I almost always frame the shot in the viewfinder and am able to change whatever setting I want to adjust without looking away.. this is something no other camera brand can do

@StevenScholten 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Ted. Yes I do like the fact that all controls are at your fingerstips with dials. Try to stay away form the menu as much as possible. I have a X-Pro2 and it is an absolute joy to shoot with. I also use a 5D MkIV. Also great but for different reasons. Thta XT2 and XPRO2 are basicly the same. But have a different form factor. The ISO doal on the XPRO2 is a bit fiddly. I use auto ISO and, depending on the situation, use a minimum shutterspeed. Just change apperture to taste. Love the VLOG. I watch a lot of photography stuff on KZfaq, but yours stands out. Thank you!!

@Leondrian 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Ted! This a really interesting video you put up. Food for thought. You've got me so curious that I got to ask when the full review will pop up in your feed? Thanks for an awesome show. You've teached me a lot and I've haven't got through a third of the content yet. Best regards from Sweden /Robert Molin

@BenjaminKanarek 6 жыл бұрын

I use two systems 3 x FF Nikons and 12 lenses and recently the Fujifilm X-T2 x 2 one of which is the Graphite body and a X-T20 and 6 of their lenses the 23 f/1.4, 35 f/1.4, 56 f/1.2, 90 f/2.0, 18-55 f/2.8-4.0 and 50-140 f/2.8. Really loving it and actually shot the X-T2 for my up and coming ELLE magazine and STYLE magazine January issues. Wonderful output indeed and ergonomics.

@gavinstokes 7 жыл бұрын

Two of my loves, UX and Photography, super vid

@Martin-nu6ym 7 жыл бұрын

I have the X-T1 and definitely got the camera for the layout of the body and the quality of the lenses (and aperture rings!). Then this year, I got the X-Pro2 --WOW!!! Between the hybrid rangefinder VF, the right hand layout, this camera is simply a joy to use.

@Tracks777 7 жыл бұрын

Great! Keep it up!

@RohanGillett 7 жыл бұрын

An absolutely brilliant camera. I have a feeling I'll have it for years and years and years ...

@MichaelRapp_Lichtgeplauder 7 жыл бұрын

Great post, and I couldn't agree more. When I bought my X.T1,I was kind of suprised how much it looked and handled like my ancient Canon AE-1 Program - just a lot better :-) (I won't go deeper into the technological advances since the days of yore....) Coming from Canon, I was surprised how fast my muscle memory adoptet to fiddeling the controls of the Fuji camera, it was just so much plain fun shooting with it. A little side note: When the Fuji X-100 (Rangefinder with a hybrid viewfinder and a fixed 23mm lens), someone said: "This is the camera that Leica should have made."

@sjsphotog 6 жыл бұрын

My 1st SLR film camera was the Canon AE-1 program and what I learned/took my film photo classes with back in High School in the late 80s . I still have it. I shoot with the Sony a6000 and NEX-7 and my Canon 6D and 60D but will need to check out the X-T2 as I do like my old film Canon. Sometimes simple IS best.

@tomknight3899 7 жыл бұрын

Retro=Simple to use. I have had the Fuji XT2 for the past six months and love using as much as I did my Nikon FM2. I haven't touched my Nikon D750 in the last six months. I think Nikon is in trouble.

@chrisbinch800 6 жыл бұрын

At the end you mentioned a 'full review video'. I can't seem to find it.

@mplstb 5 ай бұрын

I bought my XT2 about 6 years ago and it's my primary digital camera still. I have a couple older smaller digitals and a number of film cameras that are all in rotation for different projects.

@mikemorgan633 7 жыл бұрын

I knew when you got a hold of Fuji you would love it. The x100 series is amazing too.

@jeaninedc11 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. It describes exactly what my frustration with digital cameras has been for years now. I started with a Nikon N2000 in the 90s and loved taking pictures then but ever since I don't enjoy it anywhere near as much because of how complicated my N7000 feels. I have a feeling I will love the Fuji and regain my love for photography. New fan in the making!

7 жыл бұрын

Love your vid!

@randallherreraNyc 7 жыл бұрын

user experience with my a6500 has not been fun.. awesome quality pictures and video.. but not enjoying using it.. i dont get excited about using it like i did when i owned my 5d3 or even rebel t4i.. is that a good reason to want to sell it?..even though im satisfied with thr pictures it produces ?

@ivindm7529 7 жыл бұрын

I have been using the XT2 for a while now... and I totally agree with what you are saying about the user experience. The camera is intuitive, controls are at your finger tips, and it is just fun to use. Fujifil really understands the concept of strategic design! They have made a camera that is packed with features (capabilities), that looks good, and that is intuitive and easy to use (user interface).

@IndieAuthorX 7 жыл бұрын

My first week with this camera has been really enjoyable.

@PT-re2gi 5 жыл бұрын

This video is spot on. I have been using the X-t2 now for several months and I love how quickly and easily it is to make adjustment when you need to, or go to the mode you want to be in. The focus peaking is great for when I want to shoot manual. And a lot of the lenses have stabilization for getting good photos in lower light. I have got some really nice landscape photos and created some beautiful HDR with bracketing. I think fuji did a great job. The lenses are pretty pricy but all that I have used are sharp and show great contrast and color. And you have to love the firmware updates that fuji gives you. The X-t2 is a better camera that it was when it was first introduced. And is has not cost the user anything. Way to go Fuji

@rodlockyer4318 6 жыл бұрын

I got a Lumix LX100 as my first camera and love the usability for the same reasons of such easy to use dials. I'm now looking longingly at getting a XT-20

@johnboy7864 7 жыл бұрын

Really true; I feel exactly the same. Navigating endless menus repeatedly takes the joy out of photography.

@TheChameleon2008 7 жыл бұрын

Never owned a fuji but i do love the color output of the camera with all those nice camera profiles.

@JohnyTechReview 7 жыл бұрын

Great vid ted. I'm a Pentax shooter and I love my rx100 mark 2 for eveything quick and travel but recently sold it because I want to experience playing with Fuji and got an x70. Love this thing so far.

@bbayek5573 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video - thanks for sharing! I love my Nikon F3, and X-T2 is on my list :) I am actually a UX Designer so it's great you have mentioned this as UX is such huge part of any design these days, whether it's digital such as websites or physical products.

@theartofphotography 7 жыл бұрын

Its a smooth transition between the two…

@celyda2 7 жыл бұрын

I am a former photojournalist who transitioned to editing around the turn of the century, as digital taking over. Since then I had only bought myself one digital camera, a waterproof point and shoot for camping and canoeing. But last year I bought a Fujifilm X100T for exactly the reasons you mention. Knobs and dials just work. And there's no getting around it, the Fuji cameras look great.

@mathijsprovoost 7 жыл бұрын

This all works on the X-T1 as well, and I got it to see what the settings were before switching the camera on, in cold weather I don't want to go through menus to change settings.. Few things are worse but still great for stills. Great points you have there and why I'm happy I got it as an experience designer myself :)

@daddylongjohn99 7 жыл бұрын

I smiled when you showed your Nikon F3 and spoke about how great it was. I still have my Nikon F3. I used it for about 10 years, and loved it. Especially the 85mm f1.4 lens. I bought a Fuji XT1 a few years ago, after researching cameras for a year before I bought it. I recently bought the XT2 and am really enjoying it. I'm in manual mode 99% of the time, and it's so easy to use. Thank you for your video. John C

@JustinLoving 7 жыл бұрын

I have the X-T2 and absolutely love it...I do alot of video on it as well.

@PaulAlabama 7 жыл бұрын

I've been using my Fujifilm XT10 for about a year already, it's pretty much similar to XT1 (or 2) in design and overall user experience. And what I can tell, apart from stunning image quality, this camera is beyond excellent in use! I seriously don't have any single issue with it. It just works. And makes me happy:)

@JohannesLabusch 7 жыл бұрын

Ha! I'm glad to see that Fuji and you finally found each other. Makes all the sense in the world. I'm still on the x-t1, but the design principles you praise were already in place on that one, and I'm pretty sure I learned to be a more intuitive photographer because of the way that camera helps me focus on seeing, and allows me to (almost) forget about menus.

@ozuidema 7 жыл бұрын

Fully agree with you Ted, the user experience on Fuji camera's is great. Was a Nikon DSLR shooter until about 2 years ago. Now I have an X100F and recently bought an X-T2. These camera's have totally rekindled my interest in photography and I'm shooting more, and with far more pleasure, than ever. Good vid, thanks!

@SakiniCZ 7 жыл бұрын

Yes, it was the "basic age" design that got me in love with the X-T1 from the first look, and the "2" is even better and more mature. Only simple mechanics for controls and much fun, that fun that others like the A7 lack. Together with the power potencial, it´s the greatest camera I´ve ever had.

@IanKyddMiller 4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree ... I use the XT2 and X Pro 1 and 2 for this reason, ease of use so all I have to do is think about the picture that is in front of my lens as the use of my camera has become second nature.

@EdWelsh 7 жыл бұрын

I'm a Fuji user already and have both the Xt1 and XT2. Agree with you completely. I'm also a heavy film shooter with A1 and Maxxum 9.

@cameraplus7233 7 жыл бұрын

As a life long user Nikon FM2n user, it was frustrating to see the dials disappear from DSLRs, so when I saw the X-Pro2, straight away I knew it was right for me. Simple as that. What could you need in a camera. Great video & well explained.

@liemtran2151 6 жыл бұрын

Hello, I just have a quick question. Does your camera have a rattle sound when you move your camera? The sound like something looses inside the camera body. Thank you