Fujifilm X-T3 vs X-T1 - Can You Really Tell The Difference?
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Күн бұрынFujifilm X-Series cameras are far superior to many camera lines. Regardless of the model you choose, you're getting extremely good quality. In this video, I discuss my decision on whether to choose the Fujifilm X-T3 or the older, but very capable Fujifilm X-T1.
Along with the choice of these two cameras, I also take into consideration I already own a Canon EOS RP full frame camera that I won't be getting rid of anytime soon, due to the great price point I picked it up at, and the overall quality of the full frame RP vs the Fuji APS-C sensors.
To be honest, you cannot go wrong with either of these camera purchases, but factors other than tech specs need to be taken into consideration, especially when pairing the camera with another system. But I had to choose only one of these, and send the new X-T3 back during my return window, or sell the used X-T1 on Ebay.
Give the video a view, and let me know your thoughts, and if you plan to purchase, or already own one of these excellent cameras.
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@coryirvin6651 2 жыл бұрын
just picked up an X-T1 myself, found a great deal. I know you touched on it a little here, but would be great to see a video with how you set up your X-T1 and how you're using it.
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks Cory! That shouldn't be a problem, I will work on that!
@stopdrpnro 2 жыл бұрын
Hobbyist here with both. Got my xt3 first then found an insane deal on the xt1. Find myself grabbing the xt1 75% of the time.
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
There is definitely a comfort factor with the X-T1, but the X-T3 is so cool! lol
@jazzmanematthews8376 2 жыл бұрын
Same! Love the xt1 more for photos
@GONZOFAM7 2 жыл бұрын
X TRANS II for life. X-T1 and X-T10 shooter.
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
Ive not tried the X-T10, but looks like a nice little compact camera!
@jlborish 2 жыл бұрын
Hey brother, thanks for the information. I just picked one up from a seller that still had the box, materials and supposedly under 2500 actuations, so I'm excited to get it and try it out with some screw mount legacy glass I've had for years. Thanks again, be well and stay safe out there, JB 🤙
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
A fun camera that I wish I spent more time with! Every time I pick it up it just feels right!
@barrycohen311 2 жыл бұрын
XC 16-50mm is an excellent lens. It came on my X-T20 when I bought that camera new. I thought it would be a terrible kit lens but I was amazed. One won't get much bokeh out of it, but that is the only complaint I can make about it. Optics are excellent.
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
I agree Barry! It definitely suits me just fine. If I was using the camera for more 'professional' work (not sure what that would be) but I might consider a better prime, otherwise, I'm good with this little gem! Thanks for watching and offering your opinion!
@raymeedc Жыл бұрын
EyE feel the same about the XC 15-45mm Fujinon. Overlooked it as the cheap plastic gimmicky piece it is initially until my ear to the ground picked up signals that it was a sleeper. At the dirt cheap prices for these barely used on EBay, I picked one up to give it a shot. Boy, was EyE pleasantly surprised at the optical quality! What I love about this lens is the diminutive size & weight, not to mention that delicious 15mm wide angle view! Now, despite having other more expensive, much better built Fujinon, this is the one I usually grab for general daytime walkaround street shooting, mounted on my X-E2 or X-T20 )alternating with my 27mm pancake with the aperture ring. As an old school shooter who could care less about video or action photography, these older models are all I want or need (especially so as the Trans2 sensor is my favorite, also in my X-T1 ✅
@LeandroBighetti 2 жыл бұрын
I just bought a XT-1 for 190 pounds. Using it with a old vivitar 24mm f2.8 that i paid 50 bucks. Image quality is absolutely incredible, i simply love the colours. It beats my Panasonic and Sony cameras hands down. I use the Sony for video though XT1 is pretty terrible for video 😅. For stills, it's a real bargain right now. Nice video, thanks !
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
Yes, I would likely never use it for video but in a pincvh I'm sure it's fine. For stills, as you said, it's a gem!
@rolandgasser6711 Жыл бұрын
I love my two X-T1 (a black and a silver version) and my X-T3 too! I won't sell any. Thanks for the video!
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
Nothing at all wrong with that X-t3, feels like a beast and you certainly should be happy with it. Economically, the X-t1 is the choice, but we don't always consider our fiscal responsibilities when it comes to gear lol
@K3zz21 2 жыл бұрын
I just got an X-T1 and I literally take this thing everywhere
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
Closest thing to a film camera in digital. I love the feel of it too!
@joeybrewer1366 Жыл бұрын
I switched from Olympus to Fuji a few years ago and couldn’t be happier. I really enjoy the ergonomics and features on my x-t4s.
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
I like the x-t4, but found it just a bit too 'blockish' and 'larger' than I prefer. The X-t1, while inferior in some details and specs, fits better in my hand. but I did enjoy the x-t4 so no problem either way. Thanks
@palamj2 2 жыл бұрын
Love my X-T3 take it everywhere with the 23mm f2. Great setup.
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
I would def have kept the X-t3 if I didn't already have the Canon. And yes, I'm aware the Fuji is better quality (in general) than the Canon RP, but I'm a longtime Canon guy. So I'm good with the X-T1 as my fun fuji camera. Thanks for stopping in John!
@derbyshirewalker Жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great and useful video. How refreshing to watch a photographer who doesn’t bang on about the need to get the latest and most expensive equipment. I’ve used Nikon for landscape photography for a few years now but recently purchased a Fujifilm X10 second hand with a view to street photography and gave my Nikon stuff to my son. How happy am I now with the X10…very small by comparison but built like the proverbial brick wall. It does everything I want it to do and does it so well. I’m now in the market to add an X-T1.
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
At some point I decided chasing the next, best camera was pointless. They're all going to produce nice quality images, now it's a just a matter of how good the photographer is with framing, settings, etc. Cameras are definitely to the point where even the least expensive new cameras are typically of more than enough quality. Thanks mike!
@richardhale9664 2 жыл бұрын
For me the X-T1 is ergonomically the pinnacle of design of the Fuji system. I can see why the later models increased in size to facilitate improved specs, but they have just grown too large. I find IBIS on later models useful for telephoto lenses, which I do not use that often, so is a bit of a waste to me. All the buttons are in the right place apart from the image view and the only other niggle I have is the drive mode is too easy to move accidentally. It is the only camera both film and digital I have ever used and (I have used plenty) that is equally comfortable to use in any configuration from no hand grip, metal hand grip and battery grip. Even with the battery grip attached it still reasonably light and compact. I would be perfectly happy if Fuji had just put the newer AF, sensors and processors in the old body. Even with the old AF and sensor the IQ is still great. Can't go wrong with it really. Love it so much I have just got a second body and battery grip. Much nicer to use than the X-H1 I also have.
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
I agree with basically ALL of that Richard, except the need for a thumbgrip - that's something I can't live without! My hands must be bigger than normal or something lol but I find that my thumb 'wanders' around the back of most cameras, unless I have the hotshoe thumbgrip to place my thumb. I've purchased a few just to make sure I have one for every camera! other than that - spot on! Thanks for commenting!
@richardhale9664 2 жыл бұрын
@@DozierGraphic No worries. I am always prepared to stick up for the older stuff. To paraphrase a sporting saying, "If you are good enough, you are young enough."
@matthieuzglurg6015 2 жыл бұрын
I have both the X-T1 and X-T2 at home, and though I see your point, there was some silly decisions made in the X-T1 design that I'm really glad they fixed in the X-T2. Firstly, if, like me, you like to use the manual dials, they're a bit too skinny and are sometime a bit hard to get a good hold on them when you have your eye up to the EVF. Then, they chose the "film camera" approach with the ISO dial completely locked, and the SS dial that locks up when in Auto. That makes sense for a film camera where you don't change your ISO that much, for a digital one? hmm not sure. It sure did get in my way though. Also, because the SS dial is skinny and not locked, I end up turning is when I'm switching metering mode, that's kinda annoying. In a similar manner, I'm turning the drive mode dial when changing the ISO. Also the tilt screen is nice, but if you do a lot of portrait stuff it isn't very useful They pretty much fixed all of it in the X-T2 and 3 : not the dials are taller, you can chose to have them locked or completely unlocks, the drive mode dial is a bit tighter, the tilt screen now has a 2 axis tilt which is so much nicer for portrait oriented photos. The only "cost" is that the camera is taller by 2 or 3 mm and deeper by about 2, overall, you can really feel the differenc only if you place them side by side. I wouldn't go for the X-T4 as it is considerably bigger than both the X-T2 and 3 thanks to the IBIS and the bigger battery, but the X-T1 had shortcomings, saying that this camera was perfect ergonomically is a bit of a stretch edit : forgot to mention that the plastic pieces on there like the front and back grips, and the ports door on the left don't hold up very well as time goes on. I'm very glad they used a more rugged material on the X-T2 and later models. I had to make extensive repair to my X-T1 as the grips were peeling off and replacement parts are expensive as hell
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
At first read I thought you were saying the X-T1 was a silly choice by those of us using it lol but I see I misread that! The point of the video was the 1 vs 3, and unfortunately I don't have the funds to purchase and test all four. It's just a 'third' camera for me, so the X-T1 is doing just fine. Again, if I was only using the Fuji line, or using it as my #1 camera, I would have looked at other considerations. I don't think one can go wrong with any of the four choices, but seems like you really like the 2 - I'm sure there are many who feel the same. Maybe one day I'll get my hands on one and can do a comparison. Thanks for your thoughts Matthieu! I
@richardhale9664 2 жыл бұрын
@@matthieuzglurg6015 I did say it was near on perfect for me. Personally I have no trouble with the dials on the X-T1 other than the drive mode as previously mentioned.Each to their own. Yes the X-T2 does seem to be better constructed, thus far though I have had no issues with my X-T1s, though I have seen some really rough looking ones especially with the peeling leatherette. What I would say about the small increase in size of the X-T2/3 is that is for the body only. Add a battery grip and they both become significantly bigger than the X-T1 so equipped. I can see why they did it - 2 extra batteries for the increased video capabilities of the later cameras, but that extra bulk and weight is not something I appreciate, you are then in DSLR territory which somewhat negates one of the main advantages of mirrorless designs.
@jorgemoro5476 Жыл бұрын
Those protectors look ridiculous. My XT1 is 11 years old and it looks fantastic with the brassing pretty much everywhere. I also own the XT2, XH1, GFX50r and 100s. Guess which camera goes with my when I leave the house? The XT1 with the original 27mm 2.8. It literally fits in my pocket!
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
Sounds like a winning setup Jorge! Sometimes the newest tech isn't the 'best.!'
@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын
A major difference between the T1 and T3 is the sensor. On several Fuji sites people argue the T1 sensor provides more film like output. Starting with the T3 Fuji became more aware of the video capabilities of their bodies. If the T1 has the features and output you want then it would be silly to purchase the newer camera for a higher price. The XC lenses have the same glass, I believe, than the XF lenses. The XC lenses are housed in a plastic envelope and thus are lighter. A major benefit for a street shooter. I do like the EVF present on most Fuji bodies. I like to frame my images using the EVF. I’m not a fan of using the LCD. Personal preference. I’m surprised you are using Fuji gear. I thought you were a GR guy. I understand you went from the iii to the II because you didn’t like the figity wheel that sometimes doesn’t work. I was further surprised to see you are using the OG GR. I understand that just because there is a new iteration of a camera you don’t need to spend the additional money to purchase it. I’m retired now so I’m not purchasing the latest and greatest. I’m at the point where good enough is good enough. Sorry manufactures. Your gear was made to last. I will take advantage of that engineering. We have to use the right tool for the right job. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
Thanks Martin - I like to try lot of different manufacturers. The GR is great for street, and I'm probably in a small minority that thinks the original 2016 APS-C GR is more than good enough quality-wise and see no reason to spend the extra hundreds on a GRIII. If it was the only camera I was using, the III might be best, but as you pointed out, I like to use a variety of cameras, so doesn't make sense to spend so much on the latest/greatest piece of gear. I find the X-T1 to be a great all-around camera, right behind the Pentax K-70. The X-T1 is lighter and easier to handle for a long day, but the K-70 seems to output better quality images. Either way, I love using a variety, and the LEAST used camera in my arsenal is the most expensive one I own - the Canon EOS RP. Price doesn't always guarantee it's the best!
@adycoke2 2 жыл бұрын
just got an awsome x-t2 with 18-55,im also using the fantastic GRIII. PS fuji xH1 comes with IBIS before xt4
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't had a chance to handle an X-T2 yet Sky, but I'm sure it's an awesome camera. The one thing I failed to mention in the video is the I do NOT like the screw-in buttons for the shutter release. I bought two with the X-T3 and both ended up popping off while shooting. Notsure if the X-T2 takes those or not, but the X-T1 doesn't and I like that.
@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын
@@DozierGraphic The button have a nasty of falling off. It isn’t Fuji’s fault. The screw on buttons many times come from China and are cheap and cheaply made. Buy better screw in buttons (where I don’t know as I don’t use them) or buy several. The screw in buttons are cosmetically pleasant. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
@matthieuzglurg6015 2 жыл бұрын
as a little side note : those Fujis are kinda well sealed. They improved the weather sealing with each generation, so obviously the X-T1 is sealed, but that's the weakest seal of all, especially with that bulging ports door on the left. I have an X-T2, and as far as Im' concerned, with a weather sealed lens, you're pretty much set. The X-T3 is a small improvement, and the X-T4 a small improvement over that as well, and you could take the X-T4 in rain strom without any issues
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for the input Matthieu. I've seen a few videos where the owner had to have his X-T4 repaired dueo to rain, so even though they are very good, they don't compare to the basic pentax k-70, which can be completely submerged in water and still fire right up. But again, no question the X-T4 is quality, and let's face, how many of use are using this kind of camera in severe elements? I'm more concerned about subjecting myself to the elements than I am my camera LOL!
@guren3026 2 жыл бұрын
Last year i've bought X-T1 for 300 bucks. Before that, I still using old Nikon D3100. Of course, Fuji was a game changer for me, it's amazing camera for that ridiculously low price.
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it's a killer deal for sure! I see no need to upgrade/spend more. I really like it!
@nafawi7965 Жыл бұрын
Love my XT-1. The video length is limited…gets hot needs to rest. Xt3-5 fixed the video length issue.
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
yeah, most cameras of that era have heating issues and 20 to 30-minute time limits. but still awesome for actual photo work, the video isn't the greatest but for personal use and the convenience it's just fine for most applications!
@mick2d2 2 жыл бұрын
I bought one a couple of years ago because of the viewfinder. I have a lot of legacy lenses and the viewfinder makes it really easy to focus with them.
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
Both are great cameras, but I don't need the specs offered by the X-t3. so I'm good iwth the x-t1
@mick2d2 Жыл бұрын
@@DozierGraphic I was referring to the viewfinder on the X-T1, that's the one I have.
@sdhute 2 жыл бұрын
People seem after those older fuji sensors. There is a new xt3 body coming out 1099 USD. Used to have a xe2 with 18-55
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
Definitely nice quality with Fuji! Just a little high priced straight out of the box for me lol
@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын
@@DozierGraphic Don’t like the price? Wait a while. Of course the X100V has brought up the price of all the 100 bodies plus the XE 3&4. Madness! This too shall pass. Historically the price of a body goes down over time though the image quality remains the same. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
@sl-rt5kv 2 жыл бұрын
One downside to not having in body stabilization in these Fuji cameras is almost no Fuji prime lenses have image stabilization. With the exception of one or two long focal length primes, only the Fuji zoom lenses have image stabilization. That limits the effectiveness of these Fuji cameras when shooting with primes in certain low light situations. XT4 gets around this problem because it has IBIS.
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
Good points! Fortunately the two lenses I've had both had IS in them, but I would imagine that now with IBIS in the 4, it'll be there on all future models. It's unlikely I'll upgrade much in the lens department, so I feel pretty comfortable with the little combo I have. I don't expect to do pro work on it, but it does still have some great specs and will produce excellent quality images - depending on the user of course! lol
@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын
@@DozierGraphic I LOVE IBIS. That being said, I don’t use it very much. I’m primarily a street photographer and walk the streets when the sun is out. It is true the primes generally don’t have IBIS and neither do the bodies before the XS10 and XT4 except for the XH1. When image stabilization is needed I turn to the kit lens 18-55mm with OIS. Works well enough. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
@sandypickleuwu 7 ай бұрын
Hi! I know this is a bit of an old video to comment on, but I was wondering something regarding used products. I was able to find a deal for the XT-3 for around $500 for a body and small rig cage, but no lens. I've seen XT-1s for around $300 no lens. I was wondering if the XT-3 deal might be worth going for considering the usual resale price or should I just go with the XT-1? I really like the look of the XT-3 as well, even though that's more of a preference thing than actual performance.
@DozierGraphic 7 ай бұрын
The X-T3 is definitely a better resale, and just more up to date, than the x-t1. The video (as you said a bit old) was mainly referring to purchasing a new X-t3 vs a used X-t1 - for a hundred or two, and looking at future resale, the X-T3 would be the better investment.
@antoniolewisthomas2505 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for your help
@DozierGraphic 6 ай бұрын
Very welcome!
@alienbluevisuals 2 жыл бұрын
I mostly shoot south African TV contents, can I do that with the XT1?
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
Not positive what application you're referring to AlienBlue. Do you mean using the X-T1 as a video camera? I'm not sure how great the quality is for that, but the Fuji is well-known for nice video. If I was doing something that was generating income, I would absolutely go with the X-T3 if I could afford it, but if not, the X-T1 is as good as any other mirrorless camera for under $750. Sony creates the better video I believe, but just depends on the quality you're looking for. If it's more like a cable show/public access/interview show, etc I see no problem with the X-T1. But again, I'm def not a video guy, so would be best to seek advice from others that use it for that. Best of luck, sounds like fun!
@herwarthaug Жыл бұрын
what about the different sensors and image sizes of the two cameras?
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
Those tech specs are easily available with a simple google search. The point of the video was the practical use of the cameras, not tech specs. Hope that helps. Thanks.
@Atlas_21 Жыл бұрын
Any thoughts on the X-S10? This one has IBIS but no weather sealing. I'm with you with the price issue. It's not what you can afford, it's what you can justify to spend.
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
I've not used the X-S10 so can't really comment unfortunately, but thanks for the comment and for watching!
@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын
@@DozierGraphic TheXS10 is an interesting body. Fuji typically makes an XT-X and an XT-XX with ~75% of the guts of the bigger brother. In many ways the XS10 is the XT40 that never was manufactured. There are a lot of video features. It has the IBIS. It is one of the few PASM bodies Fuji makes. It is small and light. A nice camera. Maybe a gateway camera into Fujiland. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
@ofmyselfside7171 Жыл бұрын
So that means if I update the firmware of XT3 to my Fuji XT2, I can also use the really fast technology eye detection (from xt3) on my fuji xt2?
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
I have no idea on that, but would think not. I'm not sure why you would go backwards from 3 to 2, but not sure it's even possible. That'd be a google situation.
@robari2410 Жыл бұрын
They are both great! But don't say they are "basically the same cameras". that is deceiving. I have both, for all the reasons you mentioned and more the XT3 is a more complete and more advanced camera. The XT1 its a wonderful camera and very fun to use. But all depends on what you need them for. Respectfully and thanks for the video.
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
Understood, but they are basically the same in many ways. Of course the newer model is going to have more bells and whistles and be more advanced, I assume most photographers have that understanding (older vs newer). But aesthetically, design, menu functions, etc are basically the same, but upgraded in quality. Thanks for watching.
@duanemcclun 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jason I'm curious what your t-shirt says? 😂 😂 Best Duane
@DozierGraphic 2 жыл бұрын
It says "I Shoot Street" and has a copy of the GR III. It's a very oversized shirt. I'll post a copy of it so you can check it out Duane.
@duanemcclun 2 жыл бұрын
@@DozierGraphic Thanks
@rogerwalton8160 Жыл бұрын
I didn't come here to hear about Canon!
@DozierGraphic Жыл бұрын
lol Relax Francis! Just making some comparisons.
@martingreenberg870 Жыл бұрын
@@DozierGraphic at this time there are no really bad cameras. Each brand has advantages. Look at the body and pick the features you like. With Fuji the autofocus may not be class leading. Is it good enough? Sure except for video. Sometimes good enough is good enough. I do understand tuning into a video to hear something about a particular body or brand. After all, this video’s title is about Fuji. I’m not a Canon user. I didn’t find the mention of Canon distracting. I wouldn’t make the same choice Dozier made. He says he is used to the Canon and it produces the video he wants. Sounds good to me. Think of it as an aside and then return your focus to Fuji. Nobody is perfect. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
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