Fujifilm X-E1 & X-E2 in 2024
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- čas přidán 30. 07. 2024
- In this video, I'm talking a little bit about why I've switched from Sony to Fujifilm for my Street Photography work. More specifically, I've switched from the Sony ZV-E10 to the Fujifilm X-E1 & Fujifilm X-E2.
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Love my Fuji’s, I switched from Nikon full frame to the X pro2 and xt3, The images are just incredible and the cameras are so much lighter and simpler to use, pictures straight out of camera are 👌🏼
My X-E2 is my favorite camera! Makes me slow down and enjoy the process.
Everything you said about these Fujifilms is spot on! I’m two months into my X-E2, and I love not having to do much post, if any at all. I also love not having to carry around my heavier Sony, Canon, or Nikon systems too, but I set those aside for my professional work. Going full Fuji is tempting, but I think each manufacturer has their own qualities that I enjoy having at my disposal 🥲 again, great video! thanks!
So in 2019 I bought an A7ii from a guy that sold it to get an x-t2. Me and my friends made fun of him for trading ff for apsc. Jokes on me after buying a x-e2 in 2020 I got hooked on Fuji. Now I'm more than 5k invested in this system and sold the sony and canon cameras I had before. It's outstanding that an xe2 can have better iso performance than a 6d.
It's not outstanding, it's untrue.
Hugely so.
Only at low ISO but the 6D is still better at higher iso.
Very nice work! I started with the E3 when I moved from Canon to Fuji. Since then I've picked up the E1 and E2s. I also have an H1 and S20.
I love using the E cameras. I mostly shoot with manual focus vintage film lenses on the E1. For me of the three, the E2s is in many ways the sweet spot. Have fun with your Fuj cameras!
appreciate the amount of work put in every single video! keep it up bro
thank you so much, bro! this one took quite a bit longer than the other videos on this channel but I love how it turned out. thank you for your kind words, I really appreciate that 🙏
Love my X-E3. Excellent video!
Just jumped from canon to the X-e4 with 23mm f2 lens... Shooting in jpeg with the film menus has got me taking the camera everywhere with me again and despite the lack of grip I quite like the ergonomics. Look forward to trying out more lenses and learning photography again.
Hey love this. After watching your video and a few others I managed to get one on MPB so waiting for that. I had an X10 back in the day and remember how much I loved the cam. I then went to Nikon and then Sony but I miss a Fuji - they put the photographer in front of all the bells and whilstles. I thought this model would be a comprise but I’m so encouraged watching the reviews about it
After some using a big full frame Pentax K-1 I started into the Fuji system with the X-E4 for street and discrete photography and I’m impressed with the image quality. After a bit of watching some YT channels I heard more about the nostalgia Fuji people have for the original X-Trans sensor so I recently I picked up an X-E1 for US$180 on fleabay. Yes the focus is slow and a bit clunky with some lenses but it’s a joy to use. I just love the simplicity. I’m finding it refreshing to abandon big heavy complex gear and sticking to one or two primes on either the X-E1 or X-E4 (far quicker in use) as walk around. It’s a joyful way to photograph
How did you manage using the K1 for street? Why you didn't go with the Ricoh GR or Pentax KP?
@@odemata87
Use what you’ve got.
more character and almost film like look, thats what made me change from sony to fuji years ago as well, currently using x-s10. What do I miss? Definetely the faster focus on the sony cameras and maybe the increasing selection of lenses especially from sigma and other third-party manufacturers.
I shoot with Canon and Fuji. One of my favorites and the one I get so much enjoyment just walking the street with is my X-E2! Just found you channel, real like your videos.
thank you for your kind words, John!
I have all 3 Fuji sensors that are sought after . The X100 bayer, The X-E1 & X-T1 (xtrans 1 & 2) I love them all, but the X-E1 is my favorite
you guys are the reason the XE series has exploded in price!
I've been hooked on Fujifilm for a while with my X-T30 but a few years ago I bought a used X-Pro1 and I can relate to much of what you say on this video. I've almost dedicated the X-Pro1 to be my b&w camera but I find having a rangefinder like camera a fun experience. My biggest complaint besides it being slower due to age is that it I often wish the screen flipped out like the X-Pro3 so I could take photos low to the ground without having to get down on the ground. Every so often I browse the used market looking for other cameras in the lineup to play around with.
I 100% agree. I miss that too, a flip-up screen on these older cameras would have been great!
I have the x-t10, x-t2, and x-t3. I still use the x-t10 all the time. It's still a very good camera and sensor.
I want to get into photography - something better than my smartphone. But not sure if I should buy a new Fujifilm or go with a used from MPB. I would like to shoot street / urban and also macro photography - I have a thing about insects & plants. Any advice thanks.
Yoooo, I just realized you also have a CZcams channel bro! I admire you a lot for building up PortraitMode. Cheers Mate!!
appreciate your kind words, mate! ❤️
Hi! Thanks for your sharing. I am a Nikon shooter since the '80s. I just been hook up by the Fuji X sensor., (using a amazing, X M-1), small & easy to use., most specially on a travel photography. Kudos.
thank you for your kind words! The XM-1 is also a camera I have to look into for sure!
Love my Fuji XE2. Was perhaps the first buyer in the UAE in Dec 2013. Still it works as good as it was. As far as AF need to bear in mind that PDAF on mirrorless was not that advanced when it was issued.
Thanks
I have the best of both worlds imo. A Sony A7ii and an Xe3. I exclusively use vintage lenses on both. Native mount lenses for these systems are eye-wateringly expensive. Buildings don’t move, flowers don’t move, landscapes don’t either. If I photograph a portrait, they only move their heads within the same plane of focus then freeze. Who needs autofocus for those subjects? 😉 Thanks for the video, I enjoyed watching it.
I switched from Sony A7III to Canon 1Ds and Fuji X-E1.
best decision ever. shutter sounds, the feel.. 🖤
Don’t you miss autofocus?
I use the Fujifilm XE1 with 18mmf2 for my one-camera-one-lens-one-year project @xftales only black and white in 1:1 aspect ratio..
I remember your instagram. I’m gutted it’s no longer there. You’re very talented and that was a lovely year of documenting using the xe1.
Do you have another photography page on Instagram? I would love to follow. Regard and hello from the UK
Hallo David, danke für das interessante Video! Ich selbst bin vor einigen Monaten auch ins Fuji-Universum eingestiegen. Ich liebe meine X-T3. 😉 Die Website PortraitMode hast Du gemacht? Sieht cool aus. Lohnt es sich, da mit zu machen? Danke
These cameras are best with old glass. Team it up with some old Olympus half-frame glass. Awesome.
I find the focusing speed & accuracy on my beloved X-E2 matches the latest Fujifilm cameras exactly….. of course that may have something to do with the fact that I shoot with vintage manual lenses 😎
Good video! Like you, I have Sony for video (a6500), Fuji for street photography (EX2s). But for my professional photography I do with Olympus (eM1m2). The camera is only a instrument for express our creativity. Saludos:{)
Nice Video! I have my xe2 as my third camera that is always in my Backpack and thinking about trying the xe1 for the different sensor. What do you think, is it a plus to have both or are they too similar?
they are quite similar but if you can pick one up for cheap, I'd definitely recommend it. I use it as my black/white camera (but don't pick it up as often as the XE-2). it's a much more limited camera. while it has the same button layout, almost none of them are customizable. it's okay though, you can find your way around. my personal opinion: grab one if you get a good deal on one and have a play with it 😊
I’d love to pick your brain on the following…
I’m having a hard time with deciding on a new Fuji body, struggling with choice and feeling like I want a new and/or third body.
Right now I’m shooting on an XT3 and an X100V. Love both. I shoot studio portraits and headshots, personal branding photos and the occasional family session. Paid portrait work.
I have fallen in love with the rangefinder style of the X100V, and I am eyeing the XPRO 3, but haven’t ruled out the XT4. But since the XT3 fills my needs fine, and I don’t do video, I am also considering just getting another XT3.
I’m having a hard time deciding if I should sell my XT3, and get an XPRO 3, keep the XT3 and get another, or just wait and save for the XPRO3 and have three cameras (XT3, XPRO & X100).
I like to work very minimalist, and I only have a handful of lenses.
This makes me also STRONGLY consider the XE4.
I would love your thoughts as to what you would do in my shoes.
my first question would be: why do you need/want another body?
I'd likely go for the XE-4 since you already have the X100V & XT-3. Then, you have a bit of everything where the XE-4 is the latest of the bunch and you can always sell/replace one of them if you need to. it really comes down to what body you you prefer I think. I for instance like the compactness of the XE series.
This sounds like gas
I'll say getting another body will probably not satisfy you at this point. X100v and xt3 can do everything you need forever for the kind of job you do and even more. Even music videos and social media corporate ads when you want. The x100v with the 50mm adapter can also do much to your kit. I'll say I'll get maybe the xpro2 as a backup system. Very trusty camera and less issues compare to the pro3. So you get the interchangeable lens range finder body. Even for weddings I've had no issues with xt1, xpro2 and xt2. Even xpro1
So bcause i watch this video. Now i really want that fuji
you won't be disappointed! I felt the same after watching videos about the XE-1 & XE-2 and I don't regret it. I honestly didn't think it would have had that much of an impact on me 😅 I didn't lie when I said it just makes me want to go out and shoot.
It’s not necessarily cheap, but don’t forget that if focus is too slow, you buy some bad ass voigtlander lenses and learn zone focusing. The 21mm f/4 Leica m mount is incredible
Do you mean Voigtländer Color-Skopar 21mm f/4 that sells about 400 bucks? Or VOIGTLANDER 21mm f1.4 VM LEICA M MOUNT for about 980 bucks?
@@0n596 the 21mm f/4. Did you see they just announced a 27mm Fuji x mount. It’s an interesting focal length but I am currently happy with 21mm and may go to 18mm
400 bucks are better than 980 for me, thanks so much, I will look for a Colo Skopar.
@@johnbullock8885 Did the Voigtländer Color-Skopar 21mm f/4 came in an x mount? Otherwise adapter and manual shooting is the only chance ...
@@0n596 no, I bought it in Leica m mount and then bought a Fujifilm and voigtlander Leica m to Fuji x mount adapter. I’ve seen them pop up on mpb if you don’t mind used.
I liked the color recioies of the X-E1 over the X-E2, for the most part. X-E2 had less mushy greens, which for me, as someone who shoots landscape/nature, it's preferred. I also wish the X-E1 offered Classic Chrome, but pro-neg hi with the right recipe was accepetable. I now have an X-T30 & prefer the color tuining over the X-E2. Still like the Asita & Velvia of the X-E1 the most.
I'm canon user and seems i got a x-e2 with a 25mm 7artisants manual lense, there is no excuses to go out and shot
Great video! I´m considering to buy the xe-2. Can you recommend any lenses (preferably on the cheaper end)?
if you're looking for native lenses, the 18-55 kit lens is a great allrounder.
Viltrox 23mm F1.4 XF STM ED IF Autofocus Prime Lens
Why b/w photography with x e1? Would be interested in the reasons. You see advantages with x trans1 sensor?
There's no specific reason why I made the X-E1 my b/w camera. In fact, that didn't really happen yet, lol. I still experiment a lot with both cameras and typically don't shoot much black and white. I wanted this to be my b/w camera to shoot more of it in the first place. Comparing both sensors is on my list though. I do want to see where the differences are with all the available profiles.
I have two X-E3 but thinking about selling one for X-E2.
That sounds like a plan to me! :)
Try to focus manual. You get much faster than E1 Autofocus.
Yeah. Im a Jpeg only guy kuds like film shooters with a little effort in light , framing and subject matter as my biggest concerns and with fingers crossed you get what that little plastic roll of film allowed.
Do you find black and whites look better from the XE1 as opposed to the XE2?
I haven’t compared the two (in any of the film simulation profiles) yet but that’s something i’d love to do a video on in the future.
I was searching for this ancient Sony CVE10. Took me a while to realise you’re talking about the ZV-E10 modern cam haha. Sorry
Oops 😅
sorry that Fuji have no pic transfer on XE1 😅
Just purchased a XE2 for $360. Did I get a good price?
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For me there are only 3 brands: Nikon, Canon and Fuji.
I had Sony and never enjoyed shooting with Sony, maybe the awful ergonomics or the sometimes weird color in raw. I had Canon DSLR and was a better experience, but bulky. Now i have the Z50 and I'm happy with it, but I'll try Fuji for sure. I'm not sold to go full on Nikon, so could be time to change maybe. The good advantage of Nikon and Canon is the use of F and EF DSLR lenses, that are cheap in used market.
I got the xe1 because of its special old sensor
+1! I still have to compare both, the X-E1 and X-E2 film simulation profiles to see how they’re actually different.
FUJI is magic! Welcome to FUJI! It will bring your work to the next level!
Hi! would you recommend the xe1 or xe2 for just casual photography?
The X-E2 is the newer camera so i’d recommend that over the X-E1 for casual photography.
Couldn’t find Portrait Mode on IOS app 😢
the IOS app is not ready yet unfortunately.
@@davidvongries ahh ok noted
I came from a Nikon dslr and slrs to xe3 because I found one in 2020 for 300€ but I couldn’t get on with it. I wanted a smaller mirrorless, better iso and better focus and xe3 was just smaller which I found out did not like that much after all. There’s no other way of putting it, it’s just not for me. It doesn’t spark joy, it’s too cramped and a pain to handle, it slows me down too much more than film fully manual cameras do, I miss all the back buttons, the viewfinder is tiny and hardly usable, I hate the menu and the photos look great at ideal conditions but less than average all the other time. I don’t know maybe I’m judging it too hard or I spent too much time with Nikon (6 years) but I’m looking for replacement because I just don’t want to use it.
fair points! i haven’t got a chance to play with the x-e3 yet but as far as i remember it has fewer dials and buttons compared to older x-e2, is that correct? that’s at least true for the x-e4.
would love to at least give those 2 cameras a try someday
@@davidvongries the difference between xe2 and xe3 with the buttons is that they replaced the dpad with a tiny joystick (which actually I prefer, it’s easier to navigate the focus points as the xe3 has a lot more compared to the xe2) and they also moved all the buttons to the right side to be more accessible with one hand (which is what makes the xe3 feel too cramped. Well that along with the fact that they also made the body smaller) + they added a front wheel to the xe3 that initially I thought it would be helpful but all the Fujis have slr style shutter speed dial at the top and this just makes things more confusing.
I mean don’t get me wrong, looking at the specs the xe3 doesn’t seem to lack on anything the form factor and the price alone are worth a try that’s the reason I went for it but handling it in person is another experience and it’s just not working for me.
As for xe4, there’s a thing called "too much minimalism" and I think it suffers from it. It looks cool I guess if you want basically a point and shoot with interchangeable lenses but I don’t see how it would be functional for anyone who’s not shooting in auto or priority modes.
A used xe3 at a fraction of that price is a way better deal in my opinion.
Do you live in Aschaffenburg?
I used to, yea :)
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i just checked out your portrait mode site and it looks pretty high quality but is it a place where "less experienced" people.....i don't want to say noobs... like me can join and find somewhere to get constructive criticism? unlike insta which forgets about the constrictive part...
Thank you for your kind words! Sure, PortraitMode is a place for everyone. If you're looking for feedback, I'd make that clear in the image description :) let me know your username once you signed up so I can check out your profile:)
Hi where are you from, I'm looking for a collaboration
I myself am a independent film maker
Germany
I use X-E1 only with manual focus lenses. The plastic fantastic kit zoom is not worth buying.
Just get a sony a 5100
I actually have one :)
Taking the pictures important not the camera
Another Fuji spam video. Tell us something other than that you enjoyed the camera... In other words, please make videos with actual value. It is like asking if a digital camera from 10 years ago can still make photos... the answer is obviously...
go watch something else then homeboy 😘