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Hi all, I’ve been thinking about getting my first camera and after some research I’m leaning towards getting the Fujifilm xt2 with the xf 18-55 lens. Does this seem like a decent first camera?
Beginner Good beginner setup?
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Yes, but is this new or used?
Different camera formats have different sized sensors the most common changeable lens camera formats seem to be in order of sensor size from smallest to largest, Micro Four Thirds, APS-C and Full Frame, full frame being the equivalent of 35mm film. The Fuji is APS-C. I'd suggest that as an alternative to the APS-C Fuji you also take a look at the Sony A7III which has a full frame (35mm equivalent) sensor.
I suggest this because sometimes people getting into photography start reading up on the kit and end up going through a cycle of buying and selling which of course takes up time and money and if you do go for an APS-C camera at some point you may think "Should I have got a full frame camera?"
Fuji do have a loyal following and you may be perfectly happy with an X-T2 but I do recommend having a look at what else you can get for the same sort of money.
Good luck choosing.
Different camera formats have different sized sensors the most common changeable lens camera formats seem to be in order of sensor size from smallest to largest, Micro Four Thirds, APS-C and Full Frame, full frame being the equivalent of 35mm film. The Fuji is APS-C. I'd suggest that as an alternative to the APS-C Fuji you also take a look at the Sony A7III which has a full frame (35mm equivalent) sensor.
I suggest this because sometimes people getting into photography start reading up on the kit and end up going through a cycle of buying and selling which of course takes up time and money and if you do go for an APS-C camera at some point you may think "Should I have got a full frame camera?"
Fuji do have a loyal following and you may be perfectly happy with an X-T2 but I do recommend having a look at what else you can get for the same sort of money.
Good luck choosing.
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Pretty much all recent mirrorless and digital SLR cameras will be great now. If the Fuji appeals then it's not a bad place to start.
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You can’t get a bad camera.
There’s nothing wrong with your choice
Just be aware that it’s your first camera
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Best advice I can give is go to a proper camera shop and get a demo in your hand to see if it suit your needs. Think of the amount you want to spend as well. cameras have different layouts and menu structure worth checking out at the same time. Also take a look at the range of lenses for that camera some have somewhat limited range.
Consider weight as well, holding all day for a day of photography can be tiring
Having had a good few cameras over many years eventually ended up with a micro four thirds Panasonic G9 and added the G9ii. the huge advantage is all MFT lenses from any make will fit any choice of Micro Four Thirds cameras.
Remember one one persons choice of make may well not suit someone else, Yes you can get advice sure, but in the end it is what your happy with, Don't fall into the trap of getting the cheapest then wishing you got one of the same make which has a bigger menu to fit what you actually want. All cameras can be used in auto mode to start with, but soon find out about the other settings you would wish you had bought in the next up in the range
Consider weight as well, holding all day for a day of photography can be tiring
Having had a good few cameras over many years eventually ended up with a micro four thirds Panasonic G9 and added the G9ii. the huge advantage is all MFT lenses from any make will fit any choice of Micro Four Thirds cameras.
Remember one one persons choice of make may well not suit someone else, Yes you can get advice sure, but in the end it is what your happy with, Don't fall into the trap of getting the cheapest then wishing you got one of the same make which has a bigger menu to fit what you actually want. All cameras can be used in auto mode to start with, but soon find out about the other settings you would wish you had bought in the next up in the range
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I echo the point on menu structure. My micro four thirds Olympus does nearly all I need it to. But I do find the menu system clunky (I think it may be improved on recent models) and so I fiddle a bit in between shots
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To answer your question, yes it is a decent camera. I assumed you have picked one up and played with it, and liked it?
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A bit late maybe, but I was in the same situation as you a few months ago.
My main interest is wildlife and especially macro photography.
I’ve not really used a proper camera since using my dad’s Minolta 35mm camera back in 1989 on a safari. And a full manual EXA something or other a couple of years before that, So I’ve basically no experience besides that.
I went with a Sony A7III with kit lens and then added a 100mm macro from Cotswold Cameras.
You’ll find there are loads of config options on modern digital camera menus! I would suggest checking many reviews and camera setup videos for the specific model you think will suit you.
It really helped me.
Also, use these very forums to get advice.
I’m particularly interested in wildlife macro photography so popped some of my first attempts in the relevant forum here and got some really useful feedback that I took onboard. Then checked setup vids on how to change my new camera config to suit MY needs and got some decent results following that.
Hope that’s a little helpful. There’s nothing worse than getting home after a photo session and finding everything is slightly out of focus or under exposed!
BUT, there’s nothing better than getting home, checking those shots on a proper screen and just snagging that perfect shot you’d hoped for!
My main interest is wildlife and especially macro photography.
I’ve not really used a proper camera since using my dad’s Minolta 35mm camera back in 1989 on a safari. And a full manual EXA something or other a couple of years before that, So I’ve basically no experience besides that.
I went with a Sony A7III with kit lens and then added a 100mm macro from Cotswold Cameras.
You’ll find there are loads of config options on modern digital camera menus! I would suggest checking many reviews and camera setup videos for the specific model you think will suit you.
It really helped me.
Also, use these very forums to get advice.
I’m particularly interested in wildlife macro photography so popped some of my first attempts in the relevant forum here and got some really useful feedback that I took onboard. Then checked setup vids on how to change my new camera config to suit MY needs and got some decent results following that.
Hope that’s a little helpful. There’s nothing worse than getting home after a photo session and finding everything is slightly out of focus or under exposed!
BUT, there’s nothing better than getting home, checking those shots on a proper screen and just snagging that perfect shot you’d hoped for!