Of course it isn’t as nice as a Leica lens, but it is solidly built, has aperture settings directly on the lens, and a great “push-pull” mechanism which allows you to quickly switch from Autofocus to Manual focusing. The 23mm f/1.4 lens is a beautifully manufactured lens. The 23mm f/1.4 for street photography The X-T1 paired with the 23mm f/1.4 Lens While I prefer having the lens a bit wider at 35mm vs 40mm, the difference wasn’t too big to notice in most situations. The 23mm translates into ~35mm (full-frame equivalent), and the 27mm translates into ~40mm (full-frame equivalent). So I’ve tested different lenses with the Fujifilm X-T1 over the week: with the 23mm f/1.4 lens as well as the 27mm f/2.8 pancake lens. ![]() The only lens I own for my Leica is a 35mm f/2, and I’ve also shot more or less exclusively with a 35mm f/2 when I owned a Canon 5D. For me it is versatile in the sense that it is wide enough for most scenes, and if I need a portrait– I can just take a step closer. My favorite focal length for street photography is 35mm. Testing lenses with the X-T1 (23mm f/1.4 vs 27mm f/2.8) Size difference between the 27mm f/2.8 vs23mm f/1.4 Having an interchangeable lens setup is a big plus as well. The X-T1 also feels “snappier” and more responsive than the x100s as well. ![]() The X-T1 also has faster Autofocus and is more accurate than the x100s (a source of complaint with some x100s owners I know). Why is that? The X-T1 has better controls (a dedicated ISO button helps hugely) and is more comfortable ergonomically (feels better in the hand). I’ve shot with the x100s and the X-T1, and I would say that I prefer the X-T1. So technically Fujifilm is targeting the x100s for street photographers, and the X-T1 as a compact and lightweight DSLR replacement. “Evolution” from using a DSLR to a compact Fuji And the XE-2 is supposed to be a good all-around camera for the general photographer. Whereas the x100s is supposed to be an “affordable Leica.” The X-Pro 1 is supposed to be a more premium version of the x100. One of the big questions you’re probably asking yourself is what is the difference with the new Fujifilm X-T1 (compared to the x100s, X-Pro 1, XE-2, etc).Īs I understand it, Fujifilm X-T1 is supposed to be their “DSLR killer” and their new flagship. I knew a lot of street photographers were interested in the camera, so I decided to test it as thoroughly as I could during the week I was in Dubai. They were kind enough to give me a no-strings-attached Fujifilm X-T1 as well as a 23mm f/1.4 Lens, a 27mm f/2.8 lens for free. I also had the opportunity to meet some incredible photographers including David Alan Harvey from Magnum, prolific photographer Joe McNally, David Hobby from Strobist, Zack Arias (super cool guy), legendary portrait photographer Gregory Heisler, Steve Simon (author of the Passionate Photographer), Sara Lando (a creative portrait photographer and total sweetheart), as well as many other talented photographers you can see here.Īlso when I was there, I met some representatives from Fujifilm Middle East, three cool guys named Keitaro, Yuta, and Kunio. I gave a talk: “ How to Overcome Your Fear of Shooting Street Photography” and taught a series of workshops while I was there. I was very fortunate to be invited to Gulf Photo Plus 2014 this year, a huge photography convention in Dubai. But after shooting street photography with the X-T1 for a week in Dubai, below are my experiences with the camera. But note that because I was given to it for free, I will probably be a bit biased (either consciously or subconsciously). ![]() I am not getting paid to do this review, and will try my best to give an un-biased opinion as possible. Disclaimer: I was given the Fujifilm X-T1 as well as a 23mm f/1.4 Lens, a 27mm f/2.8 lens for free from Fuijfilm.
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