Why I'd Buy a Fujifilm X-T2 over X-T4 | with X-T2 Samples!

[@ericpye7449]

Makes perfect sense - I've an X-T2 and have no plans to upgrade.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Eric Pye Thanks, Eric 👍

[@ignatiushendrik9188]

why?

[@ericpye7449]

@@ignatiushendrik9188- Not convinced that the expense would materially improve my landscapes. Investing the saving in sex and drugs and rock 'n roll!

[@bobframe1949]

I believe that the old adage, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" fits perfectly here. I just can't find anything that I'd change about my X-T2, other than the skills of the goober holding it.

[@ignatiushendrik9188]

@@bobframe1949 we are talking about photography here right? didn't you guys interested in videography also? the tech is way behind 2 generation right. does it matter to you guys?

[@miguelosvaldo]

I bought an XT2 last year and I'm deeply in love with it. thanks for sharing your thoughts about it.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thanks For commenting Miguel 👍 glad you’re still enjoying the xt2.

[@daily_pocket_review]

Found a good deal on a XT2 body for under $500 back in 2020. Grabbed it up and no regrets still using it no plans to upgrade. The magic really comes from the lenses and Fuji’s color science which is in basically all their x trans cameras you just lose out on newer features like the ibis

[@TheLiamGordon]

Great deal! I personally prefer cameras without ibis. It’s one less thing to break. 👍

[@TheLiamGordon]

I'm not trying to dump on anyone who went for an xt-4. You bought a great camera and if I had the spare cash and the need, I'd probably get one :)

[@TheLiamGordon]

Ferdee Vallesteros nice one! It’s such a good little camera 👍

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thanks Ferdee! You’ve got a great setup there! Some good Zeus glass too 👍

[@funkyclubber]

Hey Liam, this really resonated with me. There is something about finally getting the camera you 've wanted so badly for a long time . And because of that low price today that somehow outweighs the "shortcomings" in comparison to later models.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Absolutely. It’s great how much camera you can get for a relatively low price these days :)

[@brunopelvillain9700]

I have just bought my second x-t2 + vg like new for a very good price. I have tried the x-t4 and I prefer the 24Mpx sensor. I think buying x-t4 makes sense for video : IBIS, articulated screen, battery life. But I only take pictures...

[@TheLiamGordon]

Absolutely! In fact if I was making a living from KZbin I’d probably be tempted to get it for the talking head videos. But yes, the xt2 is still a solid stills camera👍

[@sclogse1]

Love my X-T2, but with longer vintage lenses, like the very surprising Celtic Minolta 135mm MD (stop down a little and the sharpness is fabulous, and it cost me less than 40 dollars on ebay) then the X-H1's ibis saves the day. When you put ibis on continuous and look through the excellent viewfinder (the 135mm is now a 200mm on Fuji) and make sure you set your lens adapter setting to 135, and there's no movement in the viewfinder, no shake at all, it's thrilling.

[@Mike-qo8nm]

Philly in the house! Great channel!

[@TheLiamGordon]

@@Mike-qo8nm Let’s go! Thanks for watching mate ✌️

[@Lukewillcreate]

I'm jumping from the Canom ecosystem to Fuji for the first time. I'm primarily a video producer but I'm wanting to get back into photo work I've been eyeballing the X-T4. Thanks for the insight.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Lukewillcreate sounds like the X-T4 is the right choice for you if you’re a pro and getting rid of your canon gear.

[@cris_photography]

beautiful images Liam ;) and cool video Got 2 X-T2s, tested the 3 and the 4 and... not changing any time soon! Take care

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thanks Cris! Yeah the xt2 is so good and so affordable.

[@Clodrock]

Got my pristine XT2 on Offer Up almost two years ago for a mere $600 and feel no need to upgrade. Love the flip up/down screen!

[@TheLiamGordon]

2 years ago!?! They still go for that now! What a steal 😳🙌

[@saiyan_princestudios9790]

I still love my xt2. Bought the xh1 when it was on sale with the grip, bag and 3 batteries for $800 at b&h. Such a deal! Will buy a xt4 eventually probably but will wait until it also goes on sale. Until then I’m good.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Ryan Allison sounds like a great deal, man! I’ll probs be making a “why I bought an xt4 over and xt6 video in the future :)

[@jimmason8502]

XH1 was the BEST deal Fuji ever came out with. Compared to the XT2 at the time, you got the grip and extra batteries and IBIS basically for free. I'm still using my XH1 and XT1 quite a bit.

[@muatao9943]

I totally agree with everything you said. I love the image quality on my XT1. The only reason I bought the XT2 last year is because it was on sale, it had higher mechanical shutter speeds, more AF points, and the joy stick. I love the XT2. Image quality is fantastic. I only shoot stills so it's has everything I need. And as you so aptly said, you can spend that extra $1100 on lenses, lighting, accessories. Or maybe even that cool watch you've had your eye on. Cheers!

[@TheLiamGordon]

Muata O yeah xt2 seemed to have some nice refinements. And I’ll take a tool that does the job and a pile of extra cash any day :) although I do fancy the new x100v too 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@HoLeeChit11]

Why I’d buy the xt2 over the xt4 Me: cos I’m a tight arse.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Me too, mate. Me too

[@michaellr2002]

I have an x-e3 and just picked up a xt2. Love the old school feel and control.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Nice! Hope you get lots of enjoyment out of it!

[@mattiejane9628]

The woman in the Umbrella at the 6:05 mark is contrast with that "extra pulp", lovely sir!

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thanks mate! 🙏🙏

[@Lumuification]

I got a mint X-T2 with a 12 month warranty for £423. Delighted with it.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Lumuification amazing! It kinda blows my mind that it’s so cheap now.

[@Lumuification]

@@TheLiamGordon This lust for the latest models does mean there are some great second hand deals out there. So many people want to upgrade but probably don't need to. MPB have 25 X-T2s available now. At one point they had over 50!

[@Lumuification]

@Ross Thurston Camera Jungle

[@agylub]

Love mine but bought a new XH1 as well at an incredible price. But wandering into the city with the XT2 and 27mm f2.8 pancake lens is great fun. IMHO one of the great cameras of the decade. And I have been shooting Nikon for just short of 50 years

[@TheLiamGordon]

agylub wow! Long time Nikon user 🙌 I quite like the look of that 27mm lens 👍

[@Clodrock]

Update: Sold my XT2 for $600 and got the following deals: Cherry XH1 $600, 18-55 $200, XT30 (zero shutter, no box) $480, 27mm 2.8 (version 1) $200, 16-55 2.8 $600, the Fringer Pro II (EF to X) adapter for $175 and the Canon EF 50mm 1.8 STM $75.

[@garymanning4578]

Very sensible comments Liam. I can afford to buy the X-T4 but won’t as I dislike flippy screens intensely even for video. The Ibis attracts me but I don’t need it for stills now as I am using the 16-80 with fantastic O.I.S. I did have recently at one point an X-T1, an X-T 2 and X-T3. Took some comparative shots with all three with same settings/lens combo. Pixel peeped in Lightroom and the results... X-T1 brilliant but slower than the other two and wasn’t able to crop to the same degree, X-T2 slightly sharper images than the other two, X-T3 slightly better dynamic range than the other two. Final conclusion just looking at the final images. The X-T1 gave the most pleasing images and the other two were much the same. Moral of this story. They are all brilliant. Buy any one of them and like me you will not regret dumping your full frame brick.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Gary Manning Good info there, Gary. I don’t have the brains or patience to test these kinds of things so I’m glad there’s folks out there that can answer these questions. It’s funny how the older cameras often produce the more pleasing image. I’ve heard the same thing about the original canon 5d.

[@garymanning4578]

The Liam Gordon Often the earlier lower pixel sensors produce the most pleasing tones and colour like the Nikon D700. The earlier pro Canons and the original 12 and 14mp Fuji’s. Fortunately with the newer Fuji’s you have a greater range of film simulations. The only reason I hang on to my X-T3 is the hope they will upgrade it this year to the new Classic Neg in the X-Pro 3. If they don’t I will probably let it go and return to my X-T2. Got to be patient.

[@TheLiamGordon]

I kinda fancy an x-pro3. Can’t afford it yet though/don’t actually need it :p I’m interested to try classic neg, but will take classic chrom and pro neg in the meantime :)

[@TheLiamGordon]

Jaz Drive I’ve never had my hands on the xt1 but I’ve heard good things. I guess the success of the xt range was built on the success of the xt1

[@gustavoamaral9051]

My thoughts exactly... Purchased a used X-T2 body with the extended grip for €600 just now. I am certainly glad to have saved a good amount of money!

[@TheLiamGordon]

Nice one Gustavo! Enjoy your X-T2!

[@LyndonPatrickSmith]

One photog that I really respect has both cameras and states the low light performance is clearly better on the X-T2. That makes sense: more phase detect points on the sensor, plus a slightly smaller pixel pitch = decreased low light performance on the X-T3 & X-T4 vs. X-T2.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Lyndon Smith Interesting 🤔 i think I’d heard something like that before but wasn’t sure if it was a real thing. I assumed that as the tech advanced they figured out how to make it work better with smaller pixels. I guess not ha

[@DalsPhotography-Daniela]

@@TheLiamGordon I do agree with mr Lyndon Smith , my xt2 shoot amazing photos, at 6400 iso, with no real noise that can't be tackle through Xposure x5 or other programs, I guess that the whole secret is where you develop your photos :) I am a heavy user of the xt2, specially with the 80mm macro lens, which is magnificent. Good review ...

[@funkyclubber]

I might be wrong but a few years ago I think heard the same argument for the X-T1 being slightly better in low light than the X-T2 for the same reasons

[@mickgissane9181]

XT2 is my perfect camera and I have the XT1 as a backup, really love how compact it is and managed to pick it up new for 500 quid six months ago, amazing camera.

[@TheLiamGordon]

There were some absolute bargains when they were trying to get rid of the leftover stock 👌

[@muatao9943]

Me too!

[@gringo19860]

Thanks Liam, happier now to keep my XT-2 & no rush to spend big $$$ to "unnecessarily" upgrade. Nice street photography by the way! ... I can see a bit of Ernst Haas or Saul Leiter there👍

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thanks, Steve! I expect the XT2 will hold up as a solid camera for years to come. Glad you like my photos, I was 100% obsessed with Leiter & Haas back then.

[@agustinm6109]

I just got one for 660 with battery grip, 18-55 lens and 32gb card, omg love this camera

[@TheLiamGordon]

Nice! It's still a great camera and people are starting to miss the beauty of that older sensor.

[@Takeonm]

Great video and images, still rocking my XT-1 👍🏼👍🏼

[@TheLiamGordon]

Good on ya 🙌

[@rocketmanab]

It's funny how a camera can be awesome...til the next version comes out. Then the old one is suddenly shite.

[@TheLiamGordon]

You’ve hit the nail on the head, mate!

[@rocketmanab]

@@ThatWasPrettyFunny Ok then

[@yongkysiaw6597]

Because camera's last longer in terms of performance and quality unlike a smartphone.

[@stevengoossen6019]

I’ve had a 4/3s camera for several years, LUMIX GX8. I’m looking forward a new and improved Fuji camera. My first one! I’have been excited to create images for sometime. Buying all my lenses used.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Steven Goossen used is a great way to go! All my Fuji lenses are used. They were all very well kept by their previous owners :)

[@jonhoward7627]

Nice advice. I picked up an xt3 thinking that I needed it but in reality the xt2 would have been totally fine. Coming from an xpro1 it’s quite an upgrade but wish I’d gone for an xpro 2 back then. Not changing it though xt3 is very nice.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Jon Howard I always wanted the xpro2 over the xt2 but it was more expensive and I couldn’t justify spending the extra money for the sake of liking the style. Now that it’s cheaper though... 🤔

[@themagicallandscape]

XT3 with an OIS lens, battery pack attached, and a selfie screen can battle the XT4 all day!

[@StarOasis26]

I have the xt2 and 3. I just wish there were more ois lenses that are affordable other than the kit lens. Other than that I love these cameras.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Here and Now 27 That’s a fair point. It’s not something I tend to look for so I hadn’t really took that into account.

[@wongkeebs4327]

The XF 55-200 OIS is fairly affordable used at like 400-500 used. But I agree. I wish for an XC 23mm f/2 tho

[@TheLiamGordon]

James Wong I think it will come eventually.

[@VeryNormanPeople]

That's exactly what i'm about ti do. Try the Fuji system at the lowest price possible. Just waiting for the best deal. Thanks for the vid ^^

[@TheLiamGordon]

Norman Cittadini I hope you find a good deal soon, Norman ✌️

[@samiseittu1919]

Q1

[@Poverello2001]

I’m still shooting an XE-2S, but my next Fuji camera will be an XE-2. Bottom line is the XT-2 was a great camera in its day, and it’s still a great camera today, only cheaper!

[@TheLiamGordon]

Agreed!!

[@benswanepoel]

Thanks, very level headed video, makes a change from the hype. I love tech, so I am always struggling with myself, coming up with weak excuses as to why I need to upgrade to a newer model. Looking back over my portfolio the past 20 years, I can't find a single image which I have chosen because of the camera I had at the time. Its always been the impact of the scene or the composition, texture, mood, any other 100 elements that makes up a good image. I have an Xt2 and a Canon 5D mk111, and as you can imagine, my mind is already full of options in 2020. Maybe, if I can be strong, like Liam, I can spend my money on another trip to Nepal, or India, or Russia. Go out and shoot...........

[@TheLiamGordon]

Ben Swanepoel Thank you, Ben! I have a similar tech struggle just now with the x100v. I can’t really afford one, it won’t make my pictures better, I know I don’t NEED one... but I want one :)

[@GeoffGrant2010]

I have an Xt2 and XT3, which is now my main body for landscapes, portraits, etc., but I put a wrist strap, a thumb grip, and the 27mm pancake lens, which I already had on the XT2, and I have a wonderful, walk-around street camera! Comments? Questions? Thanks Liam.

[@TheLiamGordon]

That sounds like a great street setup Geoff!

[@maybitar]

Hii.. i just started studying food photography, i have no cam.. wat do u think a better option of a beginner xt2 or xt4.. i want one that takes less post production time

[@TheLiamGordon]

I’d say the x-t2 is a better choice... maybe even the x-t20 (whichever you can find cheapest). It will leave you more money to buy food and props to use in your pictures... There won’t really be any difference in post processing between them. I think that will come down to how you learn to use the light.

[@gueeyom]

Nice review, full of sense and pragmatism ! XT-2 is now actually really cheap with two new models released.... X-Pro2 is also is good alternative for range finder shooters, with the new X-pro3 released, prices become interesting as well. Cheers !

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thanks! Had I not already had the x-t2 I’d be very tempted to get an x-pro2. I think it’s a much prettier camera :)

[@capturedbyannamarie]

I have the xpro 2 for the last several years now, and definitely love it. I’ll be keeping it till the pro 3 goes down in price

[@ThereGoesSpider]

Money not being an issue... I just bought the Fuji X-T1. Not impressed with the image rendering of the X-T3/4’s. The X-T1 will compliment my X-T20 and Ricoh GRiii. The 16mp X-Trans2 sensor is truly magical.

[@TheLiamGordon]

I think you’ll do great with the x-t1. I’m starting to think these early generation digital cameras with lower MP’s and “something special” with their image rendering are going to be the next big craze.

[@yoitsjust]

What about an xt30? Would you get it over the xt2? The prices are very similar.

[@TheLiamGordon]

yoitsjust I almost got the xt20 originally but the main thing that made me go for the xt2 was weather sealing and dual card slots. Same story with the xt30. If you don’t care about those things though, the xt30 is a fantastic option.

[@MrJapanApan]

Only a few weeks ago i upgraded my x-t1 to an x-t2. Sure, the x-t4 looked tasty, but i dont do video. And with the cash i got from the old one i only had to pay 500 bucks leaving me with 1300 bucks for other stuff. Like a 6 week vacation to Japan.

[@TheLiamGordon]

MrJapanApan Nicely done, sir 👍 now you’ve got a great camera to shoot with in Japan!

[@amitk1187]

Hi , im looking at the xt2 and xt3 and xt30 ,i shoot only photography, the fuji xt2 is 950$ with 18-55, 3 batteries, baterrygrip. The fuji xt3 is 950$ body only. And the xt30 is 950$ new with 18-55. Is their a big differnence beetween the image quality, colors, and are their more film simulation because i shoot only jpegs. Im also scared that the xt30 is to small, but i dont have big hands Thank you!

[@TheLiamGordon]

I don’t see a big difference in image quality or colors at all. There are more film simulations with the xt3 and xt30. If you are not shooting professionally the xt30 might be a great option. It has the same quality as the xt3 just without a few pro features like dual card slots and weather resistance. I doubt you’ll find the xt30 too small. You can always get a grip for it if it is. Ultimately, all of those cameras perform very well. Get what you can afford.

[@amitk1187]

@@TheLiamGordon how is the xt200 againest the xt30 for photography. What is better Thank you for all the help

[@TheLiamGordon]

@@amitk1187 I really don’t know much about the xt200. It seems like it’s the more simplified camera. So if you don’t plan on shooting manual it might be a good choice. Although I think the xt30 has better battery life.

[@amitk1187]

@@TheLiamGordon so your saying i should buy the xt30 over the xt2 for photgraphy?🙃

[@raphaelelisha3160]

Hi Liam, apologies for commenting on a video that's several years old, but just seeing this video for the first time and LOVING these sample photos. I'm about to buy an X-T2 and wondering what focal lengths you predominantly used to capture the images shown here? Thanks! :)

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thanks Raphael! The lens I used the most was either the 35mm f2 or 56mm f1.2. If I was to recommend either I’d say the 35mm f2 was more versatile and useable.

[@raphaelelisha3160]

@@TheLiamGordon thanks so much for getting back to me. I would have put money on the fact that they were taken on a wider angle, so it's very interesting to hear that many of these are achieved with a 53mm equivalent. Perhaps the crop sensor removes some of the shallow dof you might see on a FF. Anyway, great, I think I'll grab the 35mm! Cheers, Raph

[@TheLiamGordon]

@@raphaelelisha3160 the lack of shallow DoF in some shots may be because I would often shoot at f8 or f11. The crop factor has some effect on it too though.

[@riyadhlodewyk502]

Some wonderful photos there...Well done!

[@TheLiamGordon]

riyadh lodewyk Thank you very much 🙏

[@teukufarial5163]

Excuseme.. which better XT30 over XH1 to wedding/portrait photography. I was very confused to choose it, whether the megapixel difference is very influential on the results of the photo? Please for ur advice 🙏🙏

[@TheLiamGordon]

Megapixel has almost no difference to me. For weddings I would recommend the xh1 over the xt30 because the xh1 has 2 SD card slots. So you will be able to record to 2 cards so there will always be a backup of your shots. The xh1 is also weather resistant so if you get weather resistant lenses too you won’t need to worry if it’s a rainy wedding day.

[@teukufarial5163]

@@TheLiamGordon ok., I agree with your opinion. But what about autofocus between XT30 & XH1? Or it depends on the lens we use?

[@TheLiamGordon]

Teuku Farial they’re probably both very good under most conditions at a wedding. I’ve never used them both to compare. But yes, different lenses will also have an effect.

[@teukufarial5163]

@@TheLiamGordon thanks so much for ur answer about the compare, good luck broo 🙏🙏

[@cristianfuentes69]

Hi, do you think it would be a good idea to go from an a7ii to a fuji xt2 or xt30? I only do quiet photography, detail, portrait and some night scenery ... thanks

[@TheLiamGordon]

Only if you desperately want a slightly smaller kit or just dislike using Sony for whatever reason. The a7ii is a solid pro level full frame camera and I think it does better in lowlight.

[@cristianfuentes69]

@@TheLiamGordon Thanks friend, is what I thought and I kept it ...

[@19501960]

A sensible opinion. One I have tried, but ended up going for the X T4 and selling the x T2 , feeling that I was going backwards with the older technology. In reality though, not a mind blowing difference, photographically, between the two cameras, but I have the smugness of knowing I have the latest model...sad really. LOL

[@TheLiamGordon]

It's not sad and there's no shame in an upgrade. You get those fun new picture profiles. The video is going to be way better and future firmware updates will separate it further from the XT-2. You could look at me as smug for saying I don't want a fancier camera :P

[@smalltalk.productions9977]

thanks for the effort and the sharing. i thought your posted images were wonderful. three questions: with the XT-2 do you use AFC or AFS?? highest ISO you would use on the XT-2 without relying on noise software, ISO 6400? with video, was this YT vid 1080p or 4k? thumbs up!

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thanks for watching!! I always used af-c. 6400 was a little grainy but certainly useable. I would sometimes push it further and just embrace the noise, however it looked.

[@Itsnotsafeandeffective]

Funny enough I've just got an xt2. I also own xt4. Xt2 is great quite happy with it.

[@hsienfromspace]

Xt2 image same as xt3 so better to get xt2?

[@TheLiamGordon]

Shin Lim it’s a different sensor so the image is a little different. I’d still buy the xt2 because it’s almost the same and much cheaper. All my images are from the xt2 and I’m very happy with the quality

[@aikenhsiang]

I bought X-T2 just 3 months ago. It’s good enough to me in comparison of my Nikon D610. It’s better saving money for buying lenses.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Nice! I think it’s smart to save some cash for lenses 👍

[@cameraman655]

I have the X-T2 and it is a great rig, I passed on the X-T3, but if the world survives and gets back to normal along with my finances and regaining those lost shooting gigs, I just may pop for the X-T4 as I do a lot of action work. However, as I am a rangefinder lover and I am quite content with my X-Pro3 along with my X-T2.

[@TheLiamGordon]

cameraman655 I’d have the xpro3 in a heartbeat! I think you’re right to be looking at the xt4 since you shoot action 👍

[@vikdaddy]

Great images mate.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thanks Vik 🙏🙏

[@JCANPetros]

Sir you’re images are amazing! Would have love to know what lenses you took what photos with.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Thank you very much! The majority of the images are probably shot with the 35mm f2 followed by the 56mm 1.2. Then a few with the 55-200 and 18-55. Sorry I didn’t label them :(

[@thewalkingdad4537]

Just picked up a mint one £500 with 6 month warranty, I have the xt30 but I live in England so wanted a weather sealed camera aswell, couldn't justify the extra £1200 for using in the rain.

[@TheLiamGordon]

liam fletcher nice one! And 1200 still in your pocket 👍

[@rappalawolf2664]

great video, keep up the good work

[@TheLiamGordon]

Rapala Wolf Thank you very much!

[@amitk1187]

Nikon z50 or fuji xt2 for photography?

[@TheLiamGordon]

Amit k118 I’ve never used a z50 but I’m sure it’s very good. I doubt you’ll be disappointed with either. Xt2 seems cheaper so that is a plus 👍

[@adnan_velic]

Or you can get an xt3 which is a significant upgrade used for about $1000...

[@TheLiamGordon]

Project Brickell absolutely. If the xt2 doesn’t meet your needs, the xt3 is a lot of camera for the price.

[@Optidorf]

Or you could go for the compromis and buy an X-T3. When the X-T4 will be readily available it's realistic to expect that the price of the X-T3 will go down significantly on the used market. An X-T2 is an excellent camera (I have one myself) but if you buy one the shutter count will be quite high.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Optidorf xt3 is a viable option too, especially as the price starts dropping. I think for the next couple years it will be possible to find an xt2 with a relatively low shutter count though

[@jorvand3190]

I think the waiting will be for the moment where phone-camera's will definitively replace dedicated camera's. But untill that time comes, I don't see how any other camera besides the x-t2 will ever be really necessary. The x-t2 is just the absolute sweetspot for a do-it-all, robust, fun and inspiring camera. Nothing like it. And you can get it now second hand for a bargain! I think you are absolutely right in your review.

[@TheLiamGordon]

It’s what I’ve started to recommend to beginners. I hate that so many people recommend a canon t3 or t5 as a first “real camera”. An xt2 can carry beginners all the way to professional work. It’s only become less favorable to me recently for street photography because I crave a quiet shutter & mechanical manual focus. But that’s a very niche want. :)

[@jorvand3190]

@@TheLiamGordon I love and hate streetphotography. The best pictures are produced in a way that I despise: silently and secretly taking candid shots. I just think it is so unintuïtively rude. It really goes against my character. But man, if you dare to do it, you get the best shots!

[@TheLiamGordon]

@@jorvand3190 I think it’s a common misconception that it has to be silently and secretively done. To get close to people it’s almost impossible not to be seen, so the best way not to get a negative reaction is to not hide it, smile, and if questioned give them a compliment. I just find the quiet shutter more agreeable in those close circumstances. Most of the great street photographers are not secretive about it at all :)

[@jorvand3190]

@@TheLiamGordon It takes charisma and confidence. But still the interaction kind of influences the result. I'm not much of a streetphotographer at all. But we have this one guy in Rotterdam who is stealthy as hell. And he produces some rad stuff. Anyway, there are probably more ways that lead to Rome. By the way: why don't you use the electronic shutter in the X-t2? I've never been able to see the difference see between mechanical and electronical shots?

[@TheLiamGordon]

@@jorvand3190 street photography isn’t for everyone, and that’s okay. We’d be very boring if we all did the same stuff :) I have used the electronic shutter and much of the time it is great. In cases where I’m moving or a subject is moving fast enough, there can be a rolling shutter type effect. Not a problem if I’m still or subjects are farther away.

[@boxeriain]

I have an x-t2 and x-t30. My x-t2 pics look sexier. But my dad has an x-t1 and ... I hate to admit this, but the x-t1 jpgs look better than his x-t3 jpgs. The x-t1 was waaay ahead of its time... It looks better than my cams! The whole megapixels arguements are just... Meaningless. For some reason the sensor of that x-t1 picks up more detail than the x-t3 and x-t30 ... Those results are noisey, degraded and not as clean as the results we are getting with the old camera. Absolutely nuts

[@TheLiamGordon]

I think it’s the larger pixels that make them look better... or something like that. The next big thing when film becomes “overdone” will probably be early generation digital sensors.

[@MLA50]

Totally agree with you! Would rather spend the money on lenses...

[@TheLiamGordon]

Absolutely!

[@mortenthorpe]

Get a used X-H1, if that’s even possible! It’s an amazing camera, with great ergonomics, and IBIS as well, for people drooling over the T4 or S10

[@TheLiamGordon]

It is very underrated.

[@nomancave591]

I just bought an xt2 with battery grip ,3 Fuji batteries, the 18-55 kit lens and some more for $850. Very happy with it so far coming from an a6300

[@TheLiamGordon]

Zachary Soares nice one! Glad you’re happy with it, Zachary.

[@jaythan4534]

that xt2 that has flog for more editing is all I need haha. 2nd makes it even better

[@TheLiamGordon]

JAY THAN f-log made a lot of videographers happy, I think :)

[@SajaWDH]

Just bought a mint X-T2 + 18-55mm + 55-200mm for €525,- Only the 55-200mm is little damaged on the exterior. Steal or what?

[@TheLiamGordon]

Absolutely a steal! Gear find 👍

[@ScribblebytesWorldwide]

What do you think now?

[@TheLiamGordon]

Would still have an xt2 over the xt4 but if I was using it for professional work I’d be seriously considering the xt-5

[@ScribblebytesWorldwide]

@@TheLiamGordon 👌

[@puneetsingh.R.]

Is it good enough for bird photography

[@TheLiamGordon]

puneet singh the longest lens I’ve used was 200mm and most bird photographers I’ve seen had huge lenses, so I’m maybe not the best judge. But I would bet on it being good enough.

[@puneetsingh.R.]

@@TheLiamGordon fuji has least line of tele lens. Is there any third party support to these cameras

[@TheLiamGordon]

puneet singh not that I am aware of. Maybe canon or Nikon would have more long lenses to choose from.

[@xcrack6364]

I’m getting an xt4 for sure. But you are right, if you don’t have the need for what it can do and the xt2 is enough, then by all means, save the money.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Joseph Costa and I have no doubt the xt-4 will serve you well, Joseph ✌️

[@satyayaya14]

x100f or xt2 for street photography?

[@TheLiamGordon]

If 23mm is the focal length you like, x100f, because it’s a bit smaller and the shutter is very quiet. If you prefer 35 or 56, xt2. 👍

[@satyayaya14]

@@TheLiamGordon are they have the same color profile? and is it work only on jpeg or even on raw?

[@TheLiamGordon]

I think they have all the same color profiles. It will show on jpegs and on the screen in your camera but not on raw files. However you can process raw files in camera and apply the color profiles that way.

[@satyayaya14]

@@TheLiamGordon how good the dynamic range when we bump up the shadow or lower the highlight when in backlight?

[@TheLiamGordon]

They have the same sensor so they should have similar dynamic range.

[@downtherabbithole5206]

Im holding out for the xt4 to come out and people start selling off there xt3s so I can pick me up a cheaper used one.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Joseph Walker yeah they’ll come down a good amount.

[@aghist2154]

Nice video. What are you shooting on? Do you use a PP?

[@TheLiamGordon]

Aghis T I’m shooting on the XT2. No post processing on the video, I just set the picture profile and white balance in camera

[@aghist2154]

@@TheLiamGordon what PP & lens?

[@TheLiamGordon]

Aghis T what is PP? I thought you meant post processing. Lens is 18-55mm

[@aghist2154]

@@TheLiamGordon Picture Profile is PP. I can't remember how Fuji call the deferent film simulations like provia etc

[@TheLiamGordon]

Aghis T oh I see! I think it was Pro Neg Standard, with color at +2

[@DalsPhotography-Daniela]

I loved your idea, why don't we rescue excellent cameras that are not so old, and yet get great photos! I use both , the xt2 and a canon 5dsr, I am happy with both of them :) So, with a hard year, and the covid-19 on our countries and a slower manufacturing world, it is a great idea to take our older cameras and see that we don't need so much more! :) Beautiful review and idea! Thank you.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Daniela Argandoña Thank you Daniela! I have an old canon 5diii which is still quite capable for wedding photography :) I’d much rather save my money than upgrade all the time.

[@law32O8]

It you are a professional I don’t know why the price difference would matter... you charge your clients accordingly anyway.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Lawrence Huynh I wouldn’t generally price professional work based on the cost of the gear used, and if I didn’t need/use the advanced features of the xt4, there’s little point in spending the extra money

[@MM-gx8fd]

Maybe if you switch from auto to manual exposure you would stop having a distracting change in exposure every time you cut throughout the video. Just a suggestion don't take it personal :)

[@TheLiamGordon]

I get it. I used auto ISO because the light was changing outside. Last time I used manual in these conditions the end of the video was blown out because the light changed. So this time I let the camera even it out.

[@markheywood5626]

I have an XT2 and XT3 I still use my XT2 more than the XT3 and have no interest in the XT4.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Mark Heywood glad I’m not alone in this, Mark 👍

[@funkyclubber]

Mark, that is interesting. Why do you use the XT2 more than the XT3? I am predominantly a stills shooter so I don"t really care for the video advantages of the XT3. In fact the only worry I have after having gotten used to the touch-to-focus feature of my PenF is that is that I'd miss this specific feature. I find it so convenient to look through the EVF and touch to focus at the same time. I assume that's not the same for you?

[@markheywood5626]

Fahmi_H2.0 Hello I just find the XT3 annoys me every time I take it out. I can’t be doing with the touch screen I just can’t stand the thing. I have turned it off fully now and can’t ever see me using it. The XT3 over the XT2 I don’t see any difference in image quality or anything else to be honest. I do take the XT3 out with the 100-400 and grip though but not very often and not tried them side by side for AF speed and tracking. Also I like doing infrared stuff and the XT2 sensor produces a better infrared than the XT4.

[@markheywood5626]

The Liam Gordon I’m with you all the way pal.

[@markheywood5626]

Also I can’t be doing with the XT3 screen keep dimming and only stops if you put it in boost mode which then drains the battery faster.

[@thecrowfliescrooked]

And I’d just as well have an XT-20 over the XT-2. Same processor and if you know how to do photography you’ll be fine.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Quite right. I was quite keen on the xt-20 myself, but I was swayed by weather resistance and 2 card slots.

[@mediamasmedia]

Or a X-H1, or even a X-T30.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Foto Stock En Vivo both excellent options!

[@joesegala1856]

XT4 Is better in every way other than price and flipy screen preference , The other X series are still good and less expensive but lets not discredit the fact the the XT4 addresses almost every issue previous XT2 reviewers wanted addressed with the XT2. the XT4 is so good it will be interesting to see how they can improve on it other than just adding megapixels or Improving eye tracking ( can be done with firmware )

[@TheLiamGordon]

Yes the xt4 is excellent. My point is that for the majority of people, the xt2 is more than good enough.

[@focvl.point19]

You can find excellent XT2s for under 500 if you're patient

[@TheLiamGordon]

I’m never patient enough to find the best deals ☹️

[@focvl.point19]

I'm just a shopaholic so I keep track of a lot of prices of things I probably won't buy lol I bought my xt2 back in the day for a solid 1200 😆 Crazy how much these prices drop

[@TheLiamGordon]

Allen Pacheco yeah it’s really came down a lot.

[@guillaumesandmayer7053]

XT-2 guy reporting in, make no mistake, Fujiile or not - this model is increasingly coveted and sought after. Absolute ripper of a camera and admired as such - no touch screen - Hallelujah there is a god after all..

[@TheLiamGordon]

Absolutely! Years later I still recommend the xt2 to people.

[@vproven]

Very nicely done. Concise and to the point. 👌👌👌

[@TheLiamGordon]

Vincent Provenzano Thank you very much 🙏

[@Swingkid14]

The XT2 is better for astrophotography & made in Japan. I got the XS10 for the IBIS and new sensor/jpg settings. The XT2 still my professional camera for work. @sufstreet

[@landscapephotograffer]

Not interested in getting basically same IQ camera as spending 3 times more money.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Landscape Photograffer Absolutely!

[@johnlarrycinco]

I can’t find Xt2 that is on sale used But i could try buying xt20

[@TheLiamGordon]

Contempo Larry are you in the US? There are lots of used ones on BHPhoto, Adorama, KEH & eBay... The xt20 is a great choice if you don’t need weather sealing or 2 card slots.

[@lethansolobe]

I am XT-2 user but I am not persuaded to not buy the XT-4 because of IBIS. XT-2 is missing focus quite often, especially at lower light condition. I like your photos by the way.

[@TheLiamGordon]

lethansolobe I think ibis is always a nice thing to have and it hasn’t added much size to the xt4 which is nice. I haven’t had too much of an issue with low light focusing but I imagine they will only improve it with the xt4... glad you like my photos 🙏

[@zeissiez]

Any XT1,2,3 is better than XT4 with that clumsy flip out screen.

[@TheLiamGordon]

Zeis Siez I’m not really into it either, vloggers will love it.

[@ahtong5416]

The XT4 is not worth the upgrade especially at that price!

[@TheLiamGordon]

Ah Tong yeah definitely isn’t for me just now either

[@riteshthahryani]

Becoz u have less money🧐

[@TheLiamGordon]

ritesh thahryani that’s as good a reason as any 😉

[@riteshthahryani]

@@TheLiamGordon well i hav xt30 , no xt3 no xt4, why should i pay more, my xt30 is more than enough for me and its alot cheaper..

[@TheLiamGordon]

ritesh thahryani exactly! As long as you have a camera that does everything you need it to, that’s all that matters 👍

[@GOekks]

2024 and still 600 dollers

[@TheLiamGordon]

Wow! I dunno if its inflation or fewer left on the market but it seems to have stopped depreciating.

[@mistermadsen]

Why I'd Buy a Fiat over a Ferrari 😆

[@TheLiamGordon]

I would. Maybe a Subaru or something though :P

[@mistermadsen]

@@TheLiamGordon My photogear is worth 3 times my car 😆😄

[@TheLiamGordon]

Terje Madsen I drive an old saab right now and have a suitcase of canon gear for weddings so I’m in a similar boat 🚣🏻‍♀️

[@jimiwexler1260]

ok knock off jack septiceye

[@TheLiamGordon]

Jimi Wexler top o the mornin tae ya laddie!