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| Posted: Sun Aug 21st, 2016 04:48 |
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jk
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Robert wrote: Eric wrote: I agree but the problem is when you have many 'just in case' items. Then there is the IR and/or normal light issues! 
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| Posted: Sun Aug 21st, 2016 12:52 |
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highlander
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Have decided part of the culprit is my macbook, although its only an Air and therefore lighter, its still not that light. Shame I have to carry it for work, but then I don't have to carry a camera, I just like doing so
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| Posted: Sun Aug 21st, 2016 13:47 |
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Robert
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highlander wrote:Have decided part of the culprit is my macbook, although its only an Air and therefore lighter, its still not that light. Shame I have to carry it for work, but then I don't have to carry a camera, I just like doing so Ahh! Apple to blame again!  Have you considered an iPad or iPad Pro? Pretty much same functionality/power but more compact and lighter.
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| Posted: Sun Aug 21st, 2016 17:18 |
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Eric
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jk wrote:Robert wrote:Eric wrote: In truth it was the addition of IR camera and dedicated lenses, that prompted my search for lighter equipment. Of course, it's an easy decision to leave IR equipment in the car or back at home, if the weather is overcast.
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| Posted: Sun Aug 21st, 2016 17:35 |
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Eric
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Robert wrote:highlander wrote: ...and it has an integral camera! 
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| Posted: Sun Aug 21st, 2016 17:58 |
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jk
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highlander wrote:Have decided part of the culprit is my macbook, although its only an Air and therefore lighter, its still not that light. Shame I have to carry it for work, but then I don't have to carry a camera, I just like doing so You had an X100. That is very capable. If you still have it use it or send to me! Money sent by PayPal. My X100 has died after 4-5 years use. Not heavy use but it has a screw loose inside (literally!) and is not right. It is probably repairable but is it economic to do so? I have decided that Fuji stuff is lighter built than Nikon so doesnt last as long but is just as good unless you need/want fast AF. For landscape who cares the Fuji wins, for wildlife or sport leave the Fuji at home and take the Nikon!
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| Posted: Mon Aug 22nd, 2016 14:25 |
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Eric
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jk wrote:highlander wrote: Will let you know in a few weeks. I have decided to take ONLY Fuji equipment on my next European adventure. Wildlife will hopefully figure in it ...so I will see if the Fuji copes. If it doesn't, there will be a grand Fuji sale in time for Christmas. I just don't see the point of keeping one system for one category ( eg landscape = Fuji) Nikon bodies are not that much heavier than Fuji and could equally be used for landscape as wildlife as sports. Time to make a decision...watch this space.
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| Posted: Tue Sep 6th, 2016 10:59 |
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highlander
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I shall be excited to see the outcome of this, and will have my cheque book ready just in case My X100 sadly bit the dust, well actually water...lots of water... I sold my XPro1 and regretted it. Just (at the weekend) bought a Fuji XT1, 35mm, and 14mm. I think that will cover most of my needs and anything outside of that (wildlife) then I will use my Canon compact with its 45x optical zoom. OK, its not saleable quality but I don't intend selling those image. I rarely print them bigger than A4 (or actually 10x8 because I am old fashioned). My XT1 kit takes up 1/3rd of the room and weighs 1/3rd of the weight of my Nikon kit. Given this is a Nikon forum, it is quite funny how many of us seem to be heading in the Fuji direction, even if only part time... 
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| Posted: Wed Sep 7th, 2016 08:24 |
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jk
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I am waiting for Eric's holiday report and see how he got on with his Fujis only. I am sure he will return with some great images. The camera is not a limitation unless you do some niche photography like I do or sports stuff. I think wildlife, except BIF, can now be done with the new Fuji 100-400 zoom.
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| Posted: Mon Sep 12th, 2016 12:08 |
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Eric
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It's 35 deg here and ALL the wildlife is under cover...so nothing to report except... I HATE Fuji battery life. I don't know how you guys live with these temperatures? Spent most of the afternoon in the pool. Ironically I have taken more IR shots on the XE1 and films on the XT. A simple observation about Fuji XT poor? response time. I have to keep switching it OFF to save battery life. This may well contribute to the perception that it's response is poor ...well it would wouldn't it. Lol ....nevertheless it's an example of how bridge cameras and electronic viewfinder bodies eat into battery life to the detriment of the overall experience. No wildfire tomorrow either....of down a cave to keep cool.
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