Sustainable1982 11 Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 (edited) Hi folks, I have been a Nikon user for as long as I have been shooting, since back in the days of film. I've always found the Nikon system (I generally used the semi-pro models) very flexible, robust and responsive, perfect for shooting wildlife. However, I am becoming increasingly drawn by the "Mirrorless Camera" phenomena and I am seriously considering a change in system. My question is this: is the Fujifilm X-Range (the mirrorless system that has drawn my eye) suited to wildlife photography? I have heard varying reports on the responsiveness of their auto-focus, which of course could prove a limiting factor. The newer models, such as the X-T2 seem to have addressed this issue to some extent from what I have read, but I would rather test the system first by finding a used X-T1 for sale (it's predecessor) and see whether the whole mirrorless thing is for me or not. Any thoughts, opinions or first hand experiences will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance. Edited July 21, 2016 by Sustainable1982 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
just-A-snap 1,269 Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 You Eye and Finger not fast enough? Just asking. Good luck in what will be a never ending quest. All the best Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sustainable1982 11 Posted July 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 Thanks for the constructive input Mega. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
just-A-snap 1,269 Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 You have a big investment in Nikon? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sustainable1982 11 Posted July 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 A reasonable amount. But it could easily be traded in against a Fujifilm X-Range system at a decent rate. What is your personal opinion on the X-Range? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
just-A-snap 1,269 Posted July 19, 2016 Report Share Posted July 19, 2016 If the system was that good Nikon and Canon would have switched to it with their Pro Cameras . The investment is always in the lenses with Nikon, all Digital Cameras are made obsolete by the second hand price. A Nikon D1 or D100 will take any image just as well as one of today's Nikon range, you would not know the difference in an A3 size print when a top quality lens is used. It is all a personal choice. Just my opinion Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sustainable1982 11 Posted July 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2016 I hear what you are saying about the lenses. Part of my reasoning behind my proposed switch is that the overall size/weight of my kit can be reduced without sacrificing quality. The Fuji lens range is of an excellent standard by all accounts. I'll give it some further thought though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stevyrob 24 Posted August 7, 2016 Report Share Posted August 7, 2016 I have swapped from Nikon to Fuji in the last year and the focus isn't as quick but it is constantly improving. Other than that it is a marked improvement over my D7000. I use a X-T1 but I believe the focusing on the X-T2 will be quicker again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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