Fujifilm X-T2

Fujifilm took a big step up with its second generation of cameras and both Dan and I took advantage of it, this time going with different cameras - Dan with his X-Pro 2 and me with the X-T2. The biggest appeal was that the sensor went from 16 mp to 24 mp. And while that may not seem substantial, it is when you’re cropping to a 1:1 or even to a 4:5 aspect ratio. Plus, there was a generational improvement in the sensor, not just pixel count, so the dynamic range and low light handling of the camera were significantly better than the previous version.

Just looking at it, there is no doubt that it’s an X-T series camera, with its manual controls. However, they beefed it up just a bit, making it a bit more solid and refining the “in-the-hand” feel that makes operating a camera so enjoyable over time (it’s something Fuji has continued to do, thankfully).

Fuji improved the tilting back, by adding the ability to tilt while in portrait orientation, although in only one direction. Everything else remained largely where it was with the X-T1 and if moved, was moved for a very good reason. In short, there was very little real transition needed with this upgrade in order to start making excellent images.

I photographed with the X-T2 for more than 2 years. They were two of the busiest years photographically that we’ve had. It didn’t let me down. However, once there was yet another generational change in sensor technology, it was time to move onward. Still, the X-T2 is our back-up camera that we always keep in the vehicle just in case one of us has an unfortunate accident or gear failure. We both know that if that happens, we’ll still have a great camera that can produce great results.