Confused - Advice Needed

[naruto]

OK, here goes.

I have a M6 and a few lenses Canon 35/2, 50/1.5 and a Leica 90/2. I want to get a digital format to accompany the M6, and be able to use the lenses too. And, since I have a X100, I do not want to look beyond the Fuji X system. Friends have told me to look at the Sony A7/r/s, but I really do not want any other camera but a Fuji. (been in love with them since I first handled a S5 DSLR).

So, here are the choices I have narrowed down to -
* Fuji X-Pro1 - it has an OVF which is a big plus, but how easy is to focus a MF lens with the OVF?
* XT1 - seems the best choice, but I really don't like the eyepiece bang in the center.
* XE2 - seems to fit the bill perfectly esp with all the new FW updates for different coloured focus peaks, and speed enhancements similar to the XT1. I have a query for those who have used the digital split image focusing for MF. How difficult is it? Can it be used for the above lenses I already have?

cheers :angel:

 

[om.ch]

Unless you're scale focusing, it is impossible to focus a MF lens with the OVF on the X-Pro1.

I don't own (nor played) with the XT1 and XE2 so I cannot really help you those.

And don't forget the Fujis are APS-C, so your canon would be a 50 and 75, and the Leica a 135.

 

[kshapero]

For me the X-Pro1 is a must (if you are going Fuji) because of the OVF, but you can not manual focus in the OVF. The work around is to push the command dial and you go instantly into a magnified peak focusing mode. MF is simple and painless, but it is still a work around IMHO.

 

[GloriB]

I have both the X-Pro and the X-T1 and for manual focusing, the X-T1 is great. I've used a Voigtlander 40mm Nokton with the M mount and a Rayqual adapter on the X-T1 and the results were really good. I used the focus peaking in the X-T1 and it was quite easy. As for the eye piece being in the center, it's more like a dslr instead of a rangefinder. I shoot mostly Leica film gear but I've grown quite fond of the X-T1.

 

[GaryLH]

Unless you're scale focusing, it is impossible to focus a MF lens with the OVF on the X-Pro1.

I don't own (nor played) with the XT1 and XE2 so I cannot really help you those.

And don't forget the Fujis are APS-C, so your canon would be a 50 and 75, and the Leica a 135.

U can still make use of the ovf when not scale or zone focusing if u have time for the following technique...
-- from ovf - hit the mag scroll/button
-- focus on the evf
-- hit the mag scroll button again to recompose via ovf prior to taking the shot.

Gary

 

[YYV_146]

I'm not a fan of the X-E2's VF, not a substantial improvement over the X-E1, and nowhere as good as an A7 or EM1's. The X-T1 is better, but still not really at industry-leading standards.

But you say you don't want to look outside of X-trans, so the X-T1 is perhaps your best option. The size is either a bonus or negative depending on your usage scenario, but the high refresh rate is extremely important for any manual lens user.

 

[YYV_146]

But since you'll be getting basically the same sensor ouput (Sony's well-tested 16mp sensor base), why not take a look at the Leica T - I've heard that you get lens detection with M lenses on the T, but I haven't tried one myself.

 

[naruto]

So far, I have ruled out the x-Pro1, unless they introduce the Pro2. (then it will be a whole lot more expensive)

I guess I really need to try out XE2 in person. That is very difficult given where I am *sigh*

YYV_146: I'd rather get an A7 than a Leica T. 🙂

 

[DNG]

I have a X-E2, I find the D/RF a bit difficult, and use the Red Focus Peaking instead. But, it is easy to MF with it..

I personally shoot at f/16 or f/11 and use the DoF scale in the camera...ISO 6400 is better than ISO 400 Film in Rodinal or HC110-H (RAW)
See my thread on using ISO High ISO for Street here.. with samples
http://www.e-p1.net/forum/topic/9145-i-really-like-the-high-iso-of-the-x-e2-for-street/

 

[nongfuspring]

I don't think there's much point in an x pro for using specifically for legacy lenses, the other fujis are better suited to that. I've tried the split image focussing, it's a nice feature but I think focus peaking is ultimately more useful.

There isn't a huge difference between the x-e1 and x-e2 viewfinders, though I haven't used an x-e2 that has had the recent VF refresh rate update. I own an x-e1, I actually find the EVF adequate.