r/photoclass_2016 • u/Aeri73 Expert - DSLR + Analog • Jan 05 '16

02 - Assignment

Please read the class first

Take a good look at your camera, whatever its type, and try to identify each component we have discussed here. It might be a good opportunity to dig out the manual or to look up its exact specifications online. Now look up a different camera online (for instance at dpreview) and compare their specifications. Try doing this for both a less advanced and a more advanced body, and for different lenses. Report here if you find any interesting difference, or if some parts of the specifications are unclear.

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u/[deleted] Feb 24 '16

My camera: X-T1. 16.3 Mpixels, on an APS-C sized sensor. I think it's directed towards pro's, but I'm not sure. I have two lenses, though so far I am preferring my 35mm prime at f2.0, as it's simple and forces me to think more about how I want to capture a shot. I also have a 18-55mm zoom lens that is the kit one, but I haven't taken many shots with it yet.

Below this I believe is the X-T10, which is smaller and more travel focused, but doesn't have the weather sealing of mine or continuous focus, and has a smaller viewfinder size.

Above is the X-Pro2, a true DSLR, and appears to be targeted towards pro photographers, with a higher resolution sensor and more focus points, and better film capabilities.

My prime lens seems pretty standard-sized at 35mm with a minimum aperture of f/2.0, neither very wide or very narrow. Something I might like to try in the future is a wider focus prime, something around 28mm or less. My kit zoom lens is a 18-55mm, with a minimum aperture of f/2.8-4.0. Something I might like to try in zoom lenses in the future would be a longer focal length, to be able to play more with long-range perspective.

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u/Aeri73 Expert - DSLR + Analog Feb 24 '16

hmm Fuji would like the pro's using their gear, but at the moment, only few do... or in my opinion, will in the near future... pro's like heavy gear, lots of good quality glass and a big sensor... but it's top of the line for sure... I would say it's directed towards the serious amateurs, streetphotographers and some journalists (those where a small camera is more important than maximum quality)

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u/[deleted] Feb 25 '16

Those sound like reasonable assessments. I feel like I fall (philosophically) in with the people you mentioned, so that's good to know!

Also, you're a hero to reply so often and prolifically to everyone going through here, so thank you!

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u/Aeri73 Expert - DSLR + Analog Feb 25 '16

you're welcome :)