Is Fujifilm X-Pro2 a perfect compact pro camera? Image: fujimirrorlesspro.com
When talking about mirrorless cameras, many people will remember Sony, Panasonic and Olympus. In fact, you will also find Nikon, and finally Canon has also produced a mirrorless camera. Only, Canon does not seem to have too many lines of interchangeable cameras. If you are looking for an alternative camera other than a DSLR camera, Fujifilm has launched the X-Pro2, which is the successor of the X-Pro1.
According to imaging-recource.com, Fujifilm X-Pro2 is user-friendly and retro-inspired ergonomics, a new high-resolution 24-megapixel sensor and a vastly-improved hybrid autofocus system, among many other new features and improvements. The X-Pro2 is a high-end, rangefinder-esque mirrorless camera, which is suitable to be the second camera of professional photographers, especially if you're lazy to carry a large and heavy DSLR camera.
According to imaging-recource.com, Fujifilm X-Pro2 is user-friendly and retro-inspired ergonomics, a new high-resolution 24-megapixel sensor and a vastly-improved hybrid autofocus system, among many other new features and improvements. The X-Pro2 is a high-end, rangefinder-esque mirrorless camera, which is suitable to be the second camera of professional photographers, especially if you're lazy to carry a large and heavy DSLR camera.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 is a high-end camera. It's great for street photography
This retro-style camera is great for you to take on holiday to create candid photographs, street photography, and portrait photos, especially if you meet unique people in a rural or traditional market. You can make a color photo, black and white or monochrome.
It's up to you. In addition to the X-Pro2, Fuji also launched another mirrorless camera, the XT-2 and Fujifilm XT-20. You can choose one of them.
This will definitely affect the price aspect and its specifications.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 fkey features:
It's up to you. In addition to the X-Pro2, Fuji also launched another mirrorless camera, the XT-2 and Fujifilm XT-20. You can choose one of them.
This will definitely affect the price aspect and its specifications.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 fkey features:
- 24MP X-Trans CMOS III sensor (APS-C)
- 273 autofocus points (169 of which are phase-detect)
- 2.36M-dot OLED/Optical hybrid viewfinder with pop-up picture-in-picture tab
- ISO 200-12800, expandable to 100-51200 with Raw shooting at all settings
- 1/8000 sec maximum shutter speed and 1/250 sec flash sync
- Acros black and white film simulation
- Grain Effect option for JPEGs
- 1080/60p movies
Kenrockwell.com also mentioned that, the Fujifilm XPro2 is a huge update from the now primitive X-Pro1 of 2012. This X-Pro2 is Fuji's best camera if you want an interchangeable lens mirrorless camera and need both electronic and optical viewfinders.
The X-Pro2's shutter has been improved, too, and can now shoot as fast as 1/8000 sec, with flash sync extended to 1/250 sec of a second. Applying the firmware update Ver.3.00 or later will add new functions such as "Voice Memo" and "Copyright Information" and dramatically improve operability in autofocus and viewfinder handling.
Fujifilm also claims that the X-Pro2: delivering a new level of X Series photo quality by combining the brand new X-Trans CMOS III sensor and X-Processor Pro engine. If you choose this camera, you will enjoy the use of this camera in all weather conditions. Fujifilm X-Pro2 is a weather-sealed, ergonomic camera body; Fast hybrid AF system; Excellent high ISO performance; Improved continuous shooting performance; Better video quality than previous Fuji cameras.
Other great news also reported by kenrockwell.com, Fujifilm X-Pro2 also the first mirrorless camera of which I know that has two card slots, which is mandatory for use as backup for any professional use. Neither LEICA nor Sony are there yet; with only one card slot these other cameras are fun, but not suitable for any professional use where you absolutely, positively need to get your photos.
Meanwhile, engadget.com mentioned that the X-Pro2 new image sensor and processor are fantastic, with great JPG handling, color reproduction (aided by Fujifilm's "film simulation," which lets you choose from various processing options), and usable images even at ISO levels as high as 12,800.
Admittedly, Fujifilm X-Pro2 is not a regular camera, the price is quite expensive, but the specifications and unique features offered Fujifilm could be the reason to have this camera, especially if you are very crazy about high-end photography.
The X-Pro2's shutter has been improved, too, and can now shoot as fast as 1/8000 sec, with flash sync extended to 1/250 sec of a second. Applying the firmware update Ver.3.00 or later will add new functions such as "Voice Memo" and "Copyright Information" and dramatically improve operability in autofocus and viewfinder handling.
Fujifilm also claims that the X-Pro2: delivering a new level of X Series photo quality by combining the brand new X-Trans CMOS III sensor and X-Processor Pro engine. If you choose this camera, you will enjoy the use of this camera in all weather conditions. Fujifilm X-Pro2 is a weather-sealed, ergonomic camera body; Fast hybrid AF system; Excellent high ISO performance; Improved continuous shooting performance; Better video quality than previous Fuji cameras.
Other great news also reported by kenrockwell.com, Fujifilm X-Pro2 also the first mirrorless camera of which I know that has two card slots, which is mandatory for use as backup for any professional use. Neither LEICA nor Sony are there yet; with only one card slot these other cameras are fun, but not suitable for any professional use where you absolutely, positively need to get your photos.
Meanwhile, engadget.com mentioned that the X-Pro2 new image sensor and processor are fantastic, with great JPG handling, color reproduction (aided by Fujifilm's "film simulation," which lets you choose from various processing options), and usable images even at ISO levels as high as 12,800.
Admittedly, Fujifilm X-Pro2 is not a regular camera, the price is quite expensive, but the specifications and unique features offered Fujifilm could be the reason to have this camera, especially if you are very crazy about high-end photography.