Best parts of the new X-T1

• The EVF. You have to see it to believe it.
• Focus is the fastest of any X camera I’ve worked with.
• Dedicated ISO dial. It’s not just a retro design. It’s a fantastic addition.
• The front function button. I have mine set up to select AF points.
• Weather sealing.
• Built in intervalometer.
• Wifi tethering and camera control to an iOS device is great. (Android available as well)

Worst parts of the new X-T1

• We’ve lost the threaded cable release on the shutter button.
• The USB port is not standard thus the off brand electronic shutter release I used on the X-E1 can’t be used.
• I wish the 4 buttons on the d-pad in the back were larger or more pronounced. I’d like them to be identical to the ones on the X-Pro1.

I know I could show a few shots of Carl and some kitschy crap from the thrift store but I’m just not interested in doing that. I want to put this camera through real world use. I have shot it on one job but I can’t release those images yet. I really can’t wait to take this to Cuba when I head down there with Santa Fe Workshops in April. (By the way, if you are interested in joining me in Cuba you need to sign up sooner rather than later so the paperwork is in order.) First impression? The X-T1 is the new king of the hill for the Fuji X lineup. Well done Fuji. Well done. I still want my X-Pro2 though so don’t forget about that!
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