The Fujifilm X-T2: The camera that takes your mind off of itself

I’ve said this before but I will say it again. I’ve been an exclusive DSLR shooter for the past 9 years. Well… I’ve only been doing photography for 9 years so you can see the portions. For some reason, people like to be such fanatics of brands and often it’s just because it’s the brand they use and that’s that. I was a fanatic of the camera brand I’ve been using mainly for the same reason. Then, this happened.

A little less than two months ago, way before the hype about the coming of the X-T2 started, I was given the privilege of being one of the first few to test the camera. After trying the X-Pro2 for a short stint, I was of course expecting the experience to be similar. After familiarizing myself with the camera and learning about the Fujifilm camera lines, I found how sensible the two flagship models are.

Usually, while testing new gear, whether it’s a lens, a new filter or a camera, there’s always that pre-occupying feeling about that new piece of gear. Even when I’m shooting, I often feel too conscious of it. Most likely because I tend to mind the how-to’s of the camera. This one was different.

What struck me about Fujifilm’s design is that it was so intelligently and ergonomically made so that the photographer would be able to think less about shooting. How is that possible? Simply with the placement of the dials, knobs and buttons. The dials are place in such a way that they are at reach of your fingers even if you don’t take your eyes off the viewfinder. All the essential settings have their own specified dial and after familiarizing yourself with the dial, you’ll be able to manipulate the camera in less than a second.

After comparing the X-T1 with the X-T2 and reading about people’s usual complaint’s about the old camera, I could see that Fujifilm really does listen to it’s users and believe it or not, that attribute is something that sustains a camera company. It makes sense. In the same level that the expertise of whoever designs the cameras, the input of the users fuel these new innovations. So now that the issues have been resolved and the suggestions have been heard, there would be less distractions and more focus on the shooting aspect itself.

This is, of course, not my official review of the camera but I hope, at least, I can give you a glimpse of how it was to shoot with this majestic beast beast.

Thanks for reading!