It really depends on the kind of photography you do mostly. Judging from your choices, my guess are that, you aim to do more street and casual shoot. If that's the case, Xpro2 is perfectly capable. (In case you said you will be shooting more AF intensive sports or other similar photography, then you should look at Sony instead). I've own neither the Xpro2 nor the XE4. But I have owned and used both XT2 and XT20 which can be used as referencing the relationship of XPro series and XE series.

Initially, I went with the XT20 as my first fuji camera because I like how small and compact it was yet obtaining the same sensor and processor as the older XT2. But ever since I've handled an XT1, I've just realized how much I missed out of the handling of the pro/flagship body. The XT1 despite much older, made the XT20 felt like a toy in my hand. So, in time, I've sold the XT20 and used the money to buy an used XT2.

For me, better handling are definitely more important than slight AF improvement. From then on, I said to myself, I would only buy top tier fuji bodies. I would rather go older model top tier bodies (XT1/2, XPro1, 2) instead of buying newer lower tier bodies (XT30/XE4/XA7 series). I hope my experience helps you in making your decision.

Lastly, in case you're still doubting the performance of Xpro2, you can always search review videos on youtube to judge for yourself if Xpro2 is good enough for you, not in relation to the AF speed of the XE4, if that make sense.

This post has been edited by Loseeker: Sep 20 2021, 11:04 AM

From your ansswers, it seems like u have the answer to your question already....

That's your answer. Try them both. If you live in KL area, you can just go to the shops to try them out. If not, get the XE4 first, if you're not happy, sell it and get the xpro2.

If you can get a used Viltrox 23mm f1.4 to try out first, it's no harm. Can always sell it if u don't like it. Got mine 2nd hand for RM900. Really don't like the very obvious vignette at f1.4 and the strong purple fringing at high contrast scene. But the cheapest Fuji 23mm f1.4 offered to me was RM2200, which was still more than double the price. I almost went with the fuji 23mm, but I find the price hard to swallow. The money saved ended up getting the viltrox 85 f1.8 II also for RM900. I don't regret the decision because both lenses still cost me less than one fuji. Did a paid job with the viltrox 23mm, got to say, I was more than impressed with the results it delivered, so was my clients.

This post has been edited by Loseeker: Dec 2 2021, 04:05 PM

I agree. For f1.4, that price is hard to beat. The vignetting is a bit annoying to look at, at the LCD. But it can be easy fixed in post. The same is not true for the fringing. IF you always shoot high contrast scene with leaves, then it is better to get the fuji 23mm instead, F2 version if u're on a low budget. For used unit, you just need to rajin to stalk around Fuji user group malaysia FB group. It will pop up from time to time. 23mm is not my priority focal length, hence I don't want to spend so much on the lens. Having said that, the AF speed is fast and quiet and also works well on older bodies like XT1. On top of that, the centre sharpness is actually better than fuji 23 f1.4 older version, just that I wish the MFD can be shorter.

Welcome to fuji forum. Don't expect much response though. Seems like most of us still haven't get back to shooting the same amount as we did before the pandemic. As regards your question, I'm using LR6.14 (final standalone paid version). Got it back in 2019 I think once I've switched over from Sony to Fuji. I actually started with Capture one 10 when I was using Sony a6000 for USD 50, for sony camera only of course. But after I got the LR, I've been using LR more. The IQ output from C1 can be better, but only noticeable with Pixelpeeping. But with LR, a lot of the time I got more pleasing color tones, so yeah, I just stick to LR. I still keep the express version of the C1 since it's free anyway. Just use the one that you like the most. Doesn't really matter which one other using.


I think your question is incomplete. Do u meant to ask "Any thing great about these combination?" or "Any thing else is great with these combination?"

This post has been edited by Loseeker: Jan 11 2022, 02:28 PM

Yeah, it's good to try out other program. C1 is really good with the sharpening without the warmy artifact. But there are work around for that with LR6. Just so u know, not that many presets available for C1 compared to LR6.

yeah, C1 got sale from time to time, but for what I need, LR6 is good enough. May be in the future when I got a XT3 (which is not supported by LR6), I may buy the C1 pro 20 for RM399 on shopee from yLcamera, or may be just get an iridient X transformer for USD 39 to convert the XT3 raw files. Yeah, the express is definitely good enough. Because most of the time my workflow just load photo, apply preset, some basic adjustment, then export. For any local adjustment, can do them in LR.

Get the tempered glass type, it will be easy to diy. Check on shopee.

Budget around 1k, then your best bet is Samyang 12mm f2 (used), Manual version. If u want to go for the AF version, then it is around 1.7k. Again u can find on shopee.

I've sent my lens to their service center in shah alam twice. Both at early 2021. I have to wait for almost 2 months for back and forth to sabah. I guess the wait is normal. You can always whatsapp their customer service for your lens update.

Awesome bro. I just got mine on monday (24 April 2020) too. The only different is that, I still keep my XT1. . As regarding the battery grip, you can try to call mylo trading. https://shopee.com.my/FUJIFILM-VG-XT3-Verti...9777.4838265646

Oh I see. When you said replacing it (XT1) I thought you already sold it. Coming from XT1, you must have felt that the AF speed different is like night and day, right ?

p/s: I meant to say I got mine last monday (24th April 2022, not 2020)

This post has been edited by Loseeker: May 1 2022, 07:22 PM

Interesting story. I was a nikonian (D7000) too but I've moved to sony (a6000) first before I came to Fuji. Yeah, same here, I don't do video, so the XT3 makes a lot more sense with practically the same sensor and processor only lacking ibis, which doesn't really matter much to style of photography. Since we're talking about gears, care to share what lenses (x mount) you have in your arsenal?

woh, 40-50k? Have you sold all your nikon gears?

18-55 general purpose. 35 f1.4 the magic lens for portrait. Pancake for street. Seems like you're pretty well covered. Haha. everyone produced crappy photos, even the professional photographers.

Good that if you can keep your gears to the minimal , because more gears can distract us from honing our skills.

If you don't mind 3rd party brand, I suggest you look at meike grip for your XT3. It works the same as original fuji grip

https://www.lazada.com.my/products/meike-mk...NRoC7nAQAvD_BwE

As for me, I've tried battery grip before, I didn't like it. Though I do admit it does makes our camera looks nicer.

that is interesting. Are you really sure the meike battery grip cannot use with 3rd party batteries? While I've never try the meike battery grip for XT3, but I've used battery grip for Sony a6000 from meike as well. It works with 3rd party batteries for the Sony a6000. Have you ever tried it or heard from someone else ?

Yeah, you have to get to the pro version to use layer. Loupedeck ? I couldn't be bother even if I can afford it. On the other hand, I find that a digital tablet is quick useful lo. But then again, that's my preferences la.

I don't think you can transfer raw files from the camera directly to phones. Jpeg yes, but not RAW. AFAIK, Snapseed doesn't support Raw files editing anyway.

This post has been edited by Loseeker: May 8 2022, 12:08 AM

I see. Sorry about the bad experiences. I usually has no problems buying from them. But I guess, that has to depend on the item also.

Do let us know when it arrived. May be share the photo of it here.

Happy for you bro. And the saving. The 27mm pancake is highly unmatching with the grip, haha