Camera Equipment,  Fujifilm X-T10,  Fujifilm X-T3,  Photography

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Fujifilm X-T10 and Fujifilm X-T3

My first thing I will mention on the new camera is the size difference. I have been shooting the smaller cameras for about 7 years so this X-T3 seems BIG. In comparison the X-T3 is about 5.5 ounces heavier than the X-T10 (30%), yet it is 13.5 ounces (40%) lighter than my Nikon D300. I’ll also mention that the XF16-80 f4.0 lens is much bigger than the XF18-55mm f2.0-4.0, weighing about 30% heavier. After saying that I must say the camera and lens fit nicely in my hands and comfortably. Oh, and the manual is twice as big!! Study time.

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10 Comments

  • Earl

    I guess they needed a bigger “bucket” to put all those extra bits in. 😉 A smaller camera often does give up some ergonomics…I saw this with my Olympic camera as well. It’s a pretty camera.

  • Tom Dills

    I didn’t realize that the X-T10 was so small, but that is a much bigger difference in size than I encountered. I see that you are also using the Peak Design strap system, but left the leather thingies on while I took them off. I really like their straps but don’t care as much for their bags. I am tempted by their new tripod but don’t need a third one!

    • Monte Stevens

      I knew the X-T3 was bigger but I was surprised when I had it in my hands. I wonder how I have reacted if I’d held it prior to purchasing it. It even seems large with the XF35mm f2.0 lens mounted.

      Yes I like the Peak Design straps and, I agree, those leather protectors are bulky. I tried the leather strap that came with the camera but it did not suit me. I will try it with them and see if it gets in the way.

  • Mark

    I do like the silver body color. My XT-2 is black, they didn’t release the silver until much later at the time. I find the XT series just a joy to use. I’m sure you will have fun with it.

  • Monte Stevens

    If you notice the silver is for sure a darker silver which I like. So far the camera has been a joy to have in my hands. It won’t make me a better photographer but it is a tool with more power than what I had. The potential to find good images has increased. Thanks, Mark!

    • Mark

      You know, I am aware of the cliche that it is just a tool. But if a tool is fun to use and hold, it is one less barrier for you to go out and use it. So in that way, I think they can make you a better photographer simply from the joy of going out and shooting more.

      I also like the darker silver. When and if I ever upgrade my XT-2, I am going to go with that styling.

  • Joe

    Congrats on the new camera! I’m sure you’ll love the XT3

    I’m sold on Fujis. I have the XT2 and the X100T and won’t go back. I used my D800 yesterday and it really felt huge! I’m seriously thinking of selling the Nikon gear (I have quite a bit) and going with a Fuji GFX-50R and a few select lenses for landscape work. I also want to upgrade my X100T to the latest ( V ) but I think I’ll stay with the XT-2 although the XPro-3 is quite tempting for street and urban work.

  • Monte Stevens

    I sold my Nikon gear about 6 years ago. Found myself always picking up the Fujifilm due to its light weight and the quality of images it gave me. I will admit my lust factor skyrockets each time a new camera comes out and not just for Fujifilm gear. I am definitely a consumer. The GFX series are tempting but they are more camera than I think I need. I was torn between the new X-T4 and the X-T3 but when the packaged the X-T3 with the new XF16-80mm I was hooked. I’m also enticed by the X100V. 😃