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Just got back yesterday from Phoenix visiting my parents for about 3 days. I ran around barefoot and in a t-shirt while my parents were in jackets and long pants. Took this image as we drove to DQ for a blizzard. It wasn’t that cold for them. 🙂
… and bought the Fijifilm X-E1 and the kit lens, the 18-55m f2.8-4.0. Yes I know they just came out with an updated version appropriately called the X-E2. However, because of the new camera the price dropped significantly for me to purchase the X-E1. I also had a gift certificate which helped. I’ve lusted for this camera every since it came out almost a year ago.
All 5 of these images were shot in “Professional Mode”, fine jpeg format and straight out the camera (except where noted). No sharpening, no tone adjustments. Nothing. I framed the image and pressed the shutter button. My intent was to see what the camera was capable of doing. First impressions are positive. It is built solid and weighs more than I expected with that zoom lens. Love the tightness of the zoom ring and the soft click of the aperture ring. Since it is a rangefinder style camera, and the first one I’ve ever owned, I feel awkward but don’t expect that to last very long.
After deciding to order the camera, I downloaded the manual and started reading. It’s a simple manual as is the camera. I like the menus and the Q button is helpful. The different viewfinder and display options were a bit of struggle. Found myself changing them unexpectedly, figuring out what I did and then how to prevent it. I’m a bit of slow learner, but Icano learn.
So these images are from a stroll in Old Town about 9:30 to 10:30 in the morning. I will try some of the film settings later, take it our of auto mode and give some feedback on those experiences.
Love the red on this bicycle seat. Just after I took this image I noticed a man walking towards smiling. He quizzically asked me if I was taking a photo of the bicycle. I told him yes and anything else that would catch my eye. He has no concept of my illness when a camera is in my hands. Especially a new camera.
My first guess is the camera will make me a better photographer and will promote my career as a hobbyist. 🙂 On the serious side, it’s another tool in my bag in which I hope to use in my photography. It will work for me on the streets as well as landscapes and portraits. More to come.