After renting the X-T10 and spending way too much time thinking about it, I finally pulled the trigger and bought into the Fujifilm system. The X-T2 is my new daily carry, and the 35mm f/2 lens is attached to it 90% of the time.
Why the X-T2
The X-T10 proved that Fujifilm's approach to camera design resonated with me. The X-T2 takes everything good about the T10 and levels it up: better autofocus, weather sealing, 4K video, dual SD card slots, and a higher-resolution EVF. It's a serious camera that doesn't take itself too seriously.
The build quality is excellent — magnesium alloy body, substantial grip, and those satisfying tactile controls that make you want to pick it up and shoot.
The 35mm f/2 WR
This lens is the reason I chose Fuji. It's compact, weather-resistant, razor sharp, and the f/2 aperture gives beautiful background separation for a wide-normal lens. 35mm equivalent (52mm on APS-C) is the perfect focal length for everyday photography — close enough for portraits, wide enough for street.
It focuses silently and quickly, and the physical aperture ring is a pleasure to use. If you're buying one lens for an X-series body, this is it.
First Shots
The first time I took the X-T2 out for a proper shoot, I immediately noticed the difference in my approach. With Canon, I'd often shoot in bursts and sort through later. With the X-T2, I find myself being more deliberate — composing carefully, considering the light, and pressing the shutter when I'm actually ready, not just in case.
It's a slower, more thoughtful way of shooting that I genuinely enjoy.
Film Simulations
Fujifilm's film simulations continue to impress. Classic Chrome for moody street shots, Provia for clean and vibrant scenes, Acros for black and white. I've found myself shooting less RAW and more JPEG — not because the RAW files aren't good, but because the in-camera processing is already so pleasing.
The Switch
Moving to Fujifilm wasn't just about changing camera brands. It changed how I think about photography. The X-T2 makes me want to shoot more, carry my camera more often, and enjoy the process rather than obsessing over gear specs.
If you're on the fence, make the jump. Team Fuji is welcoming.
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