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What’s in my BAG

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I have seen many people, throughout the net, giving answer to this question and describing the contents of the bag they carry. I have two bags that contain different cameras for different jobs.

Bag 1

Tenba large black messenger bag. Bought used and is big enough and has enough space to carry my three street cameras (when I need them) and 3 prime lenses.

a. Fuji X Pro 2

Usually kept mounted with an XF 50mm f2

b. Fuji XE1

Usually kept mounted with an XF 16mm f2.8

c. Fuji XE2

Usually kept mounted with the fine XF 18mm f2

d. Lenses (spare)

  1. Xf 23mm f2
  2. Xf 14mm f2.8
  3. Xf 35mm f2

All lightweight and easy to carry for when I may need them.

Batteries. I usually carry 5 or six spares. (but rarely need them)

Air Blower and cleaning cloths.

This is a pretty comprehensive kit for street work. Don’t carry it all the time, and sometimes just carry one camera (XE2 + XF18mm f2) and a couple of spare batteries in the pocket.

Bag 2

For my second kit of XT2 and XT3 I used an old TAMRAC pro bag that I have had for about 10 years, and it’s still going strong, and big enough to carry all I need, comfortably.

a. Fuji XT3 usually mounted with the XF 10-24mm f4 Zoom

The Fujifilm X-T3 is arguably the best stills/video camera on the market right now.(IMHO) More expensive full frame cameras will offer better still image quality and cameras with in-body image stabilization will be easier to shoot video with, but nothing offers this balance of image quality and movie capability in a single package.

  • New 26.1MP X trans CMOS 4 sensor with X processor 4 image processing engine
  • 4K movie recording: Internal SD card 4K/60P 4:2:0 10 bit recording and the first mirrorless digital camera with APS C or larger sensor that is capable of 4K/60P 4:2:2 10 bit HDMI output
  • 2.16M phase detection pixels across entire frame and low light phase detection limits has been increased over X T2 by 2 stops, from 1EV to 3EV
  • 3.69 million dot OLED color viewfinder with 0.75x magnification and blackout free burst shooting
  • 16 film simulation modes: Including eternal/ cinema, B and w adjustment: 9~+9

b. Fuji XT2 usually mounted with an XF 56mm f1.2

  • 24.3MP X Trans CMOS III APS-C sensor reduces moiré and false colors to improve image quality and X Processor Pro engine increases response times, achieves faster AF, lower noise and better color
  • Dust and moisture resistant body with approximately 63 points of weather sealing; Freeze resistance to 14 Degree Fahrenheit
  • High precision 0.48 inch, 2.36 million dot OLED viewfinder featuring a magnification of 0.77x and Ultra fast Real Time Viewfinder with a lag time of 0.005sec
  • Full HD and 4K 3840×2160 30P/25P/24P shooting (Using a card with the UHS Speed Class 3 or higher)
  • Tempered glass 1.04 million dot high-precision 3 Inches tilting LCD monitor with three directional tilt and shutter type is focal plane shutter

One great camera

Both the XT2 and XT3 are fitted with the battery grip which give me more than enough battery power for any given day and I don’t need to carry any spares.

c. Fuji XF 55-200 f3.5 zoom OIS

The FUJINON XF55-200mm lens produces sharp images across its entire zoom range, well resolved corner-to-corner. The fast F3.5-4.8 lens facilitates image capture in scenes requiring a fast shutter speed. Its image stabilization function enables the use of shutter speeds 4.5 stops slower, preventing camera shake even when shooting hand-held in low-light, or at a stopped down aperture. Its a great (cheap) lens to have in the bag.

Cleaning supplies, as always, for when needed.

On the STREET

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Trying to get out more, but some COVID-19 restrictions make certain areas inaccessible.

All the above images were taken with a Fujifilm X Pro2 mounted with a Fujicron XF 50mm f2

Fujifilm XF 16mm f2.8 WR

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Personally use this lens a lot and generally keep it mounted on my Fuji XE1. Its a great little performer.

After the Rain. Fuji X100

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Not everyday do you get any good keepers, this one is nearly there, taken quickly, on the move and is a smidgen less that sharp.

Fujifilm X100 – what a fantastic camera for a bargain price.(Opinion)

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Chris Orange. Interesting … just really like how much he thinks like me, that gear (newest of everything) is not EVERYTHING

I have just rediscovered my first generation Fujifilm X100, what a great little box.

Fuji Film Simulation X Pro 2

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Simulate the effects of different kinds of film, including black-and-white (with or without color filters). (PROVIA/STANDARD)Standard color reproduction. Suited to a wide range of subjects, from portraits to landscapes. (Velvia/VIVID)A high-contrast palette of saturated colors, suited to nature photos. (ASTIA/SOFT)Enhances the range of hues available for skin tones in portraits while preserving the bright blues of daylight skies. Recommended for outdoor portrait photography. (CLASSIC CHROME)Soft color and enhanced shadow contrast for a calm look. (PRO Neg. Hi)Offers slightly more contrast than  (PRO Neg. Std). Recommended for outdoor portrait photography. (PRO Neg. Std)A soft-toned palette. The range of hues available for skin tones is enhanced, making this a good choice for studio portrait photography. (ACROS) *Take black-and-white photos with rich gradation and outstanding sharpness. Available with yellow (Ye), red (R), and green (G) filters. (MONOCHROME) *Take pictures in standard black and white. Available with yellow (Ye), red (R), and green (G) filters. (SEPIA)Take pictures in sepia.

* Filters deepen shades of gray corresponding to hues complementary to the selected color. The yellow (Ye) filter deepens purples and blues and the red (R) filter blues and greens. The green (G) filter deepens reds and browns, including skin tones, making it a good choice for portraits.

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Fuji XF 10-24 f4 R OIS Lens

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I recently got the opportunity to purchase, for a great price, the Fuji XF 10-24 f4 zoom lens (Version 1). Although it is one of the earlier releases by Fuji and does not come with weather sealing features, which does not really bother me, the XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is equipped with excellent optical image stabilization that can work in conjunction with in-body image stabilization. I do most of my work hand held so this is a great thing.

Fuji XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS Specifications

  • Mount Type: Fujifilm X
  • Focal Length (35mm format equivalent): 10-24mm (15-36mm)
  • Lens Construction (Elements / Groups): 14 / 10
    • Special Lens Elements: Four Aspherical Elements, Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements
    • Optical Image Stabilization: Yes
    • Focus Motor: Stepping Autofocus Motor
    • Angle of View: 110-61.2°
    • Number of Diaphragm Blades: 7 (Rounded)
    • Maximum Aperture: f/4
    • Minimum Aperture: f/22
    • Minimum Focus Distance: 9.45″ / 0.24m
    • Maximum Magnification: 0.16x
    • Weight: 410g
    • Size: 3.07 x 3.43″ (78.0 x 87mm)
    • Filter Size: 72mm

I have found the lens to be of excellent construction, as with all Fuji lenses, not too heavy for a fairly large lens with lots of glass, and a good metal lens mount. Similar to other high-quality Fujinon lenses, the build quality of the Fuji XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS is excellent. The lens barrel is made from a combination of tough plastic and metal. The focus and aperture rings, along with the rear mount and the front part of the lens (including the filter thread) are all metal, so the lens is built to last.

I paired up the lens with my Fujifilm XT3 and as the result above show it is a most capable lens giving sharp and contrasty shots straight from the camera in JPEG. Shooting with the lens at f8 to f10 everything, as expected. Its sharp – even at wide apertures. The bokeh is beautifully rendered. Color rendition is excellent and there are no noticeable issues with vignetting or light fall-off.
Fuji XT3 + XF 10-24mm f4 R OIS at f10
Fuji XT3 + XF 10-24mm f4 R OIS at f10

The zoom ring is quite large in size and has a rubber cover. When zooming in from 10mm to 24mm, the lens does not change in size – only the front element moves in a little.

There is a rear lens element that stays in place, which does a nice job of keeping dust from entering the lens when it is dismounted. There is no weather sealing. The front lens element is bulbous but reasonably small relative to the lens and filter can be attached. The petal-shaped lens hood is quite large in size. It is plastic and attaches securely to the lens without any wobbling.

Fuji XT3 + XF 10-24mm f4 R OIS at f10

If you have a Fujifilm XF camera – get this lens. For sharp landscapes or interiors its absolutely essential. I will be using it for street photography also. While you don’t quite get the depth of field of say, the 16mm f/1.4, you still get some depth of field. Sharpness and rendition are the key features of this lens and it delivers. Highly recommended.