Photography News Issue 35

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The X-T2 has landed Fujifilm’s celebrating the fifth anniversary of its X-series in style. First we had the X-Pro2, now the much-anticipated X-T2

Fujifilm’s X-series now has two flagships with the X-T2 joining the X-Pro2 launched earlier this year. So whether you prefer to use a DSLR-type or rangefinder-style camera, you’ll have the choice when the X-T2 becomes available in September. Its body price is £1399 and £1649 with the XF18-55mm f/2.8-4 lens. The X-T2 sees several significant improvements over the X-T1, its popular predecessor, most notably in its autofocus performance, and the 24.3-megapixel CMOS III X-Trans sensor that supports, for the first time in an X-series camera, 4K video recording. Its improved AF algorithm, increased number of AF points and continuous AF presets offer a high level of focusing performance that makes the X-T2 is a very viable camera for action. This is enhanced by the camera’s ability to shoot at 8fpswhich becomes 11fps (14fps with the electronic shutter)

Nikon’s new arrival Nikonadds to its fast lens rangewithanAF-S 105mm f/1.4E ED … continue reading on page 3

with the optional Vertical Power Booster Grip VPB-XT2 that sells for £299.99. This grip accepts two batteries which increases shooting capacity to over 1000 frames and offers a Boost mode for even shorter

shutter lag and minimal blackout time in continuous shooting. Turn to page 3 for more news and to page 44 for a hands-on preview.

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