Fuji just released the new X-M1 which is the cheapest X interchangeable lens mount camera to date. But If you still think it’s too epxensive than guys…wait for the new X-A1!
Fujirumors reports that there will be soon a new X-A1 camera featuring a non X-trans sensor. And to save costs the camera will not be for sale in small stores but only in large or online stores. That’s quite an interesting new approach.
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Noooo, it is not EPXENSIVE! It’s cehap …
They should stop at the X-M1. Its still a decent high quality camera. No reason to put out plastic junk.
Plus, unless they put out a cheap 55-200, the lens sales really wont increase. I couldnt see someone buying a x-a1 for $499 and then spending $799 for a 55-200.
They just need to stick with high quality. Up till the 16-50 and 27mm, all of the x lenses were highly regarded. I hope they turn out some great results.
I like to see the wide range of products, if you don’t like it don’t buy it.
i think it wont be junk. if nex is not junk, i believe fuji wont be junk.
We need full frame XX-series. Not plastic electronics
Totally agree. I am concerned if Fiji run out if ideas on how to make X-Pro better.
Instead of making improvement on X-Pro and X-E, Fiji is trying to grab marketshare with cheap body. The firmware updates only fix very minor issues. AF needs to be faster. File names need to be consistent and minimum shutter speed adjustment need to be added.
I think that anything that allows someone to break into the Fuji lens system more cheaply is a good thing. For people like myself who already own a DSLR and already spend gobs of money on lenses I just haven’t been able to justify a Fuji X camera AND a Fuji X lens at the same time. The X-M1 finally hits my price/performance range for what I’m willing to throw good money at INITIALLY. (Later I will want to buy an Xpro2 most likely) This way I will a decent lens or two to actually use with it by the time I can afford it. Losing the PC-sync and the remote shutter plunger capability hurts a bit though. However… The AX-1 may serve a function for those who are “Lightroom/Aperture or death” types that just want to benefit from the film modes Fuji offers as well as the size. (very small)
I think accusing Fuji of doing a cheap “cash in” is disingenuous though. Fuji has transformed the X series line of cameras far more than any other manufacturer I know of. Give them a break.
Also… think about this:
Every time Fuji sells a plastic AX-1 it can put that money straight back into R&D for the “premium” models. And the more XF lenses they sell (after getting people hooked) the more lenses will be made and more cheaply for those of us who are buying the premium models.)
I want to see a full frame X100. That would take my money in a heartbeat.
Absolutely agree. Hope they release it soon.