Fuji Got my TCL-X100 today!

[Ramirez]

I had to sell my X-E1 and XF18-55 & XF35 lenses as video has become more important to me lately (I just bought the Panasonic Lumix G X 12-35 f2.8 for my GH3).
The loss of the XF35 hurt me most. So I ordered the TCL-X100 for my X100s instead. The TCL-X100 did the move more easy.

I haven't used the TCL-X100 much but I've tried it a little bit today.

My first impressions are:

- It is slow in macro mode (but for me it doesn't matter much as macro pictures doesn't require speed).
- In "normal" mode it does seem as fast at the X100s is in it's normal "35"mm mode.

I'm really looking forward in using this converter as I really love the 50mm (in 35mm language) much!

I'm going to "report" my findings in using the TCL-X100

 

[KillRamsey]

Can't wait. Get out there and shoot!

 

[Ramirez]

Took my TCL-X100 out for a spin today!

Today I was out in the nature and tested the TCL-X100. I also went to a fishing event and took some photos of people and fishes

I must say that I am very satisfied with the AF speed, I haven't noticed any difference between using the X100s with or without a Fuji Conversion Lens (WCL & TCL - I have both).
The only time I notice slow AF with the TCL is in macro mode, but when you're shooting flowers and stuff you don't need fast AF so it is not so important to me.

I believe that the TCL will stay mounted on my X100s most of the time, I really enjoy the 50mm (35 eq.) view... The X100s is even better with the TCL!

I think that I probably use the TCL 50% of the time, non CL 35% and the WCL 15%. But now the first period, probably 100% TCL

 

[ean10775]

Glad you're enjoying it - please share some photos!

 

[weeowee]

photos=)

 

[romi.gilles]

fotos...

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[EgillBjarki]

glad you're enjoying it - please share some photos!

+1


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[cwolffensperger]

Photos!!



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[Ramirez]

I took some more photos today with the TCL-X100 mounted. I've got some work to do that takes time but I'll try to share the photos as soon as possible

 

[dodgeburn]

A couple quick questions: does it make the camera much heavier? Approximately how far does the lens stick out with it attached? Finally, can you use the same standard lens hood / filter ring? Thanks a lot, looking forward to seeing some shots!

Edit: Whoa! Looking on Amazon there's no way the same lens hood would fit. I didn't realise the lens flared out at the end, I thought it was the same build as the Wide angle.


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[Ramirez]

A few of my first test photos with the TLC-X100

Finally, here they are a few test photos with the TCL-X100 mounted on X100s.
All SOOC, no editing what so ever.

To me the TCL on X100s is plenty sharp and beautiful bokeh too

 

[Ramirez]

A couple quick questions: does it make the camera much heavier? Approximately how far does the lens stick out with it attached? Finally, can you use the same standard lens hood / filter ring? Thanks a lot, looking forward to seeing some shots!

Edit: Whoa! Looking on Amazon there's no way the same lens hood would fit. I didn't realise the lens flared out at the end, I thought it was the same build as the Wide angle.


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No the camera seems quite light in weight still
It sticks out a bit. One good point is that the glass element in front seems huge (like a Canon L glass element or something) - it looks quite serious!
People seems to notice the camera more with the TCL than without, that can be a plus point sometimes if you want people to look at you as a serious photographer! And when you want to be more invisible, stick with the normal X100s lens.

You cannot use the standard lens hood as you noticed.

 

[EgillBjarki]

I got mine a few days ago. Good impression so far, the images get slightly cropped, they loose a bit of contrast, but over all I am very happy with it. Like people already have pointed out, you loose stealth with it, people notice you much more.

Here are some frames from the past few days, I cannot wait to try the leaf shutter, high speed sync abilities, out on some portraits!

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[Dr.Strangelove]

Hi,
it will be very useful to take at least one comparative picture. 35 vs. 50
Thanx

 

[romi.gilles]

it doesn't have hss - it's only a faster sync speed.

 

[ean10775]

I got mine a few days ago. Good impression so far, the images get slightly cropped, they loose a bit of contrast, but over all I am very happy with it. Like people already have pointed out, you loose stealth with it, people notice you much more.

Here are some frames from the past few days, I cannot wait to try the leaf shutter, high speed sync abilities, out on some portraits!

Is that a Holdfast Ruck strap? If so, how do you like it?

 

[EgillBjarki]

Is that a Holdfast Ruck strap? If so, how do you like it?

Sorry about the lost images, was updating my webpage, it appears I was in to much of a hurry

Yes, thats the strap, I like it. I use the pockets for a extra battery, headphones and a MTR card. It is made from good materials, but the craftsmanship should be allot better for this price. If I need another one down the line, I would explore other options...

 

[ean10775]

Sorry about the lost images, was updating my webpage, it appears I was in to much of a hurry

Yes, thats the strap, I like it. I use the pockets for a extra battery, headphones and a MTR card. It is made from good materials, but the craftsmanship should be allot better for this price. If I need another one down the line, I would explore other options...

Thanks. Yes, I agree that the pricing does seem a bit much for what the strap appears to be.

 

[dodgeburn]

Thanks for posting Ramirez and Egill. From the shot of the Tabasco the bokeh highlights seem much bigger. Is that because it's on macro?

Would be great to see a portrait with some lights blurred out in the background.


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[EgillBjarki]

Here are some more samples, also a portrait, with some highlights in the background. My friend took the portrait of me and my girlfriend, little shaky Should have cranked up the ISO before I gave him the camera.

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