Fujifilm X-Series cameras are far superior to many camera lines. Regardless of the model you choose, you're getting extremely good quality. In this video, I discuss my decision on whether to choose the Fujifilm X-T3 or the older, but very capable Fujifilm X-T1.

Along with the choice of these two cameras, I also take into consideration I already own a Canon EOS RP full frame camera that I won't be getting rid of anytime soon, due to the great price point I picked it up at, and the overall quality of the full frame RP vs the Fuji APS-C sensors.

To be honest, you cannot go wrong with either of these camera purchases, but factors other than tech specs need to be taken into consideration, especially when pairing the camera with another system. But I had to choose only one of these, and send the new X-T3 back during my return window, or sell the used X-T1 on Ebay.

Give the video a view, and let me know your thoughts, and if you plan to purchase, or already own one of these excellent cameras.

One thing that makes the Ricoh GR Series cameras so special is the continued updating of firmware. Whether it's the Ricoh GR II, III, or IIIx, Ricoh Imaging continues to offer new features, keeping the cameras up to date and on pace with competitors. The latest version as of October 2021 is 1.5, but this process will work with future updates as well.

In this video, I give a simple, yet brief description on how to download, install and update the latest firmware from Ricoh for the Ricoh GR III. The same description applies for the new Ricoh GR IIIx updates as well. Along with some interesting JPEG/RAW editing updates, as well as a 4:3 and 16:9 in-camera crop feature, the 1.5 firmware allows for Eye-detection (an upgrade from the previous Face-detection only feature). While the previous version usually nailed focus on most portraits I've shot with the GR III, the eye-detection is even better. I will have future videos featuring these new upgrades soon.

The Meike 50mm f/1.2 RF lens for Canon EOS RP mount allows for more handheld low-light images, and also offers a very creamy bokeh (blurred background) that you can only get with a low aperture lens. Why is bokeh important to your photography? Bokeh adds a very professional look to portraits, and can add a creative boost to any image regardless of subject matter.

I took my Meike 50mm f/1.2 attached to my EOS RP out on a cloudy, overcast day for a drive around rural Indiana. While I love a good evening sunset or beautiful golden hour images, when it's a dull, dreary day you can still have fun with a lens like this by getting close up, and making that f/1.2 work for you with excellent sharpness on the subject, and a nice, soft background.

To read the entire review of this lens, click the link below the video to continue. If you want to jump right to video and skip all that reading, just click the video below. And please Like and Subscribe for future videos!

In this video you will get some insight on how to set your DSLR camera, whether using a Pentax K-70 as I do, or any DSLR or Mirrorless camera, to get stunning and beautiful long exposure waterfall images on your next outing. I also give my opinion on whether you should turn off image-stabilization on your lens or in-camera when using a tripod in a waterfall or river.

I purchased the Pentax K-70 primarily to have a waterproof/water resistant camera for situations like this where if the camera did take a spill into the drink, the 100-rubber seals would go a long way in keeping the camera operational without having to send it back to the factory for drying out, or worse, ruined completely. Nonetheless, WR is not the only benefit of this APS-C sensor camera. It's a tank, but it's also capable for producing excellent quality images, and performs better in high ASO than most cameras in it's price range, and above.

The sharpness of the camera's built-in stabilization, along with the WR 18-135mm Pentax DA lens make this a great bad weather combo, but also a great camera for any type of photography you'll need it for, from amateur to pro applications.

The Pentax K70 w/18-135mm lens is a lot of camera in a little body! This is a powerful camera, offering a lot of control and great results. I purchased this camera primarily to have an actual waterproof/water resistant camera, not just a 'weather resistant' camera like Fuji claims to be.

This means you can actually submerge your Pentax K70 under running water (as is shown in this video) and it's fine, no water damage. I doubt you can do that with Fuji or Canon that claim 'weather resistant.' Nonetheless, WR is not the only benefit of this APS-C sensor camera.

It's a tank, but it's also capable for producing excellent quality images, and performs better in high ISO than most cameras in it's price range, and above. The sharpness of the camera's built-in stabilization, along with the Pentax 18-135mm DA WR lens make this a great bad weather combo, but also a great camera for any type of photography you'll need it for, from amateur to pro applications.

I'll be producing a video in the next couple of weeks that will go in-depth with the many features this Pentax K70 offers, and hope you will subscribe to my channel so you can be notified when the video drops.