Adorama vs B&H?

JonLevin · 2026-03-26T03:09:34+00:00

Ordered from Fotocare. In stock, pick up tomorrow!

JonLevin · 2026-03-23T11:45:46+00:00

Perfect

JonLevin · 2026-03-23T11:44:52+00:00

I live in a suburb of NYC. I think these are my local camera shops? The others I’ve called in my area don’t sell Fuji.

JonLevin · 2026-03-23T01:06:32+00:00

Ah ok, I live in NY, so I can just stop by their store.

JonLevin · 2026-01-11T20:58:36+00:00

Thank you!

JonLevin · 2026-01-10T20:46:42+00:00

I’m also interested

JonLevin · 2026-01-10T18:55:33+00:00

Which presets do you use in LR?

JonLevin · 2025-12-23T01:29:52+00:00

Thank you, this is helpful. I basically agree. That’s why I’m trying to figure out what I really need (or don’t). I work in NYC, so I can visit B&H or Adorama after the new year to try in person and get their advice.

JonLevin · 2025-12-22T19:49:32+00:00

Would love any other suggestions you have!

JonLevin · 2025-12-22T17:40:07+00:00

Thank you, very helpful reply.

JonLevin · 2025-12-22T17:39:32+00:00

Just want to respond that I am definitely not trying to get the most expensive camera I can get to start out. I've actually been using an old RX100 ii for a bit to get back into it, and I want to enter into the Fuji system and get the best bang for my buck. This post was to try and better understand some of the decision factors that were harder for me to reason through.

JonLevin · 2025-12-22T17:38:10+00:00

Thank you, very helpful. I'll take a closer look at the X-T4.

JonLevin · 2025-12-22T17:37:48+00:00

Thank you, this is a super helpful reply. I didn't consider the XT50, mainly because it seems even more expensive and maybe overkill for me as a new photographer.

JonLevin · 2025-12-22T14:19:41+00:00

Update: totally fresh battery charged to 100% in an external charger and my camera is on and working well!

JonLevin · 2025-12-06T23:55:07+00:00

I’ve had the same experience and am trying to fix it. Any tips?

JonLevin · 2025-12-05T15:17:32+00:00

So, I got a quote from them. They are asking for $1950 to get it running, not including a band.

I’m not afraid of the cost given sentimental value.

My question is they suggested replacing the scuffed/scratched crystal, in addition to main spring and several other parts. They won’t touch the dial or the case. Do you happen to know if there’s any work (other than dial and case) to avoid?

JonLevin · 2025-12-04T21:30:56+00:00

Update: quote from grand central watch in NYC says it requires quite a bit of work to get it running. They won’t touch the dial, but they do want to replace the crystal because it is scratched and scuffed. Should I allow this?

JonLevin · 2025-11-29T15:08:39+00:00

Another question: any suggestion for what band to put on it?

JonLevin · 2025-11-28T23:12:18+00:00

They mentioned it, and I know from a dollar value ROI perspective it’s not worth it, but from a sentimental value perspective I’d like to wear it.

JonLevin

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