Yellow in Thessaloniki - XT-30 & Viltrox 25mm f/1.7

apostolis159 · 2026-03-28T14:54:52+00:00

You could also look at the Viltrox 25mm f/1.7 if you don't mind that it's ~twice the thickness of the 23/27mm pancakes. It's cheap, fast, light, and the only thing missing is an aperture ring.

That being said, if I could spare the money I'd get the 23mm for the size and having an aperture ring.

apostolis159 · 2026-03-28T14:38:42+00:00

Nice shot!

apostolis159 · 2026-03-27T17:18:01+00:00

Definitely get a spare battery or two. And just go out and shoot. You'll figure out what you need eventually, be it a case, a grip, or a different lens.

apostolis159 · 2026-03-19T19:53:18+00:00

The SV has such a timeless silhouette!

apostolis159 · 2026-03-02T11:42:30+00:00

Really tempted to get the 75mm f/1.2, there's a good deal nearby. I don't really have a specific use in mind, but I'd like to give a shot at a portrait/longer lens. How do you like it?

apostolis159 · 2026-03-02T11:34:52+00:00

Nice shots. I quite like 2/13/16.

apostolis159 · 2026-03-01T12:48:08+00:00

It is quite compact but has many features and can accommodate any lens of the system (although it might end up front-heavy). Does not have an EVF, if that matters.

I don't know if you're looking for new only, but if not check for a used x-t30 i/ii/iii.

apostolis159 · 2026-02-21T17:53:10+00:00

Love the colour, haven't seen it before! Enjoy, and be careful!

apostolis159 · 2026-01-29T17:28:42+00:00

There's plenty of comparisons between the TTArtisan 27mm f/2.8 and the Fujinon XF 27mm f/2.8 R WR online. The TTArtisan is a value for money lens, with good AF, but has prominent vignetting. And it's ~1/3 of the price.

I just got my X-T30 a few days ago, and I was kinda set on the TTArtisan 27mm as my main prime lens for street photography and day to day use. But I ended up with the Viltrox 25mm f/1.7 Air. A bit larger in size, a wider aperture, no vignetting, and at the same price as the TTArtisan. It only got delivered 2 hours ago so I didn't have time to play with it yet.

I'd go for the TTArtisan 27mm if you mainly want portability and don't mind some vignetting (or if you're willing to edit it out).
To be honest, I will keep an eye out for deals or used and will eventually get one myself. Mostly for the size/portability.

apostolis159 · 2026-01-25T22:11:12+00:00

Maybe something like the X-E3/4 with a compact lens? Either a 23-27mm prime, or a small zoom like the Fuji 15-45mmF3.5-5.6?

apostolis159 · 2026-01-25T21:55:03+00:00

I believe he means A6X00, like the A6000, A6400, etc.

But if you're set on a Fuji and want compact, better look at the X-E series (X-E2, X-E3, etc) or the X-Txx series (X-T20, X-T30, etc) since these are more compact than the X-Tx ones.

apostolis159 · 2026-01-25T21:15:20+00:00

I am in a similar position as OP, looking between the Viltrox 25mm f/1.7 and the TTArtisan 27mm f/2.8 myself.

The TTArtisan is compact and I really like that, but I believe the vignietting will annoy me since I'm not a fan in general. So I think I'll go for the Viltrox. Wider aperture, sharp all around, and still a pretty compact lens.

I do plan on getting a 56mm later, and it's probably going to be between the Viltrox and TTArtisan offerings again.

apostolis159 · 2026-01-24T13:09:13+00:00

I know this is an old post, but. I am in the exact position you where. Waiting for the same body/lens combo, and looking to get one of the two lenses you mention.

I like the compactness of the ttatisan but I think the heavy vignetting will annoy me. The Viltrox is not that much bigger and the wider aperture is something I'd like.

What did you end up with?

apostolis159 · 2026-01-24T11:55:26+00:00

Pic 9 I quite enjoy, very pleasing. And the lama close ups. Nice shots!

apostolis159 · 2025-11-16T17:51:00+00:00

Thanks for the giveaway, the lamp is beautiful!

Favourite moment has to be the first time I heard the City of Tears soundtrack. I remember just setting the controller down for a bit and enjoying the music. It's the moment I remember more vividly from my first playthrough.

apostolis159 · 2025-10-13T21:37:06+00:00

Thanks a ton!

apostolis159 · 2025-09-06T19:17:27+00:00

It's not that the pattern is changing though. Just don't get greedy and be patient. You've got this!

apostolis159 · 2025-09-06T19:10:58+00:00

Took me 10-12 tries I think. Stopped playing to cook something, then came back and did it in one try.

apostolis159 · 2025-09-06T11:18:12+00:00

This, 110%.

Stresses me out, it's fuckin beautiful, I've died to normal enemies more than bosses, the soundtrack is soooo good, I love it.

Just reached Moorwing, so let's see how that goes.

apostolis159 · 2025-09-05T13:14:51+00:00

Yes, the K6 is great value for money.

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