Originally posted by Winder Yes, but Fuji is the only player that is expanding in this space.
I think Fuji has too many APS-C cameras at different price points. Given its specialisation in the APS-C space, it could realistically narrow the choice down to three models - one low end, one mid, and a flagship.
Originally posted by Winder Canon, Nikon, & even Sony have been shrinking in the APS-C market. Sony says they have plans to expand their APS-C offering now that the FF line is mostly filled out, but we will see. Sensor costs fallen a long way over the last 10 years and FF production is way, way up.
The thing is, it's not just about cost.
Full frame cameras a reducing in size, but there's still typically a size and weight advantage to an APS-C camera and lenses designed for that format, whether DSLR or mirrorless. The K-1 / K-1II is compact for a full frame DSLR, but still wider, taller, deeper, heavier and more expensive than the old K-3II or current KP. Same with the Sony A7 MkIII vs A6400 - the size difference isn't huge, but it's there, and the weight difference is definitely notable. Fit these full frame and APS-C cameras with lenses designed for their respective formats, and the size / weight advantage can be even more pronounced.
I love my full frame gear, it has definite advantages in certain use cases, I use it frequently, and I completely understand other folks' desire to use that format - or, at least, to
try it. But I'm far more likely to pick up my K-3 and Sigma 17-50/2.8 for a full day's shooting. I suspect I'm far from alone in that preference...