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Originally Posted by scopes
I would put a vote in for the Fuji XT-3.
The Fuji ecosystem is great, the tactile feel of the camera with its physical dials is a treat to work with.
The film simulations are great, as you're able to produce a polished image straight from camera without the need to do any post processing, though should you choose to you can still shoot in .RAW format and get the most out of your images. JPG+RAW is great as you'll have images good to go straight out of camera and also the RAW file for future manipulation should you want it.
I have no experience with Olympus glass; however, I can say the Fuji lenses are very nice. Solid construction, good optics and the recent release of their WR (weather resistant) line of compact prime lenses makes for a small package that produces on a large scale.
As you're looking for general photos, you can't really go wrong with the Fuji Kit Lens: 18-55mm (27-82mm full frame equivalent). This lens has OIS (optical image stabilization) which will allow you to shoot handheld in lower light situations and performs much better overall than most kit lenses.
You could look at either the 23mm F2 WR (35mm equivalent) as a great, compact everyday lens if you like the prime experience and 35mm focal length.
Alternatively you could look at a zoom telephoto with the:
50-140 F2.8 (pro level lens, $$$)
55-200 (great all rounder)
18-135 (wouldn't get this with the 18-55 as there is a fair bit of overlap - although this + 23mm would be a nice combo)
edit: worth looking at the XT-30 as a cheaper alternative that does most of the same without too much sacrifice.
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Fuji glass is slightly nicer than Olympus glass IMO, and the ergonomics are about equivalent between those two cameras, but you're really paying a premium on both based on the ergonomics and styling.
For the price and for your usage (vacation, action shooting, video) a newer Sony A7 series will probably work better. With the improved autofocus and larger sensor it's easier to get a better looking shot than with the Fuji. The glass isn't as nice but is about equivalent in price but with the flexibility of full-frame. It's a bit heavier than the Fuji but it doesn't seem like carrying is on the list of priorities due to usage.
If you were more into travel, backpacking or street photography the Fuji would win hands down.