Christopher Ray
Christopher Ray
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5 ESSENTIAL Accessories for the X100VI and X100V in 2024
With a new X100 camera just over the horizon, here's a list of accessories to help get the most out of your X100V...before we all go after the new one like wild animals.
► Lens Hood: amzn.to/3sneGNc
► Tiffen Black Pro-Mist 1/8 Filter: amzn.to/3MwGRCL
► SD to USB-C Adapter: amzn.to/3OmbBbR
► Thumb Grip: amzn.to/3F92OGj
► Clever Supply Skinny Strap: tinyurl.com/cleversupplystrap
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I shot 9 rolls of film in the Outer Banks on the Leica M6.
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.Год назад
I shot 9 rolls of film in the Outer Banks on the Leica M6 and the Mamiya 645 Pro...and ruined one. Here's how. Color graded using DEHANCER. ► SAVE 10% OFF WITH "CHRISRAY" DURING CHECKOUT: www.dehancer.com/ ►►► SUBSCRIBE: bit.ly/3mDzj8P If you enjoy this type of content, LIKE, COMMENT, and share it! Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: christopher_ray.jpg ► Twitter: twitter....
The Best REAL FILM Emulator I've Ever Used -- Dehancer Pro
Просмотров 932Год назад
I've always been searching for the best way to emulate a REAL film look within my videos. As luck would it, I had the opportunity to try out Dehancer's plug-in for Final Cut Pro, and I was SHOCKED by the results. ► SAVE 10% OFF WITH "CHRISRAY" DURING CHECKOUT: www.dehancer.com/ ►►► SUBSCRIBE: bit.ly/3mDzj8P If you enjoy this type of content, LIKE, COMMENT, and share it! Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's co...
Why the X100V Didn’t Work For Me.
Просмотров 10 тыс.Год назад
Don’t get me wrong. I love my Fuji gear especially the X100V; a camera that goes basically everywhere with me. But this is a story about fear, loss, bias, overcoming uncertainty, and finding inspiration in the unexpected... This past winter was tough for me, and I wanted to share a deeply personal story that paints a picture of some of the struggles we go through not just as artists and creator...
The Mamiya 645 Pro: "Maine in Medium Format"
Просмотров 9 тыс.2 года назад
Desperately in need of a getaway as well as creative inspiration, my girlfriend and I recently took a week-long trip to Maine. I brought along the Mamiya 645 Pro, a 120mm medium format film camera, to photograph the entire week on Portra 400, Portra 800, and Gold 200. I can't think of a more beautiful place to be in the fall. Enjoy. - - - Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: instagram.co...
A Love Letter to the X100V (and maybe why you shouldn't buy one?)
Просмотров 36 тыс.2 года назад
After two years of endless searching, I did the seemingly impossible: I bought an X100V. And after 4.5 months with it, it's my all-time favorite camera. But maybe we don't need it. Here's a short film on why, and finding "your" X100V. - - - Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: christopher_ray.jpg ► Twitter: christopher_jpg ► Website: www.christopherraymedia.com ...
My 2022 Videography Demo Reel
Просмотров 14 тыс.2 года назад
Hey friends, I know it's not "content" per se, but I had to finish some personal projects this reel, included in between all of the RUclips stuff, so I figured I'd upload it to the channel to tide us over until the next video. This is my first time putting together a reel of my work, which was compiled between 2019 and 2022, using my previous Canon camera and the Fuji X-T4. Filming, editing, an...
Color Grading for BEGINNERS || How to create YOUR OWN CINEMATIC presets!
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.2 года назад
THREE SIMPLE STEPS on how to color grade ANY LOG profile footage in Final Cut Pro, as well as how to create presets to grade your own footage in ONE CLICK. Also a brief history/essay on the importance of color in cinema. For the past couple of weeks, I've been receiving a lot of questions and interest on how I color grade my videos. So in classic, "ask and you shall receive" fashion, here's how...
The "Film Look" with the Fuji X100V
Просмотров 16 тыс.2 года назад
I've been utilizing Fuji recipes as a huge part of my everyday photography, and it's saved me so much time. Here's a scenic look at testing two of these recipes. All photos are straight out of camera (SOOC). Enjoy. The recipes used in this video are: ►Ilford HP5 Plus 400: fujixweekly.com/2022/03/23/fujifilm-x-trans-iv-film-simulation-recipe-ilford-hp5-plus-400/ ►Fuji Pro 400H: fujixweekly.com/2...
I chose THIS camera instead of the SONY A7IV.
Просмотров 207 тыс.2 года назад
For weeks, I fantasized about owning the Sony A7IV. But when it finally came time to buy it...I didn't. Here's why. (Excuse the glare in my glasses!) - - - Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: christopher_ray.jpg ► Twitter: christopher_jpg ► Website: www.christopherraymedia.com ► Support the Channel: www.buymeacoffee.com/christopherray Some of the gear I use: 🎥 ...
A Scenic Walk with the Fuji X-T4
Просмотров 3,1 тыс.2 года назад
I've decided to stop procrastinating and just make a RUclips channel dedicated to what I love: photography, filmmaking, and camera stuff. For my first upload, I took Fuji's popular APS-C mirrorless flagship camera, the Fuji X-T4, for a walk for the very first time. I hope you enjoy, and any support you can provide would be most appreciated! Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: instagram....
This is Pippin. (A Dog's Birthday)
Просмотров 4373 года назад
A short video celebrating this little puppy’s second birthday. Let's connect: ► Instagram: christopher_ray.jpg ► Twitter: christopher_jpg ► Website: www.christopherraymedia.com ► Support the Channel: www.buymeacoffee.com/christopherray Some of the gear I use: 🎥 Video ► Fuji X-T4: amzn.to/3CTI0kE ► Fuji 16-55mm f2.8: amzn.to/3CTIO90 ► Fuji 56mm f1.2: amzn.to/3MwaEeX ► D...

Комментарии

  • @bosco_bosco
    @bosco_bosco 22 дня назад

    I got my XT4 this year, second hand, like new, for £700. Best decision I've made in a long time.

  • @MrKubalaa
    @MrKubalaa Месяц назад

    If Fuji has better autofocus, it would be no brainer for many of us

  • @burmashavetom
    @burmashavetom Месяц назад

    I don't really worry about the final image so much when I'm shooting for fun. I simply want to have fun when I'm shooting for fun. I've never once had fun taking a picture with a phone. I'm super impressed with the quality, but the process is incredibly flat and boring overall. Even something like a cheap Canon PowerShot from 2011 is way more fun than a phone. Just my opinion, I'm sure millions of people have an awesome experience shooting with a phone. Not me.

  • @Tech_Stuff_and_Other_Stuff
    @Tech_Stuff_and_Other_Stuff Месяц назад

    Did you guys stay friends after buying the x-t4? :))))

  • @jmtholl9528
    @jmtholl9528 2 месяца назад

    Couldn't agree more with you!! There is something definitely special about the "look" of these Fuji cameras, they are simply beautiful! Let alone the color science and film simulations! I am myself in the process of making the leap from Sony to Fuji so thank you for comforting me in my choice!

  • @seklerek
    @seklerek 3 месяца назад

    How do you only have 6k subscribers, this is top class content

  • @impulse-nati0n114
    @impulse-nati0n114 3 месяца назад

    i just got the sony a6700 and Im in love with it it shoots amazing still and video but with my lenses I cant see myself going out and shooting with it all day, I've been looking for a fuji to serve as my personal street camera but the prices are so high rn

  • @marcorafanan718
    @marcorafanan718 3 месяца назад

    "my x100v" was ricoh gr3 street. i loved that camera but how i use and live my life...x100v made more sense. its my go to daily life/hiking rainy days/backcountry/travel it made more sense. less sensitive body for what my interest entails. so i got it the real x100v. and i love it. btw amazing story telling!!!

  • @thared-reeper
    @thared-reeper 4 месяца назад

    Wild part, when I first was getting my fuji xt4 silver during covid.... the a74 was just coming out and at the time around the same price but I liked the way fuji looked, and the DCI was good for me as I want to do more films and the colors out the camera are amazing

  • @timmeckhoff8344
    @timmeckhoff8344 4 месяца назад

    Watching this video in 2024 because I just love my X100V but boy, you are an amazing artist. Your storytelling is captivating and very well done. Thanks for your work and for sharing. Best wishes from Germany.

  • @joshhoe
    @joshhoe 5 месяцев назад

    I love my XT4 !! Hybrid shooter here !!

  • @MahiHasan-hc5jy
    @MahiHasan-hc5jy 5 месяцев назад

    2min 30sec intro nice 🙂👍

  • @mohamadahmad7171
    @mohamadahmad7171 5 месяцев назад

    this video is a piece of art

  • @nourhanbalian3294
    @nourhanbalian3294 5 месяцев назад

    very cool man

  • @nicklopro
    @nicklopro 5 месяцев назад

    Beautiful shots! Your stills are great man! Your b roll is awesome too. Ok so this part following this sentence is copy pasted because I am trying to promote something, but honestly great job! I have subscribed in hopes of living vicariously through you as you shoot your leica because I'll probably never be able to own one. BTW, please don't be upset if you scroll upon my video making fun of leica owners. It was all a joke for internet attention. I don't want to get cancelled by the film community before I get a reel following.

  • @jan-martinulvag1962
    @jan-martinulvag1962 7 месяцев назад

    I only shoot jpegs, and I have 30 cameras. As long as you shoot jpegs you have 30 different kinds of images to look at. When you shoot raw you get to the same result every time and you forget that the people that created the jpegs are smarter than you. I am a photographer,, not a photoshopper.

  • @kitwilson9796
    @kitwilson9796 7 месяцев назад

    awesome video. I shoot sony and have 2x a7iv's. I moved from sony APSC to full frame about 5 years ago when starting to do professional work. I had the sony a6000, then sony a6500. the change to full frame for profressional use makes sense for me and the images look more professional.In saying that, I recently just purchased the fuji x100vi to have that light small camera fell where i can take it anywhere and do need to worry about editing the RAWs. to have a camera that didnt feel like work all the time

  • @itis_42
    @itis_42 7 месяцев назад

    I woke up a bit lazy, watched your post… and now, I feel motivated 😂

  • @jeanjack262
    @jeanjack262 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks, Christopher...you convinced me...I'm now buying the XT4

  • @Amcacs5654
    @Amcacs5654 8 месяцев назад

    I switched to Sony in 2020 and it hasn’t really inspired me to shoot. I recently have been shooting film on a Canon AE-1 and have fallen in love with it. It’s so much better than shooting on the A7IV. I like that Fuji has the dials like old analog cameras. They seem way more fun to shoot with than Sony.

  • @tapio8417
    @tapio8417 8 месяцев назад

    I don't think your reasons were silly at all. I used to have xt4 which I switched to eos r and now have debated for the past few months to switch back to Fuji. Mayde trying xpro3? The reason I originally switched to eos r was 1. Fuji RAW incompatible issues with adobe 2. Eos r is full frame. But now I have missed and craved the FEELING and the EXPERIENCE of the Fuji. The total Fuji (so to speak) ecosystem of shooting is just more inspiring to me. I enjoy that the jpegs looks amazing and need just a little retouch if anything. Also I haven't even needed to shoot RAW that much. Fuji jpg's are so dense that they hold well when edited as long as it's not anything hard core. I also prefer make the lighting etc. decisions in advance. I don't particularly enjoy the endless opportunities when you can almost lit the photo afterwards with modern RAW files. I enjoy it when you NEED to make the decisions before hand and I also truly believe it makes you actually a better photographer. My debate with canon/fuji is still on the way, so will see what happens xD

  • @alienmoondudes8071
    @alienmoondudes8071 8 месяцев назад

    Beautiful videos of your dog 😊

  • @Lifebydesignvlogs
    @Lifebydesignvlogs 8 месяцев назад

    Here impatiently waiting for my Fuji x100VI to come I can’t wait.

  • @krustysurfer
    @krustysurfer 8 месяцев назад

    Does Fuji make its own sensor's?

  • @sn4rl277
    @sn4rl277 8 месяцев назад

    The one thing to consider when purchasing a Fuji camera that I was not fully aware of before hand. Is if you do any RAW post work, be ready to use Capture One over Lightroom. Lightroom just recently put out a update to help with Fuji Raw in Lightroom, but it requires you to turn on the extra feature for ever photo which takes around 4 to 5 second per photo. Capture One will make Fuji Raw's look so much better. And Fuji just killed off the Free version of Capture One so you will have to pay for Capture One moving forward. But if your just wanting out of the camera jpg's then Fuji is really good for then you should be good to go. So you may have to adjust how you intend on do post with Fuji if you use Lightroom. It's just one more step in post that I was not fully aware of till I actually started using a Fuji camera. And had I know it before hand, I may have planned differently.

  • @AA-im3pz
    @AA-im3pz 9 месяцев назад

    Great summary for a video. Absolutely 5 stars. Thank you ☺️

  • @HouseOwl
    @HouseOwl 9 месяцев назад

    If You're Gonna Film In 4K You Should Shave Your PATCHY "BEARD" And Stop KeyFraming Camera ZOOMs Onto Your Face🤮🤢 Motion Sickness And Discusting, Don't Mix🤡

  • @Akagami753
    @Akagami753 9 месяцев назад

    Hi, i have a question. I've been dead set on buying the xs20 for a long time. It's new, has all the features that xt-4 has and more. Which one among the two would you like to buy if had the chance? (I'm going to buy my first-ever camera and photography is ofc the main thing but i want to learn some filmmaking on personal level in future two, that's i was planning to go with fuji18-55 instead of sigma 18-50 as 18-55 has OIS, so ibis plus ois will help i me better i guess) please please please, it's very important.

  • @shortshorts4265
    @shortshorts4265 9 месяцев назад

    Same reasoning here but I'm getting the OG X-T3 probably cant push it to its limits

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 9 месяцев назад

      Nice! Nothing wrong with the XT3. Still such a great camera for its price and features.

  • @malenky4057
    @malenky4057 9 месяцев назад

    Damn, I clicked on a camera video, didn't expect to be watching a movie and being brought to tears. Hats off to you.

  • @Ponskippa
    @Ponskippa 9 месяцев назад

    I went on a trip for a friends wedding. One day before we left from the hotel, I stood there for a second. My friend says let’s go, what’s up? I said I’m debating if I wanna carry my camera all day today. He says, can’t you just use your phone? I said 😐 yeah, you right. And left the bulky camera behind lol 🤦🏻

  • @robertlamont2611
    @robertlamont2611 9 месяцев назад

    RUclips how it should be done…. Brilliant. 👏👏

  • @kdbarham
    @kdbarham 9 месяцев назад

    Really enjoyed this😊 The noble phone photography is definitely overlooked. I recently started using my iPhone and Lightroom mobile to create photos. Thanks for sharing ❤

  • @LucivoryPhotography
    @LucivoryPhotography 9 месяцев назад

    I love your work. Keep up the great work and look forward to seeing more.

  • @ramiroclassic
    @ramiroclassic 9 месяцев назад

    What are your thoughts on the Fuji XS20? I am torn between the x-t4 and the xs20. My main use is video. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

    • @Akagami753
      @Akagami753 9 месяцев назад

      Exactly the same man. Xs20 is new and has all the features that xt4 has. Super confused which should be better.

  • @WestonWoodfin
    @WestonWoodfin 9 месяцев назад

    Great Video Christopher! I don’t have the x100v, I’m an X-E4 shooter. But I still watched and enjoyed this entire video!

  • @NicolaZamberlan
    @NicolaZamberlan 9 месяцев назад

    Yes you can take videos and photos with phone, but I haven’t the joy like have in my hands a good camera. So this discussion is good for people that haven’t passion for videography or photography. Sure, the best camera is that you have with you to capture the moment. For that reason there are compact camera like Fuji, Ricoh or similar

  • @Rexyspride
    @Rexyspride 9 месяцев назад

    Great to see you're back. I hope you're doing well. Burnout can be tough dude. f you need a break, take a break!

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 9 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much, man. I definitely took a good long one!

  • @vashdstampede2126
    @vashdstampede2126 9 месяцев назад

    Oh gawd I missed those luscious locks of hair 😍

  • @kadirgold
    @kadirgold 9 месяцев назад

    Doubt I'd be upgrading. 40mpx takes this camera 'away' from the reason I wanted one in the first place. People are being fooled by 'higher' specs.

    • @RazeTheWeak
      @RazeTheWeak 9 месяцев назад

      Man, I agree. I’m cool with the better autofocus algorithms and newer batters. Kinda eh about IBIS. No desire for 40mp, though. If I want high res, I’ll out my A7R5.

  • @mdw1927
    @mdw1927 9 месяцев назад

    Good to see you back. The one accessory I could not forego is the thumb grip. I also take a small Instax printer with me for travelling. The app is much better now, not perfect but much better. I shall probably preorder the next version but my trusty, now 3 year old V, is going nowhere.

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 9 месяцев назад

      The instax printer is a good call! I’ve always thought about using one of those. I have a feeling I’ll be picking up the new camera as soon as it’s available for preorder. I’ll be selling my V, which is a very bittersweet feeling.

  • @chelseanorton7885
    @chelseanorton7885 10 месяцев назад

    Great imagery and vibes here, man! Great to see a new vid from you!!! I would order that lens hood and thumb grip right now if I wasn't waiting (and saving) to preorder the VI. 😂 I upgraded my F for the V for the weathersealing and thought I'd stick with it forever, buuuuut the rumored new specs are sounding good!

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 9 месяцев назад

      I’m hoping I can reuse some of this stuff, but I won’t hold my breath haha. Can’t wait to see this thing!

  • @filmbox3957
    @filmbox3957 10 месяцев назад

    lets go!!! Chris is back!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @OITW
    @OITW 10 месяцев назад

    App has definitely gotten better. It still has quirks like random crashes, but I've done some remote shooting with it successfully. I've got a Clever Supply Co strap on my birthday wishlist right now 😬 Not so interested in the X100 series, but I'd stick my hand out if I got one for free for sure 😂 One accessory I love is having a half case--I got one for my X-S10, and immediately got one once I finally got an X-T4. It's got a great look, and it also lets me feel like I set my camera down without worrying about scratching it or bumping it. Also, honorable mention goes to black tape on black cameras to black out branding--keep the people guessing what camera you got to start a conversation 😅 Nice to see you back in the Tube!

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 10 месяцев назад

      I do love those half cases! I have one on one of my 35mm cameras. Honorable mention to gaff tape 😂😂😂 Thanks man!

  • @dccoletrain
    @dccoletrain 10 месяцев назад

    40 MP with IBIS and a price increase of what we know so far about the VI… I really don’t need one but I might preorder 😂

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 10 месяцев назад

      Yup, that’s what I’m seeing too. And it’s 100% a day one preorder for me too 😂

  • @clarhettcoalfield3616
    @clarhettcoalfield3616 10 месяцев назад

    Nice to see you back Ray, cheers.

  • @WhoIsSerafin
    @WhoIsSerafin 10 месяцев назад

    Modern lenses don’t need lenses hoods, hate them never use them. The app still stinks. Love the camera but since 2016 I’ve been able to download raw and video on my Olympus cameras. Come on Fuji get with the last decade! Highly recommend shoot film co for straps. They look like leather but made of rubber. And I like the brass hardware.

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 10 месяцев назад

      That’s a shame you have a poor experience with the app. It simply works for me with no issues.

    • @WhoIsSerafin
      @WhoIsSerafin 10 месяцев назад

      @@Christopher_Ray I mean it’s fine for JPEG, but by now raw and video should be standard

  • @mahmutcelik6257
    @mahmutcelik6257 10 месяцев назад

    Hey man, I just watched your video and I was also going between Sony and Fujifilm and it seems like i am now convinced on Fuji. I was wondering your thoughts about Fuji XT5. I mostly do street videography instead of photography and used to get my all job done with an iPhone but now I need to switch to a camera so would you recommend the XT5 for me?

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 9 месяцев назад

      Any reason you “need” to switch to a traditional camera over your phone? I think the XT5 is great, but many would argue it’s a photography-first camera with its higher MP count and display design choice. I think you could get great video out of an XT4 for less money, but if you already have a newer iPhone like the 14 Pro or 15 Pro, you could film in ProRes or LOG and capture some really good video out of those as well.

  • @adityaxd1628
    @adityaxd1628 10 месяцев назад

    wt camera are u using to video this short

  • @EsteOeste-vw7ps
    @EsteOeste-vw7ps 11 месяцев назад

    Beautiful video! Loved the vibe, music and the Images!. Maine has been on my bucket list, but never could find a decent fair/pckg deal So I havent been there yet.