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I had the original X100 that I sold when I bought the X100V when it launched. I don’t regret buying the V, but I do regret selling the original. The quirks and limitations of that camera were just far more fun to work with. It’s great to see you back again!
@@gearreallydoesntmatter cool! Balance is important. Glad to see some of your content again. I found your channel when I was deciding on which camera brand to go with back in 2019 and binged a ton of your videos. Very helpful stuff.
Sooo nice to see a Mattias Burling video again. I bought my Olympus EP-1 and XZ-2 because of you. They mostly collect dust now but every now and then we go out for some fun and great photos. Hope to see more. Cheers from cold wintery Ontario Canada
I agree, the S is probably the one to get. I have the 1st gen X100 and it's so slow it's distracting from photography (constantly missing good photos because the AF either misses or takes too long). I had the X100S and don't remember having such problems.
I bought the X100s in 2013 and mine is one of the early models having the serial number 272. It was not easily available in the UK at the time so I imported mine from Hong Kong. Despite having a room full of pro gear the Fuji X100s is still my go to camera for personal work. It has travelled with me across Europe and the USA many times and has never produced a poor image. A photograph taken with the X100s won me the title of photographer of the year in a competition run by a regional newspaper here in the UK back in 2014. It was the camera I grabbed to record the first pictures of my new grandson a few weeks ago. If I had a complaint it would be the battery meter does not show the battery discharging it gos from 100% to zero without notice so I have learned to carry a spare battery.
Interesting, mine has serial number #256 and ordered it on its release day. It is not very much used and still as new. An excellent camera to use, maybe the best i own.
@@linmajon If it is maybe the best camera you own, maybe you should show it more love. My S doesn’t get out of the house much. Bad on me. I will rectify that this week. This is a fun camera to use. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
@@martingreenberg870 Yes and no. It is my best kamera to use for several reasons, with size, dials for settings inclusive A positions for auto and much more but the fixed lens and small sensor makes me usually use my FF camera. The new x100 VI would probably not make me much more happier.
Two notes, 1. As always I get tons of comments about price from people either looking locally in an expensive market. Or doing the lazy search on eBay to see crazy ASKING prices from scalpers who take a shot in the dark (not expecting to sell). As I have said before, a good deal doesn't sit and wait for you. You need to have a couple of trusted sources and check regularly. Ive seen several well bellow 400 both in stores with warranty and eBay in the last couple of months. 2. I forgot to mention another plus with these older versions with older processors. The battery life is really good 👍
Hi Mattias, thank you so much for your encouragement with all of the time and effort that you put into reading and reply to your comments on top of all of the other work that you do. If I may (😅), I can't speak for others, but for myself I don't believe that I'm being lazy. I understand that the deals aren't waiting for you and that you have to do the work of a hunter, but I feel that I lack those trusted sources and other knowledge and skill needed to find those low prices. I've watched some videos in the past that give advice on how to make better searches, but I didn't have much success putting into practice what I learned from those particular people. How did you get so good at finding great bargains? I would love to learn and improve and I'm sure that others would also greatly appreciate your teaching with whatever you're willing to impart if you would further elaborate on your points. If you've already done this mentioning a direct reference with a link to it in this video and-or in the description might be helpful. Thank you for your patience and understanding and, as always, for your excellent videos and beautiful photography.
Thank you for your views, having owned a 100s I agree. Please tell me what focusing setup you use for street photography eg zone focus, tracking, single shot or continuous? Thank you.
@@Bob-Horse Thank you for your comment. My primary concentration is landscape and nature photography. My focus setup is a bit situational, but currently I most often have my camera set for single shot and evaluating the full scene. I hope this answers your questions, Cheers
@@Bob-Horseaccording to DOF Master’s calculator, f8 focused to 6ft will get you a zone of 3.95 ft to 12.5 ft. You can set the camera to single focus, hold the camera at head level (+/- your height to get to 6 ft) and half-press the shutter to focus on the ground, switch to MF and go shooting.
The only Fuji cameras i really enjoyed were the X70 and the X-Pro1 with the 27mm... such a joy to use! I kinda made the experience that with every new generation of their sensor it lost some of it's magic... still prefer my Ricoh GRII if i need something super portable
I purchased my x100s in 2023. It turned out to be my gateway-drug into the Fuji system. Love the camera. Yes, too large, too slow, but it makes you want to take it with you, it makes you look ate the world as photos, makes you shoot and experiment. Also, love the nd filter (I have it under the fn button, perfect). I shot awesome shots and am always tempted by the F or V, but probably can never sell my S, it is just a joy in taking photos.
X100VI is on my wishlit once it will be available. I mean the bump in resolution is nice but the addition of IBIS makes it the real perfect package to travel, because now you can shoot handheld in every situation and the biggest point is for video, you get high quality video with film simulation and ND which is crazy. No need to color grade, no need to bring ND filters, you can just shoot your film simulation like eterna in 4k or 6k with stabilization.
Hah! I watched this video 3 weeks ago... And I am back! Been on lookout for a 2nd Fuji camera for a long time, so my wife and I can shoot together on our travels and other family outings. I was looking for a used X100 series camera for a long time, but they are almost as elusive in my country, as Nessie, the Loch Ness monster... Today I found an used X100s at my local camerashop in pristine condition - really, it looks like it came from the factory yesterday - with only 19400 photos taken, one year of warranty, for 500 Euros. I bought it immediately.
Couldn't agree more. Got my X100S used in 2015 and still use it, when travelling light is key. Bought a used X100F later on for it's speed and features, but kept the 'S' - just wouldn't sell my first Fujifilm... Sold the 'F' and got a used Xpro2 wich I LOVE! The Xpro2 with a 35 1,4 - 23 1,4 - 56 1,2 and the X100S as a great sidekick. I'm very happy :-) Greetings from Köpenhamn!
Still rockin' a Nikon D500. (Never did the Fujifilm cameras - but LOVE the film!) So I don't have a favorite other than to say - glad to see your videos no matter what the subject. Your videos are informative, beautiful, and FUN. Thanks!
Prices for the X100 series in Australia are quite high. A photographer I met bought the original for around $250 AUD, and then when the X100V shortages started prices for the original X100 went up to around $1000 AUD. I considered going for the X100V when it came out but couldn't justify it as I have the X100F, which in my opinion is still an amazing camera today. The X100S and X100T are still excellent options for those who want that rangefinder style experience. Good to see you back Legend
@@gearreallydoesntmatter Absolutely. I had someone offer to buy it off me from RUclips, but I will never do that. This camera taught me so much about photography.
Although I have several X100 cameras, I naturally gravitate to my X100s by default. The B&W results are captivating (in my opinion). Thank you for sharing your content & (wise) choice preference.
I own and purchased my X100S in 2014! this camera is with me everywhere I go. Last year, 2023, I decided to send it to Fuji here in the USA, to their repair and maintenance center in New-Jersey. I have scratched the display by carrying it together with a small tripod. The display still works as it should, but I wanted to fix it. After calling Fuji and being told to send it, it was returned to me in the same state, with the laconic message: too old, no spares... This is why I would not purchase another Fuji camera again. If I replace my X100S, it will be with a Leica Q3.
I love my X100s! It was signed by Obama’s photographer Pete Souza and I’ve taken it EVERYWHERE. It recently suffered a tiny fall where it the corner of the camera hit concrete and the shutter failed. Shockingly, I’ve dropped it in FAR worse ways over the years. That last SD card had one of the best photos I’ve ever taken on it. Alas, my X100s is retired to the shelf now. That signature is worth too much to me to risk having it repaired.
Traded in the X100V and bought a XE2. Best decision ever. Love the Xtrans II and I love being able to swap (prime) lenses, even vintage lenses. Happy days, never missed the X100V. Newer is not always better.. for me
Happy to see you back with a new video! I briefly owned the X100V but I sold it again, as I thought it was just too heavy for everyday carry. Going back to my GR IIIx but getting the small GV-3 OVF.
I just got the X100T (third) used but like new (1k shutter) and I must say I'm in love with it now, The hype for the V just made me hate the X100, but now i understand with this camera is so beloved. I mean the size, the image quality and tactile feel but also the leaf shutter is the main selling point for me. and to be true its such a beauty.
Happy that you’re back! I’ve been using the XE1 similarly with a manual focus 7artisans 25mm n it has brought nothing but joy for the longest time. All d pro gear in the house n i just end up carrying the XE1 n my trusty Nikon F2
I have always been doing centre focus and recompose. It's pretty quick and I don't think I have lost a pic because it was out of focus. Being a wider lens also helps.
I love my X100F. Was able to get one for about $500 US BEFORE the release of the V in Like New condition. The big advantage to me for the X100F is the D-PAD. I can have so many more shortcuts, it's really great. X-Trans 2 is still a solid sensor.
My favorite x100 is my x-e3 with vintage glass. Though I am close to getting my first AF lens for it. XF 18-55 or a prime like Xc 35mm or some 50mm from Samyang or Viltrox. Dunno. Your videos became very rare...I kind off miss them....
I have the original and the X100 F. Love the F but regret selling the original. And even if I have the F I use mostly my Xpro 1 (and Dp2 those last days)
In addition to my full-frame camera, I have been using the Fuji X100S for six months now. It took some getting used to at first, but I am now very happy with it. It has everything I need for street photography and travel photography. The 16 megapixel is sufficient. Partly due to the hype surrounding the X100V, prices have risen. Because I always photograph in RAW, I don't need all kinds of recipes for the JPG files. In short, a nice tool for the price of a prime Fuji lens.
I have my five year old X100F that I use quite a lot. It has held it’s value really well. It’s worth more now than when I bought it. The images it makes are just incredible. Glad to see a video from you!
oh man, I miss my S. Sold it many years ago and regretted it. I really liked the nice soft rendering of images, portraits were to die for taking with this camera.
I have the original, which I consider the only unsoldable gear I have. If one day it stops working permanently, I’d use it as a shelf decoration. Never warmed to the F. And since moved to the X-Pro line.
I'll be sticking with my V over the VI. As much as I like my X-T5's better ergonomics, battery life, IBIS, etc., I'm less impressed with the sensor compared to my X-T3. I feel like the extra megapixels mostly result in higher noise. The V's 26MP sensor is plenty for me, even when I need to crop.
All the hype over the X100VI tempted me for a while, especially given the (promised) better availability of the new model over the V. However, after some thorough consideration and reflection on my actual use of the camera over the past decade since acquiring it, I will just hang on to my X100S. It has some surface scratches and nicks (mostly from the previous owner - I bought it in around 2014) and the diopter wheel fell inside the housing, but I've always loved the image quality I get from the sensor and lens combination. This video was a nice reminder of what a nice little camera this remains.
still have mine; used primarily for photography when I don't want to bring the DSLR ... the VI would definitely be an upgrade, but, I'm going to wait until the hype subsides which could be a long while.
Good luck with that. It will be a long time before Fuji catches up with the preorder demand. As long as you have some other bodies to keep you interested in photography you will be alright. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
As an "Everyday-normal-Guy" I don't have a preferred x100 model, because I've only tried/bought one of them. Luckily I got the f used for half the price of a new one incl. all accessories several years ago. I'd love a flip-up screen, but besides that it's still - and will be - an overall enjoy full experience! Thanks for another great video! Cheers, a fan...
Hey! Good to see a video from you! My favorite iteration of the X100 series is the T. Same great X-Trans II sensor that the S has, but the dial and button layout on the back of the camera is refined and completely takes care of all the "little" complaints I had about my S. But I'm not up to date on what all the generations are selling for, so I guess it all comes down to what one is willing to pay for the "little" things. P.S. Hope the family is doing well!
There he is! Yeah its a price issue for sure. I tend not to use my X100 cameras as much as my main camera or pocket camera. So budget friendly makes more sense to me. But the T sure is nice. How you and yours are well!
Congratulations on your purchase. I had predicted upon the release of the X100VI the V prices would crater. Maybe because of the VI backlog this isn’t happening as fast as I thought. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Photographically speaking I often wonder what it is that people are doing that they need the latest and greatest. I use two cameras with 10+ year-old tech as my primary cameras and they produce outstanding image quality. I don't have any real reason to buy something newer from a technical POV.
"Old" tech is amazing now. There's so much outrageously good used stuff: Canon EF 24-105L, EF 135/2 L, 35/1.4 L. Nikon D850. The cutting edge is stunning, too. I sold the store to get an Iphone 15 Pro and am getting insanely sweet video shooting 4K/60 with Apple ProRes Log. Of course, a 4-minute song is 37.4 GB, but I find it's worth it. But I babble...
@@Indrakusuma_a GREAT price! Thrift store shopping is like going on a treasure hunt. Think of all the shoppers before you that didn’t recognize the bargain. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Fortunate to have bought my X100F brand new in 2020 during the pandemic, before the price inflation and hype happened. Almost 4 years later I’m still discovering what it can do and It’ll be part of my arsenal for a long time to come. Super fun, versatile camera indeed 👍
I bought x100s in 2014 for about 600 usd, my first camera Then i want something wider for family trips so I got xpro2 + 16mm, beautiful but also big lens The perfect combination for me xpro2 and 35mm 1.4 for some times Your contents save me a lot of money not to upgrade to newer body But your content also made me spend quite a sum for leica m10 and 50mm 😂
X100v was my first 100, and it constantly delivers. Having access to nd filter and flash makes it a fantastic jack of all trades. The camera is very silent and stealhy and really opposite to my GFX100s which has a completely different use case. Will try out the digital zoom, feel the need for 50 mm when at small concerts for example. Will I replace my 100v with a VI…no, let the tiktok generation buy it and play with it.
I got my 100s in 2019 for 300 Euros with low shutter caunt. The only thing that isnt good for me is the slow AF. Nowadays they want crazy prizes for such an old camera. I' ve I had more time for photography I would think about to spend the money in an newer version. But for taking only a few pictures in the moment I better safe my money. My only complain is that it's very difficult taking pictures of my 1 year old son with that slow camera. 😅 May I change my mind soon and go for the 100V or even the Vi as long as they are available 😅
Last year i bought X100F in facebook marketplace for $250 with lcd off, fix it with lcd replacement only $25, best find in my life. Then sold it $600, because i much prefer my trusty X70 for my shooting style, thank's to your X70 old video, welcome back my lord mattias 😁
Never had an X100 camera. It does remind me a lot of my first camera - my dads old Minolta AL-F, I inherited as a boy, when he passed away. But, these days, I prefer either more compact cameras or cameras with interchangeable lenses.
ive owned all x100 generation but keep going back to the very first one. have the vi on pre-order but might not last for long either, for some reason i never liked playing with xtran raw files
for similar price, in here you can get X100T. but yea, the hype for compact cameras is too much. even the not so popular Coolpix A, price so high rocketing.
Inflation has made pretty much all Fuji camera's ridiculously overpriced....to the point that camera's like this are often priced above even release MSRP. Even older ones like the XT-2 have shot up in price. You used to be able to get an XT-2 for nearly $300. Now you will mostly find it for ~$600. And you don't even want to know what they're trying to sell an XPRO2 for. To put it further into perspective, even the X100F, a camera that released for $500, is often listed at well above double its launch price. It's insanity, especially because these cameras get older and older by the day, which should depreciate their value. Their value is depreciated, it's just that sellers are greedy and don't want to accept it. No one is actually paying these prices, so they end up in a spiral where people don't pay the prices so the camera sits and gets older, and the older it gets the higher the price they keep asking, because "inflation". They don't want to come back down to reality, so these cameras will just sit collecting dust, and everyone loses in the end. The greedy sellers lose. The prospective buyers lose. Photography as a whole, loses.
I love the colors and feel of the X100S, but the hunting AF makes me crazy. I agree on most points, but it’s not suitable for my current use (capturing a growing toddler). I’ll gladly switch and I‘ve already preordered the VI.
I'm still using my X100T and you'll have to tear it out of my cold, dead hands. I took it with me on a bikepacking trip through the Caucasus mountains where it survived 43° days and -5° nights. If it dies, I'll just buy the same one again. I think it offers slightly better bang for your buck than the X100S. Then again, I got a pretty good deal on mine. I bought it used 5 years ago for 450€.
I use the X-S10 as my main camera, but I've always found the rangefinder style beautiful. The X100 series is beautiful, but I find the fixed lens limiting and I would miss the option to change it. So it is a fact that 23mm (35mm) is a super universal focus, but sometimes a longer or wider glass is useful. So I bought a used X-E1 and found it to be an excellent camera. I've started taking it with me a lot more than my X-S10 for casual photography. After a year I bought a used X-E2 and I would say that the E2 or E3 is the ideal camera if you want an X100 with many lenses. From the E2 model you have eye focus available, better AF overall, classic chrome simulation. You can pair it with many AF and manual lenses and achieve a similar size as the X100. Great choice.
Congratulations on your XE purchases. In a lot of ways the XE series is the X100 without the tricky EVF and it has interchangeable lenses. A very nice choice. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
I would normally agree with skipping the hype, but unfortunately all old iterations are inflated in the UK because of the hype. So in this instance it made more sense for me to pre order the new one. Ridiculous scenario. Wish I’d kept my older x100t
New one is about €1700 more than a used x100s in stores and online here. The x100v has been in stock the whole time during the hype so used its about €700 less than the X100VI. So for me the new one is a tough cookie to justify.
I’ve been lucky enough to own the S, T and V. The X100V was the one I liked the most, but with the prices being crazy I did sell it for $700 more than what I paid for it new and bought and GRIIIx and had plenty of money left over. I’m curious about the next model but quite happy with the pocket-friendly Ricoh. I keep an eye out for the original X100 though cause I would love to try it!
That’s crazy. I can just buy it in a shop at regular price and shipping to any part of the world would obviously be less than $700. But some have more money than sense :)
I had the original X100 when it launched. Beautiful photos but a b**** to use in its early days. I think I sold it before some issues were fixed. A few months ago I opted for the X100T from a retailer I trust. It had the XTtrans2 sensor I love and was only a little more than the X100S. And I got the 1 year warranty from the retailer which, previously saved me several hundred quid when my XPro1 conked out within the warranty period.
the VI is out any day. Why in the world would I need IBIS, more mega pixels that no 'photographer' needs/ or video??? Really?? I mean, if you need to crop you don't need a fixed lens camera. And who in the world would pay more for a camera made in China then one made in Japan?? I've had three up to the V. It's all I'll ever need.... Keep doing your thing Mattias! Love your content!
I've used x100s for around 10 years for street photos and what not. It's so great. But in 2024, there's still a lot of camera that has better auto and manual focus. I've sold mine last year after having Xt4 for around 2 years. X100VI however, is exciting🤤🤤
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I had the original X100 that I sold when I bought the X100V when it launched. I don’t regret buying the V, but I do regret selling the original. The quirks and limitations of that camera were just far more fun to work with.
It’s great to see you back again!
I have a MINT x100S for sale
He's back!
😊Yes!!! Miss this guy sooooo much !!!
Kids older so there is starting to emerge some free time here and there. But it won't be the same frequency as before.
@@gearreallydoesntmatter As a fellow dad with two little kids, I appreciate that you prioritized them instead of your channel.
@@gearreallydoesntmatter cool! Balance is important. Glad to see some of your content again. I found your channel when I was deciding on which camera brand to go with back in 2019 and binged a ton of your videos. Very helpful stuff.
What did you end up getting?
Sooo nice to see a Mattias Burling video again. I bought my Olympus EP-1 and XZ-2 because of you. They mostly collect dust now but every now and then we go out for some fun and great photos. Hope to see more. Cheers from cold wintery Ontario Canada
Can I have the xz 2 😊
I have to say that Mattias has made me by the Nikon DF, Stylus 1 and XZ-2 😍
Because his video are awesome like the cameras
I agree, the S is probably the one to get. I have the 1st gen X100 and it's so slow it's distracting from photography (constantly missing good photos because the AF either misses or takes too long). I had the X100S and don't remember having such problems.
I bought the X100s in 2013 and mine is one of the early models having the serial number 272. It was not easily available in the UK at the time so I imported mine from Hong Kong. Despite having a room full of pro gear the Fuji X100s is still my go to camera for personal work. It has travelled with me across Europe and the USA many times and has never produced a poor image. A photograph taken with the X100s won me the title of photographer of the year in a competition run by a regional newspaper here in the UK back in 2014. It was the camera I grabbed to record the first pictures of my new grandson a few weeks ago. If I had a complaint it would be the battery meter does not show the battery discharging it gos from 100% to zero without notice so I have learned to carry a spare battery.
That's cool!
Ive used it for pro work as well. No complaints. An army buddy took it on deployment to the desert for 6 months. Never skipped a beat.
Interesting, mine has serial number #256 and ordered it on its release day. It is not very much used and still as new. An excellent camera to use, maybe the best i own.
@@linmajon If it is maybe the best camera you own, maybe you should show it more love.
My S doesn’t get out of the house much. Bad on me. I will rectify that this week. This is a fun camera to use.
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@@martingreenberg870 Yes and no. It is my best kamera to use for several reasons, with size, dials for settings inclusive A positions for auto and much more but the fixed lens and small sensor makes me usually use my FF camera. The new x100 VI would probably not make me much more happier.
Two notes,
1. As always I get tons of comments about price from people either looking locally in an expensive market. Or doing the lazy search on eBay to see crazy ASKING prices from scalpers who take a shot in the dark (not expecting to sell). As I have said before, a good deal doesn't sit and wait for you. You need to have a couple of trusted sources and check regularly. Ive seen several well bellow 400 both in stores with warranty and eBay in the last couple of months.
2. I forgot to mention another plus with these older versions with older processors. The battery life is really good 👍
Hi Mattias, thank you so much for your encouragement with all of the time and effort that you put into reading and reply to your comments on top of all of the other work that you do. If I may (😅), I can't speak for others, but for myself I don't believe that I'm being lazy. I understand that the deals aren't waiting for you and that you have to do the work of a hunter, but I feel that I lack those trusted sources and other knowledge and skill needed to find those low prices. I've watched some videos in the past that give advice on how to make better searches, but I didn't have much success putting into practice what I learned from those particular people. How did you get so good at finding great bargains? I would love to learn and improve and I'm sure that others would also greatly appreciate your teaching with whatever you're willing to impart if you would further elaborate on your points. If you've already done this mentioning a direct reference with a link to it in this video and-or in the description might be helpful. Thank you for your patience and understanding and, as always, for your excellent videos and beautiful photography.
Thank you for your views, having owned a 100s I agree. Please tell me what focusing setup you use for street photography eg zone focus, tracking, single shot or continuous? Thank you.
@@Bob-Horse Thank you for your comment. My primary concentration is landscape and nature photography. My focus setup is a bit situational, but currently I most often have my camera set for single shot and evaluating the full scene. I hope this answers your questions, Cheers
@@Bob-Horseaccording to DOF Master’s calculator, f8 focused to 6ft will get you a zone of 3.95 ft to 12.5 ft. You can set the camera to single focus, hold the camera at head level (+/- your height to get to 6 ft) and half-press the shutter to focus on the ground, switch to MF and go shooting.
My x100s is a great camera for a lot of reasons, but battery life is definitely not one of them.
The only Fuji cameras i really enjoyed were the X70 and the X-Pro1 with the 27mm... such a joy to use! I kinda made the experience that with every new generation of their sensor it lost some of it's magic... still prefer my Ricoh GRII if i need something super portable
I kinda agree. The X-Pro3 was the first magic added in a long while.
I purchased my x100s in 2023. It turned out to be my gateway-drug into the Fuji system. Love the camera. Yes, too large, too slow, but it makes you want to take it with you, it makes you look ate the world as photos, makes you shoot and experiment. Also, love the nd filter (I have it under the fn button, perfect).
I shot awesome shots and am always tempted by the F or V, but probably can never sell my S, it is just a joy in taking photos.
I won't skip X100VI but glad that you are back:)
Im sure it will be an excellent camera. The new high res will probably be a lot of fun.
@@gearreallydoesntmatterThe Fujifilm X100V has 7 custom user presets which you can put in kodak recipes etc, how many does the X100S have.
@@cariza5 Only 3. Enough for me, I only use the standard Provia, the vivid Velvia and an altered PRO Neg. Std recipe that mimics Classic Chrome.
You sound rich. Must be a dem super pact
X100VI is on my wishlit once it will be available. I mean the bump in resolution is nice but the addition of IBIS makes it the real perfect package to travel, because now you can shoot handheld in every situation and the biggest point is for video, you get high quality video with film simulation and ND which is crazy.
No need to color grade, no need to bring ND filters, you can just shoot your film simulation like eterna in 4k or 6k with stabilization.
So happy to see you back!!
Hey Mattias! I was so excited to see your video - Welcome back!
Hah! I watched this video 3 weeks ago... And I am back! Been on lookout for a 2nd Fuji camera for a long time, so my wife and I can shoot together on our travels and other family outings. I was looking for a used X100 series camera for a long time, but they are almost as elusive in my country, as Nessie, the Loch Ness monster... Today I found an used X100s at my local camerashop in pristine condition - really, it looks like it came from the factory yesterday - with only 19400 photos taken, one year of warranty, for 500 Euros. I bought it immediately.
Nice 👍
Congratulations on your find and purchase. “I bought it immediately.” You can’t steal in slow motion.
Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
I'm so glad to hear your voice again!
I really like the way you present the cameras.
Thank you!
I used my 100S last weekend love it MADE in Japan
Couldn't agree more. Got my X100S used in 2015 and still use it, when travelling light is key. Bought a used X100F later on for it's speed and features, but kept the 'S' - just wouldn't sell my first Fujifilm... Sold the 'F' and got a used Xpro2 wich I LOVE! The Xpro2 with a 35 1,4 - 23 1,4 - 56 1,2 and the X100S as a great sidekick. I'm very happy :-) Greetings from Köpenhamn!
That’s a nice setup 👍
Still rockin' a Nikon D500. (Never did the Fujifilm cameras - but LOVE the film!) So I don't have a favorite other than to say - glad to see your videos no matter what the subject. Your videos are informative, beautiful, and FUN. Thanks!
D500 is still a top notch camera and could compete with anything.
Prices for the X100 series in Australia are quite high. A photographer I met bought the original for around $250 AUD, and then when the X100V shortages started prices for the original X100 went up to around $1000 AUD.
I considered going for the X100V when it came out but couldn't justify it as I have the X100F, which in my opinion is still an amazing camera today.
The X100S and X100T are still excellent options for those who want that rangefinder style experience.
Good to see you back Legend
X100F is still an amazing camera.
@@gearreallydoesntmatter Absolutely. I had someone offer to buy it off me from RUclips, but I will never do that. This camera taught me so much about photography.
So nice hearing from you bud.
Man I've missed your mini documentaries. This one was great as usual 👊🏾
Although I have several X100 cameras, I naturally gravitate to my X100s by default. The B&W results are captivating (in my opinion). Thank you for sharing your content & (wise) choice preference.
I own and purchased my X100S in 2014! this camera is with me everywhere I go. Last year, 2023, I decided to send it to Fuji here in the USA, to their repair and maintenance center in New-Jersey. I have scratched the display by carrying it together with a small tripod. The display still works as it should, but I wanted to fix it. After calling Fuji and being told to send it, it was returned to me in the same state, with the laconic message: too old, no spares...
This is why I would not purchase another Fuji camera again. If I replace my X100S, it will be with a Leica Q3.
I love my X100s! It was signed by Obama’s photographer Pete Souza and I’ve taken it EVERYWHERE. It recently suffered a tiny fall where it the corner of the camera hit concrete and the shutter failed. Shockingly, I’ve dropped it in FAR worse ways over the years. That last SD card had one of the best photos I’ve ever taken on it. Alas, my X100s is retired to the shelf now. That signature is worth too much to me to risk having it repaired.
Welcome back. It’s been too long.
x100vi is ridiculous anyway.
Same battery and IBIS xD Have fun with that. Also made in China.
Oh Wow..... Welcome back Mattias. I really missed watching your inspirational videos.
still use my x100T more than every other camera.
Same here!
heyyy, miss your voice. i buy pentax q after watch your video. and still love it until now. welcome back!
Pentax 🤘
I have an X100 "classic" and i think its great. Its not an xtrans sensor, of course, but it does have its own look to the files imo.
I always enjoy your vids. Great to see this one after a bit of a break
I have an x100s and love it!
Traded in the X100V and bought a XE2. Best decision ever. Love the Xtrans II and I love being able to swap (prime) lenses, even vintage lenses. Happy days, never missed the X100V. Newer is not always better.. for me
Thank you for this video, the x100s is far from a perfect camera, but every time I take it out from the bag, I fell in love all over again
Great analogy to the sports car. It’s funny, Ive been “threatening” to buy an X100 almost since the S was released.
Did you ever act upon your threat?
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Happy to see you back with a new video! I briefly owned the X100V but I sold it again, as I thought it was just too heavy for everyday carry. Going back to my GR IIIx but getting the small GV-3 OVF.
GR is always a good bet.
The GV-3 is expensive for what it is. It isn’t even an EVF. Will Ricoh ever put an EVF into the GR? Probably not.
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Yesssss, he’s back!
I just got the X100T (third) used but like new (1k shutter) and I must say I'm in love with it now,
The hype for the V just made me hate the X100, but now i understand with this camera is so beloved.
I mean the size, the image quality and tactile feel but also the leaf shutter is the main selling point for me.
and to be true its such a beauty.
Yeah the leaf shutter is definitely one of the selling points of fixed lens cameras.
Happy that you’re back! I’ve been using the XE1 similarly with a manual focus 7artisans 25mm n it has brought nothing but joy for the longest time. All d pro gear in the house n i just end up carrying the XE1 n my trusty Nikon F2
After both X100V and a Xpro3+35mmf1.4 no way my wife let me buy another camera😅
Buy it as a present for her and hope she gets bored with it 🤪
@@gearreallydoesntmatternice advice! How often does this trick work in your experience?!
Once :)
She has a Panasonic GM1 that Im pretty sure Im the only one using for the last 10 years.
😂
I missed your storytelling, Mattias. Welcome back 😊
I have always been doing centre focus and recompose. It's pretty quick and I don't think I have lost a pic because it was out of focus. Being a wider lens also helps.
That’s what I do most of the time. Even with cameras at work like the R5 which has all the bells and whistles.
I love my X100F. Was able to get one for about $500 US BEFORE the release of the V in Like New condition. The big advantage to me for the X100F is the D-PAD. I can have so many more shortcuts, it's really great. X-Trans 2 is still a solid sensor.
My favorite x100 is my x-e3 with vintage glass. Though I am close to getting my first AF lens for it. XF 18-55 or a prime like Xc 35mm or some 50mm from Samyang or Viltrox. Dunno.
Your videos became very rare...I kind off miss them....
I have the original and the X100 F.
Love the F but regret selling the original. And even if I have the F I use mostly my Xpro 1 (and Dp2 those last days)
X-Pro1 is gold.
X100 mk1 is the best out of all x100 series. Colors very similar to GFX raw files. Don't know why Fuji moves to xtran sensors.
In addition to my full-frame camera, I have been using the Fuji X100S for six months now. It took some getting used to at first, but I am now very happy with it. It has everything I need for street photography and travel photography. The 16 megapixel is sufficient. Partly due to the hype surrounding the X100V, prices have risen. Because I always photograph in RAW, I don't need all kinds of recipes for the JPG files. In short, a nice tool for the price of a prime Fuji lens.
I have my five year old X100F that I use quite a lot. It has held it’s value really well. It’s worth more now than when I bought it. The images it makes are just incredible. Glad to see a video from you!
oh man, I miss my S. Sold it many years ago and regretted it. I really liked the nice soft rendering of images, portraits were to die for taking with this camera.
I have the original, which I consider the only unsoldable gear I have. If one day it stops working permanently, I’d use it as a shelf decoration.
Never warmed to the F. And since moved to the X-Pro line.
I have one and I love it. I got it for around 200$.
Great price. Congratulations on your purchase.
Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Welcome back! Love watching your channel and it's great to see some new content. I hope this finds you well!
Welcome back!!!!!
I'll be sticking with my V over the VI. As much as I like my X-T5's better ergonomics, battery life, IBIS, etc., I'm less impressed with the sensor compared to my X-T3. I feel like the extra megapixels mostly result in higher noise. The V's 26MP sensor is plenty for me, even when I need to crop.
Definitely, 26mp will be enough for pretty much anything.
All the hype over the X100VI tempted me for a while, especially given the (promised) better availability of the new model over the V. However, after some thorough consideration and reflection on my actual use of the camera over the past decade since acquiring it, I will just hang on to my X100S. It has some surface scratches and nicks (mostly from the previous owner - I bought it in around 2014) and the diopter wheel fell inside the housing, but I've always loved the image quality I get from the sensor and lens combination. This video was a nice reminder of what a nice little camera this remains.
Yeah keep it until it falls apart 👍
still have mine; used primarily for photography when I don't want to bring the DSLR ... the VI would definitely be an upgrade, but, I'm going to wait until the hype subsides which could be a long while.
Good luck with that. It will be a long time before Fuji catches up with the preorder demand. As long as you have some other bodies to keep you interested in photography you will be alright.
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As an "Everyday-normal-Guy" I don't have a preferred x100 model, because I've only tried/bought one of them.
Luckily I got the f used for half the price of a new one incl. all accessories several years ago.
I'd love a flip-up screen, but besides that it's still - and will be - an overall enjoy full experience!
Thanks for another great video!
Cheers, a fan...
Hey! Good to see a video from you! My favorite iteration of the X100 series is the T. Same great X-Trans II sensor that the S has, but the dial and button layout on the back of the camera is refined and completely takes care of all the "little" complaints I had about my S. But I'm not up to date on what all the generations are selling for, so I guess it all comes down to what one is willing to pay for the "little" things. P.S. Hope the family is doing well!
There he is!
Yeah its a price issue for sure. I tend not to use my X100 cameras as much as my main camera or pocket camera. So budget friendly makes more sense to me. But the T sure is nice.
How you and yours are well!
@@gearreallydoesntmatterwhat are your main and pocket cameras these days?
@@andrewknewstubb3095Griii for sure
Soooo good to see you again!
Happy to be here!
I got a new x100v for just 1300€ about 5 days ago.
I'm definitely keeping it :)
Congratulations on your purchase. I had predicted upon the release of the X100VI the V prices would crater. Maybe because of the VI backlog this isn’t happening as fast as I thought.
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Photographically speaking I often wonder what it is that people are doing that they need the latest and greatest. I use two cameras with 10+ year-old tech as my primary cameras and they produce outstanding image quality. I don't have any real reason to buy something newer from a technical POV.
I guess its the fun of trying something else. But even then my advice is to skip the newest stuff. Buy used.
"Old" tech is amazing now. There's so much outrageously good used stuff: Canon EF 24-105L, EF 135/2 L, 35/1.4 L. Nikon D850. The cutting edge is stunning, too. I sold the store to get an Iphone 15 Pro and am getting insanely sweet video shooting 4K/60 with Apple ProRes Log. Of course, a 4-minute song is 37.4 GB, but I find it's worth it. But I babble...
I bought the X100S twice!
Gave the first version to my daughter. She's never used it.
If she isn’t using it take it back. She doesn’t know what she is missing. Hope she is happy with her phone camera.
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Paid $40 for the first version at a Thrift Store. I played with. Was ok. Sold it for $400 because of the popularity of these cameras.
Holy hell! 40 bucks?! Absolutely crazy!
@@Indrakusuma_a GREAT price! Thrift store shopping is like going on a treasure hunt. Think of all the shoppers before you that didn’t recognize the bargain.
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No charger though so it was a gamble. But I liked them odds. 🤣@@Indrakusuma_a
Fortunate to have bought my X100F brand new in 2020 during the pandemic, before the price inflation and hype happened. Almost 4 years later I’m still discovering what it can do and It’ll be part of my arsenal for a long time to come. Super fun, versatile camera indeed 👍
The only camera you will ever need. Blinding bit of kit. I have 7 cameras and the F goes with me every time, brilliant camera.
I bought x100s in 2014 for about 600 usd, my first camera
Then i want something wider for family trips so I got xpro2 + 16mm, beautiful but also big lens
The perfect combination for me xpro2 and 35mm 1.4 for some times
Your contents save me a lot of money not to upgrade to newer body
But your content also made me spend quite a sum for leica m10 and 50mm 😂
X100v was my first 100, and it constantly delivers. Having access to nd filter and flash makes it a fantastic jack of all trades. The camera is very silent and stealhy and really opposite to my GFX100s which has a completely different use case. Will try out the digital zoom, feel the need for 50 mm when at small concerts for example. Will I replace my 100v with a VI…no, let the tiktok generation buy it and play with it.
I got my 100s in 2019 for 300 Euros with low shutter caunt. The only thing that isnt good for me is the slow AF. Nowadays they want crazy prizes for such an old camera. I' ve I had more time for photography I would think about to spend the money in an newer version. But for taking only a few pictures in the moment I better safe my money. My only complain is that it's very difficult taking pictures of my 1 year old son with that slow camera. 😅 May I change my mind soon and go for the 100V or even the Vi as long as they are available 😅
Agree … my GR3 which I love, is mainly down to Matt … good to see you back mate … 😊
Last year i bought X100F in facebook marketplace for $250 with lcd off, fix it with lcd replacement only $25, best find in my life. Then sold it $600, because i much prefer my trusty X70 for my shooting style, thank's to your X70 old video, welcome back my lord mattias 😁
Good deal 👍
I'm still wishing I'd purchased an XE4 as an upgrade for my battered X20! Now that they've been discontinued they're stupidly expensive.
Never had an X100 camera. It does remind me a lot of my first camera - my dads old Minolta AL-F, I inherited as a boy, when he passed away. But, these days, I prefer either more compact cameras or cameras with interchangeable lenses.
Have the original X100 and still good enough.
Sometimes good enough is good enough.
Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
lol still shooting with the original x100. Not my only camera but it gets used regularly and it’s great.
My favourite is the X100s, as yours, I found it for 275€ and it’s a good price for a great camera.
ive owned all x100 generation but keep going back to the very first one. have the vi on pre-order but might not last for long either, for some reason i never liked playing with xtran raw files
Sad that the VI will be made in China. Even the S still sells for similar prices to T and F here in Canada.
Comment for the algorithm. Love your videos!
happy to have you back :)
correct! nothing to add ..(why use a 40 mp sensor with such a weak lens from its predecessors ...?)
Yes! And im still happy with my x100f🎉🎉🎉 nice video!
Hi Mattias. What a pleasure to hear your voice again. I have had X100 original in the past. Great compact cameras if not the best in the market!
for similar price, in here you can get X100T.
but yea, the hype for compact cameras is too much. even the not so popular Coolpix A, price so high rocketing.
The T is about $100 more around my parts.
The T is where its at. Market is going to be flooded next week onwards. Time to grab a bargain.
My favorite is still the X100F because if the Menu/OK and selector buttons!
Welcome back! 😊
isn’t the Sony R1 is the first apsc mirrorless; although it looks like a bridge camera
Still use the original x100 😅 absolutely love it
Haven't watched this yet, but already so glad to see you back on RUclips. 🙂
Seeing your images, now, I know, I have skill issues, gonna work on that.
I still enjoy my S.
Inflation has made pretty much all Fuji camera's ridiculously overpriced....to the point that camera's like this are often priced above even release MSRP. Even older ones like the XT-2 have shot up in price. You used to be able to get an XT-2 for nearly $300. Now you will mostly find it for ~$600. And you don't even want to know what they're trying to sell an XPRO2 for. To put it further into perspective, even the X100F, a camera that released for $500, is often listed at well above double its launch price. It's insanity, especially because these cameras get older and older by the day, which should depreciate their value. Their value is depreciated, it's just that sellers are greedy and don't want to accept it. No one is actually paying these prices, so they end up in a spiral where people don't pay the prices so the camera sits and gets older, and the older it gets the higher the price they keep asking, because "inflation". They don't want to come back down to reality, so these cameras will just sit collecting dust, and everyone loses in the end. The greedy sellers lose. The prospective buyers lose. Photography as a whole, loses.
Luckily we don’t have that problem here. X100V is regularly available in stores. Used prices are a little higher but nothing crazy.
I love the colors and feel of the X100S, but the hunting AF makes me crazy. I agree on most points, but it’s not suitable for my current use (capturing a growing toddler). I’ll gladly switch and I‘ve already preordered the VI.
It’s been fine with my 2 year old 👍
Was checking the X100s price in Germany - around 500 bucks used while the Sony RX100 is around 50 bucks. Are the Fuji systems really worth the price?
I would never pay 500 for a x100s. But comparing to the rx100 makes little sense imo.
I'm still using my X100T and you'll have to tear it out of my cold, dead hands. I took it with me on a bikepacking trip through the Caucasus mountains where it survived 43° days and -5° nights. If it dies, I'll just buy the same one again. I think it offers slightly better bang for your buck than the X100S. Then again, I got a pretty good deal on mine. I bought it used 5 years ago for 450€.
I use the X-S10 as my main camera, but I've always found the rangefinder style beautiful. The X100 series is beautiful, but I find the fixed lens limiting and I would miss the option to change it. So it is a fact that 23mm (35mm) is a super universal focus, but sometimes a longer or wider glass is useful. So I bought a used X-E1 and found it to be an excellent camera. I've started taking it with me a lot more than my X-S10 for casual photography. After a year I bought a used X-E2 and I would say that the E2 or E3 is the ideal camera if you want an X100 with many lenses. From the E2 model you have eye focus available, better AF overall, classic chrome simulation. You can pair it with many AF and manual lenses and achieve a similar size as the X100. Great choice.
Congratulations on your XE purchases.
In a lot of ways the XE series is the X100 without the tricky EVF and it has interchangeable lenses. A very nice choice.
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Hold DISP BACK for silent mode.
I would normally agree with skipping the hype, but unfortunately all old iterations are inflated in the UK because of the hype. So in this instance it made more sense for me to pre order the new one. Ridiculous scenario. Wish I’d kept my older x100t
New one is about €1700 more than a used x100s in stores and online here. The x100v has been in stock the whole time during the hype so used its about €700 less than the X100VI. So for me the new one is a tough cookie to justify.
I’ve been lucky enough to own the S, T and V. The X100V was the one I liked the most, but with the prices being crazy I did sell it for $700 more than what I paid for it new and bought and GRIIIx and had plenty of money left over.
I’m curious about the next model but quite happy with the pocket-friendly Ricoh. I keep an eye out for the original X100 though cause I would love to try it!
That’s crazy. I can just buy it in a shop at regular price and shipping to any part of the world would obviously be less than $700. But some have more money than sense :)
@@gearreallydoesntmatter I would like to have more money than sense.
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Instead of X100S you labelled the photos X100V or even X100VI (when it comes out) the comments would read the same - ' This takes such good photos!!!'
True. A nice picture is nice no matter the camera.
I had the original X100 when it launched. Beautiful photos but a b**** to use in its early days. I think I sold it before some issues were fixed. A few months ago I opted for the X100T from a retailer I trust. It had the XTtrans2 sensor I love and was only a little more than the X100S. And I got the 1 year warranty from the retailer which, previously saved me several hundred quid when my XPro1 conked out within the warranty period.
the VI is out any day. Why in the world would I need IBIS, more mega pixels that no 'photographer' needs/ or video??? Really?? I mean, if you need to crop you don't need a fixed lens camera. And who in the world would pay more for a camera made in China then one made in Japan?? I've had three up to the V. It's all I'll ever need.... Keep doing your thing Mattias! Love your content!
I've used x100s for around 10 years for street photos and what not. It's so great. But in 2024, there's still a lot of camera that has better auto and manual focus. I've sold mine last year after having Xt4 for around 2 years. X100VI however, is exciting🤤🤤