I’m a pro and my wife “likes to take pictures”. I shoot an M11 and Q as my personal cameras but got an X100F and now a VI for my wife. The X100 series was a great first camera for her. She learned the exposure triangle and “sees” in 35mm. New photographers can benefit from this camera in the same way that new photographers back in the day used an SLR with a nifty 50. They don’t “need” to grow into a system. They need to learn exposure, composition and lighting. 35mm is fantastic for that and is a great way to master a focal length. She takes the camera everywhere with her; from brunch to daily activities to nights out. That makes the X100 a great companion for new and experienced photographers. Lots of opportunities to shoot mean lots of practice which means growth! Another plus is that it’s nice to look at. I think you should buy an x100 but it doesn’t have to be the newest one.
I really appreciate this take. It actually mirrors the thing that I said in the video about it being a good exercise to shoot and learn on a single focal length sometimes. Like you mentioned, learning composition, exposure etc. can be enhanced by limiting yourself on focal lengths. Honestly, the main reason I don't think this camera is for beginners is the $1600 price tag more than anything else. If you want to learn exposure and composition on 35mm, there are less expensive cameras to do it with. I know when I bought my first camera I wasn't going to drop that much on it. All that said, you somewhat address this when you say "I think you should buy an x100 but it doesn't have to be the newest one". Seems like we're actually pretty close to being on the same page there!
@@dunnadidit in CA, I paid $1722 after tax for the VI and can’t say it’s worth the price over a used X100F for $800… especially for a beginner. I completely agree with you.
@@hanumanguy you’re right, haha. The hand bag definitely comes in handy. That said, she really enjoys wearing it around her neck. When I’m out and about without the intention of taking photos seriously, I usually take a Canon S95 point and shoot. Very pocketable, built in flash and CCD sensor. Makes for some great photos. I used to shoot with a Panasonic with the 20mm 1.7 pancake. That lens was also fantastic and pocketable on the right body.
The most underrated thing about a camera like this is that people react differently to it. Whenever I'd grab my dslr or mirrorless people instantly get intimidated by it, but with this camera that is not the case. I indeed had all the camera equipment I'd ever need.. but this camera is just fun to use. It's a camera I much prefer to use to capture moments.
I love this point! And I definitely tried to leave the room for that Idea in my video "it's not for me, but it doesn't have to be". Glad to hear that you love the camera!
@@dunnadidit Yup and I agree with you completely btw. I don't think it's for everyone. I think a lot of people will buy into the hype only to be disappointed or unsure how to deal with a fixed lens. It can be challenging.
I owned the X100V and loved it. I used it for an overseas trip because it was small and it took great pics. I sold it so I could upgrade my Canon and now wish I hadn’t sold it . I’ve been on the X100VI wait list for over a month with no indication as to when it will arrive. What I liked about the X100V is it was faster pull it out and take the shot without the awkwardness of my iPhone.
I also have sellers regret...I bought it for a trip to Japan and for that the 28mm lens on my R5 was more of the focal length I needed for that trip. But I absolutely LOVED some of the shots I got with the X100V. I also am debating jumping back in with a VI...
No camera is perfect. So sick of the "who is this camera for" youtube vids. Yes the fixed lens is limiting, but so is the size of full frame glass. Fumbling about with multipole lenses you have to carry to get "the shot" is also limiting. I never hear any of these :are they worth it" or "is it for you videos" talking about the price of good glass. Spending $20k on the holy trinity of modern lenses for your Z8 is also limiting for many people. A smartphone has enough image quality for almost everyone. The best camera is the one you have on you. At this point, videos like this are only made for the sake of making content. If this is the camera for you it makes more sense to buy this than pay the abusive prices for used past models.
Yes!!! The jealousy of all these crybaby adults whining about a camera is hilarious!!! 😂😂😂 I love mine! If it was just a “fad” like these crybabies are saying then the new model wouldn’t be selling too they would have stopped buying years ago, yet people still love it !!!
@songlianmangsonglianmang2744 - Lol, I mean... think what you want but these were my legit views on the camera... all the good and all the bad. I definitely wasn't trying to "do the opposite for attention", but I also didn't want to just gush about it because it's popular either.
I disagree with your take. I think this camera is for people who are interested in photography a bit beyond taking shots with their mobile phone and want something with better quality but they don't want to necessarily spend hours in post (hence film recipes are such a big selling point). They also want a small and compact camera that they can take on a walk or to the coffee shop. They don't want to carry around big and heavy zoom lens. Yes, fixed lens is a tradeoff but I think it's a tradeoff than many casual photographers will happily take.
I love where you've gone with this thought. However, I just think that for exactly what you said "people who are interested in photography a bit beyond taking shots with their mobile phone and want something with better quality but they don't want to necessarily spend hours in post" jumping straight into a $1600 camera is too big of a jump when there are other compact, pocketable cameras with good image quality and some kind of in camera creative control (fuji's film sims really are great but almost every camera has some kind of creative filter application nowadays and they're all useable for people who don't want to edit).
I largely agree with your conclusion - If you have to ask RUclips, then almost any other camera is probably a better choice. For those of us who know that we like primes and prefer to do everything in-camera rather than in photoshop, it is an excellent camera. IBIS and great high ISO performance allows me to take sharp pictures at night, without a tripod. 40MP gives me a zoom range comparable to the old Panasonic LX series, but with an APS-C sized sensor. Plenty of other cameras are a better value, but I really like my X100vi. You may be underestimating the camera's value as a fashion accessory or an art object in its own right. This camera is much less expensive than even a Q-series Leica, much less an M. It looks great and signifies that the wielder is A Serious Photographer. When people are willing to pay tens of thousands of dollars for a handbag or thousands of dollars for sneakers it should come as no surprise that people are willing to spend nearly $2k on a stylish camera that does a few things very well. Btu if budget is a major concern, just use your phone or a five year old Panasonic.
So many reviewers miss on the leaf shutter. Example: Flash sync at insane speeds to kill ambient light outdoors. It works great in an off camera setup. Only other way is a Hasselblad (at say, 8-10 times the price for digital).
I think a lot or tiktokers who dont necessarily care or know that much about photography made it popular. It gave them a unique look out or camera that isn't quite as unique any more now everyone has one.
@@dunnadidit It's 100% a fashion accessory and somewhat of an aspirational product. And as with anything fashion related it belongs in the realm of TikTok. However its definitely not a camera made for content creation.
Thank you! Finally! You have given a solid review of the pros and cons of this camera that doesn't buy into the hype. I fall into the category of photographer who has the cameras and the lenses that go with them that work very well for what I shoot. I placed an order for the X100VI the first day B&H offered the camera and have been on a waiting list since. Frustrating to not get that instant gratification of a camera in hand, but it gave me enough time to think if I wanted to spend the $1600 on a camera that A) I really don't need and B) would probably sit in the closet because I have these other cameras and lenses that work really well for what I shoot. I came to the determination that I didn't need the Fuji X100VI. I can do without it just fine. I canceled the order. Thanks! You helped confirm my choice. I do not feel as if I am missing out!
It's probably sold out because people couldn't get the x100v in the first place, which is already great the way it is. This update from Fuji wasn't necessary as it doesn't bring much imo, they also don't make them in Japan anymore. You don't need the extra mpx or ibis. Everything else is the same as x100v. But yeah if you can't get the x100v then get this, it's a bit better for sure. Or you might be able to get the x100v cheaper now hopefully! I've used the x100v for over 3 years, even made a review on it, and it's an absolute perfect camera for travelling and for the "fast photographer" where you just wanna turn it on and take your snaps with not much worrying about anything else really. Having that limitation of 35mm and film simulations is everything that makes this camera so great, it makes you become more creative on other things and forget about the zoom-in etc. If you're a professional photographer then definitely don't buy this, you will probably not understand the concept and the approach Fuji tried to make here. This camera is made to replace your film cameras in most situations and not your digital one! I've only been shooting film all my life, since the mid 90's, no digital whatsoever but the x100v was the only camera that made me save money on film and development (film is overpriced everywhere now) by bringing almost the same look on my pictures straight out of the camera as I also don't like editing them afterwards. You can add grain, film simulations etc etc, and you will get amazing film-like pictures straight out of this camera and that's the whole point of it, take that picture and leave it as it is. Being not perfect and not having that clean digital look is what made the x100v so hyped, people want that vintage dirty look on pics with grain and film emulated colours, especially with younger generation which never had the film shooting experience and want to discover it now, this camera can bring that back!
I've been using the x100t for a few years and really enjoy it as a trail running and hiking camera. The image quality to size is very good. The drawback is the autofocus which isn't fast enough to shoot runners or my dog. I would like to get the newer version but the hype around it made it out of my price range. I don't understand why so many people buy this camera especially at the price it's at.
I have an R5 with L lenses and picked this up as a daily shooter when I don’t want the whole setup with me. It’s just a fun, pleasing camera with great sooc pics. Perfect for the walk around town and candids. Obviously not going to replace the R5 for wildlife photography or serious landscapes. But street photography, maybe
Thanks for the nice videos. I think you're spot on with your analysis. Back in 2017 my Canon S60 point and shoot camera broke. I always took a lot of pictures, but just in 'auto'-mode and never really learned photography. In the shop they recommended me Fuji X100f, which I got because of its small size. It never became a love affair. Living close to a lot of water, the fixed focal length and zooming your feet (without taking a dive) became really limiting in the wrong way. I ended up selling the camera within 1 year and replaced it for the A7Riii, made some effort to learn photography, and have never looked back. I think many would be far better served with the Fuji X-T5 which gives the exact same output, or other interchangeable lens camera, in the long run for their versatility. The X100VI is only great camera if you do street photography only.
You nailed it. I think once you have spent years shooting with an interchangeable lens camera, it is just real hard to go with a camera with a fixed focal length. Way too limiting. I bought the X100S and later the X100V, and eventually sold both of them. I simply wasn't using them very often. If I want to limit my choices and thus inspire creativity I can simply put a fixed focal length lens on my camera and go from there. This camera looks cool and all, but the limitations made me realize it was just not for me.
It’s very very good for street photography and for travel. The GRIII is great too, but I love the X100 for the more tactile experience, a really great shooting experience, my other digital cameras are like work tools, they look and feel like work tools, but this one feels like it’s for pleasure. Also at this point I feel like I see the world in 35mm so it’s all I need!
The camera I've loved the most was my Voigtlander Bessa-R - basically, a film version of this, right down to the 35mm lens. Apart from a brief and unsuccessful experiment with a 75mm lens, that 35mm pancake never left the camera, and I absolutely adored it - it opened up street photography in a way nothing else had. I now can't be doing with film anymore and have tried but failed to bond with D-SLRs - all that pissing about with buttons and menus just to change the ISO. So this camera looks perfect for me. Everything you really need on the top plate or the lens itself, and plenty more to investigate in your own sweet time. If only it was cheaper.
Thats a really interesting point about this maybe being for people who are actually accustomed to the film rangefinder style and this actually feels more like home! Thanks for your input!
Being able to change the exposure settings without looking down or at the screen is a very underrated feature of its design, kind of like a street photographer’s “If you know you know!”
That’s so interesting, I don’t want to look away from my composition when I change my settings, I struggle to know why you would want to be looking at knobs and not have to look at your screen/viewfinder.
@@dunnadidit Good point! I mostly shoot street photography so I change settings not while taking the photo but in between shots when I'm walking and looking around for the next shot. I've been using 35mm enough that I don't really need to always look at the screen while taking the shot. It's close to what your eye sees (excluding peripheral vision) anyway so it's not particularly hard to get used to it! I think your points about who this camera is really for are correct!
My first camera after my Nikon F2 (yes, a film camera) was the Fuji XT3. Ive learned a lot with it; mostly editing both stills and video. It still is my camera of choice in NYC because it looks retro and no one is going to pull my arm off by the roots to take it. Plus my output is for design and construction clients, and not print or broadcast.
I am a hobby photographer and I have no expectations to change that. I want a setup which can do both: Photography & sometimes some good looking video shots (no need for the high end stuff). I just want to document my life, take snaps of my graffiti and my tattoos I do. Sometimes record a little video. I own a x-t4 with several of lenses, filters and other stuff... and I was just not using it anymore as it was to much stuff to carry around. And if i did, the 23mm was the only lens i used. Just one big junk of gear I always needed a backpack for. So I will minimize my camera gear with this little beast and I cant wait to only have a little set up which fits in my fanny pack. I think I will be very happy with this thing.
picked one up as a 2nd camera to go along with my blackmagic 6k .. its a camera you can take everywhere its small and compact you don't have to haul multiple lenses ..
Thank you for a very good analysis of the use case. I have one but not yet used it whilst considering my travel use case. My main systems are pro SLR Canon based for 30+ yrs with lots of lenses both film (EOS1 the best film camera ever, and digital up to 5D mk 3. All are excellent to use but heavy now as I’m getting on in years. My second digital system is the tiny EOSM (1,3,5) family with many of their tiny lenses. That’s my current travel kit but it has limits. The lenses are good rather than great, apart from the 22mm which is very sharp and tiny. Of course an M5 and the 22mm are smaller than the X100VI but this will not do 4K etc. I still think the VI has some advantages for travel but I was discussing my mirrorless/travel needs with a good dealer yesterday. He said the XT5 and either of the standard zooms is a more versatile combination for not a lot more weight and cost then get a couple of pro primes to add on. However, we then agreed that for me the far more expensive Canon R6 mk2 with an EF convertor would probably be the better long term tool - full frame, long battery life, superb AF tracking , simpler user interface and of course it works with my dozen Canon lenses. Anyway, I have a week more before deciding to return the VI. Weather resistance and weight are still an issue with Canon, apart from a couple of my old L lenses.
Fully agree with your points and I find your opinion on fixed-lens cameras really interesting. Contrary to you, I'm a prime lens shooter and has always gone out with just one lens (mainly on 35mm and 28mm). I thought that a zoom lens was just like having multiple prime lenses but interestingly, I find using a zoom lens equally frustrating as you do with the fixed lens, often seeing compositions that don't exist. Seems like composition skills don't transfer as directly between zoom and prime lenses haha.
Id say it’s actually a great camera for non “photographer” everyday use. A regular person has no need to “invest” in a camera system. It’s just more money and more gear a regular person doesn’t need. 35mm FOV is quite flexible for everyday use and a focal length most phone photographers are already used to. As much as I agree with you on this being for “photographers”, I believe this is equally for the people that aren’t. It’s just a beautiful camera that just takes better photos than phones or old digicams and no need to fiddle with lenses or “camera system”. It’s a buy it and don’t worry about any cameras, or camera system or gear reviews.
This is a really great way to put it! And if the camera was given to the hypothetical "non-photographer" in your scenario for free, I would agree. But that $1600 price tag puts it in photographer pro or enthusiast price range in my mind. Other than that part, everything you said I totally get!
I am a hobby/family/holiday photographer. I shoot Nikon fullframe but for family strolls I find x100vi amazing. I don't find the 23mm limiting and still have an option to use wcl or tcl adaptors if needed.
This camera is great for some very limited case uses if you are not a beginner. I wanted something better than my iPhone for family and travel. I customized all the controls to my liking and love it for its intended purpose. I think a lot of people shouldn’t be buying this camera however I love mine and couldn’t be happier.
I bought the x100v before it blew up on social media, thankfully. It's a great camera and I enjoy shooting with it, but it wouldn't be my only camera. Like you said, Dunna, It's a great "fun" camera for someone who has a more versatile system already. My x100v goes with me everywhere, it's non-threatening, a conversation starter, and a great way to document daily life. Side note: I love the built-in ND filter in the x100 series. I'm not sure if it's possible, but how cool would it be if Sony releases a full frame camera with that feature?!
I tried to buy a x100v for a long time, never available here in Chile. But as soon as the x100vi appear i bought it without a doubt. I am a street photographer and I was using a canon 90d (too big and too heavy, but great taking pictures) I wanted a x100 series because of the esthetics and because I wouldn’t have to worry about what lens I use, just use what I have and be creative. I have no regrets 🙌🏻
Right AND wrong. For a professional, it's not good enough as a main camera. But used as a fun companion in your spare time and on holidays, it will bring back the fun, passion and creativity of taking pictures again. And that will probably rub over to the assignments when the heavy stuff comes into play. So. If you have the means, buy it.
Finally an honest review. I never understood the hype of these cameras. And I used to be a Fuji guy. I'd rather throw a pancake on an A6300, and have cash left over for more glass.
Completely agree with your conclusion, even I that have a main full rig and set of lenses, was having trouble justifying getting this as a dedicated compact EDC… Instead ended up getting the Sigma 35mm f2 and the new Shortstage filter, I will try using them on my S5II and not take any other lenses, if I like that setup I might bet the X100vi in the future. 35mm is my fav FL, and use to have the Sigma Art 1,4, but was just too big/heavy and was not appealing to bring it with me all the time, hopefully the compact f2 will change that
Nice! I love that you sorted out something that works for you! 35mm is my fav focal length too and when I do use a prime lens, my 35mm f1.4 is my go to... but I sure do love the flexibility of a zoom haha. Hopefully your f2 works out for you!
Dude the production quality of your channel is fire. Amazing to see you evolve throughout the years, to now making a dead on perfect video like it should be. The message is straight to the point, effective and informative. The video quality and thought out shots are spot on. In the end this is the perfect example of what being consistent definitely is. Congrats man. 🔥🔥
I agree with everything minus the film sim recipes. IMO its best to shoot JPRG+RAW and use any recipe you think is right. I find when the recipe is hits right, it's awesome... You have a photo ready to go SOOC without any editing required. When it doesn't you still have the RAW file to tinker with and edit later.
Fully agree with your summary. i, myself, am heavily invested in the GFX line. I also use an XT5 rig for video, however, I would not have much interest in this body unless I was just going to throw it in the center console of my car. In the event I came up upon something in every day life. TBH, Id probably use my Iphone anyways. LOL. Good stuff brother. We appreciate you.
I have an X100V (and an a7iii as my gig camera). I take probably 95% of my photos with the Fuji for documenting life. I absolutely love the camera and I plan to always have an X100 in my arsenal going forward. But when I tell people about the camera, I tell them to think of it as a professional photographer's point and shoot. It's a perfect second camera for the every day that can do pro stuff in a pinch (I've shot a wedding with it as the main, but it was tricky). It's best for the street, and just being with you. I'd never recommend it to first timers or people who are still learning photography. There are better cameras and better Fuji's for that.
Well put! I have the 100VI to go with my A7RV, and they are a perfect pair. The secret sauce of the Fuji is that it can actually be with you at all times. That opens up a whole world of photographic opportunity.
What camera would you recommend? I’ve been eyeing XS-20 because also want good video capabilities & can get with 18-55mm kit lens for basically same price
@@Hofology I like to recommend base on need/wants and preferences, so it's hard to say. But the XS20 is a great all arounder that can do a little bit of anything, especially for the price. I don't think you can go wrong that camera.
Nice video, some objective feedback, in the open your music was very loud vs your voice. Even afterwards, in parts, the balance was too biased to music, in my opinion. A lot of people struggle with sound sensitivity, especially when it’s convoluted in the same frequency. Again, thanks for the video, just a bit of feedback to take or leave. Keep up the great vids.
I really appreciate the way you gave this feedback. It’s a breath of fresh air compared to the usual “feedback” I get in the comments. I will definitely consider it and hope you have a wonderful day!
Thank God. An honest review of a great but limited camera. I would have tapped out at the battery card door. I've had them before and given the cameras away
Don't listen to the haters... I agree with your sentiments completely. Was considering buying this camera, but actually decided on the Sony ZV-1 (1st generation) instead. Better video quality, better auto focus, smaller, and less than half the price. I already use the Sony A7IV as my primary camera and was considering getting the Fuji as my walk around / B roll video camera.
Thank you. I love your real takes and navigating through the BS. If I want a real take without fluff, I always come to you. If I ever find $1600 USD to throw away, I will buy this camera. for that much amount of cash, there are far better cameras to buy. I appreciate you. Keep up your great work.
Aside from lack of availability, another factor held me back from getting the X100VI. I use both zoom and prime lenses. I like having both as an option. Relying on a camera that is restricted to a fixed prime lens may not work for me at this time. Sure, I can zoom in with my feet but there are times where you just can't due to situational awareness and survival instincts.
@@dunnadidit that's fair lol honestly going out to get eggs from the store feels like summiting everest. But hard to choose between sunny cold winters here or rainy ones in BC
I said it in my x100v review and it applies to the x100vi as well, the x100 series isn't for 95% of people. I think you explained who it's great for very well
Good video. X100-series is awesome, I’ve had three iterations; X100,X100F and X100V. However I sold those and not gonna buy this one. Nowdays there are so many better offerings in ILC market. The ability to swap a lens is essential.
Few years back I bought the x100T , I couldn't keep it for long , that fixed focal length isn't for me , the same happened with the Ricoh GR ii , great cameras but I won't buy them again. Now I'm new to the micro four thirds system and I'm having fun with the olympus e-pl8 , no hype around this little m43 but it is very capable.
I have the V1, upgraded from the V but I too cannot understand why its so popular. Its complex and has a hellish deep menu. For tiktok a phone would be a whole lot easier. A friend just did the cover of Amature Photographer magazine using a mobile phone. That said the V1 is a proper little camera. It somehow makes photography fun again, its a very versatile package. The single lens somehow doesnt feel bad - and it fits on my motorbike. Come to think about it, I carry the camera everywhere.
It's by far not the best camera for its price, but it's probably the most compact one with semipro level pictures without much editing afterwards. It's THE camera to put in your pocket and bring everywhere. There's no use having a 10k€ huge camera with gear, if you don't take pictures with it. You won't bring such a setup to a nights out, you won't bring such a setup to a nice dinner with your wife, you won't bring such a setup to a casual walk or hike.... But you will be able to pull out the X100VI out of the pocket and take phenomenal pictures
@@dunnadidit the hooks on the camera strap can scratch the metal on the camera. you might wanna add the leather protectors that came with the camera.(if you care about this kinda thing)
@@dunnadidit Those metal clip/hooks at the end of your camera strap - I can just imagine them leaving lots of teeny tiny scratches on the camera - eeek
Well... fuji Canada might have something to say to me when I send back the loaner I used 😬 haha. It looks pretty unscathed to me. I couldn't figure out how to use the little leather things without a different style of strap, the instructions were definitely not for straps with hooks at the end. But I definitely needed to use my most hipster leather strap to complete the look 😂
I had the second version of the X100. I loved to have it in my hands and I really liked the look of the images. In the end I sold it because of the limitations outlined very well in the video. But I can't think of a cooler camera in my hand to be honest. The user experience and the joy is for sure great.
@@dunnadidit 100% agree for sure! I found myself always playing with it at home 🙂. But to be honest it helped me to appreciate 35mm on FF. After I sold the X100S I bought a 35 1.4 prime which became my all time favorite lens, But yes I had it along with my zoom lenses. But for certain conditions it was all I needed.
This camera is the Stanley thermos mug trend chase all over again. At it's price point you can get full frame Sony's at higher resolution and with a wide angle pancake lens you can have the same flexibility in cropping in with Clear-Image-Zoom function.
Yea definitely. This camera just has a different shooting experience that a lot of people gravitate towards. There’s definitely technically better camera you could buy for the cost of this one. You’re paying for the shooting experience here, not as much just camera specs.
There is something of a novelty when shooting with it. It feels different than other cameras... but I do think a lot of what's going on is still hype driven (the Stanley thermos is a funny comparison, I like that). In the end it's just up to the user and HOW MUCH that shooting experience makes a difference for them.
Yay - Fan Pan Alley! You are correct with your comments, particularly the camera as an adjunct to other gear you may own (for me it's my 1955 Mamiyaflex TLR medium format film camera) - thanks for sharing your views!
Can anyone help me ?... I've been working as a wardrobe fashion stylist for some time now... but it's time to start shooting my own content. I've been on the fence about purchasing the xt5 or the x100vi ?... I won't be shooting videos ( mainly indoor , small white room - white back drop or natural light ) . Mainly in black and white where my subjects are up close - 8 ft farthest ... I'm new to the game , so I'd like the one I choose to be simple and easy going !
A lot of Fuji users call Sony "soulless" for having amazing and reliable AF and ibis. Then they get super excited because the VI comes out with ibis and better AF 😂
Hi new to the X100Vi camera, I have noticed this thing with my camera where when I am cycling through the different film simulations and move the camera around while the menu is open, the lcd viewfinder behind becomes a bit laggy, but when I am done selecting the simulation it goes back to normal? is that common behaviour?
I use Canon cameras for professional use and wanted a compact personal camera and found the X100 series overhyped and defintely think the $1599 price tag absurd for the X100VI. I got a Fujifilm X-Pro 2 and X-T30 II and I love the fact I can change the lens.
Thanks for letting us know that you didn't want a 40mix, 23mm f2 with leaf shutter, IBIS, flash, ND, OVF and EVF in that size and weight. Very useful that, cheers!
@@dunnadidit I’m all over the comments here, but I feel like all my comments are basically validating your thesis! I also don't think everyone needs it. For someone like me who’s already a photographer, I feel like it provides a great level of engagement when traveling, while also being a good travel friendly size. I have 6 other cameras by the way, the x100 is just the one I use the most when I'm not shooting/filming for work! I don't need it to do everything, I like it cause it does one thing very well! which is being a 35mm fixed lens compact. I can use it as a point and shoot, I can go full manual, I can have fun with it. Not having to look at the screen or down at all to change settings keeps me engaged with my surroundings more, (as I said in another comment I’m mainly shooting street, so I'm changing settings mostly between shots.) The information the dials give you just by having the numbers written on is useful like when it’s really sunny and you don’t want to kill battery by having the screen at its brightest just to read the ISO. Not having a zoom means I take a picture and move on, instead of standing and zooming in and out trying to decide the correct focal length. There's a lot to see while traveling. I have an understanding of 35mm, so I know where to get the right shot from. I do miss having zoom when mountains are far away or skyline is across the river. That’s fine, makes me try to incorporate foreground elements or subjects closer to me. It is a compromise. Bigger cameras or bigger lenses keep knocking on things, cause shoulder/neck pain after a long day of walking around, get in the way in crowded places, sweat, etc. Now I can get some good video with the stabilization too, and better low light performance, which is something I wanted! The 28mm on the GRiii would work very well too, just a slightly different shooting experience.
Cool video, thanks. It's a camera with a lens; if you see a possibility for that camera and lens you take a photo. In addition, the zoom works pretty well, at least on the X100V it does. I'm not sure that the VI will do what you say it does, cutting down to 10Mp at 70mm efl, for instance. If only I could find one on which to test my theory, though . . . :-)
I think the XPro series is much more versatile due to the ability to change lenses, and you still have the OVF with a rangefinder look. Here's hoping Fujifilm has an Xpro4! I like the IV, but it couldn't be my one and only camera.
No you don't have a fixed focal lenght, u have also 50 mm and 75 in camera zoom, and if you use the 2 lens adapters you have also from 28 to 100mm, 28, 35,42, 56, 75, 100
I did mention the digital zoom in the video, but it doesn't feel like it means much because you can literally crop in on any photo from any camera that way so it's not really a different focal length as much as it is just cropping the 35mm photo. As far as the adapters, I agree that those are options... but to me, I feel like that starts to get counterintuitive to the whole idea of the compact, pocketable, simple solution if you are also carrying around the adapters as well. I get that they aren't as big as other lenses, but it still feels contradictory to the main idea. However... if you do that and love it, then it's the right call for you and I love that!
Most people would become better photographers if they stuck with one camera and one prime lens. The prevalence of RUclips is only further pushing the GAS and FOMO agenda. A x100 isn't replacing a 5D with a bag full of zoom lenses, but the simplicity it offers is perfect for not overthinking gear and just shooting.
I haven't moved beyond the X100T, pimped to the max with Gariz case and accessories. I still have it and use it, but never really got to grips with it. It both pleases and disappoints. However, on review a fair number of my keepers come from this camera, where I am my own worst critic. It makes a really nice decoration when not in use. 🤭The alternative? I'm more than happy with my Panasonic GX9 and a select few lens and TZ100.
i’ve seen some professional images and videos come out of this camera that Youyubers will only dream of creating. i’m not a fan either but the sky ‘s the limit you can do anything with any camera if you’re creative.
@@fredbloggs545 it's pretty close with one of the muffin primes or one of the little manual-focus Samyungs or TTAs. There's an available small kit zoom the performs very well. The VI is prettier and I prefer the available old-school dials. But no way I'm going to be locked into 35mm at $1600. Original A7C + the small zoom is now on sale for not much more than this VI. I'd go for that first, even with the meh EVF.
I def can't justify the fixed lens - there are many small interchangeable lens cameras and small lenses that give you so much more flexibility. I could see the F100 as a 3rd camera - literally something to toss in a bag when I would not have brought a camera at all. I do think a lot of the hype is the vibe/look which appeals to the TikTok influencer crowd- but for me a camera is NOT a fashion accessory...
Most of your cons are kind of subjective which I respect, but I guess the main gripe would be thinking it’s not worth the price. Which is fair but when compared cameras with similar use cases (eg. Leica Q series), I think it is reasonable. Maybe if you see it as a beginner camera, which you don’t, then a lower price would be justified.
My walk-around lens is a - wait for it - 35mm f/1.8 Sony FE. So this camera isn't that much different, only lighter and more compact. That being said, I'll probably pass on it, and save my money for that A7cr, with 61MP. 🤣🤣🤣
I followed your affiliate link to Amazon and they have a black one in stock ready to ship for $2999. f I wanted this kind of shooting experience and had $3000 to spend, I'd be looking at a used Leica Q.
lol no shame! The best camera in any review is the one being used to shoot the review! Can’t wait to switch over to Sony soon, been on Canon but want to collect the holy trinity of lens’s and would rather do that in the Sony cam fam.
I preordered on the morning of the announcement. There are a million preordered. I may not receive my camera for a year or two. This is bravo Sierra. Clearly this camera isn’t for you. The single focal length is a feature that people want. This isn’t a video camera. It is a camera that does video. Many X100 users buy this camera because it is small and lightweight. This is a camera for street, travel and EDC. It isn’t a Swiss Army knife camera. And yes, don’t buy this camera. If you preordered this camera please immediately cancel your order. Donna has said this camera isn’t for him. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Sounds like you wouldn’t want a Q3 either 😂. I would have this as a second camera; one that I would have on me that doesn’t take a lot of space in my pocket.
I’m a pro and my wife “likes to take pictures”. I shoot an M11 and Q as my personal cameras but got an X100F and now a VI for my wife. The X100 series was a great first camera for her. She learned the exposure triangle and “sees” in 35mm. New photographers can benefit from this camera in the same way that new photographers back in the day used an SLR with a nifty 50. They don’t “need” to grow into a system. They need to learn exposure, composition and lighting. 35mm is fantastic for that and is a great way to master a focal length. She takes the camera everywhere with her; from brunch to daily activities to nights out. That makes the X100 a great companion for new and experienced photographers. Lots of opportunities to shoot mean lots of practice which means growth! Another plus is that it’s nice to look at. I think you should buy an x100 but it doesn’t have to be the newest one.
Where’s this video??
I really appreciate this take. It actually mirrors the thing that I said in the video about it being a good exercise to shoot and learn on a single focal length sometimes. Like you mentioned, learning composition, exposure etc. can be enhanced by limiting yourself on focal lengths. Honestly, the main reason I don't think this camera is for beginners is the $1600 price tag more than anything else. If you want to learn exposure and composition on 35mm, there are less expensive cameras to do it with. I know when I bought my first camera I wasn't going to drop that much on it. All that said, you somewhat address this when you say "I think you should buy an x100 but it doesn't have to be the newest one". Seems like we're actually pretty close to being on the same page there!
@@dunnadidit in CA, I paid $1722 after tax for the VI and can’t say it’s worth the price over a used X100F for $800… especially for a beginner. I completely agree with you.
A rich beginner to be exact. Spend $1600 and decided the camera isn't for him 😂
@@hanumanguy you’re right, haha. The hand bag definitely comes in handy. That said, she really enjoys wearing it around her neck. When I’m out and about without the intention of taking photos seriously, I usually take a Canon S95 point and shoot. Very pocketable, built in flash and CCD sensor. Makes for some great photos. I used to shoot with a Panasonic with the 20mm 1.7 pancake. That lens was also fantastic and pocketable on the right body.
The most underrated thing about a camera like this is that people react differently to it. Whenever I'd grab my dslr or mirrorless people instantly get intimidated by it, but with this camera that is not the case. I indeed had all the camera equipment I'd ever need.. but this camera is just fun to use. It's a camera I much prefer to use to capture moments.
I love this point! And I definitely tried to leave the room for that Idea in my video "it's not for me, but it doesn't have to be". Glad to hear that you love the camera!
@@dunnadidit Yup and I agree with you completely btw. I don't think it's for everyone. I think a lot of people will buy into the hype only to be disappointed or unsure how to deal with a fixed lens. It can be challenging.
Totally!
Exactly!!! I have one and everyone loves the look of it
I owned the X100V and loved it. I used it for an overseas trip because it was small and it took great pics. I sold it so I could upgrade my Canon and now wish I hadn’t sold it . I’ve been on the X100VI wait list for over a month with no indication as to when it will arrive. What I liked about the X100V is it was faster pull it out and take the shot without the awkwardness of my iPhone.
Ugh! I hope you can get one soon! Sounds like it was a good fit for you!
I also have sellers regret...I bought it for a trip to Japan and for that the 28mm lens on my R5 was more of the focal length I needed for that trip. But I absolutely LOVED some of the shots I got with the X100V. I also am debating jumping back in with a VI...
No camera is perfect. So sick of the "who is this camera for" youtube vids. Yes the fixed lens is limiting, but so is the size of full frame glass. Fumbling about with multipole lenses you have to carry to get "the shot" is also limiting. I never hear any of these :are they worth it" or "is it for you videos" talking about the price of good glass. Spending $20k on the holy trinity of modern lenses for your Z8 is also limiting for many people. A smartphone has enough image quality for almost everyone. The best camera is the one you have on you. At this point, videos like this are only made for the sake of making content. If this is the camera for you it makes more sense to buy this than pay the abusive prices for used past models.
Indeed. The inevitable negative videos have now started with clickbait titles in an attempt to look edgy and controversial putting down the X100VI.
Yes!!! The jealousy of all these crybaby adults whining about a camera is hilarious!!! 😂😂😂 I love mine! If it was just a “fad” like these crybabies are saying then the new model wouldn’t be selling too they would have stopped buying years ago, yet people still love it !!!
This is great channel, don't subscribe it.
lol. This video feels like wow everyone loves the x100 let me do the opposite for attention. lol
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HAHAHAHAHA!!!
@songlianmangsonglianmang2744 - Lol, I mean... think what you want but these were my legit views on the camera... all the good and all the bad. I definitely wasn't trying to "do the opposite for attention", but I also didn't want to just gush about it because it's popular either.
I don’t think you told one untruth there. Great camera, not for everyone (I wish I had one though)
I disagree with your take. I think this camera is for people who are interested in photography a bit beyond taking shots with their mobile phone and want something with better quality but they don't want to necessarily spend hours in post (hence film recipes are such a big selling point). They also want a small and compact camera that they can take on a walk or to the coffee shop. They don't want to carry around big and heavy zoom lens. Yes, fixed lens is a tradeoff but I think it's a tradeoff than many casual photographers will happily take.
I love where you've gone with this thought. However, I just think that for exactly what you said "people who are interested in photography a bit beyond taking shots with their mobile phone and want something with better quality but they don't want to necessarily spend hours in post" jumping straight into a $1600 camera is too big of a jump when there are other compact, pocketable cameras with good image quality and some kind of in camera creative control (fuji's film sims really are great but almost every camera has some kind of creative filter application nowadays and they're all useable for people who don't want to edit).
Wouldn't the Ricoh GR III be better for that at thalf the price and way more compact?
@@Thirsty_Fox yes, GRIII also falls into the same category. There are some pros and cons to both ofc
Exactly why I bought it!!
I largely agree with your conclusion - If you have to ask RUclips, then almost any other camera is probably a better choice. For those of us who know that we like primes and prefer to do everything in-camera rather than in photoshop, it is an excellent camera.
IBIS and great high ISO performance allows me to take sharp pictures at night, without a tripod. 40MP gives me a zoom range comparable to the old Panasonic LX series, but with an APS-C sized sensor. Plenty of other cameras are a better value, but I really like my X100vi.
You may be underestimating the camera's value as a fashion accessory or an art object in its own right. This camera is much less expensive than even a Q-series Leica, much less an M. It looks great and signifies that the wielder is A Serious Photographer. When people are willing to pay tens of thousands of dollars for a handbag or thousands of dollars for sneakers it should come as no surprise that people are willing to spend nearly $2k on a stylish camera that does a few things very well. Btu if budget is a major concern, just use your phone or a five year old Panasonic.
So many reviewers miss on the leaf shutter. Example: Flash sync at insane speeds to kill ambient light outdoors. It works great in an off camera setup. Only other way is a Hasselblad (at say, 8-10 times the price for digital).
Great point! Thanks for adding that!
I think a lot or tiktokers who dont necessarily care or know that much about photography made it popular. It gave them a unique look out or camera that isn't quite as unique any more now everyone has one.
Interesting! Man, 35mm does not feel like a TikTok camera to me but I guess maybe that’s part of it!
@@dunnadidit It's 100% a fashion accessory and somewhat of an aspirational product. And as with anything fashion related it belongs in the realm of TikTok. However its definitely not a camera made for content creation.
Thank you! Finally! You have given a solid review of the pros and cons of this camera that doesn't buy into the hype. I fall into the category of photographer who has the cameras and the lenses that go with them that work very well for what I shoot. I placed an order for the X100VI the first day B&H offered the camera and have been on a waiting list since. Frustrating to not get that instant gratification of a camera in hand, but it gave me enough time to think if I wanted to spend the $1600 on a camera that A) I really don't need and B) would probably sit in the closet because I have these other cameras and lenses that work really well for what I shoot. I came to the determination that I didn't need the Fuji X100VI. I can do without it just fine. I canceled the order. Thanks! You helped confirm my choice. I do not feel as if I am missing out!
It's probably sold out because people couldn't get the x100v in the first place, which is already great the way it is. This update from Fuji wasn't necessary as it doesn't bring much imo, they also don't make them in Japan anymore. You don't need the extra mpx or ibis. Everything else is the same as x100v. But yeah if you can't get the x100v then get this, it's a bit better for sure. Or you might be able to get the x100v cheaper now hopefully!
I've used the x100v for over 3 years, even made a review on it, and it's an absolute perfect camera for travelling and for the "fast photographer" where you just wanna turn it on and take your snaps with not much worrying about anything else really.
Having that limitation of 35mm and film simulations is everything that makes this camera so great, it makes you become more creative on other things and forget about the zoom-in etc.
If you're a professional photographer then definitely don't buy this, you will probably not understand the concept and the approach Fuji tried to make here. This camera is made to replace your film cameras in most situations and not your digital one!
I've only been shooting film all my life, since the mid 90's, no digital whatsoever but the x100v was the only camera that made me save money on film and development (film is overpriced everywhere now) by bringing almost the same look on my pictures straight out of the camera as I also don't like editing them afterwards.
You can add grain, film simulations etc etc, and you will get amazing film-like pictures straight out of this camera and that's the whole point of it, take that picture and leave it as it is. Being not perfect and not having that clean digital look is what made the x100v so hyped, people want that vintage dirty look on pics with grain and film emulated colours, especially with younger generation which never had the film shooting experience and want to discover it now, this camera can bring that back!
"You don't need the extra mpx or ibis. "
Because what you don't need, others also don't?
I've been using the x100t for a few years and really enjoy it as a trail running and hiking camera. The image quality to size is very good. The drawback is the autofocus which isn't fast enough to shoot runners or my dog. I would like to get the newer version but the hype around it made it out of my price range. I don't understand why so many people buy this camera especially at the price it's at.
This comment mirrors a lot of my thoughts! Thanks for sharing!
Your X100T is the same cost after inflation.
Great video Dunna! I like your input with this camera
Thanks dude!
I have an R5 with L lenses and picked this up as a daily shooter when I don’t want the whole setup with me. It’s just a fun, pleasing camera with great sooc pics. Perfect for the walk around town and candids. Obviously not going to replace the R5 for wildlife photography or serious landscapes. But street photography, maybe
This comment feels like it supports my thesis haha.
Thanks for the nice videos. I think you're spot on with your analysis. Back in 2017 my Canon S60 point and shoot camera broke. I always took a lot of pictures, but just in 'auto'-mode and never really learned photography. In the shop they recommended me Fuji X100f, which I got because of its small size. It never became a love affair. Living close to a lot of water, the fixed focal length and zooming your feet (without taking a dive) became really limiting in the wrong way. I ended up selling the camera within 1 year and replaced it for the A7Riii, made some effort to learn photography, and have never looked back.
I think many would be far better served with the Fuji X-T5 which gives the exact same output, or other interchangeable lens camera, in the long run for their versatility. The X100VI is only great camera if you do street photography only.
Thanks for the kind words and for your thoughts!
You nailed it. I think once you have spent years shooting with an interchangeable lens camera, it is just real hard to go with a camera with a fixed focal length. Way too limiting. I bought the X100S and later the X100V, and eventually sold both of them. I simply wasn't using them very often. If I want to limit my choices and thus inspire creativity I can simply put a fixed focal length lens on my camera and go from there. This camera looks cool and all, but the limitations made me realize it was just not for me.
It’s very very good for street photography and for travel. The GRIII is great too, but I love the X100 for the more tactile experience, a really great shooting experience, my other digital cameras are like work tools, they look and feel like work tools, but this one feels like it’s for pleasure.
Also at this point I feel like I see the world in 35mm so it’s all I need!
Nice! I’m glad you love it!
The camera I've loved the most was my Voigtlander Bessa-R - basically, a film version of this, right down to the 35mm lens. Apart from a brief and unsuccessful experiment with a 75mm lens, that 35mm pancake never left the camera, and I absolutely adored it - it opened up street photography in a way nothing else had. I now can't be doing with film anymore and have tried but failed to bond with D-SLRs - all that pissing about with buttons and menus just to change the ISO. So this camera looks perfect for me. Everything you really need on the top plate or the lens itself, and plenty more to investigate in your own sweet time. If only it was cheaper.
Thats a really interesting point about this maybe being for people who are actually accustomed to the film rangefinder style and this actually feels more like home! Thanks for your input!
Being able to change the exposure settings without looking down or at the screen is a very underrated feature of its design, kind of like a street photographer’s “If you know you know!”
That’s so interesting, I don’t want to look away from my composition when I change my settings, I struggle to know why you would want to be looking at knobs and not have to look at your screen/viewfinder.
@@dunnadidit Good point! I mostly shoot street photography so I change settings not while taking the photo but in between shots when I'm walking and looking around for the next shot.
I've been using 35mm enough that I don't really need to always look at the screen while taking the shot. It's close to what your eye sees (excluding peripheral vision) anyway so it's not particularly hard to get used to it!
I think your points about who this camera is really for are correct!
@@undoapanduExactly!
My first camera after my Nikon F2 (yes, a film camera) was the Fuji XT3. Ive learned a lot with it; mostly editing both stills and video. It still is my camera of choice in NYC because it looks retro and no one is going to pull my arm off by the roots to take it. Plus my output is for design and construction clients, and not print or broadcast.
Nice XT3 is a solid camera!
I am a hobby photographer and I have no expectations to change that. I want a setup which can do both: Photography & sometimes some good looking video shots (no need for the high end stuff). I just want to document my life, take snaps of my graffiti and my tattoos I do. Sometimes record a little video. I own a x-t4 with several of lenses, filters and other stuff... and I was just not using it anymore as it was to much stuff to carry around. And if i did, the 23mm was the only lens i used. Just one big junk of gear I always needed a backpack for. So I will minimize my camera gear with this little beast and I cant wait to only have a little set up which fits in my fanny pack. I think I will be very happy with this thing.
Amazing! I love that for you!
picked one up as a 2nd camera to go along with my blackmagic 6k .. its a camera you can take everywhere its small and compact you don't have to haul multiple lenses ..
Nice! I hope you love it!
Thank you for a very good analysis of the use case. I have one but not yet used it whilst considering my travel use case. My main systems are pro SLR Canon based for 30+ yrs with lots of lenses both film (EOS1 the best film camera ever, and digital up to 5D mk 3. All are excellent to use but heavy now as I’m getting on in years.
My second digital system is the tiny EOSM (1,3,5) family with many of their tiny lenses. That’s my current travel kit but it has limits. The lenses are good rather than great, apart from the 22mm which is very sharp and tiny. Of course an M5 and the 22mm are smaller than the X100VI but this will not do 4K etc.
I still think the VI has some advantages for travel but I was discussing my mirrorless/travel needs with a good dealer yesterday. He said the XT5 and either of the standard zooms is a more versatile combination for not a lot more weight and cost then get a couple of pro primes to add on.
However, we then agreed that for me the far more expensive Canon R6 mk2 with an EF convertor would probably be the better long term tool - full frame, long battery life, superb AF tracking , simpler user interface and of course it works with my dozen Canon lenses. Anyway, I have a week more before deciding to return the VI. Weather resistance and weight are still an issue with Canon, apart from a couple of my old L lenses.
This is spot on, as a beginner, im not skilled enough to get amazing shot anytime with one fixed lens.
Glad to hear you think so! It can be a great way to practice for sure but I wouldn't tell someone to spend $1600 just to do so!
Fully agree with your points and I find your opinion on fixed-lens cameras really interesting. Contrary to you, I'm a prime lens shooter and has always gone out with just one lens (mainly on 35mm and 28mm). I thought that a zoom lens was just like having multiple prime lenses but interestingly, I find using a zoom lens equally frustrating as you do with the fixed lens, often seeing compositions that don't exist. Seems like composition skills don't transfer as directly between zoom and prime lenses haha.
Id say it’s actually a great camera for non “photographer” everyday use. A regular person has no need to “invest” in a camera system. It’s just more money and more gear a regular person doesn’t need. 35mm FOV is quite flexible for everyday use and a focal length most phone photographers are already used to. As much as I agree with you on this being for “photographers”, I believe this is equally for the people that aren’t.
It’s just a beautiful camera that just takes better photos than phones or old digicams and no need to fiddle with lenses or “camera system”. It’s a buy it and don’t worry about any cameras, or camera system or gear reviews.
This is a really great way to put it! And if the camera was given to the hypothetical "non-photographer" in your scenario for free, I would agree. But that $1600 price tag puts it in photographer pro or enthusiast price range in my mind. Other than that part, everything you said I totally get!
I am a hobby/family/holiday photographer. I shoot Nikon fullframe but for family strolls I find x100vi amazing. I don't find the 23mm limiting and still have an option to use wcl or tcl adaptors if needed.
Nice! If you got it and you love it then I'm happy!
This camera is great for some very limited case uses if you are not a beginner. I wanted something better than my iPhone for family and travel. I customized all the controls to my liking and love it for its intended purpose. I think a lot of people shouldn’t be buying this camera however I love mine and couldn’t be happier.
I bought the x100v before it blew up on social media, thankfully. It's a great camera and I enjoy shooting with it, but it wouldn't be my only camera. Like you said, Dunna, It's a great "fun" camera for someone who has a more versatile system already. My x100v goes with me everywhere, it's non-threatening, a conversation starter, and a great way to document daily life.
Side note: I love the built-in ND filter in the x100 series. I'm not sure if it's possible, but how cool would it be if Sony releases a full frame camera with that feature?!
Thanks for sharing! Definitely confirms my thinking of say!!
I would LOVE built in ND’s on a Sony Full Frame… FX3ii hopefully!!
Thanks for the review.
I will wait for the X-Pro4 so I can mount my Fujinon lenses.
I think you hit the nail on the head. I have an XT5 and a big bunch of lenses. But I find the X100 a lot of fun as a walkabout camera.
I think, especially if you're already in the fuji universe, it's probably a lot of fun!
I tried to buy a x100v for a long time, never available here in Chile. But as soon as the x100vi appear i bought it without a doubt. I am a street photographer and I was using a canon 90d (too big and too heavy, but great taking pictures) I wanted a x100 series because of the esthetics and because I wouldn’t have to worry about what lens I use, just use what I have and be creative. I have no regrets 🙌🏻
And because of the film simulations, I cannot love them more
Heck yeah! I’m so stoked for you!
Right AND wrong. For a professional, it's not good enough as a main camera. But used as a fun companion in your spare time and on holidays, it will bring back the fun, passion and creativity of taking pictures again. And that will probably rub over to the assignments when the heavy stuff comes into play. So. If you have the means, buy it.
This is a cool way to look at it!
Finally an honest review. I never understood the hype of these cameras. And I used to be a Fuji guy. I'd rather throw a pancake on an A6300, and have cash left over for more glass.
Bought it and it is literally a “chuck in the bag bonus camera.” Great video mate.
Nailed it haha. Cheers!
Completely agree with your conclusion, even I that have a main full rig and set of lenses, was having trouble justifying getting this as a dedicated compact EDC…
Instead ended up getting the Sigma 35mm f2 and the new Shortstage filter, I will try using them on my S5II and not take any other lenses, if I like that setup I might bet the X100vi in the future.
35mm is my fav FL, and use to have the Sigma Art 1,4, but was just too big/heavy and was not appealing to bring it with me all the time, hopefully the compact f2 will change that
Nice! I love that you sorted out something that works for you! 35mm is my fav focal length too and when I do use a prime lens, my 35mm f1.4 is my go to... but I sure do love the flexibility of a zoom haha. Hopefully your f2 works out for you!
Dude the production quality of your channel is fire. Amazing to see you evolve throughout the years, to now making a dead on perfect video like it should be. The message is straight to the point, effective and informative. The video quality and thought out shots are spot on. In the end this is the perfect example of what being consistent definitely is. Congrats man. 🔥🔥
Thank you so much for that!
I agree with everything minus the film sim recipes. IMO its best to shoot JPRG+RAW and use any recipe you think is right. I find when the recipe is hits right, it's awesome... You have a photo ready to go SOOC without any editing required. When it doesn't you still have the RAW file to tinker with and edit later.
Fully agree with your summary. i, myself, am heavily invested in the GFX line. I also use an XT5 rig for video, however, I would not have much interest in this body unless I was just going to throw it in the center console of my car. In the event I came up upon something in every day life. TBH, Id probably use my Iphone anyways. LOL. Good stuff brother. We appreciate you.
I have an X100V (and an a7iii as my gig camera). I take probably 95% of my photos with the Fuji for documenting life. I absolutely love the camera and I plan to always have an X100 in my arsenal going forward. But when I tell people about the camera, I tell them to think of it as a professional photographer's point and shoot. It's a perfect second camera for the every day that can do pro stuff in a pinch (I've shot a wedding with it as the main, but it was tricky). It's best for the street, and just being with you. I'd never recommend it to first timers or people who are still learning photography. There are better cameras and better Fuji's for that.
Well put! I have the 100VI to go with my A7RV, and they are a perfect pair. The secret sauce of the Fuji is that it can actually be with you at all times. That opens up a whole world of photographic opportunity.
I think you just summed up my thoughts in a single comment haha! Cheers! I liked "a professional photographer's point and shoot"
@@dunnadidit haha feel free to use it in the future 😜
What camera would you recommend? I’ve been eyeing XS-20 because also want good video capabilities & can get with 18-55mm kit lens for basically same price
@@Hofology I like to recommend base on need/wants and preferences, so it's hard to say. But the XS20 is a great all arounder that can do a little bit of anything, especially for the price. I don't think you can go wrong that camera.
Nice video, some objective feedback, in the open your music was very loud vs your voice. Even afterwards, in parts, the balance was too biased to music, in my opinion. A lot of people struggle with sound sensitivity, especially when it’s convoluted in the same frequency. Again, thanks for the video, just a bit of feedback to take or leave. Keep up the great vids.
I really appreciate the way you gave this feedback. It’s a breath of fresh air compared to the usual “feedback” I get in the comments. I will definitely consider it and hope you have a wonderful day!
Thank God. An honest review of a great but limited camera. I would have tapped out at the battery card door. I've had them before and given the cameras away
I originally thought that would be a bigger deal... but I rarely found myself using this camera with a tripod, so it was only a half a deal haha.
The upside for those who received the first ship of pre orders, even if you don't like it you can resell it for more than you paid.
It's an investment.
Don't listen to the haters... I agree with your sentiments completely. Was considering buying this camera, but actually decided on the Sony ZV-1 (1st generation) instead. Better video quality, better auto focus, smaller, and less than half the price. I already use the Sony A7IV as my primary camera and was considering getting the Fuji as my walk around / B roll video camera.
Nice! Hope you love the ZV-1!
Thank you. I love your real takes and navigating through the BS. If I want a real take without fluff, I always come to you. If I ever find $1600 USD to throw away, I will buy this camera. for that much amount of cash, there are far better cameras to buy. I appreciate you. Keep up your great work.
Thats great to hear! Thanks for letting me know!
Aside from lack of availability, another factor held me back from getting the X100VI. I use both zoom and prime lenses. I like having both as an option. Relying on a camera that is restricted to a fixed prime lens may not work for me at this time. Sure, I can zoom in with my feet but there are times where you just can't due to situational awareness and survival instincts.
Victoria China Town is amazing for street photos, I shot a review there a few years ago. Great video man!
It’s so cool! I feel blessed to get to go down there all the time.
@@dunnadidit that's awesome man, we got 50cm of snow in Calgary this week so my street photos video was a quick one lol Vancouver Island is amazing,!
OOOOOFFF I don't miss that haha.
@@dunnadidit that's fair lol honestly going out to get eggs from the store feels like summiting everest. But hard to choose between sunny cold winters here or rainy ones in BC
I said it in my x100v review and it applies to the x100vi as well, the x100 series isn't for 95% of people. I think you explained who it's great for very well
Glad to hear we're thinking the same way!
@@dunnadidit definitely! It's a great camera but it's really not for everyone. It was great to hear your take on it! 👊🏻
Cheers!
Good video. X100-series is awesome, I’ve had three iterations; X100,X100F and X100V. However I sold those and not gonna buy this one. Nowdays there are so many better offerings in ILC market. The ability to swap a lens is essential.
Nice! Glad you love the line so much!
From someone who owns this camera, and owned an X100V I fully agree with your comments at the end
Well I agree with you agreeing with me. So it’s all just so agreeable.
Few years back I bought the x100T , I couldn't keep it for long , that fixed focal length isn't for me , the same happened with the Ricoh GR ii , great cameras but I won't buy them again.
Now I'm new to the micro four thirds system and I'm having fun with the olympus e-pl8 , no hype around this little m43 but it is very capable.
I have the V1, upgraded from the V but I too cannot understand why its so popular. Its complex and has a hellish deep menu. For tiktok a phone would be a whole lot easier. A friend just did the cover of Amature Photographer magazine using a mobile phone. That said the V1 is a proper little camera. It somehow makes photography fun again, its a very versatile package. The single lens somehow doesnt feel bad - and it fits on my motorbike. Come to think about it, I carry the camera everywhere.
Absolutely hit the nail on the head. Perfectly said and a great video Dunna.
Thanks so much!
Nice video. Where is the leather strap from?
A bit heavy on the negative sides. Obviously x100 isnt for everyone. Clearly ur shooting style doesnt fit with x100.
It's by far not the best camera for its price, but it's probably the most compact one with semipro level pictures without much editing afterwards. It's THE camera to put in your pocket and bring everywhere.
There's no use having a 10k€ huge camera with gear, if you don't take pictures with it. You won't bring such a setup to a nights out, you won't bring such a setup to a nice dinner with your wife, you won't bring such a setup to a casual walk or hike.... But you will be able to pull out the X100VI out of the pocket and take phenomenal pictures
Those scratchy hooks 🥶 Got mine yesterday. Even though I had a V, I love the VI already
First thing I thought when I saw that lol
Scratchy hooks?
@@dunnadidit the hooks on the camera strap can scratch the metal on the camera. you might wanna add the leather protectors that came with the camera.(if you care about this kinda thing)
@@dunnadidit Those metal clip/hooks at the end of your camera strap - I can just imagine them leaving lots of teeny tiny scratches on the camera - eeek
Well... fuji Canada might have something to say to me when I send back the loaner I used 😬 haha. It looks pretty unscathed to me. I couldn't figure out how to use the little leather things without a different style of strap, the instructions were definitely not for straps with hooks at the end. But I definitely needed to use my most hipster leather strap to complete the look 😂
I had the second version of the X100. I loved to have it in my hands and I really liked the look of the images. In the end I sold it because of the limitations outlined very well in the video. But I can't think of a cooler camera in my hand to be honest. The user experience and the joy is for sure great.
Right!? that cool factor makes it so hard not to buy one just to feel cool! But when it comes down to practicality, it's hard to justify isn't it?
@@dunnadidit 100% agree for sure! I found myself always playing with it at home 🙂. But to be honest it helped me to appreciate 35mm on FF. After I sold the X100S I bought a 35 1.4 prime which became my all time favorite lens, But yes I had it along with my zoom lenses. But for certain conditions it was all I needed.
Nice!
This camera is the Stanley thermos mug trend chase all over again. At it's price point you can get full frame Sony's at higher resolution and with a wide angle pancake lens you can have the same flexibility in cropping in with Clear-Image-Zoom function.
Yea definitely. This camera just has a different shooting experience that a lot of people gravitate towards. There’s definitely technically better camera you could buy for the cost of this one. You’re paying for the shooting experience here, not as much just camera specs.
There is something of a novelty when shooting with it. It feels different than other cameras... but I do think a lot of what's going on is still hype driven (the Stanley thermos is a funny comparison, I like that). In the end it's just up to the user and HOW MUCH that shooting experience makes a difference for them.
I always enjoying watching your videos man. keep up the great work.
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Cheers! Thank you!
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If a Sony is your preference then you have clearly demonstrated that the Fuji is not aimed at you anyway!
Yay - Fan Pan Alley! You are correct with your comments, particularly the camera as an adjunct to other gear you may own (for me it's my 1955 Mamiyaflex TLR medium format film camera) - thanks for sharing your views!
Can anyone help me ?... I've been working as a wardrobe fashion stylist for some time now... but it's time to start shooting my own content. I've been on the fence about purchasing the xt5 or the x100vi ?... I won't be shooting videos ( mainly indoor , small white room - white back drop or natural light ) . Mainly in black and white where my subjects are up close - 8 ft farthest ... I'm new to the game , so I'd like the one I choose to be simple and easy going !
Yup. Nearly got one before the hype then couldn't find one. Hopefully a lot of the hype buyers start selling soon.
A lot of Fuji users call Sony "soulless" for having amazing and reliable AF and ibis. Then they get super excited because the VI comes out with ibis and better AF 😂
No they don't. Nice strawman though.
@@fredbloggs545 sorry I offended you 😂.
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You don't know what strawman means, do you...
I bought an x100 for my wife. In two months she returned it and wanted a Leica.
Hi new to the X100Vi camera, I have noticed this thing with my camera where when I am cycling through the different film simulations and move the camera around while the menu is open, the lcd viewfinder behind becomes a bit laggy, but when I am done selecting the simulation it goes back to normal? is that common behaviour?
I use Canon cameras for professional use and wanted a compact personal camera and found the X100 series overhyped and defintely think the $1599 price tag absurd for the X100VI. I got a Fujifilm X-Pro 2 and X-T30 II and I love the fact I can change the lens.
Thanks for letting us know that you didn't want a 40mix, 23mm f2 with leaf shutter, IBIS, flash, ND, OVF and EVF in that size and weight. Very useful that, cheers!
I think you nailed it with this.
Thanks so much!
de ce in mortii matii sa nu o cumpar?!?!
What’s the recipe on the photos? Thanks
Somehow I've always been a prime shooter and along the line I fell in love with the 35mm focal range. So for me it's perfect, good review! :)
Traveling to different cities and parts of the world and keep it in your pocket. That’s why I would buy it.
Lots of cameras that can do that though... some with much more versatile lens options and still great quality, any reason why this one?
@@dunnadidit I’m all over the comments here, but I feel like all my comments are basically validating your thesis! I also don't think everyone needs it.
For someone like me who’s already a photographer, I feel like it provides a great level of engagement when traveling, while also being a good travel friendly size. I have 6 other cameras by the way, the x100 is just the one I use the most when I'm not shooting/filming for work! I don't need it to do everything, I like it cause it does one thing very well! which is being a 35mm fixed lens compact.
I can use it as a point and shoot, I can go full manual, I can have fun with it. Not having to look at the screen or down at all to change settings keeps me engaged with my surroundings more, (as I said in another comment I’m mainly shooting street, so I'm changing settings mostly between shots.)
The information the dials give you just by having the numbers written on is useful like when it’s really sunny and you don’t want to kill battery by having the screen at its brightest just to read the ISO.
Not having a zoom means I take a picture and move on, instead of standing and zooming in and out trying to decide the correct focal length. There's a lot to see while traveling.
I have an understanding of 35mm, so I know where to get the right shot from. I do miss having zoom when mountains are far away or skyline is across the river. That’s fine, makes me try to incorporate foreground elements or subjects closer to me. It is a compromise.
Bigger cameras or bigger lenses keep knocking on things, cause shoulder/neck pain after a long day of walking around, get in the way in crowded places, sweat, etc.
Now I can get some good video with the stabilization too, and better low light performance, which is something I wanted!
The 28mm on the GRiii would work very well too, just a slightly different shooting experience.
Haha I love it! You’re almost a moderator at this point 😂😂 great points!!
Cool video, thanks.
It's a camera with a lens; if you see a possibility for that camera and lens you take a photo. In addition, the zoom works pretty well, at least on the X100V it does. I'm not sure that the VI will do what you say it does, cutting down to 10Mp at 70mm efl, for instance. If only I could find one on which to test my theory, though . . . :-)
I think the XPro series is much more versatile due to the ability to change lenses, and you still have the OVF with a rangefinder look. Here's hoping Fujifilm has an Xpro4! I like the IV, but it couldn't be my one and only camera.
Respect for the honest review!
Good video. I agree with you. I want an ILC or if not, then a camera with some kind of zoom capability. A fixed lens camera is too limiting.
Yeah, definitely not for everyone hey!
No you don't have a fixed focal lenght, u have also 50 mm and 75 in camera zoom, and if you use the 2 lens adapters you have also from 28 to 100mm, 28, 35,42, 56, 75, 100
I did mention the digital zoom in the video, but it doesn't feel like it means much because you can literally crop in on any photo from any camera that way so it's not really a different focal length as much as it is just cropping the 35mm photo. As far as the adapters, I agree that those are options... but to me, I feel like that starts to get counterintuitive to the whole idea of the compact, pocketable, simple solution if you are also carrying around the adapters as well. I get that they aren't as big as other lenses, but it still feels contradictory to the main idea. However... if you do that and love it, then it's the right call for you and I love that!
Most people would become better photographers if they stuck with one camera and one prime lens. The prevalence of RUclips is only further pushing the GAS and FOMO agenda. A x100 isn't replacing a 5D with a bag full of zoom lenses, but the simplicity it offers is perfect for not overthinking gear and just shooting.
I haven't moved beyond the X100T, pimped to the max with Gariz case and accessories. I still have it and use it, but never really got to grips with it. It both pleases and disappoints. However, on review a fair number of my keepers come from this camera, where I am my own worst critic. It makes a really nice decoration when not in use. 🤭The alternative? I'm more than happy with my Panasonic GX9 and a select few lens and TZ100.
i’ve seen some professional images and videos come out of this camera that Youyubers will only dream of creating. i’m not a fan either but the sky ‘s the limit you can do anything with any camera if you’re creative.
I sold my X100V for an XT5 and never looked back!
Get the a7cii instead, which is small enough for travel and street, but also professional work. Yes, it’s more expensive, but you get so much more
Love the a7cii. It really is a fantastic option.
a7cii with 35mm isn't compact amongst other things, you are comparing apples and oranges.
@@fredbloggs545 the a7cii is a compact camera. If you want smaller lenses than the current 35mms you have e.g. 40mm 2.5g 🙌
@@fredbloggs545 it's pretty close with one of the muffin primes or one of the little manual-focus Samyungs or TTAs. There's an available small kit zoom the performs very well. The VI is prettier and I prefer the available old-school dials. But no way I'm going to be locked into 35mm at $1600. Original A7C + the small zoom is now on sale for not much more than this VI. I'd go for that first, even with the meh EVF.
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It isn't pretty close with the proper 35mm though.
What brand is that strap??
I def can't justify the fixed lens - there are many small interchangeable lens cameras and small lenses that give you so much more flexibility. I could see the F100 as a 3rd camera - literally something to toss in a bag when I would not have brought a camera at all. I do think a lot of the hype is the vibe/look which appeals to the TikTok influencer crowd- but for me a camera is NOT a fashion accessory...
What size is your Urban Explorer? I have the 20 and 25 :)
I have the 25L and the 30L. This one is the 30
@@dunnadidit nice. would be interested to see a video of your thoughts on it since I know you loved the original Shimoda Explore
I really do need to make a video on that bag haha. I think I got "bagged-out" for a while there lol.
I have a Fuji X-E3 and a 35mm, a 23mm and a 12mm Lens. In my opinion that was a better choice
Nice! The best choice is whatever works best for you!
Most of your cons are kind of subjective which I respect, but I guess the main gripe would be thinking it’s not worth the price. Which is fair but when compared cameras with similar use cases (eg. Leica Q series), I think it is reasonable. Maybe if you see it as a beginner camera, which you don’t, then a lower price would be justified.
Very astute observation at the end.
Why thank you.
Agree. Sure it's a nice camera, but I just don't need one.
Probably the case for a lot of people.
My walk-around lens is a - wait for it - 35mm f/1.8 Sony FE. So this camera isn't that much different, only lighter and more compact. That being said, I'll probably pass on it, and save my money for that A7cr, with 61MP. 🤣🤣🤣
1:00 That strap looks like it would make a mess of the sides of the camera body.
Enjoyed your honesty
Cheers!
I think you are absolutely right 👏
I followed your affiliate link to Amazon and they have a black one in stock ready to ship for $2999. f I wanted this kind of shooting experience and had $3000 to spend, I'd be looking at a used Leica Q.
Best review so far!!!
Wow, thanks!
Agree. I cancelled pre-order
Going with something else instead or sticking with what you have?
“Shot on Sony”
😂 Hey now... it could have been shot on my Sony or on my Lumix... But it was my FX3 haha. We use what we have!
lol no shame! The best camera in any review is the one being used to shoot the review! Can’t wait to switch over to Sony soon, been on Canon but want to collect the holy trinity of lens’s and would rather do that in the Sony cam fam.
I support this move!
I preordered on the morning of the announcement. There are a million preordered. I may not receive my camera for a year or two. This is bravo Sierra.
Clearly this camera isn’t for you. The single focal length is a feature that people want. This isn’t a video camera. It is a camera that does video. Many X100 users buy this camera because it is small and lightweight. This is a camera for street, travel and EDC. It isn’t a Swiss Army knife camera.
And yes, don’t buy this camera. If you preordered this camera please immediately cancel your order. Donna has said this camera isn’t for him.
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Sounds like you wouldn’t want a Q3 either 😂. I would have this as a second camera; one that I would have on me that doesn’t take a lot of space in my pocket.
I sold mine after 15 days
Get something else? Or just stick with what you already had?
Wait.... What.....???? Ppl before this are going for digital but then wanna the film look? But why???
Spot on!