Here's my in-depth Fujifilm X100 VI review for photography! Movie mode review coming soon. Sell your used gear to MPB at: bit.ly/3ULU9yL Buy used gear from MPB at: prf.hn/l/YLqwRAP Order the Fujifilm X100 VI from B&H: bhpho.to/4bHEbOQ or WEX UK: tidd.ly/49g0gSW Buy Gordon a coffee: www.paypal.me/cameralabs Gordon's In Camera book: amzn.to/2n61PfI / Amazon uk: amzn.to/2mBqRVZ Cameralabs merchandise: redbubble.com/people/cameralabs/shop Gordon’s retro gear channel: ruclips.net/user/dinobytes Equipment used for producing my videos DJI Osmo Pocket 3: click.dji.com/AIOhqT-LWUFDq-bGk8hD4Q?pm=link Panasonic Lumix S5 II: amzn.to/3Hf5IcI Sony A6400: prf.hn/l/pRO0wp5 Sony e 24mm f1.8: amzn.to/2TqWNzk Rode NT USB mic: amzn.to/3AdHcUp Rode Wireless Go II mic: amzn.to/3xkCvGo Rode Lavalier Go mic: amzn.to/3ygzzKY Godox UL150 light: amzn.to/2VpVbXE Godox QR-P70 softbox: amzn.to/3yQfGdF MacBook Pro 14in (16GB / 1TB): amzn.to/3PrKbPV 00:00 - Fujifilm X100 VI introduction 01:51 - Sell your used gear to MPB.com Sponsorship 03:01 - Fujifilm X100 VI upgrades and what's new 04:15 - Fujifilm X100 VI viewfinder OVF and EVF 05:13 - Fujifilm X100 VI battery and card 05:48 - Fujifilm X100 VI burst shooting 06:26 - Fujifilm X100 VI ports, Wifi, instax, frame.io 07:52 - Fujifilm X100 VI lens, teleconverters, panorama 10:05 - Fujifilm X100 VI leaf shutter and noise 11:24 - Fujifilm X100 VI ND filter 12:27 - Fujifilm X100 VI autofocus, subject detection, speed 14:14 - Fujifilm X100 VI resolution vs X100V 17:01 - Fujifilm X100 VI noise vs X100V 18:03 - Fujifilm X100 VI IBIS for photography 21:16 - Fujifilm X100 VI dynamic range and RAW 21:54 - Fujifilm X100 VI multiple exposure 22:39 - Fujifilm X100 VI verdict and sample images As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
I think if you're making a comparison, you have to show at least two products side by side, or it's pointless. It's more work which is why most don't do it, but I always try to do this in my reviews.
@@eric.p.merlin3537 yes, I think the lens is fine. As I demo in this video, you can see the XH2 and XH2S with one of their best lenses and the differences between 26 and 40MP are similar there too. If you compare the number of pixels horizontally and vertically on each frame, it's not a huge difference.
I am by no means a Fuji fanatic and have never owned an X100 camera. But I am a realist. I get very confused by all the comments on videos and photography forums/reddit that are irate that this camera is more than $999? They claim no fixed lens compact should ever be more than that price. _TLDR: The X100VI is accurately priced in the market, OR the entire photography market is wrong. That's another debate entirely._ From what I see in the market they have no choices I guess. The Lecia Q3 is roughly $6,000 USD, the 9 year old Sony RX1R II is still sold new for $3,300 USD. The 7 year old Ricoh GRIII is still sold new for $1,100 USD. A 1" sensor, 5 year old, Sony RX100VII is $1,300 new... (caveat, I've used the RX100VI and LOVED it) The closest comparison to the X100VI would be the X-E4 which has an MSRP new of $850, but now can only be found used for $1,200 and higher. Factor in the pancake 27mm f/2.8 and you're at $1,500 with a narrower and dimmer lens, no IBIS, 26 megapixels, no weather sealing. Sure, you can put any lens you like on it, but the price of the X100VI is for the body (plus additional features) and lens combined. The way I see the market, the X100VI is comparable to a Ricoh GRIII that you add $500 to the price for a twice as effective IBIS module, a lens capable of capturing an extra stop of light, a parallax corrected optical viewfinder with digital overlay, an electronic viewfinder, two way tilting rear touchscreen, a few extra buttons and 29% higher linear resolution. OR its a Leica Q3 with 19% less linear resolution, a half-stop less of light capture, smaller sensor, and smaller body, narrow the FOV, but add-in sensor stabilization, and reduce the price by $4,400. Or the RX1R II, don't change the resolution, or the field of view, or light transmittance (of the lens), but reduce the sensor size, add in a leaf shutter plus sensor stabilization, and reduce the price by $1,700. Take into account historical data: X100: $1,199 (launch) $1,696 (inflation adj) X100S: $1,299 (launch) $1,720 (inflation adj) X100T: $1,299 (launch) $1,692 (inflation adj) X100F: $1,299 (launch) $1,635 (inflation adj) X100V: $1,399 (launch) $1,667 (inflation adj) X100VI: $1,599 (launch $1,599 (inflation adj) It seems like this is the cheapest the camera has ever been, especially if you include the last 2 years of extreme second hand prices.
Very wise and detailed analysis, thanks. This being RUclips, I think some of the negative comments on any review are going to be from people who just don't like a particular brand, or in some cases might be trolling. That said, there are also some genuine complaints or questions about it which I always try and identify and reply to, but those who blindly say it should be under 1000 without explanation or comparison just aren't looking at what it offers.
right!..what do people think a company is going to sell a product for less than it was previously with update features haha they do not understand what a business is..lol like some had said if you adjust for inflation the V and VI will roughly be around the same price..lol some people always find something to complain about..if you do not agree or like the camera then its not for you..move on..haha
I'd like to add that the 23 f2 lens you get for ILCs is much softer than the one on the x100vi, meaning you can't quite get the same performance with a combo of let's say xe4 + 23f2
I'd usually be reluctant to watch a 26-minute review, but your reviews don't drag. I appreciate how concise and thorough you are. My VI is scheduled to arrive sometime in March (I just missed the cutoff for B&H's first batch of cameras, by one minute).
Thanks, I really honestly try and make 15min videos, but then I think of something else I want to add in there and before you know it, we're at 25-30! That's why I've separated the movie mode into a second video. Glad you find it useful though, and I hope you get yours soon.
Like many X100V and previous X100 users, I can acknowledge that this camera is not something I need - it’s something I want. However, with the introduction of IBIS, this camera has become a much more valuable piece of gear for me. It has a very unique set of features that actually make it what I consider “the best set photography camera of all time”. Yes, that’s hyperbole, but I would argue that it’s true. The whisper quiet leaf shutter means you can take photos under any lighting condition that impacted E-shutter. Its size means you can wear it all shoot long and it doesn’t get in the way. The IBIS means you can use it for 60p B-roll and get usable footage. The AF tracking make it actually useful for various creative shots that can all be performed silently on a production set. I’m really looking forward to using this in my personal life, but I’m very excited to have it join me on our next set where I can capture some great images for our social media and possibly deliverable content for our clients.
I got mine today, unpacked while your review was playing in the background, so I wasn't too focused on the PC :-) I went for a walk downtown afterwards 11PM local time. I really like this camera. It is a strong upgrade to the line. The colours are really good, and being able to shoot handheld at 1/4 is great for night shots in the city and opens some great new creative posibilities.
Regarding the change to factory in China, my VI is flawless and even better built than my F was in some ways. I was pleasantly surprised about that, so to anyone worried about lesser manufacturing quality I would say don’t be.
Many people do not know that the XT-4 and XT-5 have been made in china. The move to china for the x100vI was not only for production but for speed. A lot of the components to build the camera were coming from China already so they figured it would be more efficient to do it all in China.
Okay, right off the bat, WOW!! An excellent video by an actual photographer who knows what he's talking about without being condescending!! Your photos are top quality and your explanations are spot on. I'm impressed and ready for an epic 4 hour version of you discussing this camera in detail. Well, maybe an hour or two, but I'm confident the video would be informative. You should seriously consider putting your knowledge on this camera into a book. Frankly all the other RUclipss on this camera pale in comparison to your walk through. Keep up the excellent work. I am looking forward to more of your videos. You're amazing!! Thank you also for not jumping into the pool of stupidity and making out that "recipes" based on film emulations turn one's photos into masterpieces.
Coming from the Ricoh GRIII, I was pleasantly surprised by the image quality. The biggest advantage of the x100vi was the gorgeous EVF/OVF which I felt sorely missing on the Ricoh. The GRIII is certainly smaller and more pocketable but for me the EVF, the amazing film simulation recipes from the Fujifilm community and the styling of the x100vi won me over.
You do the best reviews! I have the X100V, adding IBIS was the natural next step. I won't be upgrading though, I love my X100V just as it is. By the way, I have used the crop 50 and 70, I find it useful.
Glad you enjoyed it! I rarely use the crops on my V as I'm irrationally obsessed with having the max resolution, but this in turn means I often reject the idea of a really tight crop and end up using my phone for longer views which of course isn't a great option! I should try embracing the crop as a test, as the end result may still have sufficient detail, and crucially will almost certainly be better than my phone!
Believe it or not, I use almost all the default settings. I use Provia for most of my shots, only switching to Velvia when I want punch colour, or Acros when I want B&W. I shoot in Auto ISO with the shutter set to A and control the aperture by hand. That's it really. I made a long term test on the V you might enjoy.
Amazing video! I think it's important to note that while you say the camera is still compatible will 'all cases and accessories' but the popular half/full leather cases that use the tripod-tread insert to attach WILL NOT work because of the change in placement of the hole.
You're absolutely right. As someone who doesn't use any cases with mine, I took Fujifilm's word for it without realising it was ONLY THEIR accessories which remain compatible. As you know, the thread has moved.
Looks like a nice EDC camera. Since it is a fixed lens, how do these go for getting dust on the sensor? Having to put it in for service to clean the sensor could end up expensive if dust can get in.
It's a valid concern, but in the three solid years I've been shooting with the V, it's not been an issue so far. Admittedly I tend to shoot at larger apertures where dust becomes less visible anyway, but I've not seen any yet.
Thanks, this was my conclusion after comparing the X100V to the XT5. The IBIS is a negative for my use (high vibration environment). Other than that I agree the XTransV and the IBIS would be great, the only downside is file size but storage is cheap right?
Half cases will be an issue especially if you get one which connects using the tripod mount..correct?..VI mount is moved up towards the front.. ..better off waiting for third parties to make a dedicated VI half cases..haha
I've not compared the position of the tripod threads side by side, have they moved it? The rear only protrudes half a mm more than before, so I'd imagine that's within the tolerances of most cases?
Great work as always Gordon. Got mine and did not see day and night difference. Although the improvements are very much welcome. The X100IV is a great camera but makes the X100V an even better option for those that need a photo camera that can capture mainly. eBay is now flooded with them and prices are just going to come down on the V.
Thanks for another useful review : ) I am saving for a replacement for my lost Fujifilm X100S. I love the X100 line because one can photograph without missing heavier equipment. Certainly the inclusion of IBIS frees even more from the use of tripods
8:45 I think it is good that it does not interpolate and create fake pixels that just make the image blurry. I would want all cameras that have digital zoom act like that. I like the idea of getting images ready at the camera instead of editing in post. If you shoot jpeg+raw you then have a chance to go back if you want.
I don't have any figures or much experience with the black but imagine it would show scratches more. I have a silver V and it still looks OK after a lot of use.
Gordon thanks for the interesting review showing the flowers next to each other i actually thought the x100v photo showed much more detail. Just axing i am thinking if buying the 6 but now i am hovering maybe to buying the XT150. Has ibis ands the film simulation on the handy left hand dial i am in a quandary which to buy Help !!!
Thank you for a most helpful review! Do you have an opinion on the best converter to use for the RAW files? Many appear to find the results produced by Lightroom to be softer than desirable. Would you agree? Thanks!
TBH, I rarely if ever process RAW files from these cameras. I choose Fujifilm for their OOC JPEGs which are already good enough for my needs. Look behind me on my couch and you'll see my book which is all about achieving the result in-camera - no need for RAW in all but the most extreme cases.
Great review as always 👍 I’m a Fuji user and already own the Fuji xh2 xh2s xt5 and xt4 and I’ve been in 2 minds in placing an order for the new x100vi !! Due to owning so many Fuji cameras already plus having nearly every Fuji lens too and I still carnt make my mind up if I should buy one ??? Is it justifiable? I do have gear acquisition syndrome too 😊 please help me decide!! As I see most folk owning one
Gordon appreciate the insight and the content..thank you keep up the great work..me personally like most people I "missed out" on the V and was not dumb enough to pay "resell" like some people..and just waited till this VI was released..excited for it..will obviously use it as it was intended for an EDC camera and leave my Sony work cameras home now..haha
Great camera for what it is and the user/use-case it is meant for.. The only quibble I have is that the lens flares a lot. I wonder if it’s my copy, or is this x100v/vi lens in general?
Thanks for your review. Very enlightening as usual. I’m an X-H1 user, considering the X100VI as a walk around alternative. I was hoping for a more detailed description of the WCL adapter. It sounded like you’re not too keen on using it. Please comment.
It's good, decent size, very little image quality loss. It does block the OVF a bit and on older models worsens the autofocus a little. Not sure if it's improved on the X100VI.
I'll try to make a review of the TCL and WCL in the near future. I've avoided them myself as I feel they add too much to the size and weight, not to mention the speed of using the camera. For me personally it's like putting a roofbox on a sports car - ie, using it in a way it wasn't originally designed for. Again, I feel if you want to often change focal lengths optically, go for a camera with interchangeable lenses, or maybe a zoom. For me the appeal of the X100 is ONLY having that one focal length. But that's just me. I'm seeing lots of comments from WCL and TCL owners here, so I'll make a video about them!
@@cameralabs hi Gordon. At first I was a bit disappointed at your reply, but after a bit of consideration, I decided against the X100VI. Instead, I purchased the X-T5 with the Voightlander 18/2.8. Almost as compact as the X100VI with my favourite focal length, and I get to use all my Fuji lenses when needed.
I preordered mine Feb 20th and received it March 14th. A Black one. It’s my first Fuji and man, do I have to learn a lot to get the best out of this pretty camera. I do have a Q2 too but it’s no comparison at all. Except maybe a fixed lens. When it comes to IQ the Leica is way better. But yeah, I know, it comes with a steep price tag. Thank you for your video. I subscribed to your channel.
Thanks for the great review and including details like the shutter sound. Curious to see how you shoot with it for video. I know that the V picked up a ton of noise from the lens on the internal mic, and I assume it’s the same here, though I havent seen a single review mention it. I think a lot of people will shoot video on this thing for clips of family life using the built in mic. My assumption is that it’s best to set focus mode in video to AFS so that the lens doesn’t continuously hunt and make noise, and then fine tune with manual focus adjustments (using AF+MF option). However I believe that manual focus aids are not available in this mode. it’s weird to me that Fuji does not let you assign a button to use AFS within MF mode, as you can on any Sony camera. This is the best way since you can use manual focus aids and then call on AFS only when needed. If there’s a way to do this on Fuji I’ve never found it, but it would be a good hack for shooting video on the older noisy Fuji lenses.
Does the X100VI not include the auto subject recognition found in the XS-20? I wish the same features carried over in all future models. Other than that, I have everything I wanted in the X100VI
I should do a follow-up video about HEIF as it's still a bit of a mystery on many cameras. Only phones seem to have got it right so far. And yes, I'll do more battery tests. It can get warm, but I wouldn't say hot at all.
@@dantsai yes, it may be responsible for my reduced battery life, but I use continuous on pretty much all the cameras with IBIS as it's useful for composition. But i do also turn them off straight afterwards.
@@cameralabs One of the things that surprised me when I bought a Fuji after using Nikon for more than 10 years is that they don't have an option for image stabilization when you hold the shutter half way down, I think that's the best way, at least for me. It helps with battery life and composition when you focus.
@@rem792 I need to retest that. I agree, when set to continuous, it should only come on with a half press to save power. I'm sure that was the case with the X100 VI, but need to recheck.
Fujifilm sure knows how to hit home runs! I personally have no use for this camera (and I don't understand its Big League appeal) but I'm very happy for the manufacturer.
Nice overview, Gordon, thanks. I'd be sorely tempted by the camera, but I've read the viewfinder has a very short eye-point, making it difficult for glasses wearers. What's your experience there?
Hmmm, not sure. I wear glasses when typing, but not when looking through a viewfinder, so I can't really say. I have however found the eye-point can be short on these smaller models. The optics are the same as earlier models though, so hopefully you'll be able to find one to try out. Let me know what you think.
Hey @Gordon Laing - The cases from the X100v are NOT compatible with the X100VI as they’ve moved the tripod mount and all the cases I’ve seen use the tripod mount. All the RUclipsrs keep saying this, but it’s not true. Just an FYI.
@@cameralabs Yup, unfortunately it’s been moved forward quite a bit. It’s obviously if you look at the bottom of a V and a VI. I ordered a case for mine, but it does not fit at all. Contacted the manufacturer and they’re waiting on their copy of the VI to make new cases just like everyone else.
@@stratopause The branded FUJI case may be the same, but third party cases do not fit if they use the tripod mount, which most do. Guess I should have clarified, any case that uses the tripod mount will not work.
I'm lucky to be able to sell my V for the same price I bought it. Went straight to pre-ordering the VI. To me the IBIS, higher res sensor and improved AF are no minor upgrades. As icing on the cake, I will get a 2nd battery and extra 1 year warranty as pre-order freebies. I will also get my preferred color (silver) as with the X100V I settled with black because supply was scarce. To me it was a no brainer decision. That said, I think the VI will be my last X100, as I can't imagine how it can be improved in future iterations to warrant another upgrade.
I preordered a black X100VI that is out of stock. I await the VI while on the waiting list. I look forward to your video review receiving the VI. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Really appreciate this review! Especially the autofocus demos. Would you say Fuji autofocus is catching up to Sony? (Agonising over the X100VI vs the Sony A7c ii with their FE 40mm f2.5 😄)
@@cameralabs Thanks. Might have to just use my current canon R5, Rf 15-35 2.8 and rf 70-200 f2.8 or street photography in Tokyo, NYC, etc. for awhile…would you?
@@photographerimages well I use an X100V for my travel now and love it. I don't miss travelling with my heavier systems at all, but then I've done a lot of trips with big systems so I've got most of those pictures I'm after. Now for me it's more about street, family, basic tourist shots rather than specialist ones. You can see what I shoot on my instagram @cameralabs mostly X100
@@cameralabs Thank you, just saw your review of the x-M5 and that was great also. Guess this x-100vi is a bit better but for street wonder if you would prefer the x-5.
Thanks for a great review! And thanks for confirming what I suspected regarding the AF speed, you just saved me a lot of money! (Unless of course the X100VI turns out to be blazingly quick at transferring images via the phone app.)
Got one on preorder on day 2 from a small store so I’m hopeful I’ll get one this month 😂 You can tell the people that jumped on the bandwagon on the last one that are mad it wasn’t a major upgrade. (Full frame) I know that battery and I wish they could have put the larger one in there but I guess it would have changed the size. Also the smaller mic port (not that I will use it) needs not to be in any camera forward.
Hi Gordon, Thank you for your excellent review. I had been weighing this camera up against the X-T5 with a 23mm or 27mm lens as a walkabout camera. I love the analog controls of the XT5, the 3 way LCD and of course the flexibility of changing lenses. Although both will fit in a large jacket pocket the XT5 with the small 27mm pancake lens is twice the weight. So I’ve bit the bullet and pre-ordered the X100VI. I’m hoping the viewfinder will be bright and clear enough for my slightly dodgy right eye but if it’s not I should have no difficulty selling it and trying out the XT5 in a shop. I really liked some of the photos you’d taken here so here’s hoping I might get somewhere close!
Thanks! The X-T5 with a small lens is also really nice BUT this is so much smaller and lighter, particularly thickness-wise, it'll fit into tighter spaces. Hope it works out for you.
Great camera but not right for everyone. Personally I’m loving it. I skipped the V after having owned the F, so for me the VI feels like a big upgrade. I feel bad for people waiting a long time to receive their preorders.
Just ridiculous to be honest. Placed my preorder when I found out it released. Still waiting. Had an order in for the x100v and was on a wait list for over a year and a half. Never got it but yet you see them already on eBay going for over 2500 dollars. This crap needs to stop. People need to quit paying 2-3x more than retail and the scalping will stop.
@@ejavenger yes I agree. I never will pay scalper prices and people who do are arguably more guilty than scalpers themselves, because if there was no money in it they wouldn’t scalp. I was on the B&H waiting list for the V for maybe 2 years and finally just gave up and waited for the VI instead. I preordered mine at Bestbuy instead of B&H and they came through for me. One big difference is B&H was still accepting preorders even though they couldn’t be filled any time soon, while Bestbuy’s preorder button went inactive after a little while which makes me believe they limited orders to actual number they had.
@@ejavenger I agree 100%. People who pay scalpers are the reason scalping persists. I was on the B&H waitlist for the X100 V for maybe 2 years before I just gave up on it and decided to wait for the VI instead. Glad I did. I did NOT preorder the VI with B&H - instead I used BestBuy and they came through. Unlike B&H, Bestbuy only seems to have allowed the number of orders that they could actually fill.
Gordon is the man !! He's been doing reviews for over 20 years !! I remember him when i was still in my 20's back when i had a desktop from Gateway... oh how things have changed.
@@cameralabs i knew it was at least 25 but i didn't wanna write the wrong number . Wow thats crazy long. Ive been into digicams since 2001. First camers was an Olympus D510 😁
@@frankartale1026 don't worry! PS - do you mean the E510? I remember reviewing that one while I was in NZ, lovely camera. I actually bought a couple of E400's recently, so look out for retro reviews of them on my Dino Bytes channel in the future! Thanks for your support.
I'm surprised by the popularity of these single focal length cameras. Though the higher resolution helps through cropping ability to get some variety from non-stop 35mm compositions. Maybe they got exposure from influencers on social media, or they're seen as a fashion accessory due to their vintage look. I would have said it's because it's lightweight, but at 571g it would be similar or heavier than a Canon M camera with a zoom lens. Maybe I missed something due to youtube's compression, but the 40mp pics always looked much sharper in this video when compared to the 26mp (visually similar to a camera with an aa filter vs one without).
RUclips definitely does something to them, but yes, they are sharper, perhaps digitally sharper. I'm talking about the actual resolved details though, as you can add more sharpening or reduce it as desired.
Great review, as always. I'm a Fuji shooter but prefer the 28mm of the Ricoh GRIII over the 35mm (equivalent) of the X100 series. Otherwise, I'd have an order in for one today.
I wish the x100 line had a 50mm FF equivalent lens. The 35mm equivalent just doesn't appeal me as much. I have a X100V and I use it often because it's so compact compared to my XT4 but if they can do the design magic for 50mm equivalent then that would be an instant buy from me. A GFX version of X100 with 50mm equivalent would be so worth the premium price as well. I really hope the rumours of new XPro model is true. I could really see myself using that. But I hope the design is improved, I didn't like the look of the xpro3. It just didn't look or feel as refined as the X100V or a Leica.
35 mm is more versatile. 50 mm cannot really be used inside. You can get 50 mm f/2 with the add on tele converter but it will add bulk d1ea30dbll17d8.cloudfront.net/12/1/images/catalog/i/xl_174936-tmp231E.jpg Back in the 70s when fixed focal length compacts were popular the most common focal length was 38 mm.
Put the fuji super ebc 49mm protector filter on my x100v1 using the fuji adapter ring. Now the supplied lens cap does not fit. The lens cap fitted perfectly on my old x100v. The hand grip and camera case no longer fits on the x100v1 - the screw hole has moved. Just saying. Camera is a nice upgrade.
@@cameralabs can’t recall the names as I sent them off with the x100v camera to a friend. I’d say no x100v grip or case will now fit as the screw hole in the x100v1 base moved a lot.
@@tappersreviews4677 thing was, the cap fitted very well on the protective filter so it was handy. No choice now, the cap is loose fit. If you are producing filters and caps, why not have them fit? Only one job.
I bought this camera and enjoy it. But I think it's hilarious how all reviewers are talking about how amazing it is that they fit IBIS into the body. The Ricoh GRIII/x (I also own) is probably less than 2/3rds the size of the X100vi, and has had great IBIS for years.
Having had an x100f for a few year’s alongside my xt3 I decided to preorder the VI, sadly Fuji only supply this camera (like the V) to social media influencers and not loyal customers, as such I purchased a 23mm f2 and stuck it on my xt3, might just he saved myself £1600. Very disillusioned with Fuji, imagine a new iPhone that you couldn’t buy
Great comparison, especially shutter sound - and lens sound: it's crazy that Fujifilm has so many noisy lenses. 2024, and no LM, no new lens, even for their best selling camera. Extremely limited development capacities, ignorance and/or rigid cost management, as they aren't updating a lot of old XF lenses. Very strange policy.
New firmware has already dropped to address the app issue. My biggest dislike outside of the cumbersome menu design is the super flimsy door on the side.
Spot on review. I’ve been taking a lot of photos with it myself and comparing it to the V, the IBIS is a big change. I agree with you that the increased resolution is nice, it’s not necessarily game changing. I’ve loved having it on the XT5 for cropping, but that IBIS man. That IBIS is what the V was missing. The subject detection is also nice to have as well. Certainly not on par with the XH2S, I found it did just fine with flying birds at close range. Not perfect, but very very good, world’s apart from the V. I haven’t tinkered with the video, yet but heading out to a pier today to give it a try. Cheers!
"hmm today I will pull a random price from my butt and with no justification say something that is not priced how I like should have the random price I pulled from my butt"
If you want to look at it as a value proposition, you can compare it to the Ricoh GR3: 24MP, IBIS, also amazing SOOC colors, no flash, no viewfinder, no usable video, fixed LCD, 950 to 1000 dollars new.
Duh. I realise that. I'm quoting how Fujifilm prefers them to be pronounced. At press events we asked the Fujifilm engineers and marketing people and they said pronounce V as VEE and VI as 6.
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00:00 - Fujifilm X100 VI introduction
01:51 - Sell your used gear to MPB.com Sponsorship
03:01 - Fujifilm X100 VI upgrades and what's new
04:15 - Fujifilm X100 VI viewfinder OVF and EVF
05:13 - Fujifilm X100 VI battery and card
05:48 - Fujifilm X100 VI burst shooting
06:26 - Fujifilm X100 VI ports, Wifi, instax, frame.io
07:52 - Fujifilm X100 VI lens, teleconverters, panorama
10:05 - Fujifilm X100 VI leaf shutter and noise
11:24 - Fujifilm X100 VI ND filter
12:27 - Fujifilm X100 VI autofocus, subject detection, speed
14:14 - Fujifilm X100 VI resolution vs X100V
17:01 - Fujifilm X100 VI noise vs X100V
18:03 - Fujifilm X100 VI IBIS for photography
21:16 - Fujifilm X100 VI dynamic range and RAW
21:54 - Fujifilm X100 VI multiple exposure
22:39 - Fujifilm X100 VI verdict and sample images
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Finally a reviewer that actually shows the x100vi and x100v images side by side
I think if you're making a comparison, you have to show at least two products side by side, or it's pointless. It's more work which is why most don't do it, but I always try to do this in my reviews.
@@cameralabs And it's greatly appreciated Gordon.
@@cameralabsGordon
Do you think the existing lens in the Mk V does support nicely the increased MP of the Mk VI?
Thx 🙏
@@eric.p.merlin3537 yes, I think the lens is fine. As I demo in this video, you can see the XH2 and XH2S with one of their best lenses and the differences between 26 and 40MP are similar there too. If you compare the number of pixels horizontally and vertically on each frame, it's not a huge difference.
I am by no means a Fuji fanatic and have never owned an X100 camera. But I am a realist. I get very confused by all the comments on videos and photography forums/reddit that are irate that this camera is more than $999? They claim no fixed lens compact should ever be more than that price.
_TLDR: The X100VI is accurately priced in the market, OR the entire photography market is wrong. That's another debate entirely._
From what I see in the market they have no choices I guess. The Lecia Q3 is roughly $6,000 USD, the 9 year old Sony RX1R II is still sold new for $3,300 USD. The 7 year old Ricoh GRIII is still sold new for $1,100 USD. A 1" sensor, 5 year old, Sony RX100VII is $1,300 new... (caveat, I've used the RX100VI and LOVED it) The closest comparison to the X100VI would be the X-E4 which has an MSRP new of $850, but now can only be found used for $1,200 and higher. Factor in the pancake 27mm f/2.8 and you're at $1,500 with a narrower and dimmer lens, no IBIS, 26 megapixels, no weather sealing. Sure, you can put any lens you like on it, but the price of the X100VI is for the body (plus additional features) and lens combined.
The way I see the market, the X100VI is comparable to a Ricoh GRIII that you add $500 to the price for a twice as effective IBIS module, a lens capable of capturing an extra stop of light, a parallax corrected optical viewfinder with digital overlay, an electronic viewfinder, two way tilting rear touchscreen, a few extra buttons and 29% higher linear resolution.
OR its a Leica Q3 with 19% less linear resolution, a half-stop less of light capture, smaller sensor, and smaller body, narrow the FOV, but add-in sensor stabilization, and reduce the price by $4,400.
Or the RX1R II, don't change the resolution, or the field of view, or light transmittance (of the lens), but reduce the sensor size, add in a leaf shutter plus sensor stabilization, and reduce the price by $1,700.
Take into account historical data:
X100: $1,199 (launch) $1,696 (inflation adj)
X100S: $1,299 (launch) $1,720 (inflation adj)
X100T: $1,299 (launch) $1,692 (inflation adj)
X100F: $1,299 (launch) $1,635 (inflation adj)
X100V: $1,399 (launch) $1,667 (inflation adj)
X100VI: $1,599 (launch $1,599 (inflation adj)
It seems like this is the cheapest the camera has ever been, especially if you include the last 2 years of extreme second hand prices.
Very wise and detailed analysis, thanks. This being RUclips, I think some of the negative comments on any review are going to be from people who just don't like a particular brand, or in some cases might be trolling. That said, there are also some genuine complaints or questions about it which I always try and identify and reply to, but those who blindly say it should be under 1000 without explanation or comparison just aren't looking at what it offers.
right!..what do people think a company is going to sell a product for less than it was previously with update features haha they do not understand what a business is..lol like some had said if you adjust for inflation the V and VI will roughly be around the same price..lol some people always find something to complain about..if you do not agree or like the camera then its not for you..move on..haha
I'd like to add that the 23 f2 lens you get for ILCs is much softer than the one on the x100vi, meaning you can't quite get the same performance with a combo of let's say xe4 + 23f2
@@pizza.doctor that's also my findings. I wish they'd update the 23 f2
I hadn't even considered the prices adjusted for inflation.Thank you, great post. 👍
been watching x100vi videos nonstop while i wait for mine to arrive, and this was by far the best review on youtube`
Thanks, I put a lot into it!
I'd usually be reluctant to watch a 26-minute review, but your reviews don't drag. I appreciate how concise and thorough you are. My VI is scheduled to arrive sometime in March (I just missed the cutoff for B&H's first batch of cameras, by one minute).
Thanks, I really honestly try and make 15min videos, but then I think of something else I want to add in there and before you know it, we're at 25-30! That's why I've separated the movie mode into a second video. Glad you find it useful though, and I hope you get yours soon.
Like many X100V and previous X100 users, I can acknowledge that this camera is not something I need - it’s something I want. However, with the introduction of IBIS, this camera has become a much more valuable piece of gear for me. It has a very unique set of features that actually make it what I consider “the best set photography camera of all time”. Yes, that’s hyperbole, but I would argue that it’s true. The whisper quiet leaf shutter means you can take photos under any lighting condition that impacted E-shutter. Its size means you can wear it all shoot long and it doesn’t get in the way. The IBIS means you can use it for 60p B-roll and get usable footage. The AF tracking make it actually useful for various creative shots that can all be performed silently on a production set.
I’m really looking forward to using this in my personal life, but I’m very excited to have it join me on our next set where I can capture some great images for our social media and possibly deliverable content for our clients.
I got mine today, unpacked while your review was playing in the background, so I wasn't too focused on the PC :-) I went for a walk downtown afterwards 11PM local time. I really like this camera. It is a strong upgrade to the line. The colours are really good, and being able to shoot handheld at 1/4 is great for night shots in the city and opens some great new creative posibilities.
Hope you'll be happy with it! Let me know what shutters you're able to handhold - I was quite surprised how low I could go reliably.
Regarding the change to factory in China, my VI is flawless and even better built than my F was in some ways. I was pleasantly surprised about that, so to anyone worried about lesser manufacturing quality I would say don’t be.
I don't think quality can be judged in such a short time, though. the Japanese built xpro3 took a while before issues with lcd screen were brought up
Same here, build quality at first blush and a thousand snaps is really great.
Many people do not know that the XT-4 and XT-5 have been made in china. The move to china for the x100vI was not only for production but for speed. A lot of the components to build the camera were coming from China already so they figured it would be more efficient to do it all in China.
Not a bit. The best made phones for many years, the iPhones, were made in China.
It is not that China quality is bad. It is just Japanese quality is superior to everything. Like Swiss or German used to be.
I did! thank you for sharing your experience! 😊
Okay, right off the bat, WOW!! An excellent video by an actual photographer who knows what he's talking about without being condescending!! Your photos are top quality and your explanations are spot on. I'm impressed and ready for an epic 4 hour version of you discussing this camera in detail. Well, maybe an hour or two, but I'm confident the video would be informative. You should seriously consider putting your knowledge on this camera into a book. Frankly all the other RUclipss on this camera pale in comparison to your walk through. Keep up the excellent work. I am looking forward to more of your videos. You're amazing!! Thank you also for not jumping into the pool of stupidity and making out that "recipes" based on film emulations turn one's photos into masterpieces.
Thanks! And that's a good idea about a tutorial...
Your review tells me I made the right choice preordering. Hopefully get it in next few months. Thanks.
Coming from the Ricoh GRIII, I was pleasantly surprised by the image quality. The biggest advantage of the x100vi was the gorgeous EVF/OVF which I felt sorely missing on the Ricoh. The GRIII is certainly smaller and more pocketable but for me the EVF, the amazing film simulation recipes from the Fujifilm community and the styling of the x100vi won me over.
Thx a lot for this very competent and in depth review. And the Moog pillow is killer! 👏🏻😃
Thanks! Yeah, the Mini Moog beanbag sofa is fun!
@cameralabs wow. It's even a mini sofa!? Super cool. I definitely want one, and the camera as well (the latter is already ordered). 😃
Incredibly comprehensive review. As always. Thank You.
Glad you found it useful!
You do the best reviews!
I have the X100V, adding IBIS was the natural next step. I won't be upgrading though, I love my X100V just as it is.
By the way, I have used the crop 50 and 70, I find it useful.
Glad you enjoyed it! I rarely use the crops on my V as I'm irrationally obsessed with having the max resolution, but this in turn means I often reject the idea of a really tight crop and end up using my phone for longer views which of course isn't a great option! I should try embracing the crop as a test, as the end result may still have sufficient detail, and crucially will almost certainly be better than my phone!
Thanks for your review. Very much appreciated. You just convinced me to upgrade from X100S to X100VI. Cheers 🥂
You're welcome, hope you find one!
Gordon - Thanks for yet another down to earth, thorough common sense review. And yes! let's start the XT3 replacement movement !
Comprehensive and most valuable review of the VI yet.
Thankyou! And soon to be complemented by my review of the video capabilities...
Thanks!
Thankyou!
Thanks
Thankyou, very much appreciated!
Thank you for the thoroughness of your review. Excellent video well done!
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
Since you're a long-time X100V user/owner, I'd love to see a setup/settings video from you. Can't wait for your next installment on video features.
Believe it or not, I use almost all the default settings. I use Provia for most of my shots, only switching to Velvia when I want punch colour, or Acros when I want B&W. I shoot in Auto ISO with the shutter set to A and control the aperture by hand. That's it really. I made a long term test on the V you might enjoy.
Excellent detailed review as always. Thanks 🙏🏽
Thanks! I just published my movie mode review...
Fantastic review Gordon! Looking forward to the video review! 😊
Thanks! Not sure if you've seen it yet, but it's here: ruclips.net/video/Eg-cRjlFoqI/видео.html
Amazing video! I think it's important to note that while you say the camera is still compatible will 'all cases and accessories' but the popular half/full leather cases that use the tripod-tread insert to attach WILL NOT work because of the change in placement of the hole.
You're absolutely right. As someone who doesn't use any cases with mine, I took Fujifilm's word for it without realising it was ONLY THEIR accessories which remain compatible. As you know, the thread has moved.
Excellent video! I love your honest assessments. Thanks!
Thanks! Hope you saw the movie mode one too!
Great review! Thank you for all the hard work and side-by-side comparisons. Much appreciated and new sub. 👍
Thanks, and you're very welcome!
Great review! Looking forward to the video portion
Thanks! Not sure if you've seen it yet, but it's here: ruclips.net/video/Eg-cRjlFoqI/видео.html
Looks like a nice EDC camera.
Since it is a fixed lens, how do these go for getting dust on the sensor?
Having to put it in for service to clean the sensor could end up expensive if dust can get in.
It's a valid concern, but in the three solid years I've been shooting with the V, it's not been an issue so far. Admittedly I tend to shoot at larger apertures where dust becomes less visible anyway, but I've not seen any yet.
Thanks, this was my conclusion after comparing the X100V to the XT5. The IBIS is a negative for my use (high vibration environment). Other than that I agree the XTransV and the IBIS would be great, the only downside is file size but storage is cheap right?
The files aren't much bigger in terms of storage, I wouldn't say it's an issue.
@@cameralabs interesting, the XT5 files are pretty big, certainly bigger than the X100V.
Woah just saw the instax suff! This is pretty crazy....
Half cases will be an issue especially if you get one which connects using the tripod mount..correct?..VI mount is moved up towards the front..
..better off waiting for third parties to make a dedicated VI half cases..haha
I've not compared the position of the tripod threads side by side, have they moved it? The rear only protrudes half a mm more than before, so I'd imagine that's within the tolerances of most cases?
Great work as always Gordon. Got mine and did not see day and night difference. Although the improvements are very much welcome.
The X100IV is a great camera but makes the X100V an even better option for those that need a photo camera that can capture mainly. eBay is now flooded with them and prices are just going to come down on the V.
Be interesting to see what prices the V end up at - are you seeing any bargains?
The new X100 VI looks like a strong upgrade. Great review Gordon, and thanks for sharing.
You're welcome!
Thanks for another useful review : ) I am saving for a replacement for my lost Fujifilm X100S. I love the X100 line because one can photograph without missing heavier equipment. Certainly the inclusion of IBIS frees even more from the use of tripods
Sorry to hear you lost your S. I also love the size and weight of the series, - I talk about it in my X100V 1 year review...
Hello, great video!! Congratulations. Have you noticed softness in the images?
Thanks, and no. You can see all my images in the video and on my website.
8:45 I think it is good that it does not interpolate and create fake pixels that just make the image blurry. I would want all cameras that have digital zoom act like that. I like the idea of getting images ready at the camera instead of editing in post. If you shoot jpeg+raw you then have a chance to go back if you want.
Very true
Thoughts on the scratch resistance of the silver versus the black?
I don't have any figures or much experience with the black but imagine it would show scratches more. I have a silver V and it still looks OK after a lot of use.
Gordon thanks for the interesting review showing the flowers next to each other i actually thought the x100v photo showed much more detail. Just axing i am thinking if buying the 6 but now i am hovering maybe to buying the XT150. Has ibis ands the film simulation on the handy left hand dial i am in a quandary which to buy Help !!!
The VI is definitely out-resolving the V in the original images.
Thank you for a most helpful review! Do you have an opinion on the best converter to use for the RAW files? Many appear to find the results produced by Lightroom to be softer than desirable. Would you agree? Thanks!
TBH, I rarely if ever process RAW files from these cameras. I choose Fujifilm for their OOC JPEGs which are already good enough for my needs. Look behind me on my couch and you'll see my book which is all about achieving the result in-camera - no need for RAW in all but the most extreme cases.
Great review as always 👍 I’m a Fuji user and already own the Fuji xh2 xh2s xt5 and xt4 and I’ve been in 2 minds in placing an order for the new x100vi !! Due to owning so many Fuji cameras already plus having nearly every Fuji lens too and I still carnt make my mind up if I should buy one ??? Is it justifiable? I do have gear acquisition syndrome too 😊 please help me decide!! As I see most folk owning one
Basically, would you like a smaller version of what you have? Then go for it!
@@cameralabs are you going to be at the photography show ?
@@Pixelpeeps-69 not sure at the moment, I don't really enjoy trade shows...
Gordon appreciate the insight and the content..thank you keep up the great work..me personally like most people I "missed out" on the V and was not dumb enough to pay "resell" like some people..and just waited till this VI was released..excited for it..will obviously use it as it was intended for an EDC camera and leave my Sony work cameras home now..haha
Glad you found it useful!
Great camera for what it is and the user/use-case it is meant for.. The only quibble I have is that the lens flares a lot. I wonder if it’s my copy, or is this x100v/vi lens in general?
I've noticed some softening on my V lens if I'm not careful with sun position, so it'll be similar here
Thanks Gordon. Great review as usual. The only thing you missed was the date mine will arrive 😂 Ordered 9am on launch day from Wex but no news…
Let me know when you get it, it would be good to monitor how long they're taking.
Thanks for your review. Very enlightening as usual.
I’m an X-H1 user, considering the X100VI as a walk around alternative.
I was hoping for a more detailed description of the WCL adapter. It sounded like you’re not too keen on using it.
Please comment.
It's good, decent size, very little image quality loss. It does block the OVF a bit and on older models worsens the autofocus a little. Not sure if it's improved on the X100VI.
I'll try to make a review of the TCL and WCL in the near future. I've avoided them myself as I feel they add too much to the size and weight, not to mention the speed of using the camera. For me personally it's like putting a roofbox on a sports car - ie, using it in a way it wasn't originally designed for. Again, I feel if you want to often change focal lengths optically, go for a camera with interchangeable lenses, or maybe a zoom. For me the appeal of the X100 is ONLY having that one focal length. But that's just me. I'm seeing lots of comments from WCL and TCL owners here, so I'll make a video about them!
@@cameralabs hi Gordon. At first I was a bit disappointed at your reply, but after a bit of consideration, I decided against the X100VI.
Instead, I purchased the X-T5 with the Voightlander 18/2.8. Almost as compact as the X100VI with my favourite focal length, and I get to use all my Fuji lenses when needed.
@@JeffTokayer wise decision!
I preordered mine Feb 20th and received it March 14th. A Black one. It’s my first Fuji and man, do I have to learn a lot to get the best out of this pretty camera. I do have a Q2 too but it’s no comparison at all. Except maybe a fixed lens. When it comes to IQ the Leica is way better. But yeah, I know, it comes with a steep price tag. Thank you for your video. I subscribed to your channel.
Thanks, let us know how you're getting on with it in a few weeks...
I've heard that the slight change in size is problematic for case and grip cut-out alignment. Have you found that?
Yes and no, it works fine with Fujifilm accessories BUT the tripod thread has moved, so if an accessory uses that, it won't work on this one.
Great review. I now just have to wait for my pre-order to arrive... whenever that may be
Hopefully soon! Let us know when it comes!
Thanks for the great review and including details like the shutter sound. Curious to see how you shoot with it for video. I know that the V picked up a ton of noise from the lens on the internal mic, and I assume it’s the same here, though I havent seen a single review mention it. I think a lot of people will shoot video on this thing for clips of family life using the built in mic.
My assumption is that it’s best to set focus mode in video to AFS so that the lens doesn’t continuously hunt and make noise, and then fine tune with manual focus adjustments (using AF+MF option). However I believe that manual focus aids are not available in this mode. it’s weird to me that Fuji does not let you assign a button to use AFS within MF mode, as you can on any Sony camera. This is the best way since you can use manual focus aids and then call on AFS only when needed. If there’s a way to do this on Fuji I’ve never found it, but it would be a good hack for shooting video on the older noisy Fuji lenses.
Yep, the lens noise is still audible on video, especially with AFC
Thanks! Not sure if you've seen it yet, but it's here: ruclips.net/video/Eg-cRjlFoqI/видео.html
Does the X100VI not include the auto subject recognition found in the XS-20? I wish the same features carried over in all future models.
Other than that, I have everything I wanted in the X100VI
That was only available in the full auto on the xs, which isn't on the x100vi as far as I know.
Gordon, great review. I wish you have spoken more about the battery life, is it heating up around the pad, also for HEIF and its 14 bit image?
I should do a follow-up video about HEIF as it's still a bit of a mystery on many cameras. Only phones seem to have got it right so far. And yes, I'll do more battery tests. It can get warm, but I wouldn't say hot at all.
@@cameralabs i'd be curious how much impact the 'Continuous' IBIS you're using has on the battery life, as opposed to only when shooting
@@dantsai yes, it may be responsible for my reduced battery life, but I use continuous on pretty much all the cameras with IBIS as it's useful for composition. But i do also turn them off straight afterwards.
@@cameralabs One of the things that surprised me when I bought a Fuji after using Nikon for more than 10 years is that they don't have an option for image stabilization when you hold the shutter half way down, I think that's the best way, at least for me. It helps with battery life and composition when you focus.
@@rem792 I need to retest that. I agree, when set to continuous, it should only come on with a half press to save power. I'm sure that was the case with the X100 VI, but need to recheck.
Fujifilm sure knows how to hit home runs! I personally have no use for this camera (and I don't understand its Big League appeal) but I'm very happy for the manufacturer.
Nice overview, Gordon, thanks. I'd be sorely tempted by the camera, but I've read the viewfinder has a very short eye-point, making it difficult for glasses wearers. What's your experience there?
Hmmm, not sure. I wear glasses when typing, but not when looking through a viewfinder, so I can't really say. I have however found the eye-point can be short on these smaller models. The optics are the same as earlier models though, so hopefully you'll be able to find one to try out. Let me know what you think.
Hey @Gordon Laing - The cases from the X100v are NOT compatible with the X100VI as they’ve moved the tripod mount and all the cases I’ve seen use the tripod mount. All the RUclipsrs keep saying this, but it’s not true. Just an FYI.
Thanks, I've not tried any cases with it, so have been repeating Fujifilm's line there. I'll check. Has the tripod thread really been moved that much?
@@cameralabs Yup, unfortunately it’s been moved forward quite a bit. It’s obviously if you look at the bottom of a V and a VI. I ordered a case for mine, but it does not fit at all. Contacted the manufacturer and they’re waiting on their copy of the VI to make new cases just like everyone else.
Fuji case is the same for V and VI, no tripod mount. All L brackets and hand grip for V are not compatible with VI
@@stratopause The branded FUJI case may be the same, but third party cases do not fit if they use the tripod mount, which most do. Guess I should have clarified, any case that uses the tripod mount will not work.
@@ramblingcameraman990 thanks for confirming.
I'm lucky to be able to sell my V for the same price I bought it. Went straight to pre-ordering the VI. To me the IBIS, higher res sensor and improved AF are no minor upgrades. As icing on the cake, I will get a 2nd battery and extra 1 year warranty as pre-order freebies. I will also get my preferred color (silver) as with the X100V I settled with black because supply was scarce. To me it was a no brainer decision. That said, I think the VI will be my last X100, as I can't imagine how it can be improved in future iterations to warrant another upgrade.
Good choice on the silver, I think it looks nicer and seems to resist finger prints more. Wise decision on the spare battery too!
Any update when you will upload the In-Depth video review for the X100VI. Love to hear your thoughts.
Hopefully in about one to two weeks I was stalled by some tight deadlines
Not sure if you've seen it yet, but it's here: ruclips.net/video/Eg-cRjlFoqI/видео.html
I preordered a black X100VI that is out of stock. I await the VI while on the waiting list. I look forward to your video review receiving the VI.
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Really appreciate this review! Especially the autofocus demos.
Would you say Fuji autofocus is catching up to Sony?
(Agonising over the X100VI vs the Sony A7c ii with their FE 40mm f2.5 😄)
Sony and Canon's Af is still much faster and more confident, especially for video. Depends if Fujifilm's is good enough though. For me it is.
@@cameralabsThanks so much 👍
Thank you for another great video. How long does it usually take to get it, does anyone know once on a waitlist?
Depends where you are. Sometimes bigger shops get more stock, but smaller shops have fewer orders
@@cameralabs Thanks. Might have to just use my current canon R5, Rf 15-35 2.8 and rf 70-200 f2.8 or street photography in Tokyo, NYC, etc. for awhile…would you?
@@photographerimages well I use an X100V for my travel now and love it. I don't miss travelling with my heavier systems at all, but then I've done a lot of trips with big systems so I've got most of those pictures I'm after. Now for me it's more about street, family, basic tourist shots rather than specialist ones. You can see what I shoot on my instagram @cameralabs mostly X100
@@cameralabs Thank you, just saw your review of the x-M5 and that was great also. Guess this x-100vi is a bit better but for street wonder if you would prefer the x-5.
@@photographerimages personally I need a viewfinder, so the X-M5 wouldn't work for me. The X100 is perfect for me.
Does it still have warm issue like V while taking pics?
I didn't notice it getting particularly warm, but then I've not noticed the V getting particularly warm either.
Thanks for a great review! And thanks for confirming what I suspected regarding the AF speed, you just saved me a lot of money! (Unless of course the X100VI turns out to be blazingly quick at transferring images via the phone app.)
Hmmm, I'll wait and see regarding the app, I haven't had great experiences with previous versions. I hope they can resolve them.
Don’t understand why the shutter speed dial is never bigger to add more stop. I had the x-t20 and that’s one of the things that annoyed me.
Got one on preorder on day 2 from a small store so I’m hopeful I’ll get one this month 😂 You can tell the people that jumped on the bandwagon on the last one that are mad it wasn’t a major upgrade. (Full frame) I know that battery and I wish they could have put the larger one in there but I guess it would have changed the size. Also the smaller mic port (not that I will use it) needs not to be in any camera forward.
the previous cases dont fit as the tripod mount has moved on the VI
Yeah, Ive since discovered that. It's only Fujifilm's own accessories which still work.
Hi Gordon, Thank you for your excellent review. I had been weighing this camera up against the X-T5 with a 23mm or 27mm lens as a walkabout camera. I love the analog controls of the XT5, the 3 way LCD and of course the flexibility of changing lenses. Although both will fit in a large jacket pocket the XT5 with the small 27mm pancake lens is twice the weight. So I’ve bit the bullet and pre-ordered the X100VI. I’m hoping the viewfinder will be bright and clear enough for my slightly dodgy right eye but if it’s not I should have no difficulty selling it and trying out the XT5 in a shop. I really liked some of the photos you’d taken here so here’s hoping I might get somewhere close!
Thanks! The X-T5 with a small lens is also really nice BUT this is so much smaller and lighter, particularly thickness-wise, it'll fit into tighter spaces. Hope it works out for you.
I pre-ordered this camera. I figure I cannot lose my investment. But, I may have to wait a while before it is actually delivered.
I ordered Feb 23 and told today I won't receive in March.
@@gary4739 : Thanx for your update. B&H "confirmed" my order on 02/20 and I've heard nothing since ... 😕
How good is the auto focus ?
Don't I show that in the video?
Great camera but not right for everyone. Personally I’m loving it. I skipped the V after having owned the F, so for me the VI feels like a big upgrade. I feel bad for people waiting a long time to receive their preorders.
Just ridiculous to be honest. Placed my preorder when I found out it released. Still waiting. Had an order in for the x100v and was on a wait list for over a year and a half. Never got it but yet you see them already on eBay going for over 2500 dollars. This crap needs to stop. People need to quit paying 2-3x more than retail and the scalping will stop.
@@ejavenger yes I agree. I never will pay scalper prices and people who do are arguably more guilty than scalpers themselves, because if there was no money in it they wouldn’t scalp. I was on the B&H waiting list for the V for maybe 2 years and finally just gave up and waited for the VI instead. I preordered mine at Bestbuy instead of B&H and they came through for me. One big difference is B&H was still accepting preorders even though they couldn’t be filled any time soon, while Bestbuy’s preorder button went inactive after a little while which makes me believe they limited orders to actual number they had.
@@ejavenger I agree 100%. People who pay scalpers are the reason scalping persists. I was on the B&H waitlist for the X100 V for maybe 2 years before I just gave up on it and decided to wait for the VI instead. Glad I did. I did NOT preorder the VI with B&H - instead I used BestBuy and they came through. Unlike B&H, Bestbuy only seems to have allowed the number of orders that they could actually fill.
I love seeing Brighton (my home town) in so may of the photos :)
Brighton's the best! Are you still based here?
@@cameralabs I am! It’s hard to leave :)
Gordon is the man !! He's been doing reviews for over 20 years !! I remember him when i was still in my 20's back when i had a desktop from Gateway... oh how things have changed.
Thanks! I've actually been doing this for 32 years now!!!
@@cameralabs i knew it was at least 25 but i didn't wanna write the wrong number . Wow thats crazy long. Ive been into digicams since 2001. First camers was an Olympus D510 😁
@@frankartale1026 don't worry! PS - do you mean the E510? I remember reviewing that one while I was in NZ, lovely camera. I actually bought a couple of E400's recently, so look out for retro reviews of them on my Dino Bytes channel in the future! Thanks for your support.
I'm surprised by the popularity of these single focal length cameras. Though the higher resolution helps through cropping ability to get some variety from non-stop 35mm compositions. Maybe they got exposure from influencers on social media, or they're seen as a fashion accessory due to their vintage look. I would have said it's because it's lightweight, but at 571g it would be similar or heavier than a Canon M camera with a zoom lens.
Maybe I missed something due to youtube's compression, but the 40mp pics always looked much sharper in this video when compared to the 26mp (visually similar to a camera with an aa filter vs one without).
RUclips definitely does something to them, but yes, they are sharper, perhaps digitally sharper. I'm talking about the actual resolved details though, as you can add more sharpening or reduce it as desired.
The important question: Is that the _same_ ginger cordial bottle on every focus-speed test or new ones each time ;-) Well done and thorough as always.
Well spotted and yes, until one of my family drinks it, I'll be using it for AF tests.
@@cameralabs 🤣
Great review, as always. I'm a Fuji shooter but prefer the 28mm of the Ricoh GRIII over the 35mm (equivalent) of the X100 series. Otherwise, I'd have an order in for one today.
Yes, I often yearn for something a bit wider...
great review, now just waiting to get it after ordering directly after the summit was over. I should have it in a few months.
Good luck, hope you enjoy it!
10:06 this answered my adapter question. Thanks.
I wish the x100 line had a 50mm FF equivalent lens. The 35mm equivalent just doesn't appeal me as much. I have a X100V and I use it often because it's so compact compared to my XT4 but if they can do the design magic for 50mm equivalent then that would be an instant buy from me. A GFX version of X100 with 50mm equivalent would be so worth the premium price as well.
I really hope the rumours of new XPro model is true. I could really see myself using that. But I hope the design is improved, I didn't like the look of the xpro3. It just didn't look or feel as refined as the X100V or a Leica.
I think there's potential for several versions of the X100 with different lenses, and of course 50 would be one of them!
Like the 50mm FOV? Have you considered purchasing the TCL? The alternative is take a step or two closer to your subject.
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It does have 50mm… at 20MP. Or a conversion lens.
35 mm is more versatile. 50 mm cannot really be used inside. You can get 50 mm f/2 with the add on tele converter but it will add bulk
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Back in the 70s when fixed focal length compacts were popular the most common focal length was 38 mm.
Put the fuji super ebc 49mm protector filter on my x100v1 using the fuji adapter ring. Now the supplied lens cap does not fit. The lens cap fitted perfectly on my old x100v. The hand grip and camera case no longer fits on the x100v1 - the screw hole has moved. Just saying. Camera is a nice upgrade.
Which handgrip and case? I'll ask Fujifilm about it - they assured me all of their accessories would work.
@@cameralabs can’t recall the names as I sent them off with the x100v camera to a friend. I’d say no x100v grip or case will now fit as the screw hole in the x100v1 base moved a lot.
The lens cap is a waste of time anyway once you have the adapter + filter attached.
@@tappersreviews4677 thing was, the cap fitted very well on the protective filter so it was handy. No choice now, the cap is loose fit. If you are producing filters and caps, why not have them fit? Only one job.
Great review! decent camera but wayy wayy overhyped .
I'll skipt it for the time being and enjoy my ZF , wait for the hype to pass.
The lack of Instax compatibility is mind boggling!!
I know, it's bizarre.
I bought this camera and enjoy it. But I think it's hilarious how all reviewers are talking about how amazing it is that they fit IBIS into the body. The Ricoh GRIII/x (I also own) is probably less than 2/3rds the size of the X100vi, and has had great IBIS for years.
Very true, the GRIII has IBIS in an even smaller body.
I just saw the review from Samuel Streetlife. Wide open is the lens not as good as an Ricoh GR3 and it hunts and making noice with AF tracking.
I can't comment on other's reviews. It does however make the same lens noise as before, so that's no surprise. You can hear it in my video.
@@cameralabs I understand and I did hear it in your video. A great video, as always. Thanks!
Having had an x100f for a few year’s alongside my xt3 I decided to preorder the VI, sadly Fuji only supply this camera (like the V) to social media influencers and not loyal customers, as such I purchased a 23mm f2 and stuck it on my xt3, might just he saved myself £1600. Very disillusioned with Fuji, imagine a new iPhone that you couldn’t buy
40mp on a crop sensor is a deal breaker for me. Nevertheless, great review 👍
Great comparison, especially shutter sound - and lens sound: it's crazy that Fujifilm has so many noisy lenses. 2024, and no LM, no new lens, even for their best selling camera. Extremely limited development capacities, ignorance and/or rigid cost management, as they aren't updating a lot of old XF lenses. Very strange policy.
Thanks, and yes, I'd like to see a few more lens updates from them, especially an improved XF 23 f2 for those who want to 'build-their-own' X100.
New firmware has already dropped to address the app issue. My biggest dislike outside of the cumbersome menu design is the super flimsy door on the side.
I believe a newer app is coming soon though, so I'm waiting for that
NICE PHOTOGRAPHY !!
Thanks a lot!
Great, balanced review. But as for availability... forget it 😢
My dream camera would be an XE5 with the IBIS and viewfinder resolution of this. At that point I'd want for nothing.
That would be amazing, so long as they made some new small lenses that matched or exceeded this one.
They definitely need to make an 18mm f2 mk II@@cameralabs
I'll buy from MPB but, I won't sell my gear to them. They low ball you to oblivion. Better off selling your gear on OfferUp, Mercari, etc.
You know that the V stands for the number 5, right? 🙂
You know Fujifilm refers to the V as the VEE, not the 5, right?
@@cameralabs Yes, it's very annoying.
IBIS really sold it to me.
Spot on review. I’ve been taking a lot of photos with it myself and comparing it to the V, the IBIS is a big change. I agree with you that the increased resolution is nice, it’s not necessarily game changing. I’ve loved having it on the XT5 for cropping, but that IBIS man. That IBIS is what the V was missing. The subject detection is also nice to have as well. Certainly not on par with the XH2S, I found it did just fine with flying birds at close range. Not perfect, but very very good, world’s apart from the V. I haven’t tinkered with the video, yet but heading out to a pier today to give it a try. Cheers!
Does the X100VI run cooler than the V? My V always got warm even with light usage.
Good Sir
Thanks again an I will keep my "V"
That Moog pillow tho
Nice spot! It's a full mini moog beanbag sofa!
Been waiting for this...
You're very welcome!
It'd be a good camera for under $1300.
"hmm today I will pull a random price from my butt and with no justification say something that is not priced how I like should have the random price I pulled from my butt"
Based on what some people are paying on eBay it's a good camera for like $2400 lol
@@POVwithRC "random price" as in what x100iv was priced when supply and demand was normal.
Calm down
If you want to look at it as a value proposition, you can compare it to the Ricoh GR3: 24MP, IBIS, also amazing SOOC colors, no flash, no viewfinder, no usable video, fixed LCD, 950 to 1000 dollars new.
V = 5, as VI is 6.
Duh. I realise that. I'm quoting how Fujifilm prefers them to be pronounced. At press events we asked the Fujifilm engineers and marketing people and they said pronounce V as VEE and VI as 6.
No, thank you Gordon for your sponsorship of my work procrastination time.
You're welcome!
Good evening Gordon and thank you MPB, The X100VI looks cool, not quite my kind of thing but cool.
Thanks! Yes, it is pretty cool.
I disagree - The VI is measurably sharper at base. Though at higher ISO's is disappointing due to those extra MP's crammed in?!@?
With the right subject, if you look close enough, it is sharper at base ISO, yes, but in my examples, I was magnifying it a LOT!