Reasons To Love The Fujifilm X100F. My favourite X100F pictures.

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  • Опубликовано: 28 окт 2024

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  • @ChrisBoland
    @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +10

    👋 It's not too late to subscribe 👋

  • @drawwithlight
    @drawwithlight 4 года назад +26

    Like a Loveletter to the X100 series ❤️❤️❤️

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      That was very nearly the title I used ! 😍

  • @martintolley9234
    @martintolley9234 4 года назад +10

    "The smile on the face of a bumblebee"... brilliant!

  • @connorfernandes9439
    @connorfernandes9439 3 года назад +3

    Dude that shot at 5:38 was killer!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Connor - that was in Italy 🙂

  • @davidmannie6125
    @davidmannie6125 3 года назад +3

    I’ve owned the x100v for a year + now coming from full frame Sony and I can truly say I have gotten my most favorite photos with the x100v even shooting only jpegs. I think the “limitations” of the x100 series cameras is what makes it so great. It forces me to be a better photographer. Not to mention that it’s so much easier to pick up and head out with! Great video and amazing pictures. Thank you for making this!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад +1

      Thank you very much David. It's a really important point that - that you get better pictures with a camera you really enjoy and love using. I'm trying to work this out for my wedding photography right now. I've bought a Nikon Z62 to replace my SLRs, but maybe Fuji would be better after all . I'll experiment for a while and see how it goes.

  • @JessieKayBrizo
    @JessieKayBrizo 4 года назад +4

    It feels like hearing a bedtime stories while photographing your senses on an actual one. Great job.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thank you Bam, that's a really lovely description. Thank you.

  • @toddwilliams8645
    @toddwilliams8645 4 года назад +10

    I've owned the 100F for a year... and I absolutely love it. Just watched this review (aka love letter) and RE-fell in love with my camera. Thank you for such a wonderful commentary and such beautiful photos... both are works of (he)art.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Hi Todd. Thanks very much for your kind words. You're absolutely right, it is a bit of a love letter 🙂 It's nice to feel an affinity towards your camera as it can inspire you. Thanks again.

  • @Muchtoobizy
    @Muchtoobizy 3 года назад +2

    "The smile of a passing bumble bee"! Chris - that's poetry - seriously, a beautiful line.

  • @AScareDK
    @AScareDK 4 года назад +3

    I just got home home from a bike ride through Copenhagen with my X100F and saw this video. I fully agree - the X100F is just such a joy to use! And the image quality it delivers is great, as your video clearly shows. On my wish list is a used X Pro2 for the interchangeable lenses.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      I agree - it's a wonderful little camera. I used to have an XPro2 - it's a sturdy camera, but really great too. Thanks for watching :-)

  • @theundefinedphotographer
    @theundefinedphotographer 4 года назад +7

    I'm always in awe at what a wonderful life photographer you are, Chris. I know people say that it's not about the gear, but you've made a great case for the X100F. You've definitely tempted me into getting one :)

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Hey TUP :-) Thank you very very much. A 'life photographer' sounds like a lovely title to me. You're definitely one of those yourself.

  • @Ginanjarmp
    @Ginanjarmp 4 года назад +3

    I really like the concept of this channel, full of photos and efficiently narrated. Lost my xt20 last year on a trip to Budapest, still saving my money to get x100t or maybe x100f. bravo for the videos you made they are amazing.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +2

      Thanks so much Ginanjar. It's all because I'm too scared to show my face on the channel :-) Sorry to hear you lost your camera, that must be frustrating - I hope you get back to photography soon.

  • @JK-mg2ud
    @JK-mg2ud 4 года назад +3

    Sincerely, these photographs brought smile on my face. Thanks for sharing.

  • @mochamadadiwibowo317
    @mochamadadiwibowo317 4 года назад +2

    Stumbled upon your video as I am having breakfast.. What an inspirational video! I shoot with fuji as well.. Thanks for sharing this! Greetings from Jakarta, Indonesia!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Hey Mochamad, thank you very much! Hope you had a nice breakfast 🙂👍 Thanks for watching.

  • @LazDigSurf
    @LazDigSurf 4 года назад +2

    I've never hit a subscribe button so fast before. Thank for these fantastic 7.5 minutes. The way you edit your shots, the film-like feel you achieve with those is spectacular!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      😊Thank you so much Laszlo! I appreciate that so much.

  • @guntherz.9017
    @guntherz.9017 4 года назад +2

    hello chris, your posts are like vacation in my head. I can only agree with you, the concept of the x100 series is great and slows down my way of taking pictures.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Hi Günther - thanks very much indeed! We could all do with a vacation right about now :-) Thanks again.

  • @mrlowblow
    @mrlowblow 3 года назад +1

    Really love videos like this, chilling music, good narrator and only focus on extremely beautiful photos. Thank you for making this inspirational video.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thank you very much for the kind comment. Many thanks!

  • @Anand_KL
    @Anand_KL 2 года назад +1

    Hi Chris, just watched your video. Wonderful! Lovely images, lovely story, lovely homage to the x100f. Thank you.
    YT never stops surprising me with great videos like this. Thank you YT

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      Hey Anand, thank you very much. I'm really glad you enjoyed it. Thank you YT too :-)

    • @Anand_KL
      @Anand_KL 2 года назад +1

      @@ChrisBoland I've subscribed and can't wait to see your other work. Thanks for your reply. Btw, have you done a video on using an external flash (any recommendation?) with the x100f?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      Thank you. I've not used external flash with X100, but quite recently I've been using Godox and they have been great.

  • @andrewlemon9856
    @andrewlemon9856 4 года назад +2

    Chris Thanks for these lovely, peaceful, videos.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thanks for your kind message Andrew, I'm so pleased you like them. Thank you for taking the time to write.

  • @angeliquem.j.simard8437
    @angeliquem.j.simard8437 3 года назад +1

    Everything about your video is artful...gorgeous, interesting photos, soothing music and great narration.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Josée, thank you very much indeed. I really appreciate that.

  • @aparnagiridharan2825
    @aparnagiridharan2825 Год назад +1

    A love letter to the camera❤️

  • @thetruth9923
    @thetruth9923 4 года назад +2

    Hello Chris, greetings.... I am an Engineering student and I come from a middle class family.... I use my smartphone camera to take pictures... I watch your videos and think it's must be a great thing to have a real camera... One day i will buy one with my own earned money...and keep uploading videos.. Love to watch them....

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Hi Joshada - thanks so much for your message. I do certainly appreciate the cameras I have and need them for my work. I do recommend the first X100 camera as a cheaper version. I have also been taking pictures recently with my Pixel 2 mobile and have been enjoying the results! Thank you again for watching and keep shooting with your phone.

    • @thetruth9923
      @thetruth9923 4 года назад +1

      @@ChrisBoland Thanks brother.. God bless you and your family..

  • @JuanAMatos-zx4ub
    @JuanAMatos-zx4ub 3 года назад +1

    What a great story and pictures. Thanks for sharing.

  • @aimilios-christos363
    @aimilios-christos363 3 года назад +1

    Excellent video!! I am sold on this camera!!.....

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thank you! It's a wonderful camera 🙂

  • @kyju7093
    @kyju7093 3 года назад +1

    This is such a wholesome video. Really love your photography and places you’ve traveled, girlfriend just bought one of these and I’m definitely going to be asking to borrow it on more than one occasion so I can play with it. These inspired me a lot thank you!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thanks very much indeed! It's a really great little camera. Hopefully we'll be able to travel again soon 🙂

  • @MegaWavesMusic
    @MegaWavesMusic 3 года назад +1

    Once again....another really nice review with beautiful pictures 😍✌🏼

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thank you, I'm really glad you like them. I'm hoping to do the new 27mm next btw.

  • @tow8ie
    @tow8ie 4 года назад +2

    I just love your photos and your compositions! I am sure you‘re able to create beautiful photos with any camera but, of course, a camera as a photographic tool does have some inspirational impact. I hope I'll be able to learn from your photos how to make better ones with my X-T1 and X100T. Thanks a lot for sharing!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Hi Tobias, thank you for your kind words! You're right - it's nice to feel a connection to the cameras, but most of all it's about the photos :-) It's great that you're looking to learn - I hope I can help. If you have any questions, maybe I'll turn it into a video :-)

  • @garypentecost833
    @garypentecost833 4 года назад +1

    I’ve recently been in the position to buy the x100v my first 100series camera as backup to my XT3,its my day camera goes everywhere with me especially when walking with my dear wife who can’t see why I sit on a rock with XT3 and tripod waiting for the light ,hurry up I can hear .
    This little camera is perfect I wouldn’t be without it and it’s a ‘looker’ ,I even had one person say I like leica’s too ,, haha 🤣
    I love your presentation in your videos ,nice and relaxed 😎 keep safe Chris

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thanks Gary. I know, photographers must seem like strange people to who aren't quite as obsessed with the light. 🙂 And you're right - the X100V has taken a little step towards Leica's design - I love how clean it looks.

  • @wademcarlson
    @wademcarlson 2 года назад +1

    Your Zambia pictures are amazing! Have you shared your settings for the film simulations you used?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      Thank you Wade. I don't recall the settings unfortunately, it was such a while ago. Possibly Velvia, but I'm unsure.

  • @jarequemetabolski
    @jarequemetabolski 4 года назад +5

    Ha! I just ordered mine 10 min ago! Nice vid!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thank you 🙂 Have fun, you'll love it!

  • @doyshoots6259
    @doyshoots6259 4 года назад +1

    MAN Your photos are the best photos of the X100f I seen so far they are sharp and perfect😻👍, I was thinking to go for Fujifilm and after I saw your video I know I won’t regret it . I’m in confuse between the X100F or X100V for my first Fuji camer for everyday use.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Hi, thanks so much! That's really kind. It's a wonderful carry-everywhere camera. I've not tried the V, but it looks very nice. I don't think they'll be a big difference between them though. The XE3 plus the 23mm f2 lens would be a similar setup. I hope you have fun with whatever you choose!

  • @JoseOchoita
    @JoseOchoita 4 года назад +2

    Seeing this just makes me one to sell mi X-T20 and lens to buy a X100 instead. I think that with limitation, sometimes, comes liberation. If you only have one body and one lens, you must force yourself to be creative by it. Right now I'm looking for more lenses, more gear, and since I'm not a profesional, then I should not be concerned by that. I really enjoyed this video. Some incredible images here.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Hey José, thank you. I do agree about limitations helping you sometimes. When you have one lens you start to see the world that way 🙂 But there are two sides - it's nice to explore and have options too! Thanks again 👍👍

  • @pers4855
    @pers4855 4 года назад +2

    Beautiful photos Chris

  • @archierichardson1581
    @archierichardson1581 3 года назад +1

    Excellent review Chris and great images. I'm fond of my X100F, but I don't use it as much as I should. After this video, I'm inspired again to get out this it. Take care, Archie

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thank you very much Archie. It's a wonderful camera, there's so much you can do with it.

  • @Dkouki97
    @Dkouki97 4 года назад +1

    You had me laughing at the smiling bumblebee bit . If your F ever fails on you , the V just has so much to offer in upgrades to the F. It would be a no brainer. Thanks for sharing your wonderful images

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Ha, thanks Darren :-) I am very curious about the V and especially intrigued by the flip screen and new lens. Maybe I'll try to borrow one.

    • @Dkouki97
      @Dkouki97 4 года назад +1

      @@ChrisBoland if you were in my neighborhood, I would let you borrow mine !

  • @alanofoedu1539
    @alanofoedu1539 4 года назад +1

    Those are some really great pictures. I bought the xt30 at the same time and I just think the x100f feels better. The near silent shutter is wonderful. I bought Fuji as I really wanted to stop feeling like I should process pictures. I just want the moment captured as it was. Just like how it was back in the day. It's kind of liberating really. Now I just take photos instead of "produce" images...

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thanks very much Alan. I know what you mean about keeping things more simple. I tend to still edit quite a bit, but I do enjoy that, although it's really not that necessary with Fuji :-)

  • @ivanchronicles5898
    @ivanchronicles5898 4 года назад +1

    These photographs are beautiful! I'm very inspired

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Thank you very much Ivan. Keep inspired! 🙂

  • @ferethere
    @ferethere 3 года назад +1

    Love your voice... And your pictures!

  • @TheFtrevino
    @TheFtrevino 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful video! Thank you.

  • @chandraroy6489
    @chandraroy6489 4 года назад +2

    Ive said once before some time ago, your high contrast picture science is truly amazing. I’m sure many magazines would be interested.
    Why will you not be buying the new Fuji 100V?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thank you very much, I really appreciate it. I'm sure I'm just copying others 🙂 I'm much more curious about the X100V after writing this review than I was during writing it. However, I don't think I can justify the money right now. Maybe 2021 will be a bumper year for weddings and I'll get it then 🙂

  • @SaralSaadheSoppe
    @SaralSaadheSoppe 3 года назад +1

    Will give it thought to purchase x100f now

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching Gandhar. It's a wonderful camera. My next video it's all taken with an X100 camera.

  • @ttoniross
    @ttoniross 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful photos, beautiful camera. It's important to use a camera that sparks joy, I'm glad I'm not crazy about upgrades. I traded my old phone to a point and shoot camera that shoots raw and has a viewfinder, best decision for this year. X100F someday I'll own one 😁

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thank you. I agree about the camera. I borrowed a friend's compact camera to try out. It was nice, but didn't have a viewfinder, just LCD. It's nice to like your camera.

  • @mohammedzakariaali1169
    @mohammedzakariaali1169 4 года назад +1

    This is really inspiring, thanks for sharing 💞

  • @Chalinxer
    @Chalinxer 4 года назад +1

    Damn it bro , what a great photos you got . Great video , saving money to buy that camera .

  • @leonardlister4087
    @leonardlister4087 3 года назад +1

    Hi great video in the process of buying a x100f 👍you Said which is the best converter to buy, thank u

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад +1

      Hi Leonard. That's one of my favourite cameras, you'll love it. The converter really depends on which field of view you prefer. The 35mm might be better for portraits, but I think I prefer the 18 for a wider look.

  • @ChrisWhiskey
    @ChrisWhiskey 4 года назад +1

    A lovely tribute Chris! I love my little X70, but often miss the viewfinder. Love the bells and whistles of the X100V, but I think the X100F is a great price now and I'll definitely pick one up at some stage.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thank you Chris. I loved the X70 when I had it, but you're right - it was the viewfinder that I missed most. The same goes for the X70. An X70 with a pop-up viewfinder would be fantastic, but sadly I'm sure Fuji have other priorities :-)

    • @gianlucacastellano346
      @gianlucacastellano346 4 года назад +1

      @@ChrisBolandIt's a long time that I feel bad with my Nikon d800 cause it's very heavy and since I have always shot with a fixed lens (24mm, 35mm or 50mm) I am looking for an high performance compact camera to bring with me always. I'm not looking for the same nikon d800's quality but for something similar or very good.
      Now I use my Nikon camera ONLY when I travel, and often I'm so annoying to pick it up from the backpack etc.
      Buy a full frame mirrorless with "huge" lens it's not what I'm looking for, I want a camera to bring with me all day in my pockets. A camera to use everyday and not only when I'm travelling, and honestly now I want to travel light lol.
      I'm very impressed by XF10's quality on internet reviews (also yours) and price (i've found it at 330€) but X100F it's tempting me a lot (but now almost 800€) especially for the viewfinder. Size difference between this two cameras is huge? I'm so indecided.
      Your X100F seems more "soft" compared to X10F pictures (more contrast) and I love it.
      Suggestions? Thank you.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      @@gianlucacastellano346 Thanks for watching Gianluca. I use Nikon D750 for weddings, but never for travel or social pictures - I could hardly imagine using it. I wouldn't make the XF10 my everyday camera. You might feel restricted without viewfinder and only one focal length. The size difference is noticeable though. XF10 fits in back jeans pockets, but X100 is too big for this to be comfortable. It's still small though! You could get something like XE3 - very small, but bigger than x100 with lens. I think X100 for you 🙂 you can get the focal lengths you mention with the conversion lenses and you'll love taking it out and about - unlike with the Nikon!

    • @gianlucacastellano346
      @gianlucacastellano346 4 года назад

      @@ChrisBoland what about image quality between XF10 and X100F???
      Thank you!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      I don't see much in it. I think I prefer X100F or am at least more used to it. 🙂

  • @michel559
    @michel559 3 года назад +1

    Hey Chris, watching your videos for a while now, also dropped a comment or two along the way.
    Just started at your first video this eve and went my way through your excellent content. Bravo. Very much appreciate your phitography and way if presenting.
    I first discovered your channel cause of the X100T I still shoot. Got it as a presie in 2015 and still love it.
    Recently got into film with a Nikon FE and bought a used X-pro1 for half nothing with the 18/2. love it. Started to think should I add a lens or two, f1.4 or f2, the usual questions. Got the 23/2 the 35/1.4. wonderful lenses….but you know what, yeah you guessed it :-) I am coming back to the ‚T‘.
    Love its simplicity, love to bring it along to document moments, places and people. As you said I am not sure if I like the 23mm (35mm ff) cause of the camera, or the camers cause of the lens…well put Chris, had to smile.
    So now that I realised that having less for me is way more, and I do prefer the smaller size of the X100T to the XPro1 & lens, the question comes up (not for the first time) should I upgrade to the ‚F‘?
    I like to shoot jpegs, nail as much in camera, as I just shoot for myself, and I love b&w, especially the photos I see with the acros film sim.
    I am debating to upgrade, sell the XPro1 and lenses, maybe get the converters for the ‚F‘ just the have a bit flexibility if needed and I am done.
    Is the ‚F‘ worth over the ‚T‘? My ‚T‘ is still in mint condition, took care, somehow attached to it (maybe cause it was a gift for my 40th b‘day‘) but curious about the ‚F‘. And I like a black one this time 😉.
    As you, not too puched towards the ‚V‘, even though as a jpeg shooter it gives a lot of in camera options…don‘t know that might be the better option as an only camera. Maybe. Whst you think?
    Cheers Chris, take care, thanks for answering and drop a line if you ever travel to Switzerland!
    Ciao Michel
    Ps: subscribed! Actually I thought I was already…well now I am.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад +1

      Hi Michel, thanks very much for watching my videos. It still surprises me that people watch them and I'm very grateful. As much as I love the various X100 models, I don't currently own one. As I use the XT4 at weddings I find it hard to justify the X100. But I do miss it. I agree that although the Pro is great, there is something nice about only having one camera. But to upgrade? It's difficult to know. I do actually think the X100V looks fantastic. Maybe that would be my only camera? If I was you I'd sell everything except your X100, it's nice to keep things simple. Let me know what you decide 🙂

    • @michel559
      @michel559 3 года назад +1

      @@ChrisBoland thanks Chris. Actually really liked your personal tripp to Dublin. Very nice!
      I lived in Cork for 2 years im 2000/01. gad a great time, wonderful memories. Pitty didn‘t have a camera with me (x100 would have been handy then :-).
      Good advise, I think I go that route, selling the XP1 plus lenses. Keep an eye on a used ‚V‘ going fwd. maybe I rent one for a day.
      Take care and looking fwd to your next video 👍🏻

  • @Fitz2364
    @Fitz2364 4 года назад +1

    Subscribed. Sweet video. No nonsense just great pictures

  • @Hustinettenbaer323
    @Hustinettenbaer323 2 года назад +1

    Hi, please can you share your film recipes which do you use in that video? Many thanks.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      Hi MIke. Apologies for the late reply. Unfortunately the pictures here are a real mix. I like to play around lots in Lightroom and nothing is a standard 'recipe'. I often like to use Classic Chrome with boosted saturation and contrast, but many of these are just me experimenting :-) I'm very sorry I can't help more.

  • @davidmay3042
    @davidmay3042 2 года назад +1

    Inspiring. Thanks

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      Thank you very much David 👍👍

  • @speckypete1
    @speckypete1 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful, and mellow video, thank you ;)

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Thank you very much Pete, really happy you liked it 🙂👍

  • @Maxhuertas
    @Maxhuertas 3 года назад +1

    Love your channel!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thank you very much Max 👍👍

  • @DavidMacVicar
    @DavidMacVicar 3 года назад +1

    Those colours are amazing. Are you riding on a much warmer white balance for the majority of those?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thank you David. That's a really nice way of putting it. I think I probably am - I do like it on the warmer side. I've overdone it in the past, but try to reign it in these days.

  • @TheNfender
    @TheNfender 4 года назад +1

    I really love your photos, please do some camera setting or editing tutorial video 😍🙏

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Thanks very much Noah, I appreciate the ideas - I'm always looking for new ideas for videos. Best wishes, Chris.

  • @richarddewit5993
    @richarddewit5993 3 года назад +1

    Great clip. I'm in the proces of choosing between a X100 F/V or a X-E3 (or4). May I take the liberty to ask which one do you like to use more?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад +1

      Thanks very much Richard. Sure, I'd be happy to give you a quick outline of my favourite Fuji cameras. I'll mention a couple of ones you haven't asked about, but it might help show where I'm coming from and what's important to me. If I just had to have one camera I think it would be the Fuji XT4 - this is mostly because I like shooting video and this shoots in 4k 50fps and has the stabilised sensor. I use this to film weddings and am happy using it as my everyday walkaround camera. But if I wasn't interested in video I would choose between the XE3 or 4 or the X100F or V. I don't currently have an X100 as I wanted to have fewer cameras and as mentioned the XT4 does it all. However, I have just updated my XE3 to a 4. I have this as sometimes I like to have a smaller camera to take to concerts and events etc. I have this instead of an X100 as I like using a slightly longer lens like the small, but great 50mm f2. It's possible that I'm not answering your question :-) Both the X100 and XE are wonderful. The newer ones do seem quite refined, but the previous generation are absolutely super too. I would say it comes down to whether you want to change lenses. You could put a stabilised 18-55mm lens on the XE4 and have a fantastic little camera for video. I do prefer the quiet shutter of the X100, but that's not quite enough to make up for not being able to change lenses. To simplify again - if you're not bothered by video or having a lens longer than 35mm (full frame 50mm - which you can get with the lens adapters) - go for the X100. Hope that helps :-)

  • @sisdl15
    @sisdl15 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful images Chris!

  • @darkolee3513
    @darkolee3513 Год назад

    1:54 LOVE IT. Brilliant video, awesome images, Subscribed,
    thank you :)

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  Год назад

      Thank you so much. Thanks for watching. I don't make many videos these days.

  • @simonwilliams2109
    @simonwilliams2109 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for the video. I have the x100 F also, what is your opinion of the x-E3? I find that I am cropping most of my images taken with the "F", and would like to use my Pentax manual lenses, via an adaptor of course. Thanks again Simon.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Hi Simon. I love the XE3. I currently have the X100F, XE3 and XT3. I have found that I've been using the XT3 much more than the XE3, however the XE3 is fantstic. I mostly use it for when I particularly need a small camera.

  • @abhishek_dam
    @abhishek_dam 2 года назад +1

    hey man loved all of your captures they are simply amazing, btw can you help me choose between sony rx100 mark vii , fuji x100f or fuji x100v.... what my need is i need a camera which i can use on daily basis like travelling, family functions and for documenting my life?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад +1

      Hey, thank you very much. It's funny actually - I've just ordered a Sony RX100 Vi. That's because I really need an extremely compact camera for some situations. However, I know I won't have the same love for it as a Fuji X100. The newer X100V is especially great. For family, travelling and life I really think that's the one. If you would like to save a bit of money the F of course is great too - but the V seems very polished with an even better lens.

    • @abhishek_dam
      @abhishek_dam 2 года назад +1

      @@ChrisBoland thanks a lot man

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      You're welcome 👍

  • @shroomamiii
    @shroomamiii 3 года назад +1

    Thank you for this. I really love the music along with the beautiful portraits. May I ask what aperture you usually use or camera settings on the x100F?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад +1

      Thank you very much. I would normally stop the aperture down a bit to between 2.8 and 5.6. If I particularly want a shallow depth of field I'd happily shoot at f2. ISO would be as low as possible while allowing a reasonable shutter speed to freeze everything. Thanks for watching 👍

    • @shroomamiii
      @shroomamiii 3 года назад

      @@ChrisBoland Much appreciated!! :)

  • @leonardlister4087
    @leonardlister4087 2 года назад +1

    Hi Chris really nice photos, What film simulation are you using on this video, Just got mine x100f would like to set a custom on it but no idea how to do it maybe you have a video on that thank you

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад +1

      Hi Leonard, thank you very much. I can't remember exactly on the photos for this video, but more recently I've been using Classic Chrome and tweaking it a bit for each photo. I also shoot in raw and play around with it in Lightroom.

    • @leonardlister4087
      @leonardlister4087 2 года назад

      @@ChrisBoland Yes ok thank you, Just a stupid question if I shoot in AF then there is nothing I can do on the film simulation I meen when it comes to changing the custom set

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      Do you mean shoot in autofocus?

    • @leonardlister4087
      @leonardlister4087 2 года назад

      @@ChrisBoland Yes

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад +1

      Hmm, that's strange. It shouldn't make any difference. I actually don't use the simulations in the camera - I just shoot raw.

  • @torpedo3ooo
    @torpedo3ooo 4 года назад +1

    Really enjoyed this video.

  • @nanogaminghd4286
    @nanogaminghd4286 4 года назад +2

    Would love to see your film simulation settings for the bnw and colour photos on the x100f.. thanks

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Thank you, I keep meaning to share something I about this.

    • @enterwordyworld
      @enterwordyworld 4 года назад +1

      Chris Boland seriously! If u shoot jpeg Man U are killing it. I aspire to these colors and tones

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thank you, but I always shoot raw and edit in Lightroom.

  • @sadsuperstars916
    @sadsuperstars916 4 года назад +2

    Your photos are really beautiful. I'm just wondering what your post-processing is like? Do you use film simulations when you shoot?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +2

      Hi, thank you. I use a mix of settings. I often use a Portra or Ektar simulation as a start. I also really like the Fuji classic chrome with the saturation up a little. But mostly I just play around with each picture.

  • @haydenshortley
    @haydenshortley 4 года назад +1

    You sold me. Gotta get one of these.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      🙂 You won't be disappointed!

  • @petertaranscorsese2900
    @petertaranscorsese2900 4 года назад +1

    Nice video Chris. If you now prefer the equivalent 28mm FOV, then the Ricoh GR3 is well worth considering, as it’s even more discreet - truly “pocketable” and without a lens cap, extremely quick to use and just with one hand if desired. I used my girlfriends X100 on a recent trip to France....it’s great, but just a little too bulky / heavy for me, when I want something more than my smartphone...but not a mirrorless with interchangeable lenses. Keep up the great work, I imagine your year will be quiet with lots of wedding cancellations :- (

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Hi Peter. I did have the Fuji XF10 for a while and loved its size, but missed the viewfinder. I will definitely take a look at the Ricoh. Do you follow Mattias Burling on YT at all? He raves about those and has made me curious. Yes, this is going to be a very quiet year for weddings. I've had some postponed until the late autumn and some until next year. As soon as we can move around a bit more I'll use the time to make some more videos :-) Thanks again.

    • @petertaranscorsese2900
      @petertaranscorsese2900 4 года назад

      Chris Boland - time to invest in long zoom lenses instead of 28mm perhaps? (ha ha) yes thanks, I do subscribe to Mattias - Peter.

  • @Hustinettenbaer323
    @Hustinettenbaer323 2 года назад +1

    Hello, regarding my question about filmsimulation or recipes any hint for me?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      Apologies Mike, I've replied to your other comment. Best wishes, Chris.

  • @Jorsaiah
    @Jorsaiah 4 года назад +1

    I recently purchased a used X100F. I love it so far.
    But I don't seem to get colors as rich and deep as yours. Do you take raw files and post process?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Hi Ian. Yes, I always use raw files and then edit them in Lightroom. I use the colour sliders to adjust the saturation of individual colours if I think it suits the picture. I do tend to play around with the settings quite a bit.

  • @heliogenesi
    @heliogenesi 4 года назад +1

    The grain on some of your shots is really good, especially the concert shots. Do you do any post processing for the smooth grain? I'm guessing it is not the in camera grain effect or the digital noise from high iso?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thank you Ege. I do sometimes like a bit of grain on the pictures and for that I always use the grain in Lightroom.

  • @hubey
    @hubey 4 года назад +1

    Beautiful Beautiful work. And video storytelling too. :-)

  • @markscott4059
    @markscott4059 4 года назад +1

    Just picked up the x100f. Great photos... jpeg or raw. Are you using any specific film simulation? Any experience using a polarizing filter on the x100f?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thanks Mark. I shoot raw and play around in Lightroom. I don't tend to use the simulations too much. No, I've not used a polarising filter - it would be a good thing to try out.

  • @TheSchnauzie
    @TheSchnauzie 4 года назад +1

    Nice Pictures Chris

  • @akaabd8495
    @akaabd8495 4 года назад +1

    Dear Chris! Amazing photos and great video! My dream is to gain skills of shooting like you do. I'm an amateur owner of x100f, could you please be so kind and make a video describing what settings are you using to make such a great photos..

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Hi Aka, thanks so much for your kind words! I think the X100F is a perfect camera to learn with - you can take it everywhere and take pictures all of the time. The camera settings are very easy - the truth is they don't really matter so long as the exposure is OK. If I want a shallow depth of field for portraits keep the aperture at f2 and the general street scenes I have the aperture maybe 5.6 or 8 - but it really doesn't matter. The most important thing is to develop how you look at photos and the world. Find photos you like and copy the things you like about them - that is a good way to learn. Thanks again 👍👍

    • @akaabd8495
      @akaabd8495 4 года назад +1

      @@ChrisBoland thank you very much for the comprehensive answer! I'm now motivated more after reading it!)) I wish you too all the best in all you endeavors! 👍🏼💪🏼✊🏼

  • @bricehaese9778
    @bricehaese9778 3 года назад +1

    Hi, I am looking to purchase a new camera, and have a dilemna... I hope you can help me?
    I am looking at the Fuji X100F and the Ricoh GR iii, both new and at the same price.
    Image quality for everyday photography is my main goal. This would be my only camera for everything, for portraits, landscapes, close-ups, etc.. not so much street photography per say.
    Which of the two cameras would you recommend me? Thank you for your help.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Hi Brice. I have not used the Ricoh, but being a fixed 28mm equivalent lens (I think) I would say that it's less flexible than the Fuji. The Fuji is fixed, but you can get conversion lenses to make it both wider and tighter. Also the Fuji has a faster f2 lens, so can more easily have nicer blurred background for portraits. Hope that helps!

    • @bricehaese9778
      @bricehaese9778 3 года назад +1

      @@ChrisBoland Thank you Chris, I really appreciate it, I will go for the Fuji then.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Enjoy! You won't regret it 🙂

  • @fernweh9452
    @fernweh9452 3 года назад +1

    How does this camera compare with the x100t?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      I think the video mentions quite a few differences. The image quality is the same, but I prefer the better battery and better autofocus. From memory, those are the biggest differences.

  • @shibbir_1
    @shibbir_1 Год назад

    Can you please let me know what the conversion lens you mentioned in this video

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  Год назад +1

      Hi, sure it's the wide conversion lens - WCL-X100 or version 2. There is a telephoto one too. Thanks for watching 🙂👍

    • @shibbir_1
      @shibbir_1 Год назад

      @@ChrisBoland Thanks for the reply!

  • @sauravbasu8805
    @sauravbasu8805 2 года назад +1

    I have not used this camera but in every photo I see I don't see any details in the black areas. They look flat black. The photos surely look contrasty.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      Thanks for the interesting observation.

    • @sauravbasu8805
      @sauravbasu8805 2 года назад

      @@ChrisBoland I am talking about Fuji X100 series, not particularly your photos. Those are such lovely-looking user- friendly cameras, but the lack of detail in the shadow areas has stopped me from buying a secondhand X100F in pristine condition.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      I wonder why that is. I don't actually own an X100 at the moment. I guess it's the same for most Fuji?

    • @sauravbasu8805
      @sauravbasu8805 2 года назад

      @@ChrisBoland As far as my observations goes , on my laptop and mobile phone , of the photos available on internet, yes. My obseravation is that all the Fuji, Canon and Nikon mirrorless cameras ( apsc and full-frame ) suffer from that lack of tonality compared to the full-frame high-end dslrs( esp. Canon) .Maybe that is an outrageous statement and wholly wrong but I see the king naked.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  2 года назад

      It's not something I've noticed, but it's in the eye of the beholder. Believe your own eyes :-)

  • @alexchan2722
    @alexchan2722 4 года назад +1

    In view of cheaper x100f, does it make sense to buy x100v?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Hi Alex. I've not tried the V - people seem to really love it, but I'm sure it's not so much different to the F. Some nice refinements, but might not be worth the extra, depending on how you feel.

    • @sdhute
      @sdhute 3 года назад

      @@ChrisBoland I was wondering the same thing x100f or x100v however at 799 it's hard to pass on the f

  • @gloomsdoom649
    @gloomsdoom649 3 года назад

    Did you get the white or silver one?

  • @JohnSchairer
    @JohnSchairer 4 года назад +1

    Do you have any Jpeg settings you prefer?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Hi John. I always shoot raw, but have recently been liking Classic Chrome with the saturation put up a little.

    • @JohnSchairer
      @JohnSchairer 4 года назад +1

      @@ChrisBoland thanks Chris. Enjoyed your video and subscribed.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      @@JohnSchairer Thanks John 👍

  • @hellomamaphotography
    @hellomamaphotography 4 года назад +1

    Thank you so much! I sent you a msg with Instagram! And also followed too.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thanks for watching. I replied from both accounts 🙂

  • @paultaylorphotography9499
    @paultaylorphotography9499 4 года назад +1

    Cracking video mate awesome stills. I'm a fuji fan lad, I use full dslr canon kit at work and a full Nikon dslr kit at home, however wanting to travel and shoot light I bought a used X100 back in he day, loved the idea of it but it developed the SAB issue, Fuji wouldn't repair for free as I didn't have the original receipt of purchase, so I bought and love the T to death, literally drown it in a flash flood. Replaced with the F, still blown away by the epic wee beast. I shoot street and landscapes with this system it never lets me down. I'll upgrade to the V soon enough but for now the F sticks kicks ass. The majority of the stills on my channel were shot with the X100 system, feel free to checkout my work. Once again grat content mate new sub for you. Regards Paul

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад +1

      Hey Paul, thanks very much. I've been through most of the X100 line too. I use Nikon for photographing weddings, but might get the XT4 for filming weddings - we'll see! :-) Good luck with your channel!

    • @paultaylorphotography9499
      @paultaylorphotography9499 4 года назад

      Chris Boland a mates got the XT4 absolutely loves it I did think about it but I can’t get past the X100 series it just does the bizzo. 📷❤️

  • @xikefocus
    @xikefocus 3 года назад +1

    What's wrong with the X100V? Is it too clean, no character?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      It looks fantastic, but I can't really afford to buy it just now. I have the XE4 and the XT4 and can't really justify another 🙂

  • @paddington2063
    @paddington2063 4 года назад +1

    Really inspiring. I have a Sony a7iii now and a few big lenses. I love the quality of the photos from that but ive been more hesitant to bring it out because of its weight. I used to have an a6300 and it feels like feathers in comparison. I dream of being more successful with professional photography. but that's not why I take photos. I think I'm going to get this camera and see if it can reignite the passion to take photos all day. I suppose I can always sell it if it doesnt work out. Thanks!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Thanks so much Paddington. A smaller camera like this really makes you fall in love with photography again. I hope you have fun with it - thank you for watching the video 👍

  • @robinq1647
    @robinq1647 4 года назад

    were these edited?

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  4 года назад

      Hi Robin, yes they were all shot in raw and edited in Lightroom.

  • @jeroenmeijer19
    @jeroenmeijer19 3 года назад +1

    I OWN a xt2 and a x100f and the x100f always calls me : come on Lets have Some fun outside !!

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      I never got that firmware update! 🙂 I know what you mean though Max, it's a wonderful little camera.

  • @hensojutsu
    @hensojutsu 4 года назад +1

    'Sony users can no doubt easily switch their their focus to the smile of a passing bumblebee' HA HA HA HA HA man that made me laugh.

  • @shehzadchowdhury3552
    @shehzadchowdhury3552 3 года назад +1

    Thank you! I have been in love with this camera and only found two suitable reviews for it. Both by the merit of it's capability by showcasing the lovely images it can capture. Yours being one of them, and the other is ruclips.net/video/_-V8uxO1cNI/видео.html . I must admit, your calm voice and careful choice of words was just as delightful as your images. Love from Dhaka.

    • @ChrisBoland
      @ChrisBoland  3 года назад

      Thank you so much Shehzad, I'm so glad you liked the review. It really is a wonderful camera. Thank you again for your kind words.