Fujifilm X-Pro 3 Hands-On Preview
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- Опубликовано: 19 сен 2024
- The Fujifilm X-Pro 3 is a new camera that stands out from the crowd with unique features including a hidden LCD screen, retro inspired styling and an optical viewfinder designed to provide a traditional photography experience. It is paired with the same image quality and processing performance as the X-T3 with a few new additions and advancements that make this a compelling camera for TCSTV to review. Join Evelyn and Dave for an early look at what this interesting new camera is all about.
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Fuji doesn't chase Sony here, but concentrates on photography. You either like it or you don't - nice that we have the choice. Very well the characteristics of the camera represented!
I am a film photographer and this is a camera that i really want to bring me into the modern world. I just wish it was a little cheaper
The most important selling feature is the LCD screen. People either like it or they don't. The XPRO 2 should be discounted heavily by now and that camera should represent a better value for almost the same results. I personally don't see enough innovation to justify the expenditure for my kind of photography. I hope Fuji keeps carving out their niche in the marketplace that offers shooters more of a choice in camera styles in the future.
This will be my next camera.
I know lots of people are complaining about the absence of various features, but the X-Pro series is such a unique product I can't not love it.
I very nearly bought a Sigma Quattro if that's any indication of the type of shooter this is attracting (and I can't wait for Sigma's upcoming L mount Foveon body).
i'm still shooting my xpro1 and I love it so much...
Me too. Would love the waist level screen for some street shooting and the X Pro 3 looks beautiful, but for now the old pro 1 I have works and suits me fine.
The XPro3 is one that I am super excited for, and while it will not take over as a primary camera, my Leica M2 is still that for me, but this would complement that for me, especially if paired with the 23mm f/2 lens.
extremely impressed with this camera. I have an X100F and just picked up a Nikon 35ti a few days ago but this camera is giving me buyer's remorse
I’m a film shooter. But I do have an XH1 which I use primarily for Video, but also photography for work, and have the original x100 which I loved til it broke down. The Fuji cameras really appeal to me because of the closeness to the film shooting experience (simulations, ergonomics...). If I were to get a dedicated stills shooter, this would be the one I’d get for sure. I never use the rear screen anyway, other than for settings, so this appeals to me a great deal. If money wasn’t a factor, then would also consider the GFX 50R medium format one, or the new Leica m10d (though that’s super expensive in comparison)
I like what they did here. Those who want the more typical digital shooting experince can simply buy an XT3. Now the two are nicely differentiated while both having great image quality.
Yeah man I couldn't tell the difference between the xpro2 and xt2 they were so similar... I got so confused I bought the wrong model...
@@alozor13 🤣🤣🤣
Self Grendizer it’s not about being able to tell them apart. it’s about providing differing shooting experiences.
@@Seanonyoutube oh yeah that's right, the xt3 experience being more "typical digital" than the Xpro3 because it has a better EVF, better LCD and much better video capabilities... all for a lot less money ... Got it. My bad dude...
@@alozor13 Hold on there partner....... I think the X-Pro 3 has a better spec'd EVF then the X-T3. Also higher res LCD then the X-T3. I assume the titanium body parts amongst other things have pushed the price up from X-Pro 2 a bit. Video capabilities and price you are correct.
As a long time film shooter, the Fuji Xpro series are about the only digitals that I would really consider when and if I need to "upgrade" from my Fuji X20. I want my camera to be a camera that I can use quickly and intuitely, not a complicated computer that I waste too much time having to manage all of the settings.
I loved my original xpro1 this seems to be going back to Fuji’s roots as a film type of camera. My wife isn’t going to like the next camera discussion
Mark Dell tell her it displays the type of film simulations like a role of film in the camera. And tell her it’s a “business” expense
Could she tell the difference? ;)
She is far too clever not to notice £2k going out!
@@mk1photography62 😂 ok
@@chosenArchitec they won't tell you, but you know from their look that their half upset and half glad your happy with your new toy
I just want to say that I love all of your reviews. The two of you make a great team, and trust in your feedback when it comes to camera gear. You ( and the DPReview guys) are my go to duo when it comes to real world usage and feedback concerning new cameras. That said, the fellas at DPReview made this thing seem like a pretentious play on the x-t3 for hipsters. Not sure I agree with that, but anyway. keep up the good work.
Fujifilm is simply the best. Colour love💓
I’m still happy with my X-Pro 1, but I think this could be my next camera.
Nice review guys, informative as always.
Thanks
Like a few of the guys below, I’m a XPro1 & M8 shooter. 2. Years ago I went over to the dark side with a Sony A9. While the Sony will remain my go to for pro projects, the Fuji Xpro3 would be my personal camera of choice. I’m placing my order now...
Sample images so beautiful 👌
Thank you 😊
Wow, about 10 RUclips reviews on XPro3 went up yesterday... I've watched them all, sadly. Everyone raves about it, but I am not convinced with the flip LCD... may just stick to my X-Pro-2. Thanks for the review.
who cares about the lcd when you have a viewfinder that can play as substitute ?
@@andreaazzolini406 now I have Xpro3... it's like a faster Xpro2... I love it
Very memorable moment at 9:15 when Evelyn teases the hair of the mannequin with a very gentle touch, as if it is human. Really quite a beautiful moment. As an aside, if I may be a buzzkill, at 4:05 I clearly saw two scratches on the front of the camera, despite its Dura finish. If you're going to pay a $200 premium for a scratch-resistant finish, then it should be scratch resistant. Great review. The images have been the best so far among all the reviews. Really love the new Classic Negative look. It's really quite Superia. Get it? Yeah, I know. I'll stick to my day job. :-)
Already sold my Xpro2 in anticipation of getting the Xpro3. Not sure what I'll do with my Xpro1 -- with the 35mm f/1.4 it makes magnificent images, but it's slower than an old stage coach.
I am a high end m43 user, both with Olympus and Panasonic. I really have no reason at all to add this camera but oh boy do I want it! I'd be better of spending those 2,5k (with lens I guess) on m43 lenses but again... this looks SO nice and would possibly give a completely different photographic experience when out and about.
Awesome first look!
Rasmus
I hear you, it's so tempting. Thanks for watching and commenting.
-Evelyn
It’s different, but not that different. If you really want different, get a film rangefinder.
@@Seanonyoutube That is true. Still, knowing my self and with the amount of film cameras I have, I rarely take the time or money to develop film and as such "that" different wouldn't be used as much as it should.
Really ?! That screen is the dumbest thing i've seen in a long time
@@Makta972 Well everyone is entitled to their opinion :)
The worst thing about XPro3 is the gimped OVF. You can't compose anything wider than 23mm. WTF??? Xpro2 OVF is perfect with multiple magnification. Why did they change that?
I’m a film shooter and yes, this camera is a solid consideration for me. I enjoyed your review. Nicely done.
Can't you just turn the the tripod plate to run along the length of the camera? My X-T3 L bracket runs that way.
Yeah you could do that with some plates to allow the screen to flip down. Good call.
This is a very interesting camera
Sounds and looks like a very interesting and fun camera! The pricing on the camera seems high. Also the pricing for the different finishes is high (A $200 premium)! I wish you would discuss the lenses that your using with the camera!
I am keen to try one. I have an X100V and with the 23mm lens, the optical viewfinder is excellent. I am a little concerned about the size of the frame lines when using a 35mm on the X-Pro3. I would like one for the 50mm FF Rangefinder experience.
Thanks for introducing this lovely camera, I really am thinking of maybe getting one.
Fuji make some very appealing cameras. I only have the X20 compact but if I was not so heavily into other brands already, I would certainly put Fuji at the top of my list. Not only have they some unique features but they look so damn cool and the jpegs are up there with Olympus if not better out of the box.
Awesome overall video guys, have seen a couple other videos on xpro3 but even so always find myself watching to the end with your reviews! I like that Fuji made a bold move to do something different. I shoot both film and Fuji xt2 but so far not excited enough over the hidden screen, the film tab pocket is a nice touch though. I guess people who like it will buy it, and those who don’t will pick another Fuji model.. the new film simulation also looks beautiful!
I think that the ideal X-Pro 3 would be as it is now, but with a proper floppy screen that also offers touch. I love being able to use the electronic viewfinder in my GX-7 and move the focus points with my finger on the LCD screen. Who in their right mind needs to be reminded of the type of film simulation they have selected. The screen as it is now, is almost useless, as the reviewers discovered, when the camera is on a tripod, or has a quick mount plate attached. The ISO in shutter speed dial is not an issue as you can reprogram the camera to use one of the other dials, such as the front or rear dial. I do this on my X100F and it works a charm. Fuji, you are going in the right direction but messed with the design a little to much. I returned my copy due to the almost useless folding rear screen. I love the rangefinder style, but want the X-Pro 2 screen back.
I like the look and the thoughts behind it. I liked your observation that it may appeal to film shooters. If I hadn’t recently purchased the xt 3. This may be the camera for me.
the more i see the silver one the more i want it!
What a beautiful camera, and it looks really fun to use it. I'm sticking to my Sony for functional purposes, but if I had extra money laying around I'd certainly be interested in one.
I love fuji going this route.
I'm going to wait to get my hands on one first before I make a decision. Honestly, the hidden screen seems fine, at least for my purposes. I only use it when I'm shooting from the hip or at ground level. But since I already own an X-T3, and I'm pretty sure some of the features from the X-Pro will be making an appearance somewhere down the line, I'll have to do a lot of mental gymnastics to justify this purchase.
Oh, and I've come up with a rule for comments on Fujifilm videos - if you say "Just buy a Leica" you have to give $5000 to everyone else in the comments section.
It's the camera of my dreams
Nice review thanks! Since you had both with you, which dura finish did you like the most? Dura Silver or Dura Black? Thanks!
My Xpro3 is arriving on the 17th of Dec. Dura black
Great video and really informative - thanks!
nice video, one point though, you mention about this cameras appeal, but you forgot the Leica M lens adaptor, which when combined with this camera, gives a hell of a lot cheaper option for a film Leica shooter than an M- system digital option, and has the benefits of the film simulations :-))
Would be perfect for me if only the LCD was like that on the x100v.
Rear LCD for film simulation and OVF make this camera unique, but I would call it weird.
Do you have a link to the green camerastrap ? looks nice
Yeee please.
Yes please
not a fan of that flip screen tho
You guys are doing great 👍
Thank you
Anyways, your sample photos are beautiful. 😃
Thank you. We really enjoyed our time with it.
After Pentax, Nikon and Canon, I am now very much settled on Fuji bodies and lenses.
Thank you for the very nice review. Curious about the green camera strap... What is it?
Kind of seems like Fuji half-arsed this design. Make more sense to me if they'd kept a traditional screen that you can turn off (or that only turns on when you tilt it, for example) or just removed it altogether. I also hate the idea of switching between styles of viewfinder. Just give us the best one and make it work well. Obviously this camera isn't targeted at me, but I am glad that quite a few people seem to love the design.
I was waiting for the display like the xt3, or at least like the Sony a6 ***. In addition, everything is super
I don't understand all the hype around this camera. Why not just get a X-Pro2 (for a lot less $) and cover up the back screen? I mean, do we intelligent humans need Fuji to "hide" the screen for us so that we're not tempted to chimp? Personally I find this patronizing. Experienced photographers rarely chimp: shutter speed, aperture, ISO are set to the specifications the photographer needs, in-camera meter is indicationg correct exposure, focus is confirmed. Click, take photo. What's to chimp? If you really don't want to chimp-- ever-- and you want a film camera experience, then simply get a film camera. I'm a long-time Fuji shooter and have owned many Fuji bodies. I have the X-Pro2 and it's an amazing camera. The ISO dial is a PITA, though. The optical viewfinder is a nice bonus, but I never used it. I'll get a DSLR if I wanted an optical viewfinder. I also own a X-T3 and I love it. All the proper dials are easily accessible.
I'll say this: if you're constantly chimping, it's an indication that you aren't confident behind the camera.
What about manuel focusing, what button do you use to focus manuely, like back button focusing?
I kinda feel my X-H1 beats them all, with the fantastic grip, IBIS, dials and flippy screen. It´s only the faster AF on X-T3/30/Pro3 that beats it, otherwise the X-H1 is superior.
What if I don't like to have my nose to be always smashed with EVF in the middle. Or if I'm not EVF fan?
if it has the same pre-amp as the xt3 (and the same rolling shutter performance) i am rather tempted.
The processor is the same with fast sensor readout so the performance matches the X-T3. The audio preamp sounds good and we believe it's also the same as the X-T3. But, we'll confirm that once we see final production units.
i love the retro style.. but xpro3 is abit too retro for my taste but still looks cool. just might get one,.... might
The lack of vibration reduction is a drawback.
Call me crazy but I would much prefer this camera with no LCD screen at all like the Leica MD (but keeping the new little screen on the back) and with a straight L shape angle on its right side like the X100f. I love my XPro2 but this design going lower towards the right is something that really bothers me. Other than that, no need to change this camera design anymore.
Is the small back display colour e ink?
No it's colored too
Thanks for the nice review. If I'd shoot a lot in the streets, I'd swap my X-T3 with this beaut!
When is new x100 coming ?
What camera strap is Dave rocking in this video?
Hi, thanks for the comment. That strap was from Fuji as a promotional item that I have not seen for sale. I have been using the Peak design system much more recently.
Did you shoot anything in low light? What did you think? and what's the Auto Focus like in low light?
Yes we shot some indoor lowlight tests. It has as good lowlight performance as the X-T3. AF worked well too and can focus as low as -6EV.
Curious how Dave did shooting left eye on right eyed camera. I suppose the lcd doesn’t smear lol
probably wears the accessory china produced nose mask.
01:18 Chipping is done in the viewfinder surely?
Yeah, you still can look at your image in the viewfinder. But, it doesn't slow you down as much as pulling back and looking at the screen.
greetings from camera conspiracys :)
What finishing to get? Still debating
It's such a hard choice. The dura finish is nice. But, if you don't like fingerprints the classic black one looks cleaner.
When available I'll be getting one of these, though it will be expensive. I loved the X-Pro1. Didn't watch the whole video - sorry - I stopped after the words 'very unique.' One of my most disliked terms. You can be 'almost unique,' but once you are the only one you are unique, not very unique or totally unique. Unique MEANS there is only one.
You're (very) right. 😉 Our incorrect usage has obviously not occurred to us. But, I'm glad you mentioned this. We'll try our best to be mindful about it. I can see why it would annoy you.
I would say the usage of "unique" in a relative sense is extremely common. Language constantly evolves, and just because it's one of your most disliked terms, doesn't make it incorrect. Let's focus on the real offenders: people who say "I could care less" when they mean the opposite :D
@@MrJed_s
It is incorrect though. If it wasn't the only one or was the only one with certain features, it would not be unique. It could be 'rare' but not unique. Like Andrew, I object to the bastardisation of English grammar, although I am as guilty as anyone, accidentally and through ignorance on occasion.
@@hedydd2 one definition of uniqueness from Oxford (via Google): "the quality of being particularly remarkable, special, or unusual". The fact that the word uniqueness even exists indicates (to me) that uniqueness isn't necessarily a boolean concept, although it can be used in that way. Saying that something is "closer to being unique" is fine in my view, and the usage "more unique" is just a shorthand for that. TBH I'd never really thought about it, so I'm glad you're both making me need to defend my position!
Jed
‘Uniqueness’ is usually preceded by ‘the’ and describes a particular aspect of the whole. It is different to ‘unique’.
I really wish it had a selfie screen. Was considering between a6600 and this
LOL 😂
A ‘discrete’ photo wth a tilt screen will get you beaten up nowadays.
Finally HERE! It would be better if there were subtitles.😁
Nice review guys! Just misses some background music to cover all the hisses from the mics especially when Evelyn speaks
Thanks for watching and pointing that out. We turned this video out fairly quickly. But will watch for that on the next one.
@@TheCameraStoreTV Hi, thank you for taking my remark in consideration, I'll just add that more than background music what it really needed was some background noise, I'm sure you already know it and I agree that it's not always easy to keep up with the RUclipsrs race . Keep the good work
@@canonball1914 I respectfully agree with you that silence is better than the recognisable music we hear everywhere
It's nice that they're giving us a choice...but it ain't for me
this is nothing more then a toy. For the price of that you can get a full frame camera. We are now in the 3rd and possible the last war. First was the resolution, then was the ISO war, now we have the focus war, and so far Sony is leading it. With X-Pro 3 being at the same price with a A7 III - 28-70mm f3.5-5.6 kit, it really does not offer much if anything for the money. As I say this is the last camera war. Photo is now creating an vision. Any phone can take a picture to put in the newspaper, or for family album, so the "camera to carry around" market is gone, and for "I need to capture my my vision" you have cameras like A7III. This is nothing more then a rent camera. You rent it for a day, have fun with modes and stuff and return to your full frame, or see if you enjoy taking nice picture and move from iPhone 11 to a full frame.
Why the push for full frame? It’s objectively better in certain conditions and honestly only certain bodies even. The appeal for full frame has died a lot due to technology getting better and better. Mirrorless cameras had a huge appeal with weight reduction but their lenses are just the same if not heavier when compared to other full frame lenses. There’s a very small demographic that’ll be able to tell the difference in a good apsc and a good full frame and they’re honestly too worried about pixel peeping to be of any concern to an actual photographer. This is an outstanding camera with an incredible lens lineup that doesn’t negate the small form factor capable with mirrorless. It is slightly unconventional but body styling has nothing to do with its capabilities.
@@bigwingdangdoodle the "apeal" of APS-C is "look I can do with 2000 euros what that guy does with 20.000", except you can't because you can't cheat math. You fix background, the sharpness is not there, you fix the sharpness, the light is not the same and so on. The push for APS-C now is because the Nikon 610 still does great pictures and the 850 does not justify difference of 3500 Euros, so they targeted the semi-pro market and they try to sell them to the pro and top-consumer. Here is what a consumer has to deal with if it goes APS-C or up from a 1000 Euro smartphone: 3500 Euro initial price, storage in cards, time to process the images, time to learn the basic stuff, long term storage, that involves additional price and dragging around additional gear and when you add all that up, in terms of money and inconvenience, 99% of the time it does not justifies the difference in quality. As a consumer, I would say full frame minimum, or save the money and go medium format. For 5-6k you get in to medium format, an less then double the cost, but you get a much different experience.
Cotoi I will certainly agree that switching from a phone to an actual camera, short of maybe a point and shoot, is generally not worth it for most people. I won’t argue math and I will easily admit you probably know more than I do on that type of subject. I am talking strictly from a normal clients POV, the images a good photographer can produce will most likely satisfy most clients that could never know the difference. Also I would argue there is more of a push for full frame judging by the big brands out there while Fuji has just maintained their apsc line and has done quite well going bigger than FF. Those medium format bodies from Fuji tempt me more and more if I’m honest but right now I don’t even have the need for FF and the compactness of apsc is what is a priority for me currently.
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I don’t see the point of buying it when you can get the XT3 for a thousand dollars cheaper!! The X pro 3 it appears to be more style over value and substance. It’s for the fashionista’s
It's a style/experience preference. But, I agree that the XT3 is way better in terms of overall value and functionality. Hopefully, it gets a firmware update with the new Classic Neg simulation.
Sorry i don't like it. but i love my minolta cle. the fuji is trying to be something its not and definitely not a film camera. My other camera is a fuji tx-1 excellent pano film camera and a canon eos r for digital work.
Keep that hat!
I can't see any reason to buy this when the X-T3 has better functionality and similar image quality. The rear screen is a gimmick and the loss of the D-pad is annoying.
Fuji have stopped pushing updates like they used to. Disappointing
Sorry many cannot support a company that has me as a spokeswoman
Fujifilm doesn’t allow me to buy anything more expensive than X-T100. 🤣
Its not a video shooting camera. I think if you really want to shoot videos lot and 4k etc this is not camera for you
True, but we were impressed that it still had good video capability.
Who else thinks the deign is beautiful apart from that small screen at the back looks ugly?
you like that dirty camera 🤨🤣
Crazy expensive... no thank you
"a photography centric camera"...
That screen is so dumb, let's be serious here.
The screen is so dumb. Fuji must be giving reviewers free stuff to pretend it's even remotely legit rather than the utterly tachy thing that it is.
The X-Pro was always NOT the most good looking X camera IMO, this one is no different. And that's screen is just utter bullshit.
I hate this.
Why no one can make flip screens like Olympus? Wouldn't be much better, ideal, to have the ability to flip the screen completely in the back. Then you could have both way, the traditional and the new when you wanted. The way it is just adds to the ugliness.
Fair enough. Which camera is the most good looking camera in your opinion?
@@TheCameraStoreTV I like Fuji, "I'm Fuji Team", but the X-Pro like is just a bit too big for the sensor size. It's a contradiction, Fuji wants to sell small and attractive cameras but they are bigger than they should and the designers aesthetic taste is a big questionable, and this camera is a big example.
For example of good looking cameras in this category, the Olympus E-M5 II and III. Not the E-M10 because the tall right dials ruins it.
The new Nikon Z is another very pleasant looking.
i'm all for classic styling when it's not at the cost of functionality, but this is just style over function hipster wankery.