Hey Osman. Thanks for your encouragement. I've gotten busy again after almost 3 years of very slow business. I hope to produce some more videos relatively soon, but right now I need to focus on paid work.
Hey Manuel. Ha ha ha. "Kind, blunt approach...." Maybe that is something for my tombstone. "He was blunt, but kind." ;) Thanks. I really appreciate your comment. I am moving house right now, so it might take me a little bit to get the next one out.
Thank you. That was most helpful. I shot an M3 for several decades and I only used my right eye for both horizontal and vertical shots. My left eye was always closed. It never occurred to me to use my left eye for vertical shots as you demonstrated. Do you also use your right eye for vertical shots and if so, how do you decide which way to go? It would be great to also see your technic for verticals with the right eye.
Hi Russell. Thanks for your comment and questions. Sorry for my late reply. I have been on vacation. When I hold the camera vertically, I usually hold in up to my face, with the view finder to my right eye. I hold the camera from underneath and press it up against my nose and forehead to give me more stability. I might fire the camera with either my fore finger or thumb -- it just depends upon how I feel at the time. I often times use the back screen and hold the camera away from the face. I love the flippy screen -- and it can be flipped out in vertical position. In all cases, I am conscious of holding the camera steady and using a shutter speed that high enough to stop camera shake. I hope that is helpful for you.
Thanks @UniTruffleUdon. No, the hand grip does not scratch the camera. Actually, it protects it -- especially from the bottom. On my previous X100T (which had a LOT of miles on it), the grip looked pretty beat up, but the bottom of the camera looked fine when I sold it.
Just found your channel. I just left Japan as I was there for 6 weeks. My father in law passed. Hoping to maybe move there in 1-3 years. I used to have a X100V. Where ya from originally? Keep up the great work.......cheers from Canada.
Hi Skipper. I am very sorry to hear about your Father-in-law. My condolences. I am originally from west Michigan in the U.S. Thanks for your kind words.
Hey Isiaka! I have a 49mm Kenko ZX II Protector filter on my X100V. Kenko is a brand marketed in Japan. The same company makes Hoya filters - so it might not be easy to find the exact same one. I buy good quality filters because they can make a difference, especially with reflections on the filter in back-lit situations.
Whoa.... First, loved this video.. Fun style and informative. You said something that blew my mind a bit. Can you expand on the OIS issue with the 18-55mm? I'm going to have to go out and try shooting with it turned off now to see what happens. I never heard that before other than possibly turning it off when the camera is on a tripod. Thanks again for a fun video!
Hey Charlie. Modern cameras and lenses are complex things. The more complicated something is, the more chance there is for something to go wrong. The 18-55 is a consumer-grade lens, but I use it like a pro lens. It gets bashed around a lot. I think something got banged around on the inside. If the OIS doesn't move as it should, then the pix get weird. I had the same problem with an 18-135mm lens I had years ago. (I showed pix from that lens because I couldn't find any from the 18-55 quickly during my editing). I think one reason the 16-55 f2.8 does have OIS is that Fuji realized their OIS at that time was not so dependable and left it out of a pro lens. But that is only a guess. Your lens might be fine. But Fuji made tons of lenses and not all of them will be perfect. Test it out and see.
Lenses with tripod collars are great. I shoot the 50-140 2.8 holding the collar. Its very stable. I also resort to auto ISO to 1600 or sometimes 3200 as a max. I shot a dark event with Xpro3 that way. A friend shot it with XT3. And his had too much grain. The image processor also matters.
Thanks for your comment, Bart. Yes, tripod collars are very helpful for holding big lenses. And thanks for your info about the grain differences between X-T3 and the X-Pro3. I didn't know that. Of course, in choosing ISO, one's application is important. In this video, I was targeting a typical photo workshop client -- generally intermediate-level shooters. Someone shooting paid event work is definitely going to have different needs and lower ISO. I sincerely appreciate your feedback.
Coming into to photography from a world of cellphones and automation... I was disappointed in my images, they were great as shot but I love flexibility in exposure and crop and I was not getting that, at first. I shoot Canon FD lenses on a Sony a7iii. Things have since improved with practice practice practice and when my images don't turn out - I can see the issues now and retake an amazing photo. I thought the lenses were optically inferior but they are amazing one stop down. If I need perfection I shoot around the middle of their f stop range. Super crisp. If I need a very very clean image, noise-wise, I'm shooting under iso 200 generally. I NEVER have enough light but I try to consider my subject. If I'm taking photos of birds I need short shutter speeds so I'll sacrifice some iso and an f stop, if I have it so I can freeze that bird in time. It's all a balance and even being told that every day, I am still figuring it out.... Getting very close to nailing every photo, proud that it's all manual. It's been a lot of work.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Easily the best video I’ve found on this subject. By the way, which Pentax hood is this? Do you know if it would work with a Fuji X70 (same filter diameter as the X100’s, but 28mm equivalent FOV)?
Hey Abdallah. Thanks for your kind words. I am glad to be helpful. Here is what B&H calls that lens hood: Pentax MH-RE49 Lens Hood for HD DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited. I really don't know if it will work on an X70. The 40mm field of view is very close to the X100V's 35mm equivalent. The 28mm equivalent might be too wide for that hood. I don't have an X70 so I can't test it for you. Sorry.
Hey Randy. Hmmm... Interesting question. There is a relaxation element to it. We naturally have a dominant eye, and it leads how we see. Back when I was a news photographer, I would practice manual focusing when I was at home watching TV. I would focus on the beer can on coffee table and then at the TV. Back and forth, over and over and over. You can use anything. I didn't shoot any pictures, just pointed the camera at something and focused. Moved the camera and focused. Soon, it was second nature. Try that with using AF (or MF) with both of your eyes open. It will be awkward at first, just keep going. Also, practice bringing your camera up to your eye, focusing on something, then pointing the camera at something else, focusing and putting the camera down -- with both eyes open. Or have a 270 lbs linebacker in full gear run directly at you from your blindside. That will open both of your eyes quickly. LOL!
@KelvyGoveo Here is how I have my Auto ISO set up: Auto-1 Default 160; Max Sensitivity 6400; Min Shutter Speed 1/125. Auto-2 Default 160; Max Sensitivity 3200; Min Shutter Speed 1/125. Auto-3 Default 160; Max Sensitivity 1600; Min Shutter Speed 1/125. Basically, I just use AUTO-1. I think 1/125 of a second is a good all around shutter speed. It will stop most people if they are walking. Go higher you shoot people moving around a lot. 6400 ISO is as high as I will go with this camera. If you find 6400 has too much noise, the drop it down to 3200 ISO. Test his out for yourself. See what works best for you. I am often testing out my equipment to see what works best. I keep notes in my phone for settings in different situations. Good luck!
@@PaulCrousePhoto thank you. when started using the camera someone suggested to have a Auto 1 for sunny environments, Auto 2 for overcast or indoor, and Auto 3 for night or low light indoor and I thought that was a good idea, but I like your idea of having one for all around that way I dont have to worry about changing much. great tip on note taking!
@@KelvynGoveo Everybody has their own way of doing things. I try to keep the tech stuff as simple as possible so that I can concentrate on composition and timing. Automation is great, but the key is to know when to override it -- and that comes from making lots of mistakes and learning from them. With this camera, it is easy to override auto by simply turning a dial. Just put it back to your default posiiton when you're done.
Just checking in wondering if you're finished with YT or just taking a super long break...was cleaning up my subscribe channels and noticed it's been 9 months
Hey Randy, Thanks for asking. I am just taking a long break. I had some personal stuff to take care of and then I got very busy with work. I hope to be producing videos again relatively soon -- in the next couple of months.
@@RandyPollock Thanks for your message. Sorry, I have been busy with my business recently. I gotta pay those bills! I want to get back to making videos, but business comes first. Video editing takes a huge amount of time. Thanks for the subtle kick in the butt. 😉
@@motorsports4021 Please look at my other videos. I made a couple about the X100T. I think they might help you. Also, watch the one I made about "Japan Street Photography." Just go out and start shooting. Make mistakes and learn. Try to be 1% better each time.
Hey @erosario64. Thanks for your kind comment. I have been busy running my business. There never seems to be enough time in the day. I want to get back to making videos, but I paying the bills comes first. Seriously, your comment give me encouragement.
Hey Sky. I used my 18-55 lens a lot it probably go banged around too much. I have since replaced it with a 16-80 -- although I sometime miss the 18-55's size. Have fun with your lens.
@@adycoke2 Thanks. I haven't abandoned this channel, but I needed to focus on my business, Editing videos takes a huge amount of time. I hope to post some videos relatively soon.
Hi Niklas. Maybe there is a problem with your camera, or the settings are not right. Auto ISO has always worked well on all of the Fuji cameras I have used. Check your settings. It is easy to accidentally press the wrong settings. I have done that before.
Hey Brad. No, I haven't given up on RUclips. Just taking a bit of a break. We moved house and I've had some other person things to take care of. More videos are on the way. Thanks for asking.
Good to hear, Paul. I’m a new subscriber. You video on handheld shooting in low light is very well done and useful. I just discovered your channel after getting out the X100T again. Cool to hear you’re from MI. The best years of my life were back in the late 80s while I❤. photo program at LCC in Lansing, MI. My camera then was my beloved Nikon F2 and Tri-X.
For someone with Parkinson's disease and considering purchasing this camera - your video has been incredibly helpful!
I am glad that this video was helpful for you. It must be a real challenge. Have fun taking photos!
Wow. Super helpful. I just realized I know literally nothing about photography and even learning a basic hold is a huge help.
Hey Shaun! I am glad this helped. Have fun taking pix!
Hi Paul. I'm waiting your new videos. Thanks for sharing amazing videos. Take care...
Hey Osman. Thanks for your encouragement. I've gotten busy again after almost 3 years of very slow business. I hope to produce some more videos relatively soon, but right now I need to focus on paid work.
Love your kind blunt approach to practice, practice, practice :-)
Looking forward to the next video.
Hey Manuel. Ha ha ha. "Kind, blunt approach...." Maybe that is something for my tombstone. "He was blunt, but kind." ;) Thanks. I really appreciate your comment. I am moving house right now, so it might take me a little bit to get the next one out.
Amazing video, definitely needed these tips, just got the X100V
Great! I am glad this was helpful for you!
Thank you so much!
You're welcome, Greg. I am glad it was helpful for you.
That was an excellent presentation 😊
Thanks, Anthony. I am glad you liked it.
Thank you. That was most helpful. I shot an M3 for several decades and I only used my right eye for both horizontal and vertical shots. My left eye was always closed. It never occurred to me to use my left eye for vertical shots as you demonstrated. Do you also use your right eye for vertical shots and if so, how do you decide which way to go? It would be great to also see your technic for verticals with the right eye.
Hi Russell. Thanks for your comment and questions. Sorry for my late reply. I have been on vacation. When I hold the camera vertically, I usually hold in up to my face, with the view finder to my right eye. I hold the camera from underneath and press it up against my nose and forehead to give me more stability. I might fire the camera with either my fore finger or thumb -- it just depends upon how I feel at the time.
I often times use the back screen and hold the camera away from the face. I love the flippy screen -- and it can be flipped out in vertical position.
In all cases, I am conscious of holding the camera steady and using a shutter speed that high enough to stop camera shake.
I hope that is helpful for you.
Great video, appreciate the tips and techniques.
Wanted to ask, does your JJC Fujifilm X100 hand grip scratch or scuff your camera at all? Thanks.
Thanks @UniTruffleUdon. No, the hand grip does not scratch the camera. Actually, it protects it -- especially from the bottom. On my previous X100T (which had a LOT of miles on it), the grip looked pretty beat up, but the bottom of the camera looked fine when I sold it.
Just found your channel. I just left Japan as I was there for 6 weeks. My father in law passed. Hoping to maybe move there in 1-3 years. I used to have a X100V. Where ya from originally? Keep up the great work.......cheers from Canada.
Hi Skipper. I am very sorry to hear about your Father-in-law. My condolences. I am originally from west Michigan in the U.S. Thanks for your kind words.
Thankd for the tips! What kind of filter do you have over the X100V?
Hey Isiaka! I have a 49mm Kenko ZX II Protector filter on my X100V. Kenko is a brand marketed in Japan. The same company makes Hoya filters - so it might not be easy to find the exact same one. I buy good quality filters because they can make a difference, especially with reflections on the filter in back-lit situations.
Whoa.... First, loved this video.. Fun style and informative. You said something that blew my mind a bit. Can you expand on the OIS issue with the 18-55mm? I'm going to have to go out and try shooting with it turned off now to see what happens. I never heard that before other than possibly turning it off when the camera is on a tripod. Thanks again for a fun video!
Hey Charlie. Modern cameras and lenses are complex things. The more complicated something is, the more chance there is for something to go wrong. The 18-55 is a consumer-grade lens, but I use it like a pro lens. It gets bashed around a lot. I think something got banged around on the inside. If the OIS doesn't move as it should, then the pix get weird. I had the same problem with an 18-135mm lens I had years ago. (I showed pix from that lens because I couldn't find any from the 18-55 quickly during my editing). I think one reason the 16-55 f2.8 does have OIS is that Fuji realized their OIS at that time was not so dependable and left it out of a pro lens. But that is only a guess. Your lens might be fine. But Fuji made tons of lenses and not all of them will be perfect. Test it out and see.
Great video! Subscribed :)
Thanks MD. I am glad you liked it.
Lenses with tripod collars are great. I shoot the 50-140 2.8 holding the collar. Its very stable. I also resort to auto ISO to 1600 or sometimes 3200 as a max. I shot a dark event with Xpro3 that way. A friend shot it with XT3. And his had too much grain. The image processor also matters.
Thanks for your comment, Bart. Yes, tripod collars are very helpful for holding big lenses. And thanks for your info about the grain differences between X-T3 and the X-Pro3. I didn't know that. Of course, in choosing ISO, one's application is important. In this video, I was targeting a typical photo workshop client -- generally intermediate-level shooters. Someone shooting paid event work is definitely going to have different needs and lower ISO. I sincerely appreciate your feedback.
Coming into to photography from a world of cellphones and automation...
I was disappointed in my images, they were great as shot but I love flexibility in exposure and crop and I was not getting that, at first.
I shoot Canon FD lenses on a Sony a7iii. Things have since improved with practice practice practice and when my images don't turn out - I can see the issues now and retake an amazing photo.
I thought the lenses were optically inferior but they are amazing one stop down. If I need perfection I shoot around the middle of their f stop range. Super crisp.
If I need a very very clean image, noise-wise, I'm shooting under iso 200 generally.
I NEVER have enough light but I try to consider my subject. If I'm taking photos of birds I need short shutter speeds so I'll sacrifice some iso and an f stop, if I have it so I can freeze that bird in time.
It's all a balance and even being told that every day, I am still figuring it out.... Getting very close to nailing every photo, proud that it's all manual. It's been a lot of work.
Hey Jonah. I glad to hear that you are making the effort and improving. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Easily the best video I’ve found on this subject.
By the way, which Pentax hood is this?
Do you know if it would work with a Fuji X70 (same filter diameter as the X100’s, but 28mm equivalent FOV)?
Hey Abdallah. Thanks for your kind words. I am glad to be helpful.
Here is what B&H calls that lens hood: Pentax MH-RE49 Lens Hood for HD DA 40mm f/2.8 Limited. I really don't know if it will work on an X70. The 40mm field of view is very close to the X100V's 35mm equivalent. The 28mm equivalent might be too wide for that hood. I don't have an X70 so I can't test it for you. Sorry.
@@PaulCrousePhoto Got it. Thanks for the reply!
Really enjoyed that one, I'm a close your eye kindof shooter, any technique for not seeing double when keeping the eye open?
Hey Randy. Hmmm... Interesting question. There is a relaxation element to it. We naturally have a dominant eye, and it leads how we see.
Back when I was a news photographer, I would practice manual focusing when I was at home watching TV. I would focus on the beer can on coffee table and then at the TV. Back and forth, over and over and over. You can use anything. I didn't shoot any pictures, just pointed the camera at something and focused. Moved the camera and focused. Soon, it was second nature.
Try that with using AF (or MF) with both of your eyes open. It will be awkward at first, just keep going. Also, practice bringing your camera up to your eye, focusing on something, then pointing the camera at something else, focusing and putting the camera down -- with both eyes open.
Or have a 270 lbs linebacker in full gear run directly at you from your blindside. That will open both of your eyes quickly. LOL!
@@PaulCrousePhoto I'll try the first technique 😂
as a starter im looking to have three ISO settings for my X100V. what would you suggest?
@KelvyGoveo Here is how I have my Auto ISO set up: Auto-1 Default 160; Max Sensitivity 6400; Min Shutter Speed 1/125. Auto-2 Default 160; Max Sensitivity 3200; Min Shutter Speed 1/125. Auto-3 Default 160; Max Sensitivity 1600; Min Shutter Speed 1/125.
Basically, I just use AUTO-1. I think 1/125 of a second is a good all around shutter speed. It will stop most people if they are walking. Go higher you shoot people moving around a lot. 6400 ISO is as high as I will go with this camera. If you find 6400 has too much noise, the drop it down to 3200 ISO. Test his out for yourself. See what works best for you. I am often testing out my equipment to see what works best. I keep notes in my phone for settings in different situations. Good luck!
@@PaulCrousePhoto thank you. when started using the camera someone suggested to have a Auto 1 for sunny environments, Auto 2 for overcast or indoor, and Auto 3 for night or low light indoor and I thought that was a good idea, but I like your idea of having one for all around that way I dont have to worry about changing much. great tip on note taking!
@@KelvynGoveo Everybody has their own way of doing things. I try to keep the tech stuff as simple as possible so that I can concentrate on composition and timing. Automation is great, but the key is to know when to override it -- and that comes from making lots of mistakes and learning from them. With this camera, it is easy to override auto by simply turning a dial. Just put it back to your default posiiton when you're done.
@@PaulCrouse love it- thank you so much!
How'd you get a pentax lens on an X100v?
Hey Christopher. That's just a lens hood. It's is a smallest one I could find that did the job. It helps keep the cameras small in my bag.
Just checking in wondering if you're finished with YT or just taking a super long break...was cleaning up my subscribe channels and noticed it's been 9 months
Hey Randy, Thanks for asking. I am just taking a long break. I had some personal stuff to take care of and then I got very busy with work. I hope to be producing videos again relatively soon -- in the next couple of months.
@@PaulCrousePhoto Don't forget about us
@@RandyPollock Thanks for your message. Sorry, I have been busy with my business recently. I gotta pay those bills! I want to get back to making videos, but business comes first. Video editing takes a huge amount of time. Thanks for the subtle kick in the butt. 😉
I juste buy x100t i want your opinion
Hi Motorsports. I used to have that camera. How can I help you?
Tips and tricks because I like it and I start shoot with it every day
@@motorsports4021 Please look at my other videos. I made a couple about the X100T. I think they might help you. Also, watch the one I made about "Japan Street Photography." Just go out and start shooting. Make mistakes and learn. Try to be 1% better each time.
With a strap around my neck and the the camera pushed forward until the strap is tight and then fire the shot touching the screen gently...
Hi Jan-Martin. Thanks for your comment. This is an interesting way to do it. I'll give it a try.
Where have you been; you have been missed.
Hey @erosario64. Thanks for your kind comment. I have been busy running my business. There never seems to be enough time in the day. I want to get back to making videos, but I paying the bills comes first. Seriously, your comment give me encouragement.
Well, stay safe and God bless.
it must a problem with your 18-55 OIS ,never had a blurry shot with that lens,and i am an amateur
Hey Sky. I used my 18-55 lens a lot it probably go banged around too much. I have since replaced it with a 16-80 -- although I sometime miss the 18-55's size. Have fun with your lens.
@@PaulCrousePhoto thx,I hope you haven't abandoned the channel!
@@adycoke2 Thanks. I haven't abandoned this channel, but I needed to focus on my business, Editing videos takes a huge amount of time. I hope to post some videos relatively soon.
Auto Iso isn't working at the x100 .. sorry but its weak ..just a fuji problem like the autofocus
Hi Niklas. Maybe there is a problem with your camera, or the settings are not right. Auto ISO has always worked well on all of the Fuji cameras I have used. Check your settings. It is easy to accidentally press the wrong settings. I have done that before.
1:22 This reference really doesn't work for Europeans, Paul :D.
I guess I am not a Eurocentric kind of guy. ;)
3+ Months since your last video… have you given up on RUclips?
Hey Brad. No, I haven't given up on RUclips. Just taking a bit of a break. We moved house and I've had some other person things to take care of. More videos are on the way. Thanks for asking.
Good to hear, Paul. I’m a new subscriber. You video on handheld shooting in low light is very well done and useful. I just discovered your channel after getting out the X100T again. Cool to hear you’re from MI. The best years of my life were back in the late 80s while I❤. photo program at LCC in Lansing, MI. My camera then was my beloved Nikon F2 and Tri-X.