Excellent review. It's funny that one of the things you don't like is something I LOVE about this sort of camera. The menu system displaying in the viewfinder means I don't have to put on my reading glasses when I want to adjust a setting or look at an image. Just use the viewfinder with it's built in dioper.
Just took delivery of my X100F today! First Fuji after owning several Canon bodies over the past 10 years. Size and weight make this camera perfect but thumb placement is a bit awkward. I can agree 100% to everything you have listed, both pro and con. I really couldn't believe the difference in image quality compared to the Canons (even with good glass)! X-T2 is next on the list. Great video!
What do you think of the X100F as an only camera because on my canon, I only use a range of lens from 24-50 which can be covered by the Fuji teleconverters.
Love the camera, especially as four out of five of your nits are not issues for me. I got a charger with extra batteries, which I always buy anyway, so the one with the long cord stays at home. My grip never touches a button so I never thought about it. Yes, it would be nice to have a menu or Q screen appear when the LCD is off but it is very easy to turn on so no big deal. I never touch the control ring as I shoot raw and only go to jpeg to use the control ring for the digital convertor or manual, so not a problem. Conclusion? Great camera!
Great review! I have been waiting for a good review on this camera. I have a couple of questions about the telephoto lens you have. Does this lens add both 50 and 70mm optically? I am guessing it adds 50mm optically. So can it shoot raw at 50mm. Also I have no issues with jpeg. So is raw possible at 50mm with the teleconverter? The other question is from my understanding with the teleconverter lens and the in body crop you can shoot at 70 and about 110mm is that correct? Thanks for the great review. I look forward to hearing from you.
Hey Juan, Thanks for the comment and the support. Seems like there have been a few people asking me about the teleconverter so perhaps I'll make a video later on highlighting the details of it when placed on the camera. But to answer your question, yes once you put the TCL converter on it is optically 50mm so you can shoot RAW at that focal length. When in JPEG however, you can add the digital teleconverter on top of it to make it a 72mm or a 100mm.
Hello! I'm assuming you're referring to the Sony RX100 Mark V. It really depends what you're looking to use the camera for. This Fuji, having a larger sensor and the Fuji colors, shoots a more pleasant image (my opinion of course). I have used an RX100 Mark 2 before and the images from the Fuji surpassed it. Of course, that was an older camera and I can't speak for V since I've never own one. The Sony is a great all around camera however, good for travels, selfies, vlogging, oh and its got killer high frame rate settings. So in short: Image quality = Fuji. Features and portability = Sony.
actually, i shoot video on my x100F all the time!!! its a little shaky but i use software stabilization in divinci resolve, with a external mic. the video is super underrated
Ken Middleton Hey Ken, I do agree, the x100f has QC problems with the LCD. My first x100f had a defective screen with distorted colors. But I am not noticing this issue you're describing on my current one. Maybe I'm not pressing hard enough.
Great review. Thanks! Re battery charger I copped one of the little wall plugs from a Nikon charger to replace the 3-foot cable. Fits and works perfectly.
Greg Brown That's a great tip! I've also seen people use the prongs from an apple iPad charger. Haven't tried it but sounds like a neat idea. Thanks for the info!
I liked your complain about showing menu in VF, I hope Fuji is listening! As first time viewer I think your work is worth watching so I did subscribe! Hope to see you more!
Ali Shadpour Hi Ali, yes the menu in VF is baffling. Perhaps they designed it like that so you can be discrete while in the menu. Thanks for the support!
John Rey Hey John! Thanks for the compliment! There will always be a slight degradation with filters but it's not major enough for me to notice. The trade off for lens protection makes sense here since I sometimes forget to put the lens cap back on the lens. Also depends on which filter you purchase.
Love the channel; great video and I share some of the same gripes - Just got mine and had an X100s and XPro2 before it. Decided to simplify since I used the 23 on the xpro2 80% of the time.
Super review mate. you have a very good voice. I suggest you put come money in promoting yourself and you will be a star soon...great going. Its one of the best reviews i saw on X100F.
Troll Of Justice Hello! Actually on several of the videos they've posted. For example this first look video at 5:13 ruclips.net/video/ll93ilB9DG0/видео.html
Interesting. All the information I saw was people saying "don't expect more shots; the new sensor and processor are going to use more power" Seems like Fuji Guys are confusing the message with Fuji's own website which averages the F at 330 shots while the T has the same rating.
I am planning to buy one, but I am hesitant to put in so much of money on it. I usually shoot for myself and not for big prints. I like street photography and portraits.
ehmmmmm I do not agree I think a long charger cable is erfect, I hate when you get a very short cable and then have to buy a longer one. but here you already have it
very nice video, I like it. Your fifth disliked point about this camera is on point. I have the x100 (1st generation) and it switches to LCD screen when I click Menu button even though I set it in Viewfinder mode
3 things that i dislike . no adjustable display-no weatherproof-the iso handling. thats important for that what this camera should be . a good street and travel camera. hopefully they give us that upgrade on next x100 patch ;-P
Mico Lana Hello Mico! Currently I don't unfortunately. Perhaps I can put together a Flickr page in the future but in the meantime, I did do a quick image quality comparison video, have a look! ruclips.net/video/mLA0WA3_QW8/видео.html
no you are...idiot read about weather seal..every one including you think weather seals works tell me how many seals it has you idiot..god... i take it its your first camera lolol .
I feel like you have a great potential in terms of style of the content and the ideas man, keep up the good work! subscribed.
Yifei Wu Thank you so much for the support!!
after watching so many reviews, I've stilled learned something new from you. subbed.
Thank you so much Dai! Much appreciated.
Excellent review. It's funny that one of the things you don't like is something I LOVE about this sort of camera. The menu system displaying in the viewfinder means I don't have to put on my reading glasses when I want to adjust a setting or look at an image. Just use the viewfinder with it's built in dioper.
Just took delivery of my X100F today! First Fuji after owning several Canon bodies over the past 10 years. Size and weight make this camera perfect but thumb placement is a bit awkward. I can agree 100% to everything you have listed, both pro and con.
I really couldn't believe the difference in image quality compared to the Canons (even with good glass)! X-T2 is next on the list.
Great video!
Andrew Duval Thank you Andrew and congratulations on your x100f purchase! The XT-2 is up there on my list also!
What do you think of the X100F as an only camera because on my canon, I only use a range of lens from 24-50 which can be covered by the Fuji teleconverters.
Love the camera, especially as four out of five of your nits are not issues for me. I got a charger with extra batteries, which I always buy anyway, so the one with the long cord stays at home. My grip never touches a button so I never thought about it. Yes, it would be nice to have a menu or Q screen appear when the LCD is off but it is very easy to turn on so no big deal. I never touch the control ring as I shoot raw and only go to jpeg to use the control ring for the digital convertor or manual, so not a problem. Conclusion? Great camera!
Great review! I have been waiting for a good review on this camera. I have a couple of questions about the telephoto lens you have. Does this lens add both 50 and 70mm optically? I am guessing it adds 50mm optically. So can it shoot raw at 50mm. Also I have no issues with jpeg. So is raw possible at 50mm with the teleconverter? The other question is from my understanding with the teleconverter lens and the in body crop you can shoot at 70 and about 110mm is that correct? Thanks for the great review. I look forward to hearing from you.
Hey Juan,
Thanks for the comment and the support.
Seems like there have been a few people asking me about the teleconverter so perhaps I'll make a video later on highlighting the details of it when placed on the camera. But to answer your question, yes once you put the TCL converter on it is optically 50mm so you can shoot RAW at that focal length. When in JPEG however, you can add the digital teleconverter on top of it to make it a 72mm or a 100mm.
Is this camera good for beginners or should I just go with the sony mark 5? I've never owned a camera before.
Hello! I'm assuming you're referring to the Sony RX100 Mark V.
It really depends what you're looking to use the camera for. This Fuji, having a larger sensor and the Fuji colors, shoots a more pleasant image (my opinion of course). I have used an RX100 Mark 2 before and the images from the Fuji surpassed it. Of course, that was an older camera and I can't speak for V since I've never own one.
The Sony is a great all around camera however, good for travels, selfies, vlogging, oh and its got killer high frame rate settings. So in short: Image quality = Fuji. Features and portability = Sony.
Amazing video work. Please do an episode on your lighting, camera and color correction for this video. Great look!
actually, i shoot video on my x100F all the time!!! its a little shaky but i use software stabilization in divinci resolve, with a external mic. the video is super underrated
What about the bleed on the left of the back screen when it is pressed? That is the biggest (only) negative in my humble opinion.
Ken Middleton Hey Ken, I do agree, the x100f has QC problems with the LCD. My first x100f had a defective screen with distorted colors. But I am not noticing this issue you're describing on my current one. Maybe I'm not pressing hard enough.
My second one had this, it felt like a plastic toy... Along with the pealing paint. I returned it for good.
Great review. Thanks! Re battery charger I copped one of the little wall plugs from a Nikon charger to replace the 3-foot cable. Fits and works perfectly.
Greg Brown That's a great tip! I've also seen people use the prongs from an apple iPad charger. Haven't tried it but sounds like a neat idea. Thanks for the info!
Great video. There is also a plug branded as the Stub Plug that works well.
sidpernicious30 Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely look into it.
I liked your complain about showing menu in VF, I hope Fuji is listening! As first time viewer I think your work is worth watching so I did subscribe! Hope to see you more!
Ali Shadpour Hi Ali, yes the menu in VF is baffling. Perhaps they designed it like that so you can be discrete while in the menu. Thanks for the support!
awesome review! I noticed you have the protective filter in front of your tclx100 does it affect the image quality? thanks
John Rey Hey John! Thanks for the compliment! There will always be a slight degradation with filters but it's not major enough for me to notice. The trade off for lens protection makes sense here since I sometimes forget to put the lens cap back on the lens. Also depends on which filter you purchase.
Thanks for sharing.
Love the channel; great video and I share some of the same gripes - Just got mine and had an X100s and XPro2 before it. Decided to simplify since I used the 23 on the xpro2 80% of the time.
The Broketographers Hey fellow broketographer! 😂 Thanks for the support, enjoyed your channel also!
Have you used an external flash with it? If so please review. Thanks
hi, awesome review! i like this so much and, could you told me what the tripod is in your video, it's so nice for X100F i think, thanks😉
Totally agree with your point 4 and 5...
Lim han wee Thanks for the comment! Glad we agree!
man I 100% agree with the button at ON position ALL the time.! it's so annoying
...And when you need to use it, batteries dead... :(
Super review mate. you have a very good voice. I suggest you put come money in promoting yourself and you will be a star soon...great going. Its one of the best reviews i saw on X100F.
Thanks for the great comment btw! Been busy as of late, but working to get more content out. Please help support by subscribing! Thanks again!
Hi. Is it a good camera for video?
Where did Fuji say the new battery was going to give you more shots per charge?
Troll Of Justice Hello! Actually on several of the videos they've posted. For example this first look video at 5:13 ruclips.net/video/ll93ilB9DG0/видео.html
Interesting. All the information I saw was people saying "don't expect more shots; the new sensor and processor are going to use more power"
Seems like Fuji Guys are confusing the message with Fuji's own website which averages the F at 330 shots while the T has the same rating.
I am planning to buy one, but I am hesitant to put in so much of money on it. I usually shoot for myself and not for big prints. I like street photography and portraits.
Hello! Feel free to look into the used market for the x100s or x100t. You'll get a lot of the same features/qualities without breaking the bank!
Why has the price of x100f not gone down much at all even after 2 yrs of its release? Still $1,200 right now
ehmmmmm I do not agree I think a long charger cable is erfect, I hate when you get a very short cable and then have to buy a longer one. but here you already have it
very nice video, I like it.
Your fifth disliked point about this camera is on point. I have the x100 (1st generation) and it switches to LCD screen when I click Menu button even though I set it in Viewfinder mode
If you own a mac, the short charger (the one you can click in the block) can plug into this charger, and problem solved ;)
3 things that i dislike . no adjustable display-no weatherproof-the iso handling. thats important for that what this camera should be . a good street and travel camera. hopefully they give us that upgrade on next x100 patch ;-P
Do you have a website where I can view sample photos?
Mico Lana Hello Mico! Currently I don't unfortunately. Perhaps I can put together a Flickr page in the future but in the meantime, I did do a quick image quality comparison video, have a look! ruclips.net/video/mLA0WA3_QW8/видео.html
Somebody's Opinion yeah a flickr page would be nice! Please keep me posted. Love your videos!
You can replace the cord with an adapter
Nice video man.
Thanks @WalterEgo
I thought you can shoot in RAW with this camera
no weather resistance forced me to get xpro2 graphite
grrrrr80 Good purchase! I would love to shoot the xpro2 also!
Weather sealing does not mean it will prevent moisture getting into the camera,,,god people read..on
no you are...idiot read about weather seal..every one including you think weather seals works tell me how many seals it has you idiot..god... i take it its your first camera
lolol .
stick to your dinky toys ..its obvious you know nothing after seeing your youtube ..BS
you need a fucking life moron get one i have no use for you ..cant even hold a conversation.stop the accusations ...
Please BIN the bloody "annoying" background 'so called' music ..... It is not needed on a "talking head"video !!!
Turn down music, please. It is annoying and distractive.Otherwise,keep it up.Good work.Cheers!
i dislike the price.. its so... yeah u know it hhaha
Haha, I know, I don't blame ya buddy. Maybe wait until the holiday season.