FUJIFILM X-Pro 1 - My first impressions of this inspirational camera
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A short review of the FUJIFILM X-Pro 1. These are my first impressions of this inspirational camera. I take the camera to the Kent coast and take a series of black and white landscape and seascape photographs, to test out the camera.
This is the best FUJIFILM camera I have ever shot with. It's truly an inspirational camera, and gave me so much joy. It may not have the fastest autofocus, but for landscape photography that doesn't matter. 
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Love my X-Pro1 from the moment I got it years ago! I keep something like an X-Trans sensor archive - X-Pro1, X-E2 and X-T2.
Good video! Bought mine 3 weeks ago...i am very happy! I am attaching the 7artisans 25mm 1.8- JPG only - Just an amazing combo. My XT- 3 sits on the shelf atm.
Have had one of these from new and would never change it for anything more modern. This camera is a joy to use and in my opinion a future classic. Good review thanks.
Love my x-Pro1, too. Only thing missing is coloured focus-peaking. Set the ISO to FN button on the top, and all is done to capture great pictures.
now slap a 1/4 black pro mist filter on your lens and really get that filmic vibe. bpm filters have a been a game changer for me with regard to stripping that clinical sterility from digital images. with the right film simulation and a bpm filter the images look so much like they were shot analog. definitely worth a play.
Bought a 1/2 and will never not shoot without one ever again, I even want to step it up to a whole 1 just to really get that glowing/filmic look
It’s a great camera and I still enjoy the images I get from my Canon EOS 5D mk 1 too. I also agree that Fuji monochrome images are spectacular!
Another joyful experience watching Chris in action. 😊. Love your genuineness and joy 🥰
thank you!
Chris your a bit quirky, you remind me of me. X Pro1 is loved.
Chris another great down to earth video. I’ve been looking at the xpro 1 for a few months. Think I may need to jump on one soon before the price jumps up. I bet it would be a blast to come to the UK and Dona photowalk with you.
Wow! Fujifilm X-Pro 1! I love all the black and white shots! I want to buy one but, old Fujifilm cameras here in the Philippines are pretty rare. Not a lot of Filipinos are using Fujifilm. 😅
own and shot with x-h1 and x-pro2 but there something about the colours on the x-t1 (and my old xpro1) i really enjoy.
Should be getting that exact combo of camera and lens end of next week. It makes me excited about shooting exclusively monochrome photography. Great video Chris and it has proved very inspirational!
Having a monochrome dedicated camera is a fabulous idea!
Tough choice for me to make between this and the XE-2 as my next Camera for street photos and landscape . I have lots of quality vintage manual lens sitting around too. . My wife has the x100t and loves it, she has had her photos on display in a gallery because of how well it works for her
Inspiring. Thanks for following your heart…
My Xpro1 arrives on Thursday. It’s like waiting for Christmas Morning. Plan on setting up the custom film settings for various B&W. From what I’ve read/watched the Color Film Simulations straight out of camera are pretty filmy looking.
I bought the xpro1 just after it was launched I personally think it is still one of the best cameras ever made I would never sale it 1-1 and B&W what a combo brilliant bit of kit x trans sensor best ever 👍👍
I keep looking at this camera. The price is at a good point now too. 23mm or 35mm perfect match.
Amazingly inspirational, thanks.
What a spectacular video! For as long as the video was, you had me intrigued all the while. Amazing & powerful photos. Just watching you capture the WOW factor was an adventure. In awe of your encouraging & joyful work. Thank you for sharing! CaVera (NYC).
X Pro-1 is my Budget Leica Digital Body-Great film look with vintage lens. Great quality build features. A keeper for sure and the X Trans sensor is Fantastic. I shot film and this is the Digital version. An artists tool that's fun to use.
Lovely video Chris! I tried and own/owned almost all Fujifilm cameras but recently for my need for artistic black and white photography I found out should buy an xpro1 and I did! I don't care and don't want electronic and digital features and functions BUT image quality and I believe that's it "XPro1 a revolutionary digitalized analog camera sensor"! for years after old school studying photography in college and practicing film development, I think I lost myself, my vision, my enjoying photography by forcing to focus on technical aspects of cameras and lenses, investing and spending lots of time and fortune for new buttons, new features, day after day... and now again go backward to find that missing part "Art of Photography". No need to hands-on an analog camera or film shooting again, because this camera sensor is performing Film quality and not only film simulation. I don't understand why all people miss led to the practice in the wrong way of photography?! cheers.
It is a Contax G2 only in digital form, and I would say even better performance by a lot. Very nice did some work years ago in B&W all at 6400 they were fine.
Love it. Makes me want an xpro-1 too (Used to have one but sold it ....) Regrets ... Is the lens the XC 35mm F2 ? Thanks
I'll come back to this when the HD version finishes processing, just wanted to say I knew you'd love this camera. I love both of mine to bits and see no reason to upgrade. I use one with Fujnon glass, and the other with a slightly stronger diopter for using manual only lenses through the EVF. It's a camera that just compels me to use it.
What diopter are you using Derren Poole? And does it make manual focusing easier? - Thor
@@thuddi1 Nikon do a replacement. Just search eBay for Fuji X-Pro1 diopter Nikon, or something like that, and you'll find one. Amazon sell them also. The diopter strength for Nikon is a bit misleading, so it's better to use one that's one number under the one you would normally use. So for example, Fuji's own diopter I'm a +1, but with Nikon I use a 0 - this gives me good all around use for the OVF/EVF with Fuji's own lenses. For manual focus lenses I use the Nikon +1, it really does help crispen up the EVF for manual focus, espcially on a lens like the 7Artisans 35,, f0.95. But the +1 makes the OVF blurry for me as it's a bit too strong for that. That's okay on my second body though as the OVF is cracked due to a fall, so don't use it.
@@derrenleepoole thanks!
Did you know, that the sensor is actually a bit different from the x-t1 version? Both 16mp but slightly different colours. It's the xtrans 1 and xtrans 2 sensors. I recently bought an x-t1 because I really like the colours of it!
Just posted a vid on my page about it.. Hadn't been using it much, took it out...definitely got some images I'm going to print. Classic camera ! Has something others don't.
That was a great video. Glad you made it passed that little river just fine, i would of not liked getting my feet wet of all. I do agree with the b/w’ .jpegs they do look so nice.
You nailed it! It's an amazing camera, especially for black & white and its sensor is based on film, which makes a huge difference. It's even better with the Acros film simulation. In other words there's nothing stupid about it. And perfect for the beautitul place you live in. By the way there's no silver version of this camera but I love how it looks in black. Thanks for sharing!
thanks! Yeah, black looks great in the X-Pro 1 👍
Great video .. nice to hear a photographer with humor and not have to watch someone peeping the pixels
Glad you enjoyed it
Great review of a excellent camera/system. NB Cuckmere Haven is in East Sussex. ;)
I wanted a second x pro1 as I've had mine since new, because of the videos the prices of Skyrocket!
They were always high but now days they indeed increased quite a bit.It is a classic and cult camera due to output.
I bought it in Manchester a couple of years ago. The only reason I didn't keep is that it didn't have the Acros simulation. Sort of regret it. I love that first generation sensors. Who needs extra pixels when there is spirit. Great videos!
I made the same mistake. I sold mine and bought an x-pro2 and was never as happy with it.
Chris, rented the X-Pro3 when it first came out and loved it, but the price was way over my budget. I have been looking at the X-Pro 3 prices and they just aren’t dropping at all so I am now looking at the X-Pro1 or 2 as they are both more reasonable prices. If I can find a X-Pro2 I can afford I may get one but the X-Pro1 is what I have been looking at the most but have been worried about the image quality… watching this has resolved any worry I had. Thanks!
Go to the UK Fujifilm shop website and look at "refurbished" cameras. I did, and picked up my X-PRO3 for £1299 Inc VAT with a full warranty. Not a single mark on it and shutter count was zero. If they're out of stock just be patient and sign up for an email notification when one is available. Just a thought.
Ive had mine for years, its knocked about, and I would never sell it. Its heavy, solid and the images are beautiful
Do you only shoot jpeg or do you process your images?
The xPro1 is the best purchase I have ever made. Got it when the XPro 2 came out for a great price.
Great video thanks
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
Fancy one of these, but how do I get the photos onto my phone if I haven't got a computer?
Hi Chris, Really enjoyed the video. I have a X-Pro1 and a X-Pro2. There is no doubt that the black & white images the X-Pro1 creates are a bit special. But I've got to be honest and say that I prefer the X-Pro 2.I just find it an all round better camera. I've never had the issues that I've had with the X-Pro1. The viewfinder was the first problem. I had to buy and fit a Dioptre adapter lens before I could get a sharp image. Even then I prefer using the OVF to the EVF. I've had issues with the speed the camera writes to an SD card, I've had the camera freeze on me, something that has never happened with my other Fuji's. Having said all that I would not part with it. It is lighter than my other cameras and it still surprises me in terms of the image quality it can produce.
Is the lack of diopter adjustment a big problem for those of use who have reading glasses?
Great video! I really enjoyed going on this adventure with you! I'm on your Patreon so I will hit you up later in chat about your findings as well as my first day with my X-E1. See you then!
Where can i buy Xpro1?
Phew, just bought my X-pro 1 last week before we see an upward trend in prices 😀
Me too! With 35mm f1.4
I will have to try with my xe2. I e got the lense. If these cameras were cheep I'd get one. Oh well I'll keep looking for a steel.
What settings did you use in bw? Reciepy?
Hi loving your work and like the idea of the older Fuji sensors being almost analogue like in the way they render images. I have a X-E1 and would welcome your thoughts on changing it out for the X-Pro1 to get as close to film as possible. Is it worth it or would I not see too much improvement from the X-E1. Cheers Julian
Hey, I've included your question in my video which will be released on Sunday 👍
@@ChrisOrange Look forward to it with glass of wine
Love it, what lens you got on Chris?
FUJIFILM XC35f2. thanks.
I had the XPro1 twice! The BW from it is amazing
agreed - incredible camera.
@@ChrisOrange I have a nerve disease and sadly cannot shoot with anything bigger than the V but if I could I would get an Xpro 1 again
@@mk1photography62 ah ok - do you use the conversion lenses on the V?
@@ChrisOrange Yep got both and they are very good
Still thinking....... Xpro-1 again
Yes, the X-Pro1 really is a camera that can be called a "classic". The optical/electronic viewfinder is a masterpiece of design and it feels so solid in the hand too. Have you noticed that a certain Mr. Nikon has started to copy the retro look and layout of some Fujifilm cameras? Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery!
Yeah but Nikon copied the design from their old film cameras like the FM and FE. And Fuji took some inspiration from there too so..
Nikon made a copy of old FE body but missed the boat with apsc lenses.That camera looks ugly when you put Z mount FF lens on it.
Nice monochrome landscapes! Would like to see what they look like SOOC.
Not sure if I like the camera… seems to attract flies. 😉 🤣
Beautiful shots
Thanks a lot!
I love mine. Lack of diopter my only gripe.
You can replace eye piece with Nikon D19 or look to find Voigtlander one.They cost few quide, but then is diopter set up.
I liked the couple on the path shot, the first one and the one of the building in the fog. You should have links to flickr so we can take a better look. I find RUclips people don't allow enough time to really take a good look at the stills, and the whole point of the videos 9 times out of 10 is the still image result. I hate flies. Best wishes for a bug-free future.
Whats your best recepie for B&W photography on xpro 1 ?
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Chris have you tried the 16-55/2.8 on the XPro1?
no, not yet. 👍 thanks for the tip 😊
Is that a 35mm lense?
Did you take the b/w photos as jpgs SOOC? Or as raw?
RAW files, then used my Lightroom Presets to process.
@@ChrisOrange Yeah, thought so. Can't quite match the OOC JPEG with lightroom, but more reserve for editing.
Told you man. X-Pro 1 is different, the real deal! :)
yep, you were right! 😊
X Pro 1 is legendary and mated with the 23mm f1.4 is all you need for everything. If you haven't tried the 23 1.4 Chris, suggest you see if MPB can send you one. Trust me you wont regret it!
Agreed! I bought the 23mm f/1.4 after having the f/2 version for a few years, and after the first outing, I knew I made the right decision.
I love the clutch system for manual focus exposing the DOF scale, just like the lenses of my early days, allowing zone and hyper focusing.
Yeah, manual zone and hyper focusing going by the scale on the lens is the best, quickest and most reliable way to focus a lens on this camera.
Well you are finally there, it took you a while.
I have entered Fuji with this camera, but moved on to pro2. But I definitely miss the pro1. Shooting still objects is OK, but when shooting street it is not good enough.
I felt the same about my xp1 so I sold it recently to upgrade to the xp2. The xp1’s focusing was just too slow.
I use it for street and zone focus and works great
@@phillipgoldsworthy8531 Yeah, but that won't work if you want to shoot the 35mm open-ish. I really want an X-Pro3 with this sensor.
What lens were u using?
XC35 f2
Great video? Why does it max out at 360p though?
all shot in 4k. YT can take ages to process 4k footage sometimes - can be a week
It's the camera you just want to pick up and take for a walk,you can't put it down. Get a couple of Viltrox lenses and you'll not need anything else.
LOL ...[19:42] if I get wet I have the XPro1 which I'm going to buy in my bag ...CORRECTION which I will have to buy :))))))
Welcome to the dark side Chris!🙏😎👍You’ve just put the second hand prices up again. I love my two Xpro1’s😎🇦🇺🇬🇧👍
Welcome to the X-pro 1 club Chris.
thanks! 🤣
Good job. It would have been nice if you had shown us the camera in a bit more detail.
12:28 god damn men, my eyes couldn’t handle the beauty of this photo🔥🔥🔥
I've watched nearly all of your reviews on these cameras, and I'm ALWAYS tempted to pick one up. But I do have questions, actually just one, do you have kids? I feel like these are awesome but I also think I'd struggle and miss shots with family children. It's really the only thing I think holding me back from trying one.
It's definitely not the best choice if you need fast AF; I'd look at the newer generations for that.
@@kermitage yeah thats what I figured as well. I have an xt4, so I'm fine, but I do tempt myself with a smaller body now and again.
Sir Chris .. Next video make a Content like Portrait Shooting with Your Family using that Xpro1, xE1 xe2 and other... Godbless you.
No I do not think that your Stupid, due to that I also have the Fuji XPro1, and XE1. But I use my Nikon Nikkor Manual Focus lenses as it works, and could afford Fuji Lenses, and as I place the film simulation modes to Soft Color, and as for the B/W mode that I place it to Neopan, as I wish that I set it to ISO 400 as I think that it has Neopan 400. Also the Shutter is Very QUIET on both XPro1, and XE1. Love shooting in Overcast days. Good video
Was this shot on an iPhone 11?
I don’t see the point of getting the X-Pro1 if you’ve already had X-E1. Why not getting the X-Pro2 instead?
Because the XP2 sucks. It does everything way, way better than the XP1, and it will even reasonably focus a lens on what you want, but the colours this sensor produces are messed up.
Fly's gots hots for Orange LOL
that was a bad moment! 🤣
Your name is Orange and you are wearing an orange coat. The thunder flies can’t believe their luck 👌
Video quality doesn't do the pictures justice. Seems to be locked in at 360p
all shot in 4k.
Your B&W look different due to confirmation bias!
No, I've had this camera, and its output is glorious. The camera itself tho, well, Fuji forgot to include some sort of means to focus a lens.
The problem with the X-Pro 1 is that it has no dioptre adjustment, and the screw on dioptre lenses are no longer available and as rare as hens' teeth used. If you've got perfect eyes, it's not an issue.
There are Nikon diopters that fit 👍
@@paulhanksphoto Interesting. I'll bear that in mind.
@@GregWallis just checked the one I bought was for .... (Copied text ) FM, FM2, FM2N, FM2T, FE, FE2, FA, FM3A Cameras
@@GregWallis also fits on my Fuji GS645 film camera
@@paulhanksphoto Love that camera! And thanks so much for the info, I might just consider picking up an X-PRO1 at some point.
it reminds me of the old song:
"why do flies
suddenly appear,
every time
you are near"
or something like that...
anyway, great camera and lovely images :-)
Is it me or is this video available only in 360p?
Same issue here.
all shot in 4k - YT can take ages to finish the processing - even a week or 2
Chris is it just me or is this video set to 360p?
This happens when the video is uploaded and put as published at the same time. If you come back later it will be available in higher Rez.
@@markwiemels 4 hours later it's still 360p.
can take a while for YT to process 4k. Sometimes a week or 2
@@ChrisOrange no worries, I didn't realise it could take that long. Funnily enough at 360p on my tv the images looked even more like film lol. Love the channel Chris.
Is this the place that Crime serial was shot
I will never sell my x-pro1 (or my e-x1).
You make the same compliment to the every Fuji camera ?
I love them all 🤣
what happend to the quality of this video mate
Video quality doesn't do good to the video and photos.
have some variation in your photography bruh