6 Reasons Why I Bought The Fujifilm XT 1 In 2024 And So Should You

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

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[@ricknicholson5894]

A note to photographers who have recently purchased this camera. It is important to update the firmware. Many photographers don't update their camera's firmware but with the X T1, it is important to update. The camera prior to Version 4 wasn't that great a camera, the Version 4 update significantly improved problems the camera had. The current and probably last Version is 5.52. How to check what firmware your camera and lens have (the current lens on the camera). With the camera turned off, press the “DISP/BACK” button then while continuing to press the button turn the camera on and the current version of the camera and lens will be displayed on the LCD. Almost all current reviewers of the X T1 purchased in 2022 - 2024 leave this detail out.

[@Mildorji]

How do you update it??

[@ricknicholson5894]

@@Mildorji kzbin.info/www/bejne/np3PgpV_ZauXq9k

[@acuhz]

@@Mildorjigo google fujifilm xt1 firmware; format your memory card(remember to backup); put the firmware files in the memory card; boot your camera into “update mode” by holding disp/back and turning on the camera; follow the instructions on screen. DONT JUST FOLLOW MY WORDS GO GOOGLE YOURSELF TOO!!!

[@yogirllilj2920]

Maybe this is why I was having issues with mine this weekend! Camera went static and buttons were unresponsive 😢

[@meshackgaolathe6492]

I have an XT2 bought brand new and an XT1 bought used. My go to camera is the XT1. It’s just special really. Naturally I don’t do video so it’s sufficient for my needs.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

It is a special camera indeed. As for video i would prefer camera manufacturers to start making 100% photography centric cameras

[@huzairon6986]

bought this camera 1 year ago as my first camera, now i have use it most time for documenting wedding, graduation, concert etc. Best purchase i've ever

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

It is a great camera indeed :) glad to hear you are enjoying it as much as I do

[@alanplatt888]

Great video, thanks. 2024 I have just purchased the XT-1 for all the reasons you mention.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Have fun with it!

[@ViktorVaughan]

Had my X-T1 since release and I use it daily. Absolute fav camera

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

It is a great and reliable tool :)

[@Rmp-exif]

bought the xt 1 when it came out, still have it along with my xpro1 still both great cameras. have the pro 3 and the xt5 as well. all fabulous.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Awesome cameras indeed! What are you favourite lenses to use?

[@Rmp-exif]

@@PaulTakesPhotos I really enjoy the 14mm 2.8 but the 35mm 1.4 and 56mm 1.2 are also great.

[@iam_nick]

I’m still using this xt1 until today. Yes, a beast!

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

It is a really well designed camera that renders great image quality :)

[@safarionlinetvznz]

@im_nick Hi, i have xt-1, but i dont have lens, how i can shop lens for xt-1?

[@safarionlinetvznz]

Hi, i have xt-1, but i dont have lens, how i can shop lens for xt-1?

[@safarionlinetvznz]

Hi, i have xt-1, but i dont have lens, how i can shop lens for xt-1?

[@richardhale9664]

I am a huge fan of the X-Trans II sensor, so much so I have sold all my Fujifilm cameras with later sensors apart from my X-T20, keeping the X-T1, X-T2 and X100T. I perceive the X-Trans II to have nicer looking images, especially in colour. As far as individual cameras go, I reckon the X-T1 is the best all round package. It is not too large, it takes a grip and still remains fairly compact, It has the biggest viewfinder and is the easiest to use for manual focus. It remains reasonably priced unlike the X-E2 or 2s. However, I still grab my X-T10 more as I prefer its slightly better AF and smaller form factor.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

The sensor has a lot of fans it seems. As for the XT10 it seems pretty much forgotten by many but it still represents excellent value for money

[@georgedavall9449]

Single SD card slot, but it is UHS-II. Decent EVF, and decent rear LCD. Viewfinder info can ‘flip’ when the camera is used in vertical orientation, very cool. Exposures and colors can get wonky at times, and skin tones can be either really good, or dull and pasty, and the RAWS don't always play well with editors. Yes, I’ve still got my original XT-1 bought on special in 2015, new. The XF23 f/1.4 works great and that combo takes some wicked photos. Focusing not that bad, but not that good either? Take care.

[@larsoleruben]

I have one, which I got from MPB. It turned out to be practically new, with onlu 3800 shutter count. Only problem is a bulging door.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Mine has 5841 clicks, bought it of a guy who has barely used it. The card door is a bit flimsy indeed. Enjoy the experience! Fujifilm classic :)

[@iandisney4872]

For £30 I have had the ISO lock ring removed from my XT-1 which for me removed the only feature I didn't like. Now it can't be locked at all but it's so much easier to use. Great camera for me providing I use it with the 18-55 OIS lens.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

It is a small tweak, but it does make life easier. Thanks for sharing

[@DanaPushie]

I'm a bit late to the party but, I completely agree with your assessment Paul. I picked up an X-T1 some months ago and it has my vote for the Hall of Fame. I took it along on a gig I was shooting with my workhorse Canon and the picture quality from the X-T1 is spectacular. Even better the camera was a studio backup camera with only 117 actuations!. Unbelievable. Cheers, great video Paul.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

It is the hidden gem and I agree the camera is of excellent build and does provide fantastic image and color rendering.

[@nickgoogle4525]

One reason why I am selling my XT-1 now. Because I bought an XT-3! :-) XT-3 has sharper images, but XT-1 are more contrasty and have higher saturation, that is what you perceive as sharper I guess. XT-3 prices are lower than 900 Euros now. I bought one which had a few thousand pictures taken for 725 Euro and another one, which was like brand new (800 pictures taken) for 775 Euros.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Excellent deal you got :) i have the XT30ii and XT4 which is image quality are pretty much like the XT3. Same AF system, similar sensors and colour rendering. Call me a digital camera romantic but I just love the XT1 and XT2 because they are unique in their own ways. Always felt that Fuji joined the auto focus and modern sharpness club when it released it's XT3. Thanks for your insight and comment though

[@Heart0rHead]

You can not trust fuji exif shutter count. Cameras you bought most certainly have more 10k on the shutter.

[@nickgoogle4525]

@@Heart0rHead I know that the exif shutter count is not always accurate for several reasons. But when you see that the camera is as new and the settings still have the beep for AF active you know that the camera was not used much ;-) One camera the shutter count was accurate AFAICT. One had lost the shutter count (likely due not having a battery for a longer time -- also a sign that the camera had long rests and was likely not used much. The owner told me how many photos he had on his computer. Multiply that by 2 or 3 (for an amateur doing vacation photos) and you have a good guess of the real shutter count. So I am confident that the cameras where fine and really not used much (first owner in both cases as well).

[@nickgoogle4525]

@@Heart0rHead I know that the exif shutter count is not always accurate for several reasons. But when you see that the camera is as new and the settings still have the beep for AF active you know that the camera was not used much ;-) One camera the shutter count was accurate AFAICT. One had lost the shutter count (likely due not having a battery for a longer time -- also a sign that the camera had long rests and was likely not used much. The owner told me how many photos he had on his computer. Multiply that by 2 or 3 (for an amateur doing vacation photos) and you have a good guess of the real shutter count. So I am confident that the cameras where fine and really not used much (first owner in both cases as well).

[@dewindoethdwl2798]

I’ve just begun looking at the XT family of Fujis. These are coming across as the nearest thing to old-skool manual film cameras, which is what I love. Old style controls without the fuss of film chemistry, I’m in heaven. Pity my poor piggy bank when I decide to take the plunge😉

[@romelric]

the goat for me, I will never sell my XT1 theres just this majestic connection with my XT1 and makes the experience a lot fun

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

I agree with you great camera, great fun shooting with it

[@safarionlinetvznz]

Hi, i have xt-1, but i dont have lens, how i can shop lens for xt-1?

[@neilyakuza6595]

Made in Japan also has much better quality control. I have two XT1 cameras, I use an M42 adapter for my Takumars. A perfect pairing! This pairing creates awesome old film look! Thanks for doing this video.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Awesome lenses! And yes the build quality and materials used in the XT1 & 2 seem to be of higher quality :)

[@thelazyphotographer4761]

Yes!! Even though I own the Xt2, Xh1, the 50r and 100s + Leica I still use my XT1 with the original 27mm 2.8 lens. Fits in my pocket, goes everywhere. And the images are gorgeous, and film like -- much nicer IMHO than the XT2 or XH1

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

I do use the same combo frequently (or with the excellent 90mm) and the sharpness, colours and bokeh render great, realistic pictures with a good dose of analogue feel :)

[@thooman]

Missing my xt1 too. Rigid built and awesome photo.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Xt1 and XT2 are the gems out there in terms of BQ & IQ

[@robertbland5131]

I have the Fujifilm XT1 & the XT2 & the XT3 & the XT4 and I still use the XT1 one Jobs and I have one that I’m going to do in a couple of days with it.. but I like them all.. *I also have a Nikon D700.. Lol 😂

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

All of them great cameras. D700 is a classic, enjoy!

[@brianode11]

Love my XT1!

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

And so you should! Classic!

[@z3a3k3]

Oh, my commiserations on your loss! Myself I have an X T2 so I know all about it. Good to hear you're cheered up! -;

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Still gutted by it, but the xtt1 is awesome ')

[@NeilWNC]

I have two Fuji cameras that have been converted to infra-red (720nm), an X-T1 and an X-T3. I incorrectly assumed that the T3 would have sharper photos due to its higher pixel count. Long story short, I was wrong. The converted X-T1 is every bit as sharp as the T3 and in some instances even better. Live and learn.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

A friend of mine has the same combo he upgraded from xt1 to xt3 and he still favours his xt1. When my XT2 broke (sadly) I upgraded to the XT4, didn't like it (I was wrong) and bought the XT30II. Great images from the xtransIV and yet it misses the character of the xtransII & iII

[@m____n____4743]

The only thing I did not like was the latency of the EVF by comparison to later X models. Otherwise it's perfect especially the lower pixel sensor making the images much more easier the manage in post.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

The EVF is a bit dated from a technology point of view. This camera has a "low" mp count which is great in post and more importantly the image quality is excellent

[@LukMen.]

Greetings from Krakow! Nice to see that you visited it and share photos. I need to make decision x-t1 or x-t10. I guess I will pay extra money and go for made in Japan :)

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

XT 1 is such a hidden gem.... XT10 is awesome too.

[@DwayneMaikel]

Toffe content! Bedankt voor het maken :) Heb de XT30ii gekocht 2 maanden geleden. En net een week de XT1 erbij. Langzaam van de fullframe Sony naar het fuji systeem. 😁

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Bedankt! Grappig dat je dezelfde route kwa cameras bewandeld als ik. Ik ben dan wel een camera slurper. Net mijn hele Sony A7III plus alle lenzen verkocht. Stond stof the vergaren.

[@simpleman7203]

Fujifilm or E-M10 Mark II as a first camera? Genuinely, I wanna shoot everything: street, portrait, landscape, but I don't even know what to look into in terms of choosing. Some say full frame is the only way. Now I only do photos on a smartphone and would like to go deeper than that

[@amerulnasra7624]

Better olympus em10 mark II. Trust me

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Both camera systems are great, id advise you to divide your budget into 3 categories: camera, lens and basic accessories :) biggest difference is that Fuji has apsc sensors and Olympus micro Four thirds sensor. I started on MFT and I still have a Lumix that I use as these cameras rock. Full frame is great but in general cameras and glass are way more expensive and in general a little bit heavier and bigger. I made an episode on how to pick your first camera kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXjVqnWqfruJq7ssi=ImHIlWu_usRsu0Zn Hope this helps

[@georgedavall9449]

LUV it @ 04:58 !

[@christianglasner8295]

I use the same combination on vacation❤

[@rolandgasser6711]

I own 2 X-T1's the black and graphite version. I never will sell those!

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

I heat it a lot and i understand it now. Superb camera

[@tropip1081]

got a deal xt1 + 16-50mm for roughly 500usd, is it worth it?

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@tropip1081 yes it is worth it, make sure to check if cover over the thumbrest and dial pad is not letting lose and ask for the shutter count

[@tropip1081]

@@PaulTakesPhotos oh wow didnt expect a reply this fast, tysm, im trying to get into this as a hobby so i want to find something relatively cheap

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@tropip1081 Lumix gx80/85 with either 14mm or 20mm are good options for same budget. Check out the episode on the channel. Great to see you starting photography as a hobby

[@GaitaPonto]

I bought a X-T1 today because I love my old X-T10. The sensor is really sweet.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

The sensor is unique :) enjoy it

[@jungleboy1]

got a XT-1 today but the door is bulging and the rubber grips are wearing. Think i should send this to Fuji for a fix?

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Oh dear, the rubber grips are a known issue. Did the seller not disclose it? That aside, you can contact Fujifilm, in my experience Fuji's repair service takes some time to find and can prove costly. If you have a local camera store I'd suggest you contact them.

[@jungleboy1]

@@PaulTakesPhotos thanks, its not degrading the performance or useability but its just annoying. Will contact fuji. I googled and some were lucky to get their repair for free, fingers crossed i get it too. Prices were on the up for older fuji models so i bit the bullet and couldnt get hold of a decent one.

[@flashboyd200]

@@PaulTakesPhotos issue is with the the early models and was fixed . my own was reskinned and new card slot door by fuji .

[@Bill_Gluckmann]

I’m contemplating selling my canon sl3 for one of these. I hate how bulky my canon is and lost interest carrying it around. The xt1 looks like a powerhouse in a small body. Any suggestions?

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

THe SL3 is very big compared to modern standards. The XT1 is excellent in terms of image quality and on the used market still very affordable if you need faster or more modern AF, the XT3 is a good deal.

[@desireegaleski9257]

My x-t1 won't turn on and I replaced the battery. I am not sure if it's worth repairing.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

In my experience here in Europe, just getting the camera to the right Fujifilm authorized repair shop is a nightmare. So I feel with you

[@gregwill500]

Leave my hidden gem alone, random youtuber whom the algo recommends, who will now drive the price and interest up in this lovely camera :)

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@gregwill500 ill do that, next one will be xt-6, with 1tb internal memory, super AI, all film sims ever made for only 3000 bucks 😄😄

[@MrsMysteryWoman]

Tell me about it! When I first started considering selling my canon gear to switch over to Sony or Fuji, I was looking at this camera and it was around the $250 to $300 price point. Now you’re lucky if you can find one for $400 or $500 something! It’s absolutely outrageous.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@MrsMysteryWoman I see quite a number of cameras featured on the channel suddenly going into steap price increases... not good

[@safarionlinetvznz]

Hi, i have xt-1, but i dont have lens, how i can shop lens for xt-1?

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@safarionlinetvznz local camera store ask for used lenses

[@safarionlinetvznz]

@@PaulTakesPhotos I'm from Zanzibar Tanzania, i have suffer alot to find one, but still i failled

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@safarionlinetvznz best best is to see if mpb.com ships to Zanzibar or via eBay.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

One thing that comes to mind is to see on ttartisan or viltrox websites if they ship to Tanzania. Amazon could be a good option

[@HuaweiP-yn2bw]

Also x-t1 is smallest from all x-t series

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

True, damn I overlooked that one

[@jpeg_moments]

Which is better xt1 vs xt10

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

I don't think in terms of Image quality there is much difference. Form factor is obviously different. I love the xt1 because of the dials and weather sealing

[@pierrelaviolette670]

I have an x-t20 and x-t4 and x-H2S and have not noticed any (worth while) difference,

[@olmo47]

I have my since 9 years still going

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

And it will keep on going for a number of yrs to come

[@olmo47]

@@PaulTakesPhotos I have the fuji x100v also. i use my XT1 street photography but mostly Milky Way chasing.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@olmo47 cool you do astro.. love that. Unfortunately too much light pollution here. X100V that cam didn't agree with me. Used the x100 for a number of yrs

[@olmo47]

I have done a wedding all in B&W with that camera love it is much simple for a beginner no to many seatings vs XT5 that I wouldn't use.

[@josphlum5176]

XT-1 or XE-1? I have 2 at the same price near me.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@josphlum5176 i personally prefer the xt1 as the de models are too small for my hands

[@zikamusic2364]

Fuji x-t1 vs x-t30 for street photo?????? Just manual lens

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@zikamusic2364 depends on the size and weight of the lens, in general both of them a great for manual shooting. XT30ii has one feature the xt1 doesn't which is that you can manually enter the lens name which makes it easier to recognise in editing

[@zikamusic2364]

@@PaulTakesPhotos thanks lot

[@aerorcuav]

I saw IMAD FARIS there

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Yep he performs on Rynek Główny for years now

[@aerorcuav]

@PaulTakesPhotos Nice shot.!

[@DA-yd2ny]

If we had to buy every camera KZbin influencer tell us to buy our bank accounts would be empty in a couple of hours- not days 😂 No camera make us better photographers - only practice with what we have

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Check that box :) i do agree that cameras dont make you better a photographer nor do lenses. They do increase the joy of photography. In my case: older digital cameras, preferable small... I do have about 15 cams and spin the wheel of Fortune to see which one I'll use today. Hence me normally looking for great deals on the used market. And If I don't use a cam I sell it off

[@stereodan7180]

Just upgrade only if you need the latest feature. For example, if you only shoot portraits, or landscape, no need fast AF, X-T1 is more than enough. But if you need to shoot sports, or anything that needs faster AF speed, that means you need to upgrade it, like to X-T3 which has faster AF speed. Don't upgrade just bcs you just want it, make sure you really need the newest features :)

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Excellent, XT-3 is the first Fujifilm cam with enhance continuous AF

[@jd8484]

Is da nu teveel gevraagd om uw deur efkes dicht te doen Paul? :) Uitstekende video verder. Nu, doe die deur dicht

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@jd8484 hahah das een beetje mijn handelsmerk

[@PanditaP]

3:29 you did her so dirty lmao.

[@YourrGrace]

You sound like Jarvis

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Who is Jarvis?

[@YourrGrace]

@@PaulTakesPhotos ironman's AI :)

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@YourrGrace okay I'll take it like a compliment, but I am really human and from the Netherlands, we all sounds kinda funny in English

[@YourrGrace]

@@PaulTakesPhotos Yes man! I love your voice and your accent! I wish I had that too. haha

[@Stan_the_Belgian]

Thanks to all these vids xt1 is going up and xt3 is about the same money...

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Really? In my experience not the case. Sure have to search a bit. XT10 is still amzingly cheap available

[@Janihonkalaxx]

3:35 is that Putin😂

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Hahah yeah was having his morning beer

[@christians.9058]

Too bulky, I prefer the Fujifilm X E1.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

I used to own one and my argument was that it was too small for my hands 😂

[@christians.9058]

@@PaulTakesPhotos 😳my gloves are XXL 😱😳🫣😂

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

@@christians.9058 hahaha

[@silviocaravelli3567]

I have two beasts X-T1 and X-T3, X-T3 is superior but X-T1 has more visionary artistic imaging. Probably the contrast, and slightly softness. But I only know that X-T1 is a painter! Not a camera 📸.

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

Great way of putting it 👍👍👍👍

[@daniel4210]

How do they compare in terms of built quality? Is the X-T3 also metal?

[@silviocaravelli3567]

@@daniel4210 not sure if you Asked me. I feel in my hand, touching wheels, pad and so on. I feel X-T3 is a better build, solid feeling.

[@daniel4210]

@@silviocaravelli3567 Good to know, thanks!

[@Workforaliving]

I have the XT3, XH1 and i use the Xt1 the most. My 35 1.4 spends alot of time on it. Is there a better combo than that for those special pictures. Also i think the XT1 has a small advantage for high ISO

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

It is a very good combo. The xt1 at times is sharper than my XT30II and in low light the iso seems to handle better, probably because the sensor on the XT1 is smaller than the later iterations