Fujifilm X-Pro3 review: IN-DEPTH field test in Florence!

[@cameralabs]

Hands-on field-test of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 filmed around Florence, Italy! Check prices on the X-Pro3 at B&H: bhpho.to/2PbbguK Buy Gordon a coffee: www.paypal.me/cameralabs Gordon's In Camera book at Amazon: amzn.to/2n61PfI / Amazon uk: amzn.to/2mBqRVZ Like Cameralabs? Get the T-Shirt: redbubble.com/people/cameralabs/shop 02:03 - Design and build quality 03:56 - Screen 08:48 - Viewfinder experience 14:30 - Image quality, HDR, Mono, Classic Negative 19:48 - Movie features and quality 21:20 - Verdict and final thoughts

[@fellowcitizen]

Half way through my cup of tea, and feeling a little bored. Opened KZbin, and behold: more coverage from Gordon on the X-Pro3... brilliant!

[@cameralabs]

@@fellowcitizen everything I do, I do it for you! Always trying to make tea breaks that bit more enjoyable!

[@fellowcitizen]

@@cameralabs

[@nemezote]

Wait, so the actual area captured changes with the focus point? How are you supposed to shoot like that?

[@cameralabs]

@@nemezote no, it changes with the focus distance due to parallax

[@ibranumba9155]

the best X-Pro3 review in KZbin

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, that's what I'm aiming for!

[@MrRoRoWe]

I watched hours of X-Pro3 reviews - I found this one to be the most helpful for me. Thanks!

[@thatjordandrake]

This is a wonderful episode Gordon! I'd love to see more like this!

[@cameralabs]

Thankyou Jordan, yours and Kai's style inspired me to get out and spend more time in front of the camera, rather than being the King of B-roll all the time...

[@sjsphotog]

+100

[@ryans_life]

Always the best camera reviews on YT. Thank you Gordon for this cracking review, I really enjoyed the through the EVF/OVF portions.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks Ryan, glad you found it useful!

[@john_in_Berlin]

I can only agree with everyone here: after nearly 20 other videos talking about the XPro2 and XPro3, I have to admit that this is one of the most engaging and informative. Your signature mix of conversational style, hands-on shots, walk-and-talk vlog mode (in Florence, always lovely) and deep user understanding of the Fuji mechanics, pros, cons, workarounds - it's just superb. Thank you.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it! You may also like my recent X100V long term test

[@john_in_Berlin]

@@cameralabs Will check now. Thank you. It's possible I've already seen it, as I've been shooting with the x100v (and Sony a7c) for 2 years now. 🙏👍🏽

[@john_in_Berlin]

Aha. I see it now. Brand new!

[@john_in_Berlin]

Just watched it and commented. Excellent! Mirrors my experience and the obvious (but admittedly small) drawbacks I also have quibbles about. Beautiful work.

[@Yalelax]

Hi Gordon: Your review of the Pro 3 was likely the best I have seen. Especially useful was the information about the viewfinder. Thanks so very much for taking the time and making the effort!

[@cameralabs]

You're very welcome, i think it's worth putting in the extra effort to show how things work!

[@joopsmiranda9219]

i really like how your reviews are always close to heart... starts off technical then gets personal and treats the camera as an actual tool not as something to keep comparing to every other camera released...the experience shooting with the xpro3 far outweighs whatever came out and whatever will. thank you Gordon.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! I think I'll do more like this...

[@vichethm5763]

I remember reading your reviews about the Canon 5D when I first got into photography. Great video!

[@cameralabs]

Thanks for sticking around - that was one of my first!

[@christiang-berg8490]

These in-depth videos makes me so happy! Just bought you a cup of coffee or two to show my appreciation :) Keep up the good work! // Greeting from Sweden

[@q3aki]

finally somebody's talking about it correctly

[@daveetrice2]

Great review and great pictures! I have the X-T3 and do not think I will make the switch, but it is very tempting. Beautiful camera with some really unique features.

[@merllin359]

Isn’t it wonderful that we each have our own ideas of what makes a good street camera. When I owned an X100F I had the screen turned off most of the time preferring to use the viewfinder. I used a pre-production X-Pro3 for around 6 hours recently and have to say I loved it and can’t wait to get one, but it’s not for everyone. As you found when testing it, I think a lot of people that are complaining about the screen may actually enjoy the experience given the chance to try one for a while. Love your reviews.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, glad you liked my review!

[@StreetsWideOpen]

merllin359 I think you are right. I wasn’t sure about this camera at first as I do sometimes use the back screen for some covert photography, I also owned the pro 2 & I often turned off the rear screen. But the more I see this camera the more I think I would enjoy it. Plus you can use it at waist level using the screen. I think I want one 📷😉

[@awaken77]

My favorite street camera was Bessa R3A (film rangefinder) with 1:1 optical VF. It allowed to use both eyes - one in the OVF and another eye to watch around and see what happens. But it only works with 1:1 VF, otherwise it would hurt your eyes

[@samrobertstheratcliff]

I fell out of love with photography recently, and put this down to focusing more on gear than experience. My best experiences have been with film cameras and the Panasonic G1 and 20mm f1.7. I think this camera keeps the flexibility of interchangeable lenses, but looks like a lot of fun with the 23mm on 90% of the time. Very tempted, thanks Gordon

[@andrewward7042]

Wandering around in front of the Uffizi...I have only been there in July or August, it's nice to see so few tourists for a change!

[@jamespkuzman]

Thanks, Gordon, for the best and most balanced review I’ve seen of this camera yet. Everyone seems to get hung up on the rear screen, but I think it shows an understanding on Fuji’s part as to what type of photographer will be looking seriously at this model, and I applaud them for not trying to make it a “camera for everyone.” That said, I’m not sure how I feel about the change to the optical viewfinder. The OVF (really, the option to switch back and forth between it and the EVF) is one of the big draws of this and the X100 series for me. Many if not most street shooters are going to lean toward the 18mm or 23mm lenses, or at most the 35mm anyway, but it seems an odd step in the wrong direction.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! I think maybe I should have qualified some of my viewfinder statements more - I think overall Fujifilm has improved the experience here...

[@craigcarlson4022]

THE most helpful insightful review ever of this unique approach of a camera. Well done!

[@cameralabs]

Thankyou!

[@everymomentischance]

this review is impressive! the view of ovf with 23mm & 35mm part is very helpful for me! thank you

[@eggyjones]

Really excellent review, was genuinely on the fence but as a 35mm shooter I think Ill stick with my xpro2 because I do enjoy the optical finder. No other reviewer Ive seen had mentioned the magnification issue. Many thanks

[@cameralabs]

You're welcome! But I do feel the X-Pro3 viewfinder is better overall as it's larger to start with.

[@alexfrederickson1540]

Phew! I didn’t realise this either and I’m 50mm shooter so the white box would be pretty small 👀

[@xyzhou6207]

@@cameralabs it depends how much one want to spend for limited improvement of experience. I'm a xpro2 user, too, up to now I think I will hold on to my beaten xpro2

[@bobstewart52]

Finally, an in-depth, practical, and eminently useful review of this new offering by Fuji. I especially like the lack of whining about the flip-down screen. I welcome it. I do wish it was fully articulated, though, much like the X-A7. But maybe a future iteration will include that. In any event, I thoroughly enjoyed your review. Well done Gordon. Well done indeed.

[@WatchesAndPhotography]

Gordon, for a KZbinr, you take pretty nice photos! You’re also one of the few channels I watch when it comes to gear reviews.

[@cameralabs]

Thankyou!

[@austincousar6295]

Great review. Best coverage of the OVF so far. Question: how does the battery life compare to the X-T3? Better when primarily using the OVF or similar?

[@cameralabs]

I can tell you how much i got on one charge: 230 shots almost entirely with the OVF or tilt screen, plus a couple of minutes of video and a very small amount of playback and menu navigation through the EVF. So a mix!

[@johan0234523]

Agree, finally a reviewer being honest about the advantages and disadvantages of the new OVF. Most reviewers skip over the disadvantages really quickly, almost as if they are embarrassed to talk about those! The 50mm and 18mm frame lines on the X-Pro2 are still really usable, but the viewfinder itself is smaller (and shows more distortion), so it is a trade-off. For me, I am not ready to give up the 18mm and 50mm frame lines yet (I could live with the 35mm frame lines in the X-Pro3).

[@oc2phish07]

Can't beat this video. One of my favourite presenters, my favourite make of camera and a city I love. Thanks Gordon.

[@cameralabs]

Thankyou, glad you like it!

[@firstnamelastname9955]

I just need two of these x-pro3's with a 24mm and 50mm equivalent and backup batteries and I will never lust for another digital body again. It's like Fuji made a camera for me..

[@eliaspap8708]

Always love ur reviews Your the only KZbinr that actually explains things properly and I now have a good understanding on how the hybrid viewfinder actually works it’s positive and negatives with various types of lenses etc, before your review I think I must have seen about 2 Dozen reviews and I learnt nothing but boring specs.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! I always try and demonstrate the features and show the pros and cons...

[@peterlemke3468]

Like your new vlogging style and one of your best reviews Gordon. This is certainly the most polarizing camera release of 2019. You did a great job in sharing the viewfinder experience and highlighting the pros and cons.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, i enjoyed filming it!

[@shigsho]

The viewfinder experience could get old very fast.

[@VOByRobbins]

Great video, mine is arriving today and can't wait!!! Just subbed and liked! Very very thorough, thank you! I'll definitely be looking over your other vids!

[@cameralabs]

Thanks!

[@foblivio]

Excellent explanation and demo of the optical finder!

[@timothynguyen2886]

Looks Beautiful! Great Review! Thanks Gordon!

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! Hope you enjoy the approach...

[@alessandroskocir]

I'm glad you came to Italy, and thanks for this very interesting video.

[@cameralabs]

I need no excuse to visit Italy, I LOVE IT! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@chrisponsford1327]

Thanks Gordon ,very clear and precise review . Just bought one to go with my XT4 . Mostly for the streeet .

[@carlseibert9015]

A wonderful review. You did the thing that really matters most - showing us the differences in the old and new viewfinders. I still have to touch and try to decide if the XP2 or XP3 would be a better fit for me. But now I have a clearer understanding of the situation. I do have the X100F and will keep it, whether or not I buy an X-Pro2 or 3. You may very well be right that, for the 23mm at least, it could be superior. It's small, of course. The mechanical shutter is a leaf shutter, and it's darn near silent. Many of the complaints people seem to have about the X-Pros don't seem to apply. For instance, the parallax correction in the finder works perfectly to crazy-close distances. (Yours may well have been an early-production-run hiccup. I can't imagine them screwing that up. But who knows.)

[@DistantLightProd]

I purchased one a few weeks ago and really enjoy using it. The screen is a controversial topic, but it is one of the reasons I decided to purchase it. Thanks for the video.

[@adriandonoghue8210]

Loved this review Gordon, must visit Florence in the rain, it looked a lot quieter than when I was there 2 months ago

[@cameralabs]

It still felt busy! Not as busy as Rome the week before though!

[@janvirtanen9110]

I wonder if one can tolerate the xpro3 ovf if one is customed To very large and nice leica m viewfinder.

[@paulhills1967]

Very compelling review. Like the new style as well. Thanks for your efforts.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, glad you liked it!

[@larrynguyen85]

Excellent, refreshing, comprehensive review. Thank you!

[@ReinoldFZ]

I appreciate much that Fujifilm cultivates the aps-c segment and I love to have devices that only have what I need to enjoy without feeling to have a duplicate of my cellphone (I have a kindle ebook, a Fujifilm x100 and a shozy alien music player that has no screen). With the other companies I feel myself pushed to "upgrade" to full frame :l

[@philippesandmeier3736]

Excellent review, Gordon, with some details others have failed to tease out!

[@cameralabs]

Thanks!

[@Quietcloud]

I've seen all the reviews about specs so it was quite refreshing to see yours about the actual shooting experience. I am totally intrigued by this camera. Can't wait to see one in person.

[@cameralabs]

It's better in person than the concept suggests...

[@joefaracevideos]

great presentation, Gordon. Love your review of this camera

[@cameralabs]

Thanks!

[@jackbasso2831]

That classic chrome could not be more at home in Florence. The way those yellows are rendered is mwah

[@cameralabs]

That's what I thought!

[@bernios3446]

Classic Negative looks absolutely gorgeous! Fuji just understands something about color perception! It has visual appeal, style and elegance. So much better than the competiton.

[@cameralabs]

I agree, I love it too!

[@peasantrobot]

@@cameralabs actually, the officials said that the Classic Negative resembles Fujicolor Superia film stock.

[@ianbrown704]

Excellent review with more "Photographer" user content, unlike some vlogs on you tube, example the EVF and OVF - thanks Gordon

[@cameralabs]

You're welcome, glad you liked it!

[@Thomas_Geist]

Another nice feature of becoming used to shooting with the OVF is that one can lease the camera on all the time and hardly drain the battery at all. This works well with street photographer, however, the camera does come back to live very quickly, but I just like knowing the thing is alive and ready go instantly go.

[@34136TS]

One benefit of the OVF with a lens greater than a 50mm focal length is that you can "pre-aim" before switching to the EVF to finalise and capture the frame. I'm certainly thinking of wildlife shots with my 55-200mm where it can be hard to find the chosen subject at range with a long zoom, but this makes it so easy. You know, those times when the wife suddenly tells you there's a kingfisher posing on the far river bank...

[@x100ed]

Brilliant video Gordon, enjoyed every minute!

[@cameralabs]

Thanks!

[@harlowpinson5678]

Thank you. First honest and comprehensive review.

[@cameralabs]

Why thankyou!

[@gaidarskimsn]

The best review of the Fujifilm X-Pro3. Cheers Mate!!

[@cameralabs]

Thanks!

[@joseandressanchez3588]

I love this camera!! Thanks for sharing.

[@Holl.Mvrk.]

Awesome video ! Thank you for the great review and information ! I am definitely waiting till at least next summer to see what they do with the X100 series. Hopefully they give us some information by then !

[@cameralabs]

I look forward to seeing what they do with the X100

[@balboa0621]

The camera isn't enough to make me upgrade, but I LOVE the classic negative tones.

[@cameralabs]

Yes! Hopefully it'll come to the X-T3 and X-T30 as well...

[@AlexLancashirePersonalView]

Is that a Tribble tucked down you're sweater Gordon?

[@cameralabs]

That's the trouble...

[@AlexLancashirePersonalView]

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[@MuertoInc]

I've always liked your unbiased approach to reviewing cameras. If I ever want to know about a camera other than Olympus, I come to you. Thank you for keeping it real.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, but why wouldn't you come to me about Olympus too?

[@MuertoInc]

@@cameralabs Hahaha. Sorry, my grammar is not the best. What I meant to say is that I'm not interested in other cameras that are not labeled 'Olympus'. If by any chance a non-Olympus camera is kind of good on paper, then it is your review that I come to, to learn about such and such camera. All the other reviewers seem biased or paid for by those other companies. But you, my friend, tells it like it is. I really appreciate that. Have a great start of your week.

[@carrieannkouri2151]

I was skeptical about the new screen setup, but now I really like it. I stay more focused on getting my shots right in camera. It takes me back to my days of shooting film!

[@cameralabs]

I felt like that too!

[@Thomas_Geist]

As always, thorough and very nicely done.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks!

[@maorvaknin769]

Great reviews keep it up 🙃

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! Did you enjoy the vlog style presentation on this one?

[@maorvaknin769]

@@cameralabs Your videos are so helpful M200 review was very helpful And Canon sl3 was helpful 😎

[@OdO_Gee]

Love that there was a guy photographing a model as you walked by! 4D subframing.☺️

[@cameralabs]

Did you see my nod to them just beforehand?!

[@OdO_Gee]

☺️No I’m sorry I didn’t see that!

[@Vagabond1031]

Your thoroughness and perspective on the reviews are very useful. I find your videos often answer usability questions I have that others do not. Thank you!! I use zone focus quite often when on the street and enjoy the quick zone focus via the lens. Would you know of any 35-40mm autofocus lens that also allows for good manual focus experience. One where I can refocus through tactile feel rather than through LCD or VF. Unfortunately I've only found 1 lens (Fujifilm XF-23mm f1.4 mark 1) that has distance marker for XPro. Thanks

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, and yes, unfortunately there aren't may lenses aimed at manual focusing nowadays. Obviously there's the older Mark 1 Fujifilm lenses as you've discovered, including a 35 1.4. I enjoyed some recent voigtlanders, definitely worth checking out some of those

[@Vagabond1031]

@@cameralabs thanks much! Unfortunate indeed. I think Fuji can gain a big sector if they have a good MF/AF lens for XPro

[@frankly5171]

Superb review. Very useful and practical.

[@abefroman5437]

Was waiting for this. Love your reviews. Keep it up! BTW, hope you didn’t get pickpocketed in Italy.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks, and don't worry, I made it back in one piece!

[@bberns2]

Gordon, the quality of you videos is superb...

[@cameralabs]

Thanks!

[@pandoraefretum]

Nice review, Gordon... I am torn between X-T3 and X-Pro3; can't make up my mind which one to get, and time is running out, as I have to make up my mind soon! You give a great feel for the optical viewfinder; a much better comparison with the X-Pro2 than any other review I've seen so far. You took some very artistic sample images to demonstrate Classic Negative, by the way, and your book is also great; I'm a fan. Q-Menu on the mini-display? I love your suggestion and hope Fujifilm are listening and we get it in a firmware update!

[@cameralabs]

If you often use very wide or long lenses, or shoot lots of action or video, I'd get the X-T3.

[@pandoraefretum]

@@cameralabs 23mm my main goto lens... love them both f/1.4 and f/2. The other focal length I use for portraits is the 50 and 56mm... and this is where I might be better off with the X-T3... it's a tough decision!!

[@Berindei_Stefan]

im in between the xpro 3 and xt3 cause id love to switch between video and pictures but since both can film at 4k 30 , but quality and long lasting as a camera i guess the xpro 3 is the right choice no?

[@davidharrison8948]

Thanks Gordon excellent video again sadly I sold my xt3 to get the xpro 3 so now back to the drawing and have a look at other systems 😩

[@cameralabs]

I personally prefer the X-T3, but still really enjoyed the X-Pro 3 - it's quite .a big difference though, so maybe give it some time to see if it clicks with you.

[@davidharrison8948]

Gordon Laing Thanks Gordon I was never impressed with the xt3 it felt cheaply made and results were never outstanding either now that may of been down to me. I should never of left my Olympus system I only fid that because of the constant comments about mft coming to a end. 😔

[@davidharrison8948]

Tronam not sure as didn’t have the xt1. I know the xt3 is put together in China now. I’m sure you will love it. I’m currently in between cameras so will keep my eyes open over the next few months.

[@JediKang]

Very detailed professional video man... Thanks

[@cameralabs]

You're welcome!

[@gibcoprobe66]

Great video Gordon. Do you think that the ''issue'' with coverage above 23mm could be fixed with software update?

[@cameralabs]

Do you mean the lower magnification in the viewfinder? No, the earlier models physically switched optics in the viewfinder which are no longer present here.

[@eavesphoto]

Does anyone know if there is a format button shortcut for the Xpro3? With the Xpro2 (Press the Delete button and hold it down for three seconds. Then, while still pressing the Delete button, click in the rear command dial)?

[@jzayas5698]

Man I love the looks of this camera so much but I don't really know if it is the camera for me or if I should go for an XT4.

[@ashis6000]

This was so much informative. Thank you so much

[@cameralabs]

You're welcome!

[@tomscott4438]

Awesome review. I had an X-Pro-2, but sold it for a Canon R6. It's great, but it's not a lot of fun to shoot with. So, I've been longing for a return to Fuji. I loved the format and build quality of the X-Pro-2, but hated that fiddly shutter speed/ISO dial. But I overlooked the Pro-3 because most reviews focused on the polarizing LCD. Only recently did I learn that they had actually addressed my dial issues by allowing you (finally!!!) to set to "C" and adjust ISO with the front command dial. This camera would have been perfect for me, but the last three years I've been using something that is good, but brings me no joy. Arghhh... Now I'm on the hunt for a used or refurbished model, because Fuji no long makes this camera.

[@cameralabs]

I would expect an updated one in the next year

[@tomscott4438]

@@cameralabs Well, it is Fuji... so who knows. 🙂I suspect there will be a Pro-4, but sadly I feel the X-E line is dead. No rumors for either upcoming (although both are discontinued) but no way they kill off the Pro line... I hope.

[@Walkdthock]

Great review man! I would just like to ask about your xpro3. I recently got it and I noticed that sometimes, even if im in single frame mode, when I take a series of photos where I continuous click the shutter button(esp. the last click where my finger stays pressed on the shutter button), some of the clicks give me multiple photos instead of just one making it seem that I get random burst around 2-4 shots from one click. But sometimes it’s kinda random. Not sure if I got a faulty copy or the shutter is just too sensitive or if I missed something on the menu. I made sure I have same settings with my xt4 and this issue doesnt exist on my xt4. I’m really worried now cos I sold a bunch of my gear just to fund the dura black and your reviews made me go for it. Hope you can help me somehow. Thanks.

[@cameralabs]

Are you using the mechanical or electronic shutter? Does it happen in single modes? I've come across some shutter buttons that are very sensitive so it's easy to accidentally take a few photos rather than one, so it may be a case of getting used to it. But ultimately it's a question for Fujfilm or the place you bought it to see if it needs to be returned. Mine was a test sample that was returned after I made this review a couple of years ago, so i haven't used the X-Pro3 since then.

[@Walkdthock]

@@cameralabs thanks for the reply man. It seems like it’s kinda normal. If you are in single mode-still image and you take multiple photos by manually clicking the shutter in a fast manner while you thumb is already half pressed while doing the series of clicking, it may trigger the multiple shot bexause of sensitivity. Maybe I’m not used to it for now.

[@claudiohughes7824]

Thank you Gordon. Very nice review. One question: does the OVF have framing lines for the XF 27mm?

[@cameralabs]

You'd be best checking the manual from the Fujifilm website, but I'm pretty sure if has frames for the common primes between 23 and about 50 ish.

[@FotosyMas.]

I handled and shot the Pro 3 this past weekend. It’s a beautiful camera although the duratec finish looked disgusting with gunk and fingerprints. The bigger EVF is a welcome change and the camera feels snappy. I will get one in the used market 6 months from now.

[@cameralabs]

I have heard that about the Dura coatings - I've only spent a decent period with the non-Dura version.

[@MrPeelhere]

so you recommend on getting the 23mm instead of the 35mm?f1.4 or f2?

[@cameralabs]

For the X-Pro series, I'd get the 23mm f2 and the 35mm f2

[@NeXMaX]

Looks sweet but the X-T3 is more suitable for me as I prefer to use something more conventional. Nice to have options, though

[@cameralabs]

Sure thing, I love the X-T3 too

[@NeXMaX]

Could definitely see the appeal for the X-Pro3 though. Know a few dedicated street people who are genuinely interested

[@guitarmarty8888]

excellent review Gordon

[@cameralabs]

Thanks!

[@AlHR23]

Very thorough! Just what I was looking for :)

[@cameralabs]

You're welcome!

[@Yalelax]

Hello again Gordon: I forgot to ask you about possible lenses on the XPro3. The 16-55/2.8 does not have OIS, and likewise with most of the primes. Can you offer an opinion as to the "necessity" of OIS with the XPro? One would venture to say that all things being equal OIS would likely be desireable.

[@cameralabs]

It's a bit like asking how much sauce should you put on your chips. It's personal! Depends how much you shake. Depends how much yu like to compose with a steady view. Depends how much you want to handhold slow shutters. For me, anti-shake is very useful, but I still love shooting with Fujifilm's prime lenses for their speed and quality, so I make the sacrifice below 50mm. But above 50mm, i need IS.

[@Yalelax]

@@cameralabs Perfect....thanks.

[@othomsen1]

Will the evf always go to ovf when my eyes moves away from the camera? Or can I set it to go from evf to black and a turned on lcd. No ovf in between. Don’t won’t to much going on when moving my eye away from the evf.

[@cameralabs]

I think it stays on whichever mode you have it set to using the lever on the front.

[@othomsen1]

Gordon Laing Okay, thanks

[@leew6522]

Great review as usual, sorry if it’s been asked but what camera did you shoot this with ? Many thanks

[@cameralabs]

It's on the caption at the start!

[@JoergenKHKnudsen]

Thanks for a good review. How does the OVF function, when using zoom lenses ?

[@cameralabs]

The white frame grows and shrinks in steps, not perfectly smooth, but quite effective still.

[@chirag4]

Thanks a ton Gordon for the review i was looking for. Just Perfect, esp. 23mm comparison with XPro2 .... and one can switch to EVF from OVF if we want to use 35mm (50 equiv.) or longer for the XPro3, ... and that, if we are to use 23mm f/2 WR with XPro3, then folks can wait for X100V due for a release, otherwise the 23mm f/1.4 should be the obvious choice for XPro3, being 1 stop faster

[@cameralabs]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@asterox101]

Lovely review. You mentioned the X-T3 had the edge in movie mode, burst mode and AF? Can you elaborate on that, specifically AF?

[@cameralabs]

I think it may have more options, but tbh, I spent much more time on the experience than the specs for this one.

[@asterox101]

@@cameralabs And I appreciate that as that seems to dovetail with the intention of the camera. I was just curious whether there was an AF performance gap that one should be aware of: speed, accuracy, low-light hunting, etc.

[@bobhanuman65]

Is there talk of putting a mini version of the q menu on the rear screen?

[@cameralabs]

I think they might, but I wouldn't bet on it.

[@C-JOHANSSON]

Nice review! Keep up your good work!

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! I have some more Fujifilm lens reviews coming soon!

[@C-JOHANSSON]

@@cameralabs Nice, looking forward. I have a X100V but must order a X-PRO3 now as well. Thats your fault!

[@cameralabs]

@@C-JOHANSSON hah! I'm about to go on a trip with the X100V, I really like it.

[@C-JOHANSSON]

@@cameralabs Just came home from Tenerife with a full SD-card. Perfect travelcamera, but sometime you want to get closer than 23 mm. Thats the only issue.

[@cameralabs]

@@C-JOHANSSON definitely. I'm wondering how it will work for me as my only camera on a trip. I did one with the RX100 VII last year - and made a travel light video about the experience - and enjoyed the zoom range, but the camera itself doesn't connect with me as well as the X100V.

[@camhan1151]

Why did fuji cancel the zooming feature of the OVF?

[@PT-re2gi]

Wonderful review. The image quality and sound of your vlog were great but the stabilization made your movement look robotic. What camera are you filming on? Thank you

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! I used the DJI Osmo Pocket for the vlog sequences.

[@photobobo]

Just curious why you use your left eye to look through the viewfinder. It just seems wrong to me.

[@cameralabs]

I've always been a left eye shooter.

[@krugmeup2162]

Nice video. Isn’t the build quality significantly higher than the xt3? Im after made in Japan not China.

[@MrChomiq]

Wood looks great with classic negative profile.

[@cameralabs]

Everything looks good in Classic Negative!

[@TheCraggym]

Great review,thank you.

[@acquired.archives]

Hi, I recently purchased a X PRO 3. I have never had a Fujifilm camera before and I’m looking for 1 amazing lens for street/city shots and something to perform well in low light environments. What would you recommend? Thanks

[@cameralabs]

If you only buy one lens for the X-Pro3 it should be the XF 23mm f2

[@acquired.archives]

Gordon Laing thank you

[@cameralabs]

@@acquired.archives you're welcome! If you're shopping online, please consider checking prices via my links here or at cameralabs.com thanks!

[@JanDzialak]

Is the OSMO footage recorded and exported at 1080P?

[@cameralabs]

I filmed the Osmo here in 4k

[@DarkstarDarth]

My 2 cents, Ricoh GR Ill for street photography and Fuji X-T3 for everything else. The limiting of both info.and functionality on the back of the Pro kills it for me. We pay more to get more not less. Nice vlog Sir.

[@cameralabs]

Thanks! The Ricoh is nice too...

[@andreaperuzzi5182]

Ohh, in my Hometown!! I own xpro1 e 2... Looking for 3. Thanks

[@larrynguyen85]

10:16 "traditional mirrorless cameras" Amazing that digital photography has come so far that there is now a sense of heritage and tradition. What a time to be a photographer!

[@larrynguyen85]

Question!: If I like using the OVF, do you feel the X-Pro2 is better than the X-Pro3? Thank you!

[@xmlthegreat]

Hold up, at 0:38 why does that sign say U-Boat? *Das Boot intensifies*

[@cameralabs]

Yeah, i wondered that...

[@richardgerst]

The well known watch maker- yes? www.uboatwatch.com/

[@Thomas_Geist]

I just got an X-Pro3. I've had a couple X100's and a Pro2. I may be one of the ten people that actually use the OVF so my request is statically HUGE. On all the other hybrid viewfinders I've used from Fuji, in the OVF mode the parallax frame lines move to compensate when the shutter is 1/2 pressed and return to the neutral infinity position as soon as the shutter button is released. On the Pro3 I have, The parallax correction moves the framing box but DOES NOT RETURN TO THE NEUTRAL POSITION. This is VERY annoying when recomposing the next image at infinity after many years of muscle memory stored with the other Fuji Hybrids. If one close focuses and the frame moves to the lower right it remains there even when the camera is turned off and on again. And besides, it just ain't right, Mate. I would very much appreciate a response from you since I call support and they were clueless. I writing to you since you have a popular channel and perhaps some influence with Fuji on ideas or complaints.

[@mwales2112]

I have been watching this camera for sometime and have watched all the reviews I can find. I have the X100F, X-Pro2 and X-T30, but something about the X-Pro3 is drawing me to it. Thanks for the review Gordon and have a cup of Joe on me....

[@cameralabs]

Cheers, always much appreciated!

[@shigsho]

By, With those cameras you don't need this. Just shut your screen off.

[@mwales2112]

@@shigsho I know, but it calls me late at night while I sleep...