Cheap Camera - KILLER Images! Why the Fujifilm XT10 is the best bargain in mirrorless cameras today!

[@bburchellphotos]

The X-T10 was my first Fuji camera. Picked it up about a year ago and loved it. I still have it, but I'm now using the X-T2 which is superb. I've actually decided to switch from Canon to Fuji because of them. Recently discovered Fuji X Weekly myself - having fun experimenting with those simulations.

[@unbroken1010]

Yeah I need to get on that too the xt10 was just not made with durability though

[@bburchellphotos]

@@unbroken1010 Indeed it is. The front control wheel on my X-T10 has stopped working in the counter-clockwise direction. I might get it repaired one day, for now, it's still a nice little back up camera. Use it mostly to scan film negatives with now! haha

[@zenography7923]

They're pretty cool, for sure!

[@samlllkks]

I started my photography journey with Fuji XT10 and following your advice I've dabbled in adapting vintage lens, which produced some fantastic results! The Fuji dials also prepared me well for proper film photography - now I'm addicted to my Zorki 4K and TLRs!

[@zenography7923]

Glad to hear you've embraced film too!

[@timothychengg]

Hi I was wondering some vintage lens you recommend? I am about to get a Fuji XT10 as my first camera :))

[@peternelson9259]

To be fair, all those fiddly menu controls you criticize, with their numerous minor adjustments, are precisely what enable the artist at FujiXWeekly to build his stunning custom film simulations.

[@ldbass62]

Great point! Never thought about it from that perspective.

[@perryvalton4245]

It’s about time you do! I really don’t know why so many people are complaining about Fuji menu system Olympus menu system isn’t exactly easygoing.

[@zenography7923]

It's true - and I don't think this camera is too complex as such - it's no more complex than any other mirrorless camera out there. My point was really that, if you're going to produce a camera that resembles a film camera, which this one clearly does, a better route might be the Leica one, that is, less complexity rather than more. Just a personal opinion!

[@shaggydog9789]

I love my X-T10. The size of it and the handling are just right, stick the XF 27 f2.8 on it and you've got a superb street photography camera, sharp as anything.

[@zenography7923]

It's a great little camera, for sure!

[@gavyn868]

do you know of any lenses that aren’t too expensive that are good i want to get this camera but am having trouble finding lenses

[@shaggydog9789]

@@gavyn868 The 27mm f2.8 pancake lens is a fantastic everyday walkabout lens. The XC 35mm f2 is brilliant as well and excellent value for money.

[@mrstandfast2212]

Using vintage glass on these Fuji cameras is, above all else, such incredibly great fun. I agree with everything you've said concerning this camera although mine is the next generation XT20 which is much the same where it matters. It can seem somewhat crazy to mount vintage glass on this camera when the kit lenses are utterly superb. Paradoxically that is their drawback, they are so good they can seem clinical. If you already have old lenses, you only need the cheap dumb adapters to open up an almost endless variety of options. I know you love rangefinder cameras, and the old Fuji XE-1 is styled very much like those cameras and handles in a similar fashion. They are also cheap(ish) and their only drawback is that the viewfinder isn't s good and there is some shutter lag, however I'm being picky in these criticisms. This is a great time for we photographers who've wandered off down this primrose path of dalliance, the only problem being the temptation to buy yet another lens to see what it's like.

[@zenography7923]

As someone once said, the only way to rid oneself of a temptation is to give in to it!

[@ipswich98]

Vintage lenses tend to give a more natural rendering than most ultra sharp lenses being made today. I was in Curry's before the lockdown and had a look at all the latest 4 & 8K smart tv's. The picture they produce are simply jaw dropping, unfortunately your eyes quickly gets tired of staring at such a bright and clear pictures, it's in my opinion too perfect and so unnatural. I much prefer good old vintage rendering and edit in light room if necessary. 😉

[@quentinnewark2745]

@@zenography7923 you should explore using a focal-reducer or speed-booster, an adapter with a glass element in it that means the lens shoots at its original focal length on a crop sensor, a 50mm will more or less be a 50mm - but a stop faster!!! Many videos on here explaining the physics.

[@Sidgeee]

just got mine this week and this thing is awesome!

[@zenography7923]

Enjoy!

[@4mooncheese]

Definitely a great little camera. I decided to purchase an X-T1 late last year, and must say it is easily one of the most satisfying camera purchases I have made in recent time.

[@zenography7923]

A fantastic little machine, no doubt about it!

[@timothylonderee5500]

Another wonderful video, Zenography, thank you. The X-T10 does everything I need it do, and it feels like my OM-1. The Fujinons are stellar and I use my vintage Nikkors adapted to it- I particularly enjoy the look of the PC 28mm 3.5, very sharp. I have to get a Zuiko adapter, too. Keep up the good work!

[@zenography7923]

Thanks for sharing!

[@christopherhuang2442]

What are your favorite nikkors to adapt on fuji?

[@robspedding9520]

Love using my X-T20 with Zuiko lenses. More expensive than the 10, but better black and white options thanks to Acros simulations!

[@zenography7923]

Don't tempt me - I only just bought my XT10!

[@NikosPer]

X-T20 has also Eterna look right?

[@denisforbrich7024]

@@NikosPer no

[@myerwerl]

@@NikosPer the jump from xt10 to xt20 is huge. If i didnt have my xt10, id save up a little bit more money for xt20.

[@blueridge8992]

I’ve seen this sentiment for slightly older Fujis quite a bit lately and I have to agree (although I hope it doesn’t get too popular and inflate used prices terribly). I have the latest Fujis, and X-T4 for work and an X-S10 for my personal creative photography, but I’ve kept my X-T20 for years because it took such beautiful photos and it did so effortlessly. Like you said, the JPEGs out of camera need zero editing and it’s such a nice feeling. I also was planning to keep my X-T30 forever but the X-S10 replaced it due to the IBIS (and I never managed to get a comfortable grip when holding the 30) so I took the opportunity and traded the 30 for an X-E3. You must try one if you haven’t already! With the flat top of the body it is truly pocketable and the controls are even more simplified than the X-T10 line. The X-E3 does have the latest sensor and it has a few more nice-to-haves buried in the menu than the X-T20 so I think I’ll be shelving the older camera for the most part. Still, I could easily pick up the 20 and shoot a full day of keepers on a whim, and without hours of post-editing needed. Honestly though, please spend some time with the X-E3 if you can. I think it’s Fuji’s best candidate for so many categories: best beginner camera, best budget camera, best pocketable camera, best camera for street photography, best grab-and-go camera, best secondary/backup camera, and ultimately, the best forever-camera. It cost me $330 open-box, still in new condition with only 1 shutter press on the clock, so it’s about double an X-T10 but I think the form factor and additional film simulations make it worth saving up for an extra month to purchase.

[@zenography7923]

Thanks for the tip - if I get the chance to try an xe-3, I will!

[@shaggydog9789]

After a few years of using my X-H1 which is much superior in terms of features I've gone back to using my X-T10 as it just feels so fantastic to use. Personally I think the WB and metering is better on the X-T10 as well, I got so tired of the inconsistent colours and WB I was getting from the X-H1.

[@tomallen6073]

I think that’s the draw to Fuji, the seemingly simplified controls, back to basics of photography. The problem is you have to some clicks under your belt to appreciate it.

[@zenography7923]

Practice makes perfect I guess!

[@chrissoclone]

Ha, I've been waiting for this since I spotted it on the table in your last videos! My personal favourite is still the X-E line, with the X-E1 being even cheaper, but that's a matter of taste and I prefer the rangefinder style, functionally there's no difference. My best investion in the Fuji system was a Speed Booster though, not the incredibly expensive Metabones but the much more reasonable Zhongyi Lens Turbo II, that totally cured my full frame FOMO. I highly recommend the Canon EF to Fuji adapter, not to adapt EF/EOS lenses which I don't own, but because you can then put various other small and dirt cheap adapter rings on it, everything that is adaptable to Canon DSLRs, which includes M42 and Pentax K, and I think even Olympus. That covers almost all of my needs, and I'm very satisfied with the quality of the Lens Turbo, although I don't shoot landscape and architecture and don't care that much about corner sharpness and all that. Since I bought it I never used my other adapters again. As for simplifying, I'm with you but I'm afraid we're a minority, see the outcry over the X-Pro 3's attempt to go into that direction by hiding the back screen... I think Fuji's compromise is the Q button and we'll have to live with it until we can afford a Leica. Last note in a too long comment - new users often miss the fact that the film simulations are not for JPEG shooters only, you can apply them as profiles to your RAWs too in compatible software like Lightroom, C1 and Fuji's own Silkypix variant.

[@stephanpaier9887]

I also like the x-e1 very much, I only miss the classic chrome😢 And AF is a little bit slower.

[@zenography7923]

I wondered if anyone would spot the little fuji last week - and you did! Well spotted!

[@henrysiegertsz8204]

Another lovely mellow laid back video Nigel. Packed with your customary grounded, practical, real world character. I bought one of these a little over 8 months ago. It was working when I bought it, but sadly not any more! I need to get round to troubleshooting what I think is an internal power fault. In the meanwhile I'll just have to make do with my X-E3. Thanks again for your fantastic content!

[@PaulTakesPhotos]

I bought a xt-20 used camera and love it. So much photography power for so little money :)

[@zenography7923]

Good choice!

[@gustavorivera27]

Fuji, in the level of of the charmig that olympus has! Happy 2021!

[@zenography7923]

Many thanks Gustavo, and to you!

[@taterandy3958]

Yes, 🥰 that is my camera I bought used from eBay for 150€ this past Christmas!!! I bought this exactly for the same thing you doing this video about !!! Fuji X Weekly has the best film simulation and has ideas to create your film simulation!!! Haven't tried it with my vintage lenses but it's still a lovely camera and the photos are beautiful!!! X-T 10 is not perfect, but that is what I like about the system. I can learn how to operate the menus and learn what the camera can do and how to make better use of camera technology. I also own the Fujifilm X-E1, X-E2, X10, and Fujica ST 701 SLR camera. Utilizing also vintage lenses, and some modern ones. I m loving my photography adventure with Fujifilm not simply for the film simulations but for drawing me back to photography. A deep appreciation for this channel!

[@zenography7923]

Many thanks Tate, glad you're still enjoying the channel. These little Fujis are really something, aren't they?

[@PaisOnAir]

I love my X-T20 and I use it with vintage lenses (Tokina, Olympus, Pentax, Minolta, Rolleinar ecc).

[@mrstandfast2212]

Yep, exactly the same for me.

[@lloydbligh5601]

What adapter do you use for the Olympus lenses? Thanks.

[@PaisOnAir]

@@lloydbligh5601 K&F Concept adapter 👍

[@lloydbligh5601]

Thank you for getting back to me you have your self a wonderful day.

[@ForTheViolence]

I agree. XT10 is incredible for the price.

[@zenography7923]

It really is!

[@chrisnovakowski9827]

I just bought an X-T10 as a backup for my X-E3, as well as a tool for teaching my son more about photography. My first thoughts are: 1) this camera is very small. I'm ordering a thumb rest & L-bracket for better grip. 2) the tilting screen is brilliant. 3) I now realize how much I enjoy the left-hand-side viewfinder of the X-E cameras. 4) this camera is a great deal, at half the price of a X-E2! Aside from this, I'm anxious to see how the X-TRANS II sensor compares to the X-TRANS III sensor.

[@johntravena119]

That shot of the wisteria with the swirling bokeh is gorgeous.

[@zenography7923]

Thanks, glad you liked it!

[@tadeusz1]

xt-10 plus a little pancake lens, perfect for street or discreet shots. still use mine

[@anthonygainsford1893]

As always spot on the money! I looked at this camera for exactly the “Feeling” that this cameras programs can create. For those of us that were film shooters, you will probably remember using a film type that suited the intended subject matter. For me ie Fujifilm for nature, it rendered in particular greens, in my opinion like no other. The beautiful Fuji lenses complimented that profile too. The extremely clever Fuji programming allows that simulation, as well as a “Hats off” to other film makers emulsions. Re the cameras feel, and handling? Fuji has built a huge membership of avid users. Why, they just feel right and are well built.

[@ipswich98]

Nice and interesting video as always. I use to own the X-T10 and I really enjoyed using it. I support your comment for a well know camera brand to manufacture a camera with less complicated settings, sort of back to basics shooter like your Nikon FE . The problem with this concept today, will always be the price. Manufacturers tend to charge much more money for niche products. I feel such a camera would be ranked as exclusive and to some degree, it would seem less appealing to a lot of people who likes getting value for their hard earned cash. I might be wrong, but we won't find out until such a camera is introduced. 😉

[@zenography7923]

I think you're right, much of it's a marketing thing...

[@russellstall169]

Hey bud I’m buying either an x-t1 or x-t10 today. If I go x-t10 do you think I’ll regret choosing it over the x-t1? Both are similarly priced!

[@curtisn578]

I have a slightly newer version (the XT20) and an XT1 (which is older and can be found at reasonable prices used). I've found the film simulations and the inherent nature of the xtrans sensor coupled with a vintage lens gives the closest approximation of shooting with film. About the only thing that can rival the "grain" structure of the images are photos taken with a older ccd sensor (albeit without the film simulations found on the Fuji). You've put together a great video examining one of the features that make Fuji cameras unique in modern day photography. Add to that the plentiful and inexpensive lens adapters made for the Fuji that allows it to mount just about any lens (both modern and vintage), and truly you have a splendid "time machine"!

[@zenography7923]

I couldn't agree more!

[@tonyjedioftheforest1364]

Another excellent video Nigel thank you. I have said before that I recently bought the Fuji XE1 to use my vintage lenses after reading the comments on another of your videos. I have not tried it yet as I am stuck indoors with long Covid but it is absolutely tiny in comparison to my Canons so should be great for street photography. I will partner it with one of my favourite vintage lenses the Zuiko 21mm or Zuiko 35mm with the Zuiko 90mm F2. What you said about a digital OM1 or OM2 would definitely be a dream camera for me, I love Olympus but went over to Canon due to the EOS system which I would not change but the simplicity of the OM’s made photography very enjoyable. Can’t wait to get better to get back out again. Your channel keeps me sane during lockdown and once I’m back at work I will become a Patreon.

[@treharris1677]

Very helpful review! Just bought a used from England shipping to Pacific Northwest of the USA. Looking forward to shooting vintage on it.

[@adam_mawz_maas]

The only disagreement I'd have is that the X-T1 is rarely more than marginally more expensive than the X-T10 and brings a better control layout and better viewfinder.

[@podhoncisty]

Beautiful camera, but cheap only for people living in western Europe or north America, for us who live in eastern Europe it's expensive. I earn aproxymately 19£/day so you can calculate how "cheap" this camera is for someone like me who live in beautiful but poor country caled Serbia 😉

[@michaelwells7608]

My first camera was a second- hand ZEnit, the shutter broke. I have always bought second-hand .Photography is an expensive interest and I cannot justify spending huge amounts of money on equipment. The camera I have bought is less than 60 euros; I. hope it works! I have inherited an interest in Eastern Europe from my father. One day maybe I could visit. There is poverty in my country, we are not all rich.People starve here. !

[@michaelwells7608]

I can only afford second-hand. The camera I have bought is less than 60 euros; I hope it works! There is poverty in my country. I have an interest in Eastern Europe,maybe one day I could visit.

[@okay1904]

In 2020 I became more interested in photography, inspired by the available time and the possible need to improve my communication using photos or videos directed by me. I found that especially as photography is not my profession, and cannot justify my investment in a new digital camera, for 99% of non professional use, as long as one does not need a 4K video capable camera, and ones photographic needs do not exceed about 10 Megapixels, as long as we look carefully and buy from a source that accepts refunds/return of the equipment if we find it faulty, buying secondhand/used is the most effective way to invest in good highly capable camera gear. Furthermore while modern lenses for digital are better, giving you features sucg as autofocus, which is valuable if you want to take lots of images of people, you can also save some money or rather a lot of money by buying vintage - manual focus lenses, if you search carefully. I live in a European country and spent about $300 for a used Sony APSC camera, and 4 vintage lenses. Truth be told for about $200 if I had been patient, I would have had one good Sony APSC camera and two very good vintage 50 mm lenses, and that would have been such an inexpensive start. My camera is a Sony NEX-F3, and I bought 4 lenses 3 primes - A Canon FD 50mm f/1.4, A Pentax 50mm f/1.7, an Auto Chinon 50mm f/1.9 and a Zoom - Miranda 70 - 200mm f/4 - all vintage lenses. I had to buy two adapters for the Canon FD and one for the Pentax K mount, to convert these formats to the Sony E-mount format - I bought brand new adapters from K&F, which I now highly recommend. In truth all I needed was one good used camera - the Sony NEX-F3, an adapter like the K&H Pentax K to Sony E-mount, and I could start with only one lens the Pentax-M 50 mm f/1.7, one 32 GB SD card for storing images, and an extra battery which I bought for about $20, all for a total cost of about $220. My point is - if you research wisely, you can get a really good digital camera for relatively little money. You need a good amount of knowledge to achieve this in a risk free manner, and I would hope that the publisher of this video would also highlight inexpensive used digital cameras that are in my humble opinion, the best complement for use vintage lenses. Its a bit silly to but a cheap vintage lens, and then pair it with an expensive new digital camera. I would suggest you take a good look at the Sony APSC mirrorless cameras which were released between 2009 and 2013 - like the Sony NEX cameras, or the Canon mirrorless EOS-M, or Canon DSLR like the Canon 40D or Canon 50D, or Canon 550D, which are all pretty decent cameras, even if they are several years old.

[@thickrebel6493]

@@okay1904 i agree with your thoughts. My first camera was a canon 40D for 29 gbp. It was beaten up by the look, sensor was clean, that is what matters. It is still works flawlessly. I was using it with cheap vintage glass. Made me think i was about to do something magical. I didn`t, but that wasn`t the cameras fault:)

[@jebemligashta]

Kako Vas nije sramota, zar ne znate da živite u ekonomskom tigru??? 😉

[@Blue_Newt_01]

Thank you for the tip on the film simulations website! Just picked up an X-T1, which has the same sensor as the X-10, for a hiking/walkabout camera to use with vintage lenses. I have a kit of Nikon F and Z but have lately been experimenting with going back to film photography. Been studying painting in retirement and have recently taken up the egg tempera medium. And for some reason, I’ve been drawn to the film look for inspiration and ref photos ever since. Not sure if I want to go all out with setting up a darkroom so am going to experiment with the Fuji X and vintage lenses to see where that leads too. Been binge watching your videos... a lot of good stuff! Love your photography and your meditative style of deliverance. Thanks again.

[@christianmayrhofer4178]

Newer Fuji cameras like the X-E3 also have the monochrome Acros film-simulation which is very nice. I think you might like it. My personal favourite of monochrome simulations is Lumix L.Monochrome which you find in newer Lumix cameras like the GX80. Also beautiful is Olympus monochrome when you set the gradation to -6/+6 and Sigma cameras with the unique foveon sensor. But especially the colour reproduction of Sigma's foveon sensors is beautiful.

[@zenography7923]

Indeed, not all black and white simulations are created equal!

[@StylusDrop]

Hi, great video. You are wrong about one thing though. The minimum focus distance is the same whether a lens is mounted on a "full frame" or APS-C sensor. The smaller sensor will, however, give a tighter crop at that minimum focus distance.

[@zenography7923]

You're right - hence my use of the word 'effective'!

[@PhiggysDOTcom]

This was my second FUJIFILM X camera body purchase I love the colours and images this little beauty produces small and lightweight especially when paired with a pair of XC lightweight zooms all packed in a small top loader bag. That 16mp sensor is wonderful and the added pop up flash just finishes of a all round small portable camera. It’s a joy to use with old manual focus lenses and focus peaking especially my ZEISS Pancolor 50mm f1:1.8 a camera I will keep to its or mine dying day love it. Thank you for another excellent revue 😊👍🏼

[@zenography7923]

Many thanks, glad you enjoyed it! The pancolar does indeed make great images on this camera - enjoy!

[@papa.alfredo]

Hello, as you explain these videos is fantastic, your narration style is unique! Is the XT better than the XT 20? Or other updates of this type of camera? And antoher question is, you said that for using the cinema modes you are using an analog lens, is it possible to use those cine modes with its own Fujifilm lenses or not_ I am a bit confused,! Please, let me know, many greetings from Germany! Alfredo

[@Magnetron692]

Hi Nigel, thanks for the presentation of this camera! Fujifilm is one of my favorites and if I were to choose DX or APS-C, Fujifilm would be the first choice. I have one mirrorless system camera at the moment, that is the Nikon Z6. Backlit, image stabilized sensor and 16 mm focal flange distance, large diameter of the mount and a variety of adapters in order to use vintage lenses, which includes a smart adapter by Fringer. On that I can attach Canon EF lenses and it works very well. Maybe in the future, there‘ll be a second body, a Fujifilm for travel, extreme macro photography and super telephoto photography. Best wishes, Magnetron

[@zenography7923]

I'll still shoot mostly full frame myself, but this little Fuji is just delightful!

[@nigelcassidy9880]

I have an xt-3 having tried Nikon and Canon dslrs over the years. The fuji really brought me back to the joy of photography and thinking about the image more artistically but I agree with Tom Allen - it is only that if you have an understanding of dlrs and have set up your menus first. I do love the ease of iso/exp comp dials being easily reached without the eye leaving the viewfinder (which I favour over the screen). Wandered round the garden today trying my 'new' Zuiko 200 f4 - very happy! Another thing, the video output (standard simulation) is very attractive and High quality as well.

[@zenography7923]

I've heard the later X cameras have much nicer video than the early ones - I've used mine exclusively for stills so far though...!

[@devolution1310]

I have agree with you on camera complexity. I do not need video functions nor do I ever use the majority of settings in the cam. I shoot a Fuji X-H1 but bought it for image stabilization with my vintage lenses. Give me a basic digital camera with IS and I would be very happy.

[@paulthomas8986]

Lovely review and look into Fuji. They have been my favorite cameras to use for the past several years. Classic chrome certainly has a unique and beautiful look. That and Astia are my favorite. May I suggest trying capture one express and adding one of their grain simulations. It really does mimic film really well. Think you would really enjoy it 👌

[@zenography7923]

Thanks, I'll give it a go!

[@sclogse1]

If you use a T-2, for instance, then go back to one of these older models like the X-M1, it takes a bit of time to figure out what settings work when putting a vintage lens on them. The rear magnificstion dial doesn't work when you try to focus until you find the right setting in the menu. And of course, you must have the camera set to "shoot without lens" to use non Fuji non electronic lenses. I'll come back with that setting name to use the mag dial in a day...

[@seamanjive]

I've done everything I can on my Olympus OMD EM10 to make it mirror my OM10...even reverting to single stop shutter/aperture settings. I think your observations regarding simplification are well made...but we dont HAVE to use all the available options. The problem can be sifting thru endless settings, understanding what they do and selecting what you actually need! Great vid, thx

[@zenography7923]

It's true, we don't have to use the options in the menu, and they don't really cause any problem in themselves, but they make the camera feel over-complex - after all it's a camera that harks back to the classic slrs of the 60s and 70s, none of which were anywhere near this complex, and all of which could easily make images as nice as the X cameras make!

[@seamanjive]

@@zenography7923 Agreed, the range of options can be a bit, er, scary.... Having essentially dumbed-down the EM10 it goes without saying that I'm using vintage Zuiko lenses!

[@mwales2112]

Even though I own an X-Pro3 and X100V which are great camera's I picked up an X-T10 and paired it with a 27mm 2.8 lens and just love the size and image quality.

[@zenography7923]

That sounds like a very nice combo!

[@florianeiser6084]

only found this video now but in 2020 I bought a used X-T10 with the 18-55mm lens. I wasn't interested in the camera at all but the price would have been great for the lens alone. My initial plan was to sell the body or just throw it away as I had a brand new X-T100 at that time. Anyway I took it for a test drive and immediately fell in love, selling off my X-T100 in the end. At the moment I am struggling with the decision of buying an X-T5 - partly to treat myself and partly because the AF is slow/tricky for a lot of photos I'd like to take

[@MrKoalalan]

Great Review ! I have an xt1 and use Takumars with an zhongyi lens turbo m42 and that enough for me ! Great combos and full frame look Incase of the lens turbo ... so the 50mm will be in the end ~ 54mm and instead of 1.8 you have 1.4 lens .... test it out

[@zenography7923]

I'm going to look at a speedbooster soon!

[@trevorsneath4665]

I think one of the interesting questions I'd like to ask most photographers is: How many of the dozens and dozens of options in the menus do you use> They jammed them all in from day one because they could, and they were used as selling points. I think a lot, and mainly amateurs, use the program modes. While more experienced use manual, and the to auto settings. They may set up some of the custom functions for brightness, sharpness and contrast for various scenes, but not a lot more. I don't use any of that personally, and all those settings are zeroed out. I tend to rely on the shutter speed, aperture, and exp compensation settings only. I'd rather make decisions at home in Lightroom. But, I guess for strictly jpeg shooters these things are handy. I am always curious about Fujifilm dig cameras,and if I could afford to, I'd get a small Fuji set up. Another interest video - cheers.

[@zenography7923]

Many thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@ryanbeer5262]

First, I love your channel. The x-e1 was my gateway into the fuji system & adapting vintage glass. I may have get one of these, that tilt screen would be handy for macro.

[@zenography7923]

If you need one, they're certainly affordable now! Glad you're enjoying the channel!

[@ftk-alt]

thanks for the video! i bought an XT10 out of curiosity, testing and i was happy with the results! i been doing alot of night potraits with their raw files and its as good as new models as well.

[@zenography7923]

It's a very nice little camera, for sure!

[@peterknight8948]

Really enjoyable review and brilliantly presented.

[@zenography7923]

Many thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaelharris3450]

Thank you for this review. One of the things that I like the most about shooting film as opposed to digital are my prime lenses which can be used at full frame. Most quality full frame cameras in digital format, are quite expensive, unless one purchases a used one and then often were surprised to buy some function not working. The colors seem excellent on that classic velvia that you just showed. I do like the style of this camera and the look. You could whip that out of your camera bag and people would think you were shooting in film. No?

[@zenography7923]

It's certainly possible - it does look very like a film camera!

[@myshuvids]

Interesting channel, learned a lot about old lenses and I like the images you capture, happy you discovered the XT10. The same thing happened to me when I picked one up.Wow the ideal walk around . Great image quality as it has the same gubbins as the XT1 plus a super quiet electronic shutter. Hours of fun 👍

[@zenography7923]

Hours of fun indeed! Glad you're enjoying the channel!

[@northstar1950]

Absolutely agree with everything you said regarding digital camera menus and the various gizmos that come with them. I think the camera manufacturers try to cram as many as possible because they know some people love it, I don't ! I suspect if the truth be known it probably costs very little to have these gizmos though including video recording. I bought a Fuji Xpro1, then seven years old, a couple of years back one reason was that it not only looks like a film camera and not a jelly but as you point out it can be used like one, in my case fully manually regarding shutter and aperture. The Fuji cameras produce excellent jpegs as you have shown and I think for a lot of people the film simulation options are one of the reasons they seem to be selling really well. I would love to see a digital camera without all the various and often complicated menus but I don't think it will ever happen in the mainstream market.

[@zenography7923]

It may well not - but I think there's definitely a market for one!

[@borderlands6606]

Modern cameras are computers with a lens on the front. Asking for a pared down digital camera is like asking for a laptop that only does word processing. There'll be a market for it, but it will be tiny. Modern camera output is based around Raw data, which is a blank digital canvas on which people endlessly tweak. Fuji's selling point is their out of camera jpegs, but most users still want to change the Raw data in post.

[@calvin3798]

Love the vintage designs from Fujifilm and Olympus, but went with XT20 due to preference over MFT

[@zenography7923]

A good choice!

[@CorvusNumber6]

Perhaps the complexity issue could be solved by just having a default 'minimalist' menu setting, and an 'expert' mode. That should keep everybody happy :) Great overview! Thanks!

[@zenography7923]

I think a minimal mode would be a good idea - something that reproduces the limitations of shooting a film SLR would be right for these cameras!

[@CorvusNumber6]

@@zenography7923 Absolutely. I think they're missing a trick there.

[@valentimgomes8312]

Hi ! I'm about to get a XT10. I'd like to ask you if you could compile a list of things I should check to make sure everything is in order. Actually, it could be an interesting future video, for the X series.

[@juliansmith1949]

Great review, likewise to all your videos. You've inspired me to hunt down a vintage lens in Saigon and yesterday I managed to find one. The shots I'm getting out of the Nikkor 85mm F2 on my X-T30 are really special and I'm so pleased with them. The shopkeeper was kind enough to throw in one of his own AI-FX adapters but it is a little loose (lens to adapter, adapter-body seems nice and tight). Is this normal or should I try and grab another adapter? I saw K&F seem to make two adapters, nik(g)-fx and nik(f)-fx. I think both would work with this AI lens but is there any advantage or difference to them would you know? Many thanks again, I never thought of popping old lenses on this camera until stumbling across your channel, and thanks for any help and advice in advance.

[@zenography7923]

The Nikon 85mm f2 is a lovely lens, I've used it quite a bit myself. I'd find another adaptor when you can, a snug fit is needed at both ends. Nikon g adaptors are for lenses with no aperture ring, so not what you need. This page should be useful: fotodioxpro.com/pages/nikon-f-vs-g-adapters-which-one-do-i-need

[@juliansmith1949]

@@zenography7923 thank you, much appreciated.

[@camerarover7124]

Hi Nigel, an enjoyable video. I agree with the simplicity ethos. If a company embraced this idea it would undoubtedly make a killing. I wish I had the technical know how to build it. Until then, my weapon of choice is the X-pro 1 from 2012. The film renditions with the oldest X-trans sensor are organic and the aesthetics feel perfect for me anyhow. I have it set up in a minimal way. ISO at 400 replicating a film. Full manual with shutter speed and aperture then white balance and simulations set on each of the function buttons. As simple as that.

[@zenography7923]

That sounds like a nice set up!

[@regnartoja4378]

would you recommend xt-10 over xt-1? I am a Sony shooter but would like to try fuji for everyday family use, to not have to develop raw files in lightroom. Fuji jpg with film simulations is awesome.

[@zenography7923]

For everyday family use, the XT10 should be more than sufficient - it's a very capable camera!

[@stephanpaier9887]

For shooting MF- lenses I would suggest the X-T1, because the viewfinder is way larger and makes it easier to focus correctly...

[@k3i0]

i would recommend the xt1 over the xt10. it is more comfortable to shoot, feels more premium, more buttons, more dials, much better viewfinder. and if you are lucky not much more expensive

[@regnartoja4378]

@@k3i0 yeah i found xt-10 in great condition with same money that xt-1 but quite used.

[@regnartoja4378]

@@stephanpaier9887 i use MF lenses. Is. there any focus peaking in xt1 or xt-10?

[@orangorill]

I picked up an X-E1 a year and a half ago for similar reasons, and I love the image quality I get out of it. Only problem, and it's a major one with manual lenses, is that the focus peaking feature isn't very good. It's relatively faint, there are no colour options besides white, and the EVF isn't amazing to begin with. Fuji could easily have fixed this, but they never did. If I decide to stay with the system I might eventually pick up a used X-E3, or splurge on an X-E4. I really do enjoy using the Fuji controls.

[@zenography7923]

Yes, the peaking isn't as good as sony's version, but it's effective and it works!

[@malfunkt]

Focus peaking is excellent on the X-E3. Really like my X, and likely won't update for quite some time.

[@orangorill]

It's very good on even my old MFT cameras, such as the GM1. I guess Fuji just needed a couple of attempts to get it right, and it's a shame they didn't update their older models with the improved features. At least the film sims can be approximated manually.

[@hiresmusic]

X-Pro 1 is great camera. No video,bit laggy shutter but excellent film like images,especially with native Fujinon optics.Great high ISO perfomance too.

[@zenography7923]

I've heard they're really nice!

[@borderlands6606]

I agree the X-Pro has stellar output. It lacks an adjustable viewfinder dioptre, which I find a problem, and the EVF is low resolution which doesn't help with the equally poor focus peaking for vintage lenses. Native Fuji glass is expensive, with few exceptions.

[@ipswich98]

@@borderlands6606 If you can't find any Fuji dioptre, you can get the screw on dioptres made by Nikon for their FM & FE film slr series. They fit the X-Pro1 and are perfect for it. I use -3 for my X-Pro1.

[@borderlands6606]

@@ipswich98 Yes, I have a Nikon screw in type but they are very difficult to find except +1 dioptre.

[@michaelwells7608]

After a long time without a film camera have taken to digital. A simple mirrorless still camera ; less to go wrong that accepts old lenses. Need a range of adapters.

[@kommissarjupiter7667]

You can somewhat reduce the amount of adapters needed. For example: If you have m42 and FD Lenses why not get a M42 to FD adapter (canon even made those)

[@cortezzz2007]

I thought of buying an x-t3 this year, had it ordered already but then gave it back Love how this line.small is

[@zenography7923]

They're some of the nicest mirrorless cameras available right now!

[@bassgojoe]

9:40 I don't understand why the minimum focus distance would be affected by sensor size. Nothing optically is changing with the smaller sensor, it's just a literal crop in of the larger image that a theoretical larger sensor would capture. Put another way, it'd be like if you had a weird film stock where only the central area was usable.

[@zenography7923]

Minimum focus distance of the lens does not change of course, but because of the crop sensor, which looks through a more central portion of the lens, its effective minimum focus distance (note the word effective) does change. Lenses effectively focus more closely as sensor size decreases.

[@villageblunder4787]

Tosh! Just because something looks bigger does not mean you are closer. Please see video by patron Edward.

[@villageblunder4787]

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[@StylusDrop]

The minimum focus distance does not change depending on sensor size. The crop at any given distance does change of course with the smaller sensor giving a tighter crop.

[@peternelson9259]

I didn't hear it mentioned, so for the sake of anyone who doesn't know, the Fuji's have a fantastic zoom feature for focusing. In my experience (Fuji X-E1 and X-E2) when using focus zoom there's no need for focus peaking, and in fact it just gets in the way. Set the control on the front to [M] for Manual focus mode, as usual. Then press the dial/wheel while looking through the viewfinder. This puts it into zoom mode. Turning the dial/wheel changes the zoom level. When fully zoomed in I just focus what's on the screen, and I actually achieve better focus than when relying on the peaking feature.

[@zenography7923]

I ought to have mentioned the focus mag feature - thanks for reminding me!

[@danielandujar5479]

Thank's for the Advice on the X-E2. I got the E2s . + the X-A1 this was my first Then the XT10. I got the OM-D E- M10ll Olympus Just having fun here in San Juan Puerto Rico📷🌴

[@tonyjedioftheforest1364]

Thank you for your advice as I recently bought the XE1 to use my vintage lenses and to be discreet with street photography. My full frame Canons draw attention which can be sometimes uncomfortable.

[@Blue_Newt_01]

The X-T1 also has a focus assist button which not only magnifies and has peaking but also has a digital split image patch too!

[@WolfQuantum]

For personal work, I shot a lot o Velvia 50. On the occasional assignment for American Profile (now defunct) Provia 100 was my standard. I can see somewhere along the way a FujiFilm camera, be it XT10 or one of the X100 rangefinders, will find its way into the pack.

[@zenography7923]

If you get one, I think you'll love it!

[@wadelapan5756]

I have the Zhongyi M42 to Fujifilm focal reducer ($159 shipped, from China), so can get uncropped, unmagnified photos. Based on good results with that one, I took a chance on a Pixco Minolta to Fujifilm reducer ($68 shipped, from China), to be able to use the large number of Minolta lenses I have. The latter product seems to be sold under more than one brand name; they all look the same to me. I haven't shot much with the Pixco, so can't give an opinion on it yet, except to say that my backyard shots look okay.

[@zenography7923]

I intend to look at a speedbooster soon...

[@unclefester6501]

Get the fuji 28mm pancake lens and it is pocketable. The 16mm 2.8 is a small wide angle that is fun. 20mm 2.3 nikkor and 35mm 3.5 takumar work well. 58mm 1.4 silver Topcon looks awesome on it and takes great photos.

[@zenography7923]

I've only tried a few vintage lenses on it so far - must try more!

[@smyrnianlink]

I think the two digital curses that keep the film photography still alive are 1- Menus 2-Batteries I would love a camera without a screen at all. Just a viewfinder and a big sensor.

[@zenography7923]

Menus and batteries can be a pain, but even so, digital photography is still a lot less fussy and bothersome than film! I think film photography survives because it offers a very different look to digital, and because the process has an element of magic! A latent image somehow caught and held by silver halides, that appears out of nowhere with the help of chemicals - almost the definition of magic!

[@smyrnianlink]

@@zenography7923 Yes fussy, but not during the shooting.. and you can pay someone else to bear that fuss. You give them the film and they give you the photographs in an envelope :) Isnt that luxurious? In fact today the question is not film versus sensor. It is the much deadlier conflict between Screen versus Paper.. even a 4K monitor is just 8 megapixels . Most just show 2.. And with stupid colors and contrast of stupid backlit LCD technology. Why do people really bother expensive cameras for puting all the photos onto the web? Is film photography dead? Maybe the correct question is "Is digital photography born?" because we can not actually see the products yet.. More important than the film : Please bring the photo albums back.

[@barclayjb]

The X-T30, X-E3 and others now have an Auto switch on the top where you can switch to Auto and not worry about all the options. Now you have the point and shoot you are asking for.

[@zenography7923]

Well, I don't think I asked for a point and shoot, rather, a digital mirrorless with less menus, more in keeping with the spirit of a classic film slr.

[@gpop62]

Hi if you like the Fuji film simulations try capture one express free version , plenty of videos showing how all Fuji simulations can be used on any Fuji digital camera during processing.

[@zenography7923]

Thanks for the suggestion, I'll give it a go!

[@Cotictimmy]

The FE was my favourite. You only had to pick it up to know it was made to work as simply as possible and outlast the competition.

[@zenography7923]

I love the Nikon FE!

[@davewebster6945]

Stick a nice 28mm on that and youve got field of view of a 42mm lens which is almost the same view as 50mm so you nearly have your full frame equivalent there 👍🏽. I have the XT1 and XT2 and think they are marvellous, I bought the XT1 because it was so much like a 35mm slr in its layout and easy and cheaply adaptable for using my existing nikon slr manual focus lenses. The best thing ever about these is the what you see through the viewfinder is what you actualy get when you set the appropriate setting in the menu 🤗👍🏽.

[@zenography7923]

These are great little machines, for sure!

[@davefk]

The X-T10 is amazing, mine cost over £800 in 2015. It has a full auto switch for those who hate several pages of menus. Going to save for the forthcoming X-T5.

[@HoggetBlanker]

I had heard that the X-T1 is still a fantastic camera to have but have always dismissed the X-T10 because the double-digit X-T's tend to be cut down versions of the single digit series, but after watching your video and comparing the specs it seems the smaller brother actually has a bit more functionality, unless firmware I'm unaware of upgraded the X-T1 to match or exceed it. Nevertheless, the X-T10 isn't as constrained as I thought and will be on my radar now.

[@zenography7923]

As I understand it the XT1 does have a few more functions, the best of which is a separate field for focus magnification in the viewfinder, as well as the main image. Most other things are in the xt10 though...

[@spost26]

I’ve always wanted the X-T1 …. There seem to be more copies of the X-T10 available used…. Not sure whether to jump in to the T10 or wait for a T1…. Ergonomics matter a lot me, weather dealing somewhat…. Would mostly use adapted manual focus SLR lenses

[@vainius37]

I love your videos and approach to vintage glass. Now i can see thouse beautiful lenses tested on my own camera! Thats a great news for me. I switched my canon dslr into fuji xt10 and it was my best decision. Love it with 44-2. I recently got couple of canon FD lenses on it. I like the colors of FD 50/1.4 on it 🙂

[@zenography7923]

It's a great little camera - glad to hear you're enjoying yours!

[@dustinmartin2358]

That looks like a very fine little camera. I’m definitely keen to pick one up. Thanks for the great review.

[@zenography7923]

Many thanks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@alan-sk7ky]

Velvia? Provia? Velvia? Provia? Ekta? Koda? Ekta? Koda? I cant just make mine mind up! ;-)

[@davewebster6945]

Ignore all that confusing colour type stuff and just go with the black and white setting 🤗👍🏽.

[@zenography7923]

I think you've got the beginnings of a song there Al - now where's my uke?

[@alanmoulsdale6172]

I've been thinking about this for a long time. Why do I need to spend money on a dslr that shoots video? I have no need for video. I'd like to see a dedicated dslr stills camera. I enjoy your videos. Thanks for posting.

[@lichtloper]

" I have no need for video." Nor do I, Alan. I think it's an art in itself to (learn to) feel the 'decisive moment' coming and, click, get that passing blink IN JUST ONE IMAGE.

[@zenography7923]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@michaelwells7608]

Panasonic G1 has no video . Ive ordered a G1 ,I’m hoping it accepts a Zuiko digital lens. Need to know about adapters and extension tubes.I have an exacta camera, meritar, Zenit, and Zuiko lenses. Is there a daylight developing tank that accepts roll film. I’m not sure that a computer and then a printer can maintain image quality. The point of photography is to freeze time enhanced but not altered by photoshop.. We are living in a oversaturated image illusion.

[@mattiafalappi5516]

@@zenography7923 i think the only two brand that can do a film like body and experience slrs are pentax and nikon, their mount are the more compatible since the film days, a minimalist slr without screen like the md leica, only big and bright ovf with direct controls and no video.

[@T3hJones]

Original Canon 5D.

[@villageblunder4787]

Are you sure the minimum focus distance changes? Not convinced myself.

[@zenography7923]

It doesn't change at all in itself, but it changes effectively. The lens, of course, doesn't change, but the way it behaves on a crop sensor is different to how it behaves on full frame!

[@fotofigures]

Does the XT10 have multi-exposure function? Excellent video.

[@zenography7923]

Yes, it does!

[@estevao69]

I have a XE-2, that is very similar to this camera. And I love it!

[@zenography7923]

The XE2 is a great little camera - enjoy!

[@StylusDrop]

I'm not sure if you mentioned this, but the in-camera film simulations are only applicable to JPEG images, i.e. they have no effect on raw images.

[@zenography7923]

I should have mentioned it - thanks for reminding me!

[@BastianSchick]

Yes, but you can develop fuji raw with silkypix and fuxi x raw software with those film simulations.

[@cortezzz2007]

Yo. I have the x-t20. You do not need that level if complexity (telling about the settings). Dont use it, if you dont want to. But later on, while using the camera, you can be happy to be able to tweak the settings there and there. Btw, you can customize the buttons and their function to your liking.

[@zenography7923]

Absolutely true, it can be shot very simply!

[@debutguitar5302]

That's why I bought my xt20 love the look and I enjoy taking pictures with it. I bought a canon m50 first and I don't use it as much.

[@zenography7923]

The XT cameras are lovely, no doubt about it!

[@josegulias]

Had it during the first months of the isolation at the beginning of the pandemic and sold it the last summer... now I'm missing it and thinking about picking one XE.

[@funnymarco1]

I have a Fujifilm XT2 and Nikon FM3A and love them both.

[@zenography7923]

Nice!

[@busqda]

I shoot the xt-1 and enjoy it very much, as I enjoy the Olympus OM-2n as well

[@dominicwroblewski5832]

If you are a fan of the chrome look, Pentax has had a reversal film setting for quite some time and I love it. What I figure it does is up the color saturation and retard the dynamic range. The setting is on my K50, K5 and K3. I'm still trying to replicate it on my Nikons but nothing close to the Pentax. I only buy used gear and I have a lot of it like film era glass.

[@zenography7923]

I didn't realise Pentax had played around with a filmy look - interesting!

[@richardbest3575]

Any chance you can do a review of the halina Paulette as I have one to get rid of and prices tend to go up after you review something lol

[@zenography7923]

Asking prices may go up, but those are often inflated. I've found the sold prices on ebay to be fairly stable actually...

[@LucaBono.Studio]

Lovely video! I always wanted to grab a fujifilm just for the film simulation! But I ended with a Sony a6300 for the smaller form factor...so now I've to keep processing my RAW files!

[@zenography7923]

The Sony's a great little camera though!

[@otc-analogvintagetechnology]

I like fuji appeal, the biggest problem is the crop factor. Every effect can be given to the image in post production, with infinite control possibilities. For me, the best digital alternative to 35mm is still the Sony A7 (which you have......?).

[@zenography7923]

I do indeed!

[@eagleeyephoto8715]

If you want simple digital go for Leica M-D 262,there is no menu and no screen.Or go to Fuji Mymenu and preset only few items.When you press Menu button you will end up in My menu.

[@GeorgeK356]

Welcome to the wonderful world of Fuji Mirrorless cameras, Nigel. I got hooked on the style, the film simulations, the looks, and the sheer quality of these jewel like machines. I love the rangefinder look, and I currently have the X-E1, the X-E2s, The X-E3 and, for movies (because the screen articulates), the X-A5. I have adapters for all my vintage lenses, but have also bought the Pergear 25mm f1.8 lens, manual, of course, but a beautifully sharp little lens, makes the rangefinder style camera a great street photography machine and is cheap at £75 brand new from the usual online sellers. I recommend this lens to anyone shooting Fuji, especially we vintage lens enthusiasts, on an APS-C camera it resolves to around 35mm and is that perfect focal length. The film simulations on these cameras, as you say, cannot be beaten and many Fuji X-Perts are now shooting JPEG only, moving away from RAW as the jpeg is the equal. The X-Trans sensors are unique in that they have no anti-aliasing filter over them, thus the edge rendition is crisp and clear, not artifacted like the Beyer sensors are. All in all I believe Fuji Mirrorless cameras are the equal of ANY digital camera out there at the moment. Great video, keep up the good work. George

[@zenography7923]

They're amazing! Just wish there was a full frame one though...

[@GeorgeK356]

@@zenography7923 Yes, that is a gap in their range, a full frame mirrorless, SLR style, would take over the wedding photography market. I have a friend, a pro wedding potog, who says that he would use my X-E3 as a main camera, except it doesn't LOOK like a pro tool. He says that Brides expect the photographer to turn up with massive cameras and lenses and would look at our little cameras as being "point and shoot", not realising the quality these cameras give.

[@CraigDavies.]

I would love a Digital camera in the OM 1 body. Shutter speed dial on the the front of the body. Flip up and down smartphone on the back. They could put all the extras in apps.

[@zenography7923]

How wonderful that would be!

[@k3i0]

i would recommend the xt1 over the xt10. better build - much better viewfinder - more buttons and dials - optional battery grip (really nice for heavy lenses). and if you are lucky you can find an xt1 for the same price one the used market. i even sold my xt20 when i got my xt1

[@zenography7923]

An xt1 is tempting, for sure!

[@shaggydog9789]

The beauty of the X-T10 is that it is compact and light, especially with a small lens (like the XF 27). I have an X-T10 as well as an X-T2 and X-H1 and the X-T10 is my favourite to shoot casually because of it's size and simplicity compared to the others which are much bulkier and heavier. Having a couple of less dials and selectors on the X-T10 forces you to keep it simple and just shoot which is actually quite liberating.

[@k3i0]

@@shaggydog9789 with vintage lenses and adapter you usually have a bigger and heavier setup - only m39 and leica m adapters are pretty small. so if i shoot vintage lenses i prefer the xt1. if i want a pocketable setup i pick my x-e2 with the 27mm.

[@shaggydog9789]

@@k3i0 That does make a lot of sense.

[@glennjohnson7828]

I've just discovered your channel sir and it's great. You have a new subscriber 👍

[@zenography7923]

Welcome aboard!

[@punkrachmaninoff]

Honestly, i think if you put your trusty Oly 35mm or 28mm on this pupper you would never take it off again... Mind you, the Pentax 28mm 2.8 is very svelte and the Konica 40/1.8 is perfection on the Fuji X-Trans cameras. The best B+W film simulation is probably the Acros; if you ask me the difference is negligible vs their Monochrome R. The best sensor they ever made might be the first generation X-Trans, but I prefer the focus peaking and more modern settings (such as the wireless image transfer) of the later generation bodies. That's ultimately why I upgraded from the X-E1 to X-E3 and X-T3, yet in the end I decided to keep the X-T3 with the 23mm f2 Fujicron for the colors, autofocus, and weatherproofing in lieu of their peerless rangefinder style bodies. Last week I also bought an A7R-3 for vintage glass, but I will miss the Fuji colors and I couldn't leave the ecosystem if I tried. Agree with your simplification suggestions-- however, I really don't futz about after I customize the menu for the first time. To your point, I feel like the next real "big hit" camera might be utterly simplistic aside from possibly a hybrid OVF, full frame, built to last, and only take stills... Nikon? Pentax? Anyone?

[@zenography7923]

I think there would be quite a market for such a camera, and I'm sure the big companies know that too. Will anybody bite? Time will tell...!

[@punkrachmaninoff]

@@zenography7923 🤞

[@philhodgkinson1460]

Not Connected to your great video have now got a f4... 70-220 M42 zoom Photax Paragon including tripod clamp quite a beast!!!

[@marcelocampoamor4761]

Hello, I really like your videos, the complexity of a digital camera is relative, I believe, at least to what corresponds to the options in the menu. One can make it as complicated or simple as you want, it will not necessarily depend on the manufacturer. For example, you use manual lenses, since many of the AF options are not necessary, there are only the options that help to focus manually to configure and it is only necessary to do it once. Once the settings are made, the day to day becomes as simple or as complicated as one wants. The options to configure different parameters, isos, light measurements, image formats are because they are inherent to the digital format and if they were not there, people would complain that the manufacturer does not put them as an option to separate the sales categories through software. If you want you only need the M mode, a fixed iso and ... nothing else in any digital camera. cordially my opinion.

[@zenography7923]

You're right of course, it's not necessary to use many of the features and menus - this camera is made to somewhat resemble a film camera and it's very successful in that aim. I like this little camera very much and as I said in the video, this one is a keeper! However, and this is a general remark, I still think the approach of Leica is one that other companies making this kind of camera could usefully adopt - a tendency towards less menu items, rather than more!

[@umac76]

The Classic Chrome simulation is not meant to be a reproduction of a Fuji film stock. From Fuji's own site: "Unlike previous Film Simulation modes, Fujifilm’s newly developed CLASSIC CHROME is not designed to reproduce an existing film but instead aims to reproduce the ambience found in documentary-style photographs and magazines. The name ‘CLASSIC CHROME’ reflects a mode reminiscent of the images each individual carries in their mind and the physical prints of such images." It's pretty widely believed that it's supposed to simulate Kodak's Kodachrome film. Not sure that it does, but like you, I like it a lot.

[@zenography7923]

Indeed - whatever the intention behind it, it works really well!

[@woody5410]

Off topic, but admire your poetic photo vision and creativity, with the dash of minimalist techno-evangelism. Could one describe you as a micro-influencer, in the nicest possible way? ps. any thoughts on the Industar 69 lens for M43?

[@zenography7923]

What do you mean, 'micro'? 5 foot 9 isn't that small! Must admit I've never tried the Indy 69 but I would expect it to work very nicely on m43.