does the X100v deserve to be the most sought-after camera in the world?

[@MicroFourNerds]

What do you reckon? And what other "every day carry" cameras would you like to see in my Tiny Camera Series going forward?? Let me know 😁📷

[@daveinportland]

Over-hyped? Absolutely. Would I pick one up if I found a bargain (or if you want yours adopted by a good US home)? In a heartbeat. As a RX1Rm2 owner I love the concept of the one camera/one lens approach to a day or week.

[@DavidSondermann]

Panasonic GX1 or GX7

[@The_Hero_Is_Back]

Have you reviewed the GF6? Surprisingly happy with mine. Love the 12-32 and 14mm pancakes on it. Flippy screen helps. I work from home so don’t have an everyday carry camera, but using my D2X a bit more is my main focus at the moment. Not what you’d call pocketable though and pancake lenses just look silly on it.

[@MrJed_s]

Apologies if I missed it, but I think you need to get your hands on a GM5. You could do a 10-year anniversary review!

[@SD_UK]

When you mentioned the shoulder strap, I winced. Something so desirable, so prominently on display. Then I remembered you were in Japan, and likely nobody would be so unpleasant as to try to do anything anything threatening. Lumix LX100 - in a belt pouch - would be my shout. Though .. I sold mine. Whyyy ..

[@mrammm377]

fujifilm, and the x100 series deserve all the hype they get. They're the only major camera company to make people believe that shooting jpg is cool. Fuji is like the nintendo of camera companies, they're able to market themselves as an 'experience first over specs' camera brand

[@MicroFourNerds]

That's a brilliant description!

[@Raist3db]

Comparing Fuji to Nintendo is a very clever analogy!

[@clonmult]

There's a huge flaw in that description - price. Nintendo aren't hugely expensive - so I'd suggest that the Olympus PEN/PEN Lite are the closest to a true Nintendo in the imaging world.

[@mrammm377]

@@clonmult but fuji does have cheaper cameras like the x-t30 you can get. you don't have to get the more expensive ones. Plus the f 2.0 Fujicron lenses are priced better than similar MFT lenses from OM. Just like olympus / OM SYSTEMS have expensive flagship models of camera bodies and lenses. You don't need to buy olympus' $4000 super telephoto lens do you? Nintendo has more expensive models too like an OLED model.. which you could just get a switch lite if you want. Nintendo 1st party games are priced similarly as well to PS5 games (which focus on higher spec), and rarely go on sale. OM SYSTEMS doesn't nearly have the hype of experience products for new releases anymore too.

[@Raist3db]

@@clonmult You get what you pay for with the X100VI. As far as analogue experiences go, I think the description is quite spot on. Olympus has abandoned the Pen (OM Systems).

[@jcmt8178]

Olympus m4/3 budget bois rise up! Say no to overpriced gear! OM-D EM10 + 17mm F1.8 is enough!

[@MicroFourNerds]

Haha yeah, you could buy a whole bag of m43 for the price of this!

[@alifnor]

@@MicroFourNerdsDo you have any experience with the Olympus EP7?

[@hieppt]

Glad to hear this opion! On the other hand, it's sad for m4/3: we talk, love and recommand a 10 years Olympus camera, 'cause we dont find a such great Olympus since long time...

[@mitchellwnorowski6747]

My em10 iii with the ez lens image qua and flexibility !

[@gtam3habitat]

@@alifnorI’ve got the ep7 it’s amazing. Just need PDAF and a viewfinder and it’s the new pen f Ii.

[@earlfenwick]

I sold mine and kept my old X100T. It's just fine. I didn't want to beat up a 1300 euro camera in my messenger bag. Then I bought an XE4 with the 27mm. It's great and all but now I'm thinking about selling in and keeping my old X100T cause I don't want to beat up a 1300 euro camera in my bag....and then....

[@FelipeTorrents]

Sounds like a gx85 or gx9 with a 20mm f1.7 is a good match for what your looking for. Being close to 500$ instead of 1300$. I carry my gx85 everywhere even though I also own a fuji camera.

[@macjim]

I have owned many cameras in my lifetime, from back in the days of film cameras, to the modern day digital ones too. Ive owned expensive ones, such as the Leica M9 with a 35mm Leica lens, to what I have now… the X100V & and X-T5 but out of all the cameras I’ve owned (and that includes too many Fujifilm cameras and the odd few full framed cameras to name) the X100V has been; and still is, the best camera I have owned. I just love the size and ease of use, the leaf shutter, and it just looks the part too all the while producing superb image quality for me… I predominantly use EVF over the OVF. Yes, the autofocus can miss shots from time to time but you show me any camera that doesn’t miss a shot no matter how expensive it is. Is it worth the hype, it most certainly is! Absolutely…! It’s the first camera I will grab when going out to do street photography… and I have the X-T5 remember. I was going to trade in the cameras I have/had to buy the Leica Q3 but I just could not part with the X100V I love it so much… Yes, I might eventually get the Q3 but that would mean finally selling all of my camera gear, or I might trade the X100V in for the VI because the VI is the V with stilts on, its as near as perfection as it can get with IBIS and the X-T5’s sensor and autofocus but that wouldn’t change my mind on what is a superb camera: the X100V.

[@macjim]

I’m now looking at ordering the X100VI as the Q3 has gone up in price by a whopping £250! That now makes it £5,550. That made it just too much to stretch too so I’ll get the X100VI and be happy with it… it’s a great camera anyway. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@AllCarsUnited]

The weather sealing is amazing. All you need to do is install any filter on the lens, and there is no need for a fuji kit. The built-in flash allows for creating images at ridiculous slow shutter speeds while creating a true vintage look. The leaf shutter allows for crazy high shutter speeds and flash speeds, the built in ND is epic for so many different use cases. This and my s5ii are a blast for creating unique looks

[@bovrilla]

I'd say the GX9 would be the platonic ideal of the bestest everyday carry if it had a spot of weather sealing on there. It's a teensy bit heavy too

[@martingreenberg870]

I am endlessly wanting an upgraded GX9. PDAF. Audio jack. How did LUMIX forget to put one in the GX80(85)/9? Weather sealing would be nice but not mandatory. Loose the articulation of the EVF. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@markbaigent8373]

A feature of the x100 series that I love is using the small inbuilt flash as fill flash at all but the highest shutter speed,because of the leaf shutter. I used it for editorial portraits for a long time.

[@ammielleoncio7054]

As much as i like how versatile the X100 series, i'm now in love with my GX85 + 17mm f/1.8.

[@alfredovitenteiii3612]

I’ve wanted an X100 for years, and quickly preordered the X100V when it became available. It arrived a day before the first lockdown, which kind of took a bit of the excitement away from the unboxing. lt represents such an interesting time in history for me, so I’ll probably never sell it. I never would have predicted how popular it would become, and I’m glad I got mine when I did.

[@MicroFourNerds]

Yes and it'll hold value too, definitely keep hold of it ☺️

[@martingreenberg870]

@@MicroFourNerds Like a Leica? Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@fireinthechoir]

One of my biggest photography regrets was taking the X100S as my only camera on a two week trip out of the country. Never again. It's good as an EDC but I like more versatility when traveling

[@AguilaDeOnix85]

Don't think it's for me. With so many people arguing about sensor size or camera body size or whatever, none of that matters to me if I don't have full creative control. I can't go back after having an interchangeable lens system and wouldn't touch an X100V, Leica D-Lux 8, or GRIII at those prices when I can't go from street, to macro, to wildlife like I do frequently in the same spots lol

[@-grey]

Both the V and VI are going to be the perfect camera for some people, because they are phenomenal quality with a fantastic design philosophy. That said: you will need to be okay with AF from last decade, because Fujifilm is doing a bit of a Leica in that department. The V arrived right as Fujifilm AF was on the tail end of acceptable/reliable for many people, but the VI isn't significantly better 4 years later. You'll want it primarily for stabilisation and cropping.

[@lisamk20091]

Hi Emily, I would love for you to review the Leica D-Lux 8 when it becomes available. My every day carry is a LX100II and I adore this camera. I was hoping that Leica would make the D-Lux 8 a worthwhile upgrade, but It doesn't like very promising from what I am reading.

[@rosvw3517]

I have the D-Lux 7 and it’s the camera I always reach for. Leica really missed the boat when it got the chance to upgrade the DL7, but instead they kept most of the innards and changed the skin to resemble a Q3 and make profit on the accessories it’s pushing. A huge disappointment, but we had warning when they added the A to the already existing DL7 registration number. A huge disappointment for many of us expecting 2024 tech in 2024, but getting 2017 tech instead… in a new skin.

[@rumrill5020]

I’ve wanted an X-100V or VI for a while. But for me, an a6700 paired with one of the many excellent budget-friendly E-mount lenses is a nearly perfect setup. And Sony monochrome JPEGs look pretty good.

[@Raist3db]

I think both cameras are great. The AF A6700 AF is best in class. To me the main decider would be can you shoot with only 35mm equivalent.

[@GeorgeHolden]

Leaf shutter is my favourite thing about the X100 line! I would love another leaf shutter camera, film or digital!

[@MicroFourNerds]

Its so good! Fixed lens benefits!

[@simonbealing]

Like friends with benefits! Lol

[@MichaelGerrard]

I am proud owner of the X100V. The 35mm view is great. The 50 and 70mm crop modes work well when you need some more reach. There is something special about this camera. But, on my recent holiday, I took my GX9 and three lenses. That paid off when I went whale watching, I could swap out my Oly 17mm f1.8 for the Lumix 35-100 f4-5.6. Therefore the GX9 is more of a Swiss Army Knife. Speed-wise, the X100V lens makes noises, I think this gives an impression it is a bit slower but think it focuses pretty fast. I mostly use the joystick to move the focus point. On my GX9 I press on the screen. It feels faster on the GX9 for this reason. But I just have to go and pick up my X100V now. I don't know why 🙂😉

[@jacquesnel8384]

I love your channel because it speaks the truth. IMO if you want to get into Fuji just get an X-T1 or X-H1 I own both but I still use my Olympus EM1-MK2 for most things and the results with two pro lenses are amazing.

[@ilmatanela1816]

Olympus - OM is an amazing system. Truly amazing with unic features which other brands can only dream. My OM-1 is the perfect complement for my D850, and pro glass is just superb.

[@Raist3db]

@@ilmatanela1816 You can say that nowadays of most brands and models.

[@Raist3db]

You can also still get an X100V or VI, and not have to worry about GAS or buying more stuff to it, as a complement to your other camera. It's how the X100V has also sold as.

[@ilmatanela1816]

@@Raist3db nope. You suppose that because evidently you don't have any experience with Olympus system. No other brand has comparable computational functions, compact and light lenses with some unique focal ranges.Where can you find a 16-50 f4 or and 80-300 f2.8? The build quality and performance of the PRO series is just superb for the price.

[@Raist3db]

@@ilmatanela1816 "You suppose that because evidently you don't have any exp.." Please. I have had Olympus since the 4/3rds e-330. You pick those lenses and at telephoto sure. But in a range of focals from a bit wide to just small telephoto, yes, you can find equivalents at this point. Of course, they could have avoided that but here we are. You can get an X-T5 that is smaller than the OM-1, with small weather sealed primes that are pretty small, close the smaller primes in m43rds that Olympus has- except those aren't weather sealed. You talk about computational things- what people is that a part of that is m43rds trying to catchup like hand held high res. You know who has hand held high rest? A fuji X-T5 with 40MP at several shots per second. Fuji also has true RAW hand held HDR. My point is that a lot of the exclusivity has gone. (Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fuji also have pro-capture equivalents). IBIS used to be such a quoted advantage, but not anymore. If only we could get a modern updated OM-5 in an EM5.2 class body, even if priced much higher than the OM-5, and re-release the smaller primes in weather sealed form, now that would be something very unique. But me not experience with Olympus equipment, please don't make me laugh. Maybe you don't have experience with other systems. I'll take better AF with 14-bit RAWS over some of the "computational" stuff that is so constrained (can't do HHHR with live ND right?), etc. I will agree it's better than nothing, but the basics done well to me are overall better. Long telephoto lenses is where they still hold a clear advantage. Nikon's teaser for their upcoming Z6III is already telegraphing wildlife/birding. I really hope they realize that smaller body pro, would put the system in a better place, imho.

[@coffeecuparcade]

I have not had the opportunity to use the X100V or X100VI, but I own the X100F and have used it as my main camera for years. I have not run into any issues with focusing on the camera that you described. Could be that the newer version II lens focuses a bit differently than the older version I? Not sure but the X100F focuses very very quickly in most conditions. Reliable I would say. My Leica X1 however is VERY slow at getting critical focus, but once it does the details are stunning.

[@JoseOnTheAir]

I will say all the hoopla for the X100VI and the renewed interest in the Sony RX100 and Canon G7XIII really makes me want Panasonic to give us one for Lumix LX100 or LX10. Ideally MFT but still give us a flip/articulating screen and unlimited recording and it could be the best compact camera option we've had in some time, especially with how far AF has come and Panasonic having very good IBIS

[@daveinportland]

The LX100 (1 or 2) is a fantastic camera line.

[@martingreenberg870]

@@daveinportland Then there is the Leica DLux8. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@martingreenberg870]

The M43 antidote for the Fuji X100VI will be an updated GX8/9. LUMIX has forgotten the photographer and is focused on video. See the S9 and GH7. Looks like LUMIX doesn’t have an appetite to upgrade the GX body. So sad. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@Raist3db]

Or OM Systems a proper PenF follow up.

[@MarcoMarkovich]

I use manual prefocus and works really well.

[@stephenericwalsh]

I know what you're getting at with 50mm in LA, although Gary Winogrand did pretty well with a 28mm.

[@FierceSleepingDog]

Beautiful camera, but like Emily I like having interchangeable lenses. MFT has an amazing lens library (Oly, Panny, etc). I'm finding used prices for Pen and GX cameras are not coming down anytime soon. It's a sellers market.

[@Daisy-bt7li]

I had one and sold it! I have small hands and it was hard to hold on to plus no IBIS. So great except when it flies out of your hand or you are a bit wobbly 😮

[@RumoHasIt]

I took mine to a fancy nyc wedding and got such amazing low light photos out of it. The film profiles make editing a breeze, and the fixed lens means I dont end up second guessing what prime to bring with me! I would totally upgrade to the 40mp in a heartbeat though 😏

[@martingreenberg870]

Just try getting your hands on a X100VI or pay a premium. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@garmit61]

I have an X70 and love it. Hated it when I first had it because I tried to use the auto modes and couldn’t get a good picture. Once I switched it to manual I grew to love it. I also ha a few Olympus M4/3 cameras but the petite X70 is usually my first choice due to its size. I also used a Fuji XT2 which took amazing photos. Probably the best digital camera I’ve used but because I’ve become used to the small form factor of M4/3 and the X70, I sold on the XT2 because I would never pick it up as my first choice snd as we all know, Fuji kit is stupidly expensive when compared to Olympus and Panasonic kit, especially used gear. I’ve always ignored the X100 range due to the price point.

[@rosvw3517]

Always enjoy your videos here in Canada, Emily. Have you ever done a video giving us info about how you got into photography? (I think you’d said your dad is a photographer, too.) You’re a wealth of information at such a young age.

[@Rotellian]

Good review, find myself wondering if getting rid of my X-E1 with 18-55mm XF lens and migrating to this is worthwhile. Probably not overall.

[@flcon16]

In regards to the 35mm focal length. I grew up with my family using a Nikon 35AF as our camera, and it's really the only thing I had reference to until high school. In HS, I started using my dad's old SLR with a nifty-fifty. The 50 then felt more creative and deliberate, but I see everyday life as captured at 35. People talk about the character of these lenses in similar ways, but I wonder how much is actually related to the field of view versus nostalgia.

[@AnandaGarden]

Don't need Fuji but every MFN video is simply grand. Best gear reviewer on the Tube. Thank you, Emily. In other news, what was your video gear and settings? Really great image. A guess: 4K/60 on a recent Panny full-frame mirrorless with a very good lens.

[@MicroFourNerds]

Thanks so much! This video was entirely shot on the DJI Pocket 3! And I didn't even pack my ND filters. Love that little camera!

[@AnandaGarden]

Amazing...

[@kevinblanco3244]

I use an Olympus EPL7 with the 12mm f2 along with the SEMA microphone adapter for concert moshpit videos. Where else can I get a compact camera with a microphone jack………. ? For less than $600

[@evolvingphotons]

I really love my Fuji X70 with the wide angle converter and the original x100 teleconverter, gives me 21mm, 28mm & 40mm. Either that or my OM-5 with the Leica 15mm and Oly 45mm or the Panny itsy bitsy 35-100mm.

[@uncatila]

your such a joy

[@flcon16]

I've had my eye on the X100 since the first version... Before I was even on M43. I think my judgement at this stage is basically that I'd either go for an older version to get an OVF digital camera for cheaper, or go all-in on the VI. The stabilization and resolution bump are pretty huge and it could really be your only camera. The V.... I feel like I'd rather stick M43. Given my different uses, I definitely see myself staying in a system, but I can totally see someone using the X100VI as their first camera and building a professional career using just it. And not just for now, for years to come.

[@davidmaskew]

Great video, as someone who hasn't been doing any photography for a while and still owning a very old Canon DSLR I want to buy something more compact that I will want to carry around. I had seen all the hype for this camera and it does look very good, I used to love just fitting a 50mm to the canon and taking that out so maybe this camera would be simular to that but I think overall need the option of lenses and I can't really afford to be spending the higher end buck anymore. What would be a good micro 4/3 with good lens options that's no more than mid priced? Any of you older videos you can point me to or models I should consider would be great. Keep up the good work, it's nice to see people so passionate about photography.

[@icecreammm2]

I usually buy my camera gear second hand. 10 years ago I bought a 2y old limited edition black X100 for 540 Euro. It was a good price, but I still found it pricey enough for a fixed focal length camera. Now a 4y old X100V is still more than 1000 Euro, which is an easy "no, thank you" for me.

[@TheHatMusic]

I really wanted to love the Fuji mirrorless cameras, but I just couldn't. I've used a few of them now, and in all cases, I've found the menu system so convoluted that they become frustrating to use. Mostly though, I tend to shoot raw and I use lightroom, and that combination on a Fuji just doesn't work. The demosaic algorithm in Lightroom cannot cope with xtrans raw, and I rely on raw extensively. With the XT2 and XT3, I don't mind being done with them... but that hybrid viewfinder is a work of art. I really wanted to love the platform, but it just didn't work for me.

[@WhiteWulfe]

I think you summarize it best regarding the camera. If you happen to like it's specific niche, it's going to be a lovely camera. My two cameras growing up were point and shoot (one had a 28mm focal length, the other 38mm, can't remember which was 110 and which was 35mm film), and I do love a lot of what the X100 series offers. I know I liked how the X100F felt in hand, but it's definitely a premium cost for something that in the end is more of an experience, and I'm fine with that idea. But at $2,159 CAD brand new (with an unknown wait time to get it), there's a whole lot of other things available, and that price is BEFORE adding in the cost of a full conversion (I'd want to be able to also do infrared photography with it)... I could more readily get a used G9, send it off to be modified, and then pick up a lens or three that's been on my wishlist for some time. It's one of those tough call kind of cameras. I've always wanted one, especially for it's "just take it out with you" versatility and my love of 35mm focal lengths (plus the viewfinder works with polarized sunglasses as of the fourth generation), but at the same time it's a rather tough sell to my "get the most out of your fun fund" brain. In all honesty, if I had to pick between an X100 (5 or 6th edition) or a few Olympus Pro lenses, I'd probably go the 40-150 f2.8 Pro plus a 45mm f1.2 Pro as they've both been on my wishlist for several years now.

[@martingreenberg870]

And the G9 is so inexpensive these days. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@robgeorge102]

Emily, consider Eos m6 mkii and 22mm f2, small form factor and a lot more functionality. Maybe £800 for both.

[@juliette-mansour]

Hi Emily, I personally own 4 Fujifilm bodies and about 75% of the lenses but I never wanted to own the X100 series. I'm simply not interested in fixed lenses if given the option so the X-T30II is gives me most of what the X100V offers, give and take a few things, so it's my street camera for every day. Nevertheless, this is your first Fujifilm review, right? Great to see! Also, the EM-5 mark I - just bought a copy that was almost in new condition for a great deal! I would love to see more in-depth on this one as an EDC!

[@martingreenberg870]

Different stroked for folks or different camera bodies for different people. I am a street photographer and the X100 line is what I want. Don’t want that? As you suggest, Fuji has different bodies and lenses for YOUR needs. I too have several Fuji bodies and lenses. I love Fuji products. The same is true for LUMIX bodies and lenses. I owned an EM5 and gifted it to a co-worker. A lovely body. Sturdy build. Great IBIS and vivid colors. This body is stupidly cheap. I also own an EMD1 Mii. It is even better and also stupidly cheap. To big to be an EDC though. A G9, also stupidly inexpensive, competitor. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@juliette-mansour]

@@martingreenberg870 we have similar tastes in cameras. I love my GX9, the G9, the EM-5 and EM1 mark II. Each camera seems to have its own personality and I can always find a use case for each! Now, I would never turn down and X100 if offered to me at a good deal, but definitely prefer interchangeable lenses. Great for travel. Cheers!

[@ddsdss256]

I understand the mentality behind fixed prime cameras, but for me, the disadvantages far outweigh the supposed advantages. The number of shots I'd miss would be difficult to handle. Re recipes, I can get better film looks (and other adjustments as well) from RAWs with DxO (FilmPack and Nik). I just don't understand why anyone would want to point, shoot, and post. Editing RAWs is part of any "real" photographic process (the end result of which is a print) and time should never play a factor, only artistic vision. The "most sought-after" anything depends on a number of variables, but if I had to use only one camera, it would be the G9M2 (and the eight MFT lenses I currently have). It's my "everyday carry" (although walking the dogs can be a handful, so I generally take the FZ1000--easier to use one-handed and no lenses to change).

[@Raist3db]

Remember: X100VI has picked up the demand from the X100V, and the X100VI does have IBIS. On video- the camera has quite good video actually in terms of the video quality - so just another thing to consider. On Autofocus- yes, the Camera software (and more so on the X100VI), the camera can operate faster than the lens mechanism. I wonder if Fuji will try to speed up the mechanism on the eventual X100VII in 4 years or so. Even so the X100VI is still a bit better than on the X100V. Also you can weather seal both cameras, so you don't have to fear rain falling while on the street. Yes, you have to buy the filter adapter plus filter but it's not that much more and can be done, unlike many competitors. Finally you can buy two conversion lenses- one for 28mm (not so big), one for 50mm (kinda big). These extend the usefulness of the camera, as well as they extend what the crop modes can do on each.

[@AndrewMelder]

I've been lucky enough to own a few X100 series cameras, from the S to the V. I do love them but I ultimately wanted my EDC camera to be pocketable. With the second hand prices getting so silly that I sold my few years old X100V for $700 more than I did new, I currently have a Ricoh GRIIIx instead (LOVE it). I'd still love to have one if I could justify the cost of a camera that only gets occasional use, but my EM5ii fills that role for much cheaper and with more shooting options through my multiple lenses.

[@AgentStarke]

I am tempted these compact, fixed focal length cameras. I still think M43 beats them in versatility hands down though. I will keep praying to Panasonic to release a GM5 II or a GX85 II.

[@martingreenberg870]

Same here. I think the GM line is dead. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@EdProsser]

Great vid em, I think I'm getting closer to picking up my first Fuji cam... Always feel a little lost when I look at all the cams in their line up. Would love a little cam to help get me back into stills

[@gripperharris]

so im a fuji shooter, and i get some of the appeal of the x100vi, but i like to change my lenses. i decided to replace my fuji edc xt30mki, with the xt50, with the xt5 my main. I flirted with the s9, after nudges from friends who love their mk43, but there were too many compromises for me. My xt50 arrived yesterday, while if i went for a 100vi, i suspect it may turn into a christmas or maybe Easter present to myself😂.

[@gripperharris]

ps a friend purchased a leica Q3, truly beautiful camera, I felt I should wear white cotton gloves just to touch it. But with extras (grip thumb grip, extra batteries he has spent £6000! So you could get 3 x100vi 's for that price 🤯. truly beautiful jewellery, though.

[@markschneider1396]

Leaf shutters especially with the x100' series cameras do something you seemed to miss completely. High speed flash sync, which yes other cameras can do, but usually do quite badly. Isolating a face or a flower in bright light is it's only real superpower. I have the ancient x100s, which sells for a ridiculously high price as do all x100 cameras but, combining the high speed flash, with the macro, and forced flash works fantastic with these cameras.

[@MicroFourNerds]

Fair point! I don't do much high speed flash personally, just a bit of off camera flash for portraits

[@rick-deckard]

Highly recommend Joe Dagostino's classic neg recipe. He has a video on it here on youtube.

[@mudgie069]

I personally think all the x100 series of cameras are massively overhyped. It doesn't mean I think they are bad cameras because they are very good but there are many many options which are as good, if not better and far cheaper. People get sucked into the hype and convince themeselves they need one. If I was a Fuji user I'd look more along the XE options. As for a leaf shutter, who needs a leaf shutter when cameras have silent mode these days :)

[@elfcounsul]

Buy used. Get to know the menus, and enjoy the colors. Both Oly and Fuji shine when I comes to colors.

[@Raist3db]

Remember that a leaf shutter still gives you three benefits: No rolling shutter, No chance of banding in artificial light and insane flash-sync speeds. So it depends on what you want and need. Of course if you are using a high end FF camera like the Nikon Z9 with 250+Hz electronic shutter or the new global Sony FF shutter camera, then yeah, doesn't matter as much :-)

[@AllCarsUnited]

Clearly, you don't understand the other benefits of a leaf shutter. Crazy high shutter speeds, crazy high flash sync speeds. Also had a built-in ND filter and flash. Also thinking something is overhyped without owning one. 😢😂

[@mudgie069]

@@AllCarsUnited each to their own, something I can easily live without so I stand by my comments 🤣😂

[@Raist3db]

@@mudgie069 Just because you can live without it or is not to your needs doesn’t take away how useful it can be for many.

[@marcelfraij]

Thank you for this video. You mentioned two recipe; first from Reggie and the second i couldn’t hear well. Do you have a link? Thanks in advance.

[@MicroFourNerds]

It's by a photographer and youtuber called Mike Chudley, if you search youtube for his name and maybe "recipe" it should come up - it's great!

[@macjim]

I just got some good news this morning, my camera store of choice in Scotland, has an X100VI (in black) in stock in an unopened box so I’m off to trade in my beloved X100V, an pick it up. I was totally shocked when they said they had on there as I was only asking what the waiting list was like not expecting it to be available immediately so I’m off to trade in and pick up. Don’t know what I’ll get for my old camera but it is near mint condition… won’t get what I’d get if I sold it privately but… hey ho. 🥳🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@macjim]

Now the proud owner of an X100VI! In black 🥳🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@randomstuffman01]

Dust on the sensor is a problem for me. So no fixed lens cameras for me. toronto canada

[@ExpeditionsInLight]

Still sticking with L-Mount…By the way I see the shots at Sensoji Temple. Did you know you were about two blocks away from Japan’s oldest amusement park (Asakusa Hanayshiki)?

[@pureheartvisuals]

Great looking camera. I can’t lie I know understand better why the LUMIX S9 was created. If you rate the S9 in close proximity in Photography to the Fuji, add in the IBIS, X-Pan, High ISO Range and Video of the S5 II when you need and you have a solid competitor.

[@MicroFourNerds]

Exactly. And soooo much better auto focus as well! Larger sensor, interchangeable lenses... it's a cracking every day carry

[@pureheartvisuals]

@@MicroFourNerds I came from multiple GH5 to now multiple S5 II, but what I do not have a “fun” camera and I think the S9 will be it. I will probably use it as a Backup, Safety Shot or BTS for my Event Video Shoots and Social Media Real Time Uploads. I wish I could have went to the LUMIX EVENT 😅 But I appreciate what Panasonic is doing for shooters with options. Love your content, continue to be Yourself 👏

[@morrning_group]

Wow, thank you for this in-depth review of the Fujifilm X100V! 📸 Your detailed insights into its features, performance, and overall user experience are incredibly helpful for anyone considering this camera. 🌟 The way you balance technical analysis with practical usage scenarios makes this video both informative and engaging. 🙌 Given your expertise in reviewing cameras and photography gear, do you have any plans to explore unique or niche products in the future? 🤔 Perhaps diving into vintage cameras, experimental lenses, or emerging technologies in the photography industry? 📷 Additionally, are there any collaborations or special projects in the works that your viewers can look forward to? 🌐 Excited to see more quality content from your channel! Keep up the fantastic work! 😊✨

[@milkyway6080]

Emily, I almost forgot to ask: will you review the pink Panasonic GF7 you got from Japan? I love the GF7 by the way. Very underrated

[@MicroFourNerds]

I will! Now I've converted it back to English, it's ready to rock 😁

[@andresgonzalezcerda7635]

I did choose XE4. Was lovely. But after some light usage, the main board dies… My first time with a dead camera. And almost no repair center to fix it

[@MicroFourNerds]

Ooo that sucks. When I was searching online about it's weathersealing (or lack?) I saw a few people mention similar

[@martingreenberg870]

I’m so sorry to hear this. I concur with Emily’s sentiment. What are you going to do? Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@OutRAjious]

yes mpb do up quotes sometimes

[@brianb816]

Definitely over-hyped. I am glad I sold my at a profit. I IS a good camera, don't get me wrong. But I think a lot of new users interested in photography don't realize that almost every camera currently out can do the same things as the x100 series. 35mm is such a common shooting style, and every photo I've seen from the camera can be reproduced by other cameras. Some cameras that are better, have better features, better focus, and better price. You quickly realize you are paying, sometimes up to $2k, for an optical viewfinder and styling. And yeah, the reason I sold mine was because the focus was very dubious, many times I would get focus confirm, only for the static subject to be slightly out of focus. I got a Sony a7R3, which is only "slightly" bigger, but has better focus, better battery, and interchangeable lenses. I am actually surprised more content creators aren't talking about it. 7 years later it still has so much to offer and at a great price. Hell, even the Olympus OM-D E-M1 mkiii can be had at such a great price for it's capabilities

[@martingreenberg870]

How did you obtain a X100VI? I preordered on the 1st day and waited three months before I cancelled the order. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@mk1photography62]

I had one for 12k photos and it is a great image making machine but i prefer my Olympus OMD EM1 MK3 image quality

[@Caballeroshot]

The fact I was able to get a Leica Q for a few hundred more than what the X100V is going for really cemented my decision to stay away from Fuji. Not to mention the waxy skin you get from Fuji sensors along with the ever annoying "worms" in LIghtroom.

[@elbeethrie5140]

i love your content.

[@pmcbMadeInIreland]

Fuji x70 is an excellent little cam.

[@martingreenberg870]

Yes it is. I have one but don’t use it because the focal length is too wide for my taste. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@johnfallows3822]

OMG, look at the price of Pen-F on MPB. Sold mine some time ago. May have been a mistake.😮‍💨

[@MicroFourNerds]

I deeply deeply regret selling mine too. It was even about £800 in Tokyo, with the great exchange rate and the tax back!

[@martingreenberg870]

@@MicroFourNerds I’m prejudiced. I think the Pen F looks great. I voted with my wallet and bought the LUMIX GX9. Both are super bodies. For my money, the GX9 better meets my needs. Why Olympus, who seems to lack money for R&D, and LUMIX don’t update these two bodies I can’t tell you. I bet both updates would be financially successful for these manufacturers. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@prizepictures1]

Your video is cute and friendly. I think this would make a perfect compliment to my EM1 mkii one day. Your review provides relevant information and recommendations that inspire confidence. Thank you for all you do Emily!

[@glennsak]

I've owned every single iteration of the X100 series sans the VI. Beyond its retro look and multiple dials, it fails when compared to accurate colors, speed, and the build of any decent Olympus body and lens combo.

[@johnfallows3822]

Nice little camera but does it really do anything that a Pen-F can't?

[@MicroFourNerds]

Not much... I'd say the x100v is better in low light, but not by as much as people would think. Plus you can change lenses on the Pen F. So much more versatile!

[@FierceSleepingDog]

OM System better have Pen-F ii coming or they are missing a HUGE opportunity!

[@martingreenberg870]

@@FierceSleepingDog Agreed. It wouldn’t take a lot of R&D to make a Pen Fii. I bet it would sell a lot of units. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@shmuelaryehkoltov241]

The price is ridiculous. I have no doubt that it's a great camera, but for the price there are simply too many other options. I'm also no fan of the X-trans sensor, so that's just another minus. Since it doesn't have any IBIS I would think that the Ricoh Gr III models would be a better direct alternative, or maybe the Nikon Zfc. However, I would rather take one of the MFT alternatives, an Olympus OM-D E-M5 or 10, or the Panasonic Gx9. Put on the Pana-Leica 15mm f1.7 and you have an amazing combination of camera and lens. For much cheaper than the X100V. And you would be able to do video as well with a great IBIS.

[@MicroFourNerds]

I 100% agree. I think not having ibis at this price point is criminal!

[@timothyplatt6053]

Yes, 100% overhyped. Having had one.. I've sold it and kept the X-e2 and the variety of old manual lenses that I used on it ( olympus Pen F, and Pentax Auto 110 being the faves) Was just getting more interesting pictures, and the experience was more fun ( Even if the EVF sucksin the X-E's)

[@martingreenberg870]

The XE2 has the Xtrans 2 sensor. Many believe it is even better than my Xtrans 1 sensor in the XE1. I think of the XE as interchangeable X100s. Love the RF form plus they are small and lightweight. Much to like. The silly XE4 sells at a premium much like the X100V. C’est la vie. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@timothyplatt6053]

@@martingreenberg870 The small form factors of the XE's and the interchangeable lenses, for me, far outweigh anything any of the 100's bring to the table. That being said , I was an ardent Ricoh GR shooter for a number of years, but the durability of those things just wasn't up to par to what they intended them to do. Rule #1 Travel cameras NEED to be tough.

[@phucnguyen-dp4pr]

The fujifilm x100 line sure look great but not for me The price has gone skyrocket reccently Im still happy with my GX1+ 20 1.7. Small but more than enough for me. When i need to do more serious thing, I switch to my gx8+ 12-35 2.8.All of them is still cheaper than a x100v

[@martingreenberg870]

Couldn’t agree with you more. The GX8/9 and the 12-35/2.8 is a killer combination. Plus this kit is lighter than the X100V/VI. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@MarcoMarkovich]

The camera is made for travel, its fits in your pocket.

[@toddcampbell305]

For all the bashing m4/3’s cameras get for autofocus (before phase detect) I swear my gx80 autofocus was faster and more accurate.

[@thermalegoogle]

I have both and can confirm. The autofocus is probably the main flaw of the x100 line.

[@MicroFourNerds]

Yes, in fact most aps-c cameras I've tried (ricoh, other Fujis, and this one) have been less good than m43 most of the time with AF. Glad it wasn't just me that felt that way haha

[@martingreenberg870]

There is nothing wrong with the LUMIX DFD for photography. It is found wanting for video. The DFD moves in & out until it confirms focus. Then the focus isn’t sticky. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@angelsaucedo2231]

Great camera but it just falls under 80's marketing schemes. High price due to its small market share....mixed with the mystique and status that high price tag brings generates its own hype. Just like luxury cars costing triple what a similar toyota with the same features costs.

[@milkyway6080]

MFT bargains are always around the corner. I found an Olympus 17mm f2.8 for free (because I sold the E-PM1 and the kit lens it came with), I actually earned some money. I also bought an Olympus E-P7 with the kit lens which I sold right after, so the final price for the Olympus E-P7 + 17mm pancake lens is about 180€. I actually thought to sell them because I have other m4/3 bodies and lenses but they're a really nice combination together which I didn't expect. The E-P7 is actually really good, even though my E-M10 mark IV got a viewfinder this Olympus Pen has its own charm in my opinion. OM System shouldn't ditch Olympus name though.

[@alifnor]

Day 3340 of waiting for the next Lumix GX 😅. Great video as always!

[@MicroFourNerds]

Thank you! And yes, I'm also waiting 😂🙌

[@willgreig8912]

AFC with wide zone works best, tracking is poor.

[@HansBaumeister]

I used to have the X100T and loved it, but moved on (now to an X-E3) due to the low resolution of that model, lack of changeable lens and - to be honest - cost. I think these cameras are just ridiculously overpriced compared to kit at similar size with exchangeable lenses, either from Fujifilm or from other manufacturers.

[@snugsonblitz]

Let me know when you make it over to Osaka or Kyoto again

[@OutRAjious]

first reaction images not as appealing as panasonic S9…?

[@MicroFourNerds]

Interesting!!! I prefer my s9 images too, even though they're just jpegs and I haven't had chance to edit them yet. where as I got to pull out all the night lights in these Fuji images and clean them up a bit. I think also, the 35mm equivalent focal length isn't my first choice for Japan, which might have made the s9 images better too. Got to play with my beloved 85mm and the 100m in some of those s9 shots 😁

[@JoshCameron]

FIRST! WOOHOO!

[@MicroFourNerds]

Thank you for reminding me this video was going out today, and supplying my favourite selfie photo from this camera 🙏📷😂

[@martingreenberg870]

Thank you for sharing you are the 1st commenter and excited about that. Anything else about Emily’s video you would like to share with us? Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@yassassinfo]

Why dont you immigrate into Japan?

[@MicroFourNerds]

Lol I was only there for 14 days 😂

[@martingreenberg870]

@@MicroFourNerds Thank you Panasonic. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@AMissile]

Not sure if I missed it but a sample of the video and unmiked audio might have been amusing just to see how close to potato-quality it is.

[@MicroFourNerds]

Aaah that would have been good!

[@elwirastadnik]

60K. Congrats! Well deserved. Don’t stop

[@MicroFourNerds]

Thank you! ☺️🙌

[@MrPizzapepe]

Sold my x100vi. Such an awful menu system in 2024. Oh and you can't go from auto iso to iso 100 just turning a wheel. Not for me

[@MicroFourNerds]

I also found the menus a bit mad on this one. I tried to stay out of them as much as possible and stick to the physical dials but that isn't always possible of course!

[@DI-cm5xc]

Camera manufactures and golf club manufactures. Separating people from their money in the pursuit of "no work or practice" gains for years.

[@gabrielvillarreal3051]

This camera was not worth the hype for me. Maybe if you never owned an x100 it would be probably nice. I upgraded to this 2 years ago from an x100s that I bought 10 years ago. There are some definite nice to haves but two things that make me not enjoy this camera have been the removal of the d-pad/wheel to a tiny little joystick nub and then the ISO being integrated into the shutter dial from the button you could push and scroll through. It has slowed me down on jobs and shooting for fun by a lot. I have to take my eyes away too much to mess with things. It's kind of stolen the joy out of this camera and I don't use it as much as I used my x100s. The upgraded lens being sharper and better autofocus are great but I feel as I would have been happier with the X100F. But if I wanted to downgrade I would definitely miss out on that sharper lens. This whole experience has made me want to move away from fujifilm.

[@MicroFourNerds]

That's a really interesting perspective from someone in the Fujifilm ecosystem!

[@thermalegoogle]

Just curious, have you tried setting the ISO dial to C and then using the front dial to quickly set it ? I never use the subdial inside the shutter speed dial and it has made my life way easier.

[@gabrielvillarreal3051]

@@thermalegoogle I have. Can it be locked? Because my issue with that was just brushing against it will change it. That was the nice thing about using the x100s that it was a least locked. Similar to how I used my 5Dmk2. I had to hit a button in order to mess with iso.

[@thermalegoogle]

@@gabrielvillarreal3051 I’m not sure about that, I tend to change my iso all the time if I’m in manual mode. You could always lock the iso on the dedicated dial and have aperture and shutter speed automatic or on other dial you don’t brush as much. Either way it’s worth looking into the options if that can make you want to shoot that camera more !

[@yurngo1109]

Too goddamn expensive, no

[@mitchellwnorowski6747]

Just say no.

[@diluteduk]

I don't get why someone would get a camera like that (or any advanced camera) and leave it on full auto?

[@MicroFourNerds]

Me either - but I think this camera has appealed to a very wide audience because people have seen it online and think it's cool. So it's a good place for a beginner to jump in and learn photography for sure. I'm a shutter speed priority sort of gal, myself 😊

[@dyeremi]

It is well deserved beacuse of Fujifilm's marketing. The combination of influencer hype, artificial scarcity and post pandemic revenge vacations make this the ultimate FOMO camera. You are not cool until you shoot blurry jpegs with a plastic made in china Leica clone.

[@MicroFourNerds]

😂 that was fantastic. I've always found the scarcity a bit suspicious... like they know the V is stupidly popular, why not just make more of the new one to meet demand. I mean they managed to make that limited edition run that was individually numbered and extortionate

It's made of aluminum and is made in Japan but keep riding that hate train.

[@dyeremi]

The x100v was made in japan. The x100vi, to supposedly increase capacity, is made in china. And yes, I was exaggerating about the plastic bit, its build quality is good for what it is.

[@godzuks]

hype hype hype..i am out..

[@paulanderson24]

Tick Tock “influencer” camera. Had the x100F. Good camera for sure but no better than the likes of an Olympus Pen and 17mm. The “film simulations” are just a gimmick

[@Stuffed007]

Did Fuji pay you to review this video??

[@MicroFourNerds]

I wish 🤣

[@Stuffed007]

@@MicroFourNerds I got to be honest I take my lumix gx8 paired with my sigma 56mm f1.4 over this Fuji camera any day of the week

[@MicroFourNerds]

@Stuffed007 same! My gx8 is still my current fave EDC ☺️ and you could buy like 4 lenses and a gx8 for the price of the x100v

[@martingreenberg870]

@@MicroFourNerds Emily maybe that is why you are a M43 nerd. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@ericd1084]

I've always thought that camera was ugly. 🤢 Not my style.

[@amrokas]

It's worth the hype not a price. You can buy so much better for the price