Fuji X-Pro3 - 10K shots later! Long-term review

[@jhonnyviquez4206]

The point about getting into the xpro line is so true. I love my xpro3, is a hell of a camera and I genuinely enjoy using it. Here’s the thing, I shot mainly on manual slrs for the better part of the two years I have been shooting so when I picked the xpro it just felt natural. I only use the OVF and manual focus like on my other older cameras. It an amazing camera for street photography if you’re used to a manual set up. The APS-C sensor gives me more depth of field which is great for zone focusing and it has allowed me to get great shots I could do with AF. Over all an amazing tool for this purpose but I really would pick it for any other type of photography.

[@SergioMusel]

Agree😌

[@d.idowuolutosin4250]

If you are a pure photographer and need a non-Leica shooting experience the X-Pro3 is the camera for you. I often compare it as the APS-C version of the Leica M-D since Leica doesn't seem to want to update the Leica CL which I own as well and am selling so I can buy another X-Pro3. I am a street photographer as a serious hobby and I'm a portrait photographer for paying customers. I use the X-Pro3 for both and it has never failed me. Everything is right about the camera and I've felt that way since the first time I held it in my hands. Mind you, I've own several Fujifilm cameras and I liked them all for differing reasons. Until I purchased the X-Pro3 the X-E3 was my all-time favourite Fujifilm camera. It's my hope that IBIS will be added to the X-Pro4, the screen will be left as is and Fujifilm will find a way to provide a better rangefinder experience with the OVF. I'd love to use the OVF more when I shoot. The last thing I'd love to see from Fujifilm is a manual focus only version of a 18mm, 33mm & 56mm f1.4 lenses with contacts on them like the ones from Voigtlander. Bottom line, the X-Pro3 is the best rangefinder inspired alternative to the Leica M10 but with more features.

[@SergioMusel]

I would love to see the set of manual primes from Fuji; I guess they would be even better and smaller. But before that they need to fix the manual focusing experience in X-Pro cameras, even though it's rangefinder style, it's still better off in autofocus mode...

[@d.idowuolutosin4250]

@@SergioMusel indeed. I too would love to see a trio of manual focus primes from Fujifilm. The could call them the Street Photography Trio. That said, I've never liked the autofocus experience with my X-Pro3 or any Fujifilm cameras I've own to be honest. Because I shoot film on rangefinders and SLR's as well as shoot manual focus on my Leica CL mirrorless, I work to replicate the same experience across all the cameras I shoot with. Focus peaking is my friend on the X-Pro3 but I'd prefer a real rangefinder patch any day over focus peaking especially when using the OVF. Wishful thinking on my part. I don't seem Fujifilm becoming that niche in their offerings as it relates to manual primes and a better rangefinder experience. They have been tight lipped about the future X-Pro4. So we all have to wait and see.

[@RichardEllaPhotography]

X-Pro3 was first foray into rangefinder style camera and have to say I love a lot about this camera. Makes me want to bring it with em and take photos. Given I need reading glasses to see the screen I actually prefer to use the diopter adjusted EVF on all my cameras so I actually like that the rear screen is hidden. The only one thing that frustrates me on this camera is that I can not find a comfortable solution for Back Button Focus. The AE-L/AF-L button is just too much of a stretch for my hands and the other buttons seem awkwardly placed.

[@Edensproject]

no doubt this is the best video i'v seen about this camera. and I checked a lot. 10\10, seriously. thanks

[@SergioMusel]

Cheers

[@xejogear1136]

Thank you for the video. Truly said - when i choosing my next camera after xpro2, i stumbled upon your previous video, and it was a point when i was sure i will get xpro3. No regrets still. So yeah, thank you, dude!

[@SergioMusel]

Really glad my content helped, heheh😁 Enjoy🙌

[@xejogear1136]

@@SergioMusel abolutely, and i really like you photos. Maybe you thought about your video with film emulations you use on your camera? Or you only shoot RAW with further edits in CaptureOne?

[@ascendphotography3433]

I actually really like the non-magnified OVF. I tend to use it with a 56mm (85mm equiv.), and the added real estate outside the frame means that I can more easily anticipate subjects moving into and out of frame.

[@Deetroiter]

I started out ages and ages ago in the film era, so something like a Minolta x700 or Pentax k1000 is what feels right in my hands. Tech advance, etc are normal and cameras evolve. I switched to digital probably within the last 10 years and while I love it, it just feels like something is missing in the way most of them feel in my hands. Then I saw this camera...this thing seems exactly like what I've been on a quest to find. Simple and to the point letting me actually focus ON photography. Sure, I can raise a camera to my eye and shoot away with blazing fast AF, 300 FPS, etc..., but I like taking my time and enjoying the entire process. Checking out my composition, putting interesting things into the frame, dark darks and bright brights, etc. Not sure if this camera is discontinued (I've been having a devil of a time finding one new) but hoping to get my hands on this soon and start having some fun with it

[@SergioMusel]

I haven't heard of it being discontinued (yet), but maybe it will be anyway soon since the next X-Pro4 should be on horizon soon. I can't wait to see if they keep the screen the same on the next model.😃

[@Deetroiter]

@@SergioMusel thank you for the reply! In your opinion, which do you think is the better buy for this Fuji…the 23mm f2 or the 23mm f1.4 lm aw? I’m kind of looking for a one camera body, one prime lens combo that I can use for most everything as a daily carry. The 23 (35) is a length I usually use on my Leica TL2 so that’s probably my preferred length at the moment. Just not sure if the f2 or f1.4 is the better choice on the xpro 3…thanks in advance!

[@SergioMusel]

@@Deetroiter I haven't used f2 version, but from what people say it doesn't have a good reputation in terms of performance. I must admit though that the f2 size will fit X-Pro body much better than anything else, it won't make it front heavy and won't block the OVF. On the other hand, the MF/AF clutch on older 1.4 is super nice to work with. Lastly, if ultimately the goal is performance than the new 1.4 LM is a no-brainer. There is also an alternative, the new fully manual voigtlander 23 1.2 for X mount is gonna work much better for experience than the linear af lenses

[@zvitkovits]

I share most of your insights after using them (XP2 & XP3) since 2018. But all of them have one great weakness: the OVF experience. Especially it is too small. That is the only important fix / upgrade for the XP4 required and they need to improve on the EVF too. Not fixing the OVF will most probably cause my ‘exit’ from the XP platform.

[@SergioMusel]

Every next X-Pro has bigger viewfinder, so it is probably to be expected in X-Pro4👌

[@zvitkovits]

@@SergioMusel … its not only about the size. And the usage of MF lenses needs to be improved too. If Fuji does the job well there would only be FF as a reason left to buy a Leica. ;)

[@just_A_Hack]

I would love a way to change or brighten the frame lines. They can get lost in the daytime using the ovf.

[@shootstitch149]

I bought the x pro 3 after having thought about what I really needed in a camera. It’s perfect. Your video about the x pro 3 made me jump the gun about purchasing it (also with the full lineup of the fujicrons. Yes, I did purchase myself the 23mm f2 as well 😃) But this camera is a great camera. Most people who own or think about holding the x pro series of cameras should be happy. It’s a complete camera for pure photography, with some quirks that will quickly go away once you use it day in and day out. In fact, some of the quirks can and should make you a better photographer as you don’t think a lot and just focus on the moment getting great images.

[@SergioMusel]

Completely agree👏 Can't imagine myself without this camera now🤩

[@walkingmanvideo9455]

I just purchased one this week, waiting for it to arrive.

[@SergioMusel]

Have fun, it is a great camera!👌

[@walkingmanvideo9455]

@@SergioMusel I have watched countless reviews and street photography videos. I use a 1dx and a7iii for work. I don’t purchase this camera for work, I purchased it for personal use, to take with me everywhere. Cheers.

[@soyomarlr]

Say good bye to finger prints on duratec applying ceramic coating 9H. The color will not change and It will have a thin invisible layer that repels liquids and sweat. Applying the product about 4 times in the space of 1 day, the result is really incredible ✌️

[@SergioMusel]

I hope Fuji will change their coating to something else, better👌

[@REMY.C.]

@@SergioMusel like gold or Swarovski crystals 😂

[@Lucho_Torsa]

You got yourself a new subscriber, really good pictures btw. Dude, you need love from the algorithm of youtube, cool videos. Keep that grainydays vibe meanwild you find your spot.

[@SergioMusel]

Thanks, I'm finding my crowd step by step😁 Welcome🙏

[@StewpidGames]

150k shutter actuations is not a lot. Most DSLRs were rated to at least 200k back in the day. I have a buddy that's a photojournalist and went well over a million on his D3s. So any camera today better damn well be able to make it to 150k no problem.

[@cnboy14]

I have xPro3 but after like 200-300 shots my shutter button became weird and i had to press the button quite firmly for it to take a shot not sure if this issue is quite common.

[@SergioMusel]

Fuji can repair it for you, some other guys also experienced similar issues, all are not exactly same, but all linked to shutter/shutter button

[@cnboy14]

@@SergioMusel well Amazon replaced the camera and this new one is going great.

[@SergioMusel]

@@cnboy14 Glad it ended up good for you!👏👏

[@TopshelfJunior]

@@cnboy14 Why didn't you just say that above, lol...

[@londonlionel]

I had this problem too. Fuji ended up replacing the whole top plate.

[@bill3117]

I really liked your very fair aeccesment of the XPro3. I do wonder how many people are surprised/disappointed by the design's functionality after they buy it? It isn't like Fujifilm is hiding anything. I have the XPro3 in Dura black. I love it! I do hope the XPro4 offers more of the same!

[@SergioMusel]

They promised to not forget about X-Pro line, so let's see, seems like it should come this year

[@danielcabrera5547]

Great video. I agree with you on almost everything for the xoro4 but… 2022 moving forward having ibis should be standard on all cameras. Better video is always a plus. But not as much of a let down as not having ibis.

[@SergioMusel]

Maybe you're right, it won't hurt to have it, but I also won't be surprised if they don't add it

[@soupwetforever]

That was an informative and funny video. I have the x-t30 and the x100t in my Fuji lineup. I'm waiting for the X-H2, but the x-pro3 is such a friggin niche body and if I didn't like videos as well, it'd be a no-brainer.

[@SergioMusel]

If video is a must, then yes, X-H2 all the way👍

[@driftix]

X-t30 owner here also patiently waiting for the X-H2... But looking for any excuse to get an xpro-3.

[@SergioMusel]

@@driftix Also had an X-T30😎 Not interested that much in X-H2, but the tech in it gives a glimpse of what to expect in other cameras soon👌

[@MegaRiff77]

Fuji wanted $600 to fix my shutter button, which was feeling squishy. Sold the entire set up for a Leica Q. Still miss my x pro but repair prices are ridiculous

[@SergioMusel]

You haven't seen Leica's repair prices yet, ahah😅 Fuji's shutter buttons are quite soft compared to other brands, X-H1 is the softest one ever

[@Deetroiter]

I can third this…Leica repairs are top notch and professional, white glove style completed…but you better be prepared to pay up, it’s no joke. Let’s put it this way…an add on external EVF for my TL2 was being sold new for about $675. Yeah, for an EVF. Gives you an idea what the repair costs are going to be.

[@Webrisernl]

Would the xpro 3 be a big upgrade compared to xpro1? I had a xpro1 but the resolution was I think low. Are the new film simulations much better?

[@SergioMusel]

I personally LOVE Classic Chrome, so this film sim alone is worth upgrading, also Acros is very nice, I like it more than Monochrome available on X-Pro1. There are recipes for those to achieve similar looks on X-Pro1, but I haven't tried them

[@EstelonAgarwaen]

I had over 10k clicks after a year on my gx80.

[@daviesluo]

Very surprised to see a few Chinese elements, and then went to your homepage to realize you r in china! That's very rare to find on KZbin on this topic, followed you right away👍

[@SergioMusel]

Thanks!

[@SummersSnaps]

My only gripe is price. In Australia it seems to retail for quite a bit more than XT4.

[@SergioMusel]

True, price bites...

[@slightwave]

choosing between x100 and x pro 3, I chose x100, now I go and look again :))) it's definitely worth something :)

[@SergioMusel]

It's funny 'cuz I'm actually reconsidering my stand on X100V😁 Thinking maybe I need some quality time with it for a period of time

[@vaskoobscura_]

Thanks for this video

[@coomb]

Nice video and above all, nice shots. I've had mine for a year now and the only issue I'm having is that the shutter button doesn't fire the first time I press it. This happens randomly and apparently it's a widespread issue as you can see from Gajan Balan's video "The most hated camera". I don't want to send it back because I love my X-Pro3 and wouldn't know what other camera to get in its place.

[@SergioMusel]

Thanks a lot🙏 I'm aware of this issue, but again, I've never encountered anything like that, so cannot speak about that really

[@avs4365]

I have two XPRO 3's and one is definitely sticky. Have you tried the screw in JJC soft buttons? Tried another make but it didn't work well, these ones seem deeper and stronger. Found it helps.

[@SergioMusel]

@@avs4365 Had it, but they tend to damage the button, so I don't use them anymore

[@avs4365]

@@SergioMusel Really - am surprised been using them since the days of the XTI - no problems myself.

[@eagleeyephoto8715]

We (x-pro users) hope that Fujifilm will update OVF and put back same if not better magnification mechanism as on x-pro 2 in to the x-pro 4.Having all 3 version of x-pro and using OVF the x-pro 3 is abysmal step back.If you include non- logical AF box performance I'm not sure what Fuji engineer was thinking.It would be also better to remove gimmick like Ti thin cover plates and give us back decent OVF.

[@SergioMusel]

Double magnification would be more than welcomed, that's for sure👌

[@LifeWorkDreams]

Great video as always 🤘

[@SergioMusel]

Cheers👏

[@richardpajuelo4918]

Did you write the message that appears on the back of the screen (thank you for your…), how did you do it? Or did you edit it?

[@SergioMusel]

@@richardpajuelo4918 Ahahah, looks too good to be fake, right?🤔😂

[@richardpajuelo4918]

@@SergioMusel It's not so 'fake.' at all. I've seen in XPro3 groups that some people have this same 'problem': that screen shows credits with people's names. I think it might be because of some color simulation, or maybe it could be another 'fake'... that's why I asked.

[@selimhassairi1744]

Whats the lens on your camera at 6:04? Just curious! Thanks!

[@SergioMusel]

That has to be XF50/f2 👍

[@doctorsnarf8764]

MORE X-Pro3 Content please!

[@SergioMusel]

I feel like after four years since release there’s every kind of content about X-Pro3 out there)))

[@T-Prime848]

Nice video as usual I am looking forward one day to carry the XPro 3 in my hands So man since you have the XPro 3 How about you give me the XPro 1 Lol Thank you for sharing with us Have a nice week mate …

[@SergioMusel]

Thanks a lot🙏

[@travelwithyelofficial]

So beautiful 😍 and the camera's pretty decent looking too. 😊

[@SergioMusel]

Ahah, thanks!☺

[@Endogamy]

I like the camera, but unfortunately now that people are using well this camera, the ribbon is creating a lot of problems as seen on many forums!

[@SergioMusel]

Like I said, there's more talk about it really and I feel like yes, there might be isolated cases, yet the problem itself is over exaggerated online; do you personally have this problem?

[@kamilsvitak]

What lens u used in this pictures?

[@SergioMusel]

Various, I didn't label them because it is not the point of this video. Mainly fujicrons

[@kamilsvitak]

@@SergioMusel what focal lengh? 😅

[@SergioMusel]

@ Mainly 16, 35, 50. Some are 9 and 90

[@REMY.C.]

10k? So now you're a Maestro. Please in the vid don't start me about the screen lol

[@SergioMusel]

It's X-Pro3, so you can't miss the screen topic, ahaha 🤌

[@REMY.C.]

@@SergioMusel 😂 this gonna p*SS me off lol Xpro4 please, same idea but a screen we can hide or show but flush to the body. Now I'm just gonna run my xpro3 on continuous shooting for half an hour just to get that message. At least I'll look one time to that useless rear screen. Man if it was a backlit LCD. That would have been awesome.

[@SergioMusel]

@@REMY.C. Let's see what X-Pro4 will have to offer😉

[@REMY.C.]

@@nickfanzo agreed, though we might not need a screen that has so many freedom angles. But true, it would be better than the actual one.

[@ernestthomas9406]

you told it to be too true 👍

[@SergioMusel]

Thanks🙏

[@clopotari147]

IBIS is a must for Pro4.

[@SergioMusel]

Let's see, let's see😅

[@REMY.C.]

Having the ibis on xt4 too I can say I prefer this camera in low light. Unless they can put ibis without making the body larger.

[@clopotari147]

@@REMY.C. They have no excuse, as long as they put IBIS in their low end Camera XS10. Pro Line is their TOP line. IBIS helps a lot in low light or with their small street lens (f 2.0 or 2.8 lens).

[@REMY.C.]

@@clopotari147 you're right, I didn't think about the xs10 having Ibis. I wish they'd remove gimmicks in the xpro 4 like the useless back screen or go for a backlit one.

[@REMY.C.]

- why are there so many scratches and bumps on your xpro3? - because I use it to shoot people.

[@SergioMusel]

😂 *ba-dum-tsss*

[@REMY.C.]

@@SergioMusel 😂 my 5 seconds glory. - MOOOOOM I FINALLY SUCCEEDED!

[@diego646464]

What is an « unintentional » scratch??? 😂

[@SergioMusel]

The ones the came NOT from you trying to test the scratch resistance with keys/knife/coin

[@obomasinladen]

10k shutter clicks is like a car with 20k miles lol

[@REMY.C.]

I agree, if you can get past those extremely annoying things like useless little screen, so called hidden screen that you gonna have to open a lot especially when discovering the camera, that iso dial that gets flipped upside down, the fact you can't see any dial in the dark, the compact grip only if you have big hands, the fact that the ovf isn't mechanically coupled and doesn't zoom especially if you use manual lenses... The camera is of beauty and is a very capable one. It has so many tech and deserves that "pro" in the name even if I find it to be cheesy cause "pro" is everywhere and doesn't mean sh*t anymore... I digress... Next xpro4? Man, Better flip screen (although not like the xt4), coupled rangefinder AND TRUE FUJINON MANUAL LENSES. Oh boy...

[@Banneoliberalism]

The point is Fuji has ball and will to resurrect flim simulation experience in digital era. For me who shoot flim a lot, the hidden flim is like home to me. Ur general who is digital native won’T stastify with this fujiflim aprroch. Professional want to view image this must add one step to the work flow, open the screen. Consumer in this digital era, embrace its instant gratification which reject this style of camera control. Generally the target of this camera is too small for it to continue production line. Fuji is not leica who can make fully mechanical digital no screen thing and sell well.

[@notme7720]

Good video, but the intro just makes me wince when you talk about 10k in a year as some kind of amazing record - it’s nothing! I’ve had X-Pro1, 2 and 3 and probably averaged around 20k per year with each of them, and thought nothing of it. Still don’t. These cameras beg to be used! Since the X-Pro2 the shutters have been durability rated to 150k, so who cares?

[@SergioMusel]

I was just surprised since I know I didn't shoot it THAT much, at least I thought so😅I got it during lockdown, it was a year of no travel, quarantines and lockdowns...

[@hanzkilian1806]

Hey - the reason for asking about a shutter count is NOT to see if the camera is good or not - KNOWING the shutter count gives an indication of HOW MUCH USE it has had, so if the camera looks like it has been draged through a sand pit and has only done 10k shots, well obviously it has NOT BEEN LOOKED AFTER. I take offence to idiots who challenge a person just because they ask how many shots it has taken. Wake up, when you buy a car, do you not look at the milage and compare it to the condition of the vehicle. So to ask about shutter count you are not a freak. Perhaps look in the mirror!

[@SergioMusel]

If camera was taken care of - does it matter if it’s old? And if the shutter is low and camera is new but looks like crap - does it mean it’s a better buy? So ultimately, no matter how you look at it, appearance is more indicative of age and usage than shutter. Shutter count used to be checked on DSLRs because their mileage was relatively limited and they weren’t as reliable. In addition, it also involves the flipping mirror, so it’s more expensive and difficult in servicing. Your analogy with cars is faulty as well. Mileage for the car is important not because “it shows age”😂 Higher mileage means more oil and gas consumption, as well as the probability of expensive repairs and maintenance replacements. Buying a car is far more complex than “looking at the mileage and comparing it to the condition”. That’s a rookie approach. And the same with cameras. If I sell a 2-3 year old camera and the first thing a buyer asks is “what’s the shutter” - I don’t even answer😂

[@user-kcrpine]

You do realize 10k isn’t some massive number or grand achievement, right?

[@SergioMusel]

What made you think I don't?

[@aktin6011]

all he did was state the numnber lol why u mad