Fujifilm X100V Hands-on Review

[@TextTeal]

Oh damn, they just improved with everything i wanted. I really might have to trade in my x100f after all.

[@niccollsvideo]

Normally I'd say not a big deal, don't upgrade. But in this particular case they really did improve so many aspects of this series. Do it!

[@kseba331]

haha, same here! will definitely take it, because I got so used to my old x100s recently...

[@alexanderhugestrand]

They improved everything that I couldn't care less about. :´D I have the X100F and I hate quite much about it. I don't like the autofocus in low light, since there is none. I also completely detest the user interface (too complicated and confusing) and the handling. And the ISO doesn't behave anything like I'm used to in other cameras. I doubt any of these things have been fixed in the V. Lens sharpness? Whatever. Tilt screen? Whatever. Better ISO dial? Whatever. That's how I feel about it. ;)

Exactly the improvements I wanted over my X100F, but I would miss the D-pad.

[@ctruett5]

@@alexanderhugestrand Autofocus is now good down to -5 EV, so you may want to demo it!

[@1BigBucks1]

Really like it when you shoot the video with the camera you're reviewing

[@mikechen383]

Yes, totally agree! I hope that you guys will do more of these in the future.

[@jdeck650]

So much agree.

[@Amcacs5654]

Everyone should do that

[@raksh9]

This review was SHOT on the X100V. Holy cow. I never imagined that video from a X100 camera could look so good. I am so in!

[@Mikri90]

It shares most of the same hardware as its interchangeable lens cousins, so why not?

[@AdamKuzniar]

@@Mikri90 because previously that wasn't the case

[@Mikri90]

@@AdamKuzniar yes but it says "could look so good". The comment didn't say something like "I didn't expect Fuji to bump up the video specs and make it higher quality" but rather implied that it couldn't be done.

[@matt_phistopheles]

The X100F is actually not that bad either if you know what you are doing. That said, the V is a really good upgrade and it makes life a lot easier for video work. This could be a really nice B roll camera in a professional setting.

[@whitekiki]

Nd filters cant used on video he said, right? It makes me think otherwise, really goof option for me. But maybe xt30 better in this case. Couldnt decide yet.

[@santosovideo]

I love when you shoot the episode with the camera you're reviewing. It's like they say, "a video is worth a million pictures..."

[@TechReflex]

The colors on the video look REALLY great. Also, I hope we'll also be able to see initial review of the X-T4 when it releases on 26th.

[@fahadbinsakhawat3669]

yap

[@artlessbene]

The X-100 series might still be the most attractive line of cameras that fuji makes, even after all these years (and i say that as an x-t2 owner).

[@shifteleven]

@SwitchRich The size of it, the look, and the leaf shutter for near silent shooting. It's fun even though it has this limitation. And I would not use this as my only camera because of said limitation.

[@shifteleven]

@Mr Tech cool

[@DanBrim]

@SwitchRich I have an x100F and the attractive thing about it is the size and the way the camera feels like it disappears when you use it (as in it just gets out of the way). I love that I can throw it in my work bag or jacket pocket and not have it take up much space, and the 35mm equivalent is my favorite focal length for street photos anyways. The improvements here look huge - I definitely missed weather sealing in the F in particular - so I'm definitely looking into the potential upgrade here.

[@arloharnish]

I got one of these cameras a year ago and have been using it consistently. I went from EOS to Fujifilm exclusively with the X100V. It's got my favorite focal length. (Well, I also like 40mm) and it's just amazingly easy to use. The most advanced thing I did was program the buttons for easy adjustments with settings. Everything else is easy to learn and to use. As you've probably heard before, the film simulations are great. (Except for the two black and white settings. I can't seem to figure out how to make it more contrasted. Anyway, I haven't really even begun to investigate that. It might be an easy fix.) The size and the classic nostalgia (It's shaped as if it were a smallish Lica) are also great things about it. It feels very inconspicuous and light on your body or in your pocket and it's simplicity lends itself to the classic photographers (who I admit I'm not too familiar with. Stephen Shore is more my thing.) But my point is that you feel like a street photographer how ever you're using it. And you can hearken back to 80 or so years that have passed when street photography was just starting it's maiden voyage in the context of history. It all feels like it's inherent to the camera in your hand.

[@TawhidKhan11]

You guys are the best reviewers; regardless of the product! I could not imagine somebody could do camera review like this! Loved it as always

[@tristanhonda2664]

damn that transition from chris to jordan was smooooth

[@hamradioop5777]

Any X100V firmware V2.0 or newer, now supports using the built-in Neutral Density filter in video mode.

[@andreasbuder4417]

That is just a so beautiful rendering of the video. Haven’t seen that since the Leica Q2 review.

[@nickfanzo]

And it’s not $10,000

[@ScottJWaldron]

Nice job guys. I had the X100F for a while and the improvements they made do make this look really interesting. Seems like the definition of kaizen with this revision.

[@henrikhelmers1412]

I love when you shoot the video on the camera you are reviewing. It's all good :)

[@linsnowx]

That was a very very good “Gong Hey Phat Choi”, well done Chris!

[@fahadbinsakhawat3669]

haha

[@EDHBlvd]

10:10 Jordan, I would assume it’s because the 4 stop ND would prevent the phase detect AF from working. Making video AF non-functional. It would not get enough light. For stills the ND only pops in right before the shutter captures the image. You can see it going in and out each time you take a pic. It doesn’t stay in front of the sensor the whole time.

[@deltatango2581]

This camera is the absolute perfect camera for going on vacation. I'm not much a video user, those features are not of any concern to me personally. It looks very similar to the X Pro 2 or 3, but more simplified.

[@VicenteSchmitt]

They are getting faster and faster! Camera has just been announced and they already have a 13 minutes video on it! Jokes aside, great camera and great review as always

[@kart182]

Reviewers usually get the unit a couple weeks before the public release so all the reviews come flooding out as soon as the camera is announced to the public

[@frankwu1713]

#Embargo

[@Lysander-Spooner]

Vicente Schmitt iI already pre-ordered. Not sure if I will sell the F.

[@rzero21]

13:02 love how you guys are still working with TCS

[@thatjordandrake]

They've been amazing supportive through this entire transition.

[@blood_n_guts_murphy]

Never appealed to me before, but suddenly seems perfect. Then just keep an XE around for longer lenses.

[@jacakira6119]

Another Great Review! Chris and Jordan are simply the best on youtube

[@TechReflex]

Totally agree, I also review stuff on my channel, and the presentation of these guys is the best that I've seen on KZbin.

[@auxmike]

Fro, just Fro...

[@CS90]

It's because they put quality above all else, unlike most other KZbinrs.

[@truecuckoo]

I think this is the most beautifully shot video on your channel in a very long time. I can’t believe you guys don’t shoot Fuji all the time. I know the benefits of Panasonic though... But this is beautiful! Perhaps with the X-T4 it’s time for a switch?

[@kaeru_sami]

Amen! Also, I love your channel!

[@diegoxk]

The lighting is just perfect.

[@TheMauri0409]

I love my XT3 but not including in body stabilization prevented it from my perfect camera.

[@mrMacMilli2000]

It will be a new XH series not XT .. has ibis XH line is due. And touted as flagship camera, which is always the XH

[@TrevorSuarez]

@@mrMacMilli2000 Always? There's literally only ever been 1 XH camera from Fuji, and the X-H1 has already been discontinued...

[@ChrisDeger]

I have the original x100 I love this camera, been shooting it for about 10 years now. It's very hard to quantify how amazing these cameras are they just make you want to take it out every time you leave the house

[@DavidQuiring]

For not liking the focal length, your photos with the camera in this review are great Chris! Thanks for the preview fellas.

[@boris.dupont]

Phenomenal! The image quality is stunning! Obviously it's another winner by Fuji at least for a guy like me who fell in love with the original X100 at first glance. Thanks for the review!

[@CelsoMollo]

I am rooting for Fuji, I hope they keep improving and become a force to reckon with, they unique in many ways and it can be appreciated by many. I personally dislike the 35mm fixed lens. For me it is a niche product but I am glad to see they improved from the previous model

[@autofocus4556]

Almost bought the x100f then I saw the notification for this.

[@howardchud9097]

Since cell phone cameras, people seem to love these small “real” cameras. So easy, great results, and a renewal towards the art of photography. I have dedicated myself to in-the-moment photography using the Panasonic GX8 a 15mm f/1.7, silent mode, shooting B&W, and duplicating in color. Looking forward to buying the X100V and an Olympus Pen-V. Maybe someday my grandkids will get serious about photography.

[@zhongvince9210]

your pronunciation of 恭喜发财 is so accurate! Watching your video is so pleasing.😊

[@zupperm]

I understand how you feel about the 35mm lens. I tried to like it and even minimized my kit to 35/85mm lenses but it wasn’t what I wanted. 28/50 is the prime kit for me.

[@blasstd327]

Enjoyable review. There are some really nice video shots of Chris with this camera, and one of the best is at 8:25 when he is in the alley. Lots of 3D pop along with a nice "mood" to the shot. Great job Jordan!

[@cletusferrao3895]

These guys are the best... I always did watch DPreview but only subscribed to it since they have joined... Keep up the good work...

[@jkneuper]

At the start Chris talks about the format of this episode (more about the experience and how you feel than the specs) and suggests it may be more useful than the traditional review video style, and I couldn't agree more. This is exactly what I need. I can glance at a spec sheet and tell if it meets my technical requirements. But this helps me determine whether I want to hold the camera in my hands, use it to take photos, and then do things with said photos. I watched the video, and now I do. Very much.

[@ErebosGR]

I just realized what they were going for with their X100 naming scheme... X100 X100S(econd) X100T(hird) X100f(ourth) X100V (latin numeral for fifth)

[@leiya107]

ErebosGR You, are a genius!!

[@hutzman7664]

ErebosGR what do they name the next one??

[@Lainer1]

@@hutzman7664 VI

[@josephomalley1526]

And so the penny dropped . . .

[@xamuth]

ErebosGR I was thinking why those letters but now it makes sense

[@meme4one]

An amazing range of cameras. Lovely in all respects. However.... I found it too big for my pocket for a travel camera and ending up trading it for a Grii which does all I need for travel in a smaller form factor. Not quiet as good for hdr sunrises and sunsets though which are stunning from the X100 range.

[@keith_pictures]

Tilt screen, WR and sharper lens?! Guess I have to upgrade at some point....

[@pulseimages]

jaspal singh Weather Resistant

[@ultimatechrisso6592]

@jaspal singh yes

[@odemata87]

Lens is not WR

[@Lainer1]

@jaspal singh weather Resistant

[@trym2121]

@@odemata87 it is with some caveat. Put lens hood and filter or the converter to complete the WR

[@JeremyGalloway]

Woah Chris’s Canto and Mandarin was pretty good! Is he fluent?

[@mesmi]

thanks for this thorough review, super helpful!

[@wolfgangl5590]

I owned a X100 (first generation) for various years and enjoyed using it. Small, neat and decent. Great for traveling light. Just sold it recently and did not yet decided if I buy a used X 100 F or the X 100 V. Read a lot of articles stating yes "must do", and other others "not needed". But this video made the difference as you nicely compared image quality F vs V = so now it's clear: I will buy the X100V (to accomplish my X-T2). THX for a really nice video! Well done!

[@ianmasters8344]

I set my film simulations in the Q menu and named them as custom names. When I want to use any I just hit the Q button and then use the rear scroll wheel to select them. A bit of work to set it up but well worth it.

[@villemononen5303]

WOW! This looks really lovely! Sharp lens with great bokeh, weather-sealing, mic, headphone input and so much great stuff. I still love my Panasonic GM1 but THIS one gets me excited. I think i'll buy it. I like the lens coverage too. UV filter and go go!

[@kazimierzkiekowicz5367]

Honestly one of the most beautiful footage ever put on the channel.

[@slurpalurple]

Shooting on the same camera you’re reviewing is an awesome idea 💡

[@dpreview]

Thanks! We try to do it whenever we can get our hands on a couple of the same bodies.

[@sethobates]

The never wide enough or never tight enough part just won you a like. Preordering this beauty asap

[@DanielG0604]

Watching this as I placed a pre-order at 3 stores for one

[@petergabriel1606]

My main concern with previous x100 incarnations (I have owned every one since x100s) was the AF. It was often very unreliable, giving the green in-focus square, only when looking at it back home, the image was way out of focus. I really hope AF is much more reliable in x100V.

[@armindevilla8257]

All the x series AF is sooo unreliable, dare I say pretty crap. Idk how people don't notice it... It can't even focus on a black edge in front of a white background in contrast mode. That is infinite contrast! And it just can't focus. Preposterous.

[@chriskola3822]

Nice upgrades. I'm also in the minority that really doesn't like the focal length. I understand that some people like fixed focal length and that this one works for what they do. I found it extremely limiting and sort of underwhelming for a travel camera. As noted, often it just wasn't wide enough or long enough. Good to see Fuji making useful and meaningful upgrades but I'll stick to interchangeable lenses.

[@dzyner2k]

Chris, you are one of the best, if not the best, photographers amongst camera gear reviewers I've seen on KZbin.

[@ogonzilla]

So glad we Americans and Canadians say "Vee" the same way. ;)

[@Roger_Ramjet]

Omar!!!! You da man!!!

[@ogonzilla]

@Bobby Brady Totally. It was a joke. "Zed" vs "Zee" kinda thing

[@TheJudge064]

@Bobby Brady canadians do.

[@TheJudge064]

@Bobby Brady that wasn't me.

[@ogonzilla]

Wow. When you have to explain a joke it means it's bad. Here goes: The Nikon Z camera is pronounced either "Zee" (America, me) or "Zed" (Canada, DP review). Soooo...the letter V is pronounced the same!!! Whew!

[@handsome_corgi964]

i agree 100% specs can be found everywhere, the important stuff is the one that you can know only once you use it

[@4mooncheese]

Thanks for this review. Was always curious as to the improvements made to this camera from the X100F. I am sold. Will buy it this year.

[@fredrikosterlind5890]

The two things I miss on my X100F, weather sealing and tilt screen. I may have to reconsider my thoughts on a new camera, wasn't gonna change the F out but now..............TAKE MY MONEY!!! ;-)

[@doeunsama5375]

Fredrik Österlind thinking of flipping my sony for this i only used 35 mm and the features and compactness of this is way too appealing

[@atrisharma1184]

Doeunsama the colours will be better too.

[@davidhunternyc1]

I had the original X100 and I now have the X100S as my only camera. I would get the X100V but it doesn't have a fully reticulating screen so I can't see myself for blogging. By the way, your still photos and video is just fantastic. Colors are saturated. Very sharp with great dynamic range. Hard to tell on KZbin but I'm impressed.

[@Simpaulme]

5:50 tilt screen=bulk - erm, Sony RX100?

[@daniaahmad4015]

"Never wide enough, never tight enough, ugh its the story of my life"...that cracked me up lol

[@andysantosiii1971]

Great review! I am thinking of upgrading from my old 1st gen X100 to the X100V. Ok, I'll be honest, one reason why I enjoy your reviews is because of Calgary. I love the place, my wife is from there and I go there every year at least once. I cant wait to go back to Calgary once this stupid pandemic is over!

[@jeffrendered3564]

I love the way this camera shoots video....this episode is the best looking one I've seen.

[@nicduynstee2171]

Really making me consider selling my XE3 and buy one of these. If I didn’t shoot sports with a zoom sometimes I would definitely be getting one

[@GregWallis]

Can you save to 16 bit tiff files like you can on the X-Pro 3?

[@In-Rainbows]

This is a great camera. Honestly haven’t found anything about it to criticise at this point. Love it.

[@hooked4lifeca]

have they improved the manual focusing ring? I have the older X100T and the ring moves too freely. It can be easily moved accidentally when using back button focusing. I solved the problem with an elastic band to provide more resistance, but hardly the most elegant solution.

[@brokenparsnips5185]

I am really enjoying your reviews. Very good info and presented well. Keep it up guys!

[@1fareast14]

oh my god! Why isn't this clutch iso dial on the x-pro3?

[@GroomsJk]

I am just getting into photography to document my nature treks to Sweden and the like. I have to say your photography reviews are the best on KZbin. I just need to learn the technical aspects of shooting photos - so I can understand what you are saying. LOL. I work as a Chemical Engineer in Saudi, and it would be nice to photo document that landscape/culture as well - beyond my iPhone. Finally, I am thinking of acquiring this camera over the Leica Q2 as a first camera. Is this good decision? Thanks so much.

[@Beakphoto]

Geez the alley shot at 8:22 almost looks like green screen there's so much separation!

[@videosoftim5200]

Great review thank you! 2 years ago now - would you still recommend it? There is no follow up after the x100v yet…

[@s.oliver3687]

If one does not enjoy the 35mm fullframe equivalent focal length there are two adapters available: A wide one which change the focal length to 28mm fullframe equivalent. And a tele one which change the focal length to 50mm fullframe equivalent. (Down side is that the camera is bigger with these adapters.)

[@R8135003]

beautifully smooth focus transition from the mural to Chris, very smooth. (1min 49sec) Informative review as always.X100V next on my to buy list.ooopppsss.

[@Folly_Inds]

... was... was one scene in this green screened? right at 8:26

[@segura455]

How would I now what setting out the camera in that’s where I get confused

[@karel3654]

Didn't expect the lens improvements to be this significant!

[@delukxy]

You didn't mention the filter cover which I think they supply with the camera to make it weather resistant so you don't need the other adaptors mentioned. It was demo'd at the launch but they didn't say if it was included in the box.

[@kirillvoloshin2065]

would be great to find one below 2k EUR new 😀

[@KAL-589]

Wow....I totally missed that you switched channels....ain't seen a video featuring you for an age!

[@hdrsmit]

no one seems to check this feature... so i'm still trying to find out if you can now capture the digital tele shots in raw or are they still limited to jpegs ?

[@eva00r]

I had X100T and changed to X-T3 because of the lens. Now this is REALLY tempting.

[@mikefeng3703]

I just bought X100F in December. It's the backup camera for my EOS R. Should I upgrade...

[@hugeitsu271]

Excellent review!w. Question: Why can’t I get the ISO below 640 when shooting video in FLog? HELP!!!

[@周大师-g8l]

What Camera & Lens you using on this vlog? it seems perfect

[@yoshiston3r]

I have a question, between the XT100V and XT-3, I'm not using it for professional use (maybe 50/50) but I am a beauty photographer and I need something for travel. For the XT100v, you can't use any other lens other than what it already has? I need something compact, and easy on the go post processing that I can just transfer to my phone. Shooting with a Sony A7rii and rii made that hard.

[@Fredparreira78]

I'd like that Fuji put a dedicated video button instead of forcing us to go through a menu. It would be nice that the shutter button could overrun the video mode also, so we didn't lose a decisive moment because we were recording a video and had to go back to shooting mode.

[@Barrrt]

Loved this video. Request: could you spend some time on showing us the autofocus speed and facial recognition speed in future videos? I think this was a major gripe in the X100 series so far, and to me personally that's one of the most important features. But none of the previewers spends any time on it. Except Gordon Laing, but in a way that I can't really tell the speed since you don't know when he presses the focus button. Thanks

[@mr_cramberry]

Great video! Can Jordan brief us on the video setup he's using whenever he's using the camera that you're reviewing.

[@wilcurran3377]

Really appreciate you leaving out all the tech specs. Your opinions of the camera and the obvious pros and cons make for far more interesting and enjoyable viewing. Keep up the good work!

[@Lucamitm]

Hu, how does this camera low light performance compares to current sony apsc models? Thanks

[@michaeltorres2377]

Great review Chris and Jordan! Please, can you tell me what wrist strap you where using on the V?

[@esppics21]

I'm with you Chris. I can never get used to the 35mm focal length and fixed length.

[@BackhandDriver]

Did Chris say max mechanical shutter speed at 1/2000 3:59? Am i missing something or is the max speed really at 1/4000 mechanical?

[@drs-Rigo-Reus]

Is there a red button with fuji logo to go on the front?

[@normanli2943]

You convinced me to buy it after I watched this video several times...

[@greghum4754]

Woah... it's that warm in Calgary?!

[@mauromatalone3011]

Fantastic review guys, exactly what a photographer would have wanted to hear. Keep your Soul Up!! Cheers, MM

[@sebastianboatca3395]

Great, interesting video for a great camera that's on my wishlist. I had the X100S and tested the X100F and I know quite well the AF weaknesses of those two models. When you say the autofocus is improved, you mean improvement coming from the new sensor+processor+software+new lens... or does this include a new tech AF motor(s) as well? Thanks!

[@teohkayboon]

As this is a fixed lens camera, dust enter into the camera and lens will be troublesome and harder to clean, does it's weathershield means dust proof ?

[@garymanning4578]

Having used the X100 and X100S I got fed up with the lens wide open a bit like the interchangeable prime XF 35f2👎. Once I saw that they had upgraded I bought a 100V s/h, 300 shots for £999/ or $1300 in immaculate condition and I can’t stop using it. Just have to explore the digital zoom feature before I shell out on the converters but so far the lens is so good you can crop fairly heavily I may not need these. and still get fine results. Just loving it. Great review.

[@stevesvids]

This morning my YT feed is alight with x100v reviews... hahaa so many.... who's do I watch first??? DP Review ofcourse. Always the best. Nice one guys... great new camera from Fuji yet again.. All the best..... Steve.

[@impulsesystems]

I am still using the x100s, which brought back memories of my first rangefinder camera and helped me enjoy photography again. XT3 or the x100v? the prices are similar. Thanks for the video.

[@tosvus]

I found the out of focus areas to be busy, but overall amazing camera it seems - might have to get one..

[@misterlove7034]

Is it possible to weather seal this camera with a circular polarizer filter instead of a UV filter?

[@idiachuk]

Surprisingly great video quality of this one. Better than your usual stuff.

[@ren1818ren]

Can you comment on how well this camera works on the zhiyun crane m2? Seems like the perfect travel setup.