I bought a Fuji X-E4 in 2024 ( A Sony users experience )

Hey guys, Late last year I bought a Fuji camera. Not knowing much about Fuji's ecosystem I decided to dive head first and give it a whirl. If it seems like I don't know what I'm talking about it's probably because I don't know what I'm talking about haha. Thanks for watching and don't be too harsh on me for this one. I had a fun time with this shoot.
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[@noisackda2564]

Strait POV stuff starts at kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqbNd4N7nbKpaac

[@shred3005]

The thing about a camera like the Fuji X-E4 is that once you’ve set it up, you shouldn’t have to dive into menus too often. The simplicity of the exposure triangle with aperture ring on the lens and dial for the shutter speed and either put the ISO on the front wheel, or leave it in auto. Enjoy the simplicity of not worrying about Anything, but the basics and creating art through your vision

[@noisackda2564]

I've had some more time to play with it and you're right. I'm finding that once I've gotten a few settings to my liking I'm never having to go back and touch them again. Learning recipes now and it's so facinating. The level of customization is insane.

[@jdstrobist]

Thanks for sharing this awesome video and all the best for the rest of 2024! 😎✌️

[@noisackda2564]

Thanks for the kindness :) All the best to you in 2024 as well.

[@LeedsRider]

Hey, I am a Fuji shooter. I work events and use the X-T5 & X-E4. The X-E4 is a godsend for capturing 'moments' as people certainly act differently compared to when you're shooting with a more DSLR-like camera. I don't know why, but you're not alone in noticing the difference in reaction. Fujifilm JPEGs are great and take out most of the editing work. I shoot JPEG + RAW a lot of the time just in case the JPEG isny flexible enough in editing.

[@pancakelens75]

I do the exact same thing with my XE-4, I always shoot JPG+Raw because I often go with an Lr edit of the Raw file. While my A7IV is an incredibly powerful camera, I absolutely LOVE my little XE-4!

[@HiImZ91]

Oooh I love thissss, first-person photography vids, I came from photography before picking up video and always thought of doing this so I can mix both worlds, but I need a DJI first now lol! Love the colors on your vids btw!

[@noisackda2564]

I think you would love doing it! I enjoyed this way too much! It really frees you from having to come up with a concept for a video and makes you focus on one simple thing. Plus it kills two birds with one stone and allows you to do both video and photography.

[@IntrovertAmateur]

The tool for art is that huge tablet behind you for creating anime and I really wish I could stop by see you do your creative job on that thing :D Back to topic - I was waiting for this video since you mentioned you got the XE4 :) Your street shots just look amazing man! And I'm looking forward to more videos with your Fuji. Simply great job! When I had my X100V and entered the Fuji space I made the same experience. The menu completely overwhelmed me, but overtime I was able to get used to it like the old Sony menu. Specially the deep dive into custom film simulations shows how much options you have to setup your own look. Fuji is just fun to use. If we were in the same neighbourhood I would lend you my Leica's just to play around in comparion :D. It's because of Fuji why I went down that rabbit hole ^^''

[@noisackda2564]

Oh no! I think I might be going down the same hole. I love the feeling these cameras evoke. I just love the physical feel of them and the types of noises they make. Maybe it's my old age coming out. I'm again looking at the photos I took and they look even better when I zoom in on them. I totally get why people love them so much. This tablet behind me is great but it takes up all my space lol. And I always forget I always have some sort of dorky ass art up :P Very professional I know. I need to present my space better when I do youtube, but maybe this adds to my carefree person. I really don't stress and care too much about set up haha. Just wake up and do it! type of guy. I started looking up recipes and wow! Exciting stuff! What a unique and fun ecosystem. Thanks again for all the kindness :)

[@IntrovertAmateur]

@@noisackda2564 Your very welcome :). Yeah the physical and tactile feel and the noise also was something I somehow enjoyed, which led me towards film photography - so many topics I’m toying around and so limited time. Having my channel is my way to somehow justify that stuff a bit 😆 To be honest I really like the look of your setup, even if you find it unorganised. Your some headphones hanging and a PS5, tells more about your personality which I like. My current setup is just my half living room/ half kitchen with all the toy mess of my daughters 😅 But I just try to ignore that fact to get the recordings done. When the girls are getting a bit older, I might be able to create a separate recording space and record more. But for now it’s what I can do to keep the channel going. Fast lenses at least help a bit to bokeh the mess away 😂

[@noisackda2564]

​@@IntrovertAmateur Yeah I'm a bit of a tech nerd as well as a "nerd nerd" that likes anime haha! Otaku is the word? I've mellowed out quite a bit actually. I used to be much worse :P But I am fortunate to have this space all to myself. You know I don't even notice your background. Like you said, fast lens haha. Movie magic.

[@theblackmanarmedwithacamera]

FIRST TIME WATCHING YOUR VIDEOS! GLAD YOU DIG THE FUJI!! I DIG THE SHOTS YOU GOT FROM IT! LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING/ LEARNING VIDEO OFF YOUR CHANNEL! SUBBED!!!🤘🏾🤘🏾

[@noisackda2564]

Thank you brother. Yeah Fuji is something else :)

[@EvanLindy]

Not just saying this because you did haha BUT this is probably one of my favourite videos of yours!! Photos look sweet!! Great work man, MORE POV 👌🏼

[@EvanLindy]

Gotta say the camera body look so cool as well!

[@noisackda2564]

Haha! I thing I talk too much, but its not bad. I do like the POV part though. MORE POV!!!

[@noisackda2564]

@@EvanLindy I feel all fancy and stuff when I take pictures with it. Need a curly moustache and a pipe and scarf now.

[@TravelingAhn]

Noi, on my trip so haven't found an opportunity to comment till now. I loved it! That's so cool that you got a hold of a Fuji! I've heard that they do wonderful out of the camera shots and certainly you proved it! I really appreciated how you took us on your journey and your thoughts as you experimented with photography. I just finished my first full day in Hong Kong, have you been here yet? I think you would love the photography and videography opportunities. The city center reminded me of Tokyo at times, only with mountains as the backdrop! I think I got inspired by you and I took over 300 pictures today after watching your video the night before (hahaha). I was reticent about taking the Sony ZV-E10, but so glad I did! That's a really interesting observation you made about how people reacted towards you when it came to photography vs. vlogging! It makes sense because I think photography is a much more appreciated art! Anyways, this video was so good. You have a great way of delivering your thoughts and experiences!

[@noisackda2564]

Adam!!!! I’m so jealous you are surrounded by so many amazing opportunities when it comes to capturing interesting scenery. The west is just so boring. We have very little culture over here and specially in Canada. Just trees and fields and Walmart :/ . I hate it here in that respect. I want to visit the east more. Life is so dense and populated. Never boring, but probably not a great place to live if you want solitude lol. Thanks for the kind words :) are you going to do a FPV video? I think you should! You have the perfect setup for it and like I said before. I love watching them :p it presents a very raw perspective of an area in the world we may not be able to visit. I would love to go to a place like Thailand and do some. Right now I’m in Hawaii so I plan on doing one here. To my point about photography vs vlogging I think what you said is right. People accept photography as art since it’s an older discipline as well. A lot of beautiful moments in history has been documented with photography and I think people can appreciate that. Nothing good has ever come from vlogging in peoples eyes. They associate it with crappy people going to Japan and making fun of locals haha. So sad. Anyway, thanks for the thoughts. I always appreciate your words and your take on things.

[@TravelingAhn]

@@noisackda2564 Hey Noi, that's right, I forgot you are in Hawaii, very nice! Yeah, I grew up in the Mid-west in the States where Walmart was the only place to go (hahaha). Even though I'm technically introverted, I really love living in dense populations! Yeah, I think you're right, I should do a FPV! I realize my strengths are not really in "Vlogging" in the traditional sense. But really appreciate those that have made it an art form. Speaking of art, I think with your new camera, you could really dive pretty deep into photography. It seems you got a good eye for it!

[@noisackda2564]

@@TravelingAhn Introverted extrovert. Same as me :P Thanks for the kind words. I studied art so I think laws of composition transfer well bwtween all cerative diciplines.

[@constantinelykiard1644]

Hi Noi, thank you for the video. I had a 100 V which was fun but not flexible enough so I changed it for the E4 with a wider lens It is a simpler camera and by the way seems to shorter shutter dwell which is better for my street photography. Next stop Tokyo I think it will do well there. Before I was shooting Olympus PenF with a12mm which has been awesome but the Fuji jpegs are such a time saver practically removing the need for raw editing.

[@noisackda2564]

Nice! I still want an X100V :P, but the E4 is great. Like you said the versatility of it is a huge deal. Being able to change lenses and such I'm surprised it's not more popular than the 100V. It's going to be a dream in Tokyo! I'm actually jelouse because I wish I had this camera when I went there. Take a lot of photos and maybe even use it as a business opportunity. You can sell your photos as packs on Artstation. I've purchased some myself oddly enough for reference as an artist. The jpg's coming out of this camera is insane. Have a great time.

[@EvanLindy]

Hyped to see some Hawaii content!

[@noisackda2564]

You know what? I will shoot stuff in Hawaii but I think I'm going to just enjoy it more. Maybe make only one vlog with it when I get back.

[@EvanLindy]

@@noisackda2564 you better or I’m un-subbing.

[@noisackda2564]

@@EvanLindy Fine then I'll un-sub to you! Ha!

[@AntzMr]

I love the user experience on cameras. A cold day in downtown Yonge and Eglinton. Cheers.

[@noisackda2564]

Yeah that's right lol. So damn cold I almost just gave up and went home then I thought about how youtube algorithms don't give up and go home LOL.

[@AntzMr]

Hahah, I can imagine. The winter is brutal

[@noisackda2564]

@@AntzMr It is! But surpisingly it has been pretty tame this year. The day i shot this vid was the coldest day haha.

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

Haha - I just bought an XT-20 and probably going to get the X-T5

[@noisackda2564]

"Oh hey Mark" These cameras are something else. I was just also now looking at an X-T5 coincidently.

[@edwardpike1]

I own the Pro 2 and XT-20. I came from shooting Nikon for more than 40 years and m 4/3 for maybe 5 years. When I first started using Fuji, I thought I had made a big mistake. But being I had given my Nikon to a son and traded my m 4/3 system to pay for the Pro 2 l was going to Learn how to use the Fuji system. Found a tutorial at creative live on line and the rest is history. Loved the system once I understood the basics and had no regrets.

[@noisackda2564]

That's really bold of you to switch from a system after 40 years! Happy the Fuji is working out for you. I just love what they are doing. I love the aesthetic as well. They really pay homage to their legacy in how they style their cameras. I feel like I'm holding a piece of art in my hands.

[@snaprifice]

Fuji has an indescribable look, I agree. It's often the one I find myself trying to recreate the most when I do photo or video. A lot of people say Canon color has a certain magic, but I just don't see it. Fuji color all the way.

[@noisackda2564]

Yeah naw. I don't beleive in the Canon hype. I think it handles skins tones in a flattering way and that's why people love it, but yeah. Just underwelming to me. Fuji is light years ahead if you are looking at creative and beautiful colors.

[@houghwhite411]

Astia love, astia life

[@saadnnoor]

I moved to sony from fuji by watching your videos (zve1 owner now) Even tho I sold all my fuji gears I kept the x100v. I am glad that I kept it bc I dont like the jpeg colors from sony SOOC

[@noisackda2564]

Nice! We almost have the same set up haha! Jelouse of the X100V though.

[@stkuj]

I might suggest a few options for Japan, you might try the Pocket 3 instead as it's far less intrusive. Also, I opted for go with the a7cii for my travel camera to Japan & Vietnam. I have the small Sony 40 2.5 and it looks like a point & shoot. Just my 2 cents...Keep up the great work! BTW, I shot Fuji before moving to Sony 3 years ago. The XE-4 is a small powerhouse.

[@noisackda2564]

I was very close to pulling the trigger on the pocket 3 and then discovered that the new iPhones shoot log files!!!! Almost bought that yesterday but a friend told me to wait to get the 16 because apparently, that's a lucky number for a person born the year of the dragon. I just realized how absurd what I just wrote down sounded haha. Thanks for the advice and kind words :)

[@Balooz]

Hi Noi, Nice video, I have the XE4 and the XT4 and they are both great cameras, I use mine for video too....

[@noisackda2564]

Thank you! Fuji is amazing. I love their cameras. Being a Sony shooter it's a nice addition to my camera collection. I haven't shot video with my XE4 yet. Sony is just so great at it I don't usually look to other camera systems for that.

[@JG-np7qp]

I went from Sony a6600 to Fuji 2 years ago. I had the XT5 with its 40mp sensor. I actually sold it for the XE4. As a working photographer the XT5s buffer is pretty small. Combined with the large files, it was too slow. I’ll eventually make my way over to the XH2s with its stacked sensor.

[@noisackda2564]

Oh man! Stacked sensor is a game changer! Very excited for the future of Fuji. For me, Sony for video and Fuji for photos all day.

[@westdk6705]

Fuji 4 ever !!! ❤❤

[@noisackda2564]

I totally get it now!

[@westdk6705]

@@noisackda2564 search for Fuji X weekly. You can find a lot of film simulations!! 🙋 Keep posting Noi ! Hi from Denmark ⛄

[@MessageOfANationRecords]

Are we not gonna mention how clean the pov footage is? what!

[@noisackda2564]

Appreciate it :)

[@justlivication]

“I’m not a photographer” 😅 You definitely have a knack for it!! Pics look great, didn’t need GAS for more stuff though 😂

[@noisackda2564]

Thanks man. When it comes to spending money on tech all common sense goes out the door for me. As me to spend over a dollar on water then nope. Can’t do that, but thousands on tech I don’t need? No problem haha

[@korteksvisceralzen2694]

Fujifilm FTW! I have an X-A7 and I love that camera despite it's age an reception by photographers. (I shot Nikon DSLR for years and don't get the complaints about the A-X7). Anyway, got my eye on the X-E4 😊.

[@noisackda2564]

Nice! I love the X-E4. Wonderful camera but buy a grip if you get it haha!

[@DavidMBanes]

I bought my used X-E4 in early January 2024 after selling my new (6 months old) OMD E-M10 IV and a few lenses. I wanted the same, excellent jpg out of the camera, after all why should be have to post process images in a digital age? I then sold my Lumix GX880 and remaining lenses to get an XF10. I'm hooked on Fujifilm. :) Great video.

[@noisackda2564]

Thanks so much! I totally agree with you. No need to edit stuff when you can do everything in-camera :)

[@timbrowntown]

Not a photographer? Coulda fooled me. Your composition is stellar. However, I liked the photos you got with the Siriu lenses and the fx30 in a recent video just as much.

[@noisackda2564]

Thanks Tim. I liked those photos a lot as well but I had to color correct the crap out of them :( I don't find that fun.

[@timbrowntown]

@@noisackda2564 Yep. I'm no good at color correcting photos. Too much work. Honestly, that's why I shoot all photos with a good mobile with computational photography. I know it's not the same as mirror less but it's closer than video is with larger sensors. If I were a photo guy then definitely something like the Fuji. I think there's a Leica but it's expensive.

[@noisackda2564]

@@timbrowntown Oh don't even start with Leica. Knowing me, I'll end up owning one by the end of the year *sigh*

[@timbrowntown]

@@noisackda2564 do it!

[@richmediafilms]

You 100% should make another one of these but start to finish straight POV

[@noisackda2564]

Thank you sir. 100% I want to do more of these but this is my intro to them so a lot of talking happened haha. This was very fun to edit together as well so that's a huge plus.

[@richmediafilms]

@noisackda2564 that's great to hear. BTW I love the grading on your videos I'm currently using the a6400 but the fx30 is on the wish list one day

[@noisackda2564]

@@richmediafilms Thanks so much man. Honestly, you can grade any footage to look great. The A6400 is insanely nice in most situations. FX-30 is also nice :P

[@franciskikomanliclic]

Hi great stuff and made me also look for xe4 for out travel in Japan. What lens are you using at the start of your video here? I’m also using zve1 for video

[@noisackda2564]

Thanks man. Do eeeeet! The ZV-E1 and xe4 combo for Japan is a killer combo!The lens I used for the vlogging bits in this video is the Sony 20-70mm F4. Pretty much the perfect all in one travel lens IMO until we get a 16-70 f 1.4 :P #notgonnahappen

[@franciskikomanliclic]

@@noisackda2564 going to get mine tomorrow! Lol, for now will pair with kitlens but will go the same with 23mm f2. Man, ZVE1 is beast even in low light, will check thay 20-70mm f4. Seems like all rounder and will keep my GAS for lens lol

[@noisackda2564]

@@franciskikomanliclic Nice! Enjoy it :) I wish I had my XE4 while I was in Japan. Do something fun and go try and find a Fuji camera in Japan :P It's impossible, and yes, The ZV-E1 is a beast! I wouldn't even consider an F4 lens on any other camera but an F4 lens on the E1 can shoot in the dark. It's that good! Most of my Osaka footage was at night and it performed incredibly.

[@Drsunnychan]

Which lens were you using? Great video

[@noisackda2564]

Thank you :) I'm using the Fujinon XF 23mm f/2.0 here.

[@TheShadeSki]

from a sony a7riv and xpro-2 user pov, Sony's menu is a labryinth compared to fuji (even after getting used to it) LOL

[@noisackda2564]

I hear people say that but for me it’s the opposite lol. I’m very familiar with the Sony system though. Gone through four Sony cameras so it makes sense.

[@maxvorobey1316]

What’s considered a good deal for a xe4? Not trying to get scalped

[@noisackda2564]

This is a tough one. If money is tight I wouldn't consider it. No matter what, it's going to be marked up. I wouldn't pay any more than 1200 USD personally. I think you can snag one for this price since I see a lot of people selling theirs to offset the cost of an X100VI. Keep in mind and always ask for the shutter count as well. If it's high you can negotiate a lower price. A low shutter count I would say is 10000 and less. All the best.

[@maxvorobey1316]

@@noisackda2564 ended up purchasing an x100v for $1300 with 900 shutter, box paperwork, all the jazz, literally looked brand new! There’s some benefit to the new x100vi coming out after all 😅😆

[@noisackda2564]

@@maxvorobey1316 Hahaha! Congrats! That's pretty much a new camera :)

[@TheMishupo]

the colors of Sony were so bad. I always needed to correct them. With Fuji its much better.

[@noisackda2564]

For photography? Yeah, it takes work. Fuji is definitely a step ahead in this regard.

[@Regzillaaa]

Yea that’s exactly why I have ordered a small Fuji camera because my big fat Sony lenses scare people

[@noisackda2564]

Hahaha! 🥲

[@BrianCatalano]

The video makes me so angry! Now I'm over here trying to buy another camera I don't need... Thanks a lot!! (Exclaimed with double sarcasm) But seriously, does it have all the same simulations as all the modern Fujis?

[@noisackda2564]

Damn man. So sorry but you made me buy a heat fan so we are even? Okay maybe not even but still. From my understanding all of the fuji cameras with an X in it has the same film simulations. I dunno, im pretty sure the only reason I bought this camera was because some influencers told me it was good :P I don't know much about this brand. The photos are insane though. After I posted this video I thought about pulling it down because I have a feeling people are going to call me out on how dumb I sound haha. Ah well.

[@BrianCatalano]

@@noisackda2564 ha ha... Yeah, that's fair! Also, definitely leave the video up, your brand is authentic without a salesmanship-y bravado, so I think we appreciate you giving us your honest take on the camera whilst not trying to persuade us that you know more than you do... It's refreshing! The few things in life that I'm qualified to talk about, I don't. Yet, I'm a little obsessed with this camera stuff and am like you, attracting like minded obsessives by sharing online!

[@noisackda2564]

@@BrianCatalano Thanks man. Means a lot coming from you. So when's your next video sir?

[@BrianCatalano]

@@noisackda2564 of course! I got caught in one of those video cyclones where I accidentally started four videos instead of finishing one! Hope to get one done next week. I'm reviewing a screen extender for my MacBook Air... because I'm tired of trying to edit videos on a 13" screen! What are you doing next!?

[@noisackda2564]

@@BrianCatalano You edit on one screen? How?! I need three minimum!! What Am I don't next? I actually don't know. I never plan anything TBH. I just got back from Hawaii so I guess I can do a general vlog. Yeah that's what I'll do.