I Finally Found The Best Budget Fujifilm Camera

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Where you can buy a used Fujifilm X-T1*:
Fuji X-T1 on MPB (US): prf.hn/l/mVB3PZL
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Lenses used in this video:
Fujifilm XC 35mm F2*: geni.us/HrgPd
Laowa 10mm F4*: geni.us/QHnu
I fell in love with fujifilm cameras when I bought the Fujifilm X-T30. But, if you're searching for a cheap Fuji camera, in this video I'm showing you what I consider to be the best budget Fujifilm camera: the Fujifilm X-T1. In combination with the Fuji X-T1 I use the XC 35mm F2 and Laowa 10mm F4 Cookie. Comparing the X-T1 one to its successors shows that it's much smaller than the X-T3 and X-T4. Fujifilm Cameras have increased in price quite a bit, especially the Fuji X100V, but also the X-Pro 3, X-E3, X-E4 and X100T. I've tested some other budget Fujifilm Cameras before like the X-Pro 1, X-E1, and X-A5, but for beginners and people new to Fujifilm, the xt1 offers the best price to performance.
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- My favourite Fujifilm camera (US) - prf.hn/l/JzY20PN
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- My most used lens (I have the older version of the one linked here) - geni.us/FfmyXd
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[@just_eirik]

That WAS my first Fuji in 2015. Loved it for the most part.

[@futc.photography]

It's hard not to love it 😌

[@UP209D]

Still the best thesedays

[@just_eirik]

@@UP209D Depending on your needs, sure! Thats what cameras are all about, fulfilling your photographic needs. Not everyone needs the latest tech.

[@nimmord.12]

This is my first fujifilm camera… Used it mainly for streets, toy, macro, candid and car photography… Enjoyed 2 years of it with film simulations but recently I tried using it as without the simulation and standard settings to 0. And the camera really shows what it is capable of. Took me 3 years of using the camera to fully utilize what it was to offer. And I still have like 15%-20% of it features untouched. Very fun camera even with manual lenses or with a 23/25mm/35mm prime lens. :) I don’t have a lot of IG followers but I just take and post photos because Camera is just so fun to use.

[@DeHox]

What primes/manual lenses do you use in the 23-35 range do you recommend? Ive been mostly shooting a 40mm Konica but sometimes i want a bit more width.

[@nimmord.12]

@@DeHox I’m using the 35mm since it’s a good all around lens but lately I feel like I need the 23mm for car photography and indoor photos. I only stick to 35mm for some bokeh and close to FF 50mm equivalent… But 23 ain’t bad and it’s more versatile.

[@DeHox]

@@nimmord.12 Fujis own lenses i presume? Or are they Vintage or Third Party(like TTartisan etc)

[@nimmord.12]

@@DeHox I have only one fuji lens. The rest are vintage or modern manual focus lenses like TT artisans or 7artisans. Both work fine it all depends on what kind of experience you want in photography. I use manual for more artsy stuff and the auto focus one for convenience/point and shoot.

[@aleksandars9254]

Whats ur ig? Id love to see your snaps

[@cadencaptures]

I bought my Fuji x-t 1 in 2019 when I was frustrated with my Panasonic and I haven't looked back since. I now have the x-t 2 silver edition and it goes everywhere with me. Love this camera so much

[@futc.photography]

Awesome that's great to hear!!!

[@JasperBunschoten]

I just snapped up a GFX50S! Not a budget camera, but a nice step up from my 5D MK II (which I never used for action photography). Loads of old vintage primes cover the sensor and I just love it. It is a nice partner to my Pentax 67 and Rolleiflex SL66

[@futc.photography]

Very nice!!

[@bubbles581]

Nice!! I'm considering a 100s - would be switching from Sony a7r4 for technical photography

[@JasperBunschoten]

@@bubbles581 A7R4 has better autofocus though! I come from a paltry 9 af points, of whicch only one actually worked. But as like you indicated you are not looking for speed, go for it!

[@DanaPushie]

I agree, the X-T1 is still a wee beast of a camera. While my regular workhorse is a Canon APS-C I picked up the X-T1 recently and I couldn't be happier. The original owner used the Fuji as a backup studio camera and it clearly was rarely used. The best price I've seen recently was $464 US, but, prices appear to be climbing. Great video, B-roll and shots; well done. Thanks for sharing. Cheers.

[@Misty.293]

I bought mine 4 years ago for $350. Still great to this day day.

[@futc.photography]

Great to hear it's holding up well in the long-term!!

[@DeHox]

I honestly took this as a sign. Ive been wanting a X-T1 for about 2 years, always cheaped out even on deals that where good. Found one for sale bundled with a XF 18-55 WR a couple of days ago. The bidding had 20minutes left on it when i found this video had been posted 12 minutes ago. Enough said. I now have a X-T1 inbound(as my first "real" camera). Might have to pickup the preset as a thanks if i like it as much as i think i will. +subbed

[@futc.photography]

Niceee!!!! I'm sure you'll enjoy it 😁 Thank you for your support!

[@stereodan7180]

Do you like it? The autofocus?

[@DeHox]

@@stereodan7180 Sorry for late reply. But yeah i love it! I have it with me more or less daily. Its my first "proper" camera so i wouldnt have much to compare to as of the auto focus and ive had limited time in using the XF 18-55 cause i learned quickly i prefer using manual focus and probably 85% of the time ive had a Konica 40mm f1.8 on there.

[@schlotbacke]

Bought my first Fuji (X T1) in January 2024 besides having already FF and MFT. For 250€ one of my best buys. Incredible images! Warping connector cover is sadly nearly always a problem.

[@futc.photography]

It's hard to beat for that money!

[@PDSdoto]

I'm a very happy owner of the XT2 and I honestly think that the upgrades are worth the price difference (that is not that much of you can get a good deal on one). Also, nostalgic neg >>>> classic chrome 😂

[@mattgti86]

Bought my X-T20 used four years ago and still love it. Astia film simulation for most things especially skin

[@futc.photography]

Yeah Astia also works really well in a lot of situations!

[@aleksandars9254]

Why clickbait with $250 in thumbnail.

[@socksonfeet8125]

Yea getting tired of these guys click baiting me lol, seems like they all lie to get views lol

[@manuelwidl7245]

6:51 Just bought my first Fujifilm Camera( X-T1 )and i love the 16 Mega-Pickles🥒🥒🥒...fun to the side😊 i also tried later models but the image quality has something special to it! New subscriber here...keep it up👍

[@nelsonZeledon]

fell into a waterfall with my xpro 1 so i copped a decently used xt1, i think i like it better tbh. imma cop a grip asap.

[@ServeWithRice]

Dang, how’d you fall?

[@ForrestWu]

Just brought the X-T1 a few weeks ago. Love it especially the Graphite Edition…

[@futc.photography]

Yeah the graphite version looks amazing! 😍

[@yesteryearcameras]

Great Video! The X-T1 is a great camera. I just bought it (again...) and it's unbelievable 10 years old ! There are some flaws, but the results are so good! You can use it for fun and serious. The newer models are overpriced. X-T2 is also very good, but the colors are not the same somehow... Keep it up👍🏻

[@futc.photography]

I appreciate it!! Yeah the colors on the X-Trans 1 and X-Trans 2 seem to be different, but I can't put my finger on it. I just saw some images again yesterday that I took with the X-Pro 1 a while back and was surprised once again how great the colors are.

[@Lawrence64]

Good job, friend! I had curiosity about this one. Thanks for sharing.

[@futc.photography]

Thanks for watching!

[@Prinz-19]

I couldn’t agree more! I have owned and used the XT1 for a while… it such a great camera and I enjoyed every second shooting with it😊 That tiny camera comparison joke got me out of nowhere😂😂

[@futc.photography]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😁❤️

[@EcclecticNerd]

Bought an XT-1 a few months after getting into the Fuji system with the XE-1. While I really like the corner EVF, the extra magnification on the XT-1 is a real treat.

[@futc.photography]

Yes it's shocking how large the viewfinder of the X-T1 is!!

[@stereodan7180]

I've been using XE1 for year, do you feel any upgrade for the af speed compared to XE1?

[@EcclecticNerd]

@@stereodan7180the XT-1s af might be a bit faster, but I started shooting on old Pentax DSLRs so they’re both quick enough for me. The XT-1 is a more reliable especially in low light since it has phase detect af.

[@stereodan7180]

@@EcclecticNerd I didn't know that X-T1 is already has phase detection af, bcs it was in the same generation as X-E1, and X-E1 didn't have it.

[@earlfenwick]

Or spend it building new speakers...😊 And you're right about film sims. But monochrome plus red! Btw, The xt1 feels so good in the ✋.

[@futc.photography]

True, I also love acros + red on my XT30!

[@3d3nPlayz]

hi saw this and thought "250 wasnt that much" however when i searched it up the cheapest i found was like 500-600. i was wondering where you bought yours so i can get myself one

[@MA-xd9zl]

Same here, you can find 450 but with no lens at all

[@asteria7577]

Last year i managed to get one in perfect condition with the 18-55 kit lens for $500 Canadian. People complaining just need to stalk ebay and facebook for good deals.

[@futc.photography]

I agree haha! It's not that difficult with just a tad of patience on eBay

[@jim_bocho]

I just sold my X-T1 as I was carrying around my X100V mostly, but I must admit: I'm starting to miss it already.

[@futc.photography]

This is me every time I sell a camera 😂

[@UP209D]

oh no, if you compare RAW or JPEG side by side, the same lens, you will definitely be craving, X100V is so convenient and has a bunch of extra settings to play with, but the source quality of the picture the sensor pushed out is not on par with X-T1

[@massimob4054]

the only reason i bring around my XE3 instead of my XT1 as the everyday camera is that The XE charges it's battery in camera so i can leave the charger at home. If only someone made a usb ported np-w126 like the smallrig 235 it would be perfect.

[@futc.photography]

Ah yes that's a very convenient feature of the newer Fuji Cameras, and I've used it a quite a bit with my X-T30.

[@simonrockstream]

Cheapest I found in 8 months was $450.

[@futc.photography]

Here in Germany they are getting auctioned for around 200€ regularly :/

[@kayhartkamp234]

great video, quite funny for a German? I got a deal like this on a X-T2 with a grip for 475

[@kevinburke6446]

I'm enjoying the same journey shooting an X T-30 and the X T-1.

[@hellomelika1355]

can you recommend the shop you bought it from ? I can not find it less than 500 $

[@lerx1980]

I bought the XT-1 in graphite myself for very cheap but didn't have time to use it yet. I am a canon 5D shooter and couldn't decide if I go with the RP or stay with the XT-1. Bought a fringer adapter today and won't go FF mirrorless yet. ;) I wish you would have compared the XT-1 a little bit more with your newer camers in day to day use. Nevertheless great video :)

[@v_stands_for_value124]

Don't believe those dudes saying every old Fujifilm camera is great, most of them take dog piss photos, the AF leaves the chat every time u need it and the battery lasts so little it's not even funny (talking as Fujifilm fan)

[@wesbroome2411]

I wanted the XT30 mk2 but it's on back order TBD everywhere in my country. (and the world it seems)

[@haszoka]

Cheapest Fujifilm X-T1 starts at 319 EUR at MBP, which is X-E1, arguably a worse camera. Don't do this man. Not you but the entire KZbin. Every month at least 10 people I follow come up with the best 100/200/300$ camera for whatever type of photography, and it's NEVER even a close price. Don't do this please. Stop promoting 10 year old cameras just because you miraculously found the lowest price in history of a camera.

[@futc.photography]

Of course MPB isn't going to be the lowest price, they offer an additional service and want to take their cut as well. Going to eBay and looking at the history of sold X-T1's (at least here in Germany) shows several X-T1's being auctioned for close to 200€, so even less than what I paid. It's really not a miracle to find one under 300€ with a bit of patience...

[@DeHox]

Looking for the best deals honestly can be defeating. I just purchased one (like right now) together with a XF 18-55 kitlens for 440€. Is it the best price i could have gotten.. Probably not. Was it a good deal? to some maybee, hell its its not the best deal ive seen. What matters is its all in if you are lucky/bold enough to take the plunge in buying a deal good enough for your budget. Atleast you know now that its worth 250USD, If you happen to pass one at 270 or 280 .. you're not far off. Everyone can't make deal of a lifetime type deals daily. Also Region pricing makes these recommendations even more defeating to some cause some countries (like mine) has a massive electronics tax. for 250USD to be a "Good" price. Good luck in the bang-for-buck hunt!

[@TungstenOvergaard]

This is just shit to create shit content. Simple as that. They need to keep up with the algorithm.

[@v_stands_for_value124]

I paid 350 for an almost perfect condition XE2s and takes shet photos with the worst autofocus ever seen in my life I live shet photos because they """look like film""" but those are just bad, this camera somehow smooths everything like -50 clarity on Lightroom

[@TungstenOvergaard]

@@v_stands_for_value124 shet but views. Shet but join the hype of the algorithm. Shet cameras for Shet content.

[@karihardarson1234]

I have an XT2. Annoyingly, I can't seem to find a better camera. I guess I must look for some concert tickets.

[@ChrisBrogan]

My first time here. And I laughed about the taylor swift tickets but I guffawed at "fart jokes." Oh, and good post!

[@futc.photography]

I had to google the meaning of guffawed to realize it's a big compliment 😂 I appreciate that very much, thank you!

[@codyallen3729]

Nice overview of the camera but if you are going to mention classic chrome as the best film sim of choice, it would have been a lot more useful to see images without your personal presets on them or at least do a side by side with just the base film sim and your edited version...

[@futc.photography]

Thanks for watching! I didn't think it would fit here, this video is about the camera, not really about the film simulation stuff in detail. There are loads of videos on classic chrome and I have two videos on film simulation recipes on my channel.

[@codyallen3729]

@@futc.photography I'm not saying specifically about the film simulation; I only mentioned that because you brought it up in the video but you're giving an overview of a camera then slapping a preset on the photos which leaves the viewer with no clue what kind of results they'd expect sooc; the earlier x-trans sensors are well known for the color rendition and with a preset on top of the examples, we don't get to see that. Just some friendly feedback, I like your vids and shoot an x-t30ii.

[@UP209D]

X-T1 is lighter and smaller than all X-Tx later, still providing the most magical and emotional photos with Xtrans 2nd gen - best gen

[@frankartale1026]

I had the X-T1 & the X-T2. I don't know exactly why, but i liked the X-T1 better and it is as small as my X-E1. I like the X-E form factor better so i sold the X-T1.

[@user-ke8gx4zc9s]

Are the film simulations any good with the X-T1?

[@davidcanada3609]

what are your opinions about the Fujifilm XT100?

[@lwwells]

X-E2 gets my vote.

[@jeannenicolle3684]

Great video, as always !

[@futc.photography]

I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!!

[@janschreiber2706]

Wieder einmal cooles Video :D

[@SunnyBear]

16 megapickles you say? That’s impressive.

[@xenonoah]

Just save and get a t30

[@q5sys]

Waldo is always hidden... and always watching...

[@futc.photography]

Hahaha

[@PHO.VIDEO.HA.]

I have a even better deal, Pentax K20D for 50 euros, with lenses and everything, I don't feel the need for a Fujifilm camera but still interesting video...

[@FFAIZISA]

Not a Fuji, doesn’t count. Video is about best budget Fuji fyi.

[@martingreenberg870]

Classic chrome doesn’t help me for B&W. I want Acros. $250 for any Fuji camera is a bargain. Why is it when I look at videos like yours I can’t find the camera for anywhere near the price you suggest? Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

[@futc.photography]

It's easy to find them for $250 or even less (at least here in Germany) just gotta stay vigilant on eBay

[@DazeyChaineMusic]

Hard to believe some people will pay good money for a hat that is pre distressed, just that whole “buying my clothes pre torn” thing is baffling to me as a carpenter/someone who has worked w their hands their entire life. Must get real awkward when you’re out and about and run into somebody with the exact same tear patterns As you got on your hat bill. Probably an odd thing to point out and be obsessed about it. Just kind of throws off the whole. I just bought this brand new shirt at JCPenney’s Vibe you got going on

[@futc.photography]

Yeah I need to buy my stuff pre-torn because I'm busy farting at my desk all day

[@kristaps4412]

Kevin's famous chilli

[@futc.photography]

little did I know that scene would predict my future

[@tomislavmiletic_]

I bought mine back in 2015, new, and will never sell it... By the way, learn how to paint (walls), you'll save a ton of money.

[@futc.photography]

Yeah I've painted walls before, I'm not a pro but they've always turned out decent haha

[@ronny5489]

✔️ 'promo sm'

[@xray111xxx]

Yes I need Fujifilm to stay popular. I buy other makes that aren't. Deflection purchasing.

[@socksonfeet8125]

Its nowhere near $250 for the body and lens...stop lying lol. The body alone goes for $450-500, the mint condition ones still go for $900. That $450-500 gets you a good Nikon or Canon DSLR with a handful of lenses. Still doesn't make sense to go for Sony or Fuji if you're looking for best value for your dollar.

[@futc.photography]

That might be the case in the US, but I paid 250 bucks for the body, and sold it again for the same.

[@socksonfeet8125]

@@futc.photography where are you based out of then? cause it seems I get a lot of video recommendations on my homepage that are made by people from non english speaking countries, but the content creator like yourself is speaking english. Is most of your audience in english in US and UK? if your speaking english I'm just naturally gonna assume your in the UK, US or AUS and are using our prices, but prices in AUS is extremely overpriced so I always rule them out of everything lol. Seems kinda weird to say "Hey guys look I got this camera for $100" in English but your living in Afghanistan lol

[@futc.photography]

@@socksonfeet8125 living in Germany, prices in the UK should be similar. My videos are viewed in 100+ countries, I can’t take every single market into account, especially because the price could suddenly change at any time after I post the video. I’ll say the price I paid at the time of recording, and that’s all I can do…