I picked up Fujifilm's smallest camera.

I LOVE this little camera. It's only been two weeks, but I can't stop staring at it.
*Correction XPro1 has X-trans 1. I meant XT1 has the X-trans2. But you knew that.
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[@GregCarrick]

Welcome to the X70 fan club. This little gem was my first Fujifilm, and instantly converted me to the whole line up.

[@gerben4875]

Getting on today per mail for 380 euros in pristine condition, cant wait!

[@HVRIS]

They seriously need to make an X80

[@BEM_01]

If they are making 2nd version I hope the name it x70s or x70ii. Fujifilm naming is quite confusing honestly.

[@glpro2696]

Xe4 imo it’s one their best

[@jakerswm1983]

I totally agree, the xtrans 2 has a special quality to it. I like it more than any other sensor

[@andrewasher2201]

It's like magic for personal life photo-documenting

[@erichart1717]

Yes to more videos on the X-70. It's honestly a beautifully simple companion camera, if only I could justify getting one.

[@matthewstake4093]

The best photos I’ve ever taken were with my XT-1. You are so right about the “filmic quality.” The XT-3 may appear sharper and have better dynamic range but it’s almost too clinical. I have this lingering fear that Fujifilm is drifting away from what made them special.

[@maxgarner3644]

The x70 is my OG Fuji - gave it to my daughter and she is still using it and loves it!

[@jamesallison5726]

Picked one of these up a couple of months back to compliment my XT3. Took both on a recent holiday and ended up using the X70 for 90% of it. The pics it produces are great and not having to worry about which lens to take with me each time is a great relief.

[@gillyb44]

I’ve just bought an unused still in original sealed packaging an X30. 12 mp camera . Super sharp images even at F2. Fantastic street camera with its 28-112 manual zoom. Quirky little thing but so much fun to use. You should look for one and do a review on it. Just don’t go above ISO 400. Thanks for all your down to earth videos.

[@problemat1que]

My X30 makes magical photos in daylight with a TT350 flash...

[@RodLittle]

agree, I got a load of use out of my X20, and looking back at the photos, they are great. Smaller than an X70 too I would guess

[@jimsakai]

I own an X30 and it is so much fun. A small camera with a 28-112 f2-2.8 lens. Smallish sensor but that allows the camera/lens to be small. A joy to use!

[@rustichub1914]

x70 better

[@gstrummer]

Omar, you're awesome. Yes, please more on this camera

[@avenson]

I love that camera..how i wish Fuji releases a X80. The old xtrans sensors are just wonderful. That’s why I’m never getting rid of my T1, T10 and Pro1.

[@david.h.riesen]

This was my first Fuji camera, which I bought in 2016. Then XT20, then XT3. After examining all my photos during this time the X70 was the most fun camera with a lot of nice photos, excellent selfies and my daily life. It is not made for video (loud focus noise) nor moving targets. I love the image quality but don't know if the sensor has an impact (I am not an expert on this). 16 MP is perfectly fine for printing. I really don't understand why Fuji is not providing an update on X70!!! I considered buying X-E4 but saw your video recently and am not sure what to do next. I think: nothing as long as my cameras don't break.

[@toml8380]

YES!! I just got a used x70 two months ago and I absolutely love it. It’s my favorite camera and I take it everywhere with me. I’ve gotten some amazing photos with it I can’t wait to see what you get!

[@StuntMcCartney]

Twins! I've been shooting mine since December and finally learned how to shoot it properly since January. It's a cute little metal brick that I take out when I need the focal length.

[@Julia-on7mj]

Your videos bring me so much joy, thank you! Also, the XT1 was my first foray into mirrorless and I still have it and love it! I did recently upgrade to the xpro3 and am loving having both. This makes me want an x70!

[@captainianr]

I’ve had one for years. Great camera. It’s looking battle scarred and worn out now but still takes such great sharp pictures. It goes places where I can’t or don’t want to take a bigger camera. For 16mp it’s incredible. It went back to FUJIFILM for some love and came back with a new lens and buttons. Free of charge!!

[@MihneaStoian]

XT1 and XE2 here - love them both.

I recently got a Fujifilm XF10 and it gets me great images with that X100T style I loved so much, but with a fantastic 24mpx. And it fits in my pocket. Really love it.

[@matthewryan9935]

Totally agree about the sensor. Reassuring to hear you and others say this because even though it doesn't have the same low light performance, gosh it's got something distinct and awesome.

[@fotoeins]

Omar, I purchased a lightly-used X70 before a major trip to Europe a few years ago. I was weary of lugging my Canon 6D for casual street/urban photography, even though I had very specific uses for the 6D (with long glass). I loved using the X70 so much I had it with me months later in the American Southwest. Despite its flaws, the X70 simply makes great images, has that "filmic" quality as you pointed out, is a "dream" to carry around, and that "old" feel of buttons and dials is a joy in use. I also discovered with the flip screen I could photograph differently: a lot lower to the ground, and a little more stealth. When I hold up the X70 (and fail with an attempt to look through a non-existent optical viewfinder), what I think is ideal is I look like "a tourist with just another camera." I look forward to seeing more of your discoveries with this camera 👍🏽📷

[@SwitchbackGuitars]

Nostalgia is a powerful drug!

[@mdk7064]

Thanks Omar, for your work and for my sanity ! I have the same feeling about X-trans 2. I've owned a X-E1, X-T1, X-T20 and now a X-T3. Every timee I'm looking at my photos, i find that the ones from the X-T1 have something that all others don't. I thought that it was me (how is it possible that newer sensors are not at least as good as the old one). So thanks for sharing your feeling and keeping me sane. Stay safe.

[@photographyescape6612]

hey omar!☺️ i love your videos. you made me buy this fuji x70 and it was amazing. i have a really small hands and it fits comfortably. this is my first fuji camera. very cheap but incredible.

[@CJFedalizo]

I love my X-T1, fantastic colours on it.

[@aapieapps]

I have an x70, bought it two years ago and is a phenomenal little bit of kit, great to see you rocking one. I use it more than my x-t20.

[@marvesrivas307]

I love my X-T10! I have never been able to get rid of it and use it as an everyday almost pocketable camera. I agree that the film simulations on these older cameras had a less digital feel to them.

[@Bandezan]

you are the most fun and informative photographer at youtube! thank you

[@ogonzilla]

thanks man.

[@mikskinner6431]

My x70 was my Fuji christening. I love this little gem.

[@markusdietzel9482]

Vid of the weekend! Had a good laugh when you put it up to your eye - would be the same with me… Keep rockin‘ this cutie and bring up some clips!

[@wammyblammy]

The X70 is the camera I bring to places that say you can’t have a professional camera, like concerts. (Remember those...) Not to go too much into it, but my brother was in the hospital this past January and was soon to die. The x70 is the camera I brought with me because I was able to slide it into my pocket and not seem too conspicuous. It captured some of the saddest but most important images I’ve ever taken. It’s a great little camera with wonderful character. The 18mm lens is great and the colors are wonderful.

[@ferdiyansurya]

Finally!!! I bring my x70 everywhere!

[@ogonzilla]

I'm lovin' it.

[@ferdiyansurya]

@@ogonzilla you will ... oh you will! 😄 I set it 2 ways: P (program mode - don’t throw stones at me) or Manual focus, set at 6ft/1.8meters, F8 and shoot your street photography extreme ala daido moriyama or tatsuo suzuki

[@bernardthecreator]

We want more videos from that "tiny" camera please!

[@truejungli8507]

Would absolutely love to see more x70 videos Omar. I’ve recently purchased an 18mm lens and struggling with composition. It’s a bit too wide to what I’m used to but I love it when i get it right. Thanks and great video as always

[@nitingarg88]

Using X70 from 4 years as my only camera and love it. Haven’t felt any need to upgrade from image quality point of view. A X80 with 26M and improved video capabilities will be an excellent tiny beast!

[@HomesickMac]

Oh yes, I've had my X70 for several years, but I bought it new here in Sweden. The price was around $550 but I wanted it, period. And it delivers every time. The only "not good" pictures are where I screwed it. Fantastic colours and after tweaking the presets, I actually settled for the "3rd party" ones. I'm following a great UK photographer Kevin Mullins and he shared his 7 settings for this camera some time ago. This is on his website and free to copy for everyone. Great video Omar, I'm looking forward to watching more how you're using the X70. There's always something new to learn. Cheers!

[@josephpeppard561]

Hey Omar, I have an X-T1 and an X-Pro1 and I love the cinematic color rendition of both of these cameras. There is some serious color science mojo in those older 16MP sensors. Thanks for another interesting and entertaining video.

[@simonknights7526]

I’ve had my X70 since new, and I’ve recently started using it again - it’s fab at what it does. I still like a view-finder, so my XT2, X100F, and XPRO1 satisfy that need, but the X70 is so small that it just goes everywhere with me. And the images......and 18mm.....superb.

[@viewfinderthis]

I agree with ya. From the photos you showed they definitely have a film vibe to them in the best way.

[@willsamuelheather]

Had the XT1 for little over a year now. There's just something about the sensor. Bought it, with the battery grip, for £200 in pretty mint condition, and have paired it with the 35mm f2 (which I sold), 23mm f2 and most recently the 16-55 f2.8. I do sometimes wish I had dual card slots or more megapixels, but I'm pretty much a one camera at a time guy, and don't think I could part with it just yet.

[@tyyoung8886]

I regret selling this. Hands down my all time favorite camera

[@davevayn]

Maaaan you’re cool ! I didn’t know that the sims are different - I ordered it getting it tomorrow to potentially replace the XT30ii kinda silly but the form factor is just so good I hope the auto focus issues people mentioned aren’t a dealbreaker cause the camera seems so cool and the lens is even more flush. The fact people say it’s more analog makes me happy haha.

[@jway395]

They are built like a tank....great little camera! And you’re exactly right, that sensor rocks.

[@Kaisolostudio]

First? That’s the best thumbnail haha. X70’s have really appreciated in value. I agree that a mk ii with an EVF would be so cool.

[@tracyyann.]

I’ve been waiting for them to hopefully update this camera!!

[@bill3117]

That looks like a great camera to use even in 2021. I was amazed to see the used prices being so high. It must have a following!

[@grahamowen4336]

Hi Omar. I had an XT-1 and I was so, SO reluctant to sell it when I upgraded to an XT-2 because the output was just so good! Its fair to say that although I was in love with it from the release date, as it looked so much like my Pentax SV (the silver top version) that I bought in 1965, but it absolutely hooked me into Fuji. Now I still have the XT-2, but it has a stablemate - an XT-4!

[@EarendilMitsos]

The images looked amazing, thank you Omar! At 04:55 you say "Also my eyes are going as I'm getting older" and at the same time you went a bit out of focus! I had to blink quickly to check if my eyes weren't going as well! :D Great video as always!

[@oetproductions8101]

I love how Omar straight up says there is no update to this camera like the Xf10 doesn’t exist.

[@kangoodroid]

i feel you, it's that xtrans2 look, i never got back with any of the following models

[@IvarsDayLab]

I love this camera and will never ever leave it. Keeping it along with all the pro gear and still taking it always with me.

[@frombrandon]

I've been using that camera as my go-everywhere camera for nearly three years. I love it very much. However, about a year ago, I switched to Capture One for all my photo processing. Initially, I was very impressed at the detail of Capture One's rendering of the X-Trans sensor (and it is fantastic). But I noticed that many of my raw files with this camera just look...muddy...in Capture One-I don't how else to describe it. Capture One doesn't have film simulations for the X-Trans II series. It's borderline maddening because it's not consistent with my X-E3 which has film simulation support. And sometimes it looks fine. I have yet to determine what causes the muddy look, but because of that I try to edit my favorite shots in camera so that I have a JPEG as close to what I want by the time I import it.

[@ozuidema]

It was the X70 that started my “conversion” to Fuji. Sold it later on, but still regret it, because you’re right: those pictures had a certain, almost filmic look that I never re-found. What a bummer that Fuji never issued a mark 2.

[@ryanfromDetroit]

Nice video and absolutely agree on the X-trans ii! I bought this exact camera for the second time about a month ago after selling my first one and jumping through a few Ricoh’s. My favorite photos were with this camera for the same reasons as you!

[@dtroix]

Lol you bought it again 🤣🤣. Nice. I was bugging Eric Jennings to make a x70 vs richo. I was sad when Eric mentioned you in his video that you sold your x70. I was like " Why dude!!!" I'm glad you bought it again

[@minhazkhan4093]

This camera travels the world with me. To me its a partner, a buddy to capture memories with

[@jravell]

Yes, I have the X-T1. It certainly is lovely. Filmic like my Canon 5D Classic, yet more contrasty. Yet soft. Yet great detail. It's quite special. Pairing it with a very sharp lens (like my full-frame Sigma 50mm Art) makes for a wonderful combination.

[@neilford5262]

I have an X70 that I picked up a few months ago. Haven’t used it much and was thinking of letting it go. But your video is making me rethink that decision, especially as I've switched to using the Astia and B&W film simulations for my jpegs. And I can keep it in my bag next to my X-Pro3. Great video! 👍

[@muhammadfirmansjah4606]

After I sold my X-T1, and bought my X-T2....I found something missing, and yes the tone of x-trans ii, so I bought X70 (used one) and now it's alway on my bag, becomes my "daily" camera....love it

[@communityrootsproject4168]

X-Trans II was my favorite of them all. Agree with you on the look of the film simulations.

[@leeny1871]

And here I was thinking you were just happy to see us 🤣 What a cute camera!! 😍😍

[@darrenlepper1473]

I got an X70 when it was released. I still carry it everywhere. Put a UV filter on it so you don’t need to worry about that lens cap - keeps the dust out too (of course I realized this after I got dust on the sensor - yes it can get in)

[@CharlesDunkley]

Yes! I have the X-T1 and that XTrans 2 sensor is magical.

[@yoshi-niko8422]

@1:45 x-pro1 has the x-trans 1 sensor and produces different images than the 2

[@bokristensen598]

Just what I was thinking 🤔

[@MosaicLifeSolo]

I came to the comment section to say this

[@PerryCarbonell]

the old fuji's are priced at a steal; i particularly love the original xtrans 1 sensors (I have 2 bodies) for film-like look. Also have bodies for xtrans 2 and 3 (and had an xtrans 4 before i invested in older xtrans). Companies do a great job at selling latest greatest, but older bodies work for majority of my uses

[@chromaticvisuelle]

YES there is something special about it! I need to do more comparaison with my XT2 vs XT1

[@JeanV1986]

I just got my first Fuji camera, the Xt1 with the same sensor and honestly, the images coming out of this thing really surprised me ( in a very good way!). They really have something special. And I own or have owned tons of cameras : Olympus,Panasonic, Sony, Canon...

[@davidninan88]

The bravery of people who put cameras in their pockets always gets me.

[@dropkoo]

I actually want them as small as possible. Got xt30 for it, only fits jacket tho...

[@davidninan88]

@@dropkoo I got the X-T30 too, in a place too hot to wear a jacket ever :'(

[@dropkoo]

@@da009999 i was always thrown back by the lack of an EVF, but the X-A7 looks very appealing indeed. what do you mean the 27mm prevents it from pocketable? it's the thinnest, i use it a lot with my x-t30.

[@dropkoo]

@@da009999 yes coat. For pants I have a Pixel. Can't think of camera in pants' pocket, ouch

[@nelsonmendes3259]

I bought mine exactly this week! And sold the x100f without any hard feelings. 18mm and flippy screen is much better than 23mm. please, definely bring more of this toy! xtrans II is the best sensor ever!

[@barryprimrose180]

Just picked up a black one last week to compliment my X-T3/4 great little camera, I do miss the evf though but getting used to using the screen to compose, love the channel by the way, keep up the entertainment.

[@LeedsRider]

Tried to pick up one of these recently, but the prices were crazy. Bought the XF10 instead as a supplementary 'walkabout' camera. Amazing form factor and love using it.

[@markscott4059]

That’s why I like my xt1 over the xt2. The trans II sensor is fantastic. Love the image quality

[@nikolaki]

I have two X-T1 bodies. Bought them last year to re-awaken my photography hobby from decades ago. They feel like the 35mm film cameras I was used to and I'm happy with the results and it's easy to override the automatic settings. I even get to use my Canon FD lenses and have bought other cheap vintage and modern manual focus lenses. The results look like photos I took with my AE-1 and T90 (given it's the same lenses not such a surprise) but it does look filmic. Coupled with a cheap 7artisans 25mm f1.8 the X-T1 is great for videos in low light so I'm using it for video too. I have no desire to upgrade them, they suit me just fine. The film simulations are fine for me and the cookbooks out there provide even more options. (Anyway my gear acquisition issues revolve around guitars ...)

[@rantonerik]

Sweet! x-70 was my gateway into the world of Fuji. Still have it. Awesome little camera!

[@johnblanchard3561]

Still rocking the xt10 and xt2!!! Love them. Thanks for your videos

[@jason4555]

I did exactly the same thing looking back through my old photos. I bought an X-T20 though. I wish I had never sold my old X-T1 and X-T2 cameras 😏 Great video again Omar 👍😁

[@alskdjfaslkdjf]

Yes I would like to see more videos of your experience shooting with the camera!

[@RYANPARKPHOTOGRAPHY]

nice! i have a good experience with this camera. I am looking for my second camera for youtube channel.. would you suggest one? I have t2 for main photography and video at the moment..

[@AndrewReese82]

My x100t is getting delivered today. I'm super excited to play! I think I've seen every KZbin video on it. Debating on making it my Fujifilm Noir...

[@mwales2112]

I feel this way about the images I took with the original X100. Just something about that sensor....

[@JamesStuber]

I wish they made an update to this one...now you've got me thinking about finding a used x70...

[@BenSussmanpro]

I still have the x100S & it’s perfect for street shooting. it also has optical & digital viewfinder & macro mode - Great for food photos too

[@evindrews]

Love the video. I hope they bring it back, or something similar. tiny cameras are my jam

[@calvinatdrifterstudio8438]

Hi bro!!!🥰🥰🥰

[@prymelens-photographygear6019]

i totally get you, Omar! I gave my xt10 to my girlfriend when I updated to the xt20, which I still use and love, along with my xt4. I also did own a xh1 briefly but sold it because it didn't give me that Fujifilm feeling plus I hated that soft shutter button. when I go through old images from my xt10 days or scroll through pictures my girlfriend is now taking, I really get that exact same feeling you mentioned. it's just as if there was more warmth, more soul in these x-trans 2 images. the overall quality of the pictures is definitely better in later sensors, but at times it seems like they miss that nostalgic, analog rendition I fell in love with when I first picked up my first FUJ'

[@deanrobertnoble138]

Just bought a Fuji XF10. Can’t find X70 very easily and are still quite expensive, used. The XF10 obviously has the bayer sensor but i still love the output and the fact i can get a Fuji look from such a tiny camera. Like going back to my point and shoots from 15 years ago! APS-C in the size of a little point and shoot; great to have! Autofocus is still slow on the XF10 but as with the X70, single point and I haven’t had any issues.

[@karlwalters3763]

I love my XT1. I use it professionally for product photography which includes models in fast moving and dynamic situations. My clients love the results. My next camera will be another mint XT1 if I can find one or even an Xpro 1. The xtrans 1 & 2 sensors are definitely something special!

[@KoreasTina]

I'm liking this video just for that ending music, it was *mwah*!

[@southguitar2031]

I use 2 XE1 bodies and they have the first gen xtrans, and I also know that the Xpro 1 has the same sensor as the XE1, so Omar, I think you are wrong. You just said the X pro 1 has Xtrans 2.

[@MyLuek]

Have the XF10 for street. But unfortunately no flip screen and slow autofocus. So I use it in manual mode with the focus peaking. Set it once for my needs and then shoot, shoot, shoot...

[@edelweisskoenig]

Great Video. The X70 almost was my first Fujifilm camera, but then I got the X-Pro1. Still have it and love it.

[@knowyourjoe8826]

Can’t deny it...I TOTALLY ....fell for the Click Bait thumbnail. Lol. I used to carry a really small camera in my pocket and thought it was a return of days gone by. Thought maybe you had just found my next camera. Drats! Lol. Good info in any case. Thanks for sharing.

[@davide.cirillo]

Wellcome to the X70 Club, Omar. And yes, we want more videos of the tiny little beast. I got mine used but in almost new condition and since then I would never want to be without it. If Fuji would upgrade to an X80 and manage to keep the size with the new technology, WR and a viewfinder or at least a viewfinder for the hotshoe that comes included. They would sell more that they can produce. I guess.

[@Julius_S]

Been using X-T2s professionally for about 4 years now, and I remember how disappointing it was to find that Classic Chrome and the other simulations on the T-2s didn't look nearly as nice as they did on the T1. While most of my professional work is in RAW, I do still use the film simulations in some scenarios, and I don't understand why they can't get that great look back! That seems like a really cool form factor and a fun camera.

[@alexanderberg569]

HI Omar, your videos are so expiring, I got a x70 now too. Like x Trans II, have all ready x-e2 and. x-T1 and I am so surprised how good. this cameras are. Cant wait to get my x70 and got for snaping some pics! Thx for a very fun video!

[@miguellee3]

I have so many beautiful images from my XT1 with this sensor...

[@sdhute]

That looks to be in good shape. I should look for one of those

[@hermessonofzeus4462]

I love my x70 when I found a new copy in a store way out in the country, I drove 200km each way to get it. I leave my Xt2 at home now most times. There is some kinda special sauce in that sensor. Grab the wide conversion lens if you can it's worth it. Found some new copies of the wide angle converter on eBay out of South Korea recently.

[@TheOverlordOfProcrastination]

XTrans 2 is the best FUJI sensor. There’s no getting away from it.

[@mavfan1]

Put the sensor on the ground and even the slowest person. could get away from it easily.

[@ZachTigue]

@@mavfan1 Drax is that you?

[@rerod7481]

Yes, but as much as I hated the WB always being off... There's a really special look to some of my photos taken with the X-T1. It's hard if not impossible to redo with modern Fujis. It may sound odd but my Ricoh GR2 is closest to this look.

[@Ballysadare]

Si,Si. the XT-1 with the xtrans 2 sensor is the Bellisimo of the photographic experience. Bravo, Bravo

[@KimHojbergJensen]

Fuji makes you nostalgic. After buying the X100V September last year, I have purchased 5 film cameras. Of course the don't replace digital, but they are more fun. I only use the phone for video anyway.

[@eduardogalvantorres1030]

Was lucky enough to find one at a good price. After watchin your video I told my self...I am gonna get me this camera! Love It, It is that good. Thanks Omar, keep the good work!🤪

[@russellfishes]

That’s my camera. I’ve had my x70 for 4 years, and I still love it. It’s a great street photography camera.

[@WellMeetAgain]

Hey Omar, this was a cool video. I still carry around a Fuji X-20 as my walk around travel camera and this reminds me of that...

[@-grey]

X-70 gang ✌️ I can't leave the X-Trans II. No matter how much I try. The tone curve is gorgeous. No edit gorgeous. I was super surprised by the focus speed. Not a fan of the leaf shutter not hitting above 1/1300 in A. Definitely get a clear filter for the front because it does eat dust.