My Fujifilm x100v Accessories (camera strap, soft shutter release, uv filter, etc)

[@andrepel]

Held this upload for today because of Thanksgiving...which - happy thanksgiving btw! Also left out the metal square hood I've been seeing around. Looks nice but I don't think I need it...What do you guys think?

[@ramoftherose]

I have it and it’s definitely not needed lol purely for aesthetics. Actually makes it a hassle to change filters because you have to unscrew the hood to access the filter. Luckily for me, I don’t plan on changing/removing my black pro mist filter at any point.

[@andrepel]

great to know! i guess i’ll pass on it then :)

[@aliu927]

I love the thumb rest, I have a habit on pressing into the body , but I shoot with both hands. It just gives me a extra sense of security since I really like gripping the camera and it feels really ergonomic.

[@andrepel]

that makes complete sense!

[@fernandoxarango]

Highly recommend a high quality leather half case. I thought they looked silly in pictures but found one that really sealed the deal on the beauty of this camera.

[@andrepel]

i’ll have to consider buying one then! thanks for the input :)

[@jnsadavis5978]

I didn't think the half case looked functional but recently bought a used XPro2 that came with one. It actually surprised me and I have (so far) left it on the camera. Adds some height and width to the overall camera that is good for my fat hands. It's also a suede feel that is really comfortable.

[@johnward2773]

The Squarehood from Sweden is probably the best compromise in lens hoods!

[@andrepel]

really considering adding it!

[@VinceDae]

The Nisi is the best hood ^^ and the cap works on it! It’s perfect

[@Moon-ls4vc]

I really like your Fujifilm X100V and all the accessories you chose to customize it. Congratulations.

[@andrepel]

thanks :)

[@rashikgmc9141]

Great video mate! Just watched all of your x100v vids also liked & subed. You have an amazing voice and a great aesthetic to your content. Keep it up < 3

[@andrepel]

thank you! I appreciate the support

[@AdityaVarma]

Lovely List. But Just add the Thumbrest from Lensmate. It will exactly be like how you felt about the shutter release button. You would wish you had it earlier. Atleast for my medium to large hands. Thumbrest completely changed how I held this camera. Cheers!

[@andrepel]

i guess ill have to check it out!

[@keanureyes4762]

Have you noticed any flaring from filters without a hood? I’m thinking of getting the haoge square hood but you made a good point with the cap

[@andrepel]

not particularly, the lens does quite well. you may get some problems shooting directly into light however but that's normal. i say get the hood if you like the look :)

[@glennsak]

Agree about the thumb rest. It adds unnecessary bulk and actually digs against your body when carrying.

[@andrepel]

i know right?

[@houghwhite411]

I am against soft shutter because it looks good But changes the trigger of the camera, which is important on low shutter speed setting

[@wolfgangl5590]

Nice video and well explained with a nice and calm voice. The strap is great looking, I just customized and ordered mine. THX for this hint! On the thumb rest: I had one on my X100 and - for me - it increase the handling a lot. My black X100V will arrive next week and I will try without the thumb rest, but will probably use it. Greetings from Germany

[@andrepel]

thank you! hope you enjoy the V as much as i do!

[@ApostolosKoutinas]

Hello there! Great video! By the way HyperionCameraStraps is based in Greece! :)

[@andrepel]

thanks for the support! sorry that was my mistake! 🙏

[@ApostolosKoutinas]

@@andrepel it's ok! Your video was very helpful cause i'm about to buy an X100V! So thank you too!

[@iaincphotography6051]

Take a look at Urth/Gobe filters high-quality German Schott glass and not expensive.

[@andrepel]

I've used a few urth vnd filters before! Quality isn't bad but the cross polarization is high compared to the K&F

[@iaincphotography6051]

@@andrepel I must admit I do not like VNDs. I find their NDs superb with no colour cast.

[@myoung9739]

Nice video mate. God has given you one of the best voices on KZbin. (I think you could name your price for voice over work.) All the best from Oz.

[@andrepel]

wow, i'm flattered haha. i'll have to start charging!

[@Joep00]

Currently using an x-t3 and more than happy:) I use a red concave shutter release, screen protector and a leather strap. I mainly do photo but need the 2nd card slot. x100v is a beauty though! Nice video!

[@andrepel]

thank you! xt3 is a gorgeous camera!

[@emkwan05]

Great vid, another new sub for the day!

[@andrepel]

thanks so much!!

[@MrJohnnyMel]

Hyperion is a Greek company btw as it states on their web page (not UK) Hyperion is greek and means "the one who watches from above". Anyway useful tips, I was doubtful about thumb rests and grips (so that has saved me some money) I have ordered the strap so thanks for steering me there. Cannot bring myself to fork out on an Artisan Obscura shutter release, especially as these items seem to get lost very easily; tempting though they are?

[@andrepel]

yep, my mistake! i agree - after owning the shutter release for almost a year, it works well and feels nice but definitely expensive for what it is. i dont think i'd buy another unless i had that much expendable cash lying around

[@josueherrera3476]

Great video, keep them coming!

[@andrepel]

thanks !!!

[@justin13leechannel]

Great vid! What length Hyperion strap did you get? Thanks!

[@andrepel]

i believe i got 41 in!

[@imanfrancisco]

Just an advice, its the thumb grip that you should’ve have bought not the hot shoe cover. Thumb grips are so useful in stabilising your camera. Just get the cheap one and experiance of having one.

[@andrepel]

thanks for the tip! i'll have to grab one :)

[@bittelächelnuschi]

Very nice...

[@kyliestone588]

I’ve been influenced. I hope you set up your Amazon affiliate links soon! I use them on my business Instagram and they’re a nice passive form of income. Thanks for your video!

[@romain_do]

Great video dude ! You got yourself a sub !

[@andrepel]

thanks a lot!

[@gafleet]

Nice video. Do you use a lens hood? If so do you have a recommendation?

[@andrepel]

thanks! I do not! I've heard good things about squarehood, and there are also third party ones with the same style

[@JJ_Photo]

Be careful with the soft shutter release. My x-pro2 shutter button got broken after pressure in a camera bag. Would't have happened with no soft shutter release mounted.

[@andrepel]

will do, thanks!

[@johnward2773]

I think the very first accessorie you should buy is a spare battery

[@andrepel]

true! i actually have a few i just forgot to mention it

[@johnward2773]

@@andrepel Please don't think it was a criticism.

[@monogliff923]

Great set up. I do like the grip out of the box. But when I use a external flash I do like to use a grip extension. Same with the thumb grip. I have one but I like to use it when I have the camera on only a hand strap. When its around my neck not so much. Easy to hold and use. Excited to see what all you have to show. Looking forward to more from you. Take care.

[@andrepel]

Makes sense! I only use a neck strap so I get why the thumb grip works better with a hand strap. Thanks for sharing~

[@mtp_studios]

nice video and stuff like that.

[@andrepel]

thank you sir

[@77mossyoak]

Bring more vids. Great stuff

[@andrepel]

will do thanks!

[@Mike-1965]

The strap rings may cause scratches.

[@andrepel]

yep! paid the price for it but now I'm using a different strap and all is good haha

[@nathanielngosy]

@@andrepel Hi! Just wanted to inquire. Saw in your other videos that you did change your strap to Moment's leather edition. May I ask though if the Hyperion strap did cause scratches on the sides of your X100v and to what extent? It's because I was considering to buy the same Hyperion strap as yours. Thank you.

[@andrepel]

hi, just saw this. yes, another viewer commented on my "durability" video saying my scratches may have come from the rings of my camera strap. this was likely because I had two sets of rings on. I think if you buy hyperion's camera strap and just use the rings that come with the strap you should be fine! I can't say 100% since I've stopped using the hyperion straps but it doesn't seem to make much contact with the body anymore!

[@nathanielngosy]

@@andrepel Hi. Thank You. Watched your durability video (I've watched that before and wonder why I didn't recall its content which relates to my inquiry). Now I understand how it could have caused your X100 paint chips on the sides/edges. Still curious though as to why you changed your neck strap from Hyperion to Moment's? Is the leather strap more comfortable over Hyperion's mountain climbing rope material? [I have Peak Design's leash but thinking of selling it to settle on the Hyperion instead].

[@iaincphotography6051]

How much for a wooden button, crazy. Do some research, Fuji don't seem to like some of those buttons as they cause stress on the shutter release and damage has been caused. Notice the sideways float on the shutter release!

[@andrepel]

Yep, pricey but I've used it every day since. It feels much much better than a typical cheap shutter release and hasn't given me any problems whatsoever

[@danyfalcon7315]

What’s the length on the strap? I got one identical on Etsy and it was too short, the seller told me they might stretch a little after a few times using it but so far still about the same 🥲

[@danyfalcon7315]

I got the answer reading the comments! Thank you! Great video!

[@81springbrook96]

How thick is the camera strap?

[@andrepel]

less than half an inch? the heads are thicker though

[@kevvy22]

Shutter releases can ruin the button on the camera

[@lcst]

They added the built-in nd filter for video lol

[@andrepel]

yep! ive added a video about that; very happy about it :)

[@lcst]

@@andrepel I just watched the video great work!

[@johnmorgan2677]

good information, annoying volume and music if that is what you call it.

[@andrepel]

thanks i guess

[@milanmedek3555]

The worst reason to buy a camera I´ve ever heard. To buy a camera for how it looks. To look cool when hanging the camera on my shoulder. My goodness. That´s why this camera is so hard to get because every hipster must have it.

[@DoctorSoftie]

If it makes the hipster take more pictures it’s a win then 🤷‍♂️

[@galaxystars6409]

45 dollars for a shutter release lmaoo wtf

[@andrepel]

right? thats what i said too but ended up caving anyways...

[@galaxystars6409]

@@andrepel Bro im struggling weather to go with sony or fuji, fujis colours and ergonomics and stuff are beautful... And then sony has better, low light and a full frame... U got any advice on this,?

[@andrepel]

I'd say go Fuji if you want an artist's camera, the aesthetics, the inspiration. Sony if you need the capabilities, autofocus, reliability. Both will do a good enough job at what you need them to, but prioritize different things.