X100VI Review: Features, Improvements and Performance

[@juanpablogger]

A bunch of other content creators published their videos on the x100vi a couple of days earlier, but none came close to the thoroughness we have come to expect from your videos Chris! We really appreciate you taking the time to make them so well. I bought and loved the xt1 in 2014, I had been wanting to come back into the fujifilm ecosystem, but I don't want to sell all my Sony gear. I pulled the trigger and pre-purchased the x100Vi thinking it could get me using fuji without the need to buy into the whole lens system. This video made me feel better and more exited about this camera. Thanks again!

[@stevemuzak8526]

They doing it for clicks and money.

[@xerxespamplemousse6622]

I love this channel in part because the explanations are more thorough and clear.

[@luxdalet]

Just so you know. I used to be a sony shooter. I got the X100V when it was new. Months later, I sold all of my sony gear and got x-t4 XD

[@juanpablogger]

oh no!! 😅@@luxdalet I kinda hope to use the fuji for casual every day family portraits and street photography, and keep the Sony gear for more serious work. Although you never really know where you'll end up right?

[@zenstoodi]

You’re gonna love it ;) just be aware that this can switch you to all Fuji in the future;) Sony for work is one of the best, but doesn’t have “the soul” ;) But Fuji has his limitations so a lot of room to catch up with Sony.

[@JasonVong]

Came for the IBIS, ND & Video capabilities but ended up watching everything. Incredibly thorough! THANK YOU!!

[@VipulDK]

Hands down the best video I have seen so far on X100 VI! Your work is thorough and I think there isn't anything that you missed to cover! I am subscribed!

[@claytonsmith1906]

Great video, very thorough and brought up things that I hadn't seen in other videos. To me this is the perfect camera for someone who is primarily a shooter of another brand because then you don't need to invest in an entire second lens ecosystem. The teleconverter and WCL also make it more flexible with no material loss in quality. Unless you need ultra wide angle for astro or telezoom for wildlife/sports then this is the camera for you IMO. It's the perfect travel/street/everyday camera to me :)

[@dsalzr]

Best review I’ve seen on this camera yet. Great job.

[@dpvg]

Chris, your knack for making complex concepts easy to grasp, with thorough and clear descriptions, is simply outstanding. Your presentation style, perfectly balancing humor with information, never fails to engage and educate. I’ve been following your work for years, and your informative videos significantly simplified my introduction to Fujifilm cameras. So far, your video on the new X100 VI is, without a doubt, the best I’ve seen on the topic. Your dedication to providing such valuable content is truly appreciated. Keep up the excellent work!

[@ducko1988]

Great video, tempted to pick one up to accompany my h2s

[@ciao_abhi]

great production quality! It is so comprehensive and detailed. i appreciate the work that went into this

[@Habboskems]

Fantastic video as always, I've been looking forward to this one and it didn't disappoint!

[@Kunal0915]

Dear Chris. Thanks for the very informative video. I am new to Fuji and I am slightly disappointed with the performance of my X100VI. The pictures are not crisply in focus. The focus is confirmed but when you check it's not.

[@CaptDiaz]

Simply great video! Saving it for a rewatch when I receive the camera. Thanks

[@AlexMcDermott]

Favourite youtuber!

[@FrankP83]

one little note, the missing battery charger!This is a problem...at least for me! I've the XT30, and just few chargers work with that camera. I've talk also with Fujifilm guy here...during a demo. Using one of my fast charger , the camera doesn't charge at all!Also after 1 day of charging. I've to use a slow charger, i mean slow for mother standards, but works with the XT30...really strange stuff :/

[@juan2luna]

Hi, thanks for the video. I own a X-T5, I know that I take most of my pictures in 35mm equivalent. I'm wondering how much the importance of a smaller form factor counts (42% less weight than the X-T5 + 23mm f2). You said you enjoyed taking pictures with it and that you where sad to have to send it back. Are you going to buy one ?

[@christianpetersen1782]

Far less weight when compared to the X-T5 with a lens, far less bulk, much less expensive and fits in a jacket pocket without it pulling the pocket off! It also has a leaf shutter and built-in flash with a sync speed of 1/4,000 sec. I guess there’s room to own both if one can afford it. I’d love to have the form factor of the X-T5 but the cost with lens and added weight I’ll go with the X100VI as an every day walkabout combination providing much more fun than an iPhone.

[@MarkPanado]

I have question. I noticed photographers are always mentioning the conversion of a lens' focal length to "35mm format"? Why is that?

[@drdrub]

Another phenomenal video, I expect nothing less from the great fuji master himself! Have to ask though - seeing the vallejo paints at 29:25… you play dnd or warhammer? 😂

[@Studio_Cricket]

I'll jump in to answer this one. Mrs. Pal2Tech here. :) Those airbrush paints are mine. I've been working on a small robot project for over 2 years now. Full size Wall-E. There are lots of details that require airbrushing to look old, beat up, and rusty!

[@drdrub]

@@Studio_Cricket Oh that's awesome! Just checked out your page, it looks amazing!!!

[@retropixer]

I got mine today and was surprised how loud the 100VI lens was when hunting/focusing.. I never used the older x100 models so I don’t have a frame of reference. Is that normal?

[@Dio82723]

Very very nice 🎉

[@steven_90s]

Easily the best review of the X100VI so far on KZbin. Thanks for putting all the time into creating such a in-depth video!

[@dan.allen.digital]

I really appreciate the production quality of this video Chris. You can tell you put so much work into this.

[@andrewcrossley2448]

And to quote the Wizard of Oz….’and your little dog too’….what a star…..

[@OswaldoLafee]

One thing is to be a “creator”. The other thing is to be Fuji’s #1 authority in you tube. Thanks Chris!

[@oinkooink]

There is only 1 creator

[@derrickcarson]

This is by far the best review of the camera I've seen. And I have watched just about all of them. Thanks for the in-depth coverage.

[@tiramisu9603]

Omg, Fujifilm should use this video as their X100VI Guide 101!

[@MrJohnnyMel]

This is an exceptional guide to the camera 📷 really exceptional 👌🏻👏🏻 thanks so much

[@BenjaminBjurstrom]

First review I’ve seen that properly tests the auto focus. Happy to see it’s been improved over the X100v. Thank you!

[@IanMcCausland]

It's a testament to the quality of this video that even though I've already preordered mine and it will be the third version the X100 I'l have owned, I eagerly watched the entire video! You are so great at this!

[@IanMcCausland]

BTW I tote SOnyf or my job (I'm a professional photographer) but I grab the X100 when I want to have fun. Its the one camera I have ever owned where I use the word love.

[@jimfielder]

Okay, comment from the end. . . I have had an XE4 with the 27mm pancake. It was the size I wanted for and everyday carry. It was my gateway into the Fujifilm system. I soon added some lenses and not long after I added lenses, I realized I needed WR., which the XE4 did not have. Enter a very fine XT5. The jump from the 26mp to the 40mp sensor was an eye opener. Next up I decided to send my XE4 to my daughter-in-law, as she was recovering from cancer and had decided to move forward with photography as a new exploration. I no longer had an everyday carry camera that would sit on my shoulder wherever it went. My XT5 has 3 marvelous lenses that handle my shooting needs. I have the amazing 16-55 f2.8 red badge, the 50-140 f2.8 red badge and the 70-300 zoom. Sitting on my XT5 my pictures shine with these 3 lenses. But for an EDC - the XT5 and the 16-55 f2.8 weighs in at 1394 grams - an X100VI is only 521. That was my reason for buying the X100VI - it will reside on my shoulder whenever I'm out and about. It's menu memory is firmly planted in my brain as it's so close to the XT5. I know I can rely on it as an EDC as it's lighter touch on my 70ish shoulders. Keep Calm and Fuji On!

[@cyano3d]

Why not get a 27 for xt5

[@jimfielder]

@@cyano3d Two reasons: 1. I want the 23mm angle of view! I was not enamored with the 27mm angle of view. My “eye” pre visualizes in 23. 2. Compactness over the shoulder for EDC. 3. Leaf shutter and ND built in.

[@shirokuro73]

I wish your daughter-in-law all the very best! I hope she's enjoying her new hobby!

[@paulasimson4939]

As always, a superb and comprehensive deep dive into the camera and what the specs will actually mean to most photographers. This is the review I've been waiting for.

[@frizzy.j]

i’m so glad this guy is in the fuji family, he’s helped me every step of the way after purchasing my first digital (x-T5). Thank you man!

[@rashikrazzaque4790]

Insane in-depth review, sir. You literally delivered 2-3weeks worth of experiment's findings in just one video. Definitely wanting to buy this camera more. Thank you once again!!

[@jacquesgude]

Very well done, Chris! Far more thorough than ANY other videos currently out on KZbin!

[@zenstoodi]

This overview shows how serious are you with your work. Some people spend months with this camera, producing spec reading wideo with some crappy photos. You had one week and managed squeeze as much as possible. Thank you for your work!

[@jackh1749]

At first I thought, yeah I’ve seen enough about the X100VI while I’m on the order list patiently waiting for my camera. Then I recognized it was Pal2tech and I changed my mind.. I said, I like this guy! 😂 And for good reason, best and most in depth review yet!! 👍

[@phatfunkjazz]

Having viewed most of your content, one of my favorite phrases is "Have a look at this...". What a good teacher, you have made my Fujifilm camera experience so much better. Thank y ou

[@lostinMaremma]

As usual awesome video. When I was new to the Fujifilm system 3 years ago you had all the answers for my very novice questions and ever since almost on a weekly basis you have answered all of my questions. Thanks for being a great and essential lifeline 🙏

[@teohyc]

Excellent review

[@bulimbajon]

Thanks for the excellent review Chris. Your work is always great but this video is one of your best - despite the pressure and anticipation you must have been feeling from everyone out there (and the tech problems). Thank you so much for all your expertise and good humour and devotion to giving us what we need out here in Fujiland.

[@pal2tech]

Hey there! I’m so sorry for the delay in seeing this… I get so behind lately in managing my YT account and am trying to get help. But seriously, thank you so much for your kind donation!! This means a lot to me and really helps out the channel!!! You ROCK!!! Thanks again and all the best to you!!!

[@MrMrctube]

Best honest review of the X100vi I have seen so far. I know you never had any of the X100 cameras but I hope you will do more videos on this one as I have pre ordered and am waiting for mine to arrive.

[@MartyGerman]

Great news about your eyes ... when you have cataract lens implants, you can ask for perfect vision! I did and after 50 years of crummy vision, I now have eagle vision! I had one eye set for distance and the other for close vision. They switch, automatically and they also work together for improved, 3d comprehension. As a photographer, it has been amazing for the last 20 years for me to see perfectly! The only gotcha is they have to do both eyes within 14 days. This wasn't a problem! Well worth asking about!!!

[@marleenvandam6931]

Thanks for this intro into the X100VI! the best I’ve seen thus far!

[@nigelchapman6211]

I simply cannot afford or justify buying this camera as much as I would love to, and having seen a number of videos about the X100vi this blows all the others out of the water for information and entertainment. Thanks! Perhaps in a few years the price won’t be as inflated as the present crop of x100s.

[@MurakamiFan]

Worth the upgrade coming from V to VI. Ibis and autofocus upgrades are huge. Only issue is I'm forced to pay $1200 AUD (I got the V on sale, as a preorder on release) more than I did with the V because of the hype. For reference, in Aus, right now, you could get an XT-5 body and a 23mm f/2 for the same price as the VI.

[@papa.alfredo]

You are the very best out there! I will go for the XT 5 due the different lenses! However, due of prices here in Germany, I can get the XT 5 for 2000 Euros vs the SONY a7III that has the same price, which of the 2 you think will be a better buy!? I already own a cheap SONY DSC HX400V that dissapointed me totally and made me think of Fuji Brand. Thank you so much for your fantastic reviews which are also are funny and pleasant to watch and listen! Many greetings from Germany! Alfredo.

[@danielhoffmann7177]

Immediate thumbs up just for featuring Moby in the intro :)

[@IanMcCausland]

and the BTS of that smoke shot, with different music, he' always keeping it real.

[@shmuelkarmiel9059]

Great great review.

[@francineperrin4845]

It's not your eyes getting worse, Chris. The dioptric correction goes to +2 for the X100VI and to +3 for the XT5. I'm gonna have the same problem with my poor eyes. Thanks for the video by the way 🙏

[@jimfielder]

Well done, comprehensive and thorough! Thanks Chris!

[@RipeOldBanana]

Had to watch your recommendation again - almost heard you telling folks not to get one. But then you said it was hard to send it back and it made you want to take pictures. However, we must disagree about learning photography basics with this camera. It has separate settings for the "triangle" and provides a fun form factor for someone starting out. BTW - My wife learned on a Fujifilm range finder decades ago when ISO (ASA) was set by the film you loaded.

[@dennisvanmierlo]

31:54 When using the OVF, IBIS is has 5.5 stops instead of 6. The reason you gave is that "The readout speed of the sensor is slightly slower to preserve power". This is confusing since an OVF uses less power than an EVF. Am I missing something here and can you please explain this more?

[@bernardoramos1412]

Hallelujah!!!!! The X100vi video is alive!!! hehehe I was expecting for it (preferring an XT6 instead even so). Thanks Chris !!!

[@brownbear100]

With the V I find I need the diopeter to be set in a completely different position depending whether I'm using the OVF or EVF. Not just a little bit either. With the EVF like you say I'm almost at the end (one click left only). With the IVF I'm closer to the middle (three clicks difference). Which is a major annoyance for someone that likes to switch between the two. And especially annoying when using the OVF with micro EVF in the corner. It is only possible for one of them to appear sharp. Is this still the same with the VI?

[@christianvasquez3937]

This specific camera has always been pushed as a street camera so it makes sense that things like vlogging and keeping the smaller battery aren't as strong. This camera excells at what it was made for - street photography. It was never made as "hybrid" this is the first time they are really pushing higher video specs + ibis. Which is nice, but no one is buying a x100vi for wildlife photography or editorial work and cinematography

[@jqhn3777]

Best technical overview I've seen. Thanks for pointing out that the microphone jack is on the right side. Sure, it's not a perfect video camera to begin with, but that right there is a showstopper. You literally can't even hold it without additional accessories.

[@finallyanime]

do you mind doing noise tests in the daytime. day noise is always fine & doesnt really accurately tell whats going on. also i wish theyd have made the flip screen a real articulating or 3 hinge....like dude im in the wheelchair im frickin tired of not being able to shooot vertically from angles i cant get to what the heck

[@evanstheframe]

Thank you for doing this video. I have been watching all videos on the VI since release but this is the only in depth one out there. I have one on pre order, I own the x100f so it’s a big step up when I finally get my hands on one. Great job.

[@NevilleGodwin]

I own the X100V and have been looking at all these videos about the six as obviously I am considering upgrading. This is by far the best summary of the new camera, its pros and cons. I only take photographs and I’ve never used the video function on the x100V it simply holds no interest to me but the IBIS for lowlight situations l could be the reasons to upgrade as I take a lot of concert photos. This combined with the extra resolution should make a real difference. Thank you for going through the differences so clearly. A real help. I’m now just deciding if to order now or wait until I visit the States as it’s significantly cheaper there.

[@rhkennerly]

Yeah, eventually I wanted to get away from being a pack mule and sold all of my system rig to buy the VI. It fits in your pocket, in the console of the car, or in a day bag, but brings real photo game. I think this is going to add real joy back into carrying a camera everywhere and shooting at a higher level.

[@RESISTAGE]

I hooray fuji for screwing vloggers. photography only. nice .

[@SusanEmmen]

Hello 👋 I discovered your videos yesterday and I love them 😍 you are so talented. Thank you for your hard work bye ✌️

[@jamesbarron5590]

Wow! Thank you for the robust “preview”. I pre-ordered the black and silver from different stores and will keep the one that arrives first. Thank you for another fantastic video. I will be rewatching this when I get mine.

[@marketguy2]

Bravo. By far, the most thorough and informative "early" review of this camera. And I watched dozens of them. Thank you so much.

[@mgrguric83]

46min??!!! Chris, you are loco :)

[@DAVCOHPHO]

awesome rerview, you are awesome. subscribed and very happy i came across you! 😀

[@rachelrauschphotography6386]

Yeah, yeah, camera review. Chris another great video...what no one has noticed: You have a new puppy! :-) Welcome Pippin!

[@karimnasser9226]

Love your channel, I've learned a few important things from your many tips. Regarding the X100VI, I'm going to skip. I am honestly fed up with the amount of technology manufacturers want to include in their cameras, and this goes for Fujifilm, Nikon, Sony, Canon, etc.. There are only a few manufacturers which I think are true to photographers: Pentax, Sigma, Leica, and recently PiXii, I feel those are the really true photographer's tools. The X-Pro2 and X100F/X100V are amazing cameras, and I feel this is where the end of the line is for me, everything beyond that is just gadgetry, nit-picking and pixel peeping technologies. For example, batteries which last less than 300 shots are considered "meh", less than 200 is just unusable. 200 shots is 6 rolls of film, just saying. Journalists don't go through 6 rolls of film per day. 40MP camera is a gadget. Digital has encouraged people to take photos of walls, windows, and bushes, and crop to see a flower, an insect, and wood chips.

[@marcia1101]

Best review!!! I've watched couple videos few days ago. But yours is the best!!!

[@annarakannan6620]

Your review is simply superb. The best of the best. You covered everything from soup to nuts. I think I am going to like this one. Thanks much.

[@hubertcole1645]

Any mention of a Fuji hand gripe with acra bottom plate?

[@frankzhao8352]

Thanks so much for all your hard work and effort in this detailed first look. After seeing many of the KZbin videos over the first couple of days after the announcement, I realized they had a very superficial look at the camera. On the other hand your analysis is much more well thought-out similar to Gordon Laing’s full reviews. Wish you the best

[@herisson15]

I've owned an x100 for 9 years. I started from T, later switched to V. And yes indeed I started doing more photos with it, as X100 is more portable. Now using my old Canon 5DmIV only for sports and nature shooting...

[@xerxespamplemousse6622]

One thing I want for my X-T5, and will want for the X100VI (on order) is a film simulation toggle. How many times have you been shooting in one simulation, and want to quickly try another, like NOW, but can't? I have to go to the simulation menu, and that menu is getting longish. I just want a button that goes from, say, Velvia to Acros. *click* color *click* monochrome, etc.

[@davidcompton4885]

Chris actually did a video on how you can do this with the X-T5. He used one of the swipe functions on the touch screen to switch between simulations.

[@MarkVictorson]

wooow! Watching uncle Chris review tech is more fun than watching some movies with a seven, eight and sometimes even nine digit number after the "$" sign as their budget.

[@BelAir101]

Best review by far... congratulations and so many thanks.

[@boztos6025]

For anyone who’s never made and edited a video before: this represents tremendous amount of work/expertise.

[@MitchWebb94]

Amazing coverage of the camera - thank you! I've pre-ordered one and it will be my travel camera when I go travelling later this year on the basis that it's a great hybrid shooter with the built-in ND

[@dennisjones5579]

Great video Chris. I have the V and have watched multiple reviews of the VI and yours is by far the most comprehensive. I'm not moving up to the VI, however it seems you were quite impressed with it. Will you buy one? Thanks for the time and attention you give to your videos. You have really raised the bar.

[@frankseophotos9633]

Made in China 😭

[@NickMaksy]

Best video on the x100iv I've seen out there so far!

[@danielchiaravalle]

X100vi vs Xt5 with 23mm f2. Is it that much smaller ? Easier to have with you? Thanks

[@christianpetersen1782]

Even a small 23mm f2 lens on the X-T5 makes it much bulkier in a jacket pocket and much heavier, it weighs one down.😢

[@gromol]

Thank you sir for the thorough and detailed review. Really appreciate your hard work and effort to put this together with all the testing.

[@premnathdivakaran5222]

The best review I have watched so far on the Fujifilm X100VI .. great work and thanks for the inputs

[@RickEstrada]

best x100vi video i’ve seen. good job

[@christoberolino4741]

Thank you so much for this both informative and entertaining introduction of the new Fuji X100VI. Once again you‘ve done a great job. Greetings from Berlin, Germany.

[@pstraums]

You are 100% one of the best in the biz and one of few I 100% trust. Thanks for the time you put into this C! Amazing stuff as always

[@petersmart146]

Best camera review i have seen in a long time. Always in a happy way that helps my day. Thank you.😊

[@chrismcr]

Thank you very much for this great review and the time and effort you put into it, Chris. You are doing this so well. Congratulations.

[@philipcooper8297]

It's a perfect alternative to the Leica Q cameras.

[@luxdalet]

Fantastic and detailed video Chris! X100V is the camera that brought me over to fujifilm. Really impressed by the improvements they made. I appreciate the changes, but hold out from selling and upgrading due to having an x-t4. The ibis and better video are great tempting selling points. Maybe I'll change with the 7th model IF they put in an larger battery.

[@uweschroder]

Oh man, what a great review, much better than any others. I hardly can believe so extensive knowledge. Simply awesome work. Thank you, Chris!

[@rdkevin7729]

Nice and thorough review. The best I’ve seen.

[@baraaamir7891]

Simply the best video on the x100vi. Amazing work. Love that u showed the bokeh ability and close focusing.

[@dan_payne]

Finally an in depth review on the X100 VI. All those other videos are only scratching on the surface.

[@GlenBarnett]

Without doubt, the most concise, well put together review video of this camera on the internet today. I was in two minds whether to go for the "six", but your superbly put together review has put that to rest. Ordered and... Subscribed 👍

[@martingreenberg870]

I ordered the X100VI on February 20 at 0900 EST. Hoping to receive the camera sooner than later. Based on your review, the X100VI is the camera I want. The video features on this camera are nice to have but I doubt I’ll use them very much. I do street photography so stills are more important than video for me. I don’t own a XT5 or X100V so this seems like a good choice for me. Mask On Nurse Marty(Ret)

[@mac69041]

Great review Chris… as an XT5 owner I am optimistically thinking will we be getting AF updates in the near future for the XT5?

[@michaelkonkel4394]

At the summit Fuji announced that AF updates and Reala Ace will come to the XT5 via Firmware update later this year.

[@mac69041]

@@michaelkonkel4394 Thanks for that Michael.

[@andydoan1984]

You're my go-to FujiFilm related channel. Thank you for your content!

[@DaltonMirklestein]

Pal, this review was out of the park! Worth the long wait for sure. 👍

[@ianbaker3678]

As usual a very informative presentation. Many thanks for the Walk Through. Having recently bought the XH2 and an owner of the XPro3 and XPro1 Im satisfied with what I have.

[@shep64]

Tremendous review - well worth the wait! Thanks! I bought a used x-t5 a few months ago and came to the same conclusion as you. Really happy with my purchase and several used lenses.

[@edvard2942]

Everyone is expecting the new autofocus firmware for 5th gen cameras that is *implemented already in x100vi and gfx100 ii , yet none of you youtubers dont actually make a video showing the new autofocus touch track feature and video af performance, wtf. Also what is that at 34:31 Can you change the shape of the box to not be only square ? Is that something you can do in video ?

[@ancy179]

it is 2500usd in hong kong 🤣