the fuji x100v: a casualty of the chip crisis.

The Fuji x100v is the Internet's favorite camera, and it so happens to be mine as well. There's only one problem. They are sold out everywhere.
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[@Disastranaut]

This video really speaks to me. I also have a physical disability that impacts my ability to use a camera and have gone through several different models to find one that I can actually use. I spent the last few months trying to figure out what would be best for me and just recently picked an a6000. That camera has been a complete game changer, I can finally start taking the photos I want to take without having to worry about the impact it'll have on my body, It's been freeing. I've enjoyed your videos for awhile but knowing you've been through something similar and are still putting out incredible work brings it to a whole other level. This video is incredibly encouraging and all I can say is thank you.

[@rightfeelI]

I haven't had one myself but I shot a graduation ceremony with it and it's an awesome camera it's very light weight and the performance is unbelievable for a camera size like that I was impressed, good luck with your photography adventure

[@KNOWphotosplease]

I absolutely LOVE my a6000, and still grab it over the x100v some days

[@dr00by]

I'm a quadriplegic and strange enough got into the X series purely because of its threaded shutter. I'm able to use my mouth to operate an old fashioned cable release in the threaded shutter button, which leaves my 2 hands free to hold the camera steady.

[@GawxArt]

You’re way too good man

[@GxAce]

I think exactly the same thing when I watch your videos dude. hahah

[@maxime1776]

No way!

[@ca_pilot]

When your heroes converge into a spiritual divine duality of cyberpunk and virtuoso cuts.

[@maxime1776]

@@ca_pilot 😌

[@taco2422]

yes way ,two legends admiring eachother 💙

[@nubbinthemonkey]

and with this video, the demand just went up more

[@Texedge]

lol I don’t think it really matters at this point.

[@echo_waves9439]

I don't think the demand could go any higher.

[@andrewkerns6777]

If people keep hyping this camera, maybe I’ll be able to sell mine for 2k at some point.

[@josephpbrown]

@@andrewkerns6777 Here in the UK there's a used one near me for £1350... It's surpassed the original RRP of £1299.

[@artphototech]

There's no demand for it like there once was. Most people that I know that overpaid for it, regret it because it doesn't equal the hype because the hype ruined the perception of how "good" this camera is.

[@EddieVR]

I absolutely LOVE your videos. You reignited my love for photography a while back. Just wanna say thanks !

[@GxAce]

That's so awesome to hear :) Thank you!

[@skullerhead6150]

@@GxAce what is that holographic object that you use to show faces??

[@justaemptymall]

​@@GxAceDoes the x100vi still feel premium? 😂

[@shmonyx]

You made the original X100V vid two years ago and that's the main reason why i bought it. I'm still super thankful for that video since I was actually able to buy it while it was still in stock and priced fairly

[@kewaoni3995]

It's the same for me. That was also my first Gx video and I'm still here.

[@bwest6275]

There should be an x100VII by now 😂

[@albertmeyer8983]

@@bwest6275the times of unlimited growth are over

[@katecrabb1958]

Also same!!

[@Win5ton67]

Same here!

[@flohmin]

Had mine for a year and a half, sold her for more than new. The camera is overhyped for likes and views on KZbin and Tiktok, it's a newbie trap. Remember, gear doesn't matter. Good gear won't make you a better photographer.

[@TMxtt]

GxAce drops a video, I immediately stop what I'm doing, and settle down to watch. I binge watch his videos all the time. Each one is a gem. Kudos dude, for turning gear reviews into inspiring works of visual art.

[@rickbiessman6084]

And not just visual art. I love how he taps into sciene fiction narratives that remain >90% implicit, but allude to all kinds of storyworlds (mainly dystopian and/or post-apocalyptic, which is right up my alley). Pretty incredible.

[@ThierryQuerette]

Exactly!!

[@trailfuchs]

Dude, not only is every single video a pure work of art. Also the images you've created are so full of feelings, contrast and information. Amazing work as always

[@tjschmal]

Some of your photos look like a nightmare and your videos like an apocalyptic horror movie and no, this is absolutely not meant as an insult, but a compliment, because i love, love, love such a style since my teenage years. I immediately bought your presets. Dude, your are a genius. Your photos and the style of your videos are so incredibly good ! You made my day and you are an inspiration for an old goth like me !

[@yurikz9]

some truly comforting Eldritch horror vibes, its great

[@picturemaker]

I sold my x100v just before the shortage. Wasn't really my cup of tea. The X-Pro 3 on the other hand, I kept that. Delightful camera to use. Looking very much forward to see what an X-Pro 4 brings to the table.

[@JuanAMatos-zx4ub]

Any particular reasons why you liked the XPro over the X100?

[@picturemaker]

@@JuanAMatos-zx4ub The X-Pro3 felt better in the hands. I think it looks much better too. Yes, it's only looks, some may say, but it's important. To feel inspired when you look at and use your camera. I love the fold out screen that so many people complained about. It's unique and fun. A bit impractical at times but whatever. For me it brings a joy that the x100v doesn't. It's about as simple as that.

[@victorkreig6089]

@@picturemaker tbh I have never understood why so many people complain about screens period I have tried the vast majority of screen types with a myriad of camera bodies and none of them have ever bothered me. Sure I could understand if it can't close in on the body making scratching and such more likely, but other than that complaints about them are silly. Most have forgotten what it used to be like to have to deal with the defects or flaws in the designs of tools to get the desired effects you wanted. Sad really

[@TL-xw6fh]

There's nothing special about this camera. Indeed, a photographer can do exactly the same by simply focussing on one camera and one prime lens, fine tune your photographic techniques and learn to see the world with just that one camera, lens, colour grading and photographic technique. I've a whole big bin of cameras, lens, filters, tripods, ..... and I decided to go simple. For the past four months, I just use one camera and lens, a Nikon D750 + 35/1.8 with camera set to monochrome (yellow filter, +1 highlight -2 shadow, +2 sharpening). It has opened up my eyes and I began to enjoy my photography much more and been creating much more impactful images that I have for the past 5 years. I plan to change to colour from spring next year and experiment with colours next year. I am enjoying it so much now I plan to sell off my Fuji X-T3 and lenses too since I have not used them for the past 6 months.

[@Fabiozon]

This guy is so good it's almost embarrassing to exist as a photographer alongside him. The fact that he has a physical disability and still takes better pictures than 95% of us should really teach us a lesson about what's actually impeding us from achieving our goals vs. the excuses we give ourselves in order to stay in the couch.

[@minhhieu9589]

he does?? What happened to him??

[@kaibuchan]

@@minhhieu9589 3:44 he cant bend his fingers

[@jaychow94]

It just goes to show how the most important part of photography is the photographer's mind. Finding the right camera for you is a huge part of allowing you to get the images you need, but a good photographer can make any camera work for them.

[@Souzaphotos]

Well maybe stop thinking people with disabilities are less than and you won't be almost embarassed...

[@zerocore_]

@@Souzaphotosthats not what he said.

[@MichaelRichards983]

Amazing video but the camera you are talking about wasn't amazing. I bought it, used it, thought it produced OK images and turned around and sold it. Purchased the Sigma FP and that is a camera that blew my mind! The FUJI 100V was OK.

[@MicaelWidell]

The silver version is in stock in all stores in Sweden, but the black is impossible to find new :( The black is soo much more beautiful imo.

[@StrangelyIronic]

This video has had 3 titles in a week, jesus. For the current one blaming a chip crisis, Fuji cameras were impossible to get before covid even hit, don't lie. It may not have helped, but X100V and X-E4 were always sold out since release. I even saw Fuji selling marked up bodies on their official stores on platforms. They had zero issue supplying the X-H2 and X-T5 models, both of with had more complex systems with all new tooling.

[@noisevieux]

Dude i love your video and everything don't get me wrong, but can we stop putting the X100V on an altar just because il looks nice? 23MP and a cropped sensor or $1600 it's insane... i would rather buy a Lumix for 1/3 of the price

[@tobe144]

Sold mine a year ago for a barely used X-Pro3. The X100V was indeed very special and nearly perfect, but I really wanted to try different focal lengths. The fixed 23mm felt "boring" after a while. I even had the 35mm conversion lens but it's ridiculously huge imo.

[@photomorti]

I had the Xpro3 dura silver. Loved it untill my lcd and sub monitor died. Got it fixed , 2 months later same issue :( I really wanted to love it but if i cannot really use the screen it sucks. Very happy with my X100V now but i do miss using my 35mm 1.4 for sure. Magic lens

[@PatrickColpron]

You camera gear reviews are on a whole other level, good photos, great music, great gear footage and everything you say is on point.

[@dsv]

I guess it will be unpopular opinion, but I would pick X-Pro3 over this any day. Not only because of flexibility, but also because of even more simplistic approach to photos. :)

[@AnthonyJGianotti]

The sound design makes these videos, such good work as always 👏 Also, what anamorphic lens were you using in some of those close up camera and talking head shots? Absolutely love its rendering. As an aside, I tried taking photos without bending my fingers and all I have to say is respect 🤯

[@maxmuller3382]

Stoked to see a new film of yours!! Lucky enough I own an x100v and it is the most fun I had in 8 years of photography.

[@rickbiessman6084]

GX, I didn’t know about your physical disability until you mentioned it in this video. I’m all the more impressed by your skill because it must take so much more passion to push through the difficulties of using cameras that were not designed for hands like yours. "Wow" is all I can think of right now.

[@michaelmiller7928]

Fujifilm's assembly lines for the X100v were largely disassembled to make room for the line for the X-H2 series and X-T5 because the X100v did not sell well ar all in 2020. There's also the motherboard and battery differences and more as well. When demand blew up the move had already been made and now Fuji will perpetually never meet demand for the camera against its own decision it made a year earlier. This is information straight from my Fujifilm representatives as I am a camera retailer. This tells me the X100v's replacement will have the larger battery and be a bigger camera. Perhaps even with IBIS. But I'm not here for rumors. I'm just making my own foresight here.

[@bottledwaterprod]

For anyone that can't afford or find one, the Fujifilm X-T30 or X-T30ii is a great alternative. Similar in many ways. Minus the optical viewfinder, but with the bonus of interchangeable lenses. Similar light and small build with classic styling and a threaded shutter button.

The GX8 is still my favorite to use with my collection of vintage glass but also the Panasonic lenses are nice too. Wifi live view and remote work well enough. I know there's new features but this 7 year old camera does everything it needs too.

[@KNAPPAID]

i was so close to getting the gx8 , but then i picked up the a6400. Thinking whatd be different if i picked up the gx8 instead

[@JohnPatrickWeiss]

I owned the x100v but sold it and bought the X-Pro3 with 35mm f2 lens (because I prefer a 50mm look). Gotta love Fuji.

[@citrocar1028]

Not convinced! Why hype about it? Almost like marketing gimmick or strategy: produce less and create enforced demand😮! I might like Fuji build and even its IBIS. But it's still APSC & fixed lens😕. So, can't buy your hype about it. Sorry, man.

[@vianch_tog]

And I pointed out in the video from two years ago that videos like that were going to make it sell out, causing speculation to rise and that is indeed what happened. As much as I love the way you make videos, I hate the consequences of what it brings

[@SamiPaju]

I would argue, that X-Pro 3 + 27mm f2.8 is an even better combination, unless you do flash photography or really enjoy the 35mm equivalent fov. X-Pro 3 feels even better ergonomically, and the OVF is perfect with the 27mm lens. Add a squarehood lens hood, and it’s a beautiful and perfectly balanced combo.

[@JimIBobIJones]

Its a overhyped camera and not even that good (at its price) when you consider the specs. Its got a friggn huge body for a "compact" camera - as big as most APSC mirrorless interchangable lens cameras and much bigger than the sony A6000 series. Despite the size (and price) it doesn't come with any sort of lens stabilization, which despite what some will tell you is as useful for stills as it is for video. With IBIS, I can go down as low as 1/15 on my shutter handheld and get usable photos - without it, 1/60 if I am lucky. I also REALLY fail to see the appeal of the "film sim" BS. Having a shitty filter JPEG mode is something to damn a camera for, not hype it up. Use lightroom if you want vintage look to your photos... That way you have control over the look rather than having a crappy washed out colours and noisy "film grain" forced on you. Don't get me wrong, its a nice looking camera, performance seems decent (but nothing out of the ordinary) and the dedicated control wheels are sorta appealing (I still prefer having 3 "multifunctional" wheels which switch functionality depending on the shooting mode like professional cameras but I can see the vintage appeal) but it really is way too overhyped for what it is. The silver lining is that the hype has pushed down the prices of alternatives which IMHO are much more appealing packages for a larger sensor everyday carry camera.

[@cylas]

Insane Video as always, now i really want to buy a Fuji... I recently bought one of your Lightroom Preset packs and they transformed my Pictures from my Japan trip to a whole other level

[@photo_dude1686]

I bought the Ricoh GR III because I didn't want to spend $2300 on an x100v. I've since settled on the Xpro2. No regrets. Cool BnC soft shutter btw.

[@aljoschawolff4069]

There should be a video like this about the xpro2: Great interchanceable lenses, increadible picturequality, also a switchable viewfinder between analog and digital and it's way cheaper on the second hand market.. and the looks baby.... and the looks and tze heavy feel of the solid body!! Love it forever!!!!

[@IzzyBreh]

I bought mine for MSRP and ended up trading it for a Hasselblad 500cm and a few lenses and just bought an XPro 3 to replace it.

[@welliot]

incredible video, as always!

[@TheJ_G]

I enjoyed my time with the x100v, but ultimately I had to move on from it because it just couldn’t nail focus for me when I wanted to lean on AF. I tried everything I could think of but even my old xe1 and xpro2 nailed focus more often than my x100v. Those were slower, but I wouldn’t call the x100v fast to focus either. When it did nail focus, the images were fantastic and I could totally see why people love the camera, but I just got tired of feeling like it got focus on the back of the camera only to find out it was a bit off or soft on my computer. It was a constant problem with the AF. Meanwhile my Xh2/Xh2s pretty much never miss, so I went in that direction. I’d love to see an x100vi with the autofocus from the xh2/s. That would be a day one purchase for me.

[@zaius6125]

Man I loved your Presets, I had them purchased and I had used all of them religiously. I even had your Cinestill one that comes in one of the packs (I can't remember which one) but my PC crashed recently and I've lost everything, and I can not find where to get them, I remember they were sent to me automatically in a Winrar (Zaius) don't want to give my e-mail here, but for the life of me I can not find anything, I shoot you an email can you help me out? I'm not sure if it goes through you or goes to Selly but would love these Presets again as I lost the rar folder and access to e-mails and all my photographs I stupidly didn't back up, lesson learned.

[@sdad742]

Where do you find the props that you use in your videos and how are they called...I m talking about the old monitors...Also this video is an other masterpiece.

[@thansri]

I prefer using XE4 with 23mm F1.4 but X100V only provide F2.

[@jonashuckphoto]

It's a great little (actually not that little) camera. But it's not that special at the same time. Just pick up any other good camera and you'll be fine.

[@Kahunapunk86]

The subtle diss on the Leica Q3's non-flush articulating display...

[@BekirNusret]

I know these videos take soo much time to create, but my guy… I need more of this stuff 😩🤘

[@davkhr]

it would be cool if you dropped your own Fujifilm recipes we can use on the X100V

[@annekedebruyn7797]

I love everything about the x100v. But the lack of proper manual focus really kills it for me. The focus by wire on the leica q-series is pretty much flawless and feels like mechanical focussing. But sadly not on this camera. I hope that the xpro 4 will be announced soon.

[@lelluc]

the only time I ever use the 21:9 aspect ratio and 4k screen on my Xperia is for your videos 😂 keep up the amazing work! ❤❤

[@AlexOnStreets]

Some of these photos were shot in Fukuoka! Good work as always 👍

[@GxAce]

They were! Fukuoka is amazing. Good catch ;)

[@-grey]

I was collateral to this hype. I've been shooting Fujifilm for 10 years. I was waiting on my X-T to die before buying the X-E4 because I was looking for something smaller. Turns out the X100V hype spilled out and made the X-E4 run out of stock real quick. I was on a wait list for about 11 months before giving up waiting on Fujifilm to stock a small camera again and bought a Canon R8. So far I actually really like the Canon. The hype legit kicked me out of my system. I still have my XF lenses in case Fujifilm finally drop something compact again in the future, but damn. Luckily I have my Ricoh GR III in the mean time. 😂

[@BRZDR]

Wanted the X100v, ended up with the Zf. I really like having full frame, and Z lenses.. I wouldnt have found it if the fuji wasn't sold out! Found out how to get film simulations with nikon picture control, Kodak Gold 100

[@Chazoo]

Thanks for the continuous inspiration GX! Started my KZbin channel thanks to you!

[@dva5610]

And you failed

[@pdcichosz]

You've captured the essence. I used to shoot with an old DSLR, ancient by modern standards. But it became a part of my body. I didn't have to put a conscious thought into making it do what I needed. Like you don't think how you want to move your hand, you just do it. I 'upgraded' to a FF mirrorless a few years ago. I was struggling so much that I stopped taking a camera with me altogether. The most important thing in choosing gear is to find the camera that works for you.

[@mirthonline]

after using cheap dslrs in high school with bad lenses, my first big purchase of a camera in college to get me back into the hobby was the x100F. i pre-ordered it. i thought the fixed lens would avoid me from lusting over lenses and gear. one complete thing, singular with no worry. just me and the picture. every gearhead around me thought it was gimmicky. I've used it nearly every day since i received it. with the popularity of the x100v, i feel vindicated.

[@fnvtyjkusg]

How do you edit these videos without bending your fingers? It's super impressive, would be very interested in hearing about your setup

[@Skux720]

I bought mine used for NZ$2200 and they've been selling locally as high as $3000 lately, with even crazier prices internationally. I think I'll sell mine too while prices are hot. Honestly, it's just a camera. I find the grip too small, the controls and interface annoying (why can't I save different sets of controls to custom camera modes?), and the autofocus subpar.

[@tomhopkins3431]

I've found mine as well the original fuji xt1 i have owned it since it first came out and have never needed to upgrade. The camera is perfect and i know it inside out. Coupled with my 23mm f2, 35mm f1.4 and 50mm f2 its the perfect setup.

[@coreyriddell1759]

The production quality and aesthetics in your videos is admirable and inspiring. Id say they're always an instant watch for me, but I save them for when I can give them my visual and mental focus. Thank you for making them.

[@thecaveofthedead]

Amazing production. Lovely images. The demand for the X100V has had a knock-on effect. I'd rather have the XE4 but that's become much more expensive too as more people turn to it as an alternative to the X100V.

[@rodmcfarlane1349]

Not only consistently the best looking still images, but the most stylish presentation for KZbin. Thank you!

[@leftblank]

I hope nobody tells them about how good the x-e line is. I love my x-e4

[@danbrockettDOP]

Inspiring video as usual GX, you're amazing. Too bad hipsters turned the X100V into a fashion accessory. That's at least part of the reason, besides the chip shortage, why these are in short supply and people pay insanely inflated prices for them. I have four other Fujis and I totally get why this camera is the best for you with your physical impairments but for those not burdened with limitations, plenty of other great deals out there on changeable lens Fujis like the X-T3. I have three X-T3s and they are a great camera that has been overshadowed by the X-T4 and 5 but the X-T3 with a 23mm f/1.4 or even the 35mm f/2.0 CF lenses is a wonderful street photo tool. Still small and inconspicuous, but def not as hipster as the X100V has become. I've seen good examples of the pair, the X-T3 and lens for around $800

[@King_0_Frod]

I still use my original x100 with the sticky aperture stuck at f2. I shoot it in full manual as the camera doesn't recognize the stuck aperture so the light meter reads incorrect if you stop down. I also shoot with manual focus and just kinda set it to a certain distance and just try to position myself in the right spot. Its a pretty fun experience (even if I miss more than half my shots) but the ones that do come out are lovely and the experience is worth it. One thing to note that is disappointing is that fuji no longer offers any support or repairs for this camera so I'm "stuck" with the broken aperture.

[@chrisjames1924]

If it's true and they really have stopped repairing their older X100 cameras then maybe it's time to sell my older X100s. Really bad form on Fuji's part! They're effectively saying their cameras have a 10 year shelf life.

[@koybze]

your videos are super inspirational man, was just watching them this week again deciding on which camera to get and this coming out feels like a sign (plus them being available here atm)

[@deanoshmeano]

Gxace bringing the heat again. Mate you’re the reason I own an OG X100v. How hasn’t Fuji picked you up as a brand ambassador? You sell more cameras for them than their marketing team. Bravo

[@redoni3429]

I got the X Pro 2 and the same can be said here. These cameras are phenomenal

[@jravell]

The way you feel about this camera is the way I feel about the X-T1 with the 16mm f/2.8. Love these cameras.

[@GGrev]

In Australia even the second hand x100 (all of its varaints) are through the roof in pricing. I bought the original x100 and x100s and think they are still great. Even the original is non xtrans sensor.

[@ethanbenjamin8717]

but ARE these photos edited? SInce you claim that the pictures and their colours directly out of camera are so vivid and highquality, you should disclose if you have or have not graded the pics in this video

[@Skux720]

Of course they're edited, he sells presets

[@mariajoseandchase]

I absolutely love my X100V. I have the XT5 as well, but always come back to my X100V.

[@sssnrrr]

Does anyone know what the rectangular hood that was featured in the video?

[@GxAce]

I made it myself actually ;)

[@sssnrrr]

@@GxAce Wow - that’s so impressive! I really like it

[@erikjohnson4876]

This is more Blade Runner than Blade Runner.

[@fauland_photography]

I don't know what to say anymore. In this case one should shut up :-) But my heart and soul are so much touched by this video, I feel I have to add one more comment here: You are a true visionary and artist on the highest level. Thank you for sharing your view of the world with us. The images shown are all masterpieces ! PS.: I would never ever sell my X100V - It goes everywhere with me.

[@briankavo]

Your videos are mini works of art, not only in terms of the video footage/images but also in terms of sound design/music.

[@ex0ja]

Sold mine for an X-Pro3, can't believe how much the price went up since, I could have turned a profit! I just didn't like the 23mm focal length and it was a bit too big, felt I may as well carry the X-Pro3. I shoot raw but I find I generally just chuck on Classic Neg and when I go to edit there's barely anything I want to change!

[@quamb]

Gotta say.... the x100 line and its lens has a very distinct digital look to their photos that I'm not a fan of..... It's this super sharp and clinical look, to the point of being distractingly soulless. I've struggled to work around it, and use my xpro2 with fuji and adapted glass far more often. Also using the fly-by-wire lens is not fun... at all. Unless you like auto focus.

[@ericrjennings]

I tend to agree with you on this

[@maxzett]

I rly didn't know about the finger thingy. This makes those video another 200% more impressive. I can just imagine how much work those videos are when you (probably) can't even use a keyboard nor mouse normally.

[@SneakyCaleb]

Sold my V for the F because the hype was stupid and got an F for 800$ and love it

[@216kingDavid1]

I got the Fuji XE4 at $800, I love it

[@bit_hazegamers9781]

Goat is back with another dope video

[@WaltervonKurzgesagt]

I sold mine about two months ago, for the same price I bought it for in...whenever it was released. Crazy.

[@vitalis]

Great production video. As a side note, I never understood the appeal of any Fujifilm camera that wasn't the XT and XH line. They all seemed like nerfed cameras. Small size? Fixed/Prime lens? Retro design? Colour science/Fuji presets? You get that with XT. Price? X-T20/X-T30. A x100V that forces you to slow down your photography? One can do that with any camera. I feel the fact youtubers kept comparing it to a much more expensive Leica and its timeless design is what made drove the craziness for the x100v. I kept my 5D MKII for nostalgia sake and recently upgraded a X-T20 to a X-T5. I'm just glad people keep buying Fujifilm for whichever reason so that they are not forced to close or sell off the photography division.

[@cyrusshira2464]

Fun fact: I can't afford any camera

[@helveklikk]

watched this video 3 times, and every time it's had a different title xD

[@GxAce]

Honing it in haha

[@dair919]

Why did you make this vid lol

[@bleu_onsp]

It would be cool to show us behind the scene of one of your videos some day!

[@GxAce]

I post behind-the-scenes content over at patreon.com/gxace ;)

[@ZeroFuxBE]

OMG Pls do a piece on the Sony VX1000 next. To this day the most wanted camera in skateboarding culture. Interresting camera history! DYOR

[@RandomLifeProductions]

If I have to compare this to the Leica CL I would take the Leica. You can probably get one second hand for almost the same price and with the 23mm lens at f2 you won’t get a better camera. Small and simple to use, I thinks knocks the Fuji x100v off the podium and not so hyperdrive. Well I know fuji will be releasing an x100v soon

[@KETANORANA]

You are such an authentic voice and an artist in true sense. Always a pleasure watching your videos. :)

[@flightographist]

where did you get the fresh sphagnum moss ( a bog species) that you placed in several of these images (6:00), it does not grow in any urban areas.

[@GxAce]

It was on a well near a street gutter in Nara Japan.

[@flightographist]

Thanks.@@GxAce

[@DenisMcD]

Love my X100V, had it over 2 years now and it taken it all over the world That said, I bought it new at retail price only - paying over the odds for it is not something I'd do

[@GrainOnTheGo]

It’s always baffled me that the X100 series has not received a successor. I don’t particularly like it see the X-E series as more flexible but that being said, to not have a X100 successor yet? Fuji is missing a huge market chunk.

[@wmccinema]

This production level DESTROYED all of the WANNA BE cinematographers out there. haha THIS IS REAL CINEMATOGRAPHY!!!

[@vince2nd]

NGL, the audio is low

[@DiveVibe]

I think I spotted a canon xl1. I have one on my wall, lol. Such a cool looking camera, it was sick in the 28 Days Later times. Wait... I think that's an xl2...

[@unn4medfeel1ng]

I still regret selling my X100s for like $200 in today's money (it was 4 years ago), now they go for $400-500

[@Watermelon-daddy]

Ricoh GRxiii

[@stoffelundsoweiter2560]

I bought a second-hand X100F in 2019 and have hardly used any other digital cameras since then. The concept of the X100 series is second to none, the ability to change all relevant settings via physical buttons without having to go into menus still inspires me today. The camera feels like a high-quality tool that wants to be used. And as you said, i rarly have to put time in postproduction other than crop and aligning the images and maby tweak a bit of brightness cause the Jpgs are that good. Thanks for the good work and inspiring Videos!

[@sebatahiroki]

I cannot believe you were in my home town, Shonan with x100v. I would love to come back there and take the photos with my x100v as well. You inspire me to shoot more photos with mine. Thank you 🙏

[@aspenknight7237]

LOL..."nearly impossible" GET REAL. It's still on Amazon & the local camera shops have plenty, $1600+.

[@PhilGreer100]

I have recently aquired a FujiX100, a mint AE-1, and 2x Canon G9 (not G9X). Pretty good.

[@PhilGreer100]

Thanks to GxAce, Tom, and other channels providing coverage. Even then, the G9's have blown up in price also. Latest is a D7000 and have got some killer shots with it. End of the day, if you don't get in before popularity spikes and prices go up, just grab something else and get to know it an enjoy it. Most of the time you'll get something out of it that way, whilst still keeping the costs down and handling something different to the norm. The grain of the G9 is hot, though, and the X100s character is definitely lending toward old celluloid samurai films late night on SBS and rainy day trips to the Brutalist city galleries. That you can't deny.

[@mikafoxx2717]

Thank you for using black borders, especially for portrait photos the trend of white borders basically blinds you and ruins the impact of the images highlights.

[@humanthetooth]

DONT ACT LIKE YOU DIDNT DO IT YOUR GOD DAMN SELF with these insanely well produced videos