Why is Everyone Buying This Camera!? | Fuji X100V

The Fujifilm X100V has proved to be a favorite among photographers, especially this year it has gained a lot of attention. I bought one in a sold out market to explain why this camera is arguably...the most popular camera of 2022.
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[@agunemon]

What you described... I got it from getting an old lumix LX7 and reopenning it after years in my dad's closet... I love it especially for taking blackandwhite and macro photos.

[@Skylarblue365]

I live by the rule of not using my phone as a camera ever since i started using 35mm. Having something specific for taking photos, whether it's a film camera or a tiny digicam from 2007, makes taking photos that much more significant and fulfilling.

[@alljustatoms]

You’re not alone dude. I paid $2000. Supply and demand. These cameras hold their value. Even the X100F used cameras are a good option still, but they’re pricy too.

[@grahamwhite2782]

Totally with you on this. I already have the original X100 but wanted the V because it improves the experience. And like you I paid over the odds for it (but not quite as much as I got really lucky and paid only £100 more than original list price) but it was definitely money well spent. I’m going out with my X-E3 tomorrow, because I want to be able change lenses for where I’m shooting, but I’ll put the V in my bag just in case.

[@katarina9278]

Hi, I have a question! Which camera would you recommend to someone who doesn't know anything about photography, wants a compact pocket camera (that makes decent photos and videos) just to replace their iPhone, and has limited financial funds to spend on it? 😂 I'm that someone, pls help

[@sdhute]

If your in the USA start a live chat with a best buy agent. You can prepay for it and they will ship you the next one coming into stock. That’s how I got mine took three weeks. I might actually sell mine

[@HunterLikesCameras]

If you sell it, you would probably make a profit so might as well if you don’t want it.

[@Htatoohlaing]

How much are you going to sell it for?

[@sdhute]

@@Htatoohlaing thinking 1400 it has only 500 shutter actuations on it. It’s a silver model

[@BeverlyH]

interested if you're selling!

[@Josianonthego]

I tried it and BEST buy said that’s not something they do.

[@jorges4524]

Just got this camera and I feel like traveling and enjoying photography again. Thank you for the great points. This video was deep and philosophical.

[@photomuse768]

That feeling is priceless. So, you're not stupid.

[@Tekrel]

Bought it when it came out after a year with the x100f. I like it a lot just something I throw in as an extra body when I want a different point of view. Said screw it and went backwards bought the x100, 100s and 100t for pretty cheap before the latest old cameras are the new film craze happened. End of the day they're all just tools if you like it pat yourself on the back money comes and goes but the memories are priceless. Still with all that said I feel like the true sleepers that probably will go up sooner or later in the Fuji line up are the X70 and X10 which are true pocket cameras that everyone kinda ignores.

[@wtr4397]

You wont regret buying this camera. I have owned 3 other iterations and this model is by far the best.

[@phuntsokphotography]

I still have my original x100 bought it when it first came out, contemplating to purchase x100v or not.

[@rogerwalker3201]

Passion is priceless.

[@GastonShutters]

I have it and I love it but when it comes to image quality I find the Ricoh GRiiiH a way better option for those wanting best bang for the buck and ultra pocketability.

[@HunterLikesCameras]

I thought about getting the Ricoh as well. Would u say the image quality is similar between them?

[@GastonShutters]

@@HunterLikesCameras if not better. The raw files are super flexible with both of that wormie artifacts the Fuji still has.

[@carlosleon521]

It looks really fun, hopefully I can get one when the hype and prices go down

[@HunterLikesCameras]

Might not be for a while though, doesn’t even seem like fujifilm is prioritizing producing more. There are probably a few other options that might be better.

[@melvinbrinson]

honestly just wait for the successor at this point

[@verynick]

Looking at this camera as well but didn’t want to pay the hype price so I ended up getting the xt30 ii instead and so far I’m happy with it. Not sure what the advantages are internally but I know I can change the lens if I wanted to

[@HunterLikesCameras]

I actually had an xt30 before I sold it and got my a7iii. It’s a great camera for the price. If you could only have one camera, I think you made the right choice buying it over the x100v

[@EddieOrr]

One thing I learned about shaky footage taken from the x100v, is that you can use it to your advantage by trying to emulate a super 8 film look. 😀Great video/photos friend! here's a custom film simulation recipe for you! "TOLEDO" eterna Grain: Weak, Small WB: 5500K R,0 B,0 DR: 200 TC: H+2, S+2 Colour: +3 Sharp: -1 NR:-2

[@MacinteuchPlus]

Great video, I was also wondering what that sudden hype was, I love the design of the X100V but I really can't sacrifice the variety of lenses available out there so the closest thing was the Xpro 3 and I don't regret it getting it one bit, it has everything I need in a camera (except a good handle for big hands, but that can be arranged with little gadgets such as thumb rests and a handle extension) and it really inspires me to work with the camera, I come from a nikon dslr where every setting is adjusted with a combination of buttons, which is fine, but the feeling of having the freedom to turn every knob and instantly see what your shutter speed or iso is is such a liberating feeling, only con of that camera is the classic mirrorless issue of having kinda atrocious battery life, where I needed to take 1500 shots to empty my nikon's battery here it only lasts 400 or so, but hey that's a price I'm willing to pay

[@HunterLikesCameras]

I really looked at the xpro as well. I’m just a sucker for fujifilm.

[@5265060]

Like yourself, I overpaid a little on eBay to get a new/ open box x100v and don't regret it one bit. My love of taking pictures has been reignited by this device so I'm ok with being an idiot. What are your favorite film simulations so far??

[@HunterLikesCameras]

haha good to hear I'm not the only one. I found a super 8 film simulation I've enjoyed using a lot.

[@xaqansger3610]

I want to buy x100v but I can not find anywhere. Some of them sell for an expensive price. I don’t know which online store is legit. I live in USA by the way.

[@eliseocarmona488]

Dope video bro, keep up the great work

[@HunterLikesCameras]

Thanks man!

[@eliseocarmona488]

@@HunterLikesCameras no thank you lol I’m debating whether to get the x100v, xf10, or the x70 but I can’t decide 😩any thoughts on this ?

[@howardchud9097]

It’s Adorama not Adama

[@johni-m8944]

I love point and shoots, been rocking with my sony zv-1 for a while now

[@RobertLeeAtYT]

What the Fuji X100v demonstrates is how to do marketing with in an environment now dominated by social media. Seed your product with influencers. Buy them off - from direct money to pay off more subtle. Watch the demand for whatever your pushing skyrocket. The return on advertising dollar is huge; it's certainly much cheaper than paying for a 30 second Superbowl spot. The Fuji is an okay camera. It already wasn't that great when introduced; it's a poor value now. Read the initial reviews. It's plastiky. It's retro-poseur. It's camera hipster skinny jeans. etc. etc. Fundamentally, what's changed over the past three years? On its merits, the Fuji should be a $700 camera on the used market. For $1600 and for that same "I'm a real, serious photography artist now feeling" dig around and do better. The Leica SL Typ 601 gets you further with that crowd. A Nikon D850 would get you street cred with the harried pool photogs at the bar. Heck, sling a Pentax 645D if you really want to be noticed for those in the know.

[@HunterLikesCameras]

I can totally see how that could be what has happened here. I am just a big fan of the size, and I do like Fuji’s user interface a lot. But your right that it has become the hipster skinny jeans of cameras 😂

[@MOTOmunchies_420cc]

I paid 3k on Amazon to get it shipped to 🇨🇦 toronto, Ontario... brand new 📷 fujifilmx100V ... 🤯

[@sallydon3723]

High quality images

[@essentially.basics]

Mine is backordered(black) ... who knows when I’m gonna get it…

[@missmicaiah2840]

When did you order it??

[@essentially.basics]

@@missmicaiah2840 12/12 from B&H photo

[@k1773ns]

Bought the x100f instead. Didn’t think the higher prices of the v was worth it

[@HunterLikesCameras]

That’s a good idea

[@dgutie8]

It’s expensive! I love my Ricoh griii x, takes crisp, beautiful pictures and very portable. I also have a Fuji x70 which works great and takes great pictures!

[@TobermoryCat]

I'll wait for the x100w or whatever it will be called. I presume Fuji want to take my money as soon as they can.

[@ankitkanyal9272]

amazing video

[@HunterLikesCameras]

Thanks!

[@WhoIsSerafin]

I laugh at this generation saying you can't do video without image stabilization, lol! How was it possible in the 80s and with tape no less!!! Anyways been looking at this since the f version and I really haven't touched any of my other cameras since July when I got it except when I have done concerts.

[@dessiecheersjr8321]

Theres a back order on most of their poplar inventory.

[@dessiecheersjr8321]

Popular*****

[@5265060]

lol wooden camera bodies

[@agunemon]

In the next few years... This is gonna flood the 2ndhand marketplace when these enthusiasts replace theirs with a new one or start to destash to upgrade.

[@HunterLikesCameras]

Very true 😂

[@alljustatoms]

The X100F used is still quite pricey.

[@lenmaryan7943]

A little better autofocus and some kind of image stabilization and they will dominate the market

[@HunterLikesCameras]

Yeah I find the autofocus does do more seeking than I’d like.

[@keptkozy]

Seems like a waste of money tbh. Point and shoot basically? For that price?

[@HunterLikesCameras]

Yeah basically. It’s probably the perfect point and shoot though. Worth the price? No. But still a great camera I love using.

[@SynthRockViking]

I also want this, but I'm late to the the trend-train every timee😫

[@HunterLikesCameras]

Trends are overrated, don’t worry about it. Just keep creating

[@stephenbradford7936]

No one is buying this camera because they are not being sold anywhere other than eBay for 2500 dollars

[@shrawanpun9218]

Lmao I actually paid $1900

[@SimoneZanetti]

it’s “5” not “v”😂

[@HunterLikesCameras]

I thought so too, but for some reason everyone pronounces it “v”

[@SimoneZanetti]

@Hunter Hermsen it's ok... semantics... considering that the previous one was IV (roman number for 4) I assume this is V (Roman number for 5) :-) I wonder when Fuij will release version VI (6)?

[@samienr]

@@SimoneZanetti the previous one was the X100F

[@SimoneZanetti]

@@samienr you’re right, the F stood for Fourth

[@raymeedc]

I don’t get the hyped appeal of this camera, as I’d rather get one of the similarly bodied E models with interchangeable lenses.