Have you switched to Fujifilm? I'm interested to see

@cow77cow

Жыл бұрын

Was a lifetime Sony shooter, from a-mount time. Sold all my full frame gear, two years ago and now bought my friend’s new (1000 clicks) xt4 with 16-55 2.8. Paid only £1300. Never thought I will back to apsc but fall in love with Fuji. Recently bought the viltrox 75mm f1.2 and looking for a secondhand second body. Try to choose between xt,xt4 or a x-pro 2.

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

@@cow77cow Oooooo tough decision, both XT4 and Xpro 2 are great cameras. I wish you the best in your decision

@brunooliv3ira63

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I switched from a Canon R to a Fuji XPro3

@julianhignell8452

Жыл бұрын

I switched from the Canon system…was all in on that, got myself the R6 with a load of RF lenses, but found it a little soulless tbh…really found that I was not getting on with it. So was looking at the Fujifilm cameras, now I learnt photography with film as a teenager, so was looking for that vibe. I bought myself an X100T and took it on holiday alongside the R6, just loved the experience so much that I hardly used the Canon. I have had an X-T1, X-E1, X100V, but sold those and bought an X-Pro 3 alongside an X-T5 which I am selling because it just doesn’t get used! The X-Pro 3 for me feels like I am back to when I was first learning and that wide eyed wonder at what photography can give you. It’s a special camera!

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

@@julianhignell8452 Thanks for sharing Julian. There's just something about Fujifilm and the X Pro 3 - I've found a lot of joy in this system

I like my Pentax K3. I’m glad you found a camera that you are happy with. It’s an important thing after coming from film. I don’t try to have a film look from my digital cameras, I just try to capture photos that make me happy. The Pentax does that for me; it takes fantastic pictures. Film or digital doesn’t matter, it’s what you end up with; being satisfied.

Good content Jay 👍

XPRO 3 and a 27 mm 2.8 pancake lens is perfection.

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Yeah agreed 👍

Its fun and engaging plus the colors look phenomenal out of camera. Its like driving and auto vs stick. Ill take stick all day.

Film Simulations and range finder style are the two most important for me. I might be a dinosaur but I love film image and the classic look of that range finder.

I enjoy picture taking even more after buying the XPro3 soon after it was introduced. It brought be back to the days of my 35mm film cameras. I understand that some people might not get allure of the design of the XPro3. It works well with my 16-55 and 50-140mm lenses. For street photography I do go with my Fujifilm f2 primes. I even took it on a 4 hour whale watch tour with a 100-400mm lens. So I think it is quite versatile. ;)

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Oh wow - yeah you've really put it through it's paces. You're right it's so versatile and yeah it really has that analogue, film like experience to it. It's a great camera!

I've been a Canon shooter for the longest time and moved over from an EOS-R and a 6D MKII to an X-T4. Love it!

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Yes - good man, good to hear!

Great video Jay. Love my X-Pro 2 and the 35 f2. It's the perfect combo. - Come on Fuji. don't let us X-Pro shooter down. We need an X-Pro 4. I don't even care for more megapixels. In fact make it less, but give us better dynamic range and low light performance please!

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dom - appreciate you stopping by. An X Pro 4 would be very interesting to see where they would go with it but I think I’ve heard the x pro 3 is the last of its kind

As someone who just got into the Fuji world with the x100s, I like the idea of the screen being faced that way. When I shoot with the x100s I turn my screen off and just use the viewfinder, I don’t use the lcd unless I’m changing settings, and the ovf and evf show you the image; I like how the ovf works, whenever you take a shot it shows you the image that you just took within that second, it makes you not need to use the lcd to see what you gotten. I’m not sure if the xpro 3 does that but it’s a damn good thing on the x100s

I'm moving my Canon R6 kit on and looking at X-Pro3 or the Leica Q2, both used. I shot Fuji a few years ago and found myself missing a simpler, smaller, lighter setup, and aperture settings on the lens. I'm and old-school manual stills shooter. I'm leaning towards the X-Pro3 but have real concerns about that LCD ribbon and the shutter button. I realize there is no perfect camera, but significant documented part failings and a class action suit are disconcerting.

Do you know if you could explain how to set up long exposures of 30 seconds on fujixpro3?

I love my xpro3! Try it with the Voightlander lenses! Amazing.

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Ooooo I bet!

I use it with a voigtlander 21mm f4 and 35mm f2 - a match made in heaven.

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Niceeee - thats a good setup

Still using xt3. Fujifilm is such a wonderful tool for clicking photos

@Jay_Ducker

10 ай бұрын

Agreed!

I really like that camera, I own the xe3 ( in love with it) the only downside for me is that it isn't water resistant😢. I was thinking about buying also an Xpro 3( still keeping my xe3 too) mostly for that reason alone and the OVF option but there is a big issue with the X-Pro3's which puts me off buying one , the shutter button mechanism seems to have a tendency to become “sticky” and unresponsive when fully pressed, sometimes after just a few weeks of use . Or more concerning is an issue with the LCD screen ribbon, which connects the camera to both the LCD screen and the rear sub-monitor. Under normal use, this has reportedly by MANY xpro 3 owners been failing, causing both screens to become unusable! Fuji is currently facing a class-action lawsuit in the US for that reason. Is a huge problem in my opinion for a camera quite expensive like that one.

If I had the funds I would love a Xpro-3 but you’re on the money at the end. Having a lens kit already for Fuji ; it would be an amazing pick up

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Yeah that does help make the decision for sure

@RyougiVector

Жыл бұрын

Hopefully it's in stock by the time you have enough money

Hello Jay, I have a question about the viewfinder: I know you can set up the digital one or the OVF. I tried once the Xpro3 and in full manual mode I noticed the hybrid viewfinder with the small digital image on the lower right corner. My question is: can you use the fully analogue finder like on film cameras? If yes, is it a telemeter viewfinder or reflex viewfinder? Thank you in advance for your answer :)

@cesarkalidvazquezsolano9372

Жыл бұрын

I'm not Jay but I think I have the answer to your question: Yes, you can use the viewfinder in optical mode only, but it's not a telemeter or reflex viewfinder, you will see through him like a telemeter but doesn't have rangefinder focus, only have squares over the OVF confirming the focus (like the focus confirmation on EVF or screen)

I love my X-Pro3 but it is now discontinued so only available on used market.

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

That’s true!

I’ll decide after the fuji x summit that is coming up.

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Fair

Which color is the camera you show in this video? And between black and dura black, which one you'd recommend? Thanks

@Jay_Ducker

10 ай бұрын

Mine is Dura Black and I prefer that but it’s your choice

Convincing reasons but what about the LCD ribbon issue that's lurking around the corner? I'm hesitant to buy a used XPro3 for that reason.

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Well there’s no perfect camera (yet) so you’ll have to weigh that one up my friend. All the best

Which one would you recommend then? xpro3 or xh2s? I love the x100v bc of the colors and film like. but i need something for good video quality as well.

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Well… they both do different jobs in my opinion. The X Pro 3 is more dedicated to photography and the XH2s does both brilliantly, particularly video. If you have the money get the XH2s. It’s a solid camera

I have an X-T4 but wanting to buy xpro3 but im debating if I waited out the xpro4. You think theyre going to reveal it any time soon?

@Jay_Ducker

10 ай бұрын

I’ve heard through the grapevine that the X Pro 3 is the last in that series… for now

You mentioned the 18 f2 as being something that would replicate the x100V wouldnt it be the 23mm F2 instead so you get the 35mm focal length thats on the x100 series. the 18mm would give you 28mm equivalent

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I thought that in post and you’re right but the 18mm would still do a great job. Thanks for your comment bud

Chimping is not an issue. It's the fact that you HAVE to use the viewfinder in order to take a photo which in current times is not always so optimal. For example, as a person who needs glasses, I prefer to shoot from the LCD rather than viewfinder.

As soon as I finally bite the bullet on the x pro 3 which I desperately think is my perfect camera, I just know they’ll finally announce the 4 lol.

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Sod’s Law hey - but don’t quote me but I don’t think there is going to be a 4 😬

@theloverboydiaries

Жыл бұрын

@@Jay_Ducker if you’re referring to some sort of info or article please do share! I must be out of the loop 😅

@domtomas1178

Жыл бұрын

Come on Fuji you must come out with an X-Pro 4 !!!!! It's perfect as is, just make the EVF higher res to help with manual focusing. That's it 😁

man i love my xpro3

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

Me too

Random question but what is the over shirt you’re wearing?

@Jay_Ducker

9 ай бұрын

Ummm would love to tell you but I don’t know 🤷‍♂️

I’ve got an X-E1 and X-E4 with a number of different primes. I’m interested in the X-Pro 3 or 2 but they are ridiculously priced for what you get. It’s a lot of money pay for the design aesthetic. It’s not like they are technically cutting edge.

@Jay_Ducker

10 ай бұрын

Yeah I would kinda agree with this tbh. It is an expense

@shred3005

10 ай бұрын

@@Jay_Ducker I guess what I’m saying is that while the design aesthetic of the X-Pro 3 is appealing, unless you really desire the optical viewfinder (which is still not as good as my full frame DSLR), my X-E4 uses the same lenses and sensor and produces exactly the same images in a lighter body (but no weather sealing) at a fraction of the cost. I still like an X-Pro 3 though 😁

Hi mate, where did you get your xpro3? Thanks

@Jay_Ducker

Жыл бұрын

I got it used from WEX

@goopcat

11 ай бұрын

@@Jay_Duckerany reliability issues? I shoot daily and want this camera but not if it’s going to fail from daily use.

@Jay_Ducker

11 ай бұрын

@@goopcat This camera is solid - I've had no issues whatsoever, personally, but always do your research

@goopcat

11 ай бұрын

@@Jay_Ducker thanks for the update! I hope the one I get doesn’t have the ribbon screen fail or shutter button fail. I’ve been shooting for 451 days straight on the Ricoh GR 3. But might switch the xpro3 for a year of daily shooting.

Major reason not to switch to an xpro3….its not a pro tool. The camera is great for enthusiasts but has tons of reliability issues from faulty shutter release to dying screens, ill-fitted titanium plates and unexpected system failures. Maybe the xpro4 is a better choice or the xpro2 but certainly not the 3

@killer0178

11 ай бұрын

That is true, unfortunately Fujifilm X series has been associated more with enthusiasts than a work tool. There are people using the brand as a working tool and creating amazing images true but those numbers are very low. I'm one of those alongside many others that I know that own a fuji camera for recreational photography while using another brand to do the "heavy lifting"

@ovrxpsd

8 ай бұрын

oh wow, now I'm worried about mine. I was aware about the LCD issues, but not all the other ones you mentioned. I'm hoping mine lasts a long time. the LCD going out wouldn't be too much of an issue. I would still use the EVF to review photos or go through the menu although I have heard about a few cases where people have gotten theirs fixed for free when contacting fujifilm even after their warranty period.

@jaegerschtulmann

8 ай бұрын

@@ovrxpsd if you got one of the later produced units you should be fine. Anyways the lcd is an easy fix if it ever happens to yours

I still chimp with this camera, I just do this through the eye piece! Aha take that Republicans