On my third X-Pro1 body… hands down one of the best cameras I’ve owned and used. Bought my original years ago, worked it really hard until the shutter eventually failed a few weeks ago. The second body I picked up for £60, moved it on for a profit (wish I didn’t), and now on my third body to replace my failed original. Files are a joy to edit, ISO performance is excellent and form factor is so comfortable. The OVF really comes into its own when you use the 18mm f2 in manual focus mode, zone focus and hit the streets. As a crowd capture camera with remote flash trigger at gigs, zone focused, nothing beats it. 16mp is more than enough for most needs as well.

@SideshowBob44

2 ай бұрын

Only £60? They are worth like £500+ on MPB now lol

@derrenleepoole

2 ай бұрын

@@SideshowBob44 listed as not working because the ‘shoot without lens’ wasn’t turned on. Bit of risky auction, but it paid off.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I can imagine with zone focus the AF issues with the OVF wouldn’t be an issue, will need to try that out! Also 60 gbp for a body is an insane deal, where are all these people finding such cheap X-Pro1’s!! I thought I did alright with my bargain hahaha

@RiveTheRat

Ай бұрын

You should absolutely get your other bodies repaired. Mine was sold with a completely dead shutter, the repair technician replaced the shutter motor and it seems to be doing fine, if it fails again I'll absolutely get it repaired again. It is also a serial number 21-, meaning which means it's also one of the very first X-Pro 1s ever made!

@unbroken1010

25 күн бұрын

Worked it like a what? 😂

Thanks for a great video, and you’ve inspired me to dig out my x pro 1 😊

Awesome video as always, I still have my x-pro1 which I bought when it first came out and I absolutely love using it, I did buy the X-Pro2 but even though I love the x-pro2 I tend to steer for the x-pro1 more even though I have other Fuji cameras, have a great day…

Yes. Another video from you. 🎉

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Apologies about the delay!! Really trying to stick to a once a week posting schedule but it’s tough cause the videos take so long to make haha Should improve going forward though!

let’s gooooo! been so chuffed for this video.

Great video! I got my x-pro1 for 300e 6y ago and it was best purchase i EVER did.🥰

I still have mine :) It blows you away.. It's not about autofocus or high iso performance.. I shoot it at 4000 & 6400.. still is mind-blowing it's not noise (it's just noise in our head) and do yourself a favour and put the XF35mm F1.4 on it.. This was the original combo.. You'll be shocked on the results it produces.. Look up Zack Arias camera release video for Fujifilm in India.. :o

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I need to get the 35 1.4 but I just love the Zeiss so much I haven’t felt the need to get one, but hopefully in the future I’ll pick one up and see what all the hype is about

I bought one for 100 on eBay during the pandemic-best eBay purchase I ever made

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

What a steal!!

@buckleyrobinson7415

2 ай бұрын

Damn. Nice pickup. Must have been right before the x100v took off and affected the prices of all the xtrans cameras

@jungleboy1

Ай бұрын

wow, now going for $400/500 stupid crazy

@goldenhourkodak

Ай бұрын

@@jungleboy1Just paid $500 for one

@jungleboy1

Ай бұрын

@@goldenhourkodak ouch!

I've had mine for over 5 years now and it was only *this week* that I discovered that if you press the thumbwheel you can zoom into the EVF for more accurate focussing. I love the images here with the flash.

I have the X-E1 - Love it. Apparently, it has a better evf than the pro-1. I really enjoy your videos, mate.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching! I’ve never tried the XE1, but I loved my XE3!

I love both my X-T1s, the black one and the graphite silver one!

I was gifted one at the start of the year. After my sony alpha breaking. It was weird at first . But now I'm totally loving it. The shots come out beautifully. The colours and depth is amazing. A really awesome wee camera. ❤

i don’t own an X-Pro1 but two weeks ago, i exchanged my M1 MBP for an X-T1 with a mint 16-55mm f2.8 and i’ve been having a blast testing out FujiXWeekly’s X-Trans II recipes. the Monochrome film sim is insanely good and a few tweaks can get it looking like Acros or Cinestill BwXX especially when i’m above ISO4000. the Classic Chrome & Pro Neg Std are gorgeous too. there’s something really special about these older Fujis. still itching to upgrade to an X-Pro3 or X-T5 though. awesome video by the way! tuned in from South Africa. 🤞🏽

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I’d suggest buying the modern Fuji and holding onto that XT1, while modern Fuji’s are amazing there is a certain something about the older bodies that you just can’t replicate, maybe it’s the lower resolution or something but the files out of these older cameras just look so damn good!

X-Trans is in the X-M1 as well. I would recommend to only use manual lenses on the X-Pro 1 with a 3 stop ND filter for wide open shots. Any adapted vintage lens or Voigtlander lenses work great. Main reason I use this camera is I love the colours straight out of camera which I can't replicate in the later Fuji camera's. I shoot jpg only and make minor tweaks to contrast and exposure.

@Gkaras55

2 ай бұрын

What’s the point of nd filter? Also what about focusing? Evf is garbage

@MICHELE_et_LANCE

2 ай бұрын

@@Gkaras55 There is no electronic shutter on the X-pro so in bright sunlight you won't be able to shoot at wide apertures. There's only contrast detect AF so there's no point in using autofocus glass on this camera in my opinion. When I need autofocus, I use a Sony. The EVF is good enough and I love camera's that have it in the left corner. Feels great when shooting. Nose isn't up against the screen. A lot of compromises on this camera, but the colours and jpgs are more film like in my opinion.

I used mine daily. Its insanely fun and the images are bonkers

Big Matt! Loved the video. I just got my first xpro1. I actually got an xpro1 and x-t1 for $1000! You got yourself a bargain. I'm loving the xpro, im using the Ektachrome preset from fujixweekly. Its the type of camera that you shoot simply for the love of shooting. Its like an old friend. Great purchase man, great video!

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! That’s a great combo deal! I think they’d both compliment each other nicely. Haven’t really bothered trying any film sims with it, never got into using them I’ve always just shot RAW haha

I did see that Xpro1 on Marketplace. Honestly, I used it on a photo walk with Fuji users this Saturday and its performed really well and AF 50 f2.

@rudermanphoto

Ай бұрын

The Fujicron’s are so good!!

Love that! Wow. I’m sorry I sold my X-T1 which was my first Fuji.

Got two Xpro 1’s, both mint condition and rarely used. Just love the output from them, and I like that you have to slow down when using them. The autofocus is a bit sluggish and the viewfinder overrated but when you see the colours and renderings in the photos you forget all that. I use the old 35 f1.4 and the “kit” zoom which is amazing in itself. Missed out on an xpro3 so really hoping Fuji come up with a new model soon. Thanks for making the video and giving the old girls some more loving!🙏👍🇦🇺

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Here’s hoping they release a new X-Pro although I have my doubts they’ll actually end up doing it, looks like all rumours point to them quietly discontinuing it because the XT line has now sorta taken over as their dedicated “photo” camera with the XH line being the flagship.

I have 6 Fuji bodies and the Xpro1 is my fave. It’s the go to when I don’t need fast autofocus.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Damn that’s an impressive collection, what other Fuji’s have you got?

@WaywardAce

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto XE1/XE2/XT1/XT2/XPro2 …….. also have an x20 a nice point and shoot

Good video! I sold my XPro1 a year ago but always regretted it! Looks like you have a good lens collection as well, maybe make a comparison/recommended lenses video? Curious to know if the 50f1.0 is worth the high price tag Specialty compared to the new 56mm! Oh and how much would be a fair price for the Zeiss 32mm in your opinion? Thanks!

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

The video before this one is my Fuji lens guide one! I haven’t personally tried the new 56 1.2 WR, I hear it’s very good but I’ve been very happy with the 50 1.0, although not on a small body, it’s really only suitable on like an x-t5 with a grip or the X-h2s. I paid $750 aud for my Zeiss brand new, that was with an eBay coupon though, used I think 600-700ish is a reasonable price.

Love the video man, only complaint is that this won't help keep the prices down! I've been shooting an X-Pro1 for 4 years now and love it to bits. Picked up an X-E1 the other day as a spare, these first gen sensors are truly special

@rudermanphoto

2 күн бұрын

The prices for these have been crazy for ages, I personally wouldn’t pay over 800aud for one - but yeah I guess this video doesn’t help things 😂

Have you tried the old 35 1.4 . It is the perfect match

I love my X Pro-1. It's my most fun camera. I'm sorry that manual focus is difficult on it. Manual focus (without focus by wire) would otherwise be the perfect fit for this camera.

Crazy prices you got in Australia. In Russia they go for arond 300-500$. I recently bought x-e1 for 220$ and then x100s for 270$ both in good condition. I think I like files from x100s more, but it definetly more fun shooting x-e1 with manual lenses.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Sounds like the prices from 2019 🥲 I wish they were that cheap still!

Great review mate! I picked up my x-pro1 a few months ago for $500 from Teds and I’m absolutely loving it

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Great deal!! I didn’t realize Ted’s had such good prices on used gear, I thought there might be a markup

@hoopeyknowsbest991

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto you can imagine my surprise when I saw it sitting there in the preowned case! 😅

Oh Mat. Your video has made me dust off my first ever digital Fujifilm. The xpro1. That has been bricked on my bookcase for half a decade. Gonna fix the old girl up and fire up the memories. Great news that it wasn't just me that had a low hit rate with one. I hadn't realised it was only in hybrid mode. Cracking review cracking content

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Haha is it the case that all X-Pro1’s in hybrid mode seem to miss focus or something? Very interesting if so, but yeah try use EVF only and you’ll notice your hit rate will be drastically better.

I use it with Manuel focus lens minolta rokkord 58mm f/1.4 and no problem with the magnification when i press the scroll wheel in manuel focus. Amazing camera, pleasing to use and fantastic results. Thanks for the video

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

It’s certainly usable, but when you compare it to a modern Fuji it’s not even in the same league for MF assist haha

@lueniopue2488

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto or course but i take it as it is … an old and limited camera but that teach me so much on photography

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

@@lueniopue2488 absolutely! I think the camera is still amazing even with its sub-par manual focusing performance haha

I've shot and owned every Leica, Qs, Ms, SL, analog. The X-Pro 1 is still a beast. Just re-bought 2 for cheap. Reminds me of shooting the Contax G1&2 and the Hassie X-PAN. Shot weddings with the XPro1 back in the day. Good to have a few back in my daily carry. FYI-there is an OVF setting to show the parallax focus. That should help your OVF hit rate. As well as using the Fujicron F2 WR lenses. 2nd favorite camera after the M8.2 black paint. Cheers!

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Ooooh, that setting might be what I need to enable, I’ll check it out - thank you for the tip!!

@Nerdzombiedisco

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto Cool. It's in the settings. Tinker around. Let me know if you need to be pointed in the right direction. It will show the middle focus box and then an offset box with the green actual focus. It's annoying to see the ovf cluttered, but after a week or so you figure out the distance and parallax and then can turn it off.

I was thinking about selling my xpro1 since I recently picked up a GR III but I think you’ve convinced me to keep it. Also since I see other talking about their crazy deals, I got mine as a gift back in 2020 from my buddy!

@rudermanphoto

Ай бұрын

You can’t sell a gift!! I vote hold onto it, there’s not much else like it!

@unbroken1010

25 күн бұрын

Keep it for when the gr3 dust vacuum turns on 😂

I bought the Zeiss 32 to go with my XP3 after watching your video (as well as other videos). Now you got me wanting an XP1 to go with it too! 😅 Luckily, I already have the 23 f2 and 18 f2... so you won't get me with those! hahaha. Great video! thanks!

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Haha I’ve always wanted an XP3 myself, just to say I’ve tried all three of them…maybe if I can find one for a good price

Hi Matthew, can you let me know the flash you had on top of the x pro1 in your 23mm lens video please?

@rudermanphoto

Ай бұрын

It’s a Fujifilm EF-X20, sadly discontinued so now it sells for silly amounts of money unfortunately

@maxheadroom7687

Ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto Thanks Matthew, thought that might be the case. Appreciate the reply.

@unbroken1010

25 күн бұрын

Godox lux junior is basically the same thing and 50 or so

Do you prefer the OVF of the X-Pro series or the EVF of the XE series?

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

It’s been over 5 years since I last used an XE camera so I can’t really recall what the EVF quality was like in comparison but the EVF on the XP1 is pretty god damn terrible, maybe the worst EVF I’ve ever used. Compared to the modern XT5 and especially XH2s which has the best EVF I’ve ever used it’s a stark contrast that’s for sure! I love the idea of the OVF and the rangefinder like experience of seeing more of the frame is very neat but I have had heaps of issues with images just being out of focus when shot with the Ovf using autofocus, maybe with zone focusing it would be better, need to do some more testing. For that reason I just kept it in its EVF mode, while the quality sucks it’s good enough to compose and take photos with so it’s alright, I make do haha

Great camera, but I prefer the x-e1: smaller body, same awesome sensor, better evf and built in diopter. Great review!

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

I’m a long time x-pro1 user and love it. But I will be needing that preset pack after watching this! 😂 Greta video and lovely work dude. Could I ask what flash you’re using with the x-pro1? Cheers.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!! I use the sadly discontinued EF-x20 flash, I love it and really wish Fuji didn’t stop producing it because the resale price of them is absurd now haha

@sunclimber7428

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto ha ha this is what I was afraid of! Can’t justify spending that money on a flash 😂

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

@@sunclimber7428check out the Godox Lux Junior or the FlashQ Q20II, both are good and reasonably priced alternatives although sadly neither as quite as good as the EF-X20 haha

@sunclimber7428

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto thanks dude. Think think it’s gunna be the q20ii I like the idea of being able to quickly use it off camera!

what kind of lens hood is this (silver)? great video🎉

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

It’s the SquareHood Model V! It fits the 23 f2 and the 35 f2 Stupid expensive at $129.95 aud but it looks so cool! Edit: you can buy it from the official SquareHood website for $101 aud actually

@StephanSchramm8771

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto 🙏🏻👍🏻

At the end of it's run, Fuji USA was blowing them out at B&H for $500 USD NEW. I bought 2 of them. There are only 3 digital cameras I know of today that you can buy new that give you more of an organic "film look" to your images: The Pentax K1 Mark II and the Pentax K3 III and K3 III Monochrome. Of course, the easiest and best way to get the "film" look is to shoot film... And that's why I shoot the BEST SLR ever made the Pentax LX. 🙂 (When I'm not shooting 4x5 or 8x10.)

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

What a steal!! I’d love a brand new in box one, although I will admit I do rather love how patina’d my one looks, it’s so unique and special hehe Never shot with a Pentax DSLR, I’ve heard great things though!

@unbroken1010

25 күн бұрын

Sigma sd quatro,

This is unreal

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Thank you my man!

@unbroken1010

25 күн бұрын

It's memorex

yay! i was waiting fr this ever since you mentioned abt x pro 1

WOAH!!! Our cameras are only like 15 units apart. We have almost the same SN. What’s up camera brother!!!

@rudermanphoto

26 күн бұрын

🤝

So ...would you say image quality is the same as the M8 ? And if you had to pick one which would it be ? Make a video about it ?

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I think the image quality is better then the M8, not just cause it’s higher resolution but you’ve got waaay more flexibility in terms of high iso performance, I was getting totally usable images at 5000 ISO on the XP1 whereas the M8 is pretty much useless after 640 haha The M8 does have a certain charm to the photos and the shooting experience is pretty different too, and the M8 is built much better, so they both have their strong points but for overall image quality the XP1 is definetly the better choice, which isn’t surprising given its 6 years younger too haha I’ll be sure to make a comparison video though! Especially when using the same lens on both

@87visuals49

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto thank you so much for responding I really appreciate it ..u have been super helpful with all of your videos

The XE1 came out with a better EVF, then the XM1 came out with nothing!...M1 has the gen 2 processor if you didnt know and is a good companion(with 27mm) to Pro1.One of my Fuji bags has all 3 bodies with different primes....The coating looks great with the kinda matching strap,FUN bodies the first gen X trans...Also, Ive not noticed missed focus when using OVF,I'll pay attention in future and see if it happens.

Did you go into the menu and click on parallax correction. This should help with auto focusing with the optical viewfinder. Please let me know how you fare.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I’ve got it enabled, it’s been enabled ever since I got the camera, you can see it in the viewfinder shots in the video 6:16 - I was curious as to why there were two boxes, am I meant to rely on the dotted box to point where I want it in focus or on the center solid box instead?

@rockporttwentyseven

2 ай бұрын

use the optical viewfinder its much better for autofocusing as u dont have to deal with the slow refresh rates of these old fujis. a green focus confirmation will appear in between the two boxes depending on your distance to the subject. i dont remember which box will turn fully green for infinity and for close focus. after a while youll get used to it n can quickly kinda estimate on where ur focus confirmation will end up depending on your distance to your subject. kinda like a distance scale confirmed: solid box is infinity focus

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

@@rockporttwentyseven maybe I just need to practice some more with it, now that I sorta understand what the separate boxes mean I reckon id be able to use it better. It is genuinely very fun using the ovf, I hate the EVF in it haha

This camera seems to render images a little GRish, which is a big plus in my opinion. The autofocus doesn't seem a big issue to me, because if I ever use this camera, I will stick with manual focusing anyway. I have had a chance to test the new GFX 100 II and the thing which impressed me most was its viewfinder, feels like some VR glasses. It also wasn't as heavy as I've thought. It seems that viewfinders in general have been Fuji's pair of shoes.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

The autofocus is not too bad, if you’re patient with it it will be ok, as long as you aren’t shooting anything super fast moving should be alright - I can certainly say manually focusing on the xpro1 is not the best experience, especially compared to how good the modern Fuji EVF’s are, but it is doable if you insist.

@kalistratov_photos

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto unless it's a wide (18-23 mm) angle lens stopped down to f5.6-11, that's how I shoot street photos.

When did you purchase your X Pro 1? That price was fantasic. It looks amazing!!

@rudermanphoto

14 күн бұрын

A few months ago! The price was indeed amazing - I think people must have been scared off by its patina, the seller said it had been up for sale for a week which is wild given how quick some Fuji stuff sells!

@muatao9943

13 күн бұрын

@@rudermanphoto Absolutely. I'm looking around, we'll see... Still enjoying my T1 and T2. Enjoy! 😁📸

I have an Xpro1 and got an Xpro3 as a replacement… ended up selling the Xpro3 instead 😂

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I’ve been itching to get an XPro3 just to say I’ve tried all three of them, but the fragile ribbon cable in the display scares me, plus they’re all so expensive - but that titanium body is so hot.

@unbroken1010

25 күн бұрын

What a shame, any problem with your pro 3 lcd?

@miguellee3

25 күн бұрын

@@unbroken1010 nope. Had for two years and no issues, but I always had that thought in the back on head.

I'm a bit of a Fujifilm fan girl (X-T20, X70, X-Pro1, X-E1, X-T1, X100T, in the order that I bought them) and the X-Pro1 & X-E1 are my favorites, due to their sensor. I think the X-Pro1 is the most beautiful camera Fuji has ever made. Paid 300€ for one in mint condition in 2017. I tend to use mine with vintage manual focus lenses and for street photography, where I don't necessarily have to shoot the lens open wide and can rely a bit more on zone focussing. Even though I could easily sell it for twice the amount that I paid for it now, you'll have to pry it out of my cold dead hands first. (Instant follow @ 1:56 😄)

@unbroken1010

25 күн бұрын

Wow you sound richer then a arms dealer 🤔

@delicatospagozo3781

25 күн бұрын

@@unbroken1010 I bought all of these cameras before the Fujifilm hype, when prices were still reasonable. To give you an example: the X-E1 was 150 bucks, the X-Pro1 300. Try finding them at that price now...

In my experience it’s very very very difficult to tell the difference between the I or II sensor so if you are after slightly better tech beyond the xpro 1 maybe try that.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I certainly think the XP2 had a very similar image output, but they’re now so expensive and I absolutely hate the top dial iso adjustment, although I believe you might be able to re-map it to a FN button, I didn’t really experiment much with it though.

@hermessonofzeus4462

Ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto yep I’ve been with the Fujifilm system for about 9 years , now even swapping out older gear with entry level cameras like the xt30ii or the upcoming xt50 requires serious justification…

Matthew you need to stop being a menace to my bank account

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

😘

I'm sure they put it in the original X100 too didn't they? I had one, and I recall im certain.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

The original X100 had a 12.3mp EXR CMOS sensor with a Bayer pattern, not X-Trans, the X100s was the first to have the X-Trans and it was the 2nd generation of it.

@zeus4080

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto ah, many thanks for the clarification. I do recall how nice the files looked on the x100 original though. But never got a chance with the later models until I picked up the V

The F2/2.8 prime lenses are the best for Xpro series. The Pro2 is the gem of the range. The pro1 is too limited anf the pro3 was a mistake with that back screen.

This sensor is also in the xe1 camera as well

@unbroken1010

25 күн бұрын

And the xt1 I believe

@Djk0t

25 күн бұрын

@@unbroken1010 the xt1 have the trans 2 sensor

I had no clue about the sensor only being in two... I mean... 3 cameras. I have an xpro1 and the user interface is from the film age. That being said, when I look at my insta account, I've realized all my better shots were from that camera

managed to cop one of these a year or so back for 800aud with the fuji 35mm f2. couldn't pass it up for that price

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Awesome deal! The 35 f2 goes so well with it too, I traded mine for the 23 f2 though seeing as I use my Zeiss far more haha

@itsadrian8038

2 ай бұрын

@rudermanphoto watching a lot of your videos, good stuff, nice to see some youtubers from melbs. The only big issue with your videos is that you're making my wallet cry. I've been so tempted to grab a zeiss touit now 😆

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

@@itsadrian8038 do it!! You won’t regret it! Hehe

@itsadrian8038

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto tax time soon, perfect 😆

X-M1 also has 1st gen X-trans.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Yeah I realized that after recording haha

It's a shame that fuji can't get their quality control together the xpro 1 had a shutter button that is worth fixing. xpro 2 was great but the iso dial fails. Flux capacity x pro 3 lcd malfunction. They can put out nice images

Picked one up with 2 batteries for 400 cad

X pro1 forever. ps the pro1 sensor is the model mrse22234-s the M1 is the mrse22234-u/4 the difference summary is in the blue rendition and small other contrast differences. Pps Best way to use ovf is with the REAR focus button. No more out of focus pics

I dreamed of getting this camera. When I finally did I realised it was super bad 😂

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Ah that’s a shame, maybe you had your expectations set too high haha

and don't forget the X-M1 ;-) also X-trans I

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

Yes I realized only after recording the video that was the case haha

@LucScheltens

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto it is small but mighty in it's own right ;-)

Cool video! My first Fujifilm and shoot it still very often. Did you know the XP1 can take a double exposures in RAW? Love the thing 🩶

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I have seen that function but am yet to try it out, I’ll give it a go!

@studiojege287

2 ай бұрын

@@rudermanphoto It's in the menu and you need to enable it and when done switch again. Must try!

Vid cam in. Call does reasonable repairs it seems and have a good rep. Most repair people won't even open one. It's such proprietary elements they are petrified 😂 allegedly

First off, dope video. Secondly... SUBSCRIBED ! Lastly.. One of the greatest cameras I've ever owned, and still shoot it til' this day ! If you have 3min to spare, check the CAMERA playlist on my page...X-Pro in 2024 is the video, B&W ! Which I happen to ONLY shoot this camera in.

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I’ll check it out! Thank you for the recommendation!

the Xtrans 2 sucks ?

All it sounds great but above 350-400 usd isnt a smart price for a camera over 10 years old unless its an m-series film leica. I have a fuji xt2. Its just a camera..nice camera with very bad autofocus and alow processing..dont think xpro1 is better.

@rudermanphoto

17 күн бұрын

I paid 350usd for my xpro 1 :)

@GuitarVocalHEroes

17 күн бұрын

@@rudermanphoto that's descent) I'm in Japan rn and it starts at 100k yen which is roughly 550-600 USD. Gush,there was an utterly physically damaged but technically great pro1 in Moscow for just 300 USD. Kind of regret not buying one. Still,struggling to understand if I like Fuji xt2. I've got Sony a6400 and Leica cl on my hands - both are technically work.so.much better. And colouring. We'll probably I'm.just blind but even with all those film "recepies" I don't fuji find photos to be superior to the lightroom preset power :)

@rudermanphoto

17 күн бұрын

I’ve never bothered with the film simulations, I just like how a Fuji feels to take photos with! Sony cameras have always felt very unergonomic and not designed well at all - technically incredible but man I hate using them lol I recently got a Lumix S5ii which feels like a nice medium of being technologically advanced enough but also still enjoyable to shoot with, even if it is devoid of any style whatsoever haha

@GuitarVocalHEroes

17 күн бұрын

​@@rudermanphoto I agree,Sony cameras are hell to use,especially the menu system. Although,my a7RIV crisp and quality paired with sigma 35 1.4 art are unparalleled. Of Lumix I own gm1 which is great when I can't carry around anything bigger. Never considered s5ii as micro 4/3 look significantly less perfect in terms of photo quality 🤔. I was thinking about having a look at a7cii but it costs more in Japan than in Russia lol so I'm waiting till I go back there. I considered medium format Fuji but man they are freaking expensive.

Eh no you can't just get it repaired fuji has been running out of parts across the board for awhile . Something goes wrong it's most likely just going to be a brick

@rudermanphoto

2 ай бұрын

I contacted Fuji and was told it was still serviceable, perhaps they will eventually run out of parts but it’s definitely not going to be impossible to fix in the coming years. Also the fact that it uses a very common and still produced battery makes it a winner in my eyes, there are basically zero 3rd party batteries available for the M8 so your only option is to hunt around for used genuine options which are both expensive and won’t have full capacity. It’s why I love the Ricoh GRD’s too, they all share the same batteries as the GR1 and GR2 (gr3 finally changed batteries) With old cameras being able to source new batteries is usually the biggest determining factor in whether they’ll actually still be usable in the future.