Looks like the "no more new cameras" is going well

@funkmon

Жыл бұрын

It's different if it's for fun I think

@MarkPowerPhoto

Жыл бұрын

Ha! That was exactly my thought as soon as I saw the title 😂

@petersmitham8273

Жыл бұрын

Think it was ‘used’ ?..❤

@petersmitham8273

Жыл бұрын

Didn’t get on with the Xpro-3 and it’s ‘hide and seek’ screen, so I swapped it for the Xpro-2. …Love it!…❤

@Rohxas

Жыл бұрын

@@petersmitham8273 how do you like it. I just ordered mine with the 23mm f2

I have a fuji xt1 and its a camera that really makes the photography enjoyable

Loved the third "DANGER" sign photo. Had some Hitchcock "Birds" vibes.

I use the X-Pro3 professionally including weddings. There is something special about the OVF and being able to see what is and what is not in your composition. Additionally, when photographing people it’s much more pleasant and less intimidating being photographed by this camera. I hope Fujifilm continues this design with the new 40MP sensor.

@rockstardonut777

Жыл бұрын

I'm considering going back to street photography. My full frame mirrorless is great feature-wise, but it's not much smaller than the old bulky DSLRs... These days I gravitate towards small and light for "fun assignments" and casual shots. Love a film point and shoot for that. Would the X-Pro3 (with say 23mm f2) fit comfortably in the pocket of a jacket?

@antonedvinsson2500

Жыл бұрын

Nah, but paired with one of the pancakes 18 or 27 it will!

@RikuoNura383

Жыл бұрын

@@rockstardonut777 you better off with point & shoot or lumix/olympus mini series such as gm5 or epm2 paired with pancake lens

The 27mm "pancake" lens is probably my favorite "walk-about" lens. That 40mm-equivalent view seems to be my sweet spot. It's what ends up on my X-Pro2 probably close to 90% of the time, as I use that body mainly for what you seem to be describing: just going out and capturing whatever catches my eye.

@calebbohrer3757

Жыл бұрын

Is it a pain to change aperture though?

@CWReace

Жыл бұрын

@@calebbohrer3757 I've not had a problem, though might be tight if wearing winter gloves. My only complaint in that regard is that if you happen to accidentally twist it over to the Auto setting, you then have to press on the little red button to unlock it to go back to a manual setting.

@Deetroiter

Жыл бұрын

The 40-ish mm focal length might seem a bit odd at first or if someone’s never used it before, but once you get used to it, it’s a fantastic length! I often use a 43mm lens (FF) and it’s awesome that it’s tight in framing yet it’s still wide enough to leave environment open. I’m hoping to try this Fuji 27mm sometime and see how similar it is to my 43mm. Is the AF really that bad as people make it out to be on the 27mm?

@shaunwang2262

Жыл бұрын

I've got the same setup! It was my first prime as well and yep I've yet to feel the need for a second lens.

@CianMcsweeney

8 ай бұрын

@@calebbohrer3757 you can control the aperture SLR style with the front control dial if you put the aperture ring on the lens into "Auto", Fuji really did a fantastic job at catering to all shooting styles imo

The thing I like about the XPro cameras is that they, and the small Fuji primes, are the ideal size, weight and shape for those casual 'wandering about taking pictures' outings, but with pretty much no compromises on image quality.

@Far1988

Жыл бұрын

And also no compromise on flexibility. You can *still* put a Superzoom lens on if you want. Got myself a Xpro2 in 2019 and I absolutely love that camera

@cerealkiller4248

Жыл бұрын

That’s why I bought the XPro1, I had a Canon 7D/100-400 plus the 10-20 Sigma, 17-55/2.8 Canon and the 105/2.8 Sigma macro. The weight of my kit with a steel tripod was terrible and I wasn’t taking the camera out of the bag on family outings. So, I bought into the Fuji X-Pro1 with the 18/2, 35/1.4 and later the 56/1.2. Together in a messenger bag it weighed virtually nothing, I later added the Manfrotto BeFree carbon fibre tripod and an X-T1 and family trips were transformed and nearly 10 years later I still have the same set up. My other kit now consists of an R6 with the 500/4 but I still don’t feel my older Fuji kit has any shortcomings IQ wise.

@caerphoto

Жыл бұрын

@Oldman666 you have some very odd ideas about what 'huge', 'haptics' and 'good manners' mean.

@caerphoto

Жыл бұрын

@Oldman666 nah

As the owner of a X-T4 I was admittedly a Fuji Fan Boy (it’s an illness to be sure) but I procured the X-PRO3 last year for the same exact reason, because I enjoy the experience of the quasi-rangefinder as well as the look and feel of the camera. It calls me from the shelf like the siren song, tempting me to go out and shoot something! Cheers to you and your pro sandwich. 🥪

James, I don't mind gear-centered videos when the photographer can take great photos, which you definitely can. A shocking number of photography channels on KZread where the actual photographs are trash. Thanks for all the great content.

My favorite camera ever. I love the process of taking photos but don't care much for post-processing them. With X-Pro 3 I can still get the kinds of stylized results that I want. And the ergonomics are just perfect for me.

I love you have a little overview and then you’re straight into the photos, it’s so quick yet so amazing. Thank you :)

I almost never comment and haven't subscribed to anyone in what feels like years on KZread. While looking into pocketable travel cameras I came across your channel and I just wanted to say, your content is incredible refreshing. So much content on KZread in the camera genre is basically like reading a spec sheet on steroids or is a glitzy portfolio or sales pitch of the creator. Already making my way through some of your back catalogue of content, definitely inspiring. Thank you!

I use an X-Pro2 with two primes (18mm f2 & 35mm f1.4). I really haven't a bad word to say about it. I'd go so far as to say it is one of the most complete setups (for me and the way I shoot) I've owned. If you've the time and the inclination, try out some of the Fuji recipes, very worthwhile!

I greatly enjoy your videos, gear-based or photo inspired. You have managed to keep my attention, which is quite a challenge as many others that I have shut down halfway through. You my friend are definitely PRO.

Very excited for this one! Had my eye on the X-Pro 3 for a while now 📸

You have an amazing style and your images have such a great look and feel to them, After watching a few of your clips yesterday I was motivated this morning to brave the -3 temps and try do a little better so thank you

Always a pleasure watching your videos; they are informative and fun and you can be funny too! Take care and be safe out there....

I recently picked up an X-Pro 3 and it is exactly what I needed to fall back in love with photography and regain some focus in my pursuit of making photographs. I only post on Instagram currently so grabbing the JPEGs straight from the camera and posting with no edits is such a quick and easy process.

@user-up7mb2qt5y

Жыл бұрын

请问一下X-Pro3连续追焦速度如何？

Great choice James. I love the X-Pro series. Used the X-Pro 2 for years. Fantastic camera Looking forward to your journey with this one mate 👍

It looks like Fuji has been getting a bit more attention in media recently. Glad to see it because I really enjoy Fujifilm.

@tosvus

Жыл бұрын

Downside being that trying to buy anything used from them is pretty much impossible because people are now charging too much for these cameras. Prepare to hunt for a while to get a decent deal on any ok used fuji camera at this point.

@dvn.s_0069

Жыл бұрын

@@tosvus I agree. There's a lot of artificial inflation in prices in photography in general these days. Film, film cameras, digital cameras (DSLR or Mirrorless) are all experiencing unreasonable pricing. 🤷

Lovely shots mate, been shooting a lot around brighton and London, thanks for the motivation to start editing and posting more

I don’t know about matching the image quality of your Sony but those shots of Brighton look beautiful. Don’t know how you post process but they remind me of what I love about Portra - clean, clear, beautiful colour and somehow relaxing on the eye (not too saturated or contrasty - yet still ‘rich’ - in a way many digital images seem to be).

Completely and utterly agree with the theory. Unfortunately I picked up an X-Pro3 and realised that ~70% of my need for an EDC/Smaller camera is filming/photographing my kiddo. And to do that I didn't quite realise how much I used the screen. Absolutely adore the x-pro3 but just not for me. Hopefully (selfishly) the x-Pro4 returns to the conventional screen and I'll upgrade from my x-e4 straight away. Currently use that as my EDC with the 18f2 and 27f2.8. Perfect.

Just got mine a few days ago. Was surprised to find out the day after I got it that Fuji discontinued it. There’s still no official update of an xpro 4 so let us enjoy our possible future Classic xpro 3 camera. Even if it’s a few years older, I would have never known. The processor is fantastic. I decided on the 23mm f2 fujinon r wr and couldn’t be happier. It’s the same length and aperture as my Leica Summicron 23mm f2, but focuses much closer, is weather sealed, etc. really enjoying the camera so far. Sadly, the Leica TL2 has just been sitting in its bag ever since the Fuji arrived. I started photography in the film era and this xpro 3 digital cam is the closest thing I’ve used yet to take me back to the experience of shooting a film camera.

I had an X-Pro1 then replaced it with the X-Pro3. Both lovely cameras. Easy to use, a little quirky, great fun, and super imagery.

Stunning images at the Brighton pier/beach! So satisfying to watch.

I’ve been looking into a new camera after years in ‘the wilderness’ just using my phone and I have been watching your channel for the last few months. It’s been really interesting and helpful… And I think I’m going to buy an xpro 1. So it’s really encouraging to hear you describe the newer one as fun. Cheers!

@LoFiAxolotl

Жыл бұрын

i can so highly recommend the X-Pro1... the old Fuji sensors are absolutely pure magic... the colors that come out of it trump even Leica digital colors... and the camera just doesn't get in your way... the X-Pro1 with the 27mm (or Viltrox 23mm for example) are a super cheap and enjoyable experience! And there's plenty on the used market in really great quality for next to nothing

Absolutely agree! I actually bought a 5D classic for the colors as well as the 1DX. So much fun to shoot. I’ll dab into Fuji because they are also fun and unique colors.

Great photos, loved the Brighton Pier shoot it was glowing!

Great choice I did a similar thing when the x100v came out. I wanted something pocketable for street photography when I was working in London. As soon as I got it lockdown happened and now I work from home! All about the timing 😂 I love it though and it’s something completely different from my Nikon kit in that it’s truly pocketable 😀

Great images. Thanks for sharing. Would love to visit Brighton some day.

I really enjoyed today’s episode, you having fun time with the camera, with a splash of your sarcasm. Like the Fuji magic, I don’t know why, but I enjoyed it.

Mate.. absolute amazing pictures. Color rendering of the fuji matches your style perfectly.

Welcome to the x-pro club my friend. I hope you keep enjoying it!

well done, enjoy it. I love my XT4 and will be getting one of those Pros soon enough...

Getting mine tomorrow! Cant wait!

I've recently, after a long time off, gotten back into photography. I bought a Canon 5D mkii before my first child and loved it. The more children I had the less I wanted to lug around a big, heavy full frame beast, so it gathered dust for years. I finally traded it in with the lenses and bought a Fuji xt30ii yesterday - it's so small and light. I wish I'd done it years ago!

This is the most fun and beautiful camera I used. Looks great, holds great, lenses are great. Sometimes I miss a screen for vertical shots and for when taking pictures very close to myself. However I learned to hip fire without looking.

Always love to see Brighton in a video!

ive been looking a lot into this camera lately and im really hoping to get my hands on one eventually! it seems like a such a cool and fun camera, i also really love how it looks!

Very enjoyable James nice camera. Nice to see the rest of the country gets rain also.

Really great shots James!

Being a left eye shooter I’ve always found range finders wrong, built for right eye shooters… probably just me 😂

@tonykennedy2344

Жыл бұрын

I feel your pain would love one but just can't get used to them.. XT4 for a few more years or try to train my stubborn right eye!!

I follow you before even bought a camera, always love your work and this is fantastic!!! I have an XT-4 for a year or so, and bought an X-Pro2 second hand in december for the same reason, as much as I love the XT-4, the X-Pro2 have more soul! The only thing I miss in the XPro2 is the ability to change the clarity for jpeg recepies.

Got an Xpro-3 recently and it’s my favorite camera of all time. Especially after customizing the film look myself. It’s got that IT factor that digital is generally missing from film

James, Always loved Fuji gear … few years ago defected to Olympus and now my walk around camera is the Olympus Pen-f with the 45 mm f1.8. Thanks for another fun video. Cheers, Doug

@smalltalk.productions9977

Жыл бұрын

great and fun lens. i use it as a walkabout on my pannie gx85. thumbs up.

I'll watch it later, but come on, I'm trying to talk myself out of buying a Pro3 to stick with my T4... I'm sure this doesn't help. 😃

I love my xpro3 it’s an incredible body never ever let you down super fast autofocus and amazing monitor/evf. Couldn’t ask more from an xpro, will be in my bag for the next years as my old x100 has been there for 12 years.

I'm still enjoying my xt-3 years later. I think Fuji make cameras fun to use, and fun to experiment with too. Their autofocus (or other features) probably isn't reliable enough for professional use, but I'm only a hobbyist photographer.

Love your style James! You're one of my favorite photography vloggers. I love this style where you let us see what your eye was seeing (with GoPro) and then how the photo actually turned out after editing. One thing, and you may disagree for the fact you want us focusing on the art and not settings, but it would be helpful for us to see the exposure settings to be listed at the bottom or something. Keep up the good work! (the X-Pro3 is discontinued because they are releasing the X-Pro4 this year)

Great photographs! Very inspiring.

I love your photo you got at time 5:56. It would look good in a print on a wall. thanks for sharing.

5:41 The gratifiti painting on the walls looked amazing.

Best camera I’ve ever owned. It’s travelled the world with me and never fails to impress. Great video.

When I got my Fuji I felt that magic. Its had its ups and downs of intensity but its still there 2 years later

Love it, hope you enjoyed my home town!

Im glad you got the Xpro 3, Fuji is definitely the go-to brand if you want to enjoy your camera.

Wonderful images! Welcome to the Fuji family! Can I ask about your strap setup? looks like a braided strap attached to Peak Design anchor points?

James, the X-Pro3 is my all-time favourite camera from Fujifilm. I've owned the X, X-E, X-T, and X-H series cameras and with the X-Pro3 they got it right. I'm mostly a street, documentary, and reportage photography who every now and then does some portrait work. The X-Pro3 fits nicely with my Leica M240 kit because I can use my M mount lenses on both cameras, with an adapter of course for the X-Pro3. Lastly, the X-Pro3 is NOT a rangefinder. It's a regular mirrorless camera with an EVF but also has an OVF to mimic a rangefinder. The only companies making actual mirrorless rangefinders are Leica and the French company Pixii. Enjoy your X-Pro3, it's a great camera and pairs up nicely with any of the digital Leica M's in your kit.

That lighting was incredible.

Very nice shots. I am keeping my X-Pro3. Even discontinued I am sure many owners won't upgrade either, even for a 40MP sensor. Try the 35mm 1.4. Not weather resistant, but beautiful rendering.

I love the gear videos! ;)

Don't do this to me James. I already have an XT-5 and have just recently been realizing how much I like the look of the X-Pro 3 and then this...

One of the first digital cameras I got was a Fuji point and shoot “bridge” camera. I shotgun flowers. Everyone thought they were fantastic, wonderful colors from a tiny sensor, limited zoom lens. Simple, fun to use, compact. I miss it.

I traded my Canon 750D in for a second hand X-Pro2 with a 27 mm prime. Love it to bits it comes with me everywhere I go. Similar feelings to the other testimonies here, simple; easily reachable to capture the moments you see in day to day life :)

dude, your photos in this video are insane. well done

Beautiful spot for a morning walk with camera. (Also own an x-pro3 with xf 16/2,8, Nokton 23/1,2 and Zeiss 32/1,8)

I feel the great thing about when you used the g9 was that you found it fun to use while it was your A camera!

I loved the snap at 5:26 as soon as I saw you walk up I thought "he's gotta get this one"

Just bought the XT1 with manual focus (Meika 35mm F1.7) lens to compliment my Sony A7R4 for the very same reason. I was sold my Q2 as my walk around camera. I liked it, but I really love the XT1

I remember when the first X-Pro came out, and it really intrigued me at the time. Unfortunately I didn’t (and still don’t) have the disposable income to try it out. I’d still like to try a Fuji camera at some point. I’ve heard their colors are wonderful.

@kronkite1530

Жыл бұрын

They are! I love film having grown up with it and tried and struggled with digital for so long, trying all sorts and wasting money stupidly. I have now moved from Leica via Canon and Sony to Fuji (an XT2 first then an XH1 at 1/3 new price for a mint copy) and VERY happy I did.

You seem to be getting an excellent bunch of beach shots with this camera. That’s my problem with the camera system at the moment. I am on the cusp of selling it but it’s so much fun to use. So I’m holding onto it too.

I’m waiting for the pro4. Hopefully they will replace the screen and have better auto focus and have the larger viewfinder of the XH2

Using an x100v myself, I’m excited to see how you get on with the film sims. Very intrigued to see how close you can get to your standard presets using the on-camera settings?! If not, has anybody else tried to mimic James’ style?

Love this video, thank you 👍

James. Really like your work and always entertaining. Am I missing something? As you point the video around I'm seeing great saturated colours and images. The moon looks great and the clouds nice and fluffy. Then you take the shot and they look washed out and like old 35mm film. Was that the aim, looking retro? Sorry, I hate being negative but I think it might be I missed something. Was it to show straight from camera images with no editing? Still enjoyed the video. Brighton used to be our go to place after parties when I was a Teen.

Love your channel.

Just like you, I have gone through the M4/3 to FF path and ended up all in with Fuji. You will be there soon too. Maybe will end up replacing your FF with APS C first and ultimately go to their medium format cameras

Mr Popsys - Love the framing and color grading (need I add - composition?) of the images. Having said this, I would like to point out a few fantastic features of your Sony camera to the wonderful viewers of this channel. 1st - the rotary dial. It does so much and always comes back around for more. 2nd - I think it's the letter "M" engraved and painted on top of said rotary dial. It could be some Greek letter, though. These two things, combined with either a full manual vintage lens or a modern pancake lens, transform your thick, massive Sony branded tool into a svelte, spry, sassy little whip of a gadget that might - just might, turn out to be a ton of fun. I realize two (or 200) tools are always better to have lying around than just one - each with a distinct use case. Gear is its own reward - own and use as much as you like. One day you may review a tool I want in my own..... Collection. Please do not devalue the end result(s) you get from whichever camera you use. I also enjoy what it is about a scene you like or are reminded of. I think the way you see the world is probably the most rewarding part of your videos. Thank you.

Yes, guard rail bullying has been on the rise in recent years, when they learn to use the internet, there will be no stopping them!

James, did you shot your photos with a recipe? Great results.

10:26 Look at that happy smile on him 😁

If there is not a "pro" sandwich, there soon will be! Amazed you didn't stumble over another photographer in Brighton, I can think of three KZread channels that feature that beach on a regular basis. Really makes me wish I'd stopped when I was over the pond in Oct.! FWIW, I like the videos, gear or photos. Interesting to hear your opinions on lots of subjects, I often get a laugh or at least a smile.

Hi James, looks like there's no cure on the horizon for "GAS" but those are some very nice photos down in Brighton and also in London. APS C is a keeper format, at least according to Fuji.

I think that happened to be the day I was working away from home and on Worthing beach on the same morning with my xe3. Not really that much of a coincidence and not stalkerish but sharing the same fantastic light. Have been looking at upgrading for some time as I like the flip down screen so interested in any further reports. Cheers.

James, thanks for expressing that the act of taking images should be fun and engaging! Getting amazing images is great, but having a "magical experience" when taking the images is why I buy the gear I do... Love to go out and shoot. Gear that makes that fun is the whole point for me as an amateur. I don't need the "best" - ISO, Shutter speed, etc. I want light and fun to use. Wish more manufacturers would consider those needs.

You took such a great photos!

I'd love to hear your thoughts on the X-Mount Voightlander 35mm f/1.2 lens. The 27mm you use here is great for a pancake lens, but I was much more inspired by the Voightlander and ended up selling my 27mm because of it. I'm enjoying the 35mm (50mm FF) focal length, character, and depth a little more. I've also enjoyed going back to a manual focus lens as long as I'm not working on something absolutely requiring auto-focus. As always, loving the videos!

@34136TS

Жыл бұрын

It's a great combo, very tactile. Wide open it's silly soft, 35/1.4 far better, but from f2 it's pretty good. Really good to focus with the yellow peaking. I love it, hoping Voigtlander follow up with something around 60mm...

@Swingkid14

10 ай бұрын

The 7artisans 35mm1.2 mark2 is much better, smaller and sharper at 1.2 to 2.8 and cheaper, nicer rendering

As a proud owner of a x100f I can assure you that what you felt was magic and was fun because of the camera! Before this buy I felt the same as you, gear is gear, it isn’t, we need to find fun doing what we love, I’m very happy that I found fuji for this

The back screen is definitely not useless. It gives me enormous pleasure. First because of what it is not. Secondly because it tells me which custom profile, white balance and ISO settings are selected before I even turn the camera on. Once the camera is turned on, it allows me to scroll through my custom profiles and select a new one without anyone seeing what I'm up to.

Similar sentiments here, though I went a bit older in looking for a more analogue and fun experience - the now venerable X-T1 . I do expect to buy an X-pro one day too.

Fuji is is fun for those who love the process of taking pictures as much as the outcome .. x100v the next one? Or perhaps film photography? Have fun, mate 🎉

I’m finally going to say it - out of all the many photography channels I follow, I think you have easily the best ‘eye’ of them all.

The Xpro3 and the 27mm Pancake is exactly the setup I said was where this camera shined in my review a few years ago haha

I'd be very keen to see the X Pro 3 with the 27mm vs your Ricoh GR IIIx. I got the GR as I was looking for a pocket walkabout camera, loved the quality but just cannot work without a viewfinder. As such, I sadly parted with the Ricoh a week ago and am lugging larger hybrids around again. On another note, I took an XT1 with non-WR lenses to Cambodia in 2015. That country is wet, if it isn't raining, you are sweating. Not once did I have a problem. Even my Peak Design Capture clip dissolved, but the X camera and lenses were fine. I wonder if my Sony Alpha kit would survive those conditions? Thanks for the great content.

Images look amazing. What settings, film simulation combo or recipe did you use?

Interesting video. I prefer your images of the countryside, but it was nice to see some of the sights from Brighton. As for the camera, I wouldn't get more fun from it than I suppose I would with your Sony.

I mostly do videos but everytime I watch your videos, it makes me want to take more photos.

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW!!!!!! THATS M11 LIPS SYNC!!!!!!!!!!!!! ABSOLUTELY GENIUS!!!!!!!

Photos look amazing. Which film simulation/settings are used ? Is there any post processing done ? Thanks

I'm similar to you, I have an a7r3 and a sigma 24-70 for my setup. I've been looking at picking up a small 35mm for strolling around. The versatility is awrsome, but the weight gets me sometimes.