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5 ESSENTIAL Accessories for the X100VI and X100V in 2024
With a new X100 camera just over the horizon, here's a list of accessories to help get the most out of your X100V...before we all go after the new one like wild animals.
► Lens Hood: amzn.to/3sneGNc
► Tiffen Black Pro-Mist 1/8 Filter: amzn.to/3MwGRCL
► SD to USB-C Adapter: amzn.to/3OmbBbR
► Thumb Grip: amzn.to/3F92OGj
► Clever Supply Skinny Strap: tinyurl.com/cleversupplystrap
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Some of the gear I use:
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🎥 Video Kit
► Fuji X-T4: amzn.to/3CTI0kE
► Fuji 16-55mm f2.8: amzn.to/3CTIO90
► Fuji 35mm f2: amzn.to/3OyJ5EC
► Fuji 56mm f1.2: amzn.to/3MwaEeX
► Deity V-Mic D3 Pro: amzn.to/3Mu8oVg
► FeelWorld F6 Plus Monitor: amzn.to/3erdK7p
► Cinebloom Filter: amzn.to/3yzYkED
► ND Filter: amzn.to/3TtSjSk
📷 Photo Kit
► Fuji X100V: amzn.to/3yENvAZ
► Fuji X-E4: amzn.to/3pZC19S
► Fuji 27mm f2.8: amzn.to/45n7ItP
► Lens Hood: amzn.to/3sneGNc
► Thumb Grip: amzn.to/3F92OGj
► Shutter Button: amzn.to/3SuSvzn
► Lens Cap: amzn.to/3TL9ZIW
► Tiffen Black Pro-Mist 1/8 Filter: amzn.to/3MwGRCL
🎞️ Film Kit
► Leica M6: amzn.to/43lvUeB
► Summicron ASPH 35mm f2: amzn.to/3E6Dcs5
► Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f1.5: amzn.to/3OB6WDT
► Canon AE-1 Program: amzn.to/3T2rGn5
► Mamiya 645 Pro TL: amzn.to/3VDC9r9
► Kodak Portra 400: amzn.to/3MMS2ZC
🎞️ Film Scanning Kit
► 7Artisans 60mm f2.8 Macro V2: amzn.to/42YiZiT
🎒Bags and Other Accessories
► Sling bag: amzn.to/3S8Adny
► Favorite camera backpack: amzn.to/3CxgjfZ
► Favorite EDC bag: amzn.to/3EFygeY
► Camera strap: amzn.to/3S1mQ8y
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I shot 9 rolls of film in the Outer Banks on the Leica M6.
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I shot 9 rolls of film in the Outer Banks on the Leica M6 and the Mamiya 645 Pro...and ruined one. Here's how. Color graded using DEHANCER. ► SAVE 10% OFF WITH "CHRISRAY" DURING CHECKOUT: www.dehancer.com/ ►►► SUBSCRIBE: bit.ly/3mDzj8P If you enjoy this type of content, LIKE, COMMENT, and share it! Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: christopher_ray.jpg ► Twitter: twitter....
The Best REAL FILM Emulator I've Ever Used -- Dehancer Pro
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I've always been searching for the best way to emulate a REAL film look within my videos. As luck would it, I had the opportunity to try out Dehancer's plug-in for Final Cut Pro, and I was SHOCKED by the results. ► SAVE 10% OFF WITH "CHRISRAY" DURING CHECKOUT: www.dehancer.com/ ►►► SUBSCRIBE: bit.ly/3mDzj8P If you enjoy this type of content, LIKE, COMMENT, and share it! Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's co...
Why the X100V Didn’t Work For Me.
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Don’t get me wrong. I love my Fuji gear especially the X100V; a camera that goes basically everywhere with me. But this is a story about fear, loss, bias, overcoming uncertainty, and finding inspiration in the unexpected... This past winter was tough for me, and I wanted to share a deeply personal story that paints a picture of some of the struggles we go through not just as artists and creator...
The Mamiya 645 Pro: "Maine in Medium Format"
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Desperately in need of a getaway as well as creative inspiration, my girlfriend and I recently took a week-long trip to Maine. I brought along the Mamiya 645 Pro, a 120mm medium format film camera, to photograph the entire week on Portra 400, Portra 800, and Gold 200. I can't think of a more beautiful place to be in the fall. Enjoy. - - - Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: instagram.co...
A Love Letter to the X100V (and maybe why you shouldn't buy one?)
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After two years of endless searching, I did the seemingly impossible: I bought an X100V. And after 4.5 months with it, it's my all-time favorite camera. But maybe we don't need it. Here's a short film on why, and finding "your" X100V. - - - Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: christopher_ray.jpg ► Twitter: christopher_jpg ► Website: www.christopherraymedia.com ...
My 2022 Videography Demo Reel
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Hey friends, I know it's not "content" per se, but I had to finish some personal projects this reel, included in between all of the UA-cam stuff, so I figured I'd upload it to the channel to tide us over until the next video. This is my first time putting together a reel of my work, which was compiled between 2019 and 2022, using my previous Canon camera and the Fuji X-T4. Filming, editing, and...
Color Grading for BEGINNERS || How to create YOUR OWN CINEMATIC presets!
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THREE SIMPLE STEPS on how to color grade ANY LOG profile footage in Final Cut Pro, as well as how to create presets to grade your own footage in ONE CLICK. Also a brief history/essay on the importance of color in cinema. For the past couple of weeks, I've been receiving a lot of questions and interest on how I color grade my videos. So in classic, "ask and you shall receive" fashion, here's how...
The "Film Look" with the Fuji X100V
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I've been utilizing Fuji recipes as a huge part of my everyday photography, and it's saved me so much time. Here's a scenic look at testing two of these recipes. All photos are straight out of camera (SOOC). Enjoy. The recipes used in this video are: ►Ilford HP5 Plus 400: fujixweekly.com/2022/03/23/fujifilm-x-trans-iv-film-simulation-recipe-ilford-hp5-plus-400/ ►Fuji Pro 400H: fujixweekly.com/2...
I chose THIS camera instead of the SONY A7IV.
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For weeks, I fantasized about owning the Sony A7IV. But when it finally came time to buy it...I didn't. Here's why. (Excuse the glare in my glasses!) - - - Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: christopher_ray.jpg ► Twitter: christopher_jpg ► Website: www.christopherraymedia.com ► Support the Channel: www.buymeacoffee.com/christopherray Some of the gear I use: 🎥 ...
A Scenic Walk with the Fuji X-T4
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I've decided to stop procrastinating and just make a UA-cam channel dedicated to what I love: photography, filmmaking, and camera stuff. For my first upload, I took Fuji's popular APS-C mirrorless flagship camera, the Fuji X-T4, for a walk for the very first time. I hope you enjoy, and any support you can provide would be most appreciated! Much love. 💕 ✌️ Let's connect: ► Instagram: instagram.c...
This is Pippin. (A Dog's Birthday)
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A short video celebrating this little puppy’s second birthday. Let's connect: ► Instagram: christopher_ray.jpg ► Twitter: christopher_jpg ► Website: www.christopherraymedia.com ► Support the Channel: www.buymeacoffee.com/christopherray Some of the gear I use: 🎥 Video ► Fuji X-T4: amzn.to/3CTI0kE ► Fuji 16-55mm f2.8: amzn.to/3CTIO90 ► Fuji 56mm f1.2: amzn.to/3MwaEeX ► D...

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @seklerek
    @seklerek 21 день тому

    How do you only have 6k subscribers, this is top class content

  • @impulse-nati0n114
    @impulse-nati0n114 21 день тому

    i just got the sony a6700 and Im in love with it it shoots amazing still and video but with my lenses I cant see myself going out and shooting with it all day, I've been looking for a fuji to serve as my personal street camera but the prices are so high rn

  • @marcorafanan718
    @marcorafanan718 Місяць тому

    "my x100v" was ricoh gr3 street. i loved that camera but how i use and live my life...x100v made more sense. its my go to daily life/hiking rainy days/backcountry/travel it made more sense. less sensitive body for what my interest entails. so i got it the real x100v. and i love it. btw amazing story telling!!!

  • @thared-reeper
    @thared-reeper Місяць тому

    Wild part, when I first was getting my fuji xt4 silver during covid.... the a74 was just coming out and at the time around the same price but I liked the way fuji looked, and the DCI was good for me as I want to do more films and the colors out the camera are amazing

  • @timmeckhoff8344
    @timmeckhoff8344 Місяць тому

    Watching this video in 2024 because I just love my X100V but boy, you are an amazing artist. Your storytelling is captivating and very well done. Thanks for your work and for sharing. Best wishes from Germany.

  • @joshhoe
    @joshhoe 2 місяці тому

    I love my XT4 !! Hybrid shooter here !!

  • @MahiHasan-hc5jy
    @MahiHasan-hc5jy 2 місяці тому

    2min 30sec intro nice 🙂👍

  • @mohamadahmad7171
    @mohamadahmad7171 3 місяці тому

    this video is a piece of art

  • @nourhanbalian3294
    @nourhanbalian3294 3 місяці тому

    very cool man

  • @nicklopro
    @nicklopro 3 місяці тому

    Beautiful shots! Your stills are great man! Your b roll is awesome too. Ok so this part following this sentence is copy pasted because I am trying to promote something, but honestly great job! I have subscribed in hopes of living vicariously through you as you shoot your leica because I'll probably never be able to own one. BTW, please don't be upset if you scroll upon my video making fun of leica owners. It was all a joke for internet attention. I don't want to get cancelled by the film community before I get a reel following.

  • @jan-martinulvag1953
    @jan-martinulvag1953 4 місяці тому

    I only shoot jpegs, and I have 30 cameras. As long as you shoot jpegs you have 30 different kinds of images to look at. When you shoot raw you get to the same result every time and you forget that the people that created the jpegs are smarter than you. I am a photographer,, not a photoshopper.

  • @kitwilson9796
    @kitwilson9796 5 місяців тому

    awesome video. I shoot sony and have 2x a7iv's. I moved from sony APSC to full frame about 5 years ago when starting to do professional work. I had the sony a6000, then sony a6500. the change to full frame for profressional use makes sense for me and the images look more professional.In saying that, I recently just purchased the fuji x100vi to have that light small camera fell where i can take it anywhere and do need to worry about editing the RAWs. to have a camera that didnt feel like work all the time

  • @itis_42
    @itis_42 5 місяців тому

    I woke up a bit lazy, watched your post… and now, I feel motivated 😂

  • @jeanjack262
    @jeanjack262 5 місяців тому

    Thanks, Christopher...you convinced me...I'm now buying the XT4

  • @Amcacs5654
    @Amcacs5654 5 місяців тому

    I switched to Sony in 2020 and it hasn’t really inspired me to shoot. I recently have been shooting film on a Canon AE-1 and have fallen in love with it. It’s so much better than shooting on the A7IV. I like that Fuji has the dials like old analog cameras. They seem way more fun to shoot with than Sony.

  • @tapio8417
    @tapio8417 5 місяців тому

    I don't think your reasons were silly at all. I used to have xt4 which I switched to eos r and now have debated for the past few months to switch back to Fuji. Mayde trying xpro3? The reason I originally switched to eos r was 1. Fuji RAW incompatible issues with adobe 2. Eos r is full frame. But now I have missed and craved the FEELING and the EXPERIENCE of the Fuji. The total Fuji (so to speak) ecosystem of shooting is just more inspiring to me. I enjoy that the jpegs looks amazing and need just a little retouch if anything. Also I haven't even needed to shoot RAW that much. Fuji jpg's are so dense that they hold well when edited as long as it's not anything hard core. I also prefer make the lighting etc. decisions in advance. I don't particularly enjoy the endless opportunities when you can almost lit the photo afterwards with modern RAW files. I enjoy it when you NEED to make the decisions before hand and I also truly believe it makes you actually a better photographer. My debate with canon/fuji is still on the way, so will see what happens xD

  • @alienmoondudes8071
    @alienmoondudes8071 5 місяців тому

    Beautiful videos of your dog 😊

  • @Lifebydesignvlogs
    @Lifebydesignvlogs 6 місяців тому

    Here impatiently waiting for my Fuji x100VI to come I can’t wait.

  • @krustysurfer
    @krustysurfer 6 місяців тому

    Does Fuji make its own sensor's?

  • @sn4rl277
    @sn4rl277 6 місяців тому

    The one thing to consider when purchasing a Fuji camera that I was not fully aware of before hand. Is if you do any RAW post work, be ready to use Capture One over Lightroom. Lightroom just recently put out a update to help with Fuji Raw in Lightroom, but it requires you to turn on the extra feature for ever photo which takes around 4 to 5 second per photo. Capture One will make Fuji Raw's look so much better. And Fuji just killed off the Free version of Capture One so you will have to pay for Capture One moving forward. But if your just wanting out of the camera jpg's then Fuji is really good for then you should be good to go. So you may have to adjust how you intend on do post with Fuji if you use Lightroom. It's just one more step in post that I was not fully aware of till I actually started using a Fuji camera. And had I know it before hand, I may have planned differently.

  • @AA-im3pz
    @AA-im3pz 6 місяців тому

    Great summary for a video. Absolutely 5 stars. Thank you ☺️

  • @HouseOwl
    @HouseOwl 6 місяців тому

    If You're Gonna Film In 4K You Should Shave Your PATCHY "BEARD" And Stop KeyFraming Camera ZOOMs Onto Your Face🤮🤢 Motion Sickness And Discusting, Don't Mix🤡

  • @Akagami753
    @Akagami753 6 місяців тому

    Hi, i have a question. I've been dead set on buying the xs20 for a long time. It's new, has all the features that xt-4 has and more. Which one among the two would you like to buy if had the chance? (I'm going to buy my first-ever camera and photography is ofc the main thing but i want to learn some filmmaking on personal level in future two, that's i was planning to go with fuji18-55 instead of sigma 18-50 as 18-55 has OIS, so ibis plus ois will help i me better i guess) please please please, it's very important.

  • @shortshorts4265
    @shortshorts4265 6 місяців тому

    Same reasoning here but I'm getting the OG X-T3 probably cant push it to its limits

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 6 місяців тому

      Nice! Nothing wrong with the XT3. Still such a great camera for its price and features.

  • @malenky4057
    @malenky4057 6 місяців тому

    Damn, I clicked on a camera video, didn't expect to be watching a movie and being brought to tears. Hats off to you.

  • @Ponskippa
    @Ponskippa 6 місяців тому

    I went on a trip for a friends wedding. One day before we left from the hotel, I stood there for a second. My friend says let’s go, what’s up? I said I’m debating if I wanna carry my camera all day today. He says, can’t you just use your phone? I said 😐 yeah, you right. And left the bulky camera behind lol 🤦🏻

  • @robertlamont2611
    @robertlamont2611 6 місяців тому

    UA-cam how it should be done…. Brilliant. 👏👏

  • @kdbarham
    @kdbarham 7 місяців тому

    Really enjoyed this😊 The noble phone photography is definitely overlooked. I recently started using my iPhone and Lightroom mobile to create photos. Thanks for sharing ❤

  • @LucivoryPhotography
    @LucivoryPhotography 7 місяців тому

    I love your work. Keep up the great work and look forward to seeing more.

  • @ramiroclassic
    @ramiroclassic 7 місяців тому

    What are your thoughts on the Fuji XS20? I am torn between the x-t4 and the xs20. My main use is video. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

    • @Akagami753
      @Akagami753 6 місяців тому

      Exactly the same man. Xs20 is new and has all the features that xt4 has. Super confused which should be better.

  • @WestonWoodfin
    @WestonWoodfin 7 місяців тому

    Great Video Christopher! I don’t have the x100v, I’m an X-E4 shooter. But I still watched and enjoyed this entire video!

  • @NicolaZamberlan
    @NicolaZamberlan 7 місяців тому

    Yes you can take videos and photos with phone, but I haven’t the joy like have in my hands a good camera. So this discussion is good for people that haven’t passion for videography or photography. Sure, the best camera is that you have with you to capture the moment. For that reason there are compact camera like Fuji, Ricoh or similar

  • @Rexyspride
    @Rexyspride 7 місяців тому

    Great to see you're back. I hope you're doing well. Burnout can be tough dude. f you need a break, take a break!

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 7 місяців тому

      Thanks so much, man. I definitely took a good long one!

  • @vashdstampede2126
    @vashdstampede2126 7 місяців тому

    Oh gawd I missed those luscious locks of hair 😍

  • @kadirgold
    @kadirgold 7 місяців тому

    Doubt I'd be upgrading. 40mpx takes this camera 'away' from the reason I wanted one in the first place. People are being fooled by 'higher' specs.

    • @RazeTheWeak
      @RazeTheWeak 7 місяців тому

      Man, I agree. I’m cool with the better autofocus algorithms and newer batters. Kinda eh about IBIS. No desire for 40mp, though. If I want high res, I’ll out my A7R5.

  • @mdw1927
    @mdw1927 7 місяців тому

    Good to see you back. The one accessory I could not forego is the thumb grip. I also take a small Instax printer with me for travelling. The app is much better now, not perfect but much better. I shall probably preorder the next version but my trusty, now 3 year old V, is going nowhere.

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 7 місяців тому

      The instax printer is a good call! I’ve always thought about using one of those. I have a feeling I’ll be picking up the new camera as soon as it’s available for preorder. I’ll be selling my V, which is a very bittersweet feeling.

  • @chelseanorton7885
    @chelseanorton7885 7 місяців тому

    Great imagery and vibes here, man! Great to see a new vid from you!!! I would order that lens hood and thumb grip right now if I wasn't waiting (and saving) to preorder the VI. 😂 I upgraded my F for the V for the weathersealing and thought I'd stick with it forever, buuuuut the rumored new specs are sounding good!

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 7 місяців тому

      I’m hoping I can reuse some of this stuff, but I won’t hold my breath haha. Can’t wait to see this thing!

  • @filmbox3957
    @filmbox3957 7 місяців тому

    lets go!!! Chris is back!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @OITW
    @OITW 7 місяців тому

    App has definitely gotten better. It still has quirks like random crashes, but I've done some remote shooting with it successfully. I've got a Clever Supply Co strap on my birthday wishlist right now 😬 Not so interested in the X100 series, but I'd stick my hand out if I got one for free for sure 😂 One accessory I love is having a half case--I got one for my X-S10, and immediately got one once I finally got an X-T4. It's got a great look, and it also lets me feel like I set my camera down without worrying about scratching it or bumping it. Also, honorable mention goes to black tape on black cameras to black out branding--keep the people guessing what camera you got to start a conversation 😅 Nice to see you back in the Tube!

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 7 місяців тому

      I do love those half cases! I have one on one of my 35mm cameras. Honorable mention to gaff tape 😂😂😂 Thanks man!

  • @dccoletrain
    @dccoletrain 7 місяців тому

    40 MP with IBIS and a price increase of what we know so far about the VI… I really don’t need one but I might preorder 😂

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 7 місяців тому

      Yup, that’s what I’m seeing too. And it’s 100% a day one preorder for me too 😂

  • @clarhettcoalfield3616
    @clarhettcoalfield3616 7 місяців тому

    Nice to see you back Ray, cheers.

  • @WhoIsSerafin
    @WhoIsSerafin 7 місяців тому

    Modern lenses don’t need lenses hoods, hate them never use them. The app still stinks. Love the camera but since 2016 I’ve been able to download raw and video on my Olympus cameras. Come on Fuji get with the last decade! Highly recommend shoot film co for straps. They look like leather but made of rubber. And I like the brass hardware.

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 7 місяців тому

      That’s a shame you have a poor experience with the app. It simply works for me with no issues.

    • @WhoIsSerafin
      @WhoIsSerafin 7 місяців тому

      @@Christopher_Ray I mean it’s fine for JPEG, but by now raw and video should be standard

  • @mahmutcelik6257
    @mahmutcelik6257 8 місяців тому

    Hey man, I just watched your video and I was also going between Sony and Fujifilm and it seems like i am now convinced on Fuji. I was wondering your thoughts about Fuji XT5. I mostly do street videography instead of photography and used to get my all job done with an iPhone but now I need to switch to a camera so would you recommend the XT5 for me?

    • @Christopher_Ray
      @Christopher_Ray 7 місяців тому

      Any reason you “need” to switch to a traditional camera over your phone? I think the XT5 is great, but many would argue it’s a photography-first camera with its higher MP count and display design choice. I think you could get great video out of an XT4 for less money, but if you already have a newer iPhone like the 14 Pro or 15 Pro, you could film in ProRes or LOG and capture some really good video out of those as well.

  • @adityaxd1628
    @adityaxd1628 8 місяців тому

    wt camera are u using to video this short

  • @EsteOeste-vw7ps
    @EsteOeste-vw7ps 8 місяців тому

    Beautiful video! Loved the vibe, music and the Images!. Maine has been on my bucket list, but never could find a decent fair/pckg deal So I havent been there yet.

  • @Cipluk84
    @Cipluk84 8 місяців тому

    Good Choice, Good Choice

  • @user-vu2so5lj2u
    @user-vu2so5lj2u 8 місяців тому

    Instead of upgrading to a new Sony I’m trading my a6400 for an xt3 or 4 and looking for an a7iii or older to get the full frame for my Sony glass I still have

  • @stayuntilforever
    @stayuntilforever 9 місяців тому

    Phones are not cameras they're phone with a camera. Even my car has a camera but I don't use it or call the car a camera. I'd say if you don't print you're not a real photographer. Photograph with anything you want. But even smartphones have guitar Apps with strings and I would never call it a guitar.

  • @herbertmasing
    @herbertmasing 9 місяців тому

    As an owner of an X-T4 this video made me feel very good:)

  • @GertjanVanVooren
    @GertjanVanVooren 9 місяців тому

    Love the fact that Angela was Nikon