I have a A7IV and X100VI. The A7IV hasn’t been used (other than paid shoots) since getting the Fuji. I absolutely love it and am considering selling my Sony and only using the Fuji for a year or two.
@@Amcacs5654 I don’t blame ya! I’d do the same if I didn’t need lens range for my rally stuff. My back would appreciate it for sure!! So just recreational for me……for now 😉
Great video, loved all the pics you got! Enjoyed the real world review of the Fuji, how it feels more than tech specs. To answer your question about the draw to neon lights…glow, light sabers, Hollywood, Vegas, small towns, night clubs, mystery, etc
@@edwardjmw For me having the articulation opens up more compositions. I’ve found many more angles when I can’t lay down, or especially with action photography. I just like the option that I do t have to use, but it’s there if needed! Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
Good morning, congratulations for the review and for your UA-cam channel. I have a question for you about the Fujifilm x100VI: to switch from photo to video mode you have to act on the rear menu (LCD) by manually setting the mode, but wanting to set any button as the REC button, while in photo mode for convenience and operational speed , does pressing the latter record with the same settings assigned for the video mode? I'm asking you because I did this test and by pressing the button dedicated to video recording on the screen the video starts recording but without any information regarding FPS and more. Thanks in advance for the reply
@@ph_Francesco_Dellisola thank you so much for the comment and for watching! I did not familiarize myself with video settings. This was my friends Fuji and this was simply a challenge on the photo side of the camera. I would assume that simply pressing the REC button would either go to default settings or current camera settings. My buddy, @dylanspitz would know much more on this topic, or I’m sure there is a more in depth explanation here on YT. Sorry I didn’t have the answer for ya, but I hope this helps!
It's very interesting to watch you use the X100 like a Sony camera - very screen dependent. The real joy in the X100 is in the use of the hybrid viewfinder. You'll find it to be an even more immersive experience if you forget that the screen exists. No chimping! Imagine that it's a roll of film in there and you'll only get to see your photos when you're done. Typically I'll sit in a Timmies with my coffee and donut. Only then will I spend a few minutes reviewing my results on the screen. I have REVIEW turned off so there's no temptation to chimp. You hinted it at its real value when you mentioned zooming with your feet. Now just extrapolate that into using the optical viewfinder and no screen use. One of the things that made Ansel Adams such a great photographer is that when he took a photo with his view camera, he was already visualizing the final print. Take a shot through the optical viewfinder while visualizing what the image will look like after the final edits on your computer screen. That's when things get interesting. Put everything on manual, use the optical viewfinder, ignore the meter and eyeball the exposure value, if you really want to have fun.
@@photographybypetercharles9939 good advice! I’m sure there’s a ton of practices I could implement that would make the experience more enjoyable than it was already. Call it habit using the screen….they can be hard to break! 😂 I love how every one’s process is so different. I shoot so much for work, that when the fun shoots come, I’m stoked to sit down and relive that moment while it’s fresh. I have another buddy that doesn’t even look at his images until weeks later! I do take advantage of the screen, but I save the genuine experience for my film camera. I started shooting before digital was a thing, and love to reminisce the good ol’ days when I shoot film! Thanks so much for watching and love the advice!!
@@themundlife I could never wait weeks to see my images. The coffee break is about as long as I can last. :) Since you have a film camera you already know what I'm talking about. Just treat the X100 the same way and have fun.
The small size alone makes it indiscrete. Normally taking photos with a regular dslr, people see a “professional “ camera. This camera has such a low profile that people may still see it, but don’t pay attention
What’s with the video’s processing?? If it’s cine-blooming, then it’s WAY overdone. Another processing fad (like HDR) that looks ridiculous after a few months. If it’s the photographer’s choice of style , then good luck to him…..
It’s not that hard to get a hold off, I got mine on a spur of the moment, sold my Sony gear at the start of September and placed an order for the x100vi and it arrived within 2 week, just got lucky with the store I chose to buy it from. I seen some people still waiting for their since they ordered in in February/ March which is crazy! It pays to look about all the smaller retailers as their wait list will be smaller
@@themundlife I did indeed.. sold my beloved A7CR and Sigma 24-70 & Sigma 85mm lenses .. just got fed up of the big kit, I just never took it anywhere cause it was a burden to carry etc! The x100vi is great now - a very small and discreet set up which I’ll defo be taking with me everywhere when I can! (I defo will miss Sony, the A7CR was a beast of a camera! But no good if I didn’t use it much :(
@@T29BSB That’s awesome! My goal is to have couple systems. One for all my pro work (I shoot a lot of video) and one to save my back! 😂😂. I know you’re going to enjoy the new lighter system! I’m also looking into the pocket 3! My buddy used it when we were out there and it made shooting very convenient! And it’s still 4:2:2 10bit log.
Why lightroom with presets?? The whole idea of this camera to shoot good jpg with it straight out of camera….. otherwise you can take every camera and edit what you want
@@zemmik I wasn’t playing around with the Fuji’s built in presets. I just wanted to see how it felt shooting with a different camera. I didn’t want to focus on what everyone else does with the X100vi. That’s why this was more of a challenge than a review. I’m not a purist when it comes to photography. I shoot for feeling, and to tell a story (at least I try to). Editing is just as much a part of every image for me as shooting is. But that’s the beauty of creativity. And just like we all watch other photographers here on YT, we learn from the community and keep what we like and disregard what doesn’t work for us 🤙🏼 Thanks for watching!!
@@themundlife oh ok...for me it is a challenge to shoot in JPG (maybe with RAW as backup) and only switch every 36 shots like I shoot film. I like video editing, but photo editing I do not like so that is why I let the fuji doing the coloring. I really like the Black and White of the Fuji. enjoy your challenges
@@zemmik That sounds like a good challenge I might have to try! I’m always wanting to be better with shooting and editing, maybe working on creating the image in camera could be a fun way to learn! Thanks for the inspiration and discussion! ✌🏼
People do whatever they want with their Fuji camera. The X100VI is not more a "jpeg only" camera than any other Fuji camera. Fuji RAW + Fuji film simulations in Lightroom and (especially) Capture One is a really good start for photo editing and you don't get such good simulations with other brands. Personally I created Capture One styles (using Fuji film simulation curves) and which are 95% matching the recipes I love and use on my camera. It took a bit of time of course. But indeed the jpegs produced by all the Fuji cameras (or at least all the ones I have) are really good and I respect people shooting jpeg only, it's less work once you found/created your recipes. But personally I enjoy tweaking my Fuji simulation based styles.
Such a good time, dude! Glad you decided to try out the little Fuji. A very realistic and honest revjew - well done.
Thanks for the loner….rather, thanks Jill! 😂
Just an observation, i think adding some b roll during 2:00 section would've made this video more captivating from the start.
Great content matey
I have a A7IV and X100VI. The A7IV hasn’t been used (other than paid shoots) since getting the Fuji. I absolutely love it and am considering selling my Sony and only using the Fuji for a year or two.
@@Amcacs5654 I don’t blame ya! I’d do the same if I didn’t need lens range for my rally stuff. My back would appreciate it for sure!! So just recreational for me……for now 😉
Great video, loved all the pics you got! Enjoyed the real world review of the Fuji, how it feels more than tech specs. To answer your question about the draw to neon lights…glow, light sabers, Hollywood, Vegas, small towns, night clubs, mystery, etc
Makes sense! 😂. They’ve got us all trained!! Thanks for watching and the comment! I just tell things like they are! 🤙🏼
great video. you got some sick shots. loved the background music too.
@@paulonuno1973 Thanks so much!!
The kid dangling at @7:26 is hilarious.
@@n1cl4s 😂😂😂
Ok now I want to go shoot. Right now. Great video!
@@JaredWilliamsonMedia it’s an addiction for sure! You got one!!! Go do it!
Love this style and great shots! Subbed!
WOW @@LaFuenteOnFilm Thanks so much!! Truly appreciate the sub and support!!
Holy Glimmerglass, Batman!
Gooooood times! 🎉
Can’t wait until the next trip!!
For street photography the X100VI and the back screen are great. If it gets a flipFlopscreen in the X100VII I won't upgrade. Thats more for bloggers.
@@edwardjmw For me having the articulation opens up more compositions. I’ve found many more angles when I can’t lay down, or especially with action photography. I just like the option that I do t have to use, but it’s there if needed! Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
Good morning, congratulations for the review and for your UA-cam channel. I have a question for you about the Fujifilm x100VI: to switch from photo to video mode you have to act on the rear menu (LCD) by manually setting the mode, but wanting to set any button as the REC button, while in photo mode for convenience and operational speed , does pressing the latter record with the same settings assigned for the video mode? I'm asking you because I did this test and by pressing the button dedicated to video recording on the screen the video starts recording but without any information regarding FPS and more. Thanks in advance for the reply
@@ph_Francesco_Dellisola thank you so much for the comment and for watching! I did not familiarize myself with video settings. This was my friends Fuji and this was simply a challenge on the photo side of the camera. I would assume that simply pressing the REC button would either go to default settings or current camera settings. My buddy, @dylanspitz would know much more on this topic, or I’m sure there is a more in depth explanation here on YT. Sorry I didn’t have the answer for ya, but I hope this helps!
It's very interesting to watch you use the X100 like a Sony camera - very screen dependent. The real joy in the X100 is in the use of the hybrid viewfinder. You'll find it to be an even more immersive experience if you forget that the screen exists. No chimping! Imagine that it's a roll of film in there and you'll only get to see your photos when you're done. Typically I'll sit in a Timmies with my coffee and donut. Only then will I spend a few minutes reviewing my results on the screen. I have REVIEW turned off so there's no temptation to chimp.
You hinted it at its real value when you mentioned zooming with your feet. Now just extrapolate that into using the optical viewfinder and no screen use. One of the things that made Ansel Adams such a great photographer is that when he took a photo with his view camera, he was already visualizing the final print. Take a shot through the optical viewfinder while visualizing what the image will look like after the final edits on your computer screen. That's when things get interesting. Put everything on manual, use the optical viewfinder, ignore the meter and eyeball the exposure value, if you really want to have fun.
@@photographybypetercharles9939 good advice! I’m sure there’s a ton of practices I could implement that would make the experience more enjoyable than it was already. Call it habit using the screen….they can be hard to break! 😂 I love how every one’s process is so different. I shoot so much for work, that when the fun shoots come, I’m stoked to sit down and relive that moment while it’s fresh. I have another buddy that doesn’t even look at his images until weeks later! I do take advantage of the screen, but I save the genuine experience for my film camera. I started shooting before digital was a thing, and love to reminisce the good ol’ days when I shoot film! Thanks so much for watching and love the advice!!
@@themundlife I could never wait weeks to see my images. The coffee break is about as long as I can last. :)
Since you have a film camera you already know what I'm talking about. Just treat the X100 the same way and have fun.
couldn’t continue to watch it, i thought something with my eyes until i realized that it’s all heavily cinebloomed
@@iam.neekeeteen ✌🏼
What’s cinebloomed?
@@Angel-wr4gg its generally a filter giving everything a soft look, a more “cinematic“ look.
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Im still very happy with my Canon 5D Mark II
@@Yoshua-Robinson shoot what makes you happy, and the camera should’t matter!! I’ve never shot canon before, might have to give it a try!
@@themundlife the Canon 5D Mark II was the camera that initiated a new era and truly revolutionised the DSLR market forever.
@@Yoshua-Robinson I used to shoot on the Nikon d50 way back when! 😂😂😂. Come a long way
Why is it indiscreet?
The small size alone makes it indiscrete. Normally taking photos with a regular dslr, people see a “professional “ camera. This camera has such a low profile that people may still see it, but don’t pay attention
You mean discrete. Indiscrete means noticeable
@@bartonyszko4512 ✌🏼yep
What’s with the video’s processing?? If it’s cine-blooming, then it’s WAY overdone. Another processing fad (like HDR) that looks ridiculous after a few months. If it’s the photographer’s choice of style , then good luck to him…..
@@richardnugent7035 that’s awesome! Thanks for the encouragement. I’ll make sure to follow the rules next time! 🤙🏼
Too bad the camera is literally unobtanium
@@jaegerschtulmann I know! 😢
It’s not that hard to get a hold off, I got mine on a spur of the moment, sold my Sony gear at the start of September and placed an order for the x100vi and it arrived within 2 week, just got lucky with the store I chose to buy it from. I seen some people still waiting for their since they ordered in in February/ March which is crazy! It pays to look about all the smaller retailers as their wait list will be smaller
@@T29BSB nice!! Did you go full Fuji then?
@@themundlife I did indeed.. sold my beloved A7CR and Sigma 24-70 & Sigma 85mm lenses .. just got fed up of the big kit, I just never took it anywhere cause it was a burden to carry etc! The x100vi is great now - a very small and discreet set up which I’ll defo be taking with me everywhere when I can! (I defo will miss Sony, the A7CR was a beast of a camera! But no good if I didn’t use it much :(
@@T29BSB That’s awesome! My goal is to have couple systems. One for all my pro work (I shoot a lot of video) and one to save my back! 😂😂. I know you’re going to enjoy the new lighter system! I’m also looking into the pocket 3! My buddy used it when we were out there and it made shooting very convenient! And it’s still 4:2:2 10bit log.
Why lightroom with presets?? The whole idea of this camera to shoot good jpg with it straight out of camera….. otherwise you can take every camera and edit what you want
@@zemmik I wasn’t playing around with the Fuji’s built in presets. I just wanted to see how it felt shooting with a different camera. I didn’t want to focus on what everyone else does with the X100vi. That’s why this was more of a challenge than a review. I’m not a purist when it comes to photography. I shoot for feeling, and to tell a story (at least I try to). Editing is just as much a part of every image for me as shooting is. But that’s the beauty of creativity. And just like we all watch other photographers here on YT, we learn from the community and keep what we like and disregard what doesn’t work for us 🤙🏼
Thanks for watching!!
@@themundlife oh ok...for me it is a challenge to shoot in JPG (maybe with RAW as backup) and only switch every 36 shots like I shoot film. I like video editing, but photo editing I do not like so that is why I let the fuji doing the coloring. I really like the Black and White of the Fuji. enjoy your challenges
@@zemmik That sounds like a good challenge I might have to try! I’m always wanting to be better with shooting and editing, maybe working on creating the image in camera could be a fun way to learn! Thanks for the inspiration and discussion! ✌🏼
People do whatever they want with their Fuji camera. The X100VI is not more a "jpeg only" camera than any other Fuji camera. Fuji RAW + Fuji film simulations in Lightroom and (especially) Capture One is a really good start for photo editing and you don't get such good simulations with other brands.
Personally I created Capture One styles (using Fuji film simulation curves) and which are 95% matching the recipes I love and use on my camera. It took a bit of time of course.
But indeed the jpegs produced by all the Fuji cameras (or at least all the ones I have) are really good and I respect people shooting jpeg only, it's less work once you found/created your recipes. But personally I enjoy tweaking my Fuji simulation based styles.