As expected, this is the best X100VI review I’ve seen yet. Keeping things real and through the eyes of a true photographer. Thank you. I’ve had the V since March 2021 and the features like 40mp and IBIS aren’t improvements for me personally. For Fujifilm to make these significant updates for only a $200 price increase is amazing.
Thanks for this. I have owned the X100s since the first iteration. If my home is on fire, it's the camera I'd grab. I'm a commercial shooter, so I have several 'high-end' cameras and lenses. I've owned the V since it came out. Like you, I preordered the VI and when it arrived I was concerned that the IBIS or something inside the camera 'clunked' when I rotated the camera. I removed the battery and it still 'clunked' so I returned it. A week later I watched a YT video where the reviewer stated that the clunk was 'normal' and does not happen when the VI is powered on. So I wrote to the retailer and asked them to just return 'my return' since of course all VIs are sold out until June 2024. I had also sent my V to a reputable retailer to sell, but I won't accept their offer until I get the VI back in my hand. AND the VI retailer told me that their tech department inspected my VI and found something faulty, but didn't specify the issue. They had two in stock so they are sending me a new different unit. I've loved my V and I may decide to just keep that one too. Greed or nostalgia may be the reasons. I've used my V for client publicity shoots too when it was the right tool for the right job. My client based calls it "Mark's little Instamatic" and seems pleased when I use it in place of my medium format camera sometimes.
Checking out the silver vs the black x100v in a Fuji showroom... The silver aged like a joke! Black looked fine, but the silver, all of the dials wore down to the cheap transparent plastic underneath. Disappointing and glad I saw it before preordering as black looks like it'll last a good bit longer(at least all the touch points)
Just upgraded to the 6 from the V and very much agree with you. There is definitely a finish difference to the black and silver due to the black being painted. That choice is always the hardest.
I finally have my pre-ordered X100VI. I do also own a Sony A7 IV. My question is: Does the Fuji X100 VI have the Soft Skin Effect, like the Sony A7IV???? Please can you check on it? I can't find it on the X100VI. ´
Good video :) how do you feel about Reala Ace? It has not clicked for me yet but then again I never was a big fan of Astia or Provia. Nostalgic Negative is the shit though! I love this new film simulation
For me the deal breaker is no second card slot. Also I wish Fuji moved their factor to Thailand rather than a police state. Also these guys managed to squeeze in IBIS, but couldnt figure out a way of making it weather /dust resistant without the need to buy an extra filter...that really should be included in the box on day one. Finally....I cannot believe this is more expensive than Nikon's full frame Mirrorless camera. For me it is time and affordable to finally move to full frame Nikon.
I am not a fan of fixed lens cameras I use a Sony a6600 and a Sony a7111 the only thing I like about Fuji cameras r the film simulations I would like if Sony had them
I heard switching between photo and video is a bit of a pain compared to other cameras, is that true? Like it won’t save your setting for each individually. It’ll be the same setting for both. If that’s the case it’s a bit disappointing.
I just bought my firsr x100 series camera (X100T) to sit alongside my X30 since they use the same batteries. I really enjoyed it on my first full day of shooting yesterday.
Also +1 with disliking how the custom settings work now. We only want custom settings to affect colours, tones etc - areas that adjust the Joey output. Boost, focus setting etc all need to be set to your preference for each custom setting. Having to pretty much set the camera up 7 times was very annoying
The image quality is great tho? Sharp through out the image with plenty of detail. If you don’t like the colours and tones - that’s subjective and be changes in camera or in post.
I shoot with Sony A7RV and Leica M11. I bought the X100VI and I don't like the image quality. Skins are very sharp and DOF is limited on APSC sensor. Feels like a toy in the hand.
I had the X100 IV ideration and sold it long ago. Much like yourself, I have the Leica Q2 Monochrome and the Sony A1 with a slew of lenses. I don't see me ever changing. It would have to be a game changer, a real game changer, and we are running out of game changers. I returned from the New Orleans French Quarter last Thursday with the Q2M.......I've loved that camera from day 1. So much soul and character.
I own a Sony a7R4 and went in to place the order… got a chance to handle an old 100F and said to myself… whaaaaaaaat? It’s not pocketable, it’s a fixed lens, the lens is not even a 1.2… it’s a 2 so it is not going to meet my needs and it’s $1600 I’d rather spend that money on glass
It would have been better if we could be able to purchase the camera for a retail price.
Just order one.
@@JoeLopez I'm they on the backorder line. Hopefully, I can get my hands on this model
@@mejiavincee yep. A little patience will have one to you at MSRP in no time.
@@mejiavinceelol so u will get retail price chill out lol u not gonna die without getting it on day 1
I didn’t make the pre order cut ordered 3/4 hoping to get it by May
As expected, this is the best X100VI review I’ve seen yet. Keeping things real and through the eyes of a true photographer. Thank you.
I’ve had the V since March 2021 and the features like 40mp and IBIS aren’t improvements for me personally.
For Fujifilm to make these significant updates for only a $200 price increase is amazing.
Thanks for this. I have owned the X100s since the first iteration. If my home is on fire, it's the camera I'd grab. I'm a commercial shooter, so I have several 'high-end' cameras and lenses. I've owned the V since it came out. Like you, I preordered the VI and when it arrived I was concerned that the IBIS or something inside the camera 'clunked' when I rotated the camera. I removed the battery and it still 'clunked' so I returned it. A week later I watched a YT video where the reviewer stated that the clunk was 'normal' and does not happen when the VI is powered on. So I wrote to the retailer and asked them to just return 'my return' since of course all VIs are sold out until June 2024. I had also sent my V to a reputable retailer to sell, but I won't accept their offer until I get the VI back in my hand. AND the VI retailer told me that their tech department inspected my VI and found something faulty, but didn't specify the issue. They had two in stock so they are sending me a new different unit. I've loved my V and I may decide to just keep that one too. Greed or nostalgia may be the reasons. I've used my V for client publicity shoots too when it was the right tool for the right job. My client based calls it "Mark's little Instamatic" and seems pleased when I use it in place of my medium format camera sometimes.
Would you be able to put up a link for the silver UV ring adapter you found that matched it well? Thank you and keep up the great vids! 9:28
yesssss!!!! ♥︎ no one is talking about nostalgic negative. it’s my favorite ever since it came out on the GFX too
another reviewer said the IBIS sensor doesn't lock when powered off so it is always rattling around.
Checking out the silver vs the black x100v in a Fuji showroom... The silver aged like a joke! Black looked fine, but the silver, all of the dials wore down to the cheap transparent plastic underneath. Disappointing and glad I saw it before preordering as black looks like it'll last a good bit longer(at least all the touch points)
Favorite at all time…until the next Version 😊
Just upgraded to the 6 from the V and very much agree with you. There is definitely a finish difference to the black and silver due to the black being painted. That choice is always the hardest.
You can assign the fn1 button for video start/stop It's direct next to you're shutter button, so then you have it! By the way, nice video 🙏
I finally have my pre-ordered X100VI. I do also own a Sony A7 IV. My question is: Does the Fuji X100 VI have the Soft Skin Effect, like the Sony A7IV???? Please can you check on it? I can't find it on the X100VI.
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Good video :) how do you feel about Reala Ace? It has not clicked for me yet but then again I never was a big fan of Astia or Provia. Nostalgic Negative is the shit though! I love this new film simulation
I haven't seen one, but I was hoping the X100 VI would have been a bit smaller and thinner.
Great review….Question for you on file size with the 40 megapixel sensor….if all you shoot is jpeg will the space still be a problem?
Great review Andre, thanks much.
re: 5:45 above ...You CAN configure a fn button for movies in photo mode. I use the small one next to the shutter button.
"movie recording release" is the setting
Love the ones that keep it real. ✌🏻
Superb Video. Many Thanks.........
07:11 Korean Soondooboo, one of my favorites 😊
I like your videos and presentation style.....but maybe I can add to your one minor problem.....Finding another £1600...to buy this!!
This was not "a must" for X100V owners. Please don't buy into the hype. This is more of an update to coincide with a production improvement for Fuji.
For me the deal breaker is no second card slot. Also I wish Fuji moved their factor to Thailand rather than a police state. Also these guys managed to squeeze in IBIS, but couldnt figure out a way of making it weather /dust resistant without the need to buy an extra filter...that really should be included in the box on day one. Finally....I cannot believe this is more expensive than Nikon's full frame Mirrorless camera. For me it is time and affordable to finally move to full frame Nikon.
I am not a fan of fixed lens cameras I use a Sony a6600 and a Sony a7111 the only thing I like about Fuji cameras r the film simulations I would like if Sony had them
I heard switching between photo and video is a bit of a pain compared to other cameras, is that true? Like it won’t save your setting for each individually. It’ll be the same setting for both. If that’s the case it’s a bit disappointing.
I have a crop in 1080p... without having digital os enabled. What could be causing this? Or is it standard?
I just bought my firsr x100 series camera (X100T) to sit alongside my X30 since they use the same batteries. I really enjoyed it on my first full day of shooting yesterday.
Another reviewer tested the clarity issue and it’s STILL exactly the same. It’s a problem
You can enable one click recording for video. But you just can't choose focus point.
Awesome insights and of course, something different than the "paid" or "sponsored" content.
I'm interesting in knowing your settings for the "newspaper" preset you have in the camera
Could you share why silver now instead of black? 😉
Want one so bad. Not sure I’ll ever get one based on the back orders haha
Love nostalgic neg!! For these were you rolling with the base recipe or with tweaks?!
Also +1 with disliking how the custom settings work now. We only want custom settings to affect colours, tones etc - areas that adjust the Joey output.
Boost, focus setting etc all need to be set to your preference for each custom setting. Having to pretty much set the camera up 7 times was very annoying
use compressed raws
nice review
I don't like the image quality.
For $1600..it doesn't make any sense 🙃
The image quality is great tho? Sharp through out the image with plenty of detail. If you don’t like the colours and tones - that’s subjective and be changes in camera or in post.
I shoot with Sony A7RV and Leica M11. I bought the X100VI and I don't like the image quality. Skins are very sharp and DOF is limited on APSC sensor. Feels like a toy in the hand.
It should since you are used to the sony and damn Leica. You got insane cameras there!
@@venom2k2 haha
I had the X100 IV ideration and sold it long ago. Much like yourself, I have the Leica Q2 Monochrome and the Sony A1 with a slew of lenses. I don't see me ever changing. It would have to be a game changer, a real game changer, and we are running out of game changers. I returned from the New Orleans French Quarter last Thursday with the Q2M.......I've loved that camera from day 1. So much soul and character.
And what a toy ...!
I own a Sony a7R4 and went in to place the order… got a chance to handle an old 100F and said to myself… whaaaaaaaat? It’s not pocketable, it’s a fixed lens, the lens is not even a 1.2… it’s a 2 so it is not going to meet my needs and it’s $1600 I’d rather spend that money on glass