Love my XT3, only thing I wish Fujifilm will fix this on a firmware update is letting user save white balance shift for individual custom settings, like all the newer bodies. That’s not too much to ask for lol!
I updated to the X-T4 simply because I have found that, due to age (darn it), IBIS is a big deal. The greater battery capacity is certainly a plus, and since I mainly use the viewfinder, the screen is a non-issue. In fact, I like that it flips closed when not in use. Having said that, I would add that another big plus for the X-T3 is how well it has held its value, making the jump to the newer model less painful. (Both KEH and MPB are making it much easier to recycle used gear without the fuss of going through online auctions.) Its always a a pleasure watching your videos. Your positive approach makes my day much more enjoyable.
@@imharikrish ergonomics, size, weight, menu, focus peaking, my adapted film lenses, plus fuji lenses like my 16 1.4, aesthetics, i do not shoot jpeg but i confirm raw processing with C1 with films sims are killer, sensor image quality, evf quality screen, tilt screen for street ph... List could not end!
I was on Nikon since 2009 with D90 then D7100, Now just got my first Fujifilm X-T30ii, I love the size, style and film simulation it has. I think my choice was right.
I started with the XT4 because I thought it would be better to have the newest version. I later added the XT3 as a second body/backup. I ended up really loving the XT3, especially the tilt screen! No contest, the 3 is still a great camera in 2022. Thanks!
Sold my X-T3 at the start of the pandemic as it was ‘my’ camera for me as a luxury item. Love the user experience, images, ergonomics….. As soon as the pandemic subsided and my husband’s business was no longer in jeopardy - I could not wait to get another one in my hands. Just recently bought it again because I missed it so much. Great video, Chris. It is still such an enjoyable camera to use. So glad I was fortunate enough to pick it up again.
Came from a D3500 that I barely used, thought about getting G2 glass from Tamron when someone convinced me that the glass would very much outrun the body. I agreed. Early 2022 grabbed an X-T3 & have loved it every time I use it. Plus the savings on money vs the X-T4. I don't need anything for video so an X-T3 made a lot more sense. Also lucky to have you & one other channel for good Fuji info.
I'm an X-T3 owner (I have two) since 2019 and I really love this camera. And I think if I have to purchase another Fuji for any reason, probably it would be another X-T3. And by the way, I really hate the flip-out screen. I hope Fuji reconsider the flip-out mania in the next camera releases.
@@mediamasmedia I don't understand what you mean with "X-T5 has no grip" ( I'm new to the photography scene ) I though you can always get an aftermarket grip wouldn't that solve the issue ?
I still prefer my 6-year-old XT2 for taking photos. The images look less digital with truer colors and less low light noise. Nothing do with photography but the XT2 is made in Japan.
I owned my last film camera for over a decade. Then I got my first digital camera in 2004. After that, thanks to marketing and the "pixel race", I bought a new digital camera every 2-3 years from then. I eventually got tired of all that. After traveling with my X-E3 for about a year, I liked it so much I bought an X-T3 to replace my Nikon DSLR and basically went 100% Fujifilm. Not only have I never reconsidered going back to full frame, I haven't even considered one of Fujifilm's newer options. I love the X-T3.
Thank you for giving the XT3 so much love! It is my all-time favorite Fuji camera and I rarely leave home without it for the XT 30. I have no need for later bells and whistles when such perfection exists in this little beauty!
I love my X-T3, and Fuji has yet to present something that makes me want to upgrade. You forgot a detail, that makes the X-T3's flip-out screen better than many others: flip-out in portrait mode.
I've got the X-T2, and I don't like to use the word "LOVE" to describe an object or a tool, but I still love my X-T2, and have no reason to upgrade at this point (6 years after my purchase). The prints I make on my 13" x 19" Canon printer look remarkable. So I really don't need the newest, shiniest, best camera on the market; honestly. This camera does everything I need. Sure, I would like to have some of the features of the X-T3 or X-T4? Yes, but I don't NEED them. At some point I might move to the latest-and-greatest X-series camera, and have the X-T2 converted to infrared, or keep it as a backup. But for now, I'm sticking with my beloved X-T2. :-) Thanks for the great videos pal2tech!!!
I was a serious amateur photographer in the early 70’s . I still have my Nikon FTN and four lenses but haven’t shot film in over 25 years. When I retired this year I decided to get back into photography. You and Omar are the reason I bought an XT3. It was a great buy and I’m really happy with it. Thank you and happy Friday!
I love my XT3! I dipped my toe into the Fujufilm water several years ago with the X100F. Shortly after using it, I sold all of my Canon full Frame DSLR gear and dove into Fujifilm with the XT3 and 3 Fujifilm lenses and never looked back. I'm interested to see what Fuji has in store for the XT5. I love the XT-3's LCD screen and hope against hope that the XT5 will have it rather than the flippy screen. If not, I may just keep on trucking' with this XT-3 beauty! Have a great weekend, Chris!
When I was shopping for a camera I checked out many different options over about a year's time. The XT-3 ended up as my choice for several reasons. First, it was the most affordable and capable camera for the cost. I was able to find a barely used, like new body with the 18-55, the Fuji grip(non battery), extra batteries, chargers and all still in the original boxes for about half the cost of just a body for other brands. Secondly, I wanted something that I could learn/improve with yet would be of high quality for a fairly long time and still adequate as I become a better photographer. Plus, would be good if I decided to give videography a shot some day. Finally, since the last camera I used was my Ricoh XR-P from 1984, I liked that the XT-3 had the physical controls, especially the aperture ring on the lenses. In the end, after watching loads of videos by people like Chris, Omar Gonzales, Mark Denney, Thomas Heaton and many others I decided on the XT-3. The community around this camera is so good. There is so much help and information available out there when you need it. So far, it's been a great camera and a great experience.
I shoot on the Fuji X-T2, and I would say even this venerable model is still relevant in 2022! I've got my eye on trading up to the X-H2s, but I'll always love my trusty X-T2 till the day it dies...
My favorite camera of all time. Had it since the day it came out, upgraded from X-T1. It’s stood the test of time EASILY. I’ll never get rid of my favorite camera, the X-T2. (Haven’t tried an X-H1, X-T4, or X-H2S, though.)
What about the more compact XT-30? It would be great if you could make a video on that someday, since from what I understand it is a bit simplified and cheaper version of the X-T3.
I got two X-T3's for video since that's pretty much all of my work, and the fact that Canon and Sony's APS-C cameras STILL haven't caught up to the X-T3 in functionality and flexibility with the possible image that you can get out of it, it really shows how much effort Fujifilm has put into not just crafting a really fun and creative experience (which is a huge perk in and of itself), but also giving you the ability to do so much more with the image than pretty much any other camera around that price point.
I am still shooting with an XT2 and since I don't really care about video I am very happy. Yes it could have improved autofocus but it is still very serviceable.
IMHO, the XT3 screen is way superior for photography! The reason why you love the X-T4 screen most of the times is because you're more of a videographer than a photographer. Fujifilm messes up with the X-T4 as the wanted a camera for everything and ended up creating a camera for nothing... They've put the screen to apeasse video and youtube shooters, but the dials make no sense for video. There is the X-H series for video, leave it at that and keep the X-T series for photographers!
I unfortunately can’t use this camera because the rear dial is too stiff to turn without pressing. Bought one and returned it. I was really excited because otherwise it seems perfect, but usability is number one and my X-T2 is more usable.
I think that the xt3 and the xpro 2 where the sweet spot in fujifilms line up! Xt5 should just use the xt3 body and screen system and just updated the internals, Great video. Absolutely love my xt3s
I just bought mine a month ago. I have an X-T20 which I love but I always struggled with the smaller viewfinder and not being WR. So I got a brand new X-T3 for 950 euros (about 1000 USD) and i love it. I coudn't be happier. I don't shoot movies and although I reckon IBIS is a great feature which I could give use to, I saved a couple hundred euros ( comparing to the XT4) to get me some more Fuji glass :D PS: the XS10 was not an option since I tried one and felt I was going backwards by losing those sweet manual dials. So it was a no brainer.
You ˋre so right! The X-T3 was the best Fujifilm X camera ever. Unfortunately, I sold them and bought an X-T4 for them, wich I regretted very much. Image stabilization was advertised, but it has no relevance in practical practice. Also the autofocus is by no means better than with the X-T3.
I don’t need the XT-3 handbook, who needs it when you are far better to learn from. Keep up your Stirling work and keep us smiling at the same time 👍😀😀
X-T3 was such a perfect camera at the time. For upcoming X-T5, Fujifilm could use X-T3 as a base, keeping every design, dials and buttons, just adding new sensor, processor, IBIS and new battery, and I'll be happy to make an upgrade.
@@pennyfan13 Very happy for you ... me however, I'm just planning to get myself an xt3 , only found no good prices for now (or at least no good prices that can ship international ) sadly ,any recommendations? Or tips before buying?
X-T3 is a great camera! The only reason I like my X-T4 better is the stabilization and battery life. If it weren't for that, I'd have no issues buying an x-t3. I even would go back to the x-t2.. miss that camera.
Coming from Canon, X-T3 is camera since it has been released. I have no feeling I need to upgrade it. Even better, the more I lean to use it, the more it helps me to improve my skills. I would even dare to say now I shoot only raw and use Capture One that the camera is becoming a smaller part of the equation. Now my settings are the minimum because I know C1 will do the job after. The most important thing for me is to get the best frame in order to avoid too crop too much after (the only drawback of APS-C). I think, except for pros, with an X-T2 you are already beyond the most amazing possiblities in 90 % of the situations, upgrading is marketing.
I watched your entire video and about 7 out of 10 of your points are lost on me. I never shoot video, ever. I don't shoot high burst rates. I have all my film sims fully tweaked out and don't change for change sake... one color (classic chrome), two monos (Acros with red or green filter). I still love the X-T3, using so few of the features because it is just a terrific stills camera. I bought a second body when they were being offered at a reduced price a while back and at 64 years old, these will be my last cameras. Don't care how many megapixels the models will have next year or how fast some autofocus improvements get. I've never failed to get a great shot with terrific image quality with the X-T3. If it ain't broke...
I liked the X-T3 so much that, thanks to $999 sales, I ended up with 3 of them. I dedicated one to Zoom calls, with the battery grip that enables the use of wall power, and with the port door removed (yay!). The video autofocus works great for Zooming - I don't have to worry about it. Also, people on the calls sometimes remark on the good image quality. The other two bodies are dedicated to photography. Agree about the metering dial! And I love the tilting LCD, though I understand the appeal of the flippy screens. It's a really well designed camera. It's a classic! I'm hoping the X-T5 will be another milestone.
I bought the X-T3 over the X-T4 last May for all the reasons you gave on this video. I do street photography (my subjects are always in motion and I need high SS), so I don't care about IBIS; the X-T3 with an extra battery is lighter than the X-T4, and I shoot in single shot mode, so I don't even need it most of the time; and I'm not a vlogger, so I don't care about the flippy screen. The X-T3 is the superior camera for everything else.
I was on the wait list for the X-T30 II when the price dropped on the X-T3. I’m glad I made the decision to switch. I knew the X-T4 was more camera than I needed. My only complaint is that Fuji ships the new cameras without a physical manual. Luckily I was able to get one from KEH.
Thanks for that Chris, I love using the XT3 and my X100V neither of which have that annoying flippy screen. I won't buy the XT4 and as for HS2. 2500 for a camera with a load of improvements to video which I never use and a bloody PASM dial yuk. I wonder if an X Pro 4 will turn up?
Hi Chris. I bought an XT30 a few years ago, as I couldn't afford the XT3 at the time. I'm thinking of getting an XT3 and keeping the XT30, but now wonder if an XH1 would be a better choice with the XT30 as it has IBIS as well as the weather sealing. I'm not too interested in video anyway. Wondered if you have experience of the XH1 v XT3. Thanks for any thoughts about it.
I have two XT-3’s and love them, Myself I have no need for the flippy screen I’ve never even used the touch screen features. Ps you are my manual. I enjoy every video you put out even if it doesn’t pertain to anything that I need to know. Thanks 🙏
In finally graduating from an x-t20 to an x-t3 used. I’m very excited and can’t wait to get it. Thank you so much for educating me in all things Fujifilm!
Been shooting with my Xt3 since I swapped from Canon Dslr about 3 & 1/2 years ago. Love it and keeping it, though just got an XH2s. The XH2s is better in a number of ways but that certainly doesn’t make the Xt3 worse than it was lol. As a second body now, it’s pretty damn good back up. One big criticism I do have of the Xt3 is the micro HDMI port. I had to have mine repaired (it is very fragile) and it was an expensive repair. Otherwise it has been brilliant and heavily used.
I switched from X-T4 to X-T3 because of overheating. Unfortunately I have to live with a smaller battery and an LCD screen that does not flip and it can be scratched. We can't have everything ... haha
I started with a Canon 80d and a bunch of different lenses and sold them all to pick up an X-T3 and an 18-55mm XF lens and it was honestly the best decision I made so far with my photo taking journey.
I spent months agonizing over the choice of X-T3 and the X-T4 and I loved the IBIS of the X-T4 but I KEPT coming back to the X-T3's perfect three way flip screen, and for me, and my kind of (still) photography (including, but not limited to, Street), the flip screen became the dealbreaker. That was a year ago, and I'm SO pleased with that choice.
Your videos are immensely helpful to me in setting up my own Fujifilm cameras. Your videos are informative and entertaining and when I filmed videos on my x-t3 the quality was so much better. I've since sold the x-t3 (dumb decision) and since I can't find it in silver anywhere I'm going to get the x-t4. Luckily I've bookmarked some of your videos that talk about settings for the x-t4 and it will make the whole process much easier.
Awesome video. It was tough deciding between the X-T3 and X-T4. I like the ergonomics of 3 better as well, but the battery life and stabilization led me to 4. I understand batteries aren't that expensive for X-T3, and ironically the stabilization X-T4 ended up very jittery for video... but hey, both are epic cameras regardless.
Love m’y Xt3 which I am combining with a xs10 as a second body.They Share the same batteries and the great x Line of lenses . I see no reason to change this winning team… thanks for your high quality inputs. Keep going . Hello from Belgium
I have been the proud owner of a new X-T3 camera with a 23mm f2 lens for six weeks now. What a powerhouse and what options in terms of settings. I am therefore very happy with your videos, which I have already used a lot. I am sure I will enjoy this fantastic camera for years to come.
Huge fan of the xt3 as well. Bought a second one used this year and they're the cameras I use for weddings. Yes IBIS, faster focus and a little better high ISO performance would be nice, but for a camera that is 4 years old I think that it's still holding it own. I was very worried about the battery performance in the beginning, but once you learn how to manage it, you can do a wedding day and take 3000 pics with 4 batteries which I feel is fine. Thanks for yet another enjoyable video !!
I've had my XT3 for about 2 years now and have taken maybe 50 shots with it; it's basically brand new in the box. I need to use it more. It's a beautiful camera but I also have an XT20 which I use all the time that I've been kicking around for a few years that still works great
The X-T3 is peak fuji. None of fuji's other cameras even come close, not even the X100V or X-pro1. Way ahead of its time and will easily last 10 years.
I got an X-S10, full of dead pixels, so I got a brand new one, full of dead pixels... Sent it back and got an X-T3. My power switch got stuck so it was sent to fuji and they replaced the whole top panel. Then it came back to me in worse condition (loose wires, rubber sticking out, viewfinder skew) so I sent it back again and they fixed it but forgot to send it with my camera box (so I got it back in a zip lock bag) and so far it still works I noticed when I switch it on sometimes, it doesn't come on and it blanks out for like 10 seconds and then after flipping on and off for a while, it comes back on. My loan unit they gave me whilst ruining my X-T3, was an X-S10 again, and again, FULL OF DEAD PIXELS (I can show you the footage, almost unusable) So... yeah, on paper, amazing specs, but practically, I've only had problems with fujifilm. Maybe I am really unlucky or maybe fujifilm in South Africa is hopeless, but that doesn't solve my problems. And it bums me out a lot because I like what it has to offer.
I just go one in 2024. Last camera was canon 7d. Looking forward to getting back into photography. And video doc/movie making, your videos helped me decide.
I'm still rocking my launch day purchased X-T3 because of that stupid X-T4 screen...I'm not a video guy...and I'm waiting patiently for the X-T5 and hopefully they get the screen back were it belongs 🙂come to think of it I have never connected a headphone to my X-T3 or a HDMI cable.
XT3 is a solid photographer’s camera. But it pales compared to the XT4 for all the obvious reasons: battery, IBIS, articulating screen, etc. No going back, folks.
@@craigwilson1604 I should have clarified that I am not (at least yet) a video shooter preferring still photography. I find that Chris Lee instructionals on how to max settings have proven invaluable to me. Having said that, I have heard that with video shooting the T-4 is the way to go.
Dumb question, I know: how do the silver paint job match up between the silver Fuji 23mm f2 and the X-T3? For some reason Fuji is not that good at this. I had an X100F where the knobs were had a noticeably blue tint. Drove me nuts. I've only bought black Fuji's since, but just got a great deal on a silver X-T3 and don't want a two-tone.
Yes, I love mine, too. No interest in getting the XT-4. The XT-3 feels good and works wonderfully. I need to spend more time with it and the menu, so thanks for talking about it. For photos, I tend to fall back on my XT-20, always in my bag.
I am a still shooter and I've been very happy with this camera. However I am very, very disappointed that Fuji has not included battery grip capabilities on the 2 ensuing models!! For that reason, I have not yet upgraded... It might be a deal killer for me. Almost every time I shoot, I use the battery grip for vertical shots.
Chris…Jesus..!!! You are not right !!! You are …..PERFECTLY AND ABSOLUTELY right !! My best purchase ever never done !! I didn’t buy Xt-4, waiting for the xt-5, but if it won’t add a significant difference with Xt-3 , I won’t buy as well, instead I will buy another XT3 as a second body. ( and perhaps will be even cheaper 😊).
I have an XT3 which I haven't used since ages. What lens will fit best for a shy- street photography enthusiast like myself? Thank you. I have thought about two options - 35mm F1.4 (older one) or a 16mm F1.4 - wherein I prefer th 35 over the 16 since it allows me shoot from a distance. Any other recommendations?
The X-T3 is the almost perfect photo camera. Really looking for an upgrade with actual technology. (X-T4 is a downgrade to me) Just improve the buttons/dials/wheels/joystick for better use with gloves (bigger, griper). I can not believe they removed the H and L ISO on the X-T4. So dumb..
I remember April 2021 have no new X-T3 in the market, X-T3 is very hot item at this moment, X-T4 is very expensive for me, Because of no new X-T3, I bought second hand X-T4, I calculate I already took 50000 photos.
Unfortunately I couldn't stand it sometimes, because AF tracking was so unreliable. I couldn't even track my kid playing around, much less running. Also some buttons such as AF-ON were too damn tiny for my taste! Other than that, that camera was lovely and I had much fun with it on the streets. Now I'm using a R6 and this camera is a monster with crazy AF and much better ergonomics. Of course, much more expensive such as its lenses.
Here's what I don't like: 1. Tricky to hold with a longer lens without a grip 2. Expensive accessories 3. Not enough lenses in X-mount system 4. Lack of IBIS 5. Bad low light performance But thanks for your videos tho, they are actually great 👍
I shifted to Sony a year ago, from Fujifilm & honestly I don’t have any complaints against A7iv but now I feel like that ex gf whom you stalking online 😅. Since I have switched to Sony I’m not enjoying photography it’s like every photo I take is perfect without any effort. I feel like I’m using Tesla and I missing my old Toyota manual transmission.
Hello! I've seen the video of one pretty competent photographer which told that X-T5 sensor's resolution isn't real. He did some "pixel investigation" and by it's results tells that it's the same X-trans IV but interpolated to the bigger resolution. By the actual topic: despite I don't regret a second that I've bought a used xt3, my only concern aimed to Fujifilm is that they've didn't made a "hole" for users to bypass the record length's limitation. The battery size is a minor thing meaning that it was in the design.
Love your videos! Hey- I’m getting a MacBook , and also the xt3, very soon. I’m not very tech savvy, do you have a class or course or videos on beginner basic how to upload into a external drive , Lightroom on a MacBook , best ways to export and import, video editing for UA-cam . I would literally pay for you to teach me all this lol
I thought everyone will replace XT3 with XT4; but after this movie, now I think it is better to own both (LOL) ............ is that right Chris? Thankyou, you are so wonderful in widening the horizon look to your viewers !
Love my XT3, only thing I wish Fujifilm will fix this on a firmware update is letting user save white balance shift for individual custom settings, like all the newer bodies. That’s not too much to ask for lol!
Unfortunately Will never happen. Or, let's say it's a 0.01% chance they will do it.
PLEASE FUJI!!!
This is honestly the one thing they could do to make the X-T3 be a game changer.
@@Daniel-rz8vy what makes you think that?
Yeah, I was wising for that too, expecially while the XT3 was still a current model ?
I updated to the X-T4 simply because I have found that, due to age (darn it), IBIS is a big deal. The greater battery capacity is certainly a plus, and since I mainly use the viewfinder, the screen is a non-issue. In fact, I like that it flips closed when not in use. Having said that, I would add that another big plus for the X-T3 is how well it has held its value, making the jump to the newer model less painful. (Both KEH and MPB are making it much easier to recycle used gear without the fuss of going through online auctions.) Its always a a pleasure watching your videos. Your positive approach makes my day much more enjoyable.
IBIS .. this is what I miss in my X-T30ii..
Just traded my XT3 and XH1 and associated grips to mpb. XH2S here I come lol.
The XT3 is the reason motivation for photography came back to me for all eternity after moving from Nikon DSLR. I love Fuji
I came from Nikon DSLR to X-T3 and I can confirm that
@@imharikrish ergonomics, size, weight, menu, focus peaking, my adapted film lenses, plus fuji lenses like my 16 1.4, aesthetics, i do not shoot jpeg but i confirm raw processing with C1 with films sims are killer, sensor image quality, evf quality screen, tilt screen for street ph... List could not end!
I was on Nikon since 2009 with D90 then D7100, Now just got my first Fujifilm X-T30ii, I love the size, style and film simulation it has. I think my choice was right.
I started with the XT4 because I thought it would be better to have the newest version. I later added the XT3 as a second body/backup. I ended up really loving the XT3, especially the tilt screen! No contest, the 3 is still a great camera in 2022. Thanks!
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Great vid Chris, every (enthusiastic) word you said is true, and then some. The XT3 can only be bettered by one camera, .......a XT2!
Sold my X-T3 at the start of the pandemic as it was ‘my’ camera for me as a luxury item. Love the user experience, images, ergonomics….. As soon as the pandemic subsided and my husband’s business was no longer in jeopardy - I could not wait to get another one in my hands. Just recently bought it again because I missed it so much. Great video, Chris. It is still such an enjoyable camera to use. So glad I was fortunate enough to pick it up again.
Came from a D3500 that I barely used, thought about getting G2 glass from Tamron when someone convinced me that the glass would very much outrun the body. I agreed. Early 2022 grabbed an X-T3 & have loved it every time I use it. Plus the savings on money vs the X-T4. I don't need anything for video so an X-T3 made a lot more sense. Also lucky to have you & one other channel for good Fuji info.
I'm an X-T3 owner (I have two) since 2019 and I really love this camera. And I think if I have to purchase another Fuji for any reason, probably it would be another X-T3. And by the way, I really hate the flip-out screen. I hope Fuji reconsider the flip-out mania in the next camera releases.
It looks like you got your wish! The X-T5 and X-H2 give you your pick of configurations.
@@jonathanlogan6953 X-T5 has no grip, and X-H2 has no 3-axes articulated screen (call me freak, but I don't like the full articulated one) so...🤷🏽♂️
@@mediamasmedia I don't understand what you mean with "X-T5 has no grip" ( I'm new to the photography scene )
I though you can always get an aftermarket grip wouldn't that solve the issue ?
@@PutsOnSneakers I mean battery grip. Fujifilm has not thought about event professionals who need a long battery life. For me it is a step backwards.
I still prefer my 6-year-old XT2 for taking photos. The images look less digital with truer colors and less low light noise. Nothing do with photography but the XT2 is made in Japan.
I owned my last film camera for over a decade. Then I got my first digital camera in 2004. After that, thanks to marketing and the "pixel race", I bought a new digital camera every 2-3 years from then. I eventually got tired of all that. After traveling with my X-E3 for about a year, I liked it so much I bought an X-T3 to replace my Nikon DSLR and basically went 100% Fujifilm. Not only have I never reconsidered going back to full frame, I haven't even considered one of Fujifilm's newer options. I love the X-T3.
Thank you for giving the XT3 so much love! It is my all-time favorite Fuji camera and I rarely leave home without it for the XT 30. I have no need for later bells and whistles when such perfection exists in this little beauty!
I love my X-T3, and Fuji has yet to present something that makes me want to upgrade.
You forgot a detail, that makes the X-T3's flip-out screen better than many others: flip-out in portrait mode.
100%. I always use a vertical grip, and in portrait mode an articulating screen is just silly.
I've got the X-T2, and I don't like to use the word "LOVE" to describe an object or a tool, but I still love my X-T2, and have no reason to upgrade at this point (6 years after my purchase). The prints I make on my 13" x 19" Canon printer look remarkable. So I really don't need the newest, shiniest, best camera on the market; honestly. This camera does everything I need. Sure, I would like to have some of the features of the X-T3 or X-T4? Yes, but I don't NEED them. At some point I might move to the latest-and-greatest X-series camera, and have the X-T2 converted to infrared, or keep it as a backup. But for now, I'm sticking with my beloved X-T2. :-) Thanks for the great videos pal2tech!!!
Same. It’s the perfect size. Camera bodies just get bigger and bigger. I had the XT-1 and it was tiny. The 4 is huge!
Exactly. Best camera ever!
I was a serious amateur photographer in the early 70’s . I still have my Nikon FTN and four lenses but haven’t shot film in over 25 years. When I retired this year I decided to get back into photography. You and Omar are the reason I bought an XT3. It was a great buy and I’m really happy with it. Thank you and happy Friday!
Omar Gonzaless?
@@lourdesgyan Yes, exactly.
I love my XT3! I dipped my toe into the Fujufilm water several years ago with the X100F. Shortly after using it, I sold all of my Canon full Frame DSLR gear and dove into Fujifilm with the XT3 and 3 Fujifilm lenses and never looked back. I'm interested to see what Fuji has in store for the XT5. I love the XT-3's LCD screen and hope against hope that the XT5 will have it rather than the flippy screen. If not, I may just keep on trucking' with this XT-3 beauty! Have a great weekend, Chris!
X100 series seems to be a system seller for Fujifilm :) I also switched from Sony to Fujifilm after getting the X100V :D
@@luxdalet Yes, last year I sold my X100F and bought the X100V. It'smy main walk around and travel camera.
When I was shopping for a camera I checked out many different options over about a year's time. The XT-3 ended up as my choice for several reasons. First, it was the most affordable and capable camera for the cost. I was able to find a barely used, like new body with the 18-55, the Fuji grip(non battery), extra batteries, chargers and all still in the original boxes for about half the cost of just a body for other brands. Secondly, I wanted something that I could learn/improve with yet would be of high quality for a fairly long time and still adequate as I become a better photographer. Plus, would be good if I decided to give videography a shot some day. Finally, since the last camera I used was my Ricoh XR-P from 1984, I liked that the XT-3 had the physical controls, especially the aperture ring on the lenses. In the end, after watching loads of videos by people like Chris, Omar Gonzales, Mark Denney, Thomas Heaton and many others I decided on the XT-3. The community around this camera is so good. There is so much help and information available out there when you need it. So far, it's been a great camera and a great experience.
I shoot on the Fuji X-T2, and I would say even this venerable model is still relevant in 2022! I've got my eye on trading up to the X-H2s, but I'll always love my trusty X-T2 till the day it dies...
My favorite camera of all time. Had it since the day it came out, upgraded from X-T1. It’s stood the test of time EASILY. I’ll never get rid of my favorite camera, the X-T2. (Haven’t tried an X-H1, X-T4, or X-H2S, though.)
Most of the XT3 features he was celebrating are also found on the XT2.
The X-T2 is also Japanese made isn't it? Timeless camera.
When I'm in a bad mood I just grab my XT3 and go out and shoot.... everything is ok then.
Love mine wouldn't give it up for anything, also love my X-E4 too.
Have both too and love them!
What about the more compact XT-30? It would be great if you could make a video on that someday, since from what I understand it is a bit simplified and cheaper version of the X-T3.
I have my X-T2 and love it. As long as it works, I won't trade it for a higher model. And even then I'll have it on my shelf.
Does it actually lack much in comparison?
I got two X-T3's for video since that's pretty much all of my work, and the fact that Canon and Sony's APS-C cameras STILL haven't caught up to the X-T3 in functionality and flexibility with the possible image that you can get out of it, it really shows how much effort Fujifilm has put into not just crafting a really fun and creative experience (which is a huge perk in and of itself), but also giving you the ability to do so much more with the image than pretty much any other camera around that price point.
I am still shooting with an XT2 and since I don't really care about video I am very happy. Yes it could have improved autofocus but it is still very serviceable.
My X-T3 brought back the joy in photos and videos for me. Canon and Sony had the horsepower but lacked that fun factor. Fuji X-T3 has both 😁
XT3 owner over here. Still haven't anything above the kit lens as the prices are high :/ Love the kit lens but wish it was weather sealed.
The way you swing those cameras around like you have loads of them stocked up is slightly unnerving 😂
IMHO, the XT3 screen is way superior for photography! The reason why you love the X-T4 screen most of the times is because you're more of a videographer than a photographer. Fujifilm messes up with the X-T4 as the wanted a camera for everything and ended up creating a camera for nothing... They've put the screen to apeasse video and youtube shooters, but the dials make no sense for video. There is the X-H series for video, leave it at that and keep the X-T series for photographers!
I unfortunately can’t use this camera because the rear dial is too stiff to turn without pressing. Bought one and returned it. I was really excited because otherwise it seems perfect, but usability is number one and my X-T2 is more usable.
I think that the xt3 and the xpro 2 where the sweet spot in fujifilms line up! Xt5 should just use the xt3 body and screen system and just updated the internals, Great video. Absolutely love my xt3s
I just bought mine a month ago. I have an X-T20 which I love but I always struggled with the smaller viewfinder and not being WR. So I got a brand new X-T3 for 950 euros (about 1000 USD) and i love it. I coudn't be happier. I don't shoot movies and although I reckon IBIS is a great feature which I could give use to, I saved a couple hundred euros ( comparing to the XT4) to get me some more Fuji glass :D PS: the XS10 was not an option since I tried one and felt I was going backwards by losing those sweet manual dials. So it was a no brainer.
You ˋre so right! The X-T3 was the best Fujifilm X camera ever. Unfortunately, I sold them and bought an X-T4 for them, wich I regretted very much. Image stabilization was advertised, but it has no relevance in practical practice. Also the autofocus is by no means better than with the X-T3.
I don’t need the XT-3 handbook, who needs it when you are far better to learn from. Keep up your Stirling work and keep us smiling at the same time 👍😀😀
Do you still love X-T2 as well? X-T2 Made in Japan!
Living in Brazil the X-T3 is almost the only option that I have. Been shooting everything that i can for 2 years and this thing holds up amazingly.
X-T3 was such a perfect camera at the time.
For upcoming X-T5, Fujifilm could use X-T3 as a base, keeping every design, dials and buttons, just adding new sensor, processor, IBIS and new battery, and I'll be happy to make an upgrade.
Totally agree, but we know it'll have an articulating screen and maybe not be as well-made if the X-H2s is anything to go by. Let's hope!
Please keep the same screen flip as the XT3. The XT4 one is terrible for fast paced shoots. An accident waiting to happen.
It's as if they read this comment and were like ... k
@@o.l4890 ya, everything checked. Already purchased the X-T5 at launch and so happy about it.
@@pennyfan13 Very happy for you ... me however, I'm just planning to get myself an xt3 , only found no good prices for now (or at least no good prices that can ship international ) sadly ,any recommendations? Or tips before buying?
4 years already. No way. I still love mine.
X-T3 is a great camera! The only reason I like my X-T4 better is the stabilization and battery life. If it weren't for that, I'd have no issues buying an x-t3. I even would go back to the x-t2.. miss that camera.
I love them... although I have a couple of XT4's, I own 4 XT3's used for the likes of VOGUE, ELLE, GRAZIA magazines and videos.
That's a great a use for them as I can ever imagine. 👍
@@pal2tech I stated this just for the nay sayers. 🙂
Coming from Canon, X-T3 is camera since it has been released. I have no feeling I need to upgrade it. Even better, the more I lean to use it, the more it helps me to improve my skills. I would even dare to say now I shoot only raw and use Capture One that the camera is becoming a smaller part of the equation. Now my settings are the minimum because I know C1 will do the job after. The most important thing for me is to get the best frame in order to avoid too crop too much after (the only drawback of APS-C). I think, except for pros, with an X-T2 you are already beyond the most amazing possiblities in 90 % of the situations, upgrading is marketing.
I watched your entire video and about 7 out of 10 of your points are lost on me. I never shoot video, ever. I don't shoot high burst rates. I have all my film sims fully tweaked out and don't change for change sake... one color (classic chrome), two monos (Acros with red or green filter).
I still love the X-T3, using so few of the features because it is just a terrific stills camera. I bought a second body when they were being offered at a reduced price a while back and at 64 years old, these will be my last cameras.
Don't care how many megapixels the models will have next year or how fast some autofocus improvements get. I've never failed to get a great shot with terrific image quality with the X-T3.
If it ain't broke...
I liked the X-T3 so much that, thanks to $999 sales, I ended up with 3 of them. I dedicated one to Zoom calls, with the battery grip that enables the use of wall power, and with the port door removed (yay!). The video autofocus works great for Zooming - I don't have to worry about it. Also, people on the calls sometimes remark on the good image quality. The other two bodies are dedicated to photography. Agree about the metering dial! And I love the tilting LCD, though I understand the appeal of the flippy screens. It's a really well designed camera. It's a classic! I'm hoping the X-T5 will be another milestone.
Everything I know about my XT3 I learned from you. Thank you.
I love that my XT3 is from 2018 yet still out classes many other cameras.
I bought the X-T3 over the X-T4 last May for all the reasons you gave on this video. I do street photography (my subjects are always in motion and I need high SS), so I don't care about IBIS; the X-T3 with an extra battery is lighter than the X-T4, and I shoot in single shot mode, so I don't even need it most of the time; and I'm not a vlogger, so I don't care about the flippy screen. The X-T3 is the superior camera for everything else.
I was on the wait list for the X-T30 II when the price dropped on the X-T3. I’m glad I made the decision to switch. I knew the X-T4 was more camera than I needed. My only complaint is that Fuji ships the new cameras without a physical manual. Luckily I was able to get one from KEH.
Thanks for that Chris, I love using the XT3 and my X100V neither of which have that annoying flippy screen. I won't buy the XT4 and as for HS2. 2500 for a camera with a load of improvements to video which I never use and a bloody PASM dial yuk. I wonder if an X Pro 4 will turn up?
Hi Chris. I bought an XT30 a few years ago, as I couldn't afford the XT3 at the time. I'm thinking of getting an XT3 and keeping the XT30, but now wonder if an XH1 would be a better choice with the XT30 as it has IBIS as well as the weather sealing. I'm not too interested in video anyway. Wondered if you have experience of the XH1 v XT3. Thanks for any thoughts about it.
I have two XT-3’s and love them, Myself I have no need for the flippy screen I’ve never even used the touch screen features. Ps you are my manual. I enjoy every video you put out even if it doesn’t pertain to anything that I need to know. Thanks 🙏
The screen! Please bring it back tot he X-T5!
In finally graduating from an x-t20 to an x-t3 used. I’m very excited and can’t wait to get it. Thank you so much for educating me in all things Fujifilm!
Hi, I’m planning to do that too! How do you feel about the change? Still glad you switched?
Been shooting with my Xt3 since I swapped from Canon Dslr about 3 & 1/2 years ago. Love it and keeping it, though just got an XH2s. The XH2s is better in a number of ways but that certainly doesn’t make the Xt3 worse than it was lol. As a second body now, it’s pretty damn good back up. One big criticism I do have of the Xt3 is the micro HDMI port. I had to have mine repaired (it is very fragile) and it was an expensive repair. Otherwise it has been brilliant and heavily used.
Yep! Fujifilm X-T3 has been the best dSLR I've owned hands down!
I switched from X-T4 to X-T3 because of overheating. Unfortunately I have to live with a smaller battery and an LCD screen that does not flip and it can be scratched. We can't have everything ... haha
I think I'll keep my X-T3. Seems to be worth more than when I bought it, lol. Seriously, it's a great camera.
Love my X-T3. It's a better camera than I am a photographer.
I started with a Canon 80d and a bunch of different lenses and sold them all to pick up an X-T3 and an 18-55mm XF lens and it was honestly the best decision I made so far with my photo taking journey.
Hey ! I did the same with my canon 90D ! No regrets at all !!!! I love my fujifilm XT3 !!!!
I spent months agonizing over the choice of X-T3 and the X-T4 and I loved the IBIS of the X-T4 but I KEPT coming back to the X-T3's perfect three way flip screen, and for me, and my kind of (still) photography (including, but not limited to, Street), the flip screen became the dealbreaker. That was a year ago, and I'm SO pleased with that choice.
I just got the Tamron 17-70 2.8 for my X-T3 and I’m loving it! The X-T3 was my introduction to Fujifilm. It’s here to stay!
Your videos are immensely helpful to me in setting up my own Fujifilm cameras. Your videos are informative and entertaining and when I filmed videos on my x-t3 the quality was so much better. I've since sold the x-t3 (dumb decision) and since I can't find it in silver anywhere I'm going to get the x-t4. Luckily I've bookmarked some of your videos that talk about settings for the x-t4 and it will make the whole process much easier.
I love my XT-3! And, yes, I read the manual, but I prefer to watch your videos!
Gracias a ti y tus videos decidimos comprar una XT3 para nuestro estudio y fue una de las mejores decisiones que hemos tomado. ¡Gracias!
Awesome video.
It was tough deciding between the X-T3 and X-T4. I like the ergonomics of 3 better as well, but the battery life and stabilization led me to 4.
I understand batteries aren't that expensive for X-T3, and ironically the stabilization X-T4 ended up very jittery for video... but hey, both are epic cameras regardless.
My XT3 was a gift. Best gift ever. Prior camera was a Nikon F2.
10 RESONS?
Caught a typo at 1:00 in 😁
Love m’y Xt3 which I am combining with a xs10 as a second body.They Share the same batteries and the great x Line of lenses . I see no reason to change this winning team… thanks for your high quality inputs. Keep going . Hello from Belgium
Thank you, sir! Love my X-T3, wouldn't trade it. You're my favorite channel when it comes to ANYTHING Fuji related. Thanks for taking the time! 👍
I bought my first Fujifilm camera in 2022: the X-T3! ⚡ I love the X-T3 so far. My decision against the newer X-T4 was only because of the flip screen.
You can see the passion and charisma you have and that is wonderful
I have been the proud owner of a new X-T3 camera with a 23mm f2 lens for six weeks now. What a powerhouse and what options in terms of settings. I am therefore very happy with your videos, which I have already used a lot. I am sure I will enjoy this fantastic camera for years to come.
Huge fan of the xt3 as well. Bought a second one used this year and they're the cameras I use for weddings. Yes IBIS, faster focus and a little better high ISO performance would be nice, but for a camera that is 4 years old I think that it's still holding it own. I was very worried about the battery performance in the beginning, but once you learn how to manage it, you can do a wedding day and take 3000 pics with 4 batteries which I feel is fine. Thanks for yet another enjoyable video !!
Love my X-T3 as well. Didn’t see the need to upgrade ever since
I've had my XT3 for about 2 years now and have taken maybe 50 shots with it; it's basically brand new in the box. I need to use it more. It's a beautiful camera but I also have an XT20 which I use all the time that I've been kicking around for a few years that still works great
Any interest in selling?
@@12WhiteBoy26 I've thought about it a few times but I think I'll hold on to it.
@@mr.b4444 Judging by the way Fuji's hardware design is going... The X-T3 is a keeper. I think you'd be making a mistake in selling it!
Curious about your thoughts on keeping an XT2.
I love my X-T3 too - and my X-Pro3 and my X100F and my X-Pro1 and my X-T2 und in 3 weeks my X-H2 ♥️
The X-T3 is peak fuji. None of fuji's other cameras even come close, not even the X100V or X-pro1. Way ahead of its time and will easily last 10 years.
I got an X-S10, full of dead pixels, so I got a brand new one, full of dead pixels... Sent it back and got an X-T3. My power switch got stuck so it was sent to fuji and they replaced the whole top panel. Then it came back to me in worse condition (loose wires, rubber sticking out, viewfinder skew) so I sent it back again and they fixed it but forgot to send it with my camera box (so I got it back in a zip lock bag) and so far it still works I noticed when I switch it on sometimes, it doesn't come on and it blanks out for like 10 seconds and then after flipping on and off for a while, it comes back on. My loan unit they gave me whilst ruining my X-T3, was an X-S10 again, and again, FULL OF DEAD PIXELS (I can show you the footage, almost unusable) So... yeah, on paper, amazing specs, but practically, I've only had problems with fujifilm. Maybe I am really unlucky or maybe fujifilm in South Africa is hopeless, but that doesn't solve my problems.
And it bums me out a lot because I like what it has to offer.
I just go one in 2024. Last camera was canon 7d. Looking forward to getting back into photography. And video doc/movie making, your videos helped me decide.
I'm still rocking my launch day purchased X-T3 because of that stupid X-T4 screen...I'm not a video guy...and I'm waiting patiently for the X-T5 and hopefully they get the screen back were it belongs 🙂come to think of it I have never connected a headphone to my X-T3 or a HDMI cable.
Good points! My workaround for the head phone jack on xt 4 was to plug in the headphones in my monitor works great of you use atamos
Cool, I've got an x-t3 that hasn't really mastered it yet. Can you help me. Thank you very much.! Love my XT3.
XT3 is a solid photographer’s camera. But it pales compared to the XT4 for all the obvious reasons: battery, IBIS, articulating screen, etc. No going back, folks.
does it have clean hdmi out and does the screen goes off when the HDMI is connected to external device like tv or capture card or video switcher?
I recently borrowed a mates Sony A7Riii..... I felt no affinity towards it and was glad to hand it back and reach for my XT3. 🙂😎👊👍
still use my xt3 all the time, paired with the 16-55 that never comes off the camera, love it :)
I agree that the 16-55 and xt3 are a great combo. Although I am anxiously looking forward to the xt5 and what magic might be built-in to the specs.
@@jackcopland8556 I can hardly use the features on the xt3, well deffo not the video features 🤣
@@craigwilson1604 I should have clarified that I am not (at least yet) a video shooter preferring still photography. I find that Chris Lee instructionals on how to max settings have proven invaluable to me. Having said that, I have heard that with video shooting the T-4 is the way to go.
Dumb question, I know: how do the silver paint job match up between the silver Fuji 23mm f2 and the X-T3? For some reason Fuji is not that good at this. I had an X100F where the knobs were had a noticeably blue tint. Drove me nuts. I've only bought black Fuji's since, but just got a great deal on a silver X-T3 and don't want a two-tone.
New world, younger photographer issues. Kudos to the old school photogs that dragged around 12+ pound primes.
Yes, I love mine, too. No interest in getting the XT-4. The XT-3 feels good and works wonderfully. I need to spend more time with it and the menu, so thanks for talking about it. For photos, I tend to fall back on my XT-20, always in my bag.
I have the same two cameras. I love the XT20. If only it had the same viewfinder of the XT3.
I am a still shooter and I've been very happy with this camera. However I am very, very disappointed that Fuji has not included battery grip capabilities on the 2 ensuing models!! For that reason, I have not yet upgraded... It might be a deal killer for me. Almost every time I shoot, I use the battery grip for vertical shots.
Chris…Jesus..!!! You are not right !!! You are …..PERFECTLY AND ABSOLUTELY right !! My best purchase ever never done !! I didn’t buy Xt-4, waiting for the xt-5, but if it won’t add a significant difference with Xt-3 , I won’t buy as well, instead I will buy another XT3 as a second body. ( and perhaps will be even cheaper 😊).
the only problem i have with xt3 is the 30' limit. th erest is good. i am on manual focus of course... :-D
I have an XT3 which I haven't used since ages. What lens will fit best for a shy- street photography enthusiast like myself? Thank you.
I have thought about two options - 35mm F1.4 (older one) or a 16mm F1.4 - wherein I prefer th 35 over the 16 since it allows me shoot from a distance.
Any other recommendations?
The X-T3 is the almost perfect photo camera. Really looking for an upgrade with actual technology.
(X-T4 is a downgrade to me)
Just improve the buttons/dials/wheels/joystick for better use with gloves (bigger, griper).
I can not believe they removed the H and L ISO on the X-T4. So dumb..
Xt3?
What year is this?
5th August 2022
okay.
Gets a coffee and a bag of chips
I remember April 2021 have no new X-T3 in the market, X-T3 is very hot item at this
moment, X-T4 is very expensive for me, Because of no new X-T3, I bought second hand X-T4, I calculate I already took 50000 photos.
Unfortunately I couldn't stand it sometimes, because AF tracking was so unreliable. I couldn't even track my kid playing around, much less running. Also some buttons such as AF-ON were too damn tiny for my taste! Other than that, that camera was lovely and I had much fun with it on the streets.
Now I'm using a R6 and this camera is a monster with crazy AF and much better ergonomics. Of course, much more expensive such as its lenses.
Here's what I don't like:
1. Tricky to hold with a longer lens without a grip
2. Expensive accessories
3. Not enough lenses in X-mount system
4. Lack of IBIS
5. Bad low light performance
But thanks for your videos tho, they are actually great 👍
I shifted to Sony a year ago, from Fujifilm & honestly I don’t have any complaints against A7iv but now I feel like that ex gf whom you stalking online 😅. Since I have switched to Sony I’m not enjoying photography it’s like every photo I take is perfect without any effort. I feel like I’m using Tesla and I missing my old Toyota manual transmission.
Hello! I've seen the video of one pretty competent photographer which told that X-T5 sensor's resolution isn't real. He did some "pixel investigation" and by it's results tells that it's the same X-trans IV but interpolated to the bigger resolution.
By the actual topic: despite I don't regret a second that I've bought a used xt3, my only concern aimed to Fujifilm is that they've didn't made a "hole" for users to bypass the record length's limitation. The battery size is a minor thing meaning that it was in the design.
Love your videos! Hey- I’m getting a MacBook , and also the xt3, very soon. I’m not very tech savvy, do you have a class or course or videos on beginner basic how to upload into a external drive , Lightroom on a MacBook , best ways to export and import, video editing for UA-cam . I would literally pay for you to teach me all this lol
I thought everyone will replace XT3 with XT4; but after this movie, now I think it is better to own both (LOL) ............ is that right Chris? Thankyou, you are so wonderful in widening the horizon look to your viewers !