BEAT THE HYPE: 3 Affordable Cameras Better Than the Fujifilm X100VI
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- Опубліковано 13 чер 2024
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00:00 - An Overpriced Point and Shoot
01:09 - Camera 1
03:39 - So Many GREAT X-Mount Lenses
04:35 - Camera 2
06:22 - Camera 3
08:10 - Then Who is the X100VI for?
09:33 - As an Upgrade from a Phone
10:30 - As and Upgrade From Older DSLR’s - Навчання та стиль
Terrific video. I really appreciate you taking the time to link everything that you did so thoughtfully!
Many of the comments really miss the point of this vdo. He is in no way of saying the X100VI is bad (As I can tell from many defensive comments like they are Fuji shareholder). If you watch around 8:00 of the vdo you will know that he is suggesting that the camera is for certain type of people with specific needs. He suggests an alternative which are clearly comparable to the X100VI as they can provide similar results with more flexibility.
I actually did but some Fuji shares a while back because I love the brand. How dare anyone talk bad about them!!!😂😂😂 I'm kidding of course but I think it was a wise decision on my part considering these preorders lol.
Sort of. Only the top two current models have the same high resolution sensor and IBIS. The fixed lens has enough resolution to exploit this. The shutter and inbuilt (tiny) flash are incredibly useful for taking people. It’s very light to carry. Many pros use the X series as their family and friends plus travel camera as it has superb skin tone accuracy out of the box, then it has vast depth of adjustment should it be needed.
I’ve shot Canon for decades, own a range of pro film and digital bodies, pro lenses many of which are amazing, as are most canon normal lenses.
I also own a Fuji 6x9 film camera and Bronica. Both of those were very expensive to shoot on so the whole experience of composition, when to use a tripod, film stock for the lighting and subject are important. Net result is typically 80% excellent quality - all on Fuji film stock for decades. Hence the VI has many attractions for me. Leaf shutter, lightness, flash sync, film sims, weather proofing and a very sharp lens are the main ones.
For the record, I discussed my needs for a forthcoming bucket list trip with a top London dealer, in their shop, the day before the VI came out. He had a very good V in stock at a fair price but advised me to get up first thing and order the VI to ensure I had one, then instead of diving in, not to open the box but have a full system assessment. Then if I want to go another direction, send it back before the end of March for a full refund. That’s service for you. So yes I have one and no I have not used it yet.
It’s a difficult decision as the Canon UI is the best there is, far better than Sony, Nikon and Fuji. My little EOSM5 travel system is still excellent and that camera with the 22mm lens technically as good as all the V series up to the V including IBIS for video. However, flash sync, AI face detection, film sims, 6/4k and weather proofing are all absent.
If ii was just for travel, there is one superb system that rarely gets mentioned. Olympus has made the best small weatherproof cameras for a long time. Their glass is excellent too as is their VFM. Their new OM1 mk 2 is a brilliant tool and using AI and a tripod can render huge images. I guess for me to go that way with two pro lenses and one fixed is about £4K. That’s twice as much as an X100VI with all the necessary add ons (filters, hoods, batteries, charger, case et al). Which, of course, is back in the Canon Pro mirrorless zone. I guess as a ‘boomer’ who’s into photography since I was a kid in the 1960s there is a real attraction of the simplicity and quality of the VI. Like the 6x9 focus the the image and not the over complex and heavy kits.
LOL Is typing out the whole word "video" that much effort for you?
He called it a point and shoot camera ...
@@edgeman04fujifilms cameras are so insignificant for the holding companies revenue and stock price, the stock only went up because of people like you buying the stock out of emotional bias towards the stock. tbh fujifilms revenue is going down compared to 2022. It isnt that great of a investment oppurtunity
The hype has to be people trying to make money on resale.
It really sucks how bad availability is. I preordered it one day after anouncement, because i think its a cool camera and I already have a sony FF for image quality and want this for travel.
The thing is, now that its so rare again, the calculation changes because the resale value is like 600€ over msrp, so its no longer a 1700€ camera. Even if I can buy it at msrp, it is tempting to resell it
If I get the draw to buy the limited edition then yeah that’s exactly what I’ll do. Some idiot will be wanting it
It’s these lame UA-cam channels just trying to boost their audience $$$
And people willing to pay a lot more from resales.
@@svenasmussen8745why don't you paid less for the same technical assembly on any other brand. At this price, you can have a full frame, same size, same lens that you can switch for any other.
XT-30ii with the 27mm 2.8 is the best reason to not get the X100. It's very similar and you get the benefit of being able to use all the other wonderful X-mount lenses. I'm glad I made this choice
Is there a 27mm 2.0? That we be over to the xv100vi
I was going to buy it as my first fuji camera but decide to go with X-T3 that I found in really good condition for super cheap that came with the XF 18-55. Honestly happy I went that route.
One of the best cameras ever made! I have that same setup and also the Fuji xpro2
Thank you for this video! Truly. Detail information provided. Your insight, and recommendations are very helpful.
I've been shooting a (special edition) XT30 since launch 2019. The only thing missing is weather sealing; the reason why I was having a hard choice between the XT3 and XT30. I decided to go with XT30 because of smaller size and lower weight.
I have the Fuji 18mm f/2, the Fuji 27mm f/2.8 and the Samyang 12mm f/2. This pack is extremely small and weighs almost nothing and lets me do what I want. (Or else I adapt vintage lenses for specific purposes and/or looks.)
You can pick up an used XT30 in good to perfect state between 500-600 Euros. The cheapest used, modern Fuji camera you can buy. For the XT3 you still have to fork out 800-900 Euros in good state! Used Fuji prices are extremely inflated since their popularity rose.
Superb video, Mark. I'm sure it will be very helpful for many people. Could you please comment on the autofocus and menu system on your alternative bodies?
Comparing any X100 model to any interchangable lens camera somewhat misses the point.
That's true. It's a completely unfair comparison. One's a point-and-shoot, and the other is a proper system. As they say, "date the body, marry the lens".
The decision against interchangeable lenses, too many choices + carrying lot's of gear around makes people go for cameras like the X100 series. They don't want a 'system', they want a great photography experience. And the X100 series delivers that.
Taking most of the latest videos on the X100VI at face value is missing the point. Most are simply riding the wave of current X100 hype hoping to cash in on the monetization of having X100VI in the title without giving any really useful information.
It is a ridiculous size comparison to use the pancake 27mm on body and not the 23mm 2.0 which matches the X100 lens and say both cameras are about the same size. (Note that the 23mm f2.0 is actually inferior to the x100V/VI lens because it gets soft and blurry in macro closeups whereas the X100V+ does not). The devil is in the details and a 40mm field of view from the 27mm is VERY different from a 35 fov from the 23mm. They are not interchangable!
@@yohan2437 totally agree with this point, I shoot with the xt20 and the 27mm a lot and the size is great but that 40mm field of view is not great, I would definitely prefer a 23mm pancake, as you say the 23mm 2.0 is way bigger!
@@andib1712 I don't think that's the case. You can just buy a pancake prime lens and be done with it. Actually, many people just buy one or two primes and just let it live on the camera. It has never been about the amount of choice or carrying gear.
People like the x100 series because it's a compact point and shoot that handles like a film camera. It just makes for a better EDC experience which isn't the case for most mirrorless cameras which are too big especially if you want to add in a flash and ND filters.
This was an extremely insightful video! Thank you!
What E-lens would you recommend for me to vlog in my Blacksmith shop?
Hi Mark, this review of yours encouraged me to look into the XM-1. While I was researching prices I came across many comparisons to XA-1. On paper they seem pretty identical. What are your thoughts? How do you compare the two?
I hate that hipsters broke the market for this camera
Haha, it‘s a hipster product. We hillibillies buy used X E1 for under 200 bucks (early Bird buying, not now anymore 🤭) and cheap used chinese lenses for 50 Bucks 😬
And the X-T5
@@lordtickledck7012 😂✌🏻yes, Hope to buy one too in ten years when the X8 can make photos alone
Not just this camera, but fuji in general.
Been shooting the xt-2 with a 35 1.4 basically glued on it. I am beyond stoked to get my hands on this camera, less is more in my thoughts. loved your video, cheers
Lol I have the exact same setup as you. 35mm 1.4 is amazing although the focusing is a bit slow, which I don't really mind, it produces amazing image quality. In total this setup cost me around $855
You are going to be disappointed as the X100VI has a 23mm lens with a very different field of view from what you are used to.
i'm very glad you think i'll be disappointed shooting a different focal length@@yohan2437
Incredible combo ❤❤❤
Delighted to have discovered your channel, Mark. Your presentations are down-to-earth, yet polished, and free of the hype so often encountered in photography videos (and of the stumbly speech patterns and dreadful mic quality or technique that also mar too much of this category). While I've been a Canon EOS user since film days, I've not yet bought into the mirrorless realm, and still shooting as many (non-Canon) film SLRs as I do, the Fuji "traditional" control layouts on such as the XT-1-4 series is a powerful tactile draw should I ever take the step into mirrorless. So, doubly glad to find realistic reports on Fuji's dizzying array of models.
Speaking of your presentation and technical quality, curious which mic you are using here. Really nice quality. Thanks!
Thanks for the kind words. It's a Lauten Audio LS-208, I will do a video on it at some point. I put a lists and links to everything I use to make my videos, in the description of each video, so you can always check there, this is accurate and updated for every video so it's not just a general gear list.
@@markwiemels Thanks, Mark. While I was aware of your references below to camera/lens links, It didn't occur to me as this was the first I'd seen of your presentations. Appreciate your thoroughness in listing such data, and will look forward to your review of this mic!
thanks for the recommendations
I never really understand fixed focal length cameras. If you want fixed focal length then just go out with a single lens. Then the next day you can go out with a different lens and have a whole different experience. For myself I sometimes do that but mostly set out with a fast 50 mounted and carry a compact 20 and 85 in pockets or on a belt. Is the fixed lens idea coming from some sort of ideological purity drive?
I shot profesionally for 10+ years and etired from professional shooting in 2020. The only camera that survived the great gear purge was X100V. I've owned original X100, X100F, X100V and now X100VI. People are only waking up to how great this camera family is. I made my most previous personal photos with these cameras.
Absolutly, people (milenials?) just realized what a wonderfull camera the X100 is, and now they all want it.
I also have a colletion of X100 and X-Pro.
@@adrianmuino3412 Gen-Z is the TikTok generation
@haevyglow did you notice the improved build quality from F to V?
@@video-carl It’s been a while since I switched from F to V, but anodized finish of V and VI feels much better than F
Get over yourself, it's a $2000 compact camera that's not even built properly. Any entry level dslr or mirorless would be a better deal.
Thank you. Keep it coming.
Thank you for your valuable viewpoint and knowledge.
awesome video, greatest advice and suggestions
Great video! I preordered a x100vi as Ive always wanted to get into photography and for my Japan trip in April, but the 'hype' is not letting me get the camera well into the end of the year. So I decided to get a used X-T4 and some budget lenses from TTArtisans! It's a little heavier/bigger than the x100Vi, but I am in love! Fuji camera are great and I am so excited to be part of the community!
I'ts not "a little heavier/bigger than the X100VI". I owned both X100V anx X-T4 with numerous lenses at the same time. The size/weight difference is drastic. You have to use them side by side to feel it.
I agree, it's not even the same vibe of a camera. The X100VI like my previous X100F and X100V are completely different animals compared to any body/lens setup. @@HaevyGlow
Don't listen to "prosfesionals", do your experience and find what kind of photos you want to make.
I just got the xt2 with 35mm lens for around $750 , I also have the x100t and X10. Do all X100s have a slow focusing time?
100v has always had that issue for me
Thanks for review, I fall into category 2, so very helpful.
The XT30 II has No IBIS, No Weather Sealing, Half the resolution, Older sensor (4th Gen), No built-in ND filter, No unlimited video length.
X100VI adds all these. That's 600 USD extra for these features. Is that worth it?
For me, kind of, yes. IBIS can help a lot with videos, long exposure shots handheld, weather seal, a newer sensor is always nice.
So, it depends.
Good points.
And the x100 has a leaf shutter (Top and bottom are aluminium too rather than painted silver)
It's not half the resolution, more like 75 to 80%. You need to calculate resolution on a linear basis to get the true difference. That's the way our eyes work. The manufacturers highlight the MP numbers to boost the marketing. As you can get excellent 18"X12" prints even from old 12MP sensors the resolution argument is a bit weak for any modern camera comparison. You do loose a bit of DR with the newer sensor, but not a lot, due to its higher MP count. So it's all a bit swings and roundabouts as far as the sensor capabilities are concerned. Is $600 bucks extra for the OVF, IBIS, leaf shutter and dubious benefit of weather sealing worth it when set against the lens limitation? Debatable. If one considers what the camera is likely to be used for most - street and travel, where IQ is not the most important feature - one can look outside of the Fujifilm system to M4/3 and options expand quite a bit.
I typically divide additional MP by two as they are spread across 2-dimensions@@richardhale9664 . For the X100VI the extra MPs are put to use using in-camera cropping to give the user different FOVs. I've a couple of Lumix M43 cameras but we having nothing like the X100V/VI currently being sold by Panasonic. M43 are typically feature-rich, button-rich and provide bang-for-buck. The X100 team are using additional metrics
@@richardhale9664 Ah. I meant half the video resolution. But yes. You are right.
@@video-carlThat's also really nice for quiet and fast shutter.
Thank you so much for ur work !
I sold the x100v for a near similar size a7iii with a 45mm 1.8 Rokinon. Camera came with a 28-75 2.8 as well. Had some change leftover also. Probably will wait 6 months and will look for the x100vi
Hey there! This was really helpful. I’m wondering what the difference is between a budget lens and a Fuji specific lens? I just snagged a used X-T30ii, and want a pancake lens. Obviously there’s the $400 Fuji option, and some that are much cheaper. Thanks!
Make a video of your top 5 or 10 budget lenses!
Top 5 or 10! 😅
Top 3 is enough.
@@humandroid53 Top 3 isn't enough. He needs to show at least one for each major focal (wide angle, 35, 50, etc.) and probably at least a couple of zoom lenses. A top 10 is a minimum.
Great video and points
do you think the vi is significantly better than the v? (if I want to shoot lots of video too)
Great advice. Thank you!!!
i think the beauty of the x100 line is the fact that it has a fixed lens, for me i shoot Sony.. i have lots of Sony lens and and the fact i can buy a Fuji and enjoy the fun of shooting it with out the need to buy into the Fuji lens line is a huge perk.
I mean, you could just buy something like the X-T30 with a prime lens and call it a day, for about half of what the X100VI costs. Then, if you're feelin' froggy, buy more lenses...or not. Just rock with the one-lense shooting experience.
@@ImpressiveTony but that’s my point exactly, I don’t want to be tempted to buy lens… lol
I’m sure if I had a X-T30 I would be constantly tempted to want to try new lens and what not… so having a fixed lens lets me enjoy with out the urge to spend more $$$
And honestly I have a v for a few years and now have the vi and I love them both and have no regrets at all… super enjoyable camera to edc
Not having options is not a feature lol
@@tony62tell that to leica with their digital camera without a screen.
But the fixed lens is soft. Why does no one report on that? Looking at hundreds of examples online, it just doesn't have the crispness of a xf prime like the 27mm.
Great video Mark, excellent advice.
Oh, Hey Robbie! Thanks! I hope you are doing well.
Is it worth to buy X-T30ii new today?
loved this review!
Your missing the point of the X100IV
A Jeep Wrangler and A Jeep Compass may have the same engine. They may both take you from point A to point B. But there is a reason why the Wrangler has a much higher demand than the compass.
I’m looking to get deeper into photography and want something better than my current iPhone 14 Pro Max. Don’t want to carry all the different lenses around when traveling and heavily considering the X100VI. I also need something to record long video (15-30min) of indoor racket sport clips to trim for highlights, and currently use my phone for that. The phone does a good job in terms of battery and quality for the video recordings but I’m wondering if there is a camera that can fulfill my specific need for easy point and shoot travel shots AND some video recording (without much editing). Current thoughts are: keep the iPhone for video recording, get the X100vi for the photos and some short video clips. Another option is to get something like a ZV-e1 for video and photo, and learn to properly edit but would need to get a better laptop + lenses (more costly and time consuming). Any thoughts or suggestions?
Hey man, what are you talking about? What about the Fujifilm, X-E4, the same form factor! I take the E series above any X100.
The X-E4 is amazing … but for the few requiring leaf shutter - X100-series… or in my case Ricoh GRIIIx
This is true! It's almost the exact same next to each other. Missed a big equivalent there but they are hard to find. Would be even better if Fuji just took the 4, added the sensor and IBIS and sold it as the X-E5 and called it a day. I think it would be a great seller.
Add a fuji zoom lens with ois, who needs Ibis. I have an xt4 and xe4....
@@Balooz I have shakey hands IBIS is a blessing. The ois was never enough for me
@@edgeman04 depends on lens how much ois there is.
I have an XT-1 gave it to my son this video is super helpful as I want another FUJIFILM
This x100v & x100vi hype bring back to the days when everyone was buying ff dslr with top if the line L lens just for traveling n they know nuts about photography..when its was cool to hang a 3k dslr around ur neck kinda vibe
Could you use the t30 for birding?
Hi I think you missed mentioning the TCL and WCL „lenses“ for the X100 series which I both own. So you can get a bit of variability.
I have the X-S20 and I just received the X100VI..... I'm going to put my X-S20 up for sale with its lenses (16-80 and 23mm 1.4 LM WR)! The X100VI is extraordinary. I am 55 years old.... and I started photography and photo development in 1975.
J'ai le X-S20 et je viens de recevoir le X100VI..... je vais mettre en vente mon X-S20 avec ses objectifs (16-80 et 23mm 1.4 LM WR) ! Le X100VI est extraordinaire. J'ai 55 ans.... et j'ai commencé la photo et le developpement photo en 1975.
Heres a question for you: I currently have a Sony a7iv that I use mainly for video. I wanted a new camera for photography mainly and I love the aesthetic of the film simulations. which cam should I be looking at any recs?
The cameras the dude recommend are basically good if you're looking for film simulation. You can always just slap a LR film preset onto your photos from ur a7iv but if your looking for the film look, might as well buy a film camera yk. I personally think, he didn't mention it, but xt2,xt3,xt4 those cameras are pretty neat apsc cameras you might be interested in.
I am getting x-a5 as a non-scary point and shoot. And the Bayer sensor is not bad at all.
Thanks Mark…one thing about the 100vi is that the IBIS finally works well…or at least as I understand it as well as the old EM1 II, which was leading edge at the time. I don’t think changes any of your points however, it is simply a cool looking camera with a nice lens. That might get people out taking photographs once again. Nice camera options here and this video well done and nicely timed! XT3 was/is one of best mentioned!
Sorry. I fully disagree on the XT1. Only Ricoh GR and Sony RX1R mk2, A7cr are somewhat close.
The xt1 and lenses do not have IBIS or ND built in. IBIS only option might be the XS10, or indeed XS20.
@@m4rcin847 Really, not for me. It is a godsend as I jitter too much if I'm hungry. Amazing how well it works with a super telephoto zoom We are all being sucked into that blackhole called Hype. There much better options if one wants a 'small' camera. Those cute compact cameras with zooms that go from wide to ultra telephoto offer so much more, and they are half the size of the Fuji.
IBIS was not a thing for the X100 series, and the X100V was immensely popular
Untrue. The XF18-55/2.8-4 "kitlens" does have OIS, as well as the much cheaper XC 16-50/3.5-5.6 Zoom. FYI, i shoot Fujifilm since the original X100, and even had a Fujica ST-801 35mm SLR back into the film days. X-E1 (black & silver), X-E2 black, X-T1 graphite here otherwise. All bought back into its day, same goes for the X-A1, X-M1. And i've also bought the lovely XF 23/1.4 R last winter (without OIS, of course). If one can't hold 23mm (35mm in FF terms) stable, a person does have lots of other issues, than this focal length.
@@marcp.1752 well sort of. Try a night shot hand held at 0.5 seconds or even 1 second and compare. x100 vi can cope, hand held cannot. Of course the lovely little manfrotto mini tripod on a table etc would help.
@@andrewcrossley2448 One can easily hand hold 1/6 to 0.6s stable, depends how your breathing is, how steady you stand, how you hold the camera, etc.
40 MP is already overkill for a small APS-C/DX Sensor, mind you about the pixel pitch. I do shoot since the 80s. Using Fuji since my ST-801, and digital since the original X100 via Fuji, 1st digital PnS was a Olympus with 0.7 MP. Still, if one does need 23mm F2 (35mm F2.8 (DoF) in KB terms) via IBIS, it's odd. F2 isn't the fastest, you know it, when you really need it for avialable light. But then, there are freaks outside, then saying the corners @F1.4 or F2 aren't being sharp enough...it's always the same. But sometimes, F1.4 does come handy, when you really need it.
I certainly wouldn’t pay the type of money they are asking for a fixed lens camera. Social media has hyped up this camera to the point where it is almost unattainable through price and availability. I have a Fuji XT-20 and I still love it.
Yes! The XT-20 with the 27mm pancake is perfect walkabout rig, and with 16-80 mm f/4 (though front-heavy) great for minimal landscape rig.
You want cool-looking? Black X-E2 or X-E3 with the 27mm, shooting the ACROS simulation. For about half the $$ of this new thing. You really need 40 MP? Really?
@@donridgway7269yep that is exactly what I use the 27mm pancake is a great affordable prime. Great for street photography. I also carry my 18-55mm zoom just in case I need a little more reach.
You're spot on. I'm rocking a Fuji X-T20 with half a dozen lenses and very happy... but yearning for the leaf shutter ever since the X100F, for flash photography in the sun to highlight my subjects without complex high sync speed gear. Unfortunately, I balked on buying the V just before the hype and missed out. Now it looks like the VI is going to be backordered for months as well due to the continued hype.
Too bad many/most of these X100 cameras would sound up with users who won't be taking advantage of the camera's full capabilities beyond the look and form factor, while doing snappy snaps. Yes, sour grapes indeed. Looks like I'll have to wait for the X100 Lucky 7, and carry my ND 16/32/64 filters meantime.
Happy shooting everyone, regardless of your gear.
Agree, I went for an XT30ii as my second camera (first camera XT5). X100VI is great little camera but fixed lens and pricing make it a no go for me.
I would recommend an x-e series camera or an x-pro series camera. I prefer the viewfinder on the side so that is why I never purchased an xs or xt line camera while searching for an x100v. I wound up buying an x-e4 and an x-pro3 and now have an x100vI. Loving the x100vI but I will always have an interchangeable lens Fujifilm camera for my Viltrox 75mm and 27mm lenses. The OVF on the x-pro and x100 series is fantastic.
I totally agree that if you want to get into photography, the x100 series is not the best starting point. I found this channel while searching for lenses for my x-e4 and it’s crazy how different the shooting experience is when changing lenses. I realized that I prefer the 85mm and 35mm focal ranges more so than 50mm but I wouldn’t have realized that with a fixed lens camera.
Did I mention that I am a Sony shooter? Beware the GAS.
Just a small note, the XS-20 has the x-trans 4 sensor rather than the x-trans 5 on the X100VI - Great video Mark, as always I enjoy watching your content!
What would you recommend to someone brand new to dedicated cameras ( unless we are taking instant cameras). I have been looking for a good camera better than my phone as I wanna capture better photos than what my phone can do
Sony RX 100 VII
I recommend not spending a lot of money and see how you like using a dedicated camera. Almost any entry level/intermediate camera from a major brand will more than good enough. Here are three that offer exceptional value (From $650 to $850 with a kit lens), and they are not just for beginners, I just won an award at an art show with one of these. Panasonic Lumix G95
Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV
Panasonic Lumix GX85 . Sony a6400. I suggest starting with the kit lens and then get a 50 mm equivalent prime lens (fixed lens) as your second lens. Taking classes and workshops, studying great photographers will improve your photography more than any camera can.
Another great video Mark. I get why people talk size. I like rangefinder styles because a bump often won’t let you slide other cameras into a lens pocket. It’s also what defines this look for me as well. People buying this probably aren’t even using a camera bag, and perhaps it’s sometimes the Leica rangefinder look rather than a Fuji look that they actually dig. I’m a Sony person, but really like the styling of all these cameras you’ve featured. I love “Eterna” when I see it as well lol.
Great review thank you.
I’m still looking for more reviews down the track before deciding to buy or not.
I just came back from a 3 week trip overseas and realised how important weight and portability are when travelling hence why I am thinking about buying the x100vi. So far the images and reviews I’ve seen is stopping me from buying with the current price.
Can you make a m6 mark 2 vs m50 mark 2? If not can you do a quick breakdown of why 1 is better than the other?
All i need is my xt4 and the xf 18-55 kit lens
I have the xt30 ii and love it.
same !
This was really useful.
Nice video. Would also like to see alternate choices other than FUJI. I am already invested in other lens system(s)
I bought a used Sony 7C with a Sony Zeiss 35mm f2.8 instead and I’m very pleased with the images.
You film in which fps here
If you want an optical viewfinder in a small camera, it is the only option being produced outside of Leica. That really is the party trick, along with the retro vibes and great build quality. I have the X100V and I love it, but it is not much smaller than my Z7 with the 40mm... and the Z7 has all the bells and whistles and a bigger battery.
X-pros have optical viewfinders
@@anthonybertrand6529 there are no xpro cameras being produced for now.
For street and day-to-day photography, the optical viewfinder makes the X 100 VI the preferred upgrade from my Fujifilm X20. And with the long backorder status, I'll have time to save for the cost.
Could you explain the allure of an optical view finder? Not a criticism, I just don't get the appeal.
You should look into the Nikon ZF. It has that retro/analog look and feel to it. Is more expensive than the X100Vi, but only if you’re buying the x100vi at MSRP. The Nikon ZF is superior to the X100Vi in my opinion, but either camera is a good choice. The ZF is also much bigger physically. If I could have both, I’d be a very happy person but I don’t make enough to afford 2 camera like them😂
The Zf is also much heavier.
It's closest thing to shooting film in terms of the flow that you can get with a digital camera, especially if you have enough discipline not to review picture after you've taken it. Dial in film simulation, put settings to auto and you're good to go. You walk around enjoying your surroundings, see something that you want to capture, put the camera to your eye, look through the piece of glass with some frame lines where you compose a picture - press shutter and move on. @@brianwarnerarts
@@brianwarnerartsyou see the real world not through a screen.
I was thinking of getting this camera to take a bit better pictures of my art work (ceramics) for instagram and also food styling for my other instagram acct. would you say this is a good option? The only thing that u got me on was the lens…but I’m not looking to go into photography just want good detail on close ups of food and art….thoughts? Thank you for this review! It was helpful!
No, I would choose and interchange lens camera for that.
Like the fuji one u mentioned in this video? What lens would you recommend as well :)
@@paolarojas2987 I would suggest the 18-55 kit zoom lens. Lighting and camera settings will be most important, watch some videos on product photography, they will really help.
Thanks for your comparison 😊
I believe the retro appeal of the X100 series is based on it's visual similarity to the Leica M series and other cool-looking rangefinder cameras of the past. And it's a fraction of the price of a Leica. The other cameras you mentioned don't share those looks but resemble the newer generation (SLR's) that made rangefinders obosolete.
What is this expensive hybrid viewfinder for? Filmcamera nostalgia?
Thank you for the video. I agree with most of your points but I still migrated to the X100VI from an X-T30 as a business traveler. I take most of my photos when I’m travelling for work and the ability to pocket this into a blazer pocket is just invaluable. I truly tried to do the same with an XT30 and a pancake and it was still too thick. The entire package fitting into a pocket is just too big of a game changer for me to go back.
My thoughts exactly. I picked up the XT30 mark2 when it first came out with 18-55 for £1100 uk. I absolutely love it. I also picked up the 35mm f2, what a combo for all situations.
I had the original X100 and really enjoyed it but eventually got frustrated by the fixed focal length.
After an LX100, RX100 1 & IV, and a Canon G5X I settled on a Sony s6000, then upgraded to an a6400. Very happy!
Love the X100 series. Bought the first one when it first came out and fell in love with Photography again. Shot many weddings with the X100F. Ridiculous to call this a point and shoot Camera.
Is there a pancake lens 2.0 for the xt30ii?
Who is this camera for? You gave some very valid examples, but to me it's for any portrait photographer who wants a specialized camera for on location strobe/flash work. Base 125 ISO, Built in ND filter, and a leaf shutter = immense flexibility for strobists.
Thank you very much, Fuji X10Vi was going to by my 1st Fuji, but after watching it I saw other models of fuji which are very similar body-size-wise, and I can have multiple lenses too.
Thank goodness for a realistic review
Great job I just held the hype at my local Camera shop and I thought about grabbing it for re-sale and then I remembered thats not me hope your doing well love you vids ,Im slowly going back to film and old school Range Finders.
You always have a great way of explaining these decisions Mark. Nice job with this video. As someone like you with several cameras I often take my Fuji X-E3 with the 27mm 2.8 over my X100v, because the X-E3 is much lighter and smaller than the x100v. I find myself using the x100v as a family snapshot camera it seems to excel at this, especially with the built-in flash. I find 23mm very boring for creative uses. If the XT bodies I feel the X-T3 has the best build quality and feel in the hand. The textures and feel of the dials is better than my other XT bodies. So I would vote X-T3 as the best budget XT to get.
I'm very pleased with my X-T30ii. Good video.
When is the next XT30 sequel expected to be released?
Thank for this. I love honest people
I LOVE my X-T30ii so much and have zero need for the X100v or VI. I want the flexibility of changing out lenses while traveling. And the beauty of it is that it's tiny and light! Here's to older cameras... the latest and greatest does give you IBIS, 40megapixels, etc. but at the end of the day if you're shooting street/documentary none of that matters. Thank you for this video!
Hi, I am a casual user and just fascinating with how the Fujifilm x100 VI look. I need a compact camera which provides a better quality than a phone. I would like to get a camera for travel. Do you think it will take good picture for northern light and different landscapes? Thanks for your advice.
Just buy the 100v
Good video about the large amount good priced lenses
Having pre-ordered an X100VI, I have had second thoughts and have cancelled my order. This video brings up some very valid points. First, it is quite expensive for what you get. Second, there are many cameras that are cheaper and just (or almost) as good. I have a Canon EOS M5. I primarily shoot stills so the video capabilities of the X100VI are not a draw. I have several lenses for the M5 including a 22mm f2. So what does the X100VI buy me? Not much. Plus, I may be too old to do photography by the time I actually take delivered of the X100VI. By the way, I also have a Canon EOS 5D Mk IV, a Roleliflex twin lens and two 4x5 cameras. Do I need more cameras?
Yes.
go xt30ii for photography with some video or hybrid shoot with xs20.i'm going xt30ii. i rather save the $400. I dont need ibis for dominant photography, dont need slightly better autofocus and slightly better battery or slightly better video quality. 4k 24p is all i need. plus if i need super smooth, i'll use better lens &/or gimbal
btw i own sony a7rv, so this is my first fuji and it fits perfect for everyday travel fun photography and some video with kit lens (18-55mm)
IBIS, ND Filter, leaf shutter and ttl flash, optical viewfinder, and fully accessible controls (non-PASM). It is anything but a point and shoot, and people who use it that way are not taking full advantage of it. It's completely wrong to call it a point and shoot.
But I think you're right about having an extra camera. My main is an X-H1, I love it but it's huge. I got lots of spare batteries, and I need IBIS for my shaky hands. It's a perfect pair for me now.
Also my first camera I spent my own money on brand new was the X100t, and this was my upgrade to that one. The IBIS was huge for me, but it all comes back to just how nice and useable the camera is.
I’m still shooting with my x100f. It doesn’t have all the latest stuff, but I love it. Great form factor. I shoot JPEG only now, which made my workflow 10x faster (upload pictures to Photos App, adjust a bit (maybe), done).
The camera is light but the bulldozer you need in order to push back walls because of the 35mm lens must be heavy. Give me a break.
Exactly, so all Leicas are crap too
Mark - I would love to see a video showing APS-C glass combined with Sony full-frame Active Stabilization. The active stabilization crops in - past the APS-C glass vignette. Should we keep buying APS-C lenses because they work well now with APS-C cameras - and we can use them with active stabilization if we ever move to full-frame? Thanks for your content - as a hobby videographer the lower cost, interesting lens choices are so helpful.
My start was and still is with X-T100 - The most casual Fuji (and at the time of me buying camera, the only Fuji that was reasonably priced I could get my hands on). It is enough and it is fun
I'm a Canon shooter and got tired of waiting for my X100VI and pulled the plug on a X-T30 II this morning with the TTartistan 25 f2. X-T30 II enticed me to potentially use my Canon lenses with an adapter, but I'll keep my order in for the X100VI to compare if I ever get it.
I hope to get the X100Vl, but credit this video for really making sense.
I think the Fujifilm X100VI is a fantastic, beautiful camera for those needing it, but I have the Fujifilm XT4 and I love the fact I can change lenses if I need to at a later date.
The XT5 is a slightly larger x100vi with interchangeable lenses. I have the x100v also and am happy with both.
I got a used X-T2 for a song and chose it over the X-T3 because it was the last model still made in Japan. Use a Fujinon 25mm lens and it's an absolute workhorse and I love it.
I think the X-S10 with IBIS (body only retails at the exact same price at your affiliate link seller) would be my choice over the X-T30 II
My XS10 did not hold up to a year of daily use. It's off for repairs.
The PASM controls absolutely kills that camera for me.
The x100vi does have the in body stabilization. The x100vi has an optical viewfinder. None of your alternatives has that. The closest is the xpro3 with a 23/f2 and this setup would be $2600.
I ordered the x100vi to be used as a backup and for times when I just want one camera in my pocket and an iPhone won’t do.
Fully agree with you. Not forgetting the resolution increase.
That’s the way I look at it.. a nice second camera to go with my X-S20 which is better for video and wildlife
First reasonable take I've seen on this topic haha. Pros and cons explained clearly and offering some solid alternatives. I love my x100vi. I spent a year trying to find a reasonably priced used V here in Canada and had no luck. Even now there are marketplace listings for used x100v's only 300 less than the brand new vi. Obvious choice for me but I completely agree that someone just getting into photography would benefit more from an interchangeable lens body. Great video!
Problem is that the X100V and VI have a 23mm 2.0 lens. Which is not available for the other Fuji cameras. You‘re either stuck with 23mm which is rather large or the 27mm pancake which still is a f2.8 lens and is 4mm longer in focal length which gives it a completely different look and feel.
Hi - What’s your opinion on the XE series particularly the XE4?
Brilliant. Compact, interchangeable lenses, all the camera assets ever needed, specially if the street us your photographic venue. Mate the XE4 with a 33mm f1,4 Fujinon and remind yourself its all about the lens - he camera is simply a box that collects light. Sexiness, IBS, weather sealing - forget it. Absolutely irelevant!
Thanks so much for replying. I’ve been shooting with an. XE1 since she came out and she’s a bit battered & bruised now 😂 Street is my go to, love the ‘film’ aspect. I have a few lenses and also shoot abstract artistic .