Oh man, I’ve had my xPro-2 for about 8 months and it’s already become my absolute favorite! My paid client work is still done with my Sony kit, but when I create for myself or reach for an EDC camp, it’s always my xPro-2!
Never owned an x-pro, but the funny parallel I’ve noticed is that I seem to prefer the photos out of the x100f more than the v and vi. Something about the older sensors!
Following retirement, after a lifetime of shooting with Nikon, Contax, Hasselblad and a 4x5 Wisner, I sold it all and bought my Fujifilm X-Pro2. I use 35mm, 23mm and 16mm lenses. I lost my interest in using telephoto lenses several years ago. At any rate, I absolutely love the X-Pro2. Easier to haul around than my previous kits. In fact, it is quite liberating. I don't even have a zoom lens, preferring to let my legs to the "zooming." Meanwhile, I have been a Framelines member for a year or so and appreciate all you guys do. Cheers! Onward and upward
The biggest selling point of the X-Pro2 and X-Pro3 is that they’re the only interchangeable-lens cameras with an OVF. Aside from these, only the fixed-lens X100 series cameras offer an OVF. An OVF is especially useful for shooting in low light with flash because it lets you compose and focus based on what you can see naturally, rather than relying on an EVF that can appear too dark in low-light settings.
@@frame-lines Wow! Thanks a million! I'm so glad to hear that. If there's any chance to collaborate with you someday, let me know. It'd be thrilling for me.
Got my X-Pro2 used with very low shutter not long after release. Well used now with some battle scars and still going strong with the 23 f2, 35 f2 & 16 f1.4. Love it!
The magnification for the 50mm equivalent focal length was one the best things about the X-Pro2. A 50mm indeed does feel wide enough when one isn’t dealing with a narrow depth of field. I wish i never sold mine and, maybe after this video I’ll pick it up again.
I upgraded from the X-Pro1 to the X-Pro2 in 2018, and never felt the need to upgrade to a newer model (I do also have an X100F). I love the hybrid viewfinder, and the 35/1.4 (which I originally bought with the "1") is great with this camera. Looking at current X-Pro2 prices, I probably should have bought a spare!
I run with a couple of Xpro 1’s and love them, never moved up to the 2 and missed out on the 3 but pleased I did given the quality issues. Still love the colours coming out of the Xpro1’s. Loving your videos, subbed.
I was using an X-Pro2 while I waited for Leica to make a digital rangefinder that I liked. When Leica finally produced the Leica M10, I bought one. I used a 21/35/90mm lens kit on my M10. However, I really prefer using my X-Pro2 with 16/23/56mm lenses.
@@frame-lines At first, I tried using adapted 55mm f/3.5 macro and the 50mm f/1.4 Nikkor lenses on my X-Pro1 and X-Pro2 bodies for shooting half-length portraits, head & shoulder portraits, photojournalism, documentary, and street photography. These lenses delivered great image quality but manual focusing was too slow and too inaccurate for my tastes. The auto focus Fujinon 56mm f/1.2 provided the image quality and operational ergonomics that I needed.
35mm f2 and similar lenses were really built for the X-Pro2 - hence why they taper off to leave ample viewing space in the OVF. The 35mm 1.4 was released alongside the X-Pro1.
I love the colors you’re getting out of this! Unreal! Planning to buy an xpro 2 soon. Are these photos made with a film recipe or edited on Lightroom? Do share!
I'm a couple of months into owning an Xpro-2 and absolutely loving it. £705 in very good nick felt like a bargain on Ebay. I moved from the XT20 and still finding it all a bit weird using the OVF - feels like EVF is the 'training wheels' while OVF is the hardcore setting. Off to Porto tomorrow for a few days so maybe i'll challenge myself to a day of only OVF...
It's the loveliest block of vintage cheddar ever made! It feels like a slimmed down brick to me, but in the nicest possible way. ;-) I have several other Fuji cameras (X-T5, X-H1, X-M1) that are all marvellous for the particular uses I put them to ... but the X-Pro2 is always the one that beckons me to pick it up and go for a walk. For events I often take it and the X-H1 - they have the same innards to a large extent, but occasionally the X-H1 IBIS comes in handy. I have a thumb grip plugged into the hotshoe, which with my small hands makes one-handed shots really easy.
@@frame-lines Black camera, red thumb-grip - snazzy! Favourites lenses on this camera (b/c I can't do just one) - Samyang 75mm f/1.8 AF, TTArtisan 35mm f/0.95 MF, Laowa 25mm f/0.95 MF. The mood and colour from the Laowa is other-worldly. And yes, the shutter sound ...
Wow this autumn 🍁 colors coming out great and so pleasing with this sensor .. definitely xtrans 3 sensor is quite holding to this modern time ..By the way are this all raw photos or with custom film simulation?
Love my xpro 2 but it wasn't getting much use as i have other gear i prefer so decided to give yhe xpro 2 a new lease of life it now sports an 850nm black n white IR sensor and is now a constant im my bag of tricks.
OMG! I've been owning X-Pro2 for the past few years. And this is my most favourite camera I've ever had (after Canon, Sony of various kinds APS-C & Full Frame). This one is just phenomenal in terms of image quality, rendition, and picture size (24mpx is just that sweet spot I need). And I switched to JPGs only - because the colours are so wonderful that I don't really need RAW. I have it paired with Fujinon 35/1.4 - it has to be paired with this lens in order to reveal the full potential of its X-Trans sensors gen2. I shoot almost daily also with my medium format GFX50R and to be honest... I prefer the images from X-Pro2 - they are more organic, softer. Not sterile like on GFX system. It's true what "they say" - X-Trans sensors gen1&2 are the most beautiful in Fujifilm history.
This is such a beautiful camera. I also have the xt2, which produces the same results, but it feels different. Technically the better camera, but it doesn't give you the same feeling as the x-pro2. The biggest difference is the pricing. It's the fight between heart and head😉
I just saw the thumbnail and was thinking, which camera is so fun? and then its the Xpro2 (of course). I moved from XH-1 to X100V, then sold it and bought an Xpro2 graphite edition with the 23mm f2, and I arrived. I love the way it looks, I love the size, the JPEGs if I dont want to bother editing. Xpro-2 and a fix is everything you need for street/candid stuff in my opinion.
what's with autofocus? my x-t3 is either broken again or it's my 18-55 lens which used to have much more decent AF but now it's barely usable (I'm blaming firmware update but idk for sure)
I sold my Q2 M. Needed the cash and then went back to the Xpro2 graphite. 2nd time I e owned it. Love the jpegs and good thing about Fuji jpegs is that you can edit them very well. So no need to worry about not changing to raw.
Just the best camera. I bought an M10 and expected that I'd get rid of my Xpro 2. Over a year later, I still have the Xpro2, and am considering selling the M10.
It really is the best of the x-pros. And the best of the OVF Fuji’s, if 23mm isn’t your desert island focal length. When they discontinued it, I had to immediately buy a second one. (hard to justify at the time, but no regrets now) XF 35f2 on one XF 18f2 (no hood) on the other. OVF is perfect for these focal lengths, at the two magnifications available. I was inspired when I saw David Hurn sporting two x-pros (possibly x-pro1s possibly 2s) with these two fixed focal length attached to each. (on youtube doc film).
Definitely going to pick this guy up as my backup/second body in 2025. Best apsc body for photo only travel/street ever, imo. I want to pair an xpro+28eq and m240+50 for the ultimate dual carry kit. Can't see 28 lines for shit with my cartoon villain level thick glasses.
Had one for a couple of months, did documentary photography in Africa with it and it was a great experience. Back home, it just wasn't as performant as my X-T4 in low-light/focus and I mainly shoot concerts so yeah... Exchanged it for a Leica M4 and wouldn't go back!
Love mine. Wouldnt sell it despite having a xt5/x100Vi. You should check out the grips you can get for them. Improves the handling even more for the larger hands.
@@frame-lines Had the same question - but can't find any "bellows sling" in the web. Also Bellroy doesn't have that bag in program... Could you tell us wich model it is?
One thing i would say about the battery life, ditch the fuji charger and get the Nitecore FX1 charger, i found it much better and my batteries last longer now,
X-Pro 2 is such a great camera. I've owned the 2 and the 3 multiple time at that point. Never had the chance to try the 40MP BSI CMOS sensor from the XT-5. Do you see a huge difference in files quality when compairing with the xpro ?
Purchased my first X-Pro-2 in 2017. Loved it... at first. Just never got used to the fiddly ISO/Shutter Speed combo-dial. Tried setting the Shutter Speed on "A", but I hated that even more. Someone suggested Auto-ISO, but being a "purist", that was a no-go. So I sold it and got a Canon R6... and I hated it. So off I went to KEH looking for a trade, and what do they have?... An X-Pro-2 special edition (mint) in grey with matching 23 f/2. Got it plus a 14 /f2.8 and 35 f/2, even swap. I've found peace with Auto ISO, and I'm loving the X-Pro-2 and my photography again.
I primarily use a Canon R3 and Nikon F2 but I've been toying with the idea of buying an X-Pro 2. Was waiting for the price to drop a bit. After this video I guess I'll be waiting longer 😅
I have and love the X-Pro2. I recommend that you check out the Lens Mate thumbgrip specifically made for this camera. It is rather pricey, but after using it, you will not be able to NOT use it... it improves the ergonomics dramatically.
well uh... I watched your first videoa bout the X-Pro 2 a couple of weeks ago... ... now I have an X-Pro 2 in shipping (paid 750€ for it, about £630) ... and now this video releases. It's been a while since I had this great of a timing honestly (actually the last time was when I recieved my 300€ X100S and Mattias Burling released a video about the "best bargain X100" (being the S) the following day)
Never managed to find a good deal on an X-Pro2 but did get the 3 Xmas 2022 and it's barely left my hand. Even with the Q2 in my bag I seem to always opt for the X-Pro3 with the 18mm f/2, so much so I'm questioning why I'm keeping the Q2, all goes back to Samuel Lintaro's video where he complains about the WB, as someone who shoots 99% jpeg it's been a dealbreaker. As usual great video guys, sorry for the waffling! :D
I bought my X-Pro2 brand new back in 2019. Had absolutely no interest in the X-Pro 3. It’s still my go-to camera with the Fujicrons. A joy to pick up and use. The tactile experience is as good as the images it takes.
@@frame-lines Oh and BTW I picked mine up from Fujifilm direct just after the launch of the X-Pro3 when they were clearing down stock of the X-Pro2. Cost me just £600 body only. It's nice to see that I apparently bought an appreciating asset that I also appreciate for its aesthetics, the image-making experience and capabilities
The logic is Fuji develops a new sensor. Then they place the sensor in different bodies. You then get to select the body form that appeals to you. In addition, the XPRO and X100 bodies have the special EVF so many photographers love. It costs more to manufacture. Don’t like the EVF try another body style like the XE line. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
I couldn’t agree more. Sold all my Fuji stuff a year ago. Went Leica all the way for personal work. I’ve used all X-Pros, all X-Ts (up to 5) and most X-Hs and GFXs. Yet, the X-Pro2 is the only Fuji I miss every now and then. Can’t believe how Fuji screwed up it’s release calendar and model line-up. Few tips for the X-Pro4 (should that ever come). Use the 26MP sensor and the bigger battery, IBIS would be nice. Drop all video stuff. Just a fixed LCD or the one of the X100V/VI. Also use that ISO/SS dial. Re-implement the dual mag OVF. The OVF and LCD in the X-Pro3 were such a mistake. Just a 3.69MP EVF is fine. Lose the D-Pad (X-E4-style) and get a better joy-stick. That’s it. As for lenses. For a one-lens kit, use the 35/f2. For a two-lens kit the 23/f2 and 50/f2 are great and a three lens kit is the 16/f2.8, the 35/f2 and the 50/f2. That’s all you need for a great street set.
@@frame-lines Yes, I did combined wit the X-Pro1, X-T1 and X-T2. AF is slow and a bit loud, but the lens has character. It’s pretty sharp in the centre, but gets softer towards the edges and corners. It also suffers from CA and vignetting, but easy to correct. It renders nicely and is a touch warmer than the newer Fuji lenses. The 35/f1.4 has a nice transition to out-of-focus and softer bokeh than the newer lenses. The 35/f2 and the 33/f1.4 are sharper, faster to focus, easier to handle, but also lack a bit character. The 33/f1.4 has nice bokeh for a 33mm, but it’s a bit harsher and more defined compared to the old lens.
@@frame-linesGreat video Josh as always. Concerning the 35mm lenses, I firstly used the 35 1.4 and never really loved the lens. It was too noisy, AF was really bad on my copy wiht a lot of missed shots and I personally not loved the colors. I switched to 35 f2, it is a real little gem, but I was missing the 1.4 and the image quality. I upgraded to the 33 14 and I am really happy now, it is the a super lens along wiht my 23 1.4 LM.
What took you so long on the XPRO2? It's my main camera for years, never selling it and I always carry 2 extra back up battery for all day photography with 3,000 shot memory capacity. I use the EVF 95% of the time on my left eye, it just feels so natural to use this camera. I carry and use both a 23mm for indoor and landscape and the cheap 50-200mm WR lens for outdoor street and landscape zoom; so easy to get reach and great shots and still not so big. My wish list for a future camera , is this same Xpro2 body with 60Mp+ or 100Mp+ preferably. Knowing Fuji they won't.
I also picked up an X-Pro2 this year and I really feel like it might be Fuji's best camera, the epitome of their design philosophy and the perfect blending of style and function. I tried out a Nikon ZF recently and shockingly its autofocus missed more street shots than my X-Pro2??
I bought my first FujiFilm camera last week and after some research finally decided on the X-Pro2.. Only got my first lens for it today so haven’t really gotten to try it properly yet.. Maybe tomorrow.. I have not gotten my phone to connect to the camera wifi yet.. Always get a notification saying “unable to connect”.. Any tips anyone? The phone is an iPhone 16 pro max… Anyway, cannot wait to start taking pictures with this beauty!
Just got rid of X-Pro2 for a Leica Q (again); now missing the x-pro 🤦♂️. Damn it where will it all end……. Bankrupt 😂. Now need a Q3 43. I’ll start working on the missus 🙄🙄
You will have to wait. The XPRO2 is a cult camera. The price may never come down to your price range. Either you accept that or you never pull the trigger. While you are awaiting the price drop or a bargain to fall into your hands you are missing out on the XPRO experience. Consider purchasing the XPRO at this price level. If you don’t like the XPRO performance or experience, sell it. There will be little to no loss in the price. It is so easy for me to spend other people’s money. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Need more cheesy jokes 🙂
Yes!!
Why did the photographer get drunk?
- he took too many shots!
@@stayuntilforever 🤦♂
Great video, I truly believe the Xpro2 is one of Fuji's best, it is my go-to camera. Thanks for sharing!!
Haha it’s great eh - cheers Tony
I’ve had mine since it first came out and it IS my daily camera. And I’m a pro! I’ve used it on some paid shoots as well. Such a great camera.
Nice one - love that. The IQ still holds up for sure
The Fuji XPRO 2 is a beast. I have the Fuji XPRO 2 as a picture profile on my Nikon D5500 and I absolutely love it
I love my X-Pro 2
It’s great isn’t it
@@frame-lines yes, I use mostly the 23mm f/2
I got recommended this video, but I love my Xpro-2! I got it on release and has been with me ever since.
Haha UA-cam knows what you like 💛🙌
Release from prison?
Great photos as always Josh. Autumn suits your style. I’m a fan.
I just spend the week using a xpro-1 ... so bloody good.
I tried that but found it just a tad too slow...
Oh man, I’ve had my xPro-2 for about 8 months and it’s already become my absolute favorite!
My paid client work is still done with my Sony kit, but when I create for myself or reach for an EDC camp, it’s always my xPro-2!
ha yeah that's it isn't it - it's such a fun camera for personal work
Good to see you both, great photos. 🍂
Thank you 🥰
My favourite bit of these videos is always Josh's varied levels of self conscious "goodbyes" 😂😂😂
Honestly it means a lot that you watch the videos for that long
goodbyeeeeeeeee
Beautiful colours!
I watch every YT video that features this great camera😊
Love that - thanks for watching this one
Never owned an x-pro, but the funny parallel I’ve noticed is that I seem to prefer the photos out of the x100f more than the v and vi. Something about the older sensors!
Strange isn't it - same here
Following retirement, after a lifetime of shooting with Nikon, Contax, Hasselblad and a 4x5 Wisner, I sold it all and bought my Fujifilm X-Pro2. I use 35mm, 23mm and 16mm lenses. I lost my interest in using telephoto lenses several years ago. At any rate, I absolutely love the X-Pro2. Easier to haul around than my previous kits. In fact, it is quite liberating. I don't even have a zoom lens, preferring to let my legs to the "zooming."
Meanwhile, I have been a Framelines member for a year or so and appreciate all you guys do. Cheers! Onward and upward
Absolutely love that - thanks so much David
Great video, photos, and camera. The light and colors you’re getting are awesome.
Thank you Alex ❤️
The biggest selling point of the X-Pro2 and X-Pro3 is that they’re the only interchangeable-lens cameras with an OVF. Aside from these, only the fixed-lens X100 series cameras offer an OVF. An OVF is especially useful for shooting in low light with flash because it lets you compose and focus based on what you can see naturally, rather than relying on an EVF that can appear too dark in low-light settings.
I’ve been using an xpro2 for about 6/7 years… almost since the beginning of my journey and couldn’t have a better companion.
haha yes, enjoyed seeing you use it on video!! So good man
@@frame-lines Wow! Thanks a million! I'm so glad to hear that. If there's any chance to collaborate with you someday, let me know. It'd be thrilling for me.
Got my X-Pro2 used with very low shutter not long after release. Well used now with some battle scars and still going strong with the 23 f2, 35 f2 & 16 f1.4. Love it!
Love the personality and humor. subbed.
x-pro2 is life 💜
💛🙌
The magnification for the 50mm equivalent focal length was one the best things about the X-Pro2. A 50mm indeed does feel wide enough when one isn’t dealing with a narrow depth of field. I wish i never sold mine and, maybe after this video I’ll pick it up again.
It’s so well implemented isn’t it - hopefully it doesn’t cost too much the next time 😅
Bought mine when Shane posted his video, never looked back 😁
I upgraded from the X-Pro1 to the X-Pro2 in 2018, and never felt the need to upgrade to a newer model (I do also have an X100F). I love the hybrid viewfinder, and the 35/1.4 (which I originally bought with the "1") is great with this camera. Looking at current X-Pro2 prices, I probably should have bought a spare!
I run with a couple of Xpro 1’s and love them, never moved up to the 2 and missed out on the 3 but pleased I did given the quality issues. Still love the colours coming out of the Xpro1’s. Loving your videos, subbed.
Love this
Thank you
Those are absolutely beautiful photographs that you’ve taken 😊
Really appreciate that thank you ☺️
I was using an X-Pro2 while I waited for Leica to make a digital rangefinder that I liked. When Leica finally produced the Leica M10, I bought one. I used a 21/35/90mm lens kit on my M10.
However, I really prefer using my X-Pro2 with 16/23/56mm lenses.
good combo, how do you find the xpro with the 56mm?
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At first, I tried using adapted 55mm f/3.5 macro and the 50mm f/1.4 Nikkor lenses on my X-Pro1 and X-Pro2 bodies for shooting half-length portraits, head & shoulder portraits, photojournalism, documentary, and street photography. These lenses delivered great image quality but manual focusing was too slow and too inaccurate for my tastes. The auto focus Fujinon 56mm f/1.2 provided the image quality and operational ergonomics that I needed.
ah, i just bought one and it arrived today. Very pleasing block of cheddar
Adding the after market thumb rest that pops into the cold shoe is a game changer!
Great video and well edited
Much appreciated thank you
35mm f2 and similar lenses were really built for the X-Pro2 - hence why they taper off to leave ample viewing space in the OVF. The 35mm 1.4 was released alongside the X-Pro1.
Yes I realised that was the case as soon as I said it! Cheers 💛🙌
Love the X-Pro 2. It is my daily carry. I swap it out with my X-E2s sometimes, but mainly for travel.
Such a great travel combo
Excellent. The book is now open on how long the XPRO2 stays in your bag before you tire of it.
😅😅
I love the colors you’re getting out of this! Unreal! Planning to buy an xpro 2 soon. Are these photos made with a film recipe or edited on Lightroom? Do share!
Lovely, it does seems like a first choice for many street photographers! Curious why you didn't stick with the X-T50 ?
Kudos josh awesome purchase its one of my dream cameras great 😸 anyday and happy Sunday...price u got is great
Haha it’s so fun - and yeah the price wasn’t too bad either - cheers pal
my absolute favorite camera! #xpro2gang
haha nice one Francis
I was fortunate enough to pick up a X-Pro2 in graphite edition + 23mm f/2 in graphite as well :) Beautiful camera and it's so fun!
Nice one - really wanted a graphite one but couldn’t find it
I'm a couple of months into owning an Xpro-2 and absolutely loving it. £705 in very good nick felt like a bargain on Ebay. I moved from the XT20 and still finding it all a bit weird using the OVF - feels like EVF is the 'training wheels' while OVF is the hardcore setting. Off to Porto tomorrow for a few days so maybe i'll challenge myself to a day of only OVF...
enjoy porto - I am a bit jealous.
It's the loveliest block of vintage cheddar ever made! It feels like a slimmed down brick to me, but in the nicest possible way. ;-) I have several other Fuji cameras (X-T5, X-H1, X-M1) that are all marvellous for the particular uses I put them to ... but the X-Pro2 is always the one that beckons me to pick it up and go for a walk. For events I often take it and the X-H1 - they have the same innards to a large extent, but occasionally the X-H1 IBIS comes in handy. I have a thumb grip plugged into the hotshoe, which with my small hands makes one-handed shots really easy.
ha yes I agree - deffo looking into a thumgrip too - cheers pal
@@frame-lines Black camera, red thumb-grip - snazzy! Favourites lenses on this camera (b/c I can't do just one) - Samyang 75mm f/1.8 AF, TTArtisan 35mm f/0.95 MF, Laowa 25mm f/0.95 MF. The mood and colour from the Laowa is other-worldly. And yes, the shutter sound ...
Wow this autumn 🍁 colors coming out great and so pleasing with this sensor .. definitely xtrans 3 sensor is quite holding to this modern time ..By the way are this all raw photos or with custom film simulation?
Haha yeah so autumnal - most of these are raw edited in LR ! I do sometimes use astia as a base edit though 💛🙌
Love my xpro 2 but it wasn't getting much use as i have other gear i prefer so decided to give yhe xpro 2 a new lease of life it now sports an 850nm black n white IR sensor and is now a constant im my bag of tricks.
My first camera also with the 35f2, love it!
It’s a great lens
Beautiful camera and frames!
Wow I love the colors. What film sim did you use on these? Or did you shoot raw?
Raw for these! Cheers
I owned the XPro3 three times and went back to the XPro2. Definitely the sweet spot.
Haha wow
OMG! I've been owning X-Pro2 for the past few years. And this is my most favourite camera I've ever had (after Canon, Sony of various kinds APS-C & Full Frame). This one is just phenomenal in terms of image quality, rendition, and picture size (24mpx is just that sweet spot I need). And I switched to JPGs only - because the colours are so wonderful that I don't really need RAW. I have it paired with Fujinon 35/1.4 - it has to be paired with this lens in order to reveal the full potential of its X-Trans sensors gen2. I shoot almost daily also with my medium format GFX50R and to be honest... I prefer the images from X-Pro2 - they are more organic, softer. Not sterile like on GFX system. It's true what "they say" - X-Trans sensors gen1&2 are the most beautiful in Fujifilm history.
Haha the sensor is lovely for sure - cheers ❤️
Nice one - I have the same set up but with the 33mm 1.4... I've wanted to sell it but never do. When are the photowalks happening?
ha that's a great lens - the photowalks are all publicized on the patreon / discord
How would you say it handles compared with the X100 series? Thanks for the video, Josh - nice one.
I guess it's super similar, just lots more options with lenses. I would probably prefer an X100 if I didnt love changing lenses so much
This is such a beautiful camera. I also have the xt2, which produces the same results, but it feels different. Technically the better camera, but it doesn't give you the same feeling as the x-pro2. The biggest difference is the pricing. It's the fight between heart and head😉
Yes shooting experience is a big thing in itself
Do you use only the ovf or also the evf ? If you had to choose one lens for this camera which did you prefer till now the 23 or the 35mm ?
I mainly only use the OVF tbh... and if I had to chose, I genuinely dont think I could.. sorry 😅
Josh all bromance hugs should be shown
haha ok fine, next time 😅
really just commenting for the cheese
thank you, for the cheese
haha you know it
I had both the x-pro 3 and x-pro 2 and really regretted upgrading to the x-pro 3
Can you articulate why the regret?
Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
Had the xpro3 for a bit of time before I sold it. Missed it. Bought an xpro2 now I wait for it to arrive. So ready to shoot with Fuji again
Nice one, enjoy!
@ which film sim do you use as your base ?
I just saw the thumbnail and was thinking, which camera is so fun? and then its the Xpro2 (of course). I moved from XH-1 to X100V, then sold it and bought an Xpro2 graphite edition with the 23mm f2, and I arrived. I love the way it looks, I love the size, the JPEGs if I dont want to bother editing. Xpro-2 and a fix is everything you need for street/candid stuff in my opinion.
Jealous of the graphite edition, tried quite hard to find one but no joy
what's with autofocus? my x-t3 is either broken again or it's my 18-55 lens which used to have much more decent AF but now it's barely usable (I'm blaming firmware update but idk for sure)
Works great for me
I sold my Q2 M. Needed the cash and then went back to the Xpro2 graphite. 2nd time I e owned it. Love the jpegs and good thing about Fuji jpegs is that you can edit them very well. So no need to worry about not changing to raw.
I really wanted the graphite one but couldn't find one - looks so nice
@ lol maybe I got the last one from MPB 😂
Just the best camera. I bought an M10 and expected that I'd get rid of my Xpro 2. Over a year later, I still have the Xpro2, and am considering selling the M10.
haha excellent - nice one Luke
It really is the best of the x-pros. And the best of the OVF Fuji’s, if 23mm isn’t your desert island focal length. When they discontinued it, I had to immediately buy a second one. (hard to justify at the time, but no regrets now) XF 35f2 on one XF 18f2 (no hood) on the other. OVF is perfect for these focal lengths, at the two magnifications available. I was inspired when I saw David Hurn sporting two x-pros (possibly x-pro1s possibly 2s) with these two fixed focal length attached to each. (on youtube doc film).
28mm and 50 full frame is perfect compans everywhere
Oh I need to check out that video - thank you
@@frame-lines Search for "David Hurn A Life in Pictures" (not on youtube but on another platform)
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As someone from Wisconsin in the states, using a cheese to describe the ergonomics was really useful.
So glad to hear that 🧀🪤
Definitely going to pick this guy up as my backup/second body in 2025. Best apsc body for photo only travel/street ever, imo. I want to pair an xpro+28eq and m240+50 for the ultimate dual carry kit. Can't see 28 lines for shit with my cartoon villain level thick glasses.
Yes I agree - for stills / travel it’s so good. Which 28mm lens would you go for?
@frame-lines The Voigtlander 18/2.8 Color Skopar. Near pancake, and with that perfect Voigtlander build/handling 👌
A few years ago there was a big issue of Fuji raw images making "worm artifacts" when sharpening in Lightroom. Is this still an issue?
Had one for a couple of months, did documentary photography in Africa with it and it was a great experience. Back home, it just wasn't as performant as my X-T4 in low-light/focus and I mainly shoot concerts so yeah... Exchanged it for a Leica M4 and wouldn't go back!
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Love mine. Wouldnt sell it despite having a xt5/x100Vi. You should check out the grips you can get for them. Improves the handling even more for the larger hands.
Yes I have a used one on the way from MPB! Arrives tomorrow
Very helpful video! thank you! also may I ask which messenger bag you have? I've been restlessly searching for one for quite some time.. thanks again!
Ah yes it’s the bellows sling, cheers 💛🙌
@@frame-lines Had the same question - but can't find any "bellows sling" in the web. Also Bellroy doesn't have that bag in program... Could you tell us wich model it is?
Found it - its the bellroy "Venture Sling 6L"
@@jensik100 Thank you so much
One thing i would say about the battery life, ditch the fuji charger and get the Nitecore FX1 charger, i found it much better and my batteries last longer now,
Oh really - I will deffo check that out, thank you
Josh, what recipe(s) do you use?
X-Pro 2 is such a great camera. I've owned the 2 and the 3 multiple time at that point. Never had the chance to try the 40MP BSI CMOS sensor from the XT-5. Do you see a huge difference in files quality when compairing with the xpro ?
yeah there is a noticeable jump in detail and the new film sims on the XT5 are great, I love nostalgic neg.
Purchased my first X-Pro-2 in 2017. Loved it... at first. Just never got used to the fiddly ISO/Shutter Speed combo-dial. Tried setting the Shutter Speed on "A", but I hated that even more. Someone suggested Auto-ISO, but being a "purist", that was a no-go. So I sold it and got a Canon R6... and I hated it. So off I went to KEH looking for a trade, and what do they have?... An X-Pro-2 special edition (mint) in grey with matching 23 f/2. Got it plus a 14 /f2.8 and 35 f/2, even swap. I've found peace with Auto ISO, and I'm loving the X-Pro-2 and my photography again.
Haha love it
Love my X-pro 2. I think the 35mm f2 came out at the same time as that camera, the 35mm f1.4 came out with the X-pro 1
Ah yes I realized that as soon as I said it - cheers pal
Never shot an X-Pro series camera, but they do look like fun to use. One day, maybe when the price is less crazy!
super fun for sure
This camera is good and its insane considering its half the price of an x-e4! The pro 4 will probably be 2000 bucks so the prices will never go down.
It’s a great camera. The prices now are very high for sure
I primarily use a Canon R3 and Nikon F2 but I've been toying with the idea of buying an X-Pro 2. Was waiting for the price to drop a bit. After this video I guess I'll be waiting longer 😅
haha oh dear sorry 😅
May I know what recipe you used here please?
Raw edited in LR 💛🙌
Really cool…
Patiently waiting for the x pro4 that's hopefully coming next year
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I have and love the X-Pro2. I recommend that you check out the Lens Mate thumbgrip specifically made for this camera. It is rather pricey, but after using it, you will not be able to NOT use it... it improves the ergonomics dramatically.
I’ll definitely check that out thank you ☺️
just sold my third xpro2
Haha yes
well uh...
I watched your first videoa bout the X-Pro 2 a couple of weeks ago...
... now I have an X-Pro 2 in shipping (paid 750€ for it, about £630)
... and now this video releases.
It's been a while since I had this great of a timing honestly (actually the last time was when I recieved my 300€ X100S and Mattias Burling released a video about the "best bargain X100" (being the S) the following day)
Xpro 2 feels great in the hand
Agreed
Never managed to find a good deal on an X-Pro2 but did get the 3 Xmas 2022 and it's barely left my hand. Even with the Q2 in my bag I seem to always opt for the X-Pro3 with the 18mm f/2, so much so I'm questioning why I'm keeping the Q2, all goes back to Samuel Lintaro's video where he complains about the WB, as someone who shoots 99% jpeg it's been a dealbreaker.
As usual great video guys, sorry for the waffling! :D
Setting the WB manually has killed any issues at all for me, how do you find the 18mm F2?
Hmm on MPB the cheapes one is 909 Eur! And they start at 1024 Eur. Crazy for such an old camera, but I guess it must be good 🙂
I bought my X-Pro2 brand new back in 2019. Had absolutely no interest in the X-Pro 3. It’s still my go-to camera with the Fujicrons. A joy to pick up and use. The tactile experience is as good as the images it takes.
Love that - cheers!
@@frame-lines Oh and BTW I picked mine up from Fujifilm direct just after the launch of the X-Pro3 when they were clearing down stock of the X-Pro2. Cost me just £600 body only. It's nice to see that I apparently bought an appreciating asset that I also appreciate for its aesthetics, the image-making experience and capabilities
thanks for the effort and sharing. i am an appreciative subscriber. i use the X-T1 and X-T2 and i cannot see the logic in the Xpro2. ymmv. thumbs up.
The logic is Fuji develops a new sensor. Then they place the sensor in different bodies. You then get to select the body form that appeals to you. In addition, the XPRO and X100 bodies have the special EVF so many photographers love. It costs more to manufacture. Don’t like the EVF try another body style like the XE line.
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I couldn’t agree more. Sold all my Fuji stuff a year ago. Went Leica all the way for personal work. I’ve used all X-Pros, all X-Ts (up to 5) and most X-Hs and GFXs. Yet, the X-Pro2 is the only Fuji I miss every now and then. Can’t believe how Fuji screwed up it’s release calendar and model line-up.
Few tips for the X-Pro4 (should that ever come). Use the 26MP sensor and the bigger battery, IBIS would be nice. Drop all video stuff. Just a fixed LCD or the one of the X100V/VI. Also use that ISO/SS dial. Re-implement the dual mag OVF. The OVF and LCD in the X-Pro3 were such a mistake. Just a 3.69MP EVF is fine. Lose the D-Pad (X-E4-style) and get a better joy-stick. That’s it.
As for lenses. For a one-lens kit, use the 35/f2. For a two-lens kit the 23/f2 and 50/f2 are great and a three lens kit is the 16/f2.8, the 35/f2 and the 50/f2. That’s all you need for a great street set.
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Ha great shout - have you used the 35mm 1.4? I’m keen to give that a go..
@@frame-lines Yes, I did combined wit the X-Pro1, X-T1 and X-T2. AF is slow and a bit loud, but the lens has character. It’s pretty sharp in the centre, but gets softer towards the edges and corners. It also suffers from CA and vignetting, but easy to correct. It renders nicely and is a touch warmer than the newer Fuji lenses. The 35/f1.4 has a nice transition to out-of-focus and softer bokeh than the newer lenses. The 35/f2 and the 33/f1.4 are sharper, faster to focus, easier to handle, but also lack a bit character. The 33/f1.4 has nice bokeh for a 33mm, but it’s a bit harsher and more defined compared to the old lens.
@@frame-linesGreat video Josh as always. Concerning the 35mm lenses, I firstly used the 35 1.4 and never really loved the lens. It was too noisy, AF was really bad on my copy wiht a lot of missed shots and I personally not loved the colors. I switched to 35 f2, it is a real little gem, but I was missing the 1.4 and the image quality. I upgraded to the 33 14 and I am really happy now, it is the a super lens along wiht my 23 1.4 LM.
Couldn't agree more with everything you've said.
16 and 24 megapixel sensors are IMHO the best that Fuji ever produced for X series cameras.
Those sensors are lovely yeah
What took you so long on the XPRO2? It's my main camera for years, never selling it and I always carry 2 extra back up battery for all day photography with 3,000 shot memory capacity. I use the EVF 95% of the time on my left eye, it just feels so natural to use this camera. I carry and use both a 23mm for indoor and landscape and the cheap 50-200mm WR lens for outdoor street and landscape zoom; so easy to get reach and great shots and still not so big. My wish list for a future camera , is this same Xpro2 body with 60Mp+ or 100Mp+ preferably. Knowing Fuji they won't.
haha yeah I have no idea how this took me so long
And here I am, recently bought an X100S and quite frustrated as to why I sold it in 2021.
the struggle is real
I also picked up an X-Pro2 this year and I really feel like it might be Fuji's best camera, the epitome of their design philosophy and the perfect blending of style and function. I tried out a Nikon ZF recently and shockingly its autofocus missed more street shots than my X-Pro2??
haha yeah I have had zero issues with the AF - just leave it on single point, single mode all the time, works a treat
It’s the new gear effect, you take more pictures 😂
Sold most of my gear a few weeks ago and went with an X-Pro 2 myself. Paid $1000 for it and that’s the cheapest I could find. Love the camera though.
Worth it I think
No way I did the same 😅 I bought one last week and I’m shooting photos every day with it. Always in my bag
haha love it
I love mine. ❤
I bought my first FujiFilm camera last week and after some research finally decided on the X-Pro2.. Only got my first lens for it today so haven’t really gotten to try it properly yet.. Maybe tomorrow.. I have not gotten my phone to connect to the camera wifi yet.. Always get a notification saying “unable to connect”.. Any tips anyone? The phone is an iPhone 16 pro max…
Anyway, cannot wait to start taking pictures with this beauty!
Earlier this year i’ve got lucky to have new old stock xpro2 (my 2nd time purchase after last year owned 2nd hand xpro2) and will not gonna sell it ❤
good call
Just got rid of X-Pro2 for a Leica Q (again); now missing the x-pro 🤦♂️. Damn it where will it all end……. Bankrupt 😂. Now need a Q3 43. I’ll start working on the missus 🙄🙄
Haha oh dear sorry Jonathan - this video won’t help
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Pairing with some manual lens can say that it's poor man leica. That's shuttle sounds is just awesome
All about the shutter sound
nice, I got XT-5, for me no need to buy another camera. Good camera tho
Yes the XT5 is great
I always wanted an x-pro2 since around 2018, but wanted to wait for the used prices to go down. Still waiting. 😂
I think you might be waiting a while...
You will have to wait. The XPRO2 is a cult camera. The price may never come down to your price range. Either you accept that or you never pull the trigger. While you are awaiting the price drop or a bargain to fall into your hands you are missing out on the XPRO experience.
Consider purchasing the XPRO at this price level. If you don’t like the XPRO performance or experience, sell it. There will be little to no loss in the price. It is so easy for me to spend other people’s money.
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I have the special edition. Made entirely from penicillin and elastic bands.
what