The Fuji X-T5 & GR IIIx Combo.

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  • @davidblair3697
    @davidblair3697 Рік тому +24

    Really appreciate your perspective and willingness to share how you are refining your kit and the thought you put into the cameras that enable your art. I am working through a similar process and good to know the xt5 has met your needs as both a photographer and videographer. Thanks you for creating such an inspiring channel!

  • @emmetkowler
    @emmetkowler Рік тому +12

    I just returned from a trip to South Africa with an XT4, two Fuji zooms, a fast 35mm prime, and a GR II as a backup or for when carrying a full kit wasn’t possible. Found myself shooting with the Ricoh a lot more than I had anticipated!

  • @Tee.wrecks
    @Tee.wrecks Рік тому +2

    been looking for my first camera so I've been diving into way too many reviews...but its been a pleasure bumping into channels like yours. love the vids!

  • @rocketdog67ify
    @rocketdog67ify Рік тому +1

    The quality of that video was amazing. It had an emotional pull that leaves you yearning to go back to a place and time you’ve never been to.

  • @theinnocentdirector
    @theinnocentdirector Рік тому +3

    What’s the lens attachment for the Ricoh that you put on at the end of the video?
    About to pick one up for myself but I’d like to also protect the lens from dust

  • @BobbyGN268
    @BobbyGN268 Рік тому +1

    Why not get an XE4 with a 27mm 2.8 instead of the GR? It will still be small and light but you will also have the option to use X mount lenses if the XT-5 is out of order or just too big for the moment.

  • @ONEly-uc4et
    @ONEly-uc4et Рік тому +1

    Great vid - have been using the GR series for 15 years. They just keep getting better.

  • @ichristianrodriguez
    @ichristianrodriguez Рік тому

    Did a recent trip to mexico city. Not filming for a channel but I brought along a Ricoh Gr21 and 10 rolls. Pure bliss.

  • @philippesandmeier3736
    @philippesandmeier3736 Рік тому +1

    another excellent video, Faizal. Great personal insights.

  • @Nikhil-jx5dl
    @Nikhil-jx5dl Рік тому +7

    love the editing and cinematography of this vid. it totally captivated me and made all of your thoughts more enjoyable to listen to. hope i can create stuff as cool as this one day.

  • @wilfs1196
    @wilfs1196 Рік тому

    A very timely video for me , Faisal, thanks. Planning a summer riverboat cruise trip to Europe with my X-E4 or X-T4 or both , or ? Photos only, no video. Should take my Fuji 35mm f2, or 23 1.4 version II. !6-55 might be to heavy , 18-55 probably best & maybe the 70-300. Lot of walking about in August heat, but not too concerned with weight, even as a senior. Will go out the door with one camera during the day. Some of this has to stay home. 3 lens max.

  • @tomdressel5713
    @tomdressel5713 Рік тому +2

    It is always a great idea to have a quality compact as a backup. On a trip to Germany a few years ago, I had my Canon 77D with me as well as three lenses. I decided to leave my Canon G1 X at home. Well, a couple of days into my trip, my main lens (18-135) stopped working. I had to get by with a 10-22 and a 55-250. I did end up using my phone a lot, but it would have been nice to have the G1 X. I now have a G5XII that I take with me for when I want to go out without a lot of gear, or if it is needed as a backup.

  • @lorenschwiderski
    @lorenschwiderski Рік тому +13

    Your UA-cam presentations so well done, I will say, you are turning into a videographer. I do like your street stills, and those too are getting better all the time, but you are gaining an edge on street and travel by means of slicker videos. Simply my opinion, as observing trends in street and travel on UA-cam we find numerous videos, growing in numbers day by day, but those are not always wrapped in a decent presentation and video filming + editing. You evidently are spending many hours in this. I will say you are growing skills towards videographer perfection. Follow your heart. I love the street vibe, and will stick to stills Only as a kid did I use a movie camera. Street stills may be your passion as well. Just saying I noticed the well done videos of late. And doing both is cool! Take care, Loren Schwiderski

  • @bill3117
    @bill3117 Рік тому +1

    I don't often do video and but love street photography. I went minimal for a trip to Scotland with my GRIII half a year ago. Unfortunately half way through the trip, I tripped down some castle stairs and messed up the GRIII with an askew lens and the auto lens cap screwed. I need to send it in for repair, but I'm concerned the the repair cost would come close to the cost of a new one. But, I think it would make a great compliment to my XPro3. Great video! Love the camera bag!

  • @DeemsAM
    @DeemsAM Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the gear talk video. Though I am only a photography hobbyist, a recent trip to Japan made me want to dabble more into video. I started to think how can I optimize my gear for my next trip. And voila! I see your video. Appreciate you sharing your perspective!

  • @brandonbigler4033
    @brandonbigler4033 Рік тому +1

    This channel is the reason why I want to go and plan a day to go shoot some street photography.

  • @duschbrauser
    @duschbrauser Рік тому +3

    Nice video. But wouldn't the GR III with 18mm make more sense? When you have the XT5 with the 35mm, it would be great to switch immediately to the 18mm. The GR iiiX is pretty close to the 35mm lens.

    • @duschbrauser
      @duschbrauser Рік тому

      @@Photoshop240117 ich hasse Smartphones zum Fotografieren 😇

  • @mrfredbasset
    @mrfredbasset Рік тому +7

    The main thing that I love about video being in more demand, is that as a hobby photographer who doesn't shoot video. I can get a wider range of second hand cameras for a good price as the working photographers need to upgrade to keep up with the demand of video 😅

  • @alaya_shiki_1
    @alaya_shiki_1 9 місяців тому

    It's cool to see you come to this because you're the reason why I picked up a GRIIIx and I loved having it pocketed almost everywhere I go. I'm looking to replace my Nikon with a Fuji and was looking at reviews for the X-T5 and lo and behold, you're doing the same two camera combo.

  • @unalozmen526
    @unalozmen526 Рік тому

    If you’re not filming and just photographing while you’re travelling, which camera-lens would you prefer among you have used?

  • @alhOOO2O
    @alhOOO2O Рік тому +2

    You know what, I've often thought that about the first problem you posed when watching a photographer's youtube channel - are we seeing the 'best bits' of their street photography because they were filming at that moment, or do we see worse bits but the best individual photos? It's one of the reasons why I really like watching the gopro flow videos - the filming itself may not be great, but you're pretty much guaranteed that the photographer hasn't 'missed' a photo because they were filming rather than photographing!

  • @mh7711
    @mh7711 Рік тому

    For light traveling I use Ricoh Gr3x and for traveling with smaller backpack I use Canon R with 14mm ultrawide (with software crop 24mm) and 35mm 1.4 (with crop about 55mm), so i have theoretically 4 different lenses.and if I want an additional native 50mm 1.8

  • @studiodsr
    @studiodsr Рік тому +2

    Is the image quality of the xt5 that much better than the xt4? I know it has a higher pixel count but I thought that only mattered when you're zooming way in or printing enormous prints of your photos. How else is it better? Would love to get more info

  • @billyspocketlife
    @billyspocketlife Рік тому

    This issue I came across whilst in Paris, I wanted to film my photography but in the worry of missing photos I only filmed 2 clips and one just isn't good so I'm stuck to 1 but mainly after that I forgot to film so I'm looking to pickup a go pro to shove on the camera so I'll constantly be reminded that I have to film too.

  • @helencogan2187
    @helencogan2187 Рік тому +1

    Great topic…always choices to make when traveling…thank you for sharing!!

  • @wendeeisme
    @wendeeisme Рік тому +1

    this is a new tone and i like it! so you're a great videographer and photographer, to top it off, you're a funny guy! keep making good works like this!

  • @yoshiston3r
    @yoshiston3r Рік тому

    You took the words out of my mouth regarding having to jump on the video bandwagon as a still photographer. I don’t want to have to choose whether to capture still or the life movement from what I’m experiencing. I wish you had a breakdown of your xt5 set up

  • @pictorest
    @pictorest Рік тому

    Same, same,...
    Been to the states for a few weeks last summer with an 18-55mm f2.8, a 30mm f1.4 and a GRIII ... lightweight & sufficient 👍

  • @alfabravo80
    @alfabravo80 7 місяців тому

    Does anyone know what is the hood and filter array used on the Ricoh GRIIIx? Thank you 🙏.

  • @dariopicc
    @dariopicc Рік тому

    Why not pair the XT5 (for video) with X100V, that's my combo mainly.

  • @KDC_1899
    @KDC_1899 Рік тому +5

    Nothing wrong with XT4 for video, it's class!

  • @ezequielmartinez3582
    @ezequielmartinez3582 Рік тому

    why does it look like old school film video? does the fuji film recipe’s also apply to video?

  • @lordbleh
    @lordbleh Рік тому +1

    Really want a video on the sigma 18-50.
    Have been contemplating on a light and compact zoom for my xe4 and would love to see your thoughts on it, and of course more pictures haha.

  • @ThoughtFission
    @ThoughtFission Рік тому

    Wouldn't the X-H2S have been a better choice, considering your needs?

  • @AdamKozak100
    @AdamKozak100 Рік тому +3

    I like your setup a lot. The issue is that the sigma 18-50 doesn't have IS, and the kit lens does. That's a nice thing to have when shooting handheld video without a gimbal

    • @nomancave591
      @nomancave591 Рік тому +3

      IBIS though

    • @AdamKozak100
      @AdamKozak100 Рік тому

      @@nomancave591 true, it's just nice to have that extra bit of stabilization, lens+ in body

    • @dariopicc
      @dariopicc Рік тому

      @@AdamKozak100 disagree, they normally work against each other when you have both

  • @developingtank
    @developingtank Рік тому

    Struggling with the video/photo swap myself to try and make higher quality street photography vlogs. I'm currently trying to find the balance in gear and how much effort is really required in pre to make something worthwhile in post. It's hell and I feel your pain.

  • @stephanedubarry8624
    @stephanedubarry8624 Рік тому

    Ricoh announced only 200 shots with a full battery which is a réal problem : what is your experience ? Do you expand capacity if disconnecting ibis ? Thanks

  • @arexpressionsphoto
    @arexpressionsphoto Рік тому

    Love your vids. What is the limitation on x-t5 for video? 14 minutes? 20? Til battery dies?

  • @ChrisBrogan
    @ChrisBrogan 4 місяці тому

    Just seeing this video a year later. I've got the same combo, but for a different reason: lens lengths. The GRiiiX lets me not worry so much about having a zoom on, for instance.

  • @richardgil7575
    @richardgil7575 Рік тому

    I’ve been contemplating photography/filming for months now and I have no experience at all. As a novice, I’m not sure what to get for a hybrid camera. XT 5 or Sony a7iv? Worst comes I can always sell it.

  • @derrickgohkw
    @derrickgohkw Рік тому

    May i know where can get the Ricoh GR3x square hood? It’s looks cool!

  • @Rumplestiltskin7
    @Rumplestiltskin7 Рік тому

    Hey Faizal, do you prefer the rangefinder style camera over an SLR? If so why?😁

  • @Thecookiechannel
    @Thecookiechannel Рік тому

    Sorry off topic question. What size is that wotancraft camera bag? How does the X-t5 fits in there? Any room for extra lenses? Thanks.

  • @tenfourarchives
    @tenfourarchives Рік тому

    Hey Faisal :) what nd filters do you use on your lenses/do you even use them? I have found some to absolutely ruin colours

  • @joe_tographer
    @joe_tographer Рік тому

    What lenses are you taking for the fuji when you travel? Just the 50 f2?

  • @jaymills1720
    @jaymills1720 Рік тому

    Curious - any downside for just doing xt5?

  • @elliotresnick5433
    @elliotresnick5433 Рік тому

    Really nice video!! Are you choosing the Ricoh vs X100v because you prefer equivalent 50mm focal length? Do you prefer the f/2 35mm fuji vs 33mm f/1.4 based on form factor? Finally, why do you prefer the Sigma 18-50mm vs Fuji 18-55? Cheers!

  • @MichaelYoungKim
    @MichaelYoungKim Рік тому

    I always have the same issue when it comes to traveling. I love my fuji for photos but for videos I always preferred sony. I do currently own xt5 and I dont have any problem using it for video. But how would you deal with ND filter? Do you always put it on for video and take it off to take the photo?

    • @lsamoa
      @lsamoa Рік тому

      How much do you use ND filters for video though? I rarely use mine, only in extreme cases. Worst case you can just take it on and off depending on the light. Or use a VND so you can adjust?

    • @MichaelYoungKim
      @MichaelYoungKim Рік тому

      @@lsamoa i was talking about vnd. I was curious if he actually put it on for video and take it off for photos. Because thats just pain in the butt.

  • @YourFriendJeff
    @YourFriendJeff Рік тому

    when traveling, what lens do you shoot with for video?

  • @blackentrepreneur244
    @blackentrepreneur244 Рік тому

    Solid set up. I use a Fuji XT5 for photography & Sony a6400 for video (As much as i want to get rid of this camera because of the color science, i can't because its video specs are solid for my needs.)

  • @Holl.Mvrk.
    @Holl.Mvrk. Рік тому

    This is my exact kit as well. It’s soooooo good and pairs well with another. All I’m missing is an M10 now 😅

  • @UlyssesAokiPhoto
    @UlyssesAokiPhoto Рік тому +1

    now that's a juicy, 2023 photo-youtube thumbnail.

  • @jkingwhistler
    @jkingwhistler Рік тому

    Nice, thats the exact kit I have. A true pocketable camera in the GRIIIx and then the Fuji for everything else.

  • @newpower9
    @newpower9 7 місяців тому

    Can someone tell me if the color rendition of the xt3 and xt5 is different?? And what are the differences?

  • @Doc8404
    @Doc8404 Рік тому

    Very good perspective. Could you do a settings video for photo and video on the xt5?

  • @sunnyboy2880
    @sunnyboy2880 Рік тому

    Great Video ❤, which Programm are you using for your videos ?//

  • @brunooliv3ira63
    @brunooliv3ira63 Рік тому

    Bearing in mind that the size of the Fuji Xe with an F2 lens is identical to the GRIII, why not stick with just one system? Don't you think it's more productive than having three different brands?

  • @mitcha6976
    @mitcha6976 Рік тому

    Where did u purchase t-5?

  • @peterlongenecker210
    @peterlongenecker210 Рік тому

    Hi Faizal -- what is the lens hood on the Ricoh ?? Thanks.

  • @LionFeldman
    @LionFeldman Рік тому

    That Wotancraft bag really is amazing
    I've took it with me to Amsterdam this February and I was able to take with me my Sony A7III with a 35 f2 and 50 2.5 and plenty of extra space for another small lens and some accessories.
    Really liked the minimalist approach to traveling with a camera and not bringing too much stuff like most of us are usually guilty of.

  • @Lucidexplore
    @Lucidexplore Рік тому

    The bottom bracket on your XT5, do you have a link for that?

  • @Mowikan
    @Mowikan Рік тому

    I love my gr3x but with lot’s of sun it doesn’t work.

  • @alexkane1
    @alexkane1 Рік тому

    so cool! Do you think youd make Ricoh gr3 presets?

  • @VirenDHW
    @VirenDHW Рік тому

    Any one know the Lens hood brand or a link to it? I’m talking about the box one for the 35mm

  • @x7marco7x
    @x7marco7x Рік тому

    This video was fantastic. Loved the editing on the car videos. My next camera is for sure going to be an XT-5.

  • @ATreeForFive
    @ATreeForFive Рік тому +1

    Hope you enjoyed visiting Morocco
    Cheers 🇲🇦

  • @coryecker2170
    @coryecker2170 Рік тому

    This is why I bought the XT4 and Xpro3. XT4 is a great hybrid video system and Xpro3 is a great run and gun street. The downside is xpro 3 is not as pocketable as the Gr3

  • @seanms35
    @seanms35 Рік тому

    Wotancraft represent! Great quality stuff and all they’re employees are very kind. They’re shop over in Taipei is fabulous.

  • @StepsAndStoness
    @StepsAndStoness Рік тому +1

    This is a CONSTANT struggle in the moment. Thank you for this video!

  • @mistermaroon
    @mistermaroon Рік тому

    Love your content!
    I have used your setting for the Ricoh and X100V.
    Are you using the wotancraft 3.5 or 7L?

  • @raymondchen6906
    @raymondchen6906 Рік тому

    Are you having any issues with editing the IIIx files in Capture One? I recently picked up the IIIx, the raw files seemed really weird, then saw that the IIIx is not officially supported by C1 despite being in DNG format.

  • @CHRISTOPH-B
    @CHRISTOPH-B Рік тому +1

    This really is a point! I try to „solve“ this problem by mounting a GoPro on my camera, so that all essential dials and buttons are visible and it then is a mixture between first and third person POV. 🤔 Not a trivial issue for sure. Nice video though…. And nice camera. 😬😬😬

  • @ndt7692
    @ndt7692 Рік тому

    Great video, as usual, thank you!
    What lens hood are you suing on the GrIIIx?
    Many thanks!

  • @dlovisuals
    @dlovisuals Рік тому

    Legit been eying Ricoh GRIII X to compliment my Leica Q2. Having something so small like the Ricoh sounds amazing for street.

  • @helloash
    @helloash Рік тому +1

    Gear talk is good 👍 nothing to hesitate

  • @Flybeck
    @Flybeck Рік тому +7

    Wake up new Faizal vid

  • @grendizer6139
    @grendizer6139 Рік тому

    Awesome video and sound quality. Would love to know your mic and if you shoot in log + what luts

  • @aliboty
    @aliboty Рік тому

    I'm planning on upgrading my gear and was torn between the XT5 or XH2, since they're so close in price. This solve the dilemma I was having, XT5 it is! Great video!

    • @eugenehong9668
      @eugenehong9668 Рік тому +1

      Ergo on the XH2 is better than the T5, and if you like the PASM, go H2. they’re essentially the same camera

    • @aliboty
      @aliboty Рік тому +1

      @@eugenehong9668 If they're essentially the same, I may as well save the extra 250 I'd pay for the H2 and spend it on something else. Right? I'm pretty unbothered by having PSAM, doesn't make a difference if I have it or not. If the photo quality and video performance is the same/similar, it'd make sense, for me, to get the XT5.

    • @eugenehong9668
      @eugenehong9668 Рік тому +1

      @@aliboty if thats your priority, then you have made the right choice, and have enough money for another lens!

  • @kleemyberlin6444
    @kleemyberlin6444 Рік тому +1

    I´m using my iPhone for video.☺. Photos with my X Pro 3. Great video. And I hope for a speedy recovery for your back, Faizal!

  • @cleden506
    @cleden506 Рік тому

    what do u not like about x-e4 video

  • @davidgatchalian885
    @davidgatchalian885 Рік тому

    Great small kit !

  • @byjohnycli
    @byjohnycli Рік тому +2

    I care. Thank you for the video!

  • @Swingkid14
    @Swingkid14 Рік тому

    All I want is an X100 but with 35mm instead of 23mm. But until then my XE1 and 7artisans 35mm1.2 mark2 does the job well.

  • @Zarar5
    @Zarar5 Рік тому

    Hey @Faisal love the video, where did you get the square hood for your 35 f2 from?

  • @falconsensei7657
    @falconsensei7657 Рік тому

    Whoa. Just got a x-t5 yesterday and was planning a trip and to take my grIIIx and xt5 😂😂

  • @kiezkerry3
    @kiezkerry3 Рік тому

    im serious xt5 and ricoh gr3x is my dreamcombo

  • @EL_VIZUALZ
    @EL_VIZUALZ Рік тому +38

    The GR is becoming the new X100V

    • @jim_bocho
      @jim_bocho Рік тому +10

      I’d argue it always been - at least the only serious alternative in general or the smaller alternative when the X100V is too big.
      But now that the V has been so hard to get for ages and all other X100 variants creep up in price, it’s the obvious choice.

    • @falconsensei7657
      @falconsensei7657 Рік тому +5

      I do have both, but makes way more sense to pair a gr with an interchangeable lens camera than the x100v, I think

    • @EL_VIZUALZ
      @EL_VIZUALZ Рік тому +2

      @@jim_bocho I agree, what I meant was (which is what you mentioned) that because the x100v has been so hard to get this is the camera everyone seems to going for now as a smaller/ everyday camera alternative. I've been seeing it featured in so many UA-cam videos and IG post lately.

    • @injeolmi6
      @injeolmi6 Рік тому +1

      it's going to get even more expensive. :(

    • @gurugamer8632
      @gurugamer8632 Рік тому

      @@falconsensei7657 which one u prefer

  • @kevin-taber
    @kevin-taber Рік тому

    I wish there was a X70 successor. My favorite pocket camera!

  • @filterfreephotography
    @filterfreephotography Рік тому

    Nice compact travel kit. I don’t do video so I usually have one digital and one film camera when I go out. Great video, as usual!

  • @mmmnnn3978
    @mmmnnn3978 Рік тому

    Faizal, why is your site not opening? Open access to Kazakhstan please, most likely your site is not available in our region.

  • @Jeremy_Huggins
    @Jeremy_Huggins Рік тому

    hey yo, do you remember where you got your necklace? Ive been looking for somthing similar for ages!

  • @MichaelSeneschal
    @MichaelSeneschal Рік тому

    Nice. When you said film this moment, I literally thought you meant using film rather than making a video. I’ve been watching too many film YT channels lately. LOL
    I’m super curious if Ricoh’s next GR has upgraded video specs. I view a small 28mm point-and-shoot a tool to capture life’s moments, whether it’s a still or video. My dream would be a GR that does video as well as it does stills.

  • @drishtiaryaphotography
    @drishtiaryaphotography Рік тому

    I found your channel a couple of weeks ago and have enjoyed your content sooo much! Being a Boston based photographer it was so great to see scenes I remember from around the city while also learning from you. Thank you for all that you do. I would love to hear how you create/recommended settings for video - I’ve tried to use my xt5 for social video content and not had much luck

  • @carvera9496
    @carvera9496 Рік тому +2

    No there’s actually absolutely Nothing wrong with you! I had a backpack filled with options. Instead like yourself, I pulled out my Ricoh GR lllx. So I relate deeply. Aware that everything will be provided right in front of my face when I stick to a decision & trust that it will go as planned.

  • @YOUAREMYKIN
    @YOUAREMYKIN Рік тому +2

    Really enjoyed this Faizal! It’d be great to see your take (review) of the Sigma 18-50 zoom! Even if it’s a chat w a bunch of your photos. Most reviews out are not artistic-like yours would be 😁 Loved your Morocco episode btw!

  • @fredschmidt8609
    @fredschmidt8609 Рік тому

    My solution was to get a X-T1 with the OG 27mm to pair with my X-T5 and the 35mmF2 or 18mm 1.4.

  • @Reggiebphoto
    @Reggiebphoto Рік тому

    Love the video Faizal.

  • @Galeidan
    @Galeidan Рік тому

    I almost always travel with just one camera (and my cellphone) I bring just 2 or 3 lenses. Sometimes less is more.

  • @AnthonyJGianotti
    @AnthonyJGianotti Рік тому +10

    This is why I use an xs10 it’s great for both. If I was doing both professionally I probably would go with an xh2s. Yes you loose the buttons but I rented one over the holiday and my lord that stacked sensor is unbelievable! Also I LOVE the sigma 18-50, it’s an incredible lens.

    • @xSenioritis
      @xSenioritis Рік тому +3

      The xs10 is such a great camera. I love everything about it except for the battery life lol

    • @slo369
      @slo369 Рік тому +1

      I want one so bad

    • @ExecuteOrder.66
      @ExecuteOrder.66 Рік тому +1

      Definitely true! I sold mine because the PASM dial combined with the non-customizable dials on the *right* side (front and back) was a huge dealbreaker for me personally. Got a X-T3 now but still miss the ergonomics and size of the X-S10 🙃

    • @AnthonyJGianotti
      @AnthonyJGianotti Рік тому

      @@xSenioritis the battery life is sub par for sure but the batteries are small, cheap and light enough that I just throw a few in my pocket when I go out.

    • @AnthonyJGianotti
      @AnthonyJGianotti Рік тому

      @@slo369 really is a great camera, with the xs20 set to be announced soon their used price will go down and it will become probably the best deal on Fuji equipment

  • @kiaorioncreative
    @kiaorioncreative Рік тому

    super helpful brother. thank you