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Sadly the camera is not an action camera when it comes to build quality. The used prices of this model are crazy at the moment. But if you, like me, search and scout carefully there is always a good deal to be had somewhere

The EVF is a bit dated from a technology point of view. This camera has a "low" mp count which is great in post and more importantly the image quality is excellent

@@martingreenberg870 the XT5/XH2 series to me is a big shift from Fujifilm which I won't be following, don't need more mp's and the AI focus based on my XS20 is a no go for me. The side Flippy screen has it's pros and cons. I'd prefer it if fuji does a two in one kinda of thing

@@kuroexmachina I fully agree with the fact that Fuji AI AF is a joke

Oh where are you based?

@@PaulTakesPhotos i'm in Vietnam

@@qpng7737 Trying buying from a foreign country for a lower price. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)

You are right. I posted it as a short at the time as a test. I have sold both since and nowadays I post the medium format episode first ans the short follows with a link to the episode. So sorry for that

@@KungenAvSand already done 👍

It does have some drawbacks, but it wasnt released as a premium camera. Affordable point-and-shooter. Do post your take on it. Tag me and I'll happily watch :) happy you enjoyed the photos I took

@@hipabroad yep and this camera will be good for the coming years. Pretty much future proof

Internally 4:2:0 10 bit 4k60fps Externally: 4:2:2 10 bit 4k60fps

@@Lorenzo_Melocchi I normally use spot metering, is ,1600-6400, shutter at 1/80-1/250s JPEG+RAW. With RAW files you can retrieve a lot. At times I use a flash at well

@@PaulTakesPhotos nice thanks but what about afs vs afc and big single point vs area? I’ve tried the small one but it’s not precise. And most of all I’ve disabled every face and eye detection. The only occasion when I use that is with still people.

@@Lorenzo_Melocchi I always shoot single and spot focus with spot metering.

@@PaulTakesPhotos I’ll try those settings too thanks again

@@novaro0296 glad that you noticed it :)

It is a great lens when it comes to image quality

I would agree that Fujifilm should relaunch preferable and 18.5m (27mm) and a 27mm (40mm) xtrans II sensor, with a better battery :)

I used to own the x100 and upgraded x100v before the hype... Sold it quickly camera didn't agree with me

I have been looking for a copy for two years. My main criteria was price. I didnt want to pay more than €500. I found this copy on a local buy&,sell platform and I would suggest to avoid mpb.com to buy these types of cameras. Way to expensive in general. Be patient and you will find one for a decent price

@@gnosticone i dont sell them, i share my experiences. Blame the algorithm of sites offering them

@@Dariusproductions this copy 425 euro

Very popular and highly rated, but i have never shot with it, so cant really give you an honest opinion

@@safarionlinetvznz local camera store ask for used lenses

@@PaulTakesPhotos I'm from Zanzibar Tanzania, i have suffer alot to find one, but still i failled

@@safarionlinetvznz best best is to see if mpb.com ships to Zanzibar or via eBay.

One thing that comes to mind is to see on ttartisan or viltrox websites if they ship to Tanzania. Amazon could be a good option

Yes it is but it is not weather sealed. Which if you're out and about is kinda important. That said yes it is good for it. Personally for landscape I'd go for an used xt3 and the 10-24mm f/4 or the 16mm f/2.8 lens.

Thanks for the tip!

The focal length is indeed perfect for that gente 👍

For video the camera is somewhat outdated. Thanks for sharing

@@PaulTakesPhotos felt good for the price. 4k at 100mbps for under $400

Who is Jarvis?

@@PaulTakesPhotos ironman's AI :)

@@YourrGrace okay I'll take it like a compliment, but I am really human and from the Netherlands, we all sounds kinda funny in English

I would always recommend the 18-55mm f/2.8-f/4 lens (image stabilization). Buy it used. The sigma 56mm f/1.4 is also excellent but quite narrow and the 27mm is a must

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Paired with the 27mm mark I it actually can, but xt70 and Ricoh habe it by design

Leica Q3: $6k Leica Q2: 3.5k-4.3k used Leica SL2(s): 3k used Leica SL: 2k used Leica CL (digital) 1.6k used Leica X2: $650-$1000 used I'd say it is affordable for Leica cameras

I agree with you great camera, great fun shooting with it

Hi, i have xt-1, but i dont have lens, how i can shop lens for xt-1?

The monochrome is on my radar too, but have to sell cameras first before even going to pick it up. So it might take some time

Could indeed be, if Fuji just would release a x70ii add viewfinder traditional battery, same sensor and improved af I'd be happy :)

That would be too wide. 56mm minimum best prime probably the 90mm focal length. Distance between track and the crow is significant. Zoom lens would be better

@@PaulTakesPhotos ohhh really okay thank you for the response! I'm a beginner so I don't know what to do

@@heyjeon1840 split your total budget into three parts: - camera - lens (pick one within the budget) - accessories (extra batteries) Go out and shoot and take your time :) so much fun

@@PaulTakesPhotos Thank you so much! I just bought my fuji X-T30 II with 14-45mm lens. It's the lens I could most afford right now

@@PaulTakesPhotos do you charge your camera via usb-c (if so, what power-brick do you use) or charge the batteries with a battery charger?

I stand corrected. I noticed when I already posted the episode

@@PaulTakesPhotos great video, keep up

Thank you for the positive endorsement

@@PaulTakesPhotos welcome

Yeah maybe, but last 20 secs were kinda fluff, but thanks for the feedback appreciate note: better outro :)

Yeah for some reason Fuji got caught up into the rat race of more mp's and artificial intelligence whilst offering reduced build quality

Canon are great cameras but indeed it doesn't allow 3rd party lenses and in general the cameras are a bit bulky. Fuji cameras are smaller and lighter, but their auto focus is average, great lens range. Lumix is a great alternative, small, smaller sensor and smaller lenses. Check out my episode on the Lumix GX80/85 with two pancake lenses

@@tropip1081 yes it is worth it, make sure to check if cover over the thumbrest and dial pad is not letting lose and ask for the shutter count

@@PaulTakesPhotos oh wow didnt expect a reply this fast, tysm, im trying to get into this as a hobby so i want to find something relatively cheap

@@tropip1081 Lumix gx80/85 with either 14mm or 20mm are good options for same budget. Check out the episode on the channel. Great to see you starting photography as a hobby

Oh such heartbreak donating the x70 to the table. Ricoh GR series are great, especially the image quality. That said the xtrans III sensor is probably one of the best Fujifilm sensors in terms of colour science and also sharpness. I hope Fuji will realise that the x70m2 would be a camera with an even broader reach than the x100 series.

Uh, I think X70 has an X-Trans II.

@@avoid-self-righteousness yes you are right, noticed it once the episode was posted :(

I do think the x70 hits that sweet spot perfectly, every day, family camera. The focal length of 18.5mm makes it so versatile and the battery life for me is okay as long as you stick to shooting (not tweaking menus). The x100 series are a different beast and the focal length is less of a sweet spot. And yeah it is over hyped.

MFT cameras are great aren't they and still affordable on the used market. X100V I used to own as a successor to my x100 and it didn't agree with me. Love my smaller cameras, but the X100V/VI are not it. Like the x70 also because of the focal length. Ricoh GRIIIx is awesome but a lot pricier. Lumix GX80/GX85 with the pancakes (14mm/20mm) are awesome too.

Had the same in the beginning. Give yourself some time to get to know it. For exposure i have it on my lcd screen. That way i can see together with the histogram how i need to expose. Another little thing is your exposure metering. Use highlight metered or spot and underexpose by -2/3, -1. ND filter on Auto. If any questions let me know

A friend of mine has the same combo he upgraded from xt1 to xt3 and he still favours his xt1. When my XT2 broke (sadly) I upgraded to the XT4, didn't like it (I was wrong) and bought the XT30II. Great images from the xtransIV and yet it misses the character of the xtransII & iII

Well congrats! Enjoy it! Which lens(es) are you using

​@@PaulTakesPhotos I'm using default lens 12-32mm, and also very new on photography

MFT has a lot going for it, despite what is being said on youtube. Which MFT camera do you own?

@@PaulTakesPhotos G9, GX9, GX85. I'm hankering after the G9ii now. 😂

Q is just one of a kind, hits the sweetspot in many ways, in my opinion. Little tip or piece of advice. If you see a well priced Q, ask the owner when it was cleaned/serviced by Leica? Also ask for the proof of it :)

@@PaulTakesPhotos Thank you for replying to me! one of the issues with purchasing from the usual marketplaces, is that the seller is often not the owner. They usually buy lots, and they resell. It is always a lottery. Because of the current shortage of basically all Q3s and X100VI, used equipment is listed at outrageous prices. I have been looking since 2023, and have not so far found anything priced fairly.

@@p6x2 that is in part true. Used prices in general for most brands have gone up at least 50% over the last year. But as they say, patience is a virtue... I normally get good deals as I monitor prices for long periods of time. Don't give up, you'll get that deal :)

@@PaulTakesPhotos I am not giving up, and I am very patient. I am an old guy. However, there is a factor that works against me. The shortage of supplies has created many opportunists trying to resell goods that are in high demand. You can find used Q3s selling at prices above new!