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Looks really nice. I think the elastic side pockets kind of bring down the aesthetic slightly. But overall seems really great.

LOL the back filmy thing sucks. I hate it and wish Fuji had left it off! Also note that the Leica app is amazing and how all apps should be. I bought my M6 and v4 35 cron in 89 and it still going but moved to the xpro when the xpro2 came out because of film prices and mixing chemistry with kids around. Have not looked back and bought two xpro 3s so when or if one craps out, I have another in the box. I also have a Q2 but would prefer it to have a 35 over 28. Don't bother with a digital M. I broke down and got the M10R, hated it, sold it two months later. Good news was I got out of it for what I paid for it because it was the black paint model and very limited. I bet I would have been fine with the M10D but it was discontinued. If they do a M11D I would buy it because the Leica app is that good and I don't need a back screen on my cameras and love the xpro3 for that flip up out of my way. Best.

I have been on the quest looking for “The Perfect” bag to use for day excursions that my wife and I take during our travels. These day trips often are taken on small shuttle buses or by train so a small compact bag is a necessity. Thank you for your informative and at times humorous review. After watching your detailed review of this bags features I ordered one, 7L. It just arrived and it’s Perfect for my OM System OM1 with the 12-100mm attached and my 8-25mm Lens. Also my Insta 360° Camera. I also got the Accessory Holder that you bought and recommended. There is plenty of room for other items if needed. I could not be more pleased with this bag! Oh yeah I also can’t stop playing with the magnetic buckle 😅

"Priced Out of Paradise" - good name for an album

Couldn't agree more re: your comments about arbitrary designs to meet current consumer demands. I am one of those people who own an X-T5 (also have an X100F), and whilst the performance of the X-T5 is superb, I do feel as though its too technically superb and certainly does not provide me with an analog experience. Having said that, the X-T5 is not designed to provide an analog experience I guess. I will be looking at an X-Pro 3 tomorrow with the thought of purchasing it as my main street camera. I do have concerns about the ribbon/screen issue, however Fujifilm replace them for free when required, PLUS I have it on (seemingly) good authority that the X-Pro 4 will be released in 2026... I figure I could shoot with the X-Pro 3 for now and consider an upgrade in two years, depending on whether Fujifilm stay true to the X-Pro roots and do not spec it up too much.

Great video and I take the point, i agree with you 100%. If I can give you some advice, try the xpro2, I have it with the glorius 35 1.4 and the image its like a digital camera. Xpro1 and 2 have the soul of the glorius “ Fuji expirience”

“Gives me that analog feel where I’m not plopping down in front of a computer”. Yes, I can relate to this. I work all day in the computer and photography is my hobby. I don’t want to spend more time in front of the computer!

Do more videos. Your are great.

Still use my xpro1, never sell it. But might finally upgrade to the 4 if it comes out. Leica is just stupid $$$$$ imo

Well done…..great review!

This was great. I have a M6 and an XP3 with my late father’s Leica lens he used in the 1950s. Film has become so expensive that I often grab my XP3 to shoot photos.

I share your philosophy. I once owned a Leica M6 and sought to digitize the 35mm Summilux lens I had at the time. I did this with a wonderful Fujifilm XE3. Since then, I've owned 7 more Fujis X. In summary, I greatly enjoyed the XE3, and I ended up keeping only an Xpro1, with its sweet sensor and marvelous colors, and the Xpro3, the best digital camera I've ever had. This is my experience.

I totally agree on your take on film vs. digital. I worked my way through college in a camera shop’s black & white film lab. The XPro2 and XPro3 brought me back to the good old days!

Agree

Great review! I have one too. This video surely helped in configuring the bag for my Q3.

I've never seen a Cordura version offered on their website, how did you get that? Their site has only ever listed waxed canvas in Khaki and black anytime I have ever looked.

Mine is in the clay color. I noticed grime along the bottom corners. I was able completely to clean the bag with a washcloth and soapy water.

Excellent Video, Do you think that a 13 inch laptop like macbook air can fit in???

Great video ! I totally love my x pro 3 and I love the compact lens…like you I also have an m6 and I alternate between both. The x pro 3 is such a special camera and is a camera I want to take with me everywhere I go.

So I do the photography/camera thing, and more recently finding the tactile pleasures of fountain pens (love brass and other metal designs). That makes your videos a pretty good match for me, and I appreciate your casual but knowledgeable style. So make more videos! I'm already feeling cheated that your aren't more prolific! Found you through the Wotencraft bag video, and now checked 'em all out. I get it, you've got a life. But just sayin'. Cheers!

Very honest review, love that you speak to the camera's ethos of pure photography.

I just purchased this bag for a trip I’m taking next year. My first impression was it was too small and I should have bought the 10L bag. The more I look at it and use it- I’m really happy I bought this one. If I bought the larger bag I’d probably fill it to the max with stuff that I might never use on a trip. Like many photographers I have a variety of larger bags and backpacks. This one is perfect for travel with my Fuji x-s20, a few lenses and a flash. Ordered one of the small clip on bags to hold my lightweight Pocket 3 and Insta Go 3.

have you ever used this light meter when doing studio work with strobes?

So close to almost bought xpro3 So now im waiting on the xpro 4

I just can't justify film photography these days even though I have done it myself and still have my Pentax MV. I ended up anyways looking at the scanned photos which I developed myself at home. To be honest, I rather be out there shooting instead of developing and scanning the photos. I am so happy with my X-T30 II.

Great video. Thanks. I agree. They’ve sold their soul. Let’s hope they can redeem themselves soon. I didn’t see the point in moving from the 2 to the 3 and I haven’t regretted that. I prefer the extra scope the 2’s OVF gives you. Like others, I feel that the feel of the images out of the two is, on balance, the best. But there was definitely something quite unique about what you could get from the 1. It just lacked a bit of resolution for what I needed. Anyway, thanks again and keep it up

I might get the xt30 ii, I think it will perform and have features same as the xt5 but no weather resistant. And I get it, the rangefinder look , like the x-pro line up has its strong appeal. I would invest xpro2 or xpro1 before upgrading to a xpro3 to those like me that is with rangefinder experience.

I purchased the Wotancraft 3.5L & 7L awhile back and just love them. The 7L carries my Leica Q and Leica M10 w/lens attached along with 2 other lenses easily. I use the 3.5L for a single camera carry. I was not a fan of the dividers and replaced them with some I had laying about.

Loved all the colours here, especially liked the bungubox and lighthouse! Please do a video of a writing sample too!

Its a camera, i only love things i cannot replace !

Nikon makes a good app

don't like the clinical/sterile look of digital either

Leica makes a fab phone app. Don't worry about the future. The X Pro 4 will be awsome.

Maybe we will see a X-Pro4 which preserves the analog style and experience.

I'd like an X-Pro3. If you feel it superfluous in the future please think of me 🙂

So I switched back from Sony to Fuji and got an X-H2 ( luv it! ), I had some spare cash and picked up a used X-Pro3, since I now have some X mount lenses. As you said, it ticked all my old film nostalgia boxes. I even went a step further and shoot jpeg with all their great film presets and sometimes use a pro mist filter to get a more filmic look. So the short answer to GAS is, whatever turn you on! ( money of course, a factor, but you only live once )

Mannnn honesty and realness;) guilty pleasure gave me a good smile 😃

Will a 13" MacBook Pro fit in the 7L Wotancraft Pilot?

It’s kinda interesting as almost all Fuji sensors seems to have their fans. I had the X-M1 (same sensor as X-Pro1), X-Pro2 and now X-Pro3 and I think hands down the 2 has the most beautiful sensor. 3 is decent, but I’m struggling to get the images as beautiful as the 2 in low light. That camera just had ”grain” (digital inherent to the sensor, not som post-processing stuff). Though I suspect that maybe I haven’t quite mastered using the X-Pro3 yet. I love it in every other way though. Thanks for making the video and sharing your thoughts! I love hearing about people’s relationship with photography, their gear and their stories. Don't be sorry about it being long, it was all very interesting, I'm glad you didn't cut it short!

Maybe you can help me. I love the video and tou did open my eyes more about the pro 3. Ive been using the x-t20 for the last couple of years and i switched from Canon. But i keep going back and forth between the X-T5 and the X-Pro3. I only shoot street and i will be shooting portraits soon. Anyway I said X-T5 is what i am going with BUT something keeps drawing me back to the X-Pro3 and i have not figured out why.

Great build quality, great design, what’s not to love!❤

The 10L Pilot bag is awesome as well. I have had mine for several years & it did not come with the quick pull adjustable strap. Other than that, the bags are pretty much identical. Quality made, & well designed products. I particularly like the accessory add on components. I have several camera bags & a backpack made by Wotancraft & I have not been disappointed.

My wife got me one for father's day...enjoy the bag...only hate the pockets on the sides they will crush a water bottle just too tight for most everything I want to put in there.

Thank you for helping me with deciding on the XPro 3, I have many Fuji cameras but trying to decide if I want to depart with my 100v and go with a XPro camera

Hate XPro3??/

In an era of digital cameras devoid of style, Fujifilm created, in my humble opinion, a refreshing and unique design with the Xpro3 that most camera manufacturers would dare to do.

Ive picked all my cameras on how they look😂 The olympus app is awesome. It connects in seconds and you can download raw and 4k video.

You sold me champ, need a new camera…great video and I usually hate long form. All great info

Love the clickbaity thumbnail and title❤

Would it fit a Sony a7iv and 100-400?