Love your channel dude. Love your work. I had mine for a couple months and while it was a great camera shooting at 23mm all the time was too limiting. It took great photos but preferred my other Fuji cameras namely the X H2s or X T5. Sold my x100vi for well above what I paid for it. My fav Fujifilm is the X H2s.
You nailed this review 100%, your experience matches mine. I've had a lot of eye AF false positives where the green box appears to be sticking really well but then the actual eye isn't in sharp focus when I check it later. Battery life is indeed awful but their small size and light weight means carrying a couple more isn't too much of a chore. I had to add the smallrig extended grip, without it the camera is not comfortable to hold and I often had a fear of dropping it. Menus and user interface as about as bad as pretty much every Fujifilm camera, that is to say probably the worst I've ever used. Once set up however you rarely need to go into the menus and so becomes less of an issue. If you are coming from Nikon or Canon having never used a Fuji you'll be scratching your head getting them up and running out of the box. There is plenty to like however, the built in ND is very helpful and that leaf shutter is super quiet. Even the onboard flash works well as a fill flash. Is it worth the hype, absolutely not but it's kind of fun to use and the more I use it the more I'm warming to it 🙂
Chip shortage is hurting the camera biz. I love this camera and almost bought one but at the end of the day the price is so high I figured may as well get interchangeable lens camera. If it were cheaper it would be much harder to resist.
I was pretty lucky and got it when it launched. I just put myself on a wait list for fun and then got contacted. Already had the XT5. I think the X100VI is a very appealing camera and it’s right that it kind of makes you want to pick it up and shoot with it. However, I always have this kind of feeling that I won’t be able to get “as good” shots if I would only bring the X100VI so I usually end up bringing the XT5 as well and also finding myself shooting way more with that. I think the camera shows how much it comes down to the choice of lens and how much it impacts as I also experience that the lens wide open produces really soft pictures and it is hard knowing if its due to the camera missing focus or not. Even when stepping it down I feel like the IQ is still worse than when using the XT5 with some newer XF lenses. Anyways. The form factor still makes me keeping it and my GF can use this for taking shots of me occasionally so I think I’ll be keeping both for now. If this was my only camera though, I am not sure I would be that happy. Works great as a backup secondary camera for snapshots though.
Great photos 😍but... great camera? Those photos are amazing because of you. I think i still prefer xt5 + sigma 18-50 for travelling (with npw235, i didnt understand that too...) rather than x100vi, which is, by the way, a schrodinger catmera, you dont really know if the camera does really exist 😅 11:11 fuji being fuji 🤔
These smaller cameras are really great, the big problem for me is the price. Maybe I will shop for an older X100 series or even an XE series at some point. Love your images!!
I wish they were able to fit this new big battery in it. Because this big battery last forever and I mean forever. I have a second battery for XT5 but I am never able to run through the first one. I was stupid to sell X100V before the big hooplah, I should have of course held on to it. It is said that X100VI may go the way of X100V where Fuji will never have it in stock and move on to the next model.
If you take a look at my last few videos where I took the x100vi out in Greece. I list the recipe and share the settings. I just don’t know it off by heart.
11:31 I still don’t get this argument. You want more battery time for video, get an x-s20. Putting a bigger battery in an x100 will make a bigger x100, and for what? Something you can get another battery for?!???🤪 Meanwhile a bigger x100 will always be bigger… you can’t schrink it! Affecting the photograohic aspects of the camera. The solution always stated is “make the battery bigger” instead of “bring a second battery”.
I hear what you’re saying about just swapping batteries, but here’s where I’m coming from: at this point, all my newer Fujifilm cameras use the upgraded battery format. It’s a bit of an inconvenience to keep stocking the older batteries, especially since Fuji’s track record would suggest the next X100 model should’ve moved on to the new battery system by now. Honestly, it feels like Fuji missed an opportunity to improve the user experience, and it seems like some folks are just settling for the same old tech. I appreciate the conversation, different perspectives keep things interesting!
The lens on the X100 has always been a bit soft…no mist needed 😂 Yes - the battery too is overdue for an upgrade. AF SUCKS (for $2k). I’d only consider the GFX series (or Instax) with Fuji.
I love this camera, but yeah, the AF is not good. I had the x pro3 before and the AF did improve over my x pro3 but now I also got the xh2 and DAMN! That's some fast and reliable AF which makes me look different on my x100vi. The AF can take like a second to hit some times and that's annoying and my biggest critique. I am fine with the battery, but I would have wished for a better limited edition than the bullshit Fuji pulled. Why not a Premium limited edition with duratect coating and overall more premium build? I know Fuji can't even make enough cameras, but pls do something like Rico and drop a x100vi with a 35mm lens. I think the digital converter works fairly well and I sold my TCL adapter after a few days. Oh, and mafucka!!! Your images are straight fire. Well done, brother!
I’m just stoked this did get overhyped so if other companies weren’t making rangefinder-like cameras, they probably will now. I’m just going to save my money for X Pro 4 hopium. I’m sick of carrying my DSLR…
I agree with your overall assessment. IMHO, the lens is not adequate for this sensor, the autofocus is poor, and I think that this is over-hyped. It looks “cool” but that does not cut it for a camera this expensive. I was hoping that this would be a good EDC camera but I am sticking to my Leica M10R (much more expensive) and my older Leica D-Lux Type 109. Based upon my use of the 12 mp Leica D-Lux, it takes better pictures than the Fuji X100VI. (I also still use a Fuji XT2 that I like a lot for the form factor and the ability to use interchangeable lenses).
The lens was redesigned with the outgoing x100V and resolves details fine - interchangeable systems don’t get new lenses with every new generation of camera. Been using the VI since release and it’s tack sharp, even when using the digital Tele converter. Previously owned the V.
I blame tiktok and all the cool kids for hyping this camera up, what are your thoughts on the Ricoh gr iii? I think I’m going to look into that camera next.
Yeah - I think this camera should have gotten a new lens. After all, this lens wasn’t on the list of lenses that could resolve the sensor, if I’m not mistaken
Its ridiculous how it is selling at the same price as nikon zf with the kit lens. I agree its bulky but you can do a lot with it. Don't get me wrong i love the compactness and the sims but the fuji creating these artificial demand and they are way overpriced and it has even translated to the affordable lineup like xt50 at this point fuji getting too greedy. I am wishing sony to launch an a7rv sensor in an fixed camera body and beat the sh*t out of fuji.
Imagine buying this camera and being disappointed that it doesn't have peak AF and IQ. That's not what it's for. You know this, and I know that you know this. Your disappointment in Fujifilm AF has consumed you. . .
Fujifilm is constantly increasing the price of cameras. But they doesn't deliver the corresponding value for money. Just because a camera looks cool or retro doesn't automatically make it a must-have item. The fact that the Camera need an outdated battery - NP-W126s - (from 2016) is a bad joke. And again, the autofocus is inadequate. At a price of €1799, the lens has to be perfect too. Result: totally overhyped. (My opinion).
Weight difference of the X-T5 with XF 27 F2.8 versus the X100VI is .27 lbs......that 4 oz. is the difference between fun and not fun? I'd say save the $2000 and stick with the X-T5 if that's what you have or get an X-T5 in your hands right now and carry another 4 oz. instead of waiting and hoping you get an X100VI.
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@@JMDickeyArts Why did you choose the 27mm lens when the x100 has a 23mm lens? Because it wouldn’t fit your narrative. The 23mm f2 is 180 grams vs the 84 grams of the 27mm. The x100v also has a max aperture of f2 vs the 27mm of 2.8. How are you calculating a $2,000 savings by choosing the XT5 with the 27mm over the x100vi? The XT5 plus 27mm is $2,000. The x100vi is $1,600. You pay $400 more for the XT5 with the incorrectly compared lens.
Pic at 7:59 looks like noisy to me. Why is that? Artistic choice? Edit: now I see, the whole set is. Intresting. It's had a feeling it's printed on paper.
Is the Fujifilm X100vi overhyped?👇
yes
Absolutely
Yes, 💯
And over hipstered 😂
100%
Regardless of the camera in your hands, your photo-style is amazing!
Thank you 😭
I appreciate the honest review 👌 I ordered mine 22hrs after it launched (in February) and was told I might get it at end of December! 😳
BRO 10 MONTHS LATER?! WTF thats wild
If you haven't yet try local. I ordered march 3rd and got mine two weeks ago.
Love your channel dude. Love your work. I had mine for a couple months and while it was a great camera shooting at 23mm all the time was too limiting. It took great photos but preferred my other Fuji cameras namely the X H2s or X T5. Sold my x100vi for well above what I paid for it. My fav Fujifilm is the X H2s.
Amazing!
I got my one in April and i am happy with it
You nailed this review 100%, your experience matches mine. I've had a lot of eye AF false positives where the green box appears to be sticking really well but then the actual eye isn't in sharp focus when I check it later. Battery life is indeed awful but their small size and light weight means carrying a couple more isn't too much of a chore. I had to add the smallrig extended grip, without it the camera is not comfortable to hold and I often had a fear of dropping it. Menus and user interface as about as bad as pretty much every Fujifilm camera, that is to say probably the worst I've ever used. Once set up however you rarely need to go into the menus and so becomes less of an issue. If you are coming from Nikon or Canon having never used a Fuji you'll be scratching your head getting them up and running out of the box. There is plenty to like however, the built in ND is very helpful and that leaf shutter is super quiet. Even the onboard flash works well as a fill flash. Is it worth the hype, absolutely not but it's kind of fun to use and the more I use it the more I'm warming to it 🙂
I'm glad you're warming up to it. I think it's a capable camera, but the hype on social media has put me off a bit.
Great video! :) Will be getting my X100vi next weekend. Would you share the recipes you used? Your Greece pictures look beautiful!
Yes of course! Video soon!
I think it would be prudent to opt for the x-e or x-pro series, similar-ish feels, but cheaper, +you can change lenses.
I love your photos! 👏👏
Thank you so much 😀
Great review and fantastic photos. Did you end up keeping it? Sell it? Jump back up the V?
The V is not worth the resale price. Might as well buy the vi for updated specs
Chip shortage is hurting the camera biz. I love this camera and almost bought one but at the end of the day the price is so high I figured may as well get interchangeable lens camera. If it were cheaper it would be much harder to resist.
I was pretty lucky and got it when it launched. I just put myself on a wait list for fun and then got contacted. Already had the XT5. I think the X100VI is a very appealing camera and it’s right that it kind of makes you want to pick it up and shoot with it. However, I always have this kind of feeling that I won’t be able to get “as good” shots if I would only bring the X100VI so I usually end up bringing the XT5 as well and also finding myself shooting way more with that.
I think the camera shows how much it comes down to the choice of lens and how much it impacts as I also experience that the lens wide open produces really soft pictures and it is hard knowing if its due to the camera missing focus or not. Even when stepping it down I feel like the IQ is still worse than when using the XT5 with some newer XF lenses. Anyways. The form factor still makes me keeping it and my GF can use this for taking shots of me occasionally so I think I’ll be keeping both for now.
If this was my only camera though, I am not sure I would be that happy. Works great as a backup secondary camera for snapshots though.
Congratz on the sponsor! 🎉
Thank you!! 😁
I got really lucky with mine, I pre-ordered from a local store back in late April and received it late June.
Dang you one of the lucky ones!
Great photos 😍but... great camera? Those photos are amazing because of you. I think i still prefer xt5 + sigma 18-50 for travelling (with npw235, i didnt understand that too...) rather than x100vi, which is, by the way, a schrodinger catmera, you dont really know if the camera does really exist 😅
11:11 fuji being fuji 🤔
Ya it’s great with a lot of weird quirks 😅 but I’m sure the cool kids will like it for the aesthetic.
These smaller cameras are really great, the big problem for me is the price. Maybe I will shop for an older X100 series or even an XE series at some point. Love your images!!
If you can find one for a good deal for sure!
@@Iamtongue Yeah, not easy!! I'm still searching for a "good deal" on an XF50-140! Again, good luck, LOL!
Hi...what kind of hand leather Strap do you use in the video?
It’s a leather strap by wotancraft. If you look at my x100vi accessories you’ll see it
Great Video!!
I wish they were able to fit this new big battery in it. Because this big battery last forever and I mean forever. I have a second battery for XT5 but I am never able to run through the first one. I was stupid to sell X100V before the big hooplah, I should have of course held on to it. It is said that X100VI may go the way of X100V where Fuji will never have it in stock and move on to the next model.
Exactly this
That’s got to be the quote of the week - “the reason why I love fall so much …… is because everyone just gets productive again.” 😂
Haha but its true though! I was slacking off so much in the summer!
Do you have a list of the film sims you were using? Great images
If you take a look at my last few videos where I took the x100vi out in Greece. I list the recipe and share the settings. I just don’t know it off by heart.
11:31
I still don’t get this argument. You want more battery time for video, get an x-s20.
Putting a bigger battery in an x100 will make a bigger x100, and for what? Something you can get another battery for?!???🤪
Meanwhile a bigger x100 will always be bigger… you can’t schrink it! Affecting the photograohic aspects of the camera.
The solution always stated is “make the battery bigger” instead of “bring a second battery”.
I hear what you’re saying about just swapping batteries, but here’s where I’m coming from: at this point, all my newer Fujifilm cameras use the upgraded battery format. It’s a bit of an inconvenience to keep stocking the older batteries, especially since Fuji’s track record would suggest the next X100 model should’ve moved on to the new battery system by now. Honestly, it feels like Fuji missed an opportunity to improve the user experience, and it seems like some folks are just settling for the same old tech. I appreciate the conversation, different perspectives keep things interesting!
I had an X-E4 and have switched to an X-S20, same [small] lenses, same menu system easy switch to something newer.
The lens on the X100 has always been a bit soft…no mist needed 😂 Yes - the battery too is overdue for an upgrade. AF SUCKS (for $2k). I’d only consider the GFX series (or Instax) with Fuji.
I had the X100VI and the joystick up direction stopped working. Is this is a common issue?
Nah, not common man. Didn’t run into that issue
I love this camera, but yeah, the AF is not good. I had the x pro3 before and the AF did improve over my x pro3 but now I also got the xh2 and DAMN! That's some fast and reliable AF which makes me look different on my x100vi. The AF can take like a second to hit some times and that's annoying and my biggest critique. I am fine with the battery, but I would have wished for a better limited edition than the bullshit Fuji pulled. Why not a Premium limited edition with duratect coating and overall more premium build? I know Fuji can't even make enough cameras, but pls do something like Rico and drop a x100vi with a 35mm lens. I think the digital converter works fairly well and I sold my TCL adapter after a few days. Oh, and mafucka!!! Your images are straight fire. Well done, brother!
Does it tend to get warm like x100v?
Yep.
Yes it does get warm
It does
What is the camera neck strap you are using in this video?
Wotancraft Camera Straps- geni.us/TR3inP
Maybe I missed it but did you prefer the optical viewfinder, EVF, or the back screen the most?
I prefer back screen more.
I bought a chest mount to carry my XH2S around in Japan in the humid 40F weather as I walked around from day to night 😂
😂
I’m just stoked this did get overhyped so if other companies weren’t making rangefinder-like cameras, they probably will now. I’m just going to save my money for X Pro 4 hopium. I’m sick of carrying my DSLR…
Nice.... How do you class this camera to your X-S20?
I prefer the xs20 shooting experience. Its just more my style haha..
Thanks, I am about to pull the plug on one to replace my Sony RX100. Thanks for sharing your experiences, and your quick response.
Go for Nikon ZF with 40mm f/2.0 😊
@@sdegio70 maybe 😀
I agree with your overall assessment. IMHO, the lens is not adequate for this sensor, the autofocus is poor, and I think that this is over-hyped. It looks “cool” but that does not cut it for a camera this expensive. I was hoping that this would be a good EDC camera but I am sticking to my Leica M10R (much more expensive) and my older Leica D-Lux Type 109. Based upon my use of the 12 mp Leica D-Lux, it takes better pictures than the Fuji X100VI. (I also still use a Fuji XT2 that I like a lot for the form factor and the ability to use interchangeable lenses).
You nailed it.
The lens was redesigned with the outgoing x100V and resolves details fine - interchangeable systems don’t get new lenses with every new generation of camera.
Been using the VI since release and it’s tack sharp, even when using the digital Tele converter. Previously owned the V.
I blame tiktok and all the cool kids for hyping this camera up, what are your thoughts on the Ricoh gr iii? I think I’m going to look into that camera next.
If it's anything like the ricoh grii I know im gonna love it!
Its fantastic, and has way more resolution than I expected. Plus, film simulations!
Yeah - I think this camera should have gotten a new lens. After all, this lens wasn’t on the list of lenses that could resolve the sensor, if I’m not mistaken
It’s not. So I don’t know wth they are doing over there
Got mine at day 1 from my local dealer ❤️
Lucky!
I’m still waiting for the Fuji x100v I ordered years ago 😂
LOL OH NO 😥 😂
That title card. Got heavy hitters on this video.
Hahah inspired by you bro!
TBH, I find my A7CII with kit lens more fun!
I got mine after waiting 2 months. Do you use the eye detection or just single point on the eye focus now. Ha
Single point is best
The Fuji XT5 is the perfect alternative lol
yes!
The one time I want to make a purchase I can't because it's not in stock! Such a shame 😭
I know! Its weird!
I like the cam really, but he is not a pro cam. I used it at my last vaccation and had a lot of focus problems for people, even in darker situations.
ya this F2 lens really needs to be revamped.
honestly, only worth the hype if you are a photographer at heart. I wouldn't recommend it cause of the price.
same!
Not the non straight lens hood ahhhhhhhhh
Its ridiculous how it is selling at the same price as nikon zf with the kit lens. I agree its bulky but you can do a lot with it. Don't get me wrong i love the compactness and the sims but the fuji creating these artificial demand and they are way overpriced and it has even translated to the affordable lineup like xt50 at this point fuji getting too greedy. I am wishing sony to launch an a7rv sensor in an fixed camera body and beat the sh*t out of fuji.
So the horrible autofocus and unsharp images didn't ruin your holiday?
Nah. It was fine
I have one, yes it’s overhyped
Hahaha 😆
Imagine buying this camera and being disappointed that it doesn't have peak AF and IQ. That's not what it's for. You know this, and I know that you know this. Your disappointment in Fujifilm AF has consumed you. . .
@@joeyc923 the fuck? lol is that the energy I was conveying? I’m pretty sure I said it’s a good camera lol
Got lucky and got a launch X100VI. Used it for a few weeks.. sold it and went back to X100V. Didn’t see any real benefit over V.
Good call
So I keep my x100V and I will wait the X100VII
Hahaha 😂
The model in the field looks like a young Karen Allen
Margot Robbie / Emma Mackey
Fujifilm is constantly increasing the price of cameras. But they doesn't deliver the corresponding value for money. Just because a camera looks cool or retro doesn't automatically make it a must-have item. The fact that the Camera need an outdated battery - NP-W126s - (from 2016) is a bad joke. And again, the autofocus is inadequate. At a price of €1799, the lens has to be perfect too.
Result: totally overhyped. (My opinion).
You damn right
Funny how you call her “the wife” I’m sure she appreciates that 😂
😂
It's crazy that autofocus is still slow and unreliable in 2024.
Yup. Fuji don’t care
Liked just because of the Spice girl's T-shirt 😄
Edit: joke
Hahah thank you
Weight difference of the X-T5 with XF 27 F2.8 versus the X100VI is .27 lbs......that 4 oz. is the difference between fun and not fun? I'd say save the $2000 and stick with the X-T5 if that's what you have or get an X-T5 in your hands right now and carry another 4 oz. instead of waiting and hoping you get an X100VI.
@@JMDickeyArts Why did you choose the 27mm lens when the x100 has a 23mm lens? Because it wouldn’t fit your narrative. The 23mm f2 is 180 grams vs the 84 grams of the 27mm. The x100v also has a max aperture of f2 vs the 27mm of 2.8. How are you calculating a $2,000 savings by choosing the XT5 with the 27mm over the x100vi? The XT5 plus 27mm is $2,000. The x100vi is $1,600. You pay $400 more for the XT5 with the incorrectly compared lens.
FIRST
Almost buddy!
Pic at 7:59 looks like noisy to me. Why is that? Artistic choice?
Edit: now I see, the whole set is. Intresting. It's had a feeling it's printed on paper.
Without watching I bet it's the autofocus XD
HAHA i guess you're going to have to find out