As the owner of a X-T4 I was admittedly a Fuji Fan Boy (it’s an illness to be sure) but I procured the X-PRO3 last year for the same exact reason, because I enjoy the experience of the quasi-rangefinder as well as the look and feel of the camera. It calls me from the shelf like the siren song, tempting me to go out and shoot something! Cheers to you and your pro sandwich. 🥪
The 27mm "pancake" lens is probably my favorite "walk-about" lens. That 40mm-equivalent view seems to be my sweet spot. It's what ends up on my X-Pro2 probably close to 90% of the time, as I use that body mainly for what you seem to be describing: just going out and capturing whatever catches my eye.
@@calebbohrer3757 I've not had a problem, though might be tight if wearing winter gloves. My only complaint in that regard is that if you happen to accidentally twist it over to the Auto setting, you then have to press on the little red button to unlock it to go back to a manual setting.
The 40-ish mm focal length might seem a bit odd at first or if someone’s never used it before, but once you get used to it, it’s a fantastic length! I often use a 43mm lens (FF) and it’s awesome that it’s tight in framing yet it’s still wide enough to leave environment open. I’m hoping to try this Fuji 27mm sometime and see how similar it is to my 43mm. Is the AF really that bad as people make it out to be on the 27mm?
@@calebbohrer3757 you can control the aperture SLR style with the front control dial if you put the aperture ring on the lens into "Auto", Fuji really did a fantastic job at catering to all shooting styles imo
I use the X-Pro3 professionally including weddings. There is something special about the OVF and being able to see what is and what is not in your composition. Additionally, when photographing people it’s much more pleasant and less intimidating being photographed by this camera. I hope Fujifilm continues this design with the new 40MP sensor.
I'm considering going back to street photography. My full frame mirrorless is great feature-wise, but it's not much smaller than the old bulky DSLRs... These days I gravitate towards small and light for "fun assignments" and casual shots. Love a film point and shoot for that. Would the X-Pro3 (with say 23mm f2) fit comfortably in the pocket of a jacket?
The thing I like about the XPro cameras is that they, and the small Fuji primes, are the ideal size, weight and shape for those casual 'wandering about taking pictures' outings, but with pretty much no compromises on image quality.
And also no compromise on flexibility. You can *still* put a Superzoom lens on if you want. Got myself a Xpro2 in 2019 and I absolutely love that camera
That’s why I bought the XPro1, I had a Canon 7D/100-400 plus the 10-20 Sigma, 17-55/2.8 Canon and the 105/2.8 Sigma macro. The weight of my kit with a steel tripod was terrible and I wasn’t taking the camera out of the bag on family outings. So, I bought into the Fuji X-Pro1 with the 18/2, 35/1.4 and later the 56/1.2. Together in a messenger bag it weighed virtually nothing, I later added the Manfrotto BeFree carbon fibre tripod and an X-T1 and family trips were transformed and nearly 10 years later I still have the same set up. My other kit now consists of an R6 with the 500/4 but I still don’t feel my older Fuji kit has any shortcomings IQ wise.
My favorite camera ever. I love the process of taking photos but don't care much for post-processing them. With X-Pro 3 I can still get the kinds of stylized results that I want. And the ergonomics are just perfect for me.
James, I don't mind gear-centered videos when the photographer can take great photos, which you definitely can. A shocking number of photography channels on TH-cam where the actual photographs are trash. Thanks for all the great content.
I don’t know about matching the image quality of your Sony but those shots of Brighton look beautiful. Don’t know how you post process but they remind me of what I love about Portra - clean, clear, beautiful colour and somehow relaxing on the eye (not too saturated or contrasty - yet still ‘rich’ - in a way many digital images seem to be).
I recently picked up an X-Pro 3 and it is exactly what I needed to fall back in love with photography and regain some focus in my pursuit of making photographs. I only post on Instagram currently so grabbing the JPEGs straight from the camera and posting with no edits is such a quick and easy process.
Just got mine a few days ago. Was surprised to find out the day after I got it that Fuji discontinued it. There’s still no official update of an xpro 4 so let us enjoy our possible future Classic xpro 3 camera. Even if it’s a few years older, I would have never known. The processor is fantastic. I decided on the 23mm f2 fujinon r wr and couldn’t be happier. It’s the same length and aperture as my Leica Summicron 23mm f2, but focuses much closer, is weather sealed, etc. really enjoying the camera so far. Sadly, the Leica TL2 has just been sitting in its bag ever since the Fuji arrived. I started photography in the film era and this xpro 3 digital cam is the closest thing I’ve used yet to take me back to the experience of shooting a film camera.
I bought my X Pro 3 for my trip in Amsterdam. It’s ongoing as I am typing this. The camera has amazed me. I bought it because I didn’t want to carry my heavy 5D iii and I felt it would grab too much attention towards me that will make the photos look inauthentic. I got the X Pro 3 Simple for the fact that the screen was hidden. I loved that. I wanted to be immersed in the city, not fidgeting with my camera. My eyes are the viewfinder, I just use the optical viewfinder to frame what I see. It’s beautiful, simple, elegant. At night I unload the photos and wrestle with them in Lightroom. Such a pleasure wouldn’t have been felt with my 5D, because they come out not needing much editing. Whoever made this camera has balls to be brave to actually make it in a world where most people won’t care. It’s a daring camera made by daring people and it encourages me to be daring to complete the chain. It withstood heavy rains and storms with me. I went during harsh conditions because that’s what a person with this camera does, nothing stops it so nothing should stop the photographer. I finally feel like a kid with my cheap toy camera again, but this one is much more of a beast in every way and shape.
Hello, I’m about to get the x-pro 3 for a good price. And I see you got the 5D iii l. Which image quality is better out these two cameras? As I was thinking to get a 5D iii due to its price approximately 1/3 x-pro price. Thanks in advance!
I almost never comment and haven't subscribed to anyone in what feels like years on TH-cam. While looking into pocketable travel cameras I came across your channel and I just wanted to say, your content is incredible refreshing. So much content on TH-cam in the camera genre is basically like reading a spec sheet on steroids or is a glitzy portfolio or sales pitch of the creator. Already making my way through some of your back catalogue of content, definitely inspiring. Thank you!
I use an X-Pro2 with two primes (18mm f2 & 35mm f1.4). I really haven't a bad word to say about it. I'd go so far as to say it is one of the most complete setups (for me and the way I shoot) I've owned. If you've the time and the inclination, try out some of the Fuji recipes, very worthwhile!
Downside being that trying to buy anything used from them is pretty much impossible because people are now charging too much for these cameras. Prepare to hunt for a while to get a decent deal on any ok used fuji camera at this point.
@@tosvus I agree. There's a lot of artificial inflation in prices in photography in general these days. Film, film cameras, digital cameras (DSLR or Mirrorless) are all experiencing unreasonable pricing. 🤷
I really enjoyed today’s episode, you having fun time with the camera, with a splash of your sarcasm. Like the Fuji magic, I don’t know why, but I enjoyed it.
Completely and utterly agree with the theory. Unfortunately I picked up an X-Pro3 and realised that ~70% of my need for an EDC/Smaller camera is filming/photographing my kiddo. And to do that I didn't quite realise how much I used the screen. Absolutely adore the x-pro3 but just not for me. Hopefully (selfishly) the x-Pro4 returns to the conventional screen and I'll upgrade from my x-e4 straight away. Currently use that as my EDC with the 18f2 and 27f2.8. Perfect.
James, Always loved Fuji gear … few years ago defected to Olympus and now my walk around camera is the Olympus Pen-f with the 45 mm f1.8. Thanks for another fun video. Cheers, Doug
Love your style James! You're one of my favorite photography vloggers. I love this style where you let us see what your eye was seeing (with GoPro) and then how the photo actually turned out after editing. One thing, and you may disagree for the fact you want us focusing on the art and not settings, but it would be helpful for us to see the exposure settings to be listed at the bottom or something. Keep up the good work! (the X-Pro3 is discontinued because they are releasing the X-Pro4 this year)
I've recently, after a long time off, gotten back into photography. I bought a Canon 5D mkii before my first child and loved it. The more children I had the less I wanted to lug around a big, heavy full frame beast, so it gathered dust for years. I finally traded it in with the lenses and bought a Fuji xt30ii yesterday - it's so small and light. I wish I'd done it years ago!
Absolutely agree! I actually bought a 5D classic for the colors as well as the 1DX. So much fun to shoot. I’ll dab into Fuji because they are also fun and unique colors.
Fuji is is fun for those who love the process of taking pictures as much as the outcome .. x100v the next one? Or perhaps film photography? Have fun, mate 🎉
You have an amazing style and your images have such a great look and feel to them, After watching a few of your clips yesterday I was motivated this morning to brave the -3 temps and try do a little better so thank you
This is the most fun and beautiful camera I used. Looks great, holds great, lenses are great. Sometimes I miss a screen for vertical shots and for when taking pictures very close to myself. However I learned to hip fire without looking.
I’ve been looking into a new camera after years in ‘the wilderness’ just using my phone and I have been watching your channel for the last few months. It’s been really interesting and helpful… And I think I’m going to buy an xpro 1. So it’s really encouraging to hear you describe the newer one as fun. Cheers!
i can so highly recommend the X-Pro1... the old Fuji sensors are absolutely pure magic... the colors that come out of it trump even Leica digital colors... and the camera just doesn't get in your way... the X-Pro1 with the 27mm (or Viltrox 23mm for example) are a super cheap and enjoyable experience! And there's plenty on the used market in really great quality for next to nothing
I remember when the first X-Pro came out, and it really intrigued me at the time. Unfortunately I didn’t (and still don’t) have the disposable income to try it out. I’d still like to try a Fuji camera at some point. I’ve heard their colors are wonderful.
They are! I love film having grown up with it and tried and struggled with digital for so long, trying all sorts and wasting money stupidly. I have now moved from Leica via Canon and Sony to Fuji (an XT2 first then an XH1 at 1/3 new price for a mint copy) and VERY happy I did.
James. Really like your work and always entertaining. Am I missing something? As you point the video around I'm seeing great saturated colours and images. The moon looks great and the clouds nice and fluffy. Then you take the shot and they look washed out and like old 35mm film. Was that the aim, looking retro? Sorry, I hate being negative but I think it might be I missed something. Was it to show straight from camera images with no editing? Still enjoyed the video. Brighton used to be our go to place after parties when I was a Teen.
I greatly enjoy your videos, gear-based or photo inspired. You have managed to keep my attention, which is quite a challenge as many others that I have shut down halfway through. You my friend are definitely PRO.
James, the X-Pro3 is my all-time favourite camera from Fujifilm. I've owned the X, X-E, X-T, and X-H series cameras and with the X-Pro3 they got it right. I'm mostly a street, documentary, and reportage photography who every now and then does some portrait work. The X-Pro3 fits nicely with my Leica M240 kit because I can use my M mount lenses on both cameras, with an adapter of course for the X-Pro3. Lastly, the X-Pro3 is NOT a rangefinder. It's a regular mirrorless camera with an EVF but also has an OVF to mimic a rangefinder. The only companies making actual mirrorless rangefinders are Leica and the French company Pixii. Enjoy your X-Pro3, it's a great camera and pairs up nicely with any of the digital Leica M's in your kit.
Nice to see that you're going with your own style rather than capitualiting to the Fujifilm look. I recommend the 16f2.8 if you want to go wide ever. Mine is basically glued to the camera. Also, the 50f2 over the 1.2 aperture one if you want to go longer.
re: own style, is there a recommendation for how to standardize styles across camera manufacturers? like a "pre-style" to get each base image to a neutral point?
I'm interested in the 16/2.8 for an X-T1 I just bought. But I've seen varying reports about it's sharpness from users. It does make Fuji's "40 mp list" though.
@@jshanni2066 The large majority of Fujifilm users are probably the most unreliable pack of nitpicky whiners tbh. The 16f2.8 is great, and if it made the 40mp list, what more do we need? A lot of people want to compare everything to full frame or the new 18f1.4, unironically ignoring the fact that those are way bigger, heavier, more expensive lenses. I love mine, the quality is great, and the size, weight and price are amazing.
@@noahkiss Shoot in raw, import to lightroom and use the Adobe colour standard profile as a base for your edit. I imagine James does exactly that. There's no way for jpeg shooters to do it.
I love my xpro3 it’s an incredible body never ever let you down super fast autofocus and amazing monitor/evf. Couldn’t ask more from an xpro, will be in my bag for the next years as my old x100 has been there for 12 years.
Next time you feel urge to spend money for fun try Pentax KP (or K-3 Mk III if you want to spent more) and 20-40mm Limited. KP is no longer produced but should be available new somewhere on amazon and if not there is a ton of used ones. You will have interesting time with real pentaprism DSLR and most funny lens I personally ever used. Only prime zoom I ever got into my hands (I know it sounds silly). Plus both are weathersealed and build like tanks.
If there is not a "pro" sandwich, there soon will be! Amazed you didn't stumble over another photographer in Brighton, I can think of three TH-cam channels that feature that beach on a regular basis. Really makes me wish I'd stopped when I was over the pond in Oct.! FWIW, I like the videos, gear or photos. Interesting to hear your opinions on lots of subjects, I often get a laugh or at least a smile.
Got an Xpro-3 recently and it’s my favorite camera of all time. Especially after customizing the film look myself. It’s got that IT factor that digital is generally missing from film
The back screen is definitely not useless. It gives me enormous pleasure. First because of what it is not. Secondly because it tells me which custom profile, white balance and ISO settings are selected before I even turn the camera on. Once the camera is turned on, it allows me to scroll through my custom profiles and select a new one without anyone seeing what I'm up to.
You seem to be getting an excellent bunch of beach shots with this camera. That’s my problem with the camera system at the moment. I am on the cusp of selling it but it’s so much fun to use. So I’m holding onto it too.
Just like you, I have gone through the M4/3 to FF path and ended up all in with Fuji. You will be there soon too. Maybe will end up replacing your FF with APS C first and ultimately go to their medium format cameras
Mr Popsys - Love the framing and color grading (need I add - composition?) of the images. Having said this, I would like to point out a few fantastic features of your Sony camera to the wonderful viewers of this channel. 1st - the rotary dial. It does so much and always comes back around for more. 2nd - I think it's the letter "M" engraved and painted on top of said rotary dial. It could be some Greek letter, though. These two things, combined with either a full manual vintage lens or a modern pancake lens, transform your thick, massive Sony branded tool into a svelte, spry, sassy little whip of a gadget that might - just might, turn out to be a ton of fun. I realize two (or 200) tools are always better to have lying around than just one - each with a distinct use case. Gear is its own reward - own and use as much as you like. One day you may review a tool I want in my own..... Collection. Please do not devalue the end result(s) you get from whichever camera you use. I also enjoy what it is about a scene you like or are reminded of. I think the way you see the world is probably the most rewarding part of your videos. Thank you.
Hi James, looks like there's no cure on the horizon for "GAS" but those are some very nice photos down in Brighton and also in London. APS C is a keeper format, at least according to Fuji.
Rangefinder.......look alike maybe? Nice camera no doubt. I shoot Fujifilm X-T3 & 5. I also have a Leica M10 and I've just purchased a Zorki 4K film camera. Both of these are true rangefinders via the focusing mechanisms. I'm sure you know this anyway, however It was nice to hear how much you enjoyed your experience with the X-Pro 3. Great videos keep e'm coming.
Fujifilm is my favorite camera out of all other brands. I owned an X-T3, it makes me want to go out and shoot! That's something special about Fujifilm.
Yes there is lots of videos about new gear, but the difference is you've said a bit about it then gone out and used it whilst filming, rather than just sitting in the office chatting about all its specs and features. Means that your gear videos are like your others but just feature around a piece of kit rather than a technique, wouldn't imagine anyone is particularly bothered about the variation, I like it even though its not gear I'm after or likely to own.
I'm still enjoying my xt-3 years later. I think Fuji make cameras fun to use, and fun to experiment with too. Their autofocus (or other features) probably isn't reliable enough for professional use, but I'm only a hobbyist photographer.
I'd love to hear your thoughts on the X-Mount Voightlander 35mm f/1.2 lens. The 27mm you use here is great for a pancake lens, but I was much more inspired by the Voightlander and ended up selling my 27mm because of it. I'm enjoying the 35mm (50mm FF) focal length, character, and depth a little more. I've also enjoyed going back to a manual focus lens as long as I'm not working on something absolutely requiring auto-focus. As always, loving the videos!
It's a great combo, very tactile. Wide open it's silly soft, 35/1.4 far better, but from f2 it's pretty good. Really good to focus with the yellow peaking. I love it, hoping Voigtlander follow up with something around 60mm...
I do own an XPro3, I hope I don't have the LCD ribbon failure problem that some people report. It will be interesting to see if there is an XPro4, and how they address this ribbon failure problem....and of course if they will take care of XPro3 owners...so far people seem to have to pay for the repair.
When you were talking about the Sony being boring at the beginning of the video, it reminded me of a video you made a couple years ago about why you were quitting professional photography to focus on TH-cam. I don't remember exactly what you said but I remember the notion of it being that Professional photography was restrictive and it didn't enable you to actually enjoy taking photos. The Sony a74 seems to be that idea creeping back into your photography. Maybe you are doing more professional stuff now and I'm just not aware of it, but it is something to think about, I think.
It's a big, full-featured camera in a small package with a combined LCD/optical viewfinder, with superimposed, zoomable, live parallax-adjusting framelines and AF. What's not to like?
Your accountant must be having a fit. I’ve been feeling the same about my RIII and the 24mm. I want something…fun. I’m thinking of buying the x-pro3 and the 23mm f2.
Interesting video. I prefer your images of the countryside, but it was nice to see some of the sights from Brighton. As for the camera, I wouldn't get more fun from it than I suppose I would with your Sony.
be careful , manny are breaking due to screen veiwfinder issues, mine just kicked the bucket today in Morocco. weather-sealed yes. great fun yes. durable no
Fuji is definitely a great compliment to Sony! That's my combo. XE-4 for fun and around town and A7ii for the heavier work (needs upgrading soon lol). The analog nature of the fuji is great. Really debating on jumping to the XT5.
I am debating the XT5 as well. Coming from a Sony A7ii (which I plan on keeping). I am up in the air whether to get a smaller Sony body or go for a Fuji for travel.
@@DJKISSchitown Fuji is great so far! Just be aware there aren’t as many custom buttons vs the a7ii. Can be a little tricky getting used to for some ppl.
James, I have to tell you that I'm amused with this acquisition. Looking over the history of your videos. I see that you started with full frame then went to micro 4/3 and then went back to full-frame. You have now acquired an APS-C camera (didn't see an early video where you had that but I suspect given the digital market that you may actually have started with APS-C). Your videos are a history of digital photography. However, I fully support your "a fun camera to use". My main digital cameras are a Sony A7RIII and a Leica M240. I love the Leica because of rangefinder and it isn't clinical. I also have a Sigma Quattro-H and a quirkier digital camera is hard to find. But it has its upsides also. Thanks for including us in your journey.
Correct me If I'm wrong but I don't think we can call the XPRO3 a range finder. It's just an offset view finder. It has no moving glass that's coupled and synchronized with the focusing of the lens like we can find on a Leica. Personally I didn't like viewfinder. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice hybrid technology but not as good as I thought. I ended up using the evf most of the time. The magnification is not enough when only using the OVF and the back eye piece opening is too small to see the whole scene when I wear my glasses and they're very small. It barely get better with contact lenses. The EVF is way more precise to frame the shot than those approximative bright lines.
Great choice I did a similar thing when the x100v came out. I wanted something pocketable for street photography when I was working in London. As soon as I got it lockdown happened and now I work from home! All about the timing 😂 I love it though and it’s something completely different from my Nikon kit in that it’s truly pocketable 😀
Looks like the "no more new cameras" is going well
It's different if it's for fun I think
Ha! That was exactly my thought as soon as I saw the title 😂
Think it was ‘used’ ?..❤
Didn’t get on with the Xpro-3 and it’s ‘hide and seek’ screen, so I swapped it for the Xpro-2. …Love it!…❤
@@petersmitham8273 how do you like it. I just ordered mine with the 23mm f2
Loved the third "DANGER" sign photo. Had some Hitchcock "Birds" vibes.
As the owner of a X-T4 I was admittedly a Fuji Fan Boy (it’s an illness to be sure) but I procured the X-PRO3 last year for the same exact reason, because I enjoy the experience of the quasi-rangefinder as well as the look and feel of the camera. It calls me from the shelf like the siren song, tempting me to go out and shoot something! Cheers to you and your pro sandwich. 🥪
The 27mm "pancake" lens is probably my favorite "walk-about" lens. That 40mm-equivalent view seems to be my sweet spot. It's what ends up on my X-Pro2 probably close to 90% of the time, as I use that body mainly for what you seem to be describing: just going out and capturing whatever catches my eye.
Is it a pain to change aperture though?
@@calebbohrer3757 I've not had a problem, though might be tight if wearing winter gloves. My only complaint in that regard is that if you happen to accidentally twist it over to the Auto setting, you then have to press on the little red button to unlock it to go back to a manual setting.
The 40-ish mm focal length might seem a bit odd at first or if someone’s never used it before, but once you get used to it, it’s a fantastic length! I often use a 43mm lens (FF) and it’s awesome that it’s tight in framing yet it’s still wide enough to leave environment open. I’m hoping to try this Fuji 27mm sometime and see how similar it is to my 43mm. Is the AF really that bad as people make it out to be on the 27mm?
I've got the same setup! It was my first prime as well and yep I've yet to feel the need for a second lens.
@@calebbohrer3757 you can control the aperture SLR style with the front control dial if you put the aperture ring on the lens into "Auto", Fuji really did a fantastic job at catering to all shooting styles imo
I use the X-Pro3 professionally including weddings. There is something special about the OVF and being able to see what is and what is not in your composition. Additionally, when photographing people it’s much more pleasant and less intimidating being photographed by this camera. I hope Fujifilm continues this design with the new 40MP sensor.
I'm considering going back to street photography. My full frame mirrorless is great feature-wise, but it's not much smaller than the old bulky DSLRs...
These days I gravitate towards small and light for "fun assignments" and casual shots. Love a film point and shoot for that.
Would the X-Pro3 (with say 23mm f2) fit comfortably in the pocket of a jacket?
Nah, but paired with one of the pancakes 18 or 27 it will!
@@rockstardonut777 you better off with point & shoot or lumix/olympus mini series such as gm5 or epm2 paired with pancake lens
@@rockstardonut777for that go with x-t00 series + pancake lens
The thing I like about the XPro cameras is that they, and the small Fuji primes, are the ideal size, weight and shape for those casual 'wandering about taking pictures' outings, but with pretty much no compromises on image quality.
And also no compromise on flexibility. You can *still* put a Superzoom lens on if you want. Got myself a Xpro2 in 2019 and I absolutely love that camera
That’s why I bought the XPro1, I had a Canon 7D/100-400 plus the 10-20 Sigma, 17-55/2.8 Canon and the 105/2.8 Sigma macro. The weight of my kit with a steel tripod was terrible and I wasn’t taking the camera out of the bag on family outings. So, I bought into the Fuji X-Pro1 with the 18/2, 35/1.4 and later the 56/1.2. Together in a messenger bag it weighed virtually nothing, I later added the Manfrotto BeFree carbon fibre tripod and an X-T1 and family trips were transformed and nearly 10 years later I still have the same set up.
My other kit now consists of an R6 with the 500/4 but I still don’t feel my older Fuji kit has any shortcomings IQ wise.
@Oldman666 you have some very odd ideas about what 'huge', 'haptics' and 'good manners' mean.
@Oldman666 nah
My favorite camera ever. I love the process of taking photos but don't care much for post-processing them. With X-Pro 3 I can still get the kinds of stylized results that I want. And the ergonomics are just perfect for me.
I have a fuji xt1 and its a camera that really makes the photography enjoyable
James, I don't mind gear-centered videos when the photographer can take great photos, which you definitely can. A shocking number of photography channels on TH-cam where the actual photographs are trash. Thanks for all the great content.
I don’t know about matching the image quality of your Sony but those shots of Brighton look beautiful. Don’t know how you post process but they remind me of what I love about Portra - clean, clear, beautiful colour and somehow relaxing on the eye (not too saturated or contrasty - yet still ‘rich’ - in a way many digital images seem to be).
I recently picked up an X-Pro 3 and it is exactly what I needed to fall back in love with photography and regain some focus in my pursuit of making photographs. I only post on Instagram currently so grabbing the JPEGs straight from the camera and posting with no edits is such a quick and easy process.
请问一下X-Pro3连续追焦速度如何？
Just got mine a few days ago. Was surprised to find out the day after I got it that Fuji discontinued it. There’s still no official update of an xpro 4 so let us enjoy our possible future Classic xpro 3 camera. Even if it’s a few years older, I would have never known. The processor is fantastic. I decided on the 23mm f2 fujinon r wr and couldn’t be happier. It’s the same length and aperture as my Leica Summicron 23mm f2, but focuses much closer, is weather sealed, etc. really enjoying the camera so far. Sadly, the Leica TL2 has just been sitting in its bag ever since the Fuji arrived. I started photography in the film era and this xpro 3 digital cam is the closest thing I’ve used yet to take me back to the experience of shooting a film camera.
I bought my X Pro 3 for my trip in Amsterdam. It’s ongoing as I am typing this. The camera has amazed me. I bought it because I didn’t want to carry my heavy 5D iii and I felt it would grab too much attention towards me that will make the photos look inauthentic. I got the X Pro 3 Simple for the fact that the screen was hidden. I loved that. I wanted to be immersed in the city, not fidgeting with my camera. My eyes are the viewfinder, I just use the optical viewfinder to frame what I see. It’s beautiful, simple, elegant. At night I unload the photos and wrestle with them in Lightroom. Such a pleasure wouldn’t have been felt with my 5D, because they come out not needing much editing. Whoever made this camera has balls to be brave to actually make it in a world where most people won’t care. It’s a daring camera made by daring people and it encourages me to be daring to complete the chain. It withstood heavy rains and storms with me. I went during harsh conditions because that’s what a person with this camera does, nothing stops it so nothing should stop the photographer. I finally feel like a kid with my cheap toy camera again, but this one is much more of a beast in every way and shape.
Hello, I’m about to get the x-pro 3 for a good price. And I see you got the 5D iii l. Which image quality is better out these two cameras? As I was thinking to get a 5D iii due to its price approximately 1/3 x-pro price.
Thanks in advance!
I almost never comment and haven't subscribed to anyone in what feels like years on TH-cam. While looking into pocketable travel cameras I came across your channel and I just wanted to say, your content is incredible refreshing.
So much content on TH-cam in the camera genre is basically like reading a spec sheet on steroids or is a glitzy portfolio or sales pitch of the creator. Already making my way through some of your back catalogue of content, definitely inspiring. Thank you!
I use an X-Pro2 with two primes (18mm f2 & 35mm f1.4). I really haven't a bad word to say about it. I'd go so far as to say it is one of the most complete setups (for me and the way I shoot) I've owned. If you've the time and the inclination, try out some of the Fuji recipes, very worthwhile!
It looks like Fuji has been getting a bit more attention in media recently. Glad to see it because I really enjoy Fujifilm.
Downside being that trying to buy anything used from them is pretty much impossible because people are now charging too much for these cameras. Prepare to hunt for a while to get a decent deal on any ok used fuji camera at this point.
@@tosvus I agree. There's a lot of artificial inflation in prices in photography in general these days. Film, film cameras, digital cameras (DSLR or Mirrorless) are all experiencing unreasonable pricing. 🤷
Very excited for this one! Had my eye on the X-Pro 3 for a while now 📸
I really enjoyed today’s episode, you having fun time with the camera, with a splash of your sarcasm. Like the Fuji magic, I don’t know why, but I enjoyed it.
Completely and utterly agree with the theory. Unfortunately I picked up an X-Pro3 and realised that ~70% of my need for an EDC/Smaller camera is filming/photographing my kiddo. And to do that I didn't quite realise how much I used the screen. Absolutely adore the x-pro3 but just not for me. Hopefully (selfishly) the x-Pro4 returns to the conventional screen and I'll upgrade from my x-e4 straight away. Currently use that as my EDC with the 18f2 and 27f2.8. Perfect.
James, Always loved Fuji gear … few years ago defected to Olympus and now my walk around camera is the Olympus Pen-f with the 45 mm f1.8. Thanks for another fun video. Cheers, Doug
great and fun lens. i use it as a walkabout on my pannie gx85. thumbs up.
Welcome to the x-pro club my friend. I hope you keep enjoying it!
Great video James. I love the humour at the end.
Great photos, loved the Brighton Pier shoot it was glowing!
Love your style James! You're one of my favorite photography vloggers. I love this style where you let us see what your eye was seeing (with GoPro) and then how the photo actually turned out after editing. One thing, and you may disagree for the fact you want us focusing on the art and not settings, but it would be helpful for us to see the exposure settings to be listed at the bottom or something. Keep up the good work! (the X-Pro3 is discontinued because they are releasing the X-Pro4 this year)
I love you have a little overview and then you’re straight into the photos, it’s so quick yet so amazing. Thank you :)
I've recently, after a long time off, gotten back into photography. I bought a Canon 5D mkii before my first child and loved it. The more children I had the less I wanted to lug around a big, heavy full frame beast, so it gathered dust for years.
I finally traded it in with the lenses and bought a Fuji xt30ii yesterday - it's so small and light. I wish I'd done it years ago!
Stunning images at the Brighton pier/beach! So satisfying to watch.
Absolutely agree! I actually bought a 5D classic for the colors as well as the 1DX. So much fun to shoot. I’ll dab into Fuji because they are also fun and unique colors.
Fuji is is fun for those who love the process of taking pictures as much as the outcome .. x100v the next one? Or perhaps film photography?
Have fun, mate 🎉
You have an amazing style and your images have such a great look and feel to them, After watching a few of your clips yesterday I was motivated this morning to brave the -3 temps and try do a little better so thank you
Always a pleasure watching your videos; they are informative and fun and you can be funny too! Take care and be safe out there....
I had an X-Pro1 then replaced it with the X-Pro3. Both lovely cameras. Easy to use, a little quirky, great fun, and super imagery.
The Xpro3 and the 27mm Pancake is exactly the setup I said was where this camera shined in my review a few years ago haha
I’m finally going to say it - out of all the many photography channels I follow, I think you have easily the best ‘eye’ of them all.
Im glad you got the Xpro 3, Fuji is definitely the go-to brand if you want to enjoy your camera.
This is the most fun and beautiful camera I used.
Looks great, holds great, lenses are great. Sometimes I miss a screen for vertical shots and for when taking pictures very close to myself. However I learned to hip fire without looking.
Best camera I’ve ever owned. It’s travelled the world with me and never fails to impress. Great video.
I’ve been looking into a new camera after years in ‘the wilderness’ just using my phone and I have been watching your channel for the last few months. It’s been really interesting and helpful… And I think I’m going to buy an xpro 1. So it’s really encouraging to hear you describe the newer one as fun. Cheers!
i can so highly recommend the X-Pro1... the old Fuji sensors are absolutely pure magic... the colors that come out of it trump even Leica digital colors... and the camera just doesn't get in your way... the X-Pro1 with the 27mm (or Viltrox 23mm for example) are a super cheap and enjoyable experience! And there's plenty on the used market in really great quality for next to nothing
Lovely shots mate, been shooting a lot around brighton and London, thanks for the motivation to start editing and posting more
I remember when the first X-Pro came out, and it really intrigued me at the time. Unfortunately I didn’t (and still don’t) have the disposable income to try it out. I’d still like to try a Fuji camera at some point. I’ve heard their colors are wonderful.
They are! I love film having grown up with it and tried and struggled with digital for so long, trying all sorts and wasting money stupidly. I have now moved from Leica via Canon and Sony to Fuji (an XT2 first then an XH1 at 1/3 new price for a mint copy) and VERY happy I did.
I’m waiting for the pro4. Hopefully they will replace the screen and have better auto focus and have the larger viewfinder of the XH2
Very enjoyable James nice camera. Nice to see the rest of the country gets rain also.
James. Really like your work and always entertaining. Am I missing something? As you point the video around I'm seeing great saturated colours and images. The moon looks great and the clouds nice and fluffy. Then you take the shot and they look washed out and like old 35mm film. Was that the aim, looking retro? Sorry, I hate being negative but I think it might be I missed something. Was it to show straight from camera images with no editing? Still enjoyed the video. Brighton used to be our go to place after parties when I was a Teen.
5:41 The gratifiti painting on the walls looked amazing.
I love your photo you got at time 5:56. It would look good in a print on a wall. thanks for sharing.
Great images. Thanks for sharing. Would love to visit Brighton some day.
Always love to see Brighton in a video!
Mate.. absolute amazing pictures. Color rendering of the fuji matches your style perfectly.
Great choice James. I love the X-Pro series. Used the X-Pro 2 for years. Fantastic camera
Looking forward to your journey with this one mate 👍
I feel the great thing about when you used the g9 was that you found it fun to use while it was your A camera!
dude, your photos in this video are insane. well done
I greatly enjoy your videos, gear-based or photo inspired. You have managed to keep my attention, which is quite a challenge as many others that I have shut down halfway through. You my friend are definitely PRO.
James, the X-Pro3 is my all-time favourite camera from Fujifilm. I've owned the X, X-E, X-T, and X-H series cameras and with the X-Pro3 they got it right. I'm mostly a street, documentary, and reportage photography who every now and then does some portrait work. The X-Pro3 fits nicely with my Leica M240 kit because I can use my M mount lenses on both cameras, with an adapter of course for the X-Pro3. Lastly, the X-Pro3 is NOT a rangefinder. It's a regular mirrorless camera with an EVF but also has an OVF to mimic a rangefinder.
The only companies making actual mirrorless rangefinders are Leica and the French company Pixii. Enjoy your X-Pro3, it's a great camera and pairs up nicely with any of the digital Leica M's in your kit.
I loved the snap at 5:26 as soon as I saw you walk up I thought "he's gotta get this one"
Nice to see that you're going with your own style rather than capitualiting to the Fujifilm look. I recommend the 16f2.8 if you want to go wide ever. Mine is basically glued to the camera. Also, the 50f2 over the 1.2 aperture one if you want to go longer.
re: own style, is there a recommendation for how to standardize styles across camera manufacturers? like a "pre-style" to get each base image to a neutral point?
I'm interested in the 16/2.8 for an X-T1 I just bought. But I've seen varying reports about it's sharpness from users. It does make Fuji's "40 mp list" though.
@@jshanni2066 The large majority of Fujifilm users are probably the most unreliable pack of nitpicky whiners tbh. The 16f2.8 is great, and if it made the 40mp list, what more do we need? A lot of people want to compare everything to full frame or the new 18f1.4, unironically ignoring the fact that those are way bigger, heavier, more expensive lenses.
I love mine, the quality is great, and the size, weight and price are amazing.
@@noahkiss Shoot in raw, import to lightroom and use the Adobe colour standard profile as a base for your edit. I imagine James does exactly that. There's no way for jpeg shooters to do it.
Why 50f2 over the 1.2 lens? Just because it's smaller?
I love my xpro3 it’s an incredible body never ever let you down super fast autofocus and amazing monitor/evf. Couldn’t ask more from an xpro, will be in my bag for the next years as my old x100 has been there for 12 years.
well done, enjoy it. I love my XT4 and will be getting one of those Pros soon enough...
Next time you feel urge to spend money for fun try Pentax KP (or K-3 Mk III if you want to spent more) and 20-40mm Limited. KP is no longer produced but should be available new somewhere on amazon and if not there is a ton of used ones.
You will have interesting time with real pentaprism DSLR and most funny lens I personally ever used. Only prime zoom I ever got into my hands (I know it sounds silly). Plus both are weathersealed and build like tanks.
If there is not a "pro" sandwich, there soon will be! Amazed you didn't stumble over another photographer in Brighton, I can think of three TH-cam channels that feature that beach on a regular basis. Really makes me wish I'd stopped when I was over the pond in Oct.! FWIW, I like the videos, gear or photos. Interesting to hear your opinions on lots of subjects, I often get a laugh or at least a smile.
Got an Xpro-3 recently and it’s my favorite camera of all time. Especially after customizing the film look myself. It’s got that IT factor that digital is generally missing from film
Great photographs! Very inspiring.
The back screen is definitely not useless. It gives me enormous pleasure. First because of what it is not. Secondly because it tells me which custom profile, white balance and ISO settings are selected before I even turn the camera on. Once the camera is turned on, it allows me to scroll through my custom profiles and select a new one without anyone seeing what I'm up to.
You seem to be getting an excellent bunch of beach shots with this camera. That’s my problem with the camera system at the moment. I am on the cusp of selling it but it’s so much fun to use. So I’m holding onto it too.
I give you a thumb up, just for the acting for square space at the end !!
Getting mine tomorrow! Cant wait!
Beautiful spot for a morning walk with camera. (Also own an x-pro3 with xf 16/2,8, Nokton 23/1,2 and Zeiss 32/1,8)
I liked the exposures from the GoPro better than the exposures from the Fuji. I think you had the exposure on the Fuji up to a stop too bright. YMMV.
I think he was going for that bright look.
Just like you, I have gone through the M4/3 to FF path and ended up all in with Fuji. You will be there soon too. Maybe will end up replacing your FF with APS C first and ultimately go to their medium format cameras
Mr Popsys - Love the framing and color grading (need I add - composition?) of the images.
Having said this, I would like to point out a few fantastic features of your Sony camera to the wonderful viewers of this channel. 1st - the rotary dial. It does so much and always comes back around for more. 2nd - I think it's the letter "M" engraved and painted on top of said rotary dial. It could be some Greek letter, though. These two things, combined with either a full manual vintage lens or a modern pancake lens, transform your thick, massive Sony branded tool into a svelte, spry, sassy little whip of a gadget that might - just might, turn out to be a ton of fun.
I realize two (or 200) tools are always better to have lying around than just one - each with a distinct use case. Gear is its own reward - own and use as much as you like. One day you may review a tool I want in my own..... Collection. Please do not devalue the end result(s) you get from whichever camera you use. I also enjoy what it is about a scene you like or are reminded of. I think the way you see the world is probably the most rewarding part of your videos. Thank you.
Really great shots James!
That lighting was incredible.
Hope you enjoy the new camera and the af is better than xpro2's. As much I love that camera it's af wasn't up to much.
Hi James, looks like there's no cure on the horizon for "GAS" but those are some very nice photos down in Brighton and also in London. APS C is a keeper format, at least according to Fuji.
Rangefinder.......look alike maybe? Nice camera no doubt. I shoot Fujifilm X-T3 & 5. I also have a Leica M10 and I've just purchased a Zorki 4K film camera. Both of these are true rangefinders via the focusing mechanisms. I'm sure you know this anyway, however It was nice to hear how much you enjoyed your experience with the X-Pro 3. Great videos keep e'm coming.
Fujifilm is my favorite camera out of all other brands. I owned an X-T3, it makes me want to go out and shoot! That's something special about Fujifilm.
Free advice: why not use fully articulate back screen but the hinge at the bottom ie the side?
Which film recipe do you use? I love the photos!!
woow the imgage coming out from this camera is stunning, no more editing needed.
Yes there is lots of videos about new gear, but the difference is you've said a bit about it then gone out and used it whilst filming, rather than just sitting in the office chatting about all its specs and features.
Means that your gear videos are like your others but just feature around a piece of kit rather than a technique, wouldn't imagine anyone is particularly bothered about the variation, I like it even though its not gear I'm after or likely to own.
I'm still enjoying my xt-3 years later. I think Fuji make cameras fun to use, and fun to experiment with too. Their autofocus (or other features) probably isn't reliable enough for professional use, but I'm only a hobbyist photographer.
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW!!!!!!
THATS M11 LIPS SYNC!!!!!!!!!!!!! ABSOLUTELY GENIUS!!!!!!!
I'd love to hear your thoughts on the X-Mount Voightlander 35mm f/1.2 lens. The 27mm you use here is great for a pancake lens, but I was much more inspired by the Voightlander and ended up selling my 27mm because of it. I'm enjoying the 35mm (50mm FF) focal length, character, and depth a little more. I've also enjoyed going back to a manual focus lens as long as I'm not working on something absolutely requiring auto-focus. As always, loving the videos!
It's a great combo, very tactile. Wide open it's silly soft, 35/1.4 far better, but from f2 it's pretty good. Really good to focus with the yellow peaking. I love it, hoping Voigtlander follow up with something around 60mm...
The 7artisans 35mm1.2 mark2 is much better, smaller and sharper at 1.2 to 2.8 and cheaper, nicer rendering
@@Swingkid14does the Artisan’s use digital communication with the body?
I do own an XPro3, I hope I don't have the LCD ribbon failure problem that some people report. It will be interesting to see if there is an XPro4, and how they address this ribbon failure problem....and of course if they will take care of XPro3 owners...so far people seem to have to pay for the repair.
Wonderful images! Welcome to the Fuji family!
Can I ask about your strap setup? looks like a braided strap attached to Peak Design anchor points?
When you were talking about the Sony being boring at the beginning of the video, it reminded me of a video you made a couple years ago about why you were quitting professional photography to focus on TH-cam. I don't remember exactly what you said but I remember the notion of it being that Professional photography was restrictive and it didn't enable you to actually enjoy taking photos. The Sony a74 seems to be that idea creeping back into your photography. Maybe you are doing more professional stuff now and I'm just not aware of it, but it is something to think about, I think.
When I got my Fuji I felt that magic. Its had its ups and downs of intensity but its still there 2 years later
It's a big, full-featured camera in a small package with a combined LCD/optical viewfinder, with superimposed, zoomable, live parallax-adjusting framelines and AF. What's not to like?
Your accountant must be having a fit.
I’ve been feeling the same about my RIII and the 24mm. I want something…fun. I’m thinking of buying the x-pro3 and the 23mm f2.
Interesting video. I prefer your images of the countryside, but it was nice to see some of the sights from Brighton. As for the camera, I wouldn't get more fun from it than I suppose I would with your Sony.
be careful , manny are breaking due to screen veiwfinder issues, mine just kicked the bucket today in Morocco. weather-sealed yes. great fun yes. durable no
Fuji is definitely a great compliment to Sony! That's my combo. XE-4 for fun and around town and A7ii for the heavier work (needs upgrading soon lol). The analog nature of the fuji is great. Really debating on jumping to the XT5.
I am debating the XT5 as well. Coming from a Sony A7ii (which I plan on keeping). I am up in the air whether to get a smaller Sony body or go for a Fuji for travel.
@@DJKISSchitown Fuji is great so far! Just be aware there aren’t as many custom buttons vs the a7ii. Can be a little tricky getting used to for some ppl.
@@rajivg9997 thank you
I love those types of vidoes especially now while i'm looking for an older camera with some quirks that are considered "weird" in this day & age,
James, did you shot your photos with a recipe? Great results.
James, I have to tell you that I'm amused with this acquisition. Looking over the history of your videos. I see that you started with full frame then went to micro 4/3 and then went back to full-frame. You have now acquired an APS-C camera (didn't see an early video where you had that but I suspect given the digital market that you may actually have started with APS-C). Your videos are a history of digital photography. However, I fully support your "a fun camera to use". My main digital cameras are a Sony A7RIII and a Leica M240. I love the Leica because of rangefinder and it isn't clinical. I also have a Sigma Quattro-H and a quirkier digital camera is hard to find. But it has its upsides also. Thanks for including us in your journey.
I'll watch it later, but come on, I'm trying to talk myself out of buying a Pro3 to stick with my T4... I'm sure this doesn't help. 😃
Correct me If I'm wrong but I don't think we can call the XPRO3 a range finder. It's just an offset view finder. It has no moving glass that's coupled and synchronized with the focusing of the lens like we can find on a Leica.
Personally I didn't like viewfinder. Don't get me wrong, it's a nice hybrid technology but not as good as I thought. I ended up using the evf most of the time.
The magnification is not enough when only using the OVF and the back eye piece opening is too small to see the whole scene when I wear my glasses and they're very small. It barely get better with contact lenses. The EVF is way more precise to frame the shot than those approximative bright lines.
3 years with an X-Pro2, followed by now almost 2 years with an X-Pro3. Love, love, love these cameras. You chose wisely.
Great choice I did a similar thing when the x100v came out. I wanted something pocketable for street photography when I was working in London. As soon as I got it lockdown happened and now I work from home! All about the timing 😂 I love it though and it’s something completely different from my Nikon kit in that it’s truly pocketable 😀
James sees the "DANGER" sign and of course, walks towards it
I mostly do videos but everytime I watch your videos, it makes me want to take more photos.