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I’m a retired gallery and publishing photographer who has shot with just about every camera make and format in the film line, to just about every camera in the digital SLR line. Recently I dumped all my big SLR gear, and went shopping around for a sharp, functional, easy to carry camera to take with me on my vacations and shooting around my environment. The Fuji X_E3 is the one! There is nothing I can’t do with this camera, and I’ve used it for technical photography through microscopes and other optical equipment due to the live HDMI output, and street and vacation photos. . It’s such a sweet little camera and a great deal for the quality and versatility! By the way, I love your photography. Nice work, nice review!
Interesting to read your comments, though long after the fact.! As a gallery photographer, do you think this camera would be good for documenting my own artwork, smaller works on paper? If yes, which lens would you most suggest?
To be honest, your complete reviews are excellent, but my favorite part is your photography! So many great shots, balance and feeling in the photos (regardless of camera and lens!).
Confession: I watch your vids and follow you on IG for your high art quality, you do BW that looks right, you're extremely rational and .... the dog. She's awesome :)
Having owned both cameras (plus several Fujifilm bodies over the years) I can say the the x100 series is my favorite camera of all time. When I look back at my portfolio I'm most proud of the photos from my x100 because they "just captured the moment." For me the fixed focal length forces me to prioritize the composition and think outside the box. The x100 has a tactile advantage of being more intuitive than any other camera I have every owned. I hardly ever need to dive into a menu. Buttons, knobs and switches all perfectly placed in an arrangement that becomes second nature. I never shot a lot with flash but the leaf shutter allows for some ridiculous flash sync speeds, allowing you to throw some additional light on a backlit subject with the onboard (or my hot shoe Nissin flash). I shoot more backlit subjects now due to the leaf shutter. I also LOVE LOVE LOVE the ND filter. With a simple click of an Fn button I can hit the ND filter and shoot wide open (f/2) in broad daylight. Lastly, the size and design of this camera make it so easy to carry that it's with me everywhere I go. I mean the XE-3 with the 18mm f2 is quite small but the x100f has the edge. Plus the 18mm focal length is a little wide for most purposes. It's not a camera for all but it's perfect for me. Kudos Fujifilm! I'll take this camera to the grave.
How did you learn to see the good light? The fact that you can makes your images very special. I am basically still a beginner, but I can see the magic in your pictures because of that.
I just bought a second-hand X-E3 and have to say that it works absolutely great in 2023... the sensor is good enough, the camera works like a charm. So in love with my purchase.
I am also a big fan of the XE series of Fuji cameras and use the X-E3 with the Fuji f2 lenses - 23mm, 35mm and 50mm. Even with those smaller lenses, though, I find the accessory grip and the Lensmate thumb grip improve the handling immeasurably. Especially since the thumb grip keeps you from accidentally activating the Q menu.
Five reasons to subscribe to Mattias Burling: 1. Voice over: I really enjoy your narration. If English is your second language then well done, your inflection is perfect. You are the Werner Herzog of camera reviews! 2. Composition: I love the composition of your photos, your use of light and dark. Also your colour grading is superb - very visually pleasing. 3. Brevity: your reviews don’t outstay their welcome. Concise and to the point. 4. B-roll: you obviously put tonnes of work gathering lots of photos and video to make your reviews super interesting. 5. Information: loads of relevant info presented in easy to understand language. This Fuji XE3 just the latest example... by the end of your review it was all I could do not to pull out my credit card and order the thing! Keep up the great work - you have earned yourself another subscriber (and hopefully many more).
Just wow! Your photos are always so beautiful and You comment over them about the gear as they are just coming from nowhere. Very inspiering, thank You.
I bought the x100f a month ago. I had the x100t, so knew its limitations, but now I regret the decision and wish I'd gotten the x-E3. I love the ISO dial and built in ND filter, but aside from that, I miss the touch screen and ability to change lenses (I have the adapter lenses which don't change focal length much). Posting this comment for anyone else out there making the decision.
it's all about how the photographer wants to use the camera, I have an x-e3 which is beautiful and now i'm thinking of getting an x100f because of the ease of use and not having to worry about buying other lenses as i only take travel photos most of the time.
Susan Bowen on the x100f since you can't change lenses if something bad happens to the lens like bad scratches or you drop and the lens crack or the metal bends its pretty much useless no?
Your comment comparing this camera to the X100F - I think you're right but it was a big call and likely the subject of flaming wars on forums, but you manage to communicate it so well! Well done.
I love my XF 18mm, I didn't even know there were haters! I gave my son the 27mm as with the 18 and the 35 f 1:1.4 I rarely used it, even though the tiny form factor makes the camera so pocketable on my X-M1. Now the 18mm lives on the X-M1 body and I use retro glass, or my 55-200 on the X-Pro1.
Hi Mattias, I have recently bought into the Fuji system- five weeks ago- based largely on your channel. I got a mint condition XE2s and XT2 for bargain prices and am really pleased with them. I love the physical controls and to be able to just look down and see my settings, without having to dive into menus to change things. The XT2 reminds me very much of my old Pentax MZ-5 film camera of the late 90s (I think maybe Fuji copied the design!). I only have two lenses at the moment- the 18mm f2 and the 27mm f2.8, but am going to get the 35mm f1.4 too, as I'm a prime shooter. I agree with you about the 18mm- it's a great lens and I love it! Love your channel and keep up the good work! Best wishes.
Ruben Kapelle How’s the autofocus on the x-pro 1 for portraits? I’m interested in getting it in the next few weeks and I’ve heard mixed views about how much the updates have improved it
Sam Hipps About one out of ten pictures would missed focus for no reason even you have the green box and beep confirmation. And it is hard to tell from the back of the screen unless you zoom in 100%. But colors are the best among the xtrans especially if you like the film look of the old Fuji S5 Pro files. Dynamic range is no where as good as the XT2.
For my money the x-pro 1 is the best bang for the buck at about 200 euros. The software updates have made it a much more reliable camera, although not perfect I find it miss very few photos I take of billiards and that's in dimly lit pool halls.
john fragos that was body only and I had to bargain it down to that on a website here in Ireland if you live here have a look, adverts.ie. you can get great deals if you look hard at every website. I saw a ad on eBay just now, at ~210 euros posted with a day left for bids. Good luck finding the camera you want.
Coni Glione yeah mines a bit scrached up but I don't care about cosmetics when the price was that good plus it came in the original box. I found that I needed a fast lens for the pool halls I was photographing so I got the 35/1.4. The only f1.4 I saw drop down to the 400 Euro mark, but my grandfathers old yashica 50/1.4 is also great for slower shooting. Those vintage m42 lenses are a nice cheap experience and I like the digital punch in of the "shoot without lens" function. In hindsight the f2 lenses like the 23/2 are great and I can see why they get the glowing reviews. Good to hear the 18mm isn't a dud. For anyone on a tight budget like me nothing comes close in the fuji line of cameras, and I don't know if I'll ever be able to stomach the price increase for the x-pro 2 even if I had the money I think for me it's better spent on fuji's terrific lenses.
I've used the X-E2 for years, it was my favorite camera in combination with the 27mm. When the x-e3 was announced I was SO excited. I literally thought i wouldnt need any other camera in my bag. There's just one thing that is absolutely ruining the entire experience for me. The thumbstick. It's a recipe for disaster, sticks out, will brake easy, let in dirt, dust and moist easy and already sticks since the first two weeks of using it. It's not accurate and sensitive to accidental touches. For this reason only, I still rather shoot with my X-E2. I really, really, really hope that if they ever release an x-e3s they will bring back the regular buttons so I can still have my dream camera.
I was on the fence about this for a bit but what did it for me was the ability to change lens, it's compact size, and better support. I felt burned by owing the X100T and didn't want to shell out such an investment for the F for fuji to do the same again. With the E3 and the 23mm, 35 and 50 F2 WR it makes for a lovely do it all for what i need it for. From portraits with HSS to street and landscape it's almost a no brainer for me.
On the basis of this I bought the xe3. I really haven’t been disappointed and am grateful I didn’t splash out for the Leica Q on the basis I switch from the 18mm (27mm) to the 23mm(35mm) too often........ really good reviews!!!!!thankyou
I'm seriously considering buying one after watching your review, not to mention that your photography is excellent and is inspiring; rekindling my love for photography. I bought one back in November 2018 and I’m so pleased with, I also got a used 27mm, 18mm, 35 f1.4 and a refurbished 55-230mm as its nice and light and was a bargain at the time. Thanks
Thank you for this video and your enthusiasm. After weeks of scratching my head in deciding which Fujifilm camera to get back into photography with (street/general) after years away, I have already settled on the XE3 but this has helped confirm my decision. As an Englishman in Spain, I can't wait to capture the towns and cities I intend to adventure to! Liked & Subscribed 👍
I love my x-e2 + 27mm combo. I feel like the x-e2, x-e2s and x-e3 are completely under-appreciated in the x-series lineup. Hidden gems :) So thanks for giving them some much-deserved praise!
They really are. The XE series has always been ignored but that’s good for use since prices go down pretty quickly after release :) ideally in a perfect world, I would like to own one of each line
The 27mm is why I got the similar (diiiirrrt cheap) X-E2 to try fuji. It's a great, practical lens. The XE-2 & 3 would be something if they were a bit smaller and rounded. I can *almost* get it in my pocket... As you say, this would really be something if it were the size of the GR (or my favoriter, Coolpix A).
Really good run-thru of the E3, looks like great pocketable changeable lens camera. But bro, I really watch your vids cos your images are so Fxxxxx gorgeous
I'm glad to hear that you like the 18 f/2 as well. I don't know why it gets so much hate. I've been wanting to get one mainly for the size. Yeah my XT2 isn't as small as your XE3, but putting the 18mm on would make it compact enough to carry around everyday. The best part? It's a really affordable on the used market. I've seen it around $250.
Fantastic little camera. As an die hard Pentaxian, I have to say that it is fantastic. Small, light and tactile. And that Fuji Iso grain/noice is just film like beutiful, that makes me wanna shot high iso. Most usefull grain I ever ever seen from a digital camera.
Watched it again! Still great! "I wouldn't use this camera for professional sports gigs, and if I'm being honest, I wouldn't even consider mirrorless at all." It's funny how technology changes our perception and how we photograph; ie, EOS R. 20years ago, I never could have imagined what cameras can do today. 30yrs ago, I only looked at lenses and considered cameras to only change very little over time.
I purchased this Fujifilm X-E3 three years ago. I still use it nearly every day. At the time, I was getting back into photography and had used some of the earlier digital cameras with low resolution from the early part of the 2000's. I had used Fujifilm so I wanted to stick with the brand. I had no idea how the camera worked, or even if I liked it. I made myself a promise that I would sell it if I did not take to digital photography or would trade up. Well, neither happened. The camera works with most every lens and situation that I throw its way. I have used it with Leica lenses, Rollei, M42 vintage, Voigtlander and others. I will be using this camera until it stops working. At some point, I would like to get a Fujifilm camera that has more vintage film template add-ons, but that is not my priority.
@@kena9595 the 23mmn f2 is a fantastic lens. ultra sharp and great for Street photography. but can be used just about anywhere. its also so small you can just throw it in a pocket.
excellent review! My beloved x-t20 broke and Fuji wanted $380 to repair it, so I'll be bidding on the x-e3 very soon! the e4 is out, but I don't like how minimalistic it is
I just ordered a new one of these at a great price from the best camera store in New Zealand. Thanks for the wonderful video ... actually your whole channel is awesome :)
Here you have another lover of the XF 18mm. Color rendition of this lens is something unique. I can't either understand all the bashing on this lens. May be the pixel-peeping scourge... Good rev. by the way but i don't find the grip in the XE3 so confy, I find it rather scant, however the aesthetics are top of the notch.
I'm new with the fujifilm system and I just bought this sexy and sleek design mirrorless a week ago and it's awesome!, i didn't regret choosing it over x-T20 :). Combined with 18-55mm kitlens it delivers freaking great photos :)
Superb review! With the E4 just around the corner, I'm now in second thoughts about going ahead with the S10 I just booked. Truly a compact powerhouse of a camera this
@@zzzzzzz9077 yeah definitely. And yeah. I think I've had more fun on this camera than I did with the Sony (plan to use the Sony A7 for behind the scenes work). If you can't afford an X Pro camera then the X-E3 is your best and closest bet.
Traded in my X100F some time ago to buy the XE3 and haven’t looked back. Use the XE3 as a 2nd body next to my XT2 or as a stand alone camera for “light” trips/walks. Works best with smaller primes such as the 23 or 35mm lenses, but I also use it with the 56mm 1.2. Would prefer if it had a flip screen instead of a touch screen; other than that, love it.
I am just about to get one. Normally I shoot with Canon, but I like Fuji very much. You are a great photographer by the way, the photos are very very good!
Love your channel and took your advice to pair the Fuji xe3 and the Fuji 27mm. Love it! Had a Fuji x100f and agree with your assessment that xe3 is a better setup vs the x100 due to the lens options. The 27mm fits perfectly, smaller than the x100f and prefer the 27mm focal length over the 23mm.
World you please mind sharing some of your settings for jpeg? I generally shoot in colour, but I've been loving your black and whites. And which program do you use for post processing? Thanks a lot, once again! Big fan!
Or the XE1 LOL , personally debated over this or the Xpro2 but was able to pick up the Xpro2 for $800 US about 4 months now. Enjoying it. Focusing on using just one or 2 lenses for each time I want to shoot. I was finding with to many lens choices it would actually discourage my shooting. Making a commitment to seeing if I can use one prime lens instead of carrying and changing the 4 lenses and another body Panosonic GX85. Just a exercise that is almost like a challenge for myself. Love your work.
I’ve been watching this same video over many times simply because i just like this video. Love the music! I’ve been shooting with my X-T1 and thinking of getting a second body, do you think this is still a great body to have especially I can get a used one with a bargain?
Damian Brown Yeah I had the 16mm. Image quality is absolutely spectacular. But I still kept grabbing for the 18mm as it could always tag along in the pocket when using a longer lens.
I see you use 18mm. Can i find somewhere your brief opinion about it? I think about pairing it with 35mm f2. Sounds like good combo? Edit: i just finished video, looks like you like it 😂
Got mine a week ago as a second shooter (next to my a7ii) and I‘m in love. The picture Quality is AMAZING and the simulations are just lovely. And that in such a tiny body?! It‘s grotesque how small this with the 7artisans 25f1.8 is. Couldn’t be happier with my setup now :).
I have appreciated your videos and your way of presenting themes and issues for quite a while now and would love to see one on how to set up an XE3 for zone focussing...
The XE3 has been my favorite camera purchase to date. I agree with most everything you said, but I hate the touchscreen with a passion, I immediately turned it off and reprogrammed the functions.
@@MORTISu If you turn on the eye-sensor the lcd will be turned off automatically as soon as your eye approaches the VF. This function is designed to help to reduce unintentional activation of the touchscreen.
Hi Mattias. I saw your video on the 'old' sony a7. I'm trying to evaluate, if I should get the this X-E3 or an older used a7 or a7r. Do you have any advice? Great videos by the way, and fantastic pictures. :)
This is a really interesting video and presents the camera very well indeed. The modular approach is definitely a wonderful advantage. I wholly agree, though I cannot comment on the X-E3, it improves the comfort and usability X-T20 greatly with heavier and/or adapted lenses.
Cheers for the great footage. Can you use the camera when charging the battery? Was wondering if one can shoot a day-to-night timelapse and just connect a power bank to the cam to extend battery life?
this is simply amazing, with only able to follow the main "flag ship" fuji bodies its always great to see reviews like this that show fuji is quite fair when creating smaller , cheaper, model cameras.
Hey Mattias 😁 Im soon getting this camera! How do you carry it around for street photography? im looking for ways to carry it everwhere i go. Do you have any recomendations?
Hey sir.. I'm really on the verge on buying this camera. What lens would you recommend on attaching to this? Love your videos. The music, your voice and specially your shots.
I've watched a lot of videos these last weeks when looking for a camera to get back to photography after some years, and because of you (it's a good thing) I bought an X-E3 this week and got the 27mm f2.8 for free with it, couldn't be happier with the cost-benefit. My last camera, 5+ years ago, was a fuji and I like the system, so was a good return. now, one question, do you use (or used to use) which simulations? I'm curious about your bw settings or it's just post? I also came back today to remember which lens you prefer instead of the 16mm :) let me now google for the 18mm f2 keep up the good work. oh your videos also helped me a lot to decide in start some money jar to buy a Leica ;)
Opinion X-E2/s vs X-E3? I like the price on the xe2 but the fact that I can use Fuji X RAW Studio with the xe3 is making me lean towards the 3. The price though. I'm a Nikon shooter and am looking at getting this for a trip in March.
Please do a detail comparison between xT20 and XE3. If I ask you to consider ampng XT2, XT20 and XE3 keeping in head that a light camera with better grip and excellent video quality ( given that fuji's image quality is awesome) with good battery life which one of these cameras you will choose?
This is one of the best channels on the web. I have the xpro2 and love it, but to be honest, I rarely use the optical and/or hybrid viewfinder. So when the new mini Medium Format xpro camera comes out, I may buy it if I can afford it and get an Xe3 instead of the xpro2.
Nice shots, my fave fuji was the xe-1, love the rendition for street shots better than my xt-1. Anyways, hanging on with my A7III Z 35 Sonnar and Z 35 Distagon. Heaven! Enjoy the XE-3!
I bought the GF1 years ago and it was a fantastic combo with the 20mm 1.7. I loved it. But I lost it one night. Only last year I bought another GF1 body again, but it did seem to have aged, my love for it wasn’t quite as pronounced. I think this X-E3 with a pancake or two is a modern equivalent of that GF1, with some big updates to image quality and other nice additions like the viewfinder. Even though Panasonic continue to push things out, this sleek little X-E3, to me, speaks more to the old GF1 than any of the modern Lumix cameras for some reason...
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I’m a retired gallery and publishing photographer who has shot with just about every camera make and format in the film line, to just about every camera in the digital SLR line. Recently I dumped all my big SLR gear, and went shopping around for a sharp, functional, easy to carry camera to take with me on my vacations and shooting around my environment. The Fuji X_E3 is the one! There is nothing I can’t do with this camera, and I’ve used it for technical photography through microscopes and other optical equipment due to the live HDMI output, and street and vacation photos. . It’s such a sweet little camera and a great deal for the quality and versatility! By the way, I love your photography. Nice work, nice review!
Interesting to read your comments, though long after the fact.! As a gallery photographer, do you think this camera would be good for documenting my own artwork, smaller works on paper? If yes, which lens would you most suggest?
To be honest, your complete reviews are excellent, but my favorite part is your photography! So many great shots, balance and feeling in the photos (regardless of camera and lens!).
The voice of martias burling makes me SOOOO calm:-)
Confession: I watch your vids and follow you on IG for your high art quality, you do BW that looks right, you're extremely rational and .... the dog. She's awesome :)
Having owned both cameras (plus several Fujifilm bodies over the years) I can say the the x100 series is my favorite camera of all time. When I look back at my portfolio I'm most proud of the photos from my x100 because they "just captured the moment." For me the fixed focal length forces me to prioritize the composition and think outside the box. The x100 has a tactile advantage of being more intuitive than any other camera I have every owned. I hardly ever need to dive into a menu. Buttons, knobs and switches all perfectly placed in an arrangement that becomes second nature. I never shot a lot with flash but the leaf shutter allows for some ridiculous flash sync speeds, allowing you to throw some additional light on a backlit subject with the onboard (or my hot shoe Nissin flash). I shoot more backlit subjects now due to the leaf shutter. I also LOVE LOVE LOVE the ND filter. With a simple click of an Fn button I can hit the ND filter and shoot wide open (f/2) in broad daylight. Lastly, the size and design of this camera make it so easy to carry that it's with me everywhere I go. I mean the XE-3 with the 18mm f2 is quite small but the x100f has the edge. Plus the 18mm focal length is a little wide for most purposes. It's not a camera for all but it's perfect for me. Kudos Fujifilm! I'll take this camera to the grave.
How did you learn to see the good light? The fact that you can makes your images very special. I am basically still a beginner, but I can see the magic in your pictures because of that.
no reply this :-(
I prefer x100f more because of that ovf and i prefer fixed lens like x100f or ricoh GRII for everyday carry
I just bought a second-hand X-E3 and have to say that it works absolutely great in 2023... the sensor is good enough, the camera works like a charm. So in love with my purchase.
I am also a big fan of the XE series of Fuji cameras and use the X-E3 with the Fuji f2 lenses - 23mm, 35mm and 50mm. Even with those smaller lenses, though, I find the accessory grip and the Lensmate thumb grip improve the handling immeasurably. Especially since the thumb grip keeps you from accidentally activating the Q menu.
Still have my used X-E2 and I love it but I'm pretty sure the 3 will be my next camera. Great video as always.
Just got my xe2 in 2021. For around $220. I love it
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1. Voice over: I really enjoy your narration. If English is your second language then well done, your inflection is perfect. You are the Werner Herzog of camera reviews!
2. Composition: I love the composition of your photos, your use of light and dark. Also your colour grading is superb - very visually pleasing.
3. Brevity: your reviews don’t outstay their welcome. Concise and to the point.
4. B-roll: you obviously put tonnes of work gathering lots of photos and video to make your reviews super interesting.
5. Information: loads of relevant info presented in easy to understand language. This Fuji XE3 just the latest example... by the end of your review it was all I could do not to pull out my credit card and order the thing!
Keep up the great work - you have earned yourself another subscriber (and hopefully many more).
Just wow! Your photos are always so beautiful and You comment over them about the gear as they are just coming from nowhere. Very inspiering, thank You.
I bought the x100f a month ago. I had the x100t, so knew its limitations, but now I regret the decision and wish I'd gotten the x-E3. I love the ISO dial and built in ND filter, but aside from that, I miss the touch screen and ability to change lenses (I have the adapter lenses which don't change focal length much). Posting this comment for anyone else out there making the decision.
it's all about how the photographer wants to use the camera, I have an x-e3 which is beautiful and now i'm thinking of getting an x100f because of the ease of use and not having to worry about buying other lenses as i only take travel photos most of the time.
The x100f can't change lenses? Coz I'm planning to buy which is better..
just bought the xe3 cause the x100f is way much expensive, the xe3 is also a great deal with advance features..
Susan Bowen on the x100f since you can't change lenses if something bad happens to the lens like bad scratches or you drop and the lens crack or the metal bends its pretty much useless no?
7:04 oh my, you did it.
Your comment comparing this camera to the X100F - I think you're right but it was a big call and likely the subject of flaming wars on forums, but you manage to communicate it so well! Well done.
I love my XF 18mm, I didn't even know there were haters! I gave my son the 27mm as with the 18 and the 35 f 1:1.4 I rarely used it, even though the tiny form factor makes the camera so pocketable on my X-M1. Now the 18mm lives on the X-M1 body and I use retro glass, or my 55-200 on the X-Pro1.
Love your vids, respect your opinion, and very grateful for the things you taught me about photography. I tried both, preferred the X100F :)
agree with you, i still love my x100f too 😉
Came for the review, stayed, liked and followed for the absolutely beautiful photography!
I've been rocking the combo XE1 & 27mm for years. Nimble, light and easy to use. No complaint here...
I'm thinking of going down that road myself. Are you happy in terms of sharpness and the overall performance of the 27?
Hi Mattias, I have recently bought into the Fuji system- five weeks ago- based largely on your channel. I got a mint condition XE2s and XT2 for bargain prices and am really pleased with them. I love the physical controls and to be able to just look down and see my settings, without having to dive into menus to change things. The XT2 reminds me very much of my old Pentax MZ-5 film camera of the late 90s (I think maybe Fuji copied the design!). I only have two lenses at the moment- the 18mm f2 and the 27mm f2.8, but am going to get the 35mm f1.4 too, as I'm a prime shooter. I agree with you about the 18mm- it's a great lens and I love it! Love your channel and keep up the good work! Best wishes.
Excellent review the XF 18mm is also one of my favourite lenses which ever Fuji body I shoot with 😊
18mm is the most hated lens? Good lord. Its a decent lens
Great job! It took 2 viewings to finally help me decide between the 100f and xe3. Thanks
What did you decide and why?
Still using my x-pro 1 it's an amazing camera and the output is unlike anything else
Ruben Kapelle How’s the autofocus on the x-pro 1 for portraits? I’m interested in getting it in the next few weeks and I’ve heard mixed views about how much the updates have improved it
Sam Hipps About one out of ten pictures would missed focus for no reason even you have the green box and beep confirmation. And it is hard to tell from the back of the screen unless you zoom in 100%. But colors are the best among the xtrans especially if you like the film look of the old Fuji S5 Pro files. Dynamic range is no where as good as the XT2.
For my money the x-pro 1 is the best bang for the buck at about 200 euros. The software updates have made it a much more reliable camera, although not perfect I find it miss very few photos I take of billiards and that's in dimly lit pool halls.
john fragos that was body only and I had to bargain it down to that on a website here in Ireland if you live here have a look, adverts.ie. you can get great deals if you look hard at every website. I saw a ad on eBay just now, at ~210 euros posted with a day left for bids. Good luck finding the camera you want.
Coni Glione yeah mines a bit scrached up but I don't care about cosmetics when the price was that good plus it came in the original box.
I found that I needed a fast lens for the pool halls I was photographing so I got the 35/1.4. The only f1.4 I saw drop down to the 400 Euro mark, but my grandfathers old yashica 50/1.4 is also great for slower shooting. Those vintage m42 lenses are a nice cheap experience and I like the digital punch in of the "shoot without lens" function.
In hindsight the f2 lenses like the 23/2 are great and I can see why they get the glowing reviews. Good to hear the 18mm isn't a dud. For anyone on a tight budget like me nothing comes close in the fuji line of cameras, and I don't know if I'll ever be able to stomach the price increase for the x-pro 2 even if I had the money I think for me it's better spent on fuji's terrific lenses.
I've used the X-E2 for years, it was my favorite camera in combination with the 27mm. When the x-e3 was announced I was SO excited. I literally thought i wouldnt need any other camera in my bag. There's just one thing that is absolutely ruining the entire experience for me. The thumbstick. It's a recipe for disaster, sticks out, will brake easy, let in dirt, dust and moist easy and already sticks since the first two weeks of using it. It's not accurate and sensitive to accidental touches.
For this reason only, I still rather shoot with my X-E2. I really, really, really hope that if they ever release an x-e3s they will bring back the regular buttons so I can still have my dream camera.
Joep van Aert I have a xe2 and was thinking about going with the xe3 but if it’s as bad as you say it is idk know 🤔
Also LOVED my XE2 but this new XE3 other than the newer sensor doesn't quite have me wanting to buy it..
Im sorry to say that I wish against your wish ;)
I was on the fence about this for a bit but what did it for me was the ability to change lens, it's compact size, and better support. I felt burned by owing the X100T and didn't want to shell out such an investment for the F for fuji to do the same again. With the E3 and the 23mm, 35 and 50 F2 WR it makes for a lovely do it all for what i need it for. From portraits with HSS to street and landscape it's almost a no brainer for me.
Idk what it is but the shots at 2:44 and 2:47 are my favorites from this video. I’m a sucker for that. Great shots!
On the basis of this I bought the xe3. I really haven’t been disappointed and am grateful I didn’t splash out for the Leica Q on the basis I switch from the 18mm (27mm) to the 23mm(35mm) too often........ really good reviews!!!!!thankyou
This channel is underrated
I'm glad your said it's your favourite, because I've just bought one!
Great Review!!! Difficult to find such amazing Fuji reviews.
Yeah I just went to the Camera store. There are so many variants of its mirrorless. I might choose a Fuji over the leica Q for my future Camera.
I'm seriously considering buying one after watching your review, not to mention that your photography is excellent and is inspiring; rekindling my love for photography.
I bought one back in November 2018 and I’m so pleased with, I also got a used 27mm, 18mm, 35 f1.4 and a refurbished 55-230mm as its nice and light and was a bargain at the time. Thanks
Thank you for this video and your enthusiasm. After weeks of scratching my head in deciding which Fujifilm camera to get back into photography with (street/general) after years away, I have already settled on the XE3 but this has helped confirm my decision. As an Englishman in Spain, I can't wait to capture the towns and cities I intend to adventure to! Liked & Subscribed 👍
Nice review and awesome photos! I too love the 27mm on my XE2!
'I sold my 16mm f1.4 after (18mm f2.0) getting it.' Absolute madman.
Man those photos... Each and every one was stunning... ❤️😍 SUBSCRIBED... I'm here from Camera Conspiracies btw.. Great videos... Keep 'em coming...
I love my x-e2 + 27mm combo. I feel like the x-e2, x-e2s and x-e3 are completely under-appreciated in the x-series lineup. Hidden gems :)
So thanks for giving them some much-deserved praise!
They really are. The XE series has always been ignored but that’s good for use since prices go down pretty quickly after release :) ideally in a perfect world, I would like to own one of each line
Got one at 400 dollar.. Is it worth?
The 27mm is why I got the similar (diiiirrrt cheap) X-E2 to try fuji. It's a great, practical lens. The XE-2 & 3 would be something if they were a bit smaller and rounded. I can *almost* get it in my pocket... As you say, this would really be something if it were the size of the GR (or my favoriter, Coolpix A).
Really good run-thru of the E3, looks like great pocketable changeable lens camera. But bro, I really watch your vids cos your images are so Fxxxxx gorgeous
Thank for another positive review! Shows that the world is how you look at it. And yes the x-e3 is actually a fantastic little workhorse!.
I agree with you, 18mmf2 is great. Actually is the only lensa that keeps me with a Fuji camera.
what camera do you use?
Just bought one cuz of this video!! Such honest reviews!
I'm glad to hear that you like the 18 f/2 as well. I don't know why it gets so much hate. I've been wanting to get one mainly for the size. Yeah my XT2 isn't as small as your XE3, but putting the 18mm on would make it compact enough to carry around everyday. The best part? It's a really affordable on the used market. I've seen it around $250.
My 18mm basically lives on my X-Pro3 - I love the focal length and just don't get the hate.
Do you still enjoy the 27mm? Ok with no aperture ring?
Been hunting for one, but it seems to be very popular on used market.
Fantastic little camera. As an die hard Pentaxian, I have to say that it is fantastic. Small, light and tactile. And that Fuji Iso grain/noice is just film like beutiful, that makes me wanna shot high iso. Most usefull grain I ever ever seen from a digital camera.
Ended up going with the x-e3! Thank you for your video :)
Awesome. Love the new music too!
Watched it again! Still great!
"I wouldn't use this camera for professional sports gigs, and if I'm being honest, I wouldn't even consider mirrorless at all." It's funny how technology changes our perception and how we photograph; ie, EOS R. 20years ago, I never could have imagined what cameras can do today. 30yrs ago, I only looked at lenses and considered cameras to only change very little over time.
I purchased this Fujifilm X-E3 three years ago. I still use it nearly every day. At the time, I was getting back into photography and had used some of the earlier digital cameras with low resolution from the early part of the 2000's. I had used Fujifilm so I wanted to stick with the brand.
I had no idea how the camera worked, or even if I liked it. I made myself a promise that I would sell it if I did not take to digital photography or would trade up. Well, neither happened. The camera works with most every lens and situation that I throw its way. I have used it with Leica lenses, Rollei, M42 vintage, Voigtlander and others.
I will be using this camera until it stops working. At some point, I would like to get a Fujifilm camera that has more vintage film template add-ons, but that is not my priority.
thinking of getting one of these as a secondry to my X-H1
That's my same situation. Mine is coming Friday with the f/2 23mm.
@@kena9595 the 23mmn f2 is a fantastic lens. ultra sharp and great for Street photography. but can be used just about anywhere. its also so small you can just throw it in a pocket.
I bought the XE3 because of you. So far I'm super happy. The only thing that bothers me is no weather sealing... so I ran away every time I see rain
AlreadyTiredOfYou I just cover it with my hand and keep shooting :)
Mattias Burling guess I'll get more comfortable with the time :)
excellent review! My beloved x-t20 broke and Fuji wanted $380 to repair it, so I'll be bidding on the x-e3 very soon! the e4 is out, but I don't like how minimalistic it is
I just ordered a new one of these at a great price from the best camera store in New Zealand. Thanks for the wonderful video ... actually your whole channel is awesome :)
Here you have another lover of the XF 18mm. Color rendition of this lens is something unique. I can't either understand all the bashing on this lens. May be the pixel-peeping scourge...
Good rev. by the way but i don't find the grip in the XE3 so confy, I find it rather scant, however the aesthetics are top of the notch.
Xe3 is my first mirror less camera, and I love it !
Nice video! Still have the XE1, but maybe next year when the prices go down, get the xe3 or maybe the xt3?
Mattias! Would you recommend the xe2 over the xe3? Love your videos sir
I'm new with the fujifilm system and I just bought this sexy and sleek design mirrorless a week ago and it's awesome!, i didn't regret choosing it over x-T20 :). Combined with 18-55mm kitlens it delivers freaking great photos :)
Superb review! With the E4 just around the corner, I'm now in second thoughts about going ahead with the S10 I just booked. Truly a compact powerhouse of a camera this
I currently use the X-E1. Love the camera. Will probably jump to the X-E3 soon as price dropped even further.
@@zzzzzzz9077 haha. That was a long time ago. Sold the XE1 bought a Sony A7 and a few months back I finally bought the X-E3, my lockdown purchase.
@@zzzzzzz9077 yeah definitely. And yeah. I think I've had more fun on this camera than I did with the Sony (plan to use the Sony A7 for behind the scenes work).
If you can't afford an X Pro camera then the X-E3 is your best and closest bet.
Traded in my X100F some time ago to buy the XE3 and haven’t looked back. Use the XE3 as a 2nd body next to my XT2 or as a stand alone camera for “light” trips/walks. Works best with smaller primes such as the 23 or 35mm lenses, but I also use it with the 56mm 1.2. Would prefer if it had a flip screen instead of a touch screen; other than that, love it.
I am just about to get one. Normally I shoot with Canon, but I like Fuji very much. You are a great photographer by the way, the photos are very very good!
Love your channel and took your advice to pair the Fuji xe3 and the Fuji 27mm.
Love it!
Had a Fuji x100f and agree with your assessment that xe3 is a better setup vs the x100 due to the lens options. The 27mm fits perfectly, smaller than the x100f and prefer the 27mm focal length over the 23mm.
World you please mind sharing some of your settings for jpeg? I generally shoot in colour, but I've been loving your black and whites.
And which program do you use for post processing?
Thanks a lot, once again! Big fan!
AlreadyTiredOfYou I never shoot jpeg and edit in Lightroom. Nothing fancy, mostly simple luma adjustments.
How is it today for a Fuji beginner? Can you recommend the X-E3 today?
Absolutely 👍
Or the XE1
LOL , personally debated over this or the Xpro2 but was able to pick up the Xpro2 for $800 US about 4 months now. Enjoying it. Focusing on using just one or 2 lenses for each time I want to shoot. I was finding with to many lens choices it would actually discourage my shooting. Making a commitment to seeing if I can use one prime lens instead of carrying and changing the 4 lenses and another body Panosonic GX85. Just a exercise that is almost like a challenge for myself. Love your work.
I’ve been watching this same video over many times simply because i just like this video. Love the music! I’ve been shooting with my X-T1 and thinking of getting a second body, do you think this is still a great body to have especially I can get a used one with a bargain?
It's a sweet thing :D And some deserved love for the 18mm :D
Damian Brown yeah its definitely a lens worth owning as a small and light wide angle :)
I'm on my second! Changed it for the wider 14mm... loved the 16mm but the size and quality of the 18 just kept calling me back so I bought another!
Damian Brown Yeah I had the 16mm. Image quality is absolutely spectacular. But I still kept grabbing for the 18mm as it could always tag along in the pocket when using a longer lens.
I see you use 18mm. Can i find somewhere your brief opinion about it? I think about pairing it with 35mm f2. Sounds like good combo? Edit: i just finished video, looks like you like it 😂
Thanks Mattias for a great video!
For someone moving from iPhone photography to camera - would you recommend used x100F or xe3 with a 27mm pancake?
Got mine a week ago as a second shooter (next to my a7ii) and I‘m in love. The picture Quality is AMAZING and the simulations are just lovely. And that in such a tiny body?! It‘s grotesque how small this with the 7artisans 25f1.8 is. Couldn’t be happier with my setup now :).
would you say it's pocketable?
@@ErikvonStrongber with a pancake? Totally.
I have appreciated your videos and your way of presenting themes and issues for quite a while now and would love to see one on how to set up an XE3 for zone focussing...
The XE3 has been my favorite camera purchase to date.
I agree with most everything you said, but I hate the touchscreen with a passion, I immediately turned it off and reprogrammed the functions.
I as well disabled the touchscreen. Being left eye dominant, my nose kept activating functions or changing focus point.
@@MORTISu The eye-sensor doesn't help?
@@유도마-v2r : Doesn't help what?
@@MORTISu If you turn on the eye-sensor the lcd will be turned off automatically as soon as your eye approaches the VF. This function is designed to help to reduce unintentional activation of the touchscreen.
Hi Mattias. I saw your video on the 'old' sony a7. I'm trying to evaluate, if I should get the this X-E3 or an older used a7 or a7r. Do you have any advice?
Great videos by the way, and fantastic pictures. :)
Both are great, go with instinct.
This is a really interesting video and presents the camera very well indeed.
The modular approach is definitely a wonderful advantage. I wholly agree, though I cannot comment on the X-E3, it improves the comfort and usability X-T20 greatly with heavier and/or adapted lenses.
Cheers for the great footage. Can you use the camera when charging the battery? Was wondering if one can shoot a day-to-night timelapse and just connect a power bank to the cam to extend battery life?
this is simply amazing, with only able to follow the main "flag ship" fuji bodies its always great to see reviews like this that show fuji is quite fair when creating smaller , cheaper, model cameras.
Hey Mattias 😁
Im soon getting this camera! How do you carry it around for street photography? im looking for ways to carry it everwhere i go. Do you have any recomendations?
Hey sir.. I'm really on the verge on buying this camera. What lens would you recommend on attaching to this? Love your videos. The music, your voice and specially your shots.
I've watched a lot of videos these last weeks when looking for a camera to get back to photography after some years, and because of you (it's a good thing) I bought an X-E3 this week and got the 27mm f2.8 for free with it, couldn't be happier with the cost-benefit. My last camera, 5+ years ago, was a fuji and I like the system, so was a good return.
now, one question, do you use (or used to use) which simulations? I'm curious about your bw settings or it's just post?
I also came back today to remember which lens you prefer instead of the 16mm :) let me now google for the 18mm f2
keep up the good work.
oh your videos also helped me a lot to decide in start some money jar to buy a Leica ;)
Good review Mattias
After watch your video , I decided to make purchase of one great use silver xe3 body for my first FUJI to try on .
As always a great review.
Always love the way you describe the feels... Thanks
Opinion X-E2/s vs X-E3? I like the price on the xe2 but the fact that I can use Fuji X RAW Studio with the xe3 is making me lean towards the 3. The price though. I'm a Nikon shooter and am looking at getting this for a trip in March.
Seriously debating on picking this camera up for travel. Would be my first real camera purchase for dedicated photography use. Thoughts?
What would you recommend between xe3, xt1 or xt20. Awesome videos.
xaxaxa what about xt100
toàn mai I prefer the manual dials on top and maybe the x trans sensor. The X100 does not has any of those. But I could be a good option.
Awesome video as always. What model was the Godox?
Tanel Tinnuri 👌🏽 thanks
What film.simulations do you use on your xe3 unless you use Adobe Colour? I assume you apply the film simulations on your raw files.
I like Classic Chrome.
Please do a detail comparison between xT20 and XE3.
If I ask you to consider ampng XT2, XT20 and XE3 keeping in head that a light camera with better grip and excellent video quality ( given that fuji's image quality is awesome) with good battery life which one of these cameras you will choose?
Thanks a lot for the video, an excellent review. I love my XE-3!
Love this video. Great sample photos man. I now want one. Lol. Know nothing about Fuji really always been a Nikon man.
Your pictures are amazing btw, can you show us how you edit them, the colors and contrast seem so alive?
Thanks for sharing,, i have just purchased this camera, and would like to add a thumb grip. can you tell me which one you are using
This is one of the best channels on the web. I have the xpro2 and love it, but to be honest, I rarely use the optical and/or hybrid viewfinder. So when the new mini Medium Format xpro camera comes out, I may buy it if I can afford it and get an Xe3 instead of the xpro2.
Nice shots, my fave fuji was the xe-1, love the rendition for street shots better than my xt-1. Anyways, hanging on with my A7III Z 35 Sonnar and Z 35 Distagon. Heaven! Enjoy the XE-3!
I bought the GF1 years ago and it was a fantastic combo with the 20mm 1.7. I loved it. But I lost it one night. Only last year I bought another GF1 body again, but it did seem to have aged, my love for it wasn’t quite as pronounced. I think this X-E3 with a pancake or two is a modern equivalent of that GF1, with some big updates to image quality and other nice additions like the viewfinder. Even though Panasonic continue to push things out, this sleek little X-E3, to me, speaks more to the old GF1 than any of the modern Lumix cameras for some reason...