Congrats on your recent acquisition of X-Pro2!!! After being Sony shooter for many years I switched to Fujifilm. And I never looked back. Started with X-E1. But always wanted X-Pro2... (drumroll) …which I purchased last week!!! OMG! What a wonderful camera! Love your photos. Keep on shooting 👍
This guy is not a pro-gadget consumer. He is a very wise buyer. "This is the camera that I need for my work" Not the last model, not the one with the red button to show off, not the one that makes the others have orgasmic evaluations. No. The ONE he NEEDS. He simply is an ARTISAN. Nice going, Eli!!! Keep on shooting. Keep on sharing.
2024, I bought the xpro2 over the xt30ii both are great tools but different animals, the xpro2 together with the 35 mm f2 fuji lens is a modern dream. Fuji could have stopped there… with this lens the camera reaches its full resolution of 24 MP. There is no need for more megapixels, even with aggressive cropping because your scene was too far away…. a dream combination for me, makes photography a lot more fun….😊
I would honestly argue that the X-Pro2 is *better* than the X-Pro3. The X-Pro2s OVF has two optical lenses, one wide and one more zoomed in. That means it's workable to use it all the way from 18mm (16 if you're okay with using the view itself as a somewhat inaccurate composition tool) to 60mm. And it's optimal for use with 23mm (still room to see outside the frame comfortably), and 50mm (zoomed enough in). The X-Pro3 lacks this, it has only a single element in its OVF, with 23mm being the widest that you can comfortably use, and really 27mm or 35mm being the only optimal ones. A more subjective point: the sensor of the X-Pro2 (shared with X100F, X-E3, X-T2, etc…) is the one that creates the most beautiful images of any of the X-series Fujifilm cameras. I have an X100V and its images are not as beautiful as those taken by my X-Pro2 in terms of colour and noise pattern. I mean, the noise pattern of X-Pro2 is so organic that I often *intentionally* crank up the ISO to get more of it! The regular one (which I have) is also just a stunning camera to hold. It's so tactile. I had a similar journey (just happened a longer time ago), having had Canon and Sony cameras, using analogue for a while and then ending up with the X-Pro2. It's just so tactile to use. I absolutely love it!
I love your thoughts on this. I’m currently using the X100V as my daily carry and then I have a XT3 that I don’t use much. I’m looking at getting the X-Pro 2 or waiting to see what’s next between the X100 and X-Pro series. I think I’m going to go with a X-Pro 2
I really like your photos!! Great work! I’ve had an x-pro2 for a few years now. I really prefer that sensor to the newer ones. (I’ve owned an x-pro3 and xt3, but sold them both). I would say my x-pro2 is the best digital camera I’ve ever owned (including a Nikon d700 and Sony a7rii), and I’ll keep it until it stops working :) I never had more fun shooting digital than I have with the x-pro2.
Great video and I agree, the Fuji pro line is sleek in design and simple in looks but these only serve to mask a truly creative tool that is a joy to use.
Great story mate I shoot film various kit and my fave wee digi is the x100f. As fate has it I just gave my F to my dad at 80 he wants a smaller camera which leaves me wanting the Xpro 3 although now the 2 looks like a great option. Liked n subbed cheers bro
Good video; an engaging story told with a casual enthusiasm. Thank You! I have been a Canon 7d-mkII shooter but got a used Fuji X100 (original) off of Craigslist and I love it! I have been waffling on the next Fuji step of Xpro-1 or -2… we’ll see :) I wish you well on your image aquisition journey 👍
Thank you for sharing your history.Context is interesting!I am a painter and recently started to shoot with Rebel 400 and so far its exciting to me.I am starting to annoy my wife and son for constant photos but its fun learning.Thanks again
I enjoyed your video and like you, I see a great deal of value in the X-Pro2, even in 2022... even though I own the XT-3 and XH-1, which are newer. From my experience, there is something special about the combination of sensor and processor in the x Pro 2 and other cameras that came out at the same time, like the X-T2. Particularly at high ISO, in low light, the grain is somehow more pleasing and less visible than on the later generation sensor/processor combo, and overall I prefer the images it captures. There's also something sublime about the shutter feel and sound on the x Pro 2 which differs from every other Fuji camera I own. I don't know if it produces shutter shock, and I have never seen any indication it does, but it's just so snappy and enjoyable, I just can't get over how much I love it, even years later. Conversely, while my XH1 shutter is whisper quiet and completely devoid of shutter shock, it's just not as pleasing somehow, and it's perhaps a little oversensitive.
2024 and I just received my graphite edition from MPB. Our camera body timeline is scarily similar lol though, I still have my T3i, Canon R, and X-E2s.
Eli- Thank you for your thoughts as you matured to the wonders of Fuji. I own an X-100V, an X-Pro 2, and an X-T3, all great Fuji cameras. I love them all. The X-100V serves as 1) my everyday camera, 2) my street and documentary camera, and 3) my minimalist travel camera. My X-Pro 2 comes into play when I desire the flexibility of Fuji's small primes (16,23,35,50mm) all weather sealed. The X-T3, while an excellent camera is last one I pick up. Like you, I prefer a camera body/lens to have a small profile not likely to draw attention.
Jeff, well put, thanks for the thoughts! I really love the XPro2 with the small 23mm f2 prime. But my XE-4 is still fun to serve as my X100V-style camera when I have the pancake 27mm f2.8 on it. Do you have an Instagram I can follow you at?
Hey Jeff, I currently have a X100V and XT3. I’m looking at buying the X-Pro 2 or maybe waiting to see if a new version of the X100V or XPro come out soon. Do you have an Instagram? I’d love to talk more about them and pick your brain on a few things.
Interesting video because I am literally figuring out for myself if I want to trade in my XE4 for an XPRO2. Can I ask you how you got yourself doing client work?
I just bought a used one today...I have an X-t4 and love that camera, especially the battery but I'm hoping I love the Xpro2. I mainly use the 16-80 f/4 lens for street work.
Ok, keep your grandfathers camera. It has no real monetary value anyway. I would suggest an Xpro1 even just to try. I think you will love the jpegs from the 1st Xtrans sensor. Your other fujis had xtrans ii &iii sensors. Anyhow. Check out some Jorge Perez videos😁
Great video!! And your XPro2 is super clean. So I've got one also and the tactile feel is what made me go for it. And the look. It's been on the shelf since I recently picked up a X100f, but it will be back in rotation for my next road trip.
Does the xpro 2 do 4k video ? Does it have the hybrid viewfinder ( ovf/evf ) ? Does the screen is out facing correctly ? Xpro3 screen seems so poorly designed for any video , even if it's just a fraction of what you plan to use it for ....kills the camera in this way. Very photos btw , the color and "loose" composition are georgeous !
Thanks so much! Yes it does 4K video with a firmware update but I only plan to use it as a photo camera, it has a great hybrid viewfinder! It has a normal screen but it doesn’t flip.
Nice man! I just got mine 4 days ago! Mainly shooting on Sony and some film cameras, but been wanting to try fuji for years now! Let's see if I get rid of my sony in the future as well!
Enjoyed your video and look forward to see how the x-pro2 performs. I’m thinking of getting one myself to replace my much loved x-pro 1. If I’m honest , I’d really like an x100v but you just cannot get one in the UK
Really nice video! I'm totally fascinated by Fuji's system. At moment I have got an old Nikon d5200 with several lens but is quite heavy and sometimes frustrating so I wanna change it. I'm totally lost for the x-pro2 and the x100v. The X-pro2 is easier to recover at the moment even at a lower price (~800€ solo body) but the manageability, lightness of the x100v really appeals to me, especially because it could be that camera to take on trips in your backpack and travel light or that helps you get back to photography while having fun. On the one hand the X-pro2 has the flexibility on the other the x100v has the lightness and manageability. What do you think about it?
Hmmm, truly can’t go wrong with either. I have never personally owned an X100V but have friends that have and have heard nothing but great things. The X100V is certainly a bit more compact but the versatility and aesthetic of the XPro just does it for me.
@@EliBeaversonVisuals yes, that is true. The X-pro2 has a timeless design and more versatility. I have to find one and take in hand. I already know that the x100v would lead me to spend a lot more money because then I would also like the X-pro2 to do more serious jobs when requested by the customer. If I'm lucky with 1100 bucks I should be able to find everything I need, X-pro2 + 23mm.
If you’re reading this, hope you enjoyed this one! Let me know your thoughts on the XPro2 here in 2022!
Congrats on your recent acquisition of X-Pro2!!! After being Sony shooter for many years I switched to Fujifilm. And I never looked back. Started with X-E1. But always wanted X-Pro2... (drumroll) …which I purchased last week!!! OMG! What a wonderful camera! Love your photos. Keep on shooting 👍
That’s awesome! Where can I follow along on Instagram? Love to see what you create with it as well! Did you go for the black or silver or graphite?
This guy is not a pro-gadget consumer. He is a very wise buyer. "This is the camera that I need for my work" Not the last model, not the one with the red button to show off, not the one that makes the others have orgasmic evaluations. No. The ONE he NEEDS. He simply is an ARTISAN.
Nice going, Eli!!!
Keep on shooting.
Keep on sharing.
2024, I bought the xpro2 over the xt30ii both are great tools but different animals, the xpro2 together with the 35 mm f2 fuji lens is a modern dream. Fuji could have stopped there… with this lens the camera reaches its full resolution of 24 MP. There is no need for more megapixels, even with aggressive cropping because your scene was too far away…. a dream combination for me, makes photography a lot more fun….😊
No doubt. XPro2 is better than XPro3 imo, however I’m anticipating an XPro4 next year!
@@EliBeaversonVisuals ….yeah xpro4 ….but why buying new if I am a happy creative camper 😃 …..
I would honestly argue that the X-Pro2 is *better* than the X-Pro3. The X-Pro2s OVF has two optical lenses, one wide and one more zoomed in. That means it's workable to use it all the way from 18mm (16 if you're okay with using the view itself as a somewhat inaccurate composition tool) to 60mm. And it's optimal for use with 23mm (still room to see outside the frame comfortably), and 50mm (zoomed enough in). The X-Pro3 lacks this, it has only a single element in its OVF, with 23mm being the widest that you can comfortably use, and really 27mm or 35mm being the only optimal ones.
A more subjective point: the sensor of the X-Pro2 (shared with X100F, X-E3, X-T2, etc…) is the one that creates the most beautiful images of any of the X-series Fujifilm cameras. I have an X100V and its images are not as beautiful as those taken by my X-Pro2 in terms of colour and noise pattern. I mean, the noise pattern of X-Pro2 is so organic that I often *intentionally* crank up the ISO to get more of it!
The regular one (which I have) is also just a stunning camera to hold. It's so tactile. I had a similar journey (just happened a longer time ago), having had Canon and Sony cameras, using analogue for a while and then ending up with the X-Pro2. It's just so tactile to use. I absolutely love it!
I love your thoughts on this. I’m currently using the X100V as my daily carry and then I have a XT3 that I don’t use much. I’m looking at getting the X-Pro 2 or waiting to see what’s next between the X100 and X-Pro series.
I think I’m going to go with a X-Pro 2
I really like your photos!! Great work! I’ve had an x-pro2 for a few years now. I really prefer that sensor to the newer ones. (I’ve owned an x-pro3 and xt3, but sold them both). I would say my x-pro2 is the best digital camera I’ve ever owned (including a Nikon d700 and Sony a7rii), and I’ll keep it until it stops working :) I never had more fun shooting digital than I have with the x-pro2.
I’m responding to you right now with the XPro in hand working on a new video!! Thanks for the thoughts!
Shannon I totally agree with you, my XPro2 is my goto camera, I have other fuji cameras, but the XPro2 is my true love! I will keep it forever.
Great video and I agree, the Fuji pro line is sleek in design and simple in looks but these only serve to mask a truly creative tool that is a joy to use.
Great story mate I shoot film various kit and my fave wee digi is the x100f. As fate has it I just gave my F to my dad at 80 he wants a smaller camera which leaves me wanting the Xpro 3 although now the 2 looks like a great option. Liked n subbed cheers bro
Thanks so much Paul! Can’t go wrong with any XPro body!
Great camera! I bought my X-Pro2 last year, enjoy using it very much.
Good video; an engaging story told with a casual enthusiasm. Thank You!
I have been a Canon 7d-mkII shooter but got a used Fuji X100 (original) off of Craigslist and I love it!
I have been waffling on the next Fuji step of Xpro-1 or -2… we’ll see :)
I wish you well on your image aquisition journey 👍
I have two x pro 2 I was thinking of getting the xe 4 but not weather proof n you have two slots
Nice story, pal. I reckon your grandfather would approve!
Great video and nice to hear you're story ..
Thank you for sharing your history.Context is interesting!I am a painter and recently started to shoot with Rebel 400 and so far its exciting to me.I am starting to annoy my wife and son for constant photos but its fun learning.Thanks again
Fantastic journey tell me are you still using your X- Pro 2 .. do you think it’s worth buying one in 2024
Absolutely! Still using and loving mine!
I enjoyed your video and like you, I see a great deal of value in the X-Pro2, even in 2022... even though I own the XT-3 and XH-1, which are newer.
From my experience, there is something special about the combination of sensor and processor in the x Pro 2 and other cameras that came out at the same time, like the X-T2. Particularly at high ISO, in low light, the grain is somehow more pleasing and less visible than on the later generation sensor/processor combo, and overall I prefer the images it captures.
There's also something sublime about the shutter feel and sound on the x Pro 2 which differs from every other Fuji camera I own. I don't know if it produces shutter shock, and I have never seen any indication it does, but it's just so snappy and enjoyable, I just can't get over how much I love it, even years later. Conversely, while my XH1 shutter is whisper quiet and completely devoid of shutter shock, it's just not as pleasing somehow, and it's perhaps a little oversensitive.
Well put, totally agree that the shutter sound is a beautiful thing!!
2024 and I just received my graphite edition from MPB. Our camera body timeline is scarily similar lol though, I still have my T3i, Canon R, and X-E2s.
Hope you enjoy it, let me know!!
@@EliBeaversonVisuals Loving it so far!😊
Eli- Thank you for your thoughts as you matured to the wonders of Fuji. I own an X-100V, an X-Pro 2, and an X-T3, all great Fuji cameras. I love them all. The X-100V serves as 1) my everyday camera, 2) my street and documentary camera, and 3) my minimalist travel camera. My X-Pro 2 comes into play when I desire the flexibility of Fuji's small primes (16,23,35,50mm) all weather sealed. The X-T3, while an excellent camera is last one I pick up. Like you, I prefer a camera body/lens to have a small profile not likely to draw attention.
Jeff, well put, thanks for the thoughts! I really love the XPro2 with the small 23mm f2 prime. But my XE-4 is still fun to serve as my X100V-style camera when I have the pancake 27mm f2.8 on it. Do you have an Instagram I can follow you at?
Hey Jeff, I currently have a X100V and XT3. I’m looking at buying the X-Pro 2 or maybe waiting to see if a new version of the X100V or XPro come out soon. Do you have an Instagram? I’d love to talk more about them and pick your brain on a few things.
Can you link me to your film recipes
Great video
Interesting video because I am literally figuring out for myself if I want to trade in my XE4 for an XPRO2. Can I ask you how you got yourself doing client work?
I just bought a used one today...I have an X-t4 and love that camera, especially the battery but I'm hoping I love the Xpro2. I mainly use the 16-80 f/4 lens for street work.
That was a really wonderful presentation. I just purchased an X Pro2 also. I am hoping to get out soon to shoot with it. Keep up the good work 😊
Thanks so much Anthony! Hope you’ll follow along for plenty more XPro2 content! Do you have an Instagram I can see the images you’ll shoot with it?
good photo👍
Ok, keep your grandfathers camera. It has no real monetary value anyway. I would suggest an Xpro1 even just to try. I think you will love the jpegs from the 1st Xtrans sensor. Your other fujis had xtrans ii &iii sensors. Anyhow. Check out some Jorge Perez videos😁
Great camera for a great photographer , congrats!
Thanks so much Mathieu!! Appreciate it!
Stick vintage lenses on that and enjoy the perfect hybrid of film and digital film photography!
this video is great, thanks for sharing your experience. it reassured me that the x-pro2 is just right for me.
Great video!! And your XPro2 is super clean. So I've got one also and the tactile feel is what made me go for it. And the look. It's been on the shelf since I recently picked up a X100f, but it will be back in rotation for my next road trip.
Great story masked as a gear video. Thanks for sharing
Nice. Thinking about an xpro 2 for myself. I have a Sony A6600 that works beautifully, but it doesn’t excite me.
Can’t go wrong with the XPro John!
is Xpro2 still available to buy in the markets?
Does the xpro 2 do 4k video ? Does it have the hybrid viewfinder ( ovf/evf ) ? Does the screen is out facing correctly ?
Xpro3 screen seems so poorly designed for any video , even if it's just a fraction of what you plan to use it for ....kills the camera in this way.
Very photos btw , the color and "loose" composition are georgeous !
Thanks so much! Yes it does 4K video with a firmware update but I only plan to use it as a photo camera, it has a great hybrid viewfinder! It has a normal screen but it doesn’t flip.
Nice man! I just got mine 4 days ago! Mainly shooting on Sony and some film cameras, but been wanting to try fuji for years now! Let's see if I get rid of my sony in the future as well!
Enjoy! Feel free to reach out to me on Instagram @elibeaversonvisuals if you have any questions!
Great video. Thank you for sharing
Enjoyed your video and look forward to see how the x-pro2 performs. I’m thinking of getting one myself to replace my much loved x-pro 1. If I’m honest , I’d really like an x100v but you just cannot get one in the UK
X100V’s are so challenging to fine nowadays! I love the XPro2!
I bought X-pro3, but I'll buy another X-pro2. I need wider view and zoom available OVF in X-pro2.
Yeah, the viewfinder in the XPro2 is wonderful!
Really nice video! I'm totally fascinated by Fuji's system. At moment I have got an old Nikon d5200 with several lens but is quite heavy and sometimes frustrating so I wanna change it. I'm totally lost for the x-pro2 and the x100v. The X-pro2 is easier to recover at the moment even at a lower price (~800€ solo body) but the manageability, lightness of the x100v really appeals to me, especially because it could be that camera to take on trips in your backpack and travel light or that helps you get back to photography while having fun. On the one hand the X-pro2 has the flexibility on the other the x100v has the lightness and manageability.
What do you think about it?
Hmmm, truly can’t go wrong with either. I have never personally owned an X100V but have friends that have and have heard nothing but great things. The X100V is certainly a bit more compact but the versatility and aesthetic of the XPro just does it for me.
@@EliBeaversonVisuals yes, that is true. The X-pro2 has a timeless design and more versatility. I have to find one and take in hand. I already know that the x100v would lead me to spend a lot more money because then I would also like the X-pro2 to do more serious jobs when requested by the customer. If I'm lucky with 1100 bucks I should be able to find everything I need, X-pro2 + 23mm.
Welcome to the Fuji family! I recently acquired the X-Pro 2 in graphite as well. Best looking camera ever!
Dude I might agree!! It is beautiful
Fantastic video, enjoyed listening to your story. Sorry for the loss of your grandpa.
Thanks Louis, appreciate the kind words.
Eli I loved your delivery. Really engaging and sincere. Keep going. Have subscribed
Thanks so much!! Working on my next video script already, excited to make lots more content!
Great story. Enjoy that xpro2 and your other Fuji gear
Thanks Matt, I will!
Woo! Lets goo cant wait for Boston
I can’t either brother!!!
Beautiful message!
Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed!