Yeah we had a nice chat about the photography course/tour that she is on in Japan. Retired with two Leicas swung around the neck - one day I'll get there!
Thanks so much for the beautiful video! I'm planning to get the ricoh or x100v. Would you recommend the GRiii x over the GRiii? Just wondering if 40mm is too tight? Thank you :)
Really does come down to preference. I mostly practice/prefer 35mm, and the 40mm comes more naturally to me than 28mm. If you like to isolate subjects here and there, I'd go for the X! It's a win-win situation though let's be honest.
Great video! I finally got my hands on a X100VI and I honestly am in a weird place on it. I do like the EVF, better AF and shooting experience, but I really am spoiled by my GR IIIX. The weight difference is pretty jarring going between each camera. I find myself hesitant to bring the Fuji anywhere just because of how much less portable it is and sweating the idea of breaking something while Fuji doesn't seem to be doing repairs on them right now (makes sense with the production issues).
'Weird place on it' accurately describes how I feel. Given I swapped the X-Pro 3 + 23mm f/2 out for the X100VI, I find the size very small / good. It's the image quality that I'm not sold on entirely, and the fact that the GR IIIx has spoilt me as you mentioned.
@@po.ntandshootTotally. I honestly would have preferred the X-Pro2/3 if it weren’t for the insane used prices + the screen issues on the 3. I’m on the fence with the quality as well, I’ve been going out with both and find that I like the GR’s lens more and the Fuji’s film sim options more. Torn!
@@po.ntandshoot Strangely enough I bought the GR IIIx to compare to my VI and I'm not seeing this difference in sharpness everyone is going on about. Maybe from minimum focus to around 50cm-1m distance maybe the Ricoh is slightly sharper if the Fuji is kept at F2, but beyond that the Fuji seems to have more detail. Also the Ricoh images seem to be quite a bit more noisy at minimum ISO. I am immensely impressed by the size of the Ricoh but after hearing so much about its sharpness I'm really not seeing it.
@@GhosT396 I'd agree that the difference in sharpness is minimal and and doesn't match the online commentary. It's the image quality that I do prefer on the Ricoh, however; the micro contrast and how it deals with shadows/highlights. The difference in noise is pretty significant, I agree. I fell in love with it after about 6 months I'd say, accepting all of its quirks.
@@po.ntandshoot Interesting, maybe I need more time to appreciate it. What do you think of the SOOC colors? I really don't want to have to edit my photos and I'm finding it hard to get good colors from the Ricoh SOOC.
Just got scammed on ebay for the x100vi 😢 Now in the process of getting my money back. I now promise myself this will be the last time I will try to buy a hyped product. 😅 Thank you Fujifilm, for making me have the most unique camera buying experience ever.
@@Teteerck Yes, it was my bad. Someone was selling it at near retail price and the seller feedback looked legit. I just got so tired of waiting for my pre-order but I still cannot get over the mental barrier of spending around £2,000 for a point and shoot. I am too old I guess, and I am still not used to this hyper-inflated market. I have since decided to wait for my pre-order, whenever that may be completed, and just buy myself a new lens when I get my refund.
don't blame Fujifilm! That makes no sense! Blame eBay and don't ever use them again. Always be wary of third party sales channels, especially digital ones! If it makes you feel better this happens to lots of people and it has happened to me (although not with eBay), hence my strong opinions about it.
Would you say your feelings are similar about the griii vs x100vi or is the slight favoritism for the griiix only? I feel like the 40mm is just too tight sometimes to show a scene properly, but I do love the photos I get with my griiix.
My feelings aren't so similar, as I see them more and more as distinct cameras, which is how I've justified keeping both! In terms of output, and preferred images, I would side with the Ricoh GR IIIx so far. The Fuji high resolution isn't hitting the spot for me, but it gets the job done reliably (I trust it for more dedicated outings and paid work etc.). Day to day, I'm on the Ricoh train.
Fantastic calm but energetic video capturing the culture and world of Kyoto. I’m am deep in the market for a a travel camera. As a flight attendant I’m in a different city every day all around the world. I love capturing the culture and such but carrying a 5d with either a 40 or 50mm has become a chore. I still can’t decide between these two cameras. What character or unique values does one camera have over the other that makes you reach for it as opposed to the other. Such as which has a lens or sensor that touches closer to what you prefer to see or like more? Thank you in advance. And thank you for such great content that exposes beautiful places such as Kyoto to the world.
Now that's a tough one to answer, but it sounds like the Ricoh is for you. No other camera can match its quality to size. I prefer the image quality straight out of camera over the Fuji. Given how much you travel, the only drawback is its durability...going from a 5D to the GR...that will take some getting used to. However, provided it's got a snug leather case and it sits snug in your front pocket, it will be absolutely fine. Happy for others to chip in!
@@csukaryo 35mm is my favourite focal length and as wide as I like to go. I've struggled with 24mm & 28mm in the past. I took a risk with the 40mm and really love it. It isolates subjects, if you want to, pretty well at f/2.8. Thought I might sell it after getting the X100VI, but there's no way I will.
@@po.ntandshoot much appreciated. Certainly nervous for the lack of durability and weather sealing. But a solid case would certainly put things at ease. Thank for your thought and time in putting some fuel on my camera hunting fire. I hope to be shooting one soon. If only I could find one 🤣
@@csukaryo the X is certainly a subject camera. Where the III captures the environment the X condenses your scene to a more focused subject. That’s my opinion, a wide lens is great for everyday adventures and capturing memories where a 40mm equivalent brings in the art of photography.
I'm a little torn between the two. I have been shooting on an X100S for years now, I love the rangefinder, its basically a little affordable Leica. The Ricoh is super compact and portable, more available now that the internet has made the X100 line of cameras a coveted item, and more affordable too. I do want to "upgrade" from my X100S so that I have faster AF and more flexibility to crop images in post without losing too much fidelity. Just not sure which I'd rather go for right now.
@@__vha hmmm...worth trying the GR IIIx in my opinion...it might just click like it has done for me. I've just uploaded a third and final comparison video by chance -
Thanks. I love the Ricoh image quality. For these images, I used Ricoh's positive film simulation, which is set in camera and also applied in Lightroom. I then apply some minor tweaks (contrast / highlights etc.).
How are you liking the two cameras overall? I only just got the x100vi, and already own the gr3x. Honestly, favoring the ricoh. I didn't realize how dense the Fuji was. And it doesn't seem to handle aperature priority as well (always favoring the lowest shutter speed).
Happy with both, but I agree with your preference. The GR IIIx is the better everyday carry - it's becoming more obvious to me the more I use the Fuji. I also prefer the image quality of the Ricoh. However, the Fuji is more capable and reliable for paid work and other styles of photography (portraiture and landscape), so it has its strengths.
Regarding aperture priority, are you setting minimum shutter speeds? I agree that it seems to stick close to the minimum, but provided I remember to change the minimum figure / minimum ISO when lighting changes, it works well enough. On occasion I just override it on the top dial.
Yes I do! But I'm realizing I should just assume the "minimum" will be the actual shutter speed haha. Agreed on the Ricoh and IQ. One thing about the Fuji is the inclusion of a flash ❤️, big fan. Still learning the ropes, opinions may change. Thanks for the video and your reply 👍
Sure - that was starting from the area around Heian Shrine and then walking east to Nanzen-ji gate / temple. I highly recommend the latter as there are aqueducts and disused railway lines in this area as well, which I didn't know were there until I rocked up.
Hello, I just got RICOH GRiii hdf due to you video (appreciate it very much). However, do you preset any setting as the texture of the photo is really good. Did you preset it in your camera or edited it in the lightroom
Do you believe the GR IIIx is still capable of taking landscape photos? I kind of love the GR IIIx photos more in your videos, but wondered how would hold up for landscapes? Planning a trip to the Scottish Highlands and thought Id ask :)
The 3x is an amazing little camera. I've been using it for everything for the last year and I love how the pictures come out. It does have its limitations, but that's a given with such a small camera.
It's capable, but I definitely prefer to use it for subject-driven photography. Most focal lengths can work for landscape photography, however, but it's not a genre that gets me up in the morning!
Love your videos and photos! I was wondering, are you going to keep both the Fuji X100VI and Ricoh GR IIIx? Or are you still planning to sell one of them? Basically looking for some kind of review of both I guess. Though I wouldn't mind owning both as well.
I expected the GR IIIx to become obsolete after buying the X100vi, but the longer I own the Ricoh, the more attached I become. It has a very different use case as a pocketable point and shoot. Don't get me wrong, the Fuji can sit comfortably in a jacket pocket, but it's a camera I choose when I've planned a trip or an event. I've even done some paid work with it already. So, yes, keeping both (for now) !
@@po.ntandshootis the Ricoh good enough to take on a trip as your only camera or is the Fujifilm really better for that? Why do you prefer the Ricoh image quality over the Fujifilm? Shouldn't the Fujifilm be better because it has a much newer sensor and excellent lens? I'm wondering whether to order X100VI or wait for the GRIV...
A major advantage of the Ricoh for causal users that want to use Lightroom but don’t want to pay the subscription is that you can edit the DNGs for free. To edit Fuji’s raw files you have to pay.
Amazing shots!! Im headed to Japan this weekend and I can’t wait as I just purchased my Ricoh. Are you able to show the settings you used? I’m new to this system and I’m not sure how to properly set it up before I leave. Thank you!
This weekend? Lucky you! I've yet to make a video about camera settings, so it's a bit out of my POV comfort zone, but I'm considering it. I switch between 2 custom settings, saved on the top dial: The first one (for 90% of my shots) is a single point focus with continuous wide tracking (ISO and Shutter speed set to Auto with a minimum base), so all I'm changing while shooting is the aperture wheel and exposure compensation toggle. The second is snap focus mode (for rapid fire street photography) set to a distance of approx. 2m. Like the first custom setting, I usually just change the aperture and exposure compensation if required. The above is probably unclear, apologies. Maybe I should make a video.
When translated in '35mm' terms, the GR III has a focal length of 28mm, while the GR IIIx has a focal length of 40mm. So, the GR IIIx is more 'zoomed' in, making it the preferred choice for photographing subjects. The GR III therefore has the wider lens and is more suited to architecture and more traditional street photography. Otherwise, the only other difference know of is that the GR IIIx is slightly thicker - hope I explained that clearly enough!
@@po.ntandshoot I recently bought the Ricoh and it seems to only turn on when I have it plugged on my apple USBC cable. Is this normal? Am I supposed to purchase another battery charger separately?
hey great video , I own the GRIII but thinking to sell it for the Fujifilm x100VI , also I was thinking to do similar videos since long time cos traveling a lot , so I would like to know what setup do you use for the POV street photography ? thanks
This is a video that I've been planning to make for some time. Thanks for the reminder. In short, I use a combination of the GoPro Hero 11 and the DJI Osmo Pocket with the chest mount and the backpack clip (depending on the situation). For informal commutes and spontaneous street photography, I'm clipping the GoPro to my backpack strap when I need it. For more focused sessions and when I need sound and / or in low light, I use the DJI Osmo Pocket and the chest mount.
Please don't get mad but I just posted an Anti fuji x100vi video. Just trying to help my fellow poor photogs that are burning with jealousy from all these sexy machines getting shown off online. I have a hard time handling my Gear acquisition syndrome. I bought the GRIIIX, but I'm trying to have willpower and resist the X100VI. Beautiful shots man! Subbed
The Fuji is definitely a better camera, but it is not really pocketable which defeats its purpose. Depending on the lens you might as well carry a Sony a7 series camera.
I prefer the Ricoh for pretty much everything except autofocus and speed. I can pocket the Fuji during the colder months when the coats come out, but not really any other time.
The Fuji has far, far superior single point autofocus. In harsh light the Ricoh struggles / hunts. Other focus modes, across the board, are much better on the Fuji. The snap focus on the Ricoh is special and works well, but I don't think it will be of much use for landscapes.
an idea... if you said a bit more in your video then you could end up answering many of the similar questions people have for you in the comments... but your engagements is nice anyway...
Thanks, I've been meaning to add more live commentary into my videos, as adding it in post is just an uncomfortable and inconvenient experience! Will definitely start planning it in more.
Great pictures and a wonderful video! I watched it so many times, just like the videos of Japan before. Keep it up, and I hope that one day I can take pictures as well as you do. P.S.: I was in Tokyo last week with my first camera (Fujifilm X100V), and I am happy with the pictures that I took.
Feel like the Fuji produced better images but you felt more comfortable and in your zone with the Ricoh. Fuji had better quality but more run and gun. Ricoh had better compositions and images.
My GAS is taking on new forms watching this video. I own the fuji x100vi and a leica q3, but now I still kindcof want the ricoh after seeing your video. I've tried it twice in a store and remember it felt like a toy because of the plastic-y build, but after holding the q3 even the fuji feels like a toy now😂great video! Can't wait to see more comparisons. Honestly both camera's look amazing!
@@po.ntandshoot i love it. i am choosing between the two. i don't know editing so if only possble, can you feature both cameras pictures straight from the camera? may include their respective simulation. for dummy like me - capture and upload
@@QuynhAndromache good idea, I can try and make a SOOC comparison video I'm the future. For the Fuji, I used straight out of camera JPEGs in my 'One week with the X100VI', so feel free to check that out. In my opinion, however, the images straight out of the Ricoh GR IIIx are better. I edit the contrast and highlights of these less than the Fuji. I enjoy the positive and negative film presets most.
@@po.ntandshoot I will surely check that out. Thank you for being the person who feature the product based on their real life performance. you let your work speaks volume.
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that old lady is rich AF
Just the two around the neck - I'd like to know how many more she has at home...
Her bag different 😅
@@Osa713 what's that bag?
she was cool though
I about fell out of my chair when I saw her. Wow!! She was great. This was an excellent video.
This is an outstanding video. Great images that create a relaxed, "you-are-there", atmosphere.
I like this video style showing the real scene with the photo.
Thanks for watching 📸
That lady with the two Leicas. I aspire to have that much disposable money 😆
She's got two wrapped around her neck, I wonder how many more she has at home.
Great video! Especially enjoyed the lady rocking the Leicas 😅
Yeah we had a nice chat about the photography course/tour that she is on in Japan. Retired with two Leicas swung around the neck - one day I'll get there!
one had a 35mm what was on the other one?
Thanks so much for the beautiful video! I'm planning to get the ricoh or x100v. Would you recommend the GRiii x over the GRiii? Just wondering if 40mm is too tight?
Thank you :)
Really does come down to preference. I mostly practice/prefer 35mm, and the 40mm comes more naturally to me than 28mm.
If you like to isolate subjects here and there, I'd go for the X! It's a win-win situation though let's be honest.
i like the first round of the ricoh a lot - especialy the colors and the vibe. which color profile you used?
Used the positive film simulation (+ some minor tweaks in LR)
@@po.ntandshoot thank you - also my favorite, but i prefer how your pictures looks!
congratulations on your work as a photographer, this photos you in the street and the most complicated therefore intelligence and at home
Thanks for the kind words 📸
Great video! I finally got my hands on a X100VI and I honestly am in a weird place on it. I do like the EVF, better AF and shooting experience, but I really am spoiled by my GR IIIX. The weight difference is pretty jarring going between each camera. I find myself hesitant to bring the Fuji anywhere just because of how much less portable it is and sweating the idea of breaking something while Fuji doesn't seem to be doing repairs on them right now (makes sense with the production issues).
'Weird place on it' accurately describes how I feel. Given I swapped the X-Pro 3 + 23mm f/2 out for the X100VI, I find the size very small / good. It's the image quality that I'm not sold on entirely, and the fact that the GR IIIx has spoilt me as you mentioned.
@@po.ntandshootTotally. I honestly would have preferred the X-Pro2/3 if it weren’t for the insane used prices + the screen issues on the 3. I’m on the fence with the quality as well, I’ve been going out with both and find that I like the GR’s lens more and the Fuji’s film sim options more. Torn!
@@po.ntandshoot Strangely enough I bought the GR IIIx to compare to my VI and I'm not seeing this difference in sharpness everyone is going on about. Maybe from minimum focus to around 50cm-1m distance maybe the Ricoh is slightly sharper if the Fuji is kept at F2, but beyond that the Fuji seems to have more detail. Also the Ricoh images seem to be quite a bit more noisy at minimum ISO. I am immensely impressed by the size of the Ricoh but after hearing so much about its sharpness I'm really not seeing it.
@@GhosT396 I'd agree that the difference in sharpness is minimal and and doesn't match the online commentary. It's the image quality that I do prefer on the Ricoh, however; the micro contrast and how it deals with shadows/highlights. The difference in noise is pretty significant, I agree. I fell in love with it after about 6 months I'd say, accepting all of its quirks.
@@po.ntandshoot Interesting, maybe I need more time to appreciate it. What do you think of the SOOC colors? I really don't want to have to edit my photos and I'm finding it hard to get good colors from the Ricoh SOOC.
Just got scammed on ebay for the x100vi 😢 Now in the process of getting my money back. I now promise myself this will be the last time I will try to buy a hyped product. 😅 Thank you Fujifilm, for making me have the most unique camera buying experience ever.
Ahahaha)))
Oh damn...hope you can get your cash back 🕯️
Fuji doesnt have any fault that you cant spot scams on eBay
@@Teteerck Yes, it was my bad. Someone was selling it at near retail price and the seller feedback looked legit. I just got so tired of waiting for my pre-order but I still cannot get over the mental barrier of spending around £2,000 for a point and shoot. I am too old I guess, and I am still not used to this hyper-inflated market. I have since decided to wait for my pre-order, whenever that may be completed, and just buy myself a new lens when I get my refund.
don't blame Fujifilm! That makes no sense! Blame eBay and don't ever use them again. Always be wary of third party sales channels, especially digital ones! If it makes you feel better this happens to lots of people and it has happened to me (although not with eBay), hence my strong opinions about it.
Love the video and the photos! Please do a video of your gr3x settings.
@@Noel99Gonzales thanks - yes, I need to hurry up with that.
Would you say your feelings are similar about the griii vs x100vi or is the slight favoritism for the griiix only? I feel like the 40mm is just too tight sometimes to show a scene properly, but I do love the photos I get with my griiix.
My feelings aren't so similar, as I see them more and more as distinct cameras, which is how I've justified keeping both!
In terms of output, and preferred images, I would side with the Ricoh GR IIIx so far. The Fuji high resolution isn't hitting the spot for me, but it gets the job done reliably (I trust it for more dedicated outings and paid work etc.). Day to day, I'm on the Ricoh train.
Getting homesick watching this
Sugoi!
Conclusion: i want a leica m11/m10r😂
Great video! I went w the fuji x100vi, just love the colors
Yeah, it's only a matter of time before I dabble with a Leica!
Fantastic calm but energetic video capturing the culture and world of Kyoto.
I’m am deep in the market for a a travel camera. As a flight attendant I’m in a different city every day all around the world. I love capturing the culture and such but carrying a 5d with either a 40 or 50mm has become a chore.
I still can’t decide between these two cameras.
What character or unique values does one camera have over the other that makes you reach for it as opposed to the other. Such as which has a lens or sensor that touches closer to what you prefer to see or like more?
Thank you in advance. And thank you for such great content that exposes beautiful places such as Kyoto to the world.
Now that's a tough one to answer, but it sounds like the Ricoh is for you. No other camera can match its quality to size. I prefer the image quality straight out of camera over the Fuji. Given how much you travel, the only drawback is its durability...going from a 5D to the GR...that will take some getting used to. However, provided it's got a snug leather case and it sits snug in your front pocket, it will be absolutely fine.
Happy for others to chip in!
@@po.ntandshootdo you mind to share the diff btw GR3X vs non-X, and why did you choose GR3X? Many thanks! 🙏
@@csukaryo 35mm is my favourite focal length and as wide as I like to go. I've struggled with 24mm & 28mm in the past. I took a risk with the 40mm and really love it. It isolates subjects, if you want to, pretty well at f/2.8. Thought I might sell it after getting the X100VI, but there's no way I will.
@@po.ntandshoot much appreciated. Certainly nervous for the lack of durability and weather sealing. But a solid case would certainly put things at ease.
Thank for your thought and time in putting some fuel on my camera hunting fire. I hope to be shooting one soon. If only I could find one 🤣
@@csukaryo the X is certainly a subject camera. Where the III captures the environment the X condenses your scene to a more focused subject. That’s my opinion, a wide lens is great for everyday adventures and capturing memories where a 40mm equivalent brings in the art of photography.
Both great cameras and a lovely place to shoot at! Looking forward to the Tokyo episode.
Thanks Andre! Tokyo is special, I might need a couple episodes ~
@@po.ntandshoot I won't complain about that! 😁
Brilliant good video! Thanks for sharing
@@Thomas1980 thanks for watching, Thomas!
I'm a little torn between the two. I have been shooting on an X100S for years now, I love the rangefinder, its basically a little affordable Leica. The Ricoh is super compact and portable, more available now that the internet has made the X100 line of cameras a coveted item, and more affordable too. I do want to "upgrade" from my X100S so that I have faster AF and more flexibility to crop images in post without losing too much fidelity. Just not sure which I'd rather go for right now.
@@__vha hmmm...worth trying the GR IIIx in my opinion...it might just click like it has done for me. I've just uploaded a third and final comparison video by chance -
The ricoh just does something special, idk what it is but it's just the one.
It has something, I agree. Something.
What pov camera did you use? The video looks great
Thanks. I use a GoPro Hero 11 strapped to the chest. When it got dark towards the end I switched to using the DJI Pocket 3 handheld.
How do you edit the pictures coming from the Ricoh? Looks nice and natural
Thanks. I love the Ricoh image quality. For these images, I used Ricoh's positive film simulation, which is set in camera and also applied in Lightroom. I then apply some minor tweaks (contrast / highlights etc.).
you apply positive film simulation twice?
@@relative_vie sorry I explained that badly, I shoot RAW+JPEG. As I usually end up editing the raw file, I set the film simulation in Lightroom.
@@po.ntandshoot and for Fuji?
How are you liking the two cameras overall? I only just got the x100vi, and already own the gr3x. Honestly, favoring the ricoh. I didn't realize how dense the Fuji was. And it doesn't seem to handle aperature priority as well (always favoring the lowest shutter speed).
Happy with both, but I agree with your preference. The GR IIIx is the better everyday carry - it's becoming more obvious to me the more I use the Fuji. I also prefer the image quality of the Ricoh. However, the Fuji is more capable and reliable for paid work and other styles of photography (portraiture and landscape), so it has its strengths.
Regarding aperture priority, are you setting minimum shutter speeds? I agree that it seems to stick close to the minimum, but provided I remember to change the minimum figure / minimum ISO when lighting changes, it works well enough. On occasion I just override it on the top dial.
Yes I do! But I'm realizing I should just assume the "minimum" will be the actual shutter speed haha. Agreed on the Ricoh and IQ. One thing about the Fuji is the inclusion of a flash ❤️, big fan. Still learning the ropes, opinions may change. Thanks for the video and your reply 👍
@@yawarlol yes, I agree, it's not really a minimum as they seem to prioritise that figure above all other parameters!
Really good video, can I ask about the place's name of your first round?
Sure - that was starting from the area around Heian Shrine and then walking east to Nanzen-ji gate / temple. I highly recommend the latter as there are aqueducts and disused railway lines in this area as well, which I didn't know were there until I rocked up.
@@po.ntandshoot many thanks to you , I planned to go around october , your video is so inspire me👍👍
@@peerayossucontarug4422 nice, October must be a great time of the year to go. I miss it already!
Great video. Would you mind telling me what are the locations you are at in Kyoto? Thank you.
I usually put place names, but not for this one! As a quick summary:
Higashiyama
Heian Shrine
Nanzen-ji
Maruyama Park
Ninenzaka
Ishiyacho
What incredible footage of Kyoto!
Oh, what a city. Regrets that I only spent 2 nights there 😢
as a X100VI owner im pretty surprised that I love the Ricoh photos more in your video. Nice video indeed
Thanks. Yes, it definitely holds its own.
Hello, I just got RICOH GRiii hdf due to you video (appreciate it very much). However, do you preset any setting as the texture of the photo is really good. Did you preset it in your camera or edited it in the lightroom
Positive film in Lightroom! I'll get round to sharing my presets at some point (haven't thought to as I only make minor tweaks to the simulation).
Another great video a good way to start my working week...nice and relaxed 😌
Thanks - the Monday Blues hit hard.
Do you believe the GR IIIx is still capable of taking landscape photos? I kind of love the GR IIIx photos more in your videos, but wondered how would hold up for landscapes? Planning a trip to the Scottish Highlands and thought Id ask :)
The 3x is an amazing little camera. I've been using it for everything for the last year and I love how the pictures come out. It does have its limitations, but that's a given with such a small camera.
It's capable, but I definitely prefer to use it for subject-driven photography. Most focal lengths can work for landscape photography, however, but it's not a genre that gets me up in the morning!
Love your videos and photos!
I was wondering, are you going to keep both the Fuji X100VI and Ricoh GR IIIx? Or are you still planning to sell one of them?
Basically looking for some kind of review of both I guess. Though I wouldn't mind owning both as well.
I expected the GR IIIx to become obsolete after buying the X100vi, but the longer I own the Ricoh, the more attached I become. It has a very different use case as a pocketable point and shoot. Don't get me wrong, the Fuji can sit comfortably in a jacket pocket, but it's a camera I choose when I've planned a trip or an event. I've even done some paid work with it already. So, yes, keeping both (for now) !
@@po.ntandshootis the Ricoh good enough to take on a trip as your only camera or is the Fujifilm really better for that? Why do you prefer the Ricoh image quality over the Fujifilm? Shouldn't the Fujifilm be better because it has a much newer sensor and excellent lens? I'm wondering whether to order X100VI or wait for the GRIV...
A major advantage of the Ricoh for causal users that want to use Lightroom but don’t want to pay the subscription is that you can edit the DNGs for free.
To edit Fuji’s raw files you have to pay.
I did not know this; that's quite a big deal for some people.
you don't need Lightroom as there are free editing apps as well as excellent fixed price programs that make more sense than Lightroom
I can edit RAW in the free photos program in Windows though. My laptop has a calibrated colour accurate display, which the camera display does not.
Thanks for the video Mark!
It’s a pity there wasn’t a round 5
I wonder how would GRIII X do at night 😂
Cheers! Yeah, it would have held its own in the evening I think, but I would have slowed the shutter all the way down.
I haven't used the Fuji, but the Ricoh does horribly at night.
@@Kids11111 not at all, i use the ricoh aoften at night with great results
Think the X100VI wins here, but I also believe you use it more and it puts you into a higher level or thought while handling it.
Yeah, I'd agree. The Ricoh does its own thing, at speed.
That woman with the Leicas are my goals in life 😂
Mine too, mine too...
Amazing shots!! Im headed to Japan this weekend and I can’t wait as I just purchased my Ricoh. Are you able to show the settings you used? I’m new to this system and I’m not sure how to properly set it up before I leave. Thank you!
This weekend? Lucky you! I've yet to make a video about camera settings, so it's a bit out of my POV comfort zone, but I'm considering it.
I switch between 2 custom settings, saved on the top dial:
The first one (for 90% of my shots) is a single point focus with continuous wide tracking (ISO and Shutter speed set to Auto with a minimum base), so all I'm changing while shooting is the aperture wheel and exposure compensation toggle.
The second is snap focus mode (for rapid fire street photography) set to a distance of approx. 2m. Like the first custom setting, I usually just change the aperture and exposure compensation if required.
The above is probably unclear, apologies. Maybe I should make a video.
@po.ntandshoot thank you so much!
Ricoh all the way!
Which 1 better photo & video ?
For both? Fujifilm definitely!
whats the difference between the f = 26.1mm and the 18.3mm versions?
When translated in '35mm' terms, the GR III has a focal length of 28mm, while the GR IIIx has a focal length of 40mm. So, the GR IIIx is more 'zoomed' in, making it the preferred choice for photographing subjects. The GR III therefore has the wider lens and is more suited to architecture and more traditional street photography. Otherwise, the only other difference know of is that the GR IIIx is slightly thicker - hope I explained that clearly enough!
@@po.ntandshoot thank you!
@@po.ntandshoot I recently bought the Ricoh and it seems to only turn on when I have it plugged on my apple USBC cable. Is this normal? Am I supposed to purchase another battery charger separately?
hey great video , I own the GRIII but thinking to sell it for the Fujifilm x100VI , also I was thinking to do similar videos since long time cos traveling a lot , so I would like to know what setup do you use for the POV street photography ? thanks
This is a video that I've been planning to make for some time. Thanks for the reminder.
In short, I use a combination of the GoPro Hero 11 and the DJI Osmo Pocket with the chest mount and the backpack clip (depending on the situation). For informal commutes and spontaneous street photography, I'm clipping the GoPro to my backpack strap when I need it. For more focused sessions and when I need sound and / or in low light, I use the DJI Osmo Pocket and the chest mount.
@@po.ntandshoot great thanks , I have all for this . I gonna give it a try
I'd choose the Ricoh over fuji
Please don't get mad but I just posted an Anti fuji x100vi video. Just trying to help my fellow poor photogs that are burning with jealousy from all these sexy machines getting shown off online. I have a hard time handling my Gear acquisition syndrome. I bought the GRIIIX, but I'm trying to have willpower and resist the X100VI. Beautiful shots man! Subbed
Ha, G.A.S is a real thing as you've explained in your shorts. Subbed as well.
@@po.ntandshoot woah thanks man! Glad you enjoyed my little gag
The Fuji is definitely a better camera, but it is not really pocketable which defeats its purpose. Depending on the lens you might as well carry a Sony a7 series camera.
I prefer the Ricoh for pretty much everything except autofocus and speed. I can pocket the Fuji during the colder months when the coats come out, but not really any other time.
@7:23 YEAAAA! Get it!!!
📸!!!
great video!
Thank you 🙏🏻
How would you rate the autofocus single point of both cameras? especially in sunset-kind of light environment? Appreciate your inputs!
The Fuji has far, far superior single point autofocus. In harsh light the Ricoh struggles / hunts. Other focus modes, across the board, are much better on the Fuji. The snap focus on the Ricoh is special and works well, but I don't think it will be of much use for landscapes.
@@po.ntandshoot thanks!!!
@@po.ntandshootduly noted 🙏👍
People with Leica they dont even use social media 😂 i rarely found someone active on Instagram 😂
The day I get one, I may well vanish...
something about Fujifilm's colors bug me.
@@ollyyung2859 used the Pro Negative sim on this one - it is pretty aggressive with the green hue. Used to like it but not much these days.
great but one worry
are thease no issue photos without allow?
Public spaces are fine. Sometimes I ask, but usually I don't.
an idea... if you said a bit more in your video then you could end up answering many of the similar questions people have for you in the comments... but your engagements is nice anyway...
Thanks, I've been meaning to add more live commentary into my videos, as adding it in post is just an uncomfortable and inconvenient experience! Will definitely start planning it in more.
Ricoh all the way
Provided the build holds up! (no issues in my first year)
Great pictures and a wonderful video! I watched it so many times, just like the videos of Japan before. Keep it up, and I hope that one day I can take pictures as well as you do.
P.S.: I was in Tokyo last week with my first camera (Fujifilm X100V), and I am happy with the pictures that I took.
Cheers. Great to hear you were in Tokyo - it's such a great city for street photography right? (plus quite literally everything else)
@@po.ntandshoot
2:38 definitely something you can only do with the ricoh gr only
Yeah, I often forget how delicate it is. Should probably stop swinging it.
Feel like the Fuji produced better images but you felt more comfortable and in your zone with the Ricoh. Fuji had better quality but more run and gun. Ricoh had better compositions and images.
I think you're spot on there. Using the Ricoh, given its discretion, makes me feel like I have a moment longer before taking the shot.
The Ricoh cooked
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My GAS is taking on new forms watching this video. I own the fuji x100vi and a leica q3, but now I still kindcof want the ricoh after seeing your video. I've tried it twice in a store and remember it felt like a toy because of the plastic-y build, but after holding the q3 even the fuji feels like a toy now😂great video! Can't wait to see more comparisons. Honestly both camera's look amazing!
The GAS is real - I'm ashamed of my eBay search history. I would actually say the Fuji feels like more of a toy than the Ricoh!
is this straight from the camera?
No, these are edited in lightroom with their respective simulations (positive film for Ricoh, classic negative for Fuji).
@@po.ntandshoot i love it. i am choosing between the two. i don't know editing so if only possble, can you feature both cameras pictures straight from the camera? may include their respective simulation. for dummy like me - capture and upload
@@QuynhAndromache good idea, I can try and make a SOOC comparison video I'm the future. For the Fuji, I used straight out of camera JPEGs in my 'One week with the X100VI', so feel free to check that out.
In my opinion, however, the images straight out of the Ricoh GR IIIx are better. I edit the contrast and highlights of these less than the Fuji. I enjoy the positive and negative film presets most.
@@po.ntandshoot I will surely check that out. Thank you for being the person who feature the product based on their real life performance. you let your work speaks volume.
@@QuynhAndromache I appreciate it!
I wanna know what that woman is photographing with her two leicas LOL
Yeah, I really need to know 📸 📸