FujiFilm X-Pro3 Hands-On: I'm Convinced.

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  • @3BMEP
    @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +27

    Guys, thanks so much for your kind words and thoughtful contributions to the discussion. I’m a bit overwhelmed by the number of responses, so please forgive me if I am slow to respond. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @chrisbrockhurst
    @chrisbrockhurst Před 4 lety +24

    New to your channel, starting to look at Fuji cameras and this was recommended to me by the CZcams gods. Your cadence is that of an audiobook reader, thoroughly engaging, going to work my way through your back catalog

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +1

      Chris Brockhurst Welcome to the community!

  • @mrmartygervais
    @mrmartygervais Před 2 lety +8

    Yes the X-Pro 3 does speak to your heart, your head, and your soul. I nearly sold my Leica CL but wound up keeping it (thankfully) but still went ahead and bought the X-Pro3. It is such a fine camera, makes me want to create, makes me want to get out every day in the winter, snow or rain or sunshine, and find pictures. Very appreciated your review of this, and the “soul” of this camera.

  • @DarkLittleDevil
    @DarkLittleDevil Před 4 lety +89

    Hey Hugh, I think I speak for many of us out there when I say that it was your review on the X-Pro3 that I've been really looking forward to listening.
    Yet another great video! Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
    Regards from Greece!😊

  • @bradmiller9993
    @bradmiller9993 Před 4 lety +3

    Thoughtful. Thought provoking. And we're all here because you know alot. Glad you didn't get run down; thanks for saving him Claudia!

    • @josecolon8143
      @josecolon8143 Před 4 lety

      brad miller Yes! Claudia please keep him safe!!! Without his knowledge we’re doomed, lost sheep’s

  • @pejmansehatpour7838
    @pejmansehatpour7838 Před 4 lety +3

    Thanks Hugh; this was a great review. I particularly liked the fact that you took a philosophical approach to the camera.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Pejman Sehatpour 🙏🏻

  • @mwales2112
    @mwales2112 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks Hugh for another great review and for sharing the great Images...

  • @rhykko77
    @rhykko77 Před 4 lety +7

    I have never been to New York, though many of my favorite movies are set there, and I suspect your photos do
    indeed successfully catch part of the heart and feel of the City .....Thanks !

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +1

      rhykko77 🙏🏻

  • @ebowden53
    @ebowden53 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you for your channel! My x-pro3 arrives tomorrow 😁

  • @victormultanen1981
    @victormultanen1981 Před 4 lety

    such an inspirational video vith great samples of xpro3 camera pictures! thanks for sharing!

  • @mrmartygervais
    @mrmartygervais Před 2 lety +6

    Watched your review of the X-Pro3, and yes, you can assign the ISO setting to the front dial, and it’s really convenient. I was a little taken aback by the rear panel screen arrangement, but after about 20 minutes, it didn’t matter. I do like the waist level aspect when you flip down the screen. Reminded me of using an old twin lens reflex camera (the Russian Lubitel). Anyway, I do have the CL, and it has always been my favourite camera, but since picking up this X-Pro3, it is soon becoming my favourite. I still own both, but the X-Pro3 with weather sealing is amazing. I got the Dura (black) version because it was on sale for the same price as the painted black … Smudges
    yes, but that doesn’t bother me either. It wipes off pretty easily. Anyway, thanks for the review. The X-Pro3 is a photographer’s camera! Lightweight, intuitive, and those simulations are beautiful.

  • @DavidWhittley
    @DavidWhittley Před 4 lety +16

    The ISO can be set to the front wheel and the shutter to the rest wheel. This method makes the combo-dial rather redundant but makes manual shooting very fast. It's how I shoot with both my x100f and X-H1. Aperture, shutter and then exposure with the ISO.

    • @douglasdrumond
      @douglasdrumond Před 4 lety

      David Whittley that can’t be done on x-pro2, I hope they bring that configuration to the x-pro3

    • @mrmalone9157
      @mrmalone9157 Před 4 lety +2

      Yeah that’s how I shoot with the x100f and T3/H1 also, agree it’s a fast and easy process. I have no idea why that’s not available on the pro2, strange and disappointing decision there.

    • @adrianguggisberg3656
      @adrianguggisberg3656 Před 4 lety

      The fastest way to shoot full manual with the XP2 is to do it as you shoot neg film: set shutter and aperture as you want and let auto ISO take care of exposure. Within reason of course, but you can underexpose the XP2 up to 5 stops without penalty, even more with monochrome. There’s plenty of room to play with, all you need to do is make sure not to overexpose key highlights.

    • @DavidWhittley
      @DavidWhittley Před 4 lety +1

      @@adrianguggisberg3656 It may be the fastest way with the Xpro2 but the ISO wheel method will be a lot faster and far more accurate than the just 'auto ISO'. No more fiddling with AE lock or turning the exposure compensation dial to 'correct' what the camera believes is the right exposure for the scene and certainly a lot less time correcting exposure in post.

    • @adrianguggisberg3656
      @adrianguggisberg3656 Před 4 lety

      @@DavidWhittley Yup, that's how I used to shoot, too. However, these days autoexposure works brilliantly and shooting digital has become almost as easy and convenient as shooting film. I only set ISO to manual if there is a particular reason. Ymmv, but for the kind of photography an XPro makes sense, auto ISO is the way to go most of the times.

  • @carpediem5008
    @carpediem5008 Před 4 lety +4

    Good job Fuji! I am interested in how enjoyable is using the X-Pro3 with some adapted MF lenses. I love using some Voigtlander M lenses with the A7iii but X-Pro1.

  • @john-austingallardo7998

    This is one of the best review videos I’ve ever come across. Thank you for the insight!

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 3 lety

      🙏🏻😊🖖🏻

  • @dovolggga
    @dovolggga Před 4 lety

    Well, this video helped me a lot to understand the difference between the xpro3 and the other cameras i'm interrested in. Thank you very much, great job :)

  • @souljah9e
    @souljah9e Před 4 lety +1

    After the first set of images I just had to stop and comment. I never really seen the true quality of Fuji crop sensor images till now. Thank you for making this. I appreciate you my friend!!! Subscribed 💯

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Welcome to the community!

  • @maxshean2607
    @maxshean2607 Před 4 lety

    What's better than listening to your voice, while drinking the morning coffee... I really like that camera and as soon as I do not have to worry about spending that amount of money, this will likely become my b-cam. Thanks very much for your thoughtful words!

  • @JohnHaldezos
    @JohnHaldezos Před 4 lety

    Hugh great review as always. Fujifilm just simply works well and their straight out of camera jpegs simply brilliant.

  • @giuseppenativo2123
    @giuseppenativo2123 Před 4 lety +12

    Wow, on a CZcams hyper crowded of reviews about this camera, just complaining about the screen and defining the same: sexy, glamour and beautiful to see, this is the very first real review, as usual on this channel, about street photography. Thanks(YOU TALKED ABOUT THE LUMIX GX9!! Can't believe.)

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Giuseppe Nativo 🙏🏻😊

  • @daveetrice2
    @daveetrice2 Před 3 lety

    My X-Pro3 arrives tomorrow from B&H. It will be paired up with my XT-3 for my event/wedding work and I couldn’t be more excited. Great Video as always, had to give it another watch in anticipation, Cheers!

  • @MattBrandon
    @MattBrandon Před 4 lety +1

    Thank for this thoughtful review. What a relief! Two things, (I have the X-Pro3 with me now) first is the ISO can be assigned to the function wheel. I have mine assigned to the front wheel. Second, I know the ISO dial placement isn't the best design, but I have found that I can use my thumb and index finger and left and turn the ISO function while keeping the camera to my eye to change the setting. Thanks again, Cheers.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +1

      Matt Brandon thanks for such a thoughtful contribution!

  • @funnymarco1
    @funnymarco1 Před 4 lety +1

    Is the front thumbwheel clickable same as my XT2 where i can quickly adjust both the shutter speed and iso, great thoughtful vid.

  • @jonuiuc
    @jonuiuc Před 4 lety +9

    I proclaim the flip down screen, the "sneaky-screen"
    lol nice example of at least one unique use case.

  • @xPROxSTYLEx
    @xPROxSTYLEx Před 2 lety

    Love it!! Thanks for all you do!

  • @AxelFoley-sb5re
    @AxelFoley-sb5re Před 4 lety +1

    Can you explain your grading process for this beautiful black and white footage?

  • @photoipster
    @photoipster Před 3 lety +1

    Early this year after watching this review and your review of the cl, many times, I opted for the cl. I’ve loved it. Owning the 18, 23, 35, the latter being perhaps the best lens I’ve ever owned. Love is an understatement. The cl is magic! I wish it were weather sealed. And I don’t mind not having an ovf. That said, I’ve rented the xpro3 twice, because I’d love to have the Fuji aps lens lineup. With both rentals, I sent it back convinced about the cl. It is headed in the right direction, but not there yet. They need a better evf, a better solution to iso, and a more simplistic menu system like the cl. I know your review is abut dated, but I sure do love the re watch. Thanks for keeping us excited about our hobby!

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 3 lety

      Glad to be of service. 😊🖖🏻

  • @marcobutz3950
    @marcobutz3950 Před 4 lety

    Great speak, thx for it! Is there and Problem using a tripod when u want to flip down the screen? Thx

  • @eavesphoto
    @eavesphoto Před 4 lety

    Does anyone know if there is a format button shortcut for the Xpro3? With the Xpro2 (Press the Delete button and hold it down for three seconds. Then, while still pressing the Delete button, click in the rear command dial)?

  • @JustLovingLifeDude
    @JustLovingLifeDude Před 4 lety

    What an awesome analysis of this little gem. Your videos always make me crack a smile. I wish I could take one of your photography courses. Cheers from Asia!

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +1

      You’re still a part of our online community here - thank you!

  • @markaustin614
    @markaustin614 Před 4 lety +1

    Once again, a thought provoking “insight” into a camera that, unless you’ve used a Leica or similar (XPro-2!) street photography tool, may be lost on a casual shooter. Hugh...well done! The “whimsy” is the magic that many will miss.

  • @RickMentore
    @RickMentore Před 4 lety

    Magnificent Demo images. Great review, as usual!

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Rick Mentore 🙏🏻🥰

  • @pierre-henripaitre4266
    @pierre-henripaitre4266 Před 4 lety +1

    6 years.
    6 years, I want to buy a camera for street photography. So far none of them speak to me, my different phones doing the job for my casual photography cravings. But this Xpro3..All about the experience and the pleasure from it. I finally decide myself. Can't wait for the end of November.
    Many thanks for this detailed feedback.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +1

      Pierre-Henri PAITRE Enjoy!

  • @rlysakowski
    @rlysakowski Před 4 lety +2

    Great one, as always... How would you compare the xpro 3 to Leica Q in terms of the image quality and overall pleasure of use?

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 3 lety +1

      XPro 3 wins for flexibility and value, Q2 wins for experience and ultimate IQ. If you’re leaning toward Q, I’d advise stretching to the Q2.

  • @iloveyoutomhanks
    @iloveyoutomhanks Před 4 lety

    Thanks ... I was eagerly waiting for your review.

  • @Iorndealer
    @Iorndealer Před 3 lety

    Absolutely Hugh , are the best at presenting and articulating the “nuances” of wha goes into producing a great photographic instrument and shooting experience. Thank You.
    Tony De

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 3 lety

      🙏🏻😊🖖🏻

  • @fugazi1479
    @fugazi1479 Před 4 lety

    Sir Hugh, do fingerprints clean easily though? Or do they stay stubborn as you try to clean them?

  • @A1000Truths
    @A1000Truths Před 4 lety +3

    Is it me but I think the Xpro 3 has made the Xpro 2 a more tempting camera to get. After looking at both I decided on the Xpro 2 due to value/function. You can get the Xpro 2 graphite w/ the 23mm F2 bundle for less than a Xpro 3 body alone.
    Either way, I think both Cameras are great.

  • @GeraldBertramPhotography
    @GeraldBertramPhotography Před 4 lety +26

    The young bearded man singing was a fantastic shot. What a great moment captured.

  • @michaelnikonfuji3539
    @michaelnikonfuji3539 Před 4 lety

    As usual a fantastic review printed sooo well

  • @mediamannaman
    @mediamannaman Před 4 lety

    I always enjoy your videos! I hope I’m not losing you to Fuji.
    That “last picture” monologue (starting at 5:59 ) almost sounded like a description of my Panasonic G9 (which is getting a bunch of cool firmware upgrades in a couple of weeks). I’ve seen the Fuji colors. They’re very nice! But my G9 rivals them and has so much to offer for the price that I’m not persuaded to look further.

  • @philipshucet9481
    @philipshucet9481 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for giving me a look at something other than my usual brand. I enjoyed it!

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +2

      Philip Shucet Philip! 🥰

    • @Kit2Canada
      @Kit2Canada Před 4 lety

      Superb as always!

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Kit Griffin Kit!

  • @theolynwarrender
    @theolynwarrender Před 7 měsíci +1

    Even the way you deliver your videos is artistic in itself. I feel like I’m listening to an audiobook … it’s quite mesmerising. Reminds me of listening to 1984 by George Orwell.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 7 měsíci

      Wow - thanks, man. Orwell was extraordinary.

  • @ing.o.r.8361
    @ing.o.r.8361 Před 4 lety +1

    Hi!
    Could you please post a photo or describre how the the dura coating looks like after using the camera. Is it easy to clean all the fingertaps, .... with a microfiber cloth?
    Best Regards from Austria,.Oliver

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Oliver Reichl Once I have it back in hand.

    • @Spock105
      @Spock105 Před 4 lety

      most of the reviews clearly show fingerprints or grease on the dura coating - I would have opted for a dura - but I fear it will be a problem , so I get the normal black one

  • @harryburnett7086
    @harryburnett7086 Před 4 lety

    Couldn't wait , it looks fantastic and your knowledge is second to non, and you are a great human to boot and I bet Claudia keeps you right there in place 😜

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Harry burnett She certainly does!

  • @zerofoxgiven666
    @zerofoxgiven666 Před 4 lety

    Just stumbled upon your videos while searching for review about the Fujifilm X range cameras, altough I'm not looking for this specific model, it is a very good and informative video that doesnt get boring after 2 minutes! I do have a question that maybe you can help me with... I am looking for a good all-rounder and I'm torn between the Fujifilm X-T3 and the Lumix GH5 (or maybe the G90). I love photography but also video shooting, I know that both are more than capable for both situations but the sensor size on the GH5 worries me a bit since its a micro four thirds (I suppose light wise is less sensitive than a APS-C) and on the X-T3 since there is no in body stabilization the number of lenses with that feature is very reduced... These may be picky points to consider, anyway, what do you recommend based in your experience? cheers and thank you!

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      See my vid just posted on the LUMIX G9!

  • @1fareast14
    @1fareast14 Před 4 lety

    Can someone explain to me the advantage of titanium in the construction? No explicit explanation from fuji.

  • @stigg333
    @stigg333 Před 4 lety

    Great review and very professional, well done.

  • @nickieplease
    @nickieplease Před 3 lety +1

    I can just listen to this guy speak all day

  • @Thomas_Geist
    @Thomas_Geist Před 4 lety

    Anyone else notice that the high refresh rate on the EVF only works if you have the shutter button down? I have BOOST on. That doesn't happen on either my H1 or T2. Did I just get a bad one? If not, KEEP YOUR PRO2.

  • @andrewlunn
    @andrewlunn Před 4 lety

    Informative & entertaining as ever 👍

  • @dallasthomas5489
    @dallasthomas5489 Před 4 lety

    Hugh & Claudia, the back and white look is very chic, well done. As for the review excellent, the comparisons to other like cameras is an added bonus. Im pleased to see the CL2 is still your camera of choice for personal work. Its still on my wish list. My Z7 and many Milvus lens will be joined one day by the CL for when i want to lighten the load somewhat. Keep up the excellent work.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Dallas Thomas Thabksnsonmich for your encouragement! We like the Z7, too.

  • @ronmasters751
    @ronmasters751 Před 3 lety

    Loved the photos, appreciated the advice.

  • @sed6717
    @sed6717 Před 4 lety

    I am very interested in the xpro3 especially the fact that we should not retouch the photos with the emulate system , but it's true that it is expensive, what model do you recommend for street photography that gives this look xpro3 on photos (colors and little vintage look but still modern).If I must choose 1 Camera and only one lens for street photography?

    • @Spock105
      @Spock105 Před 4 lety +2

      for street : Panasonic DC LX 100 II , fixed lens 24-70 equivalent from Leica opening at 1.7 to 2.8 , great for B/W or Olympus Pen-F , Fuji Xpro or even XE-3 or X100f. If only 1 lens I would opt for the Fujinon 23mmF2.

  • @SlotCarNewsOfficial
    @SlotCarNewsOfficial Před 4 lety +6

    Seeing and handling the XPro3 in NY at Photo Plus (sorry I wasn't able to run into you there it would have been nice to shake you hand), has convinced me that should I buy another XPro to supplement my other Fuji cameras it will not be an XPro3 it will be an XPro2. I don't like the screen design, for me personally it's a deal breaker. But with all these people getting the 3 that will likely mean some 2's will be available at a nice price used now... :)

  • @TheSH1N1GAM1
    @TheSH1N1GAM1 Před 4 lety +12

    I need to start saving up for this camera.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +3

      TheSH1N1GAM1 😈

    • @leapingleo6349
      @leapingleo6349 Před 4 lety +4

      ​@Ziggi Mon Highly unlikely IMO. The Xpro series is a unique market & has held their value the best out of all the x series bodies.

    • @corb352
      @corb352 Před 3 lety

      @Ziggi Mon This comment did not age well.

  • @MrPeelhere
    @MrPeelhere Před 4 lety +1

    What lens do you recommend for the xpro 3?

  • @thebiblioholic
    @thebiblioholic Před 4 lety

    Great video. I got a chance to play with it at PPE and liked the X-Pro3 a lot, though at this point don't plan on getting it, but would highly recommend it. I have Leica Ms (digital and film) as well as the X100S, so can't really justify buying another one now. :-) I am partial to the fully articulating screens however, and would have liked seeing that on the X-Pro3 (keeping the gimmicky square film box display on the back when you had the screen facing in.
    I kept an eye out for you there, but didn't see you, though I briefly spied Claudia near the Fuji booth.

  • @babyboy1971
    @babyboy1971 Před rokem

    How do you like this camera for shooting portraits? I’m I portrait and headshot photographer , shooting with the XT3 primarily but I recently got an x100 V and I’m loving the rangefinder feeling so much that I’m thinking of trading my XT3 for the X pro but wondering if it will serve me as a portrait photographer who occasionally does family sessions. I also occasionally do portraits in the studio as well.

  • @DragonEye1911
    @DragonEye1911 Před 4 lety

    So impressed with you I bought a premium 3BME shirt outright. The XPro3 can wait; shirt first.

  • @PeterEvansPeteTakesPictures

    The more I find out about this camera the more I want it. I love my X-Pro2 to bits, but the EVF / OVF is just a touch too small and the auto-focus not quite there. Plus I love the look of the multiple exposure option, Classic Neg and I actually kind of dig the hidden LCD screen. I'd love to break myself from the needless chimping habit. I'm tempted by the darker coated option, but am a bit concerned about the smudges. As long as I can easily enough clean it up at the end of the day though it's not a problem. Thanks for the review.
    By the way Hugh, I have to ask, who's your favourite New York street photographer? Helen Levitt? Winogrand? Meyerowitz? Arbus? Davidson? Gilden? Or someone else? Let us know.

    • @dunkkid23
      @dunkkid23 Před 4 lety

      Lemme buy your X-Pro 2!!!

  • @godhearsmysoul
    @godhearsmysoul Před 4 lety

    Hi Hugh, thank you for the review. I'm debating between the X-Pro3 and the CL and I was hoping your thoughts would make the choice simpler. My fault for thinking your review might do anything but add to the nuance of my internal debate.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      LSRamos01 😈

  • @cape2costa
    @cape2costa Před 4 lety

    Great review man, keep up the great videos.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Per Ardua ❤️

  • @RichardsModellingAdventures

    Thanks you for this review. This is probably a strange question but hey ho. I have astigmatism in my right eye, I can see quite well out of it regardless but look through any camera view finder with my left eye. Does his negate the ergonomics of range finder cameras? I'v never used one but find my self intrigued by them, especially the X-pro3, but clearly the viewfinder is designed for the the right eye?

    • @JWMO13
      @JWMO13 Před 4 lety

      I’m left eye dominant and have been using Xpro and x100 cameras since the beginning and have had no problems at all. I love them in fact. Of course best to try one for yourself. Good luck

    • @RichardsModellingAdventures
      @RichardsModellingAdventures Před 4 lety

      @@JWMO13 Thanks for the input. Your right indeed the only way to know it to try one :)

  • @1fareast14
    @1fareast14 Před 4 lety

    3:45 telling someone disappointed by the xpro3 that the camera isn't for them or that the x-t3 exists doesn't work. What if they are upgrading from the xpro1 or 2? What if they, like me, wanted to switch to fuji for the ovf with mini display alone, only to find the ovf worsened and the screen gimped?

  • @jeffreyb.1657
    @jeffreyb.1657 Před 4 lety +1

    Great video, again.
    Going to buy this device - trading my x pro 2. I had entertained the CL, pretty much based on your video(s) and the Leica mystique, but to me this version has frankly surpassed the M by Leica. Really, it has. I have used/tried for longish periords (multiple hours) an M (and a TL2, not a CL though) and get the focused (..) Leica approach. This camera nailed it. Add the film simulations that frankly are the best in the whole industry. I am looking forward to the better AF and better EVF. I shoot mostly hybrid OVF with EVF for very wide or tele.
    This is the best street camera you can get now.

    • @jeffreyb.1657
      @jeffreyb.1657 Před 4 lety

      Pre-order is in - Love your images - that is what matters.

  • @studioedin5288
    @studioedin5288 Před rokem

    what is special with the xpro 3 that you can't get with xt3 for example? xpro3 is more expensive too, but I don't understand why, what are the differences

  • @DidierMOULINPhotography

    Great video. Waiting for the Leica CL including articulating screen, IBIS and phase detection AF...!

  • @1fareast14
    @1fareast14 Před 4 lety +2

    11:07 seconded on ibis, this camera is made for shooting with unstabilized primes.

  • @johnjgilchrist
    @johnjgilchrist Před rokem

    Are these not the same pictures that you shared as the xe4 ?

  • @ccoppola82
    @ccoppola82 Před 4 lety

    So, if you were getting one would you get the regular black or the smudge coat?

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +1

      Christopher Coppola Regular black

  • @kuau714
    @kuau714 Před 4 lety +1

    Great review Hugh, though I am waiting for the video when you tell us you sold your much beloved Leica gear and went all in on Fuji

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +3

      Steven Kornreich sell? Unlikely. Add FujiFilm? 😈

  • @MichaelEntner
    @MichaelEntner Před 2 lety

    Love your reviews. Thank you!

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 2 lety

      Thank you, Mike!

  • @grandpascuba
    @grandpascuba Před 2 lety

    The lift-up-and-turn ISO dial is exactly the same as the one I had on the 35mm camera I grew up using.

  • @IvanDoherty1
    @IvanDoherty1 Před 4 lety

    Great thoughtful and relatively concise review. I had a look at it at the weekend, but I think I will wait for the X-E4, the X-E2 was my favorite camera until I traded it in. Sad moment.

    • @jzayas5698
      @jzayas5698 Před 4 lety

      I think Fuji has stated they are not doing more XE cameras.

  • @1fareast14
    @1fareast14 Před 4 lety +1

    2:23 I agree a bigger battery is essential for the pro x cameras, can't believe we're still waiting on this.

  • @paulpiasecki
    @paulpiasecki Před 4 lety

    Great to hear your thoughts!

  • @Pantherlvr44
    @Pantherlvr44 Před 4 lety

    Another awesome vid and review! But from one “statistical outlier” to another ... one thing that has frustrated me on occasion with the two Fuji’s I own is the non-lockable exposure comp dial right on the corner of the body where most of us hold the camera. Once I get in the groove shooting and I’m not checking images on the rear screen, I’ve usually hit it and I’m over or under exposing. A simple locking button in the middle would be great. Surprised no one mentions it in reviews ...

  • @rudomayor
    @rudomayor Před 4 lety

    i'm convinced. just liked and subscribed.

  • @JoeJoe4P
    @JoeJoe4P Před 4 lety

    Awesome review Hugh. I thought about switching from my X-T3, but decided, no. I am however shooting much more manual, and spent my camera upgrade dollars on two very sweet Voitlander M mount lenses. I’m very pleased with my decision.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +1

      Continue to enjoy your X-T3 - great cam!

  • @jaredakers5764
    @jaredakers5764 Před 3 lety

    Really really REALLY like you and your channel. Thank you.

  • @garymanning4578
    @garymanning4578 Před 4 lety +2

    Great photos in NY but I particularly enjoyed the first shot. Absolutely ‘cracking’ as we say in the UK. Have an XT2 &3 but would love to have this camer as in the past I found the XPro 2 a camera I always picked up first before my XT’s

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +2

      We like it too! Thanks for the kinds words - and thanks for taking the time to share!

  • @hypnotoads
    @hypnotoads Před 4 lety +6

    Great stuff Hugh - I think the improvements warrant an upgrade from the 2. I have so much muscle memory invested in the Fuji system it’d be a shame to lose that!
    Ultimately, I suspect, the still image photographers the Xpro is clearly aimed at just feel this camera is ‘right’ for them as I certainly do. Whether this is born from intuitive design or familiarity with the camera is open to discussion. I happen to think the two work hand-in-hand very well, and any improvements/ changes will be quickly integrated into my usage (or indeed, not even used). That’s what I like about the Pro - at its most basic, it is still a wonderful tool with the capacity to adapt to most situations very easily.
    Once again, thanks for a great review Hugh 👍

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +3

      Mark Harrington Thank you for your encouragement - and wonderful contribution to the conversation!

  • @iamneallyons4263
    @iamneallyons4263 Před 4 lety

    I like it, i do.. will i buy it? Not at release price - you can get "classic negative aka superia" by creating a custom classic chrome and pushing/pulling a few options.. The lack of bottom swivel hinge to at least give you the OPTION to have the screen tucked away or not is annoying to. But all that said, i do like it - i like the concept behind it.

  • @DogMediaLife
    @DogMediaLife Před 4 lety

    Fab video and insight to the X-Pro3. I sold my X-Pro2 I as I just didn't enjoy the viewfinder/s experience that I get from my X100f. But having said that, I still can't put down my Nikon D4. When I've been on the streets, I've never experienced any bother, or feelings of being noticed with my Nikon, or no more than when using my X100f or my iPhone. But I must say, the D4 has always got the shot with extremely minimal fuss to messing with settings and adjustments, which both the X-Pro2 always needed and my X100f still requires fiddling with. Will have to give this a try and see how it fairs, but it's going to have to be good. God Bless and keep doing this fabulous stuff. Cheers :)

  • @IanInChengdu
    @IanInChengdu Před 4 lety +1

    I feel that the XT30 is probably a better choice for value if your looking to save money for glass.

  • @77folgore
    @77folgore Před 4 lety +3

    I am strangely proud that I didn't skip to the photo😋
    For someone trying to cope with a city's loneliness though, the one with the two strangers sitting with their backs turned to eachother was a killer shot...
    As far as the camera is concerned, I already drull over it (that won't help with the smudge thing...) but positive reviews from individuals with their feet on the ground and their minds taking off, like you, are bringing me dangerously close to divorce... Claudia, you may have saved your man, but who the hell is going to save me from my woman???

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      77folgore 😉

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      77folgore I love that shot, too.

  • @martinmlaka
    @martinmlaka Před 2 lety

    I would love you do Leica m11 compared to gfx 100s video. Totally different? Well, I will leave it up to you.

  • @JourneymanActor
    @JourneymanActor Před 4 lety +1

    Did u see the new olympus em5 mark 3? For a street photo guy that could replace your G9. They did a bang up job.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +1

      the keto life Trying to get one in-house.

  • @acquired.archives
    @acquired.archives Před 4 lety

    Hi, I recently purchased a X PRO 3. I have never had a Fujifilm camera before and I’m looking for 1 amazing lens for street/city shots and something to perform well in low light environments. What would you recommend? Thanks

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety +1

      Torsten Dimpflmeier well... the classics are (in APS-C) the 23 or 35 f/2 “Fujicrons” which have the additional benefits over the 1.4’s of being smaller, lighter, weather sealed and less expensive. But the 1.4’s do offer an additional stop of light. Of those two focal lengths, I’d go 23 unless most of your work is street portrait - then I’d go XF 35/1.4. However, on of my two favorite lenses in the system is the XF 16/1.4. It’s significantly wider than the 23 yet remains rectilinear. Pair that with the 56/1.2, and you’ve got a killer, atypical set up for street.

    • @acquired.archives
      @acquired.archives Před 4 lety

      Three Blind Men and An Elephant Productions thank you for the detailed reply. Very helpful

  • @andys.7083
    @andys.7083 Před 4 lety +75

    Man, even if you’d talk about new toothbrushes, I’d listen to you, I just like the way you tell your story 😅

    • @ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST
      @ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST Před 4 lety +7

      ​@@Koji-888 Hugh just says a lot in one sentence, heh. I had trouble understanding his multi-tracked speech patterns at first, but my brain is getting the hang of it after a few months. God bless!

    • @lylestavast7652
      @lylestavast7652 Před 4 lety +5

      hold that thought...

    • @Spock105
      @Spock105 Před 4 lety

      it is fake - just fake - typical people who think that they are interesting or arty by wearing special clothing , special glasses , a hat , a scarf , this whole so-called-art-industry is full of fakes who think they are better or interesting by goin' against any mainstream . I am special or or act special , so I am art . Fake.

    • @ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST
      @ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST Před 4 lety

      @@Spock105 Man, not that I'm defending their fakery, but a lot of fake people are way more deep and interesting than real people. I totally get your point, though.
      😁👍

    • @cameraman655
      @cameraman655 Před 4 lety +2

      @@Spock105 Something about this guy seems to come off as phony. Perhaps it's that NYC elitism or the pseudo-intellectualism, I don't know. Reminds me of that Forbes guy from Texas, they just do not seem.....sincere.

  • @westleygreenhalf2338
    @westleygreenhalf2338 Před 3 lety

    I really enjoy your delivery style.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 3 lety

      So glad you do! Thanks for your encouragement!

  • @flickrmark
    @flickrmark Před 4 lety +1

    Great video.....i guess folks are always gonna be disappointed when a company doesn't make a camera specifically tailored to *their* needs/wants....not sure why given the amazing choice available out there. Buy something else, it's that easy. This, on the other hand, is exactly what I'm looking for as I've loved the form and function of the XP1 for years. Never used the lcd screen once on it except to review pics during a break. Viva la quirky....I wish there was more of it (hint : monochrome X100) Cheers, Hugh ;-)

  • @286mic
    @286mic Před 4 lety

    Which color are you getting?

  • @marvoski547
    @marvoski547 Před 4 lety +1

    As I learn more and more about Fuji I see how it is an alternative to Leica. Even if I could afford the CL, the lenses alone would leave anyone broke lol. Fuji has definitely got it going on with their offerings with nothing but excellent quality.

    • @jimmason8502
      @jimmason8502 Před rokem

      It's not even a debate, what is the best street photography camera...well, it could be a debate, is the XPro3 better than the X100V? One of those is the best above all others.

  • @TheBearColin
    @TheBearColin Před 3 lety +2

    Bought the camera because of this video, thanks man.

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 3 lety

      Enjoy!

    • @TheBearColin
      @TheBearColin Před 3 lety

      @@3BMEP thanks man, also bought an X100V as my backup a week later, thank you for these videos. They way you think about and ponder through these videos really helped me make my choices.

  • @Yalelax
    @Yalelax Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks Hugh. I don't want to minimize the haptonics that make the Pro desirable and fun to use. As you know there are a few superficial differences in the bodies, i.e., the location of the viewfinder, the availability of EVF which mimics the Leica RF models, etc., etc. We can agree that none of these features will allow one to differentiate the same image captured with both cameras.
    I have used Leica cameras for many years and can no longer justify the high price for the glass and bodies. IMO there will be little to no discernible differences in images captured with the Leica M digital RF cameras vs. the Fuji XT3 or Pro 3. Other camera manufacturers have been able to approach the quality of Leica M glass at a fraction of the price.
    I am interested in the Pro model but have difficulty justifying the price difference from the T3. It is likely that most or all of the film simulations currently limited to the Pro will be available by an update on the T3.
    As is almost always the case when parsing cameras that are essentially the same as to image quality, the ineffable "experience" of using the camera will guide the purchase.
    Elliot

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Dr. Elliot Puritz just so!

  • @troyphillips1077
    @troyphillips1077 Před 4 lety

    I myself would think for Street photography and photography in general I’d prefer Fuji’s regular flipping screen. Probably just my shooting style .
    The camera is beautiful looking to me and love it low impact look . Paired with Fujifilms f/2 lenses it’s perfect.
    I shoot low light and am begging for the lowest f/stop I can get most of the time. That said f/2 is a great f/stop and these lenses are brilliant. Especially with this style of camera. And the XT2 and 3 bodies as well.
    I shoot nikon DSLRs but am a huge Fujifilm fan .

  • @nafilyounnes2960
    @nafilyounnes2960 Před 4 lety

    Nice photos. Convinced! Im getting one 👌

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      Muhammad Fitri Enjoy!

  • @247LilJoker
    @247LilJoker Před 4 lety

    Johnny Doe has already said it and I agree. I've been waiting on your Xpro3 video ? 🙏🏼

    • @3BMEP
      @3BMEP  Před 4 lety

      LilJoker247 😊

  • @runninblue9415
    @runninblue9415 Před 4 lety

    If the pictures are anything to go by, this camera ready suits you. Like, really 😁 that first one had a touch of Ernst Haas about it