FUJIFILM X-E4 vs X-Pro3 | Is the X-E4 Just as Good???

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With the X-E4 coming in at more than $1000 less than the X-Pro3, I was wondering if the X-Pro3 was worth the upgrade or if you'd be better off buying the X-E4 and upgrading or expanding your lens kit. So I asked my friend Tyler Trudeau to bring his X-Pro3 and join me for a photo walk to compare the two cameras and get a feel for what the best route to go is.
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0:00 Intro
0:45 Sample Photos
4:00 Tyler's Thoughts on the X-E4
5:45 Benj's Thoughts on the X-Pro3
9:15 Sample Photos
9:35 Tyler's Conclusion
10:10 Benj's Conclusion
11:03 Wrap Up
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@ceegeebn 3 жыл бұрын

My english is not good enough to tell you, how much I want to thank both of you for this review. Anyway, it‘s one of the absolutely best on youtube for consumer. Thank you!!!

@boyramirezjr 3 жыл бұрын

the perfect review that I was looking for. we all know the specs of both camera. I'm just really curious about how it feels in the hand and experience hands on. Thank you for this review! Now I know what camera i should get next....XPRO3 BABY!!! lol

@daymonpearcey8468 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for sharing. Interesting to see both cameras.

@LeeOgata 3 жыл бұрын

The X-E4 has a very nostalgic look to it harkening back to an old rangefinder-esque camera (kinda reminds me a little of the Pen F). I really dig the size, especially for travel or street photos. It's just a shame that I just bought an X-T4 about a month ago. Great vid. Love the pics.

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

The X-T4 really is a fantastic camera though. The IBIS would be amazing to have for video.

@LeeOgata 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch it has it's pros and cons. I love the IBIS, bigger battery, and fully articulating touch screen. But when I use it just for photos, I'll leave the back screen flipped closed so I don't chimp. But what really get my juices flowing is trying some film simulation recipes from Fuji X Weekly. I never thought JPEGs would be so much fun to shoot.

@SideshowBob44 3 жыл бұрын

That X-Trans 4 sensor is everywhere now, not complaining though.

@mugilandag 3 жыл бұрын

As someone who's looking to get into Fujifilm system after 10 years or so of shooting film and film only, here's my thought. I'm getting the XE-4. It's not expensive as XT-4 and X-Pro 3, has classic design which XS-10 doesn't have, and I can change lenses which I can't do on X-100V. Yes, you could say XE-4 doesn't have IBIS or better build quality but I have learn to live without those in my film bodies. It's good to have, but not necessary to take a photograph. In short, it has all the good stuff you need with none of the tedium.

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

These are mostly my thoughts as well. It seems that many within the Fujifilm ecosystem are frustrated, but many outside are opting in with its simplicity.

@ArinaKimCinematicVlog 3 жыл бұрын

Oh I would love to try the XE4...great shots btw!😍🥰

@temporal0044 3 жыл бұрын

👌

@davep6603 2 жыл бұрын

My X-Pro3 is being evaluated for trade, as I was thinking about getting the X-E4 to save a bit of money. I’ve got the X-T3 (primarily for landscapes), so this would be my 2nd body (walkabout, events, and portraits), as well as a backup. This was a great video. To me the major difference is feel/controls vs. size/weight. Still torn!

@jgranseth 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting video! The X-E4 seems like a great performer, i really like the boxy design. 🤩 Can't say I agree about the X-Pro3 and pro work though. I use the X-Pro3 for documentary style weddings and events, and I love the flip down screen. I don't have the time or need to chimp after each shot anyway, so I don't need the screen facing out all the time. 😊 I really (really) don't want a fully articulating screen on the X-Pro series though. In my opinion they are the worst screens for stills photography. They are slower to flip around and they stick out on the side making the camera almost twice as wide when they're used for shooting low etc. I much prefer the flip down screen. Funny thing is, I shoot from the screen a lot more with my X-Pro3s than with any of my other cameras. It's so quick, just flip down to use it, and flip up to use the EVF. Simple and intuitive, not need to push any buttons or rely on an eye sensor. I realize the flip down screen is not to everybody's taste, but in my opinion this type of screen is perfect for the X-Pro series. 😊

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I feel like it might be something I just got used to.

@Shotbytad 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. I got both cameras, and the xpro is way much faster to flip then my flipping screen from xe4 or xt2. Have to tell too, the xe4 is hard to flip but maybe because it’s new 🙈 not sure yet

@babyboy1971 Жыл бұрын

This is fascinating. I have not use the XPRO but I have a feeling the flip down screen would in fact be easier than many other screen designs. I’m trying to decide if I’m going to buy an XPRO for my professional portrait work, and I think it may me my next purchase. I love my X100 and XT3, but the XPRO is just calling to me. I find the rangefinder style really helps with the intimacy of portraits, allows me to keep an eye on the subject and gets out of the way faster than bigger cameras. It’s just so minimal and lovely to work with. I’m trying to decide between an XPRO and an XE4 and whether to keep the XT3 in the mix or just go all rangefinder style. It’s a hard choice.

@user-gs7uu6ig7o 3 жыл бұрын

I never thought I would consider anything but the fastes lenses but I found myself very interested in the compact prime line. Being able to bring two lenses because it's lighter and more compact is nicer than having f1.4 on just one lens. But then again I don't really like switching lenses all the time so I will need to buy the X-E4 :P to go alongside my still awesome X-T1.

@buddyWalrus 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice and practical review. Were you guys using a film sim for the samples @9:15??

@ArvinWiyono 3 жыл бұрын

Great shots!

@user-ji1sp7mn3l 3 жыл бұрын

Would be nice to see a comparison between the xe4 and the x-t30.

@fredbloggs545 3 жыл бұрын

Does the X-E4 store the exposure compensation and white balance colour shift values in the custom slots? If so, can you store two different custom colour shift settings when using the same white balance for each of the two custom slots? The X-E3 can't do it.

@babyboy1971 Жыл бұрын

This is an awesome comparison! I’d love to pick your brain on the following… I’m having a hard time with deciding on a new Fuji body, struggling with GAS, but also feeling like I want a new and/or third body. Right now I’m shooting on an XT3 and an X100V. Love both. I shoot studio portraits and headshots, personal branding photos and the occasional family session. I used to shoot engagements and weddings, but now it’s almost entirely portrait work. I have fallen in love with the rangefinder style of the X100V, and I am eyeing the XPRO 3. I’m having a hard time deciding if I should sell my XT3, and get an XPRO 3, keep the XT3 and get an XE4, or just wait and save for the XPRO3 and have three cameras (XT3, XPRO & X100). I’ve also considered the XT4, but I don’t do video, don’t care about IBIS and I just don’t see the upgrade. I like to work very minimalist, and I only have a handful of lenses. I would love your thoughts as to what you would do in my shoes. I think I’m also feeling kind of burnt out and bored and there’s something about the x100 that just makes me want to shoot more, which is why I’m leaning towards the rangefinder minimalism found in the XE4 and XPRO series. I want the camera to get out of my way, and my work is about connection, simplicity and closeness. Even in the studio, I keep one eye open. I am finding myself shooting in studio with the X100! Would you sell the XT3 and get the XPRO, keep it and go XE4, or just wait and save and get the XPRO as a third? I think there is some piece of me that’s just scared of going entirely rangefinder, considering I’m doing studio for portraits… But maybe that’s just a simple learning curve. And if I sell my XT3 I could probably afford to get another lens, although I’m pretty happy with my combination of 23, 35 and 56.

@jiteshrohra 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this comparison...would you call the x-e4 viewfinder a bit too small? Or it's not much to complain about?

@bill3117 3 жыл бұрын

Great comparisons! I love my XPro-3. But, the X-E4 gives people a more affordable alternative.

@matthiasbeck8123 Жыл бұрын

Cool thx, i was really uncertain of with camera I should by, I still am 😅 but it definitely helped me a little bit 😊

@danster817 2 жыл бұрын

Great comparison, btw what camera are you using to film and how much editing are you doing afterwards to the photos?

@cescla 3 жыл бұрын

Great video - out of curiosity, what straps are you using on the cameras? Thanks!

@TwangThang57 3 жыл бұрын

The viewfinder alone on the X-Pro3 is worth the additional cost. I love my X-E3, but the viewfinder is just crap. The X-E4 makes no sense to me... same crappy viewfinder and just a small upgrade in the sensor. It’s also difficult to grip without $170 worth of accessories. The ergonomics of the X-E3 is so much better....grip, button layout,.....you can find a new X-E3 for almost half the cost of the X-E4.

@blood_n_guts_murphy 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. The 4 just seems silly, style over substance. And with the 27 and $170 accessories its nearly as much as an X100V, which has way better features. I was hoping the 4 would have been $1200 and back like the XE2, possibly with a better grip like the X Pro.

@Mutedimagery 3 жыл бұрын

Yoooo what bags are you guys using? Great video btw

@Deetroiter Жыл бұрын

Between the two, I wonder how the front element of the exposed viewfinder on the xpro 3 will hold up over time against scratches, etc whereas the xe4 doesn’t have that front viewfinder glass to be concerned about

@benjones8977 3 жыл бұрын

I prefer the XT4, as I don’t like the back screen on the pro3. Plus I wanted the D pad and be able to make adjustments on the fly without flipping down the screen.

@jooyoonchung3593 Жыл бұрын

Something about the OVF and the anti-chimp screen in the X-Pro 3 really just speaks to me. It’s everything I love about the x100v except with interchangeable lenses.

@thombue6968 3 жыл бұрын

How is the feeling of the shutter button of the pro3? I have an x-e3 and a x-t1. Both of them do not have good shutter buttons. Especially on my x-e3 the shutter button is vague, sometimes it even gets stuck a little. I am looking for something that feels better and I would eventually spend more on the same image quality just for having a better tactile experience. Did you feel any difference between the x-e4 and the pro3 concerning the shutter button?

@serr 3 жыл бұрын

I know this was directed at Benji, but I just got the xe4 in the mail and have an xpro-3. I don’t really know how to describe it but the shutter is different. The one on the xpro3 is definitely much more tactile and feels a lot more solid of a click. The xe4 shutter button feels and sounds a little softer, but honestly not a crazy difference. Hope that helps.

@IanDocherty335 2 жыл бұрын

As a fellow spectacles wearer, how do you get on using the viewfinder of the X-E4? Thanks.

@Getoffmycloud53 2 жыл бұрын

The X-Pro 3 is my next Fujifilm camera, but in no rush. Would like to have IBIS, maybe the P4?

@jaserhunter 3 жыл бұрын

Look at those handsome gentlemen!

@andremarshalljr 3 жыл бұрын

Did you guys use the same film simulation for most situations?

@FelixLim 3 жыл бұрын

This is the video I have been looking for since XE4 was announced. Thanks for the video. Coming from EOS v1 and EOS 5d to XE1, I think I can live with ergo stuff (XE1 is terrible compared to EOS TBH, but I can manage to take lots of pictures with it so...). I don't need dual card slot nor I don't use much of the buttons with XE1 anyway, so I am considering going with XE4, although I have been wanting XPro-3 since it was released. Only downside of XE4 is EVF, especially it is worse than XE1, but maybe I can live with it as well. As you said, I would rather spend extra $ on lens (coming from film-era, we had been saying to buy more lens instead of spending more money on the body).

@richardhale9664 3 жыл бұрын

I guess you are concerned about the cost of these cameras, as one should be. Just get a XE3 or if you need flexible screen an XT20/30 or XS10. The XE3 is a better overall camera than the XE4 due to better body design and additional dials and buttons, AND it is considerably cheaper. I own the XE3 and it is ideal for small light lenses (the 27mm is a perfect match) but quickly loses balance and grip once even slightly larger lenses are used (even my XF 35mm f2 begins to make the handling less than secure though the lighter and cheaper XC version should be fine), the XE4 with its smooth profile will be even worse. If you are going to use zoom, big ultra wide or telephoto lenses I would not use consider the XPro or XE lines at all but go for an XT or XS line camera. TBH if you are looking for a camera for a small lens collection a used XT2 ,XT3, XH1 or even a new XT3 will be a better choice and at the same cost or less. The Xpro line (I used to have an XPro1) are very nice to own and use, but the overall versatility is less and they are essentially feelgood prestige items (nothing wrong with that if you can afford it) and one is likely to want a second body of some sort at some point (I am still using an XT1 for larger lenses and manual focus lenses). The XT1,2,3,4 and XH1 cameras all have better EVFs than your XE1 and the XT1 body is barely any larger than the XE1. The EVFs are all better in size terms than the XPro 3 EVF and the XT3,4 and XH1 are equal in resolution. The XT1,2,3,4 and XH1 also offer a battery grip option which adds to the flexibility and handling of those cameras. Hope this helps.

@FelixLim 3 жыл бұрын

@@richardhale9664 I am not concerned about the cost at all but what I am getting out of it. I don't buy stuffs just because I can afford them. That is the same reason I am not buying Leica although I can easily afford one. I didn't buy xe3 back then so there is no reason for me to even consider it now. I want RF style so XT/XS are out. Xe4 has worse evf but because of the articulating screen, I can compromise to use lcd more often. See, I don't really care of things people complain about the camera - buttons, ergo, lens combination, etc. I don't use most of xe1 buttons anyway, so it doesn't bother me at all. If ergo was a concern, I would have never joined fuji but stick with EOS FF cameras that I had been using for 20 years. :) Thanks for sharing your thought. PS: I am using 50-140 with my Xe1 just fine as well as 70-200 on Canon body (even on cheaper and much lighter film body in early 2000). Personally I don't get why people are complaining about the balance because we are supposed to hold lens with left hand, I think.

@schmitzoide 3 жыл бұрын

So maybe the X-E4 is more of a video camera than of a photo camera? May e it’s strengths are more obvious there? Would it replace the Canon you’re shooting with taking into consideration you can use the same lenses?

@johnsherwin9054 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as usual Benj. Something I was curious about was the general build quality of the XE-4. I think Fuji had some QA issues with the XE-3 and mine in particular has a horrible shutter button and on/off switch. They’re plastic, loose and wobble a bit. Plus the shutter button is spongy and make a weird ‘scraping’ sound when pressing. It really detracts from the experience of the camera which is otherwise great. Any thoughts on the general build quality/feeing of the X-E4?

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

It’s felt like the X100V so far, which is pretty good. The shutter button doesn’t feel nearly as good as the Leica M10, but I’m not sure that’s a fair comparison.

@johnsherwin9054 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch Haha. Yeah I definitely would not expect it to be on par with a Leica M but it’s good it’s at least similar to the X100V. Thanks for the clarification. 👍

@TonyEbikemeJr 3 жыл бұрын

Do you think you could use a Hotshoe thumb from a xe3 on the xe4?

@brandonpickett8920 3 жыл бұрын

I mean, they both have the exact same sensor and processor, so the images are 100% identical. More about the ergonomics.

@togp3403 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it was pretty dumb to show us images for each as if it’s a comparison, just extending the length of the video I suppose.

@JoeLopez 3 жыл бұрын

Nice comparison and some nice images 👍 Did Tyler fine the thumb rest hindering access to the Q button on the X-E4?

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

From Tyler: “I don’t think I actually ever pressed the Q button. But I think it’s on the top of the camera so the thumb rest shouldn’t block it” Fwiw, it’s not “blocked” but it does sit behind the thumb rest in an bit of a weird spot

@JoeLopez 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch thank you

@AlexOnStreets 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video guys

@artsilva 3 жыл бұрын

The screen setup on the X-Pro3 is fantastic and I understand the intention of it, which coming from the film days I have no issues about but in hindsight I think a flip out screen of the X100V/X-E4 would have been a more practical on it. I shoot with earlier X-E bodies, X100T and a X-Pro2 and I have no desire to upgrade except for maybe the X-E4, and maybe the X100V if and when my 'T will ever die, which I doubt it will.

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I totally understand it too. I’d love to just have a fully articulating one that would give me the ability to close it completely when I want to be in the moment and flip it back again when I need it for professional work.

@artsilva 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch I don't know if Fuji has to pay royalties on that design to canon but to me I am glad their pro cameras don't have that flip out design. It is more fragile and asking for trouble in heavy use cases. I for one like the three way tilt my X-H1 has as it keeps me centered if you know what I mean when I have to use my live view. I always felt out of the moment with a flip out articulation. For video I can see it's benefits like having a mini handy-cam like feel but not for photography, no.

@bose80085 3 жыл бұрын

Damn! that tan camera strap is dope.

@CleverSupplyCo 3 жыл бұрын

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@bose80085 3 жыл бұрын

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@CleverSupplyCo 3 жыл бұрын

@@bose80085 haha just doing what I can ;)

@weiyang6417 Жыл бұрын

Can't go wrong with either of them. Wish I could justify a good enough reason to own them both.

@FlosBlog 2 жыл бұрын

These pics reminded me that I am no fan of 35mm on an apsc its just either to close for the subject to have breathing room or it lack enough compression.

@michel559 3 жыл бұрын

Benj, great video, thanks a lot! Question: was that cinebloom filter on all the time and which one is it, 10% or 20%? You like too shoot in daylight with it too? Thanks and cheers from Switzerland

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

It’s on and off, I switch back and forth. I roll with the 10%, but I’m going to do a video soon comparing the two

@michel559 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch cool to come back that quick. Cheers. Ordered one recently (10%) for my X-Pro1 (yes, still going strong the ‚old diva’ - old school magic 📷✨). Stay safe and take care

@dostacosmotos2554 3 жыл бұрын

The shots coming out of both cameras were great, but the ones coming out of the XPro3 just had something a little extra that really appealed to my eye. Probably a combo of that filter and the way you each edited. Nicely done!

@palmhousebookrestoration3284 3 жыл бұрын

Hi guys great review of the Fuji X-E4 vs X-Pro3, but where do you get those beautiful leather straps, that you are using on your Peak Design connectors?

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

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@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

I have a discount code in the description as well 🙌🏼

@palmhousebookrestoration3284 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch Thank you🤘

@yukihanakata1589 3 жыл бұрын

I'm quite confuse about X-t3 and this X-e4 :')) I'm using Xt20 rightnow for my personal bussiness and I think now I will update my gear, and I am looking at both these camera, can you suggest to me what should I get ? ( I shoot portrait, fashion and food photography)

@togp3403 3 жыл бұрын

X-E4 has a lot less buttons and is way less of a “pro” camera when compared to the X-T3, it is a lot more portable though. The X-T3 has slightly better video features, dual card slots (important for pro work), a way better viewfinder and more buttons (also a d pad). They have the same exact sensor so image quality will be nearly identical between the two.

@pierre-alixfavillier4988 3 жыл бұрын

did you guys get a chance to try the new 27mm with the x-e4? thks for the good work

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

I didn’t, sorry! I was offered the 27, 35, or 50 and thought that 35 (50equiv) fit my work the best of the three.

@pierre-alixfavillier4988 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch np... just love the tiny size of the 27mm. cheers

@parmanduke 2 жыл бұрын

I got the X E4 and it's ok. It takes great pictures but the overall feel of the camera just doesn't feel right. From the sound of the shutter to the overall feeling in your hands. It's a good camera that takes great pictures but it feels like I'm using something that isn't a joy to use. I'm going to sell it and get the X Pro3. I LOVE shooting with the X T3 and 4. Not so much with the X E4.

@bqfilms 3 жыл бұрын

What do you guys think of the simulations ? are colors better in the xpro 3 when using the same simulation and settings ?

@zed351 3 жыл бұрын

No, they are exactly the same X-Trans IV sensor/processor.

@eggr17ify 2 жыл бұрын

Which strap do you have on the Xpro3?

@laragwaysailoilo2898 3 жыл бұрын

For battery life which is better x-E4 or x-s10

@calebldanner 3 жыл бұрын

Did you take the photos using Fuji's film Sims or your own edits?

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

My photos were with my Cascade Presets, I’m not sure what Tyler did with his edits.

@patrick6294 3 жыл бұрын

@Benj Haisch How do you guys focus? AF recompose or BB focusing? On my X-E2s I am in M focus mode using BB focus 90% of the time and sometimes I switch to AF then (and when shooting street I often need to do it very quickly). While I really hate that the M/C/S switch is gone (and also not having any programmable button to additionally switch face/eye detection on/off quickly) I maybe can live using the Q menu for that. But what I really wonder is how the ergonomics of the joystick and AFL button (for BB focusing) are. I do move/resize the focus point quite a lot. Any experience on that with the X-E4 (or just using center AF w. recompose)?

@fredbloggs545 3 жыл бұрын

On my X-E3 I use the joystick to move the AF point, quick and easy. The centre areas of the screen phase points cover much of what I need, but the X-E4 covers most of the screen so is far better. With the speed I can switch between all those AF points, BB focus is largely redundant to me.

@matthiasleistikow5705 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this great comparison. Maybe you could say something about the shutter noise of the xe4. I'm thinking about switching from my x100f to the xe4 but i love the silent mechanical shutter of the x100f.

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks, you can find my thoughts on that here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lZmZksyovtPZk6M.html

@matthiasleistikow5705 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch Thank you for your quick response. The video helped me a lot.

@Lucas-vj8rr 3 жыл бұрын

Nice. I prefere xe4 above x100v Ik wanted to buy X100V but XE 4 is cheaper and i have lenses Xpro 3 is the best but too expensive for now

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

I think it makes so much sense for current Fujifilm users

@MrKriffo 3 жыл бұрын

Very good review for me who needs a smaller streetcam to use when I leave my gfx100s at home. I think I will go for the X-pro3 after this. Thanks!

@blood_n_guts_murphy 3 жыл бұрын

I wish the XE4 was more like a mini X Pro, like the first two were. The ergonomics look terrible compared to the XE2 and even XE3. But more than double the price and 133g more is a bit much for the X Pro. If only there was a middle ground. I know I wouldn't enjoy the XE4. I think I will have to look out for a deal for the X Pro and replace my XE3, then keep the XE2 when weight needs to be less, like when using a heavier lens. Could switch from the 23mm f2 to the 27mm II for a bit of weight improvement. I dunno, if the X Pro was 400g and $1400 I would be all over it. But its nearly 500g and $1800. Its a camera to keep for many years, so needs to be right. The XE line is dead to me. May as well accept that and move on. Maybe compromise with the X100V.

@youngalwyn1124 2 жыл бұрын

Fujifilm was chasing the “Leica look” when it styled the new X-E4. Control dials and buttons were sacrificed to achieve this and the result is a compromised product. Photographers seeking the maximum in usability would be better served by the X-Pro 3 or the X-T4/X-T3, in my opinion.

@blood_n_guts_murphy 2 жыл бұрын

@@youngalwyn1124 I ended up with a Sony A6000 instead. Better sharpness in Lightroom for RAW, nice grip, better EVF eye-relief, Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 already available. Going to upgrade to the pretty old A6400 (or A6100) soon to enjoy it's superior autofocus to the XE4. The XE2 is just an occasional retro camera now with the 27mm or manual lenses. Fuji is style over substance for those of us who can't use 17mm eye relief EVFs and central EVFs. The more premium left EVF Fuji's have even less than 17mm.

@teeratleema 2 жыл бұрын

Guy, what is name of leather strap on xe4 ?

@tiwab. 2 жыл бұрын

What’s film Simulation do you use on your images?

@benjhaisch 2 жыл бұрын

I used my own presets on my images here :)

@kaitunbokbok 3 жыл бұрын

what is the film simulation that this X-Pro 3 use?

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

They’re my Cascade Presets

@angelamartin8339 3 жыл бұрын

Seems like it would have been important to mention that the xp3 has titanium top/bottom plates, magnesium alloy body, is weather sealed and has the expensive hybrid viewfinder. While the xe4 is plastic except for the top plate, is not weather sealed, and has no ovf.

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

Sure, there are plenty of videos with full spec lists, just thought it’d be interesting to get some live thoughts/impressions from an X-Pro3 user. It’s not meant to be comprehensive, but I do usually try to hit more things in my normal videos

@tonygeronimojr.4863 3 жыл бұрын

But how much is the xpro3 compared to the xe4?

@angelamartin8339 3 жыл бұрын

The xe4 with or without the thumb rest and grip so you can hold it comfortably? With those, it’s over $1000, while the black xp3 is $1800. Of course it costs more, but you get what you pay for.

@tonygeronimojr.4863 3 жыл бұрын

@@angelamartin8339 that's exactly the point. You get what you pay for the xpro3 is double the price of the xe4. If you don't care for ovf or wr things like that, why would you pay double for the same iq?

@angelamartin8339 3 жыл бұрын

Sure, you’re right. But I have noticed that a lot of the comments I see below videos about this camera are from people wishing it was WR and had IBIS. it amazes me that they think they should be able to get these features in a camera at this price point.

@AT-nk8tv 3 жыл бұрын

@Benj Haisch Does lack of Image Stabilization makes image particularly blurry in low light and slow shutter speed for X-E4? I am a novice considering to purchase X-E4 as my first Fujifilm camera, to mitigate my current cost of film-photography down. Thank You for the amazing work.

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve never owned a camera with IBIS, so it’d be hard to tell, sorry!

@pierre-alixfavillier4988 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch its nice to have ibis on the Ricoh GR3 as its a handheld one hand camera... otherwise weve survived for 100 years taking stills without ibis... ;)

@AT-nk8tv 3 жыл бұрын

@@pierre-alixfavillier4988 Thank You.

@AT-nk8tv 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch Thank You.

@martingreenberg870 2 жыл бұрын

Have the XPRO3 and lice it. Was looking for a 2nd body to go with the XPRO3. Don’t like the XE4 because of the PASM thing. Was looking for an XE3. Found and bought an XT30. Small lite. Lots of video features. A baby XT3. Body was too small so I purchased an L bracket. Just the right tool. The XT30 gives the XE4 a run for the money for me. Mask On Nurse Marty in Seattle

@eggr17ify 2 жыл бұрын

Saw a dude get jumped at that park lol so weird seeing my home town here

@99nypd75 3 жыл бұрын

back ground music is too loud.

@JosBlomsma 3 жыл бұрын

I concur. And too repetitive. Otherwise, nice video.

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

Noted

@Ed-lz4jv 3 жыл бұрын

no shit, WHY at all when they want to TALK

@matan7986 2 жыл бұрын

XE4 is way better setting system.. When it comes to film simulation it has an extreme advantage.

@jan-martinulvag1953 3 жыл бұрын

If you go to DP review and compare the X-E1 to the X-E3 you find the image quality is almost the same. In fact almost all fuji cameras has the same image quality. The X-T2 and 3 has the same IQ but the 3 has much better video. So its all about specs that does not have so much to do with IQ.

@arpitkumargahlot 3 жыл бұрын

I think you mean lenses perform the same, which they are meant to. Software performance metric has a lot of other factors besides forming image from a lens. The buffer speed, buffer size and thermal performance has gotten better. More continuous shooting, better C-AF, smoother AF, better transition, better lens firmware, greater likelihood of X-E4 receiving support for future lenses as well as film simulations etc. A camera is much more than IQ. C-AF performance improvements and eye detect is particularly valuable for a lot of people. Think not of the IQ, but the engineering required to put the camera in that ideal state for that split second in which it can achieve that IQ. It is no mean feat(not just for Fuji, for other innovators like Canon and Sony as well).

@alexcarrillo5510 3 жыл бұрын

So Why these models I ask You? I have the XPro1, and the XE1, and I have much enjoyed these models as I like the way it handles and even both are 16pixels, that I am Ok with that as I use it in RAW, and even today even though that they are Old, and I do not need new models that has all the Bells, and Whistles. But I use 3rd party Lenses like my 50 year Manual Focus Nikkors via an adapter, and I love using them in Manual Mode, and Stop Down Metering, It is just like using a film camera. So why would I would pay more on the New Fuji Lenses that I have been blessed in using my Nikkor Lenses. It is the same old photo slogan "KISS" meaning Keep It Simple Stupid" But there are others that have not experience in using Old Film lenses onto a Digital, Need Proof, See the film "The King's Speech" I heard that the Cinematopher said that he was using lenses from the 1930's to the 1940's to get that Photo look, and that is my happy story as I love using old gear technology to Digital Technology, and no it is not worth it in getting up to date digital gear to improve your photography. If my XPro1 or XE1 breaks down, then I will get another XPro1 or another XE1 in which I happy with the results. As that is the way how I shoot...

@DeepteshLovesTECH 3 жыл бұрын

Do a video AF test and ISO test for video.

@dongee6351 3 жыл бұрын

please...

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

Should be the same as the X-T4/X-Pro3?

@louismathgen 3 жыл бұрын

Am I the only one who would really dig an M10-D like Fuji X-Pro or X-100 without a screen?

@TheGermanCompounder 3 жыл бұрын

No I'd really dig that too xD

@louismathgen 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheGermanCompounder But for real, that would be so sick. A pure photographic machine, built for only one purpose.

@michel559 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!!!!!! That would be a dream come true. Still use my X-Pro1. the LCD is mostly off. Such a nice feeling. Combined with the OVF, old days - old school 📷✨ There is always the EVF if needed. Ps: guess you wouldn‘t need 3 Batteries anymore 🥳 Cheers from Switzerland

@TheGermanCompounder 3 жыл бұрын

@@michel559 same here xpro1 and screen off :D

@michel559 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheGermanCompounder yeah great isn‘t it! What lenses do you use. I still use the original 35/1.4 and 18/2. but was thinking of trying out the 35/2. I had the 23/2 on loan and the old lady was a different machine. Way faster, silent.....quite nice. I wonder if the 35/2 performs the same way? I love the 1.4 but I must admit I like the shape of these newer f2 lenses on the XP bodies...

@blazeboy777 3 жыл бұрын

x pro 3 vs m10 next :D

@roygumpel8415 3 жыл бұрын

don't quit your barrista gigs fellas.

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

What’s a barrista?

@MrJed_s 3 жыл бұрын

Volume of music is a bit too loud in relation to the dialog

@Boros777 3 жыл бұрын

I would like the Xe4 soooo much, if only it was weather sealed...

@Boros777 3 жыл бұрын

@@bearinch You might have mixed this up with the X100V... The XE4 is an interchangeable lens camera...

@Boros777 3 жыл бұрын

@@bearinch a filter doesn’t matter, as is only might seal the lens and that is not a part of the xe4

@wavesummit 3 жыл бұрын

Do you miss the hot tub at Surf junction?

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

Haha! That’s amazing. I haven’t been in that hot tub in years, but always 😂

@TrzCinA122 3 жыл бұрын

If xpro3 wouldnt have screen I would buy it

@redterior2800 2 жыл бұрын

Xpro 3 all the way

@photomorti Жыл бұрын

Atleast the xe4 doesnt have the screen of death problem the xpro3 sadly has

@Boatzerama 2 жыл бұрын

I had an XPRO 3 but found the back screen too gimmicky. It’s not a film camera so why try to copy it. It should have a screen like the 100V.

@jaymills1720 Жыл бұрын

Which AF is better?

@benjhaisch Жыл бұрын

They have all of the same components, so there really shouldn’t be a difference

@jaymills1720 Жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch thanks Ben! I’m leaving Sony for hybrid and looking at Fuji for SOOC color. What daily driver and travel Fuji cam for photos do you recommend? I’ll probably buy a dedicate video camera separate

@benjhaisch Жыл бұрын

XT5/XH2S would probably be the play, but the X-E4 or X-Pro3 could be amazing depending on what lenses you wanted to use

@jaymills1720 Жыл бұрын

@@benjhaischyea those are way too big for travel and walk around for me. Thanks! Trying to find a Fuji photo only camera for travel and daily every day camera! 🙏

@guyduncan00 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, my only criticism is your pronunciation of 'niche'. Wth was that? 😂

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

Haha I got confused, ok! 😂

@guyduncan00 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch As an Aussie, I can't really speak too much about pronunciation haha

@henrysiegertsz8204 3 жыл бұрын

The X-E3 is far better ergonomically than the 4, the 4 is just a Sony vlogger contender. I'll keep my 3. I have the X-Pro 1 still a fantastic photography experience.

@michel559 3 жыл бұрын

I also still shoot with my XP1 📷✨! Love the simplicity of use and the 1st Gen. Sensor rendering. Still have my 35/1.4 and the 18/2. might give the 35/2 a try, like the form factor and size, especially on the Rangefinder style XPro bodies, also the better AF performance on the older bodies. Had the 23/2 on loan, man the XP1 was a different camera with it, speed wise. But then I don’t do Sports photography 😉Cheers from Switzerland

@fredbloggs545 3 жыл бұрын

Ergonomics are subjective, the "X-E3 is far better ergonomically than the 4" for you. Somebody wanting a flip out screen would argue that the X-E4 is better ergonomically for them, they might not care what you want.

@BradleyHansonPhotography Жыл бұрын

The aroma of Tacoma

@Jeankamy 3 жыл бұрын

For the price that Fuji x pro-3 offers, I doubt that even ardent fans will run to buy it. I think there is a more interesting offer from Sony, this is an Alfa 7C which has a full frame, but it costs less.

@Realrbm 3 жыл бұрын

so. much. bass.

@edjefferson9175 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think you need that music playing all the time.

@benjhaisch 3 жыл бұрын

You’re in luck, my video tomorrow morning doesn’t have any. Let me know your thoughts ;)

@edjefferson9175 3 жыл бұрын

@@benjhaisch Sorry to come off critical but you do very nice work here. It's just that I am only interested in what you have to say and the music does not add to the experience it detracts from it. When you speak to the camera it is distracting. Better used sparingly for the b-roll. Even if the volume is mixed very low it becomes more of a workout for the listener's brain attempting to process it. I became aware of all this working over 30 years as a sound mixer for live events and broadcast.