Looks like the "no more new cameras" is going well

The thing I like about the XPro cameras is that they, and the small Fuji primes, are the ideal size, weight and shape for those casual 'wandering about taking pictures' outings, but with pretty much no compromises on image quality.

I use the X-Pro3 professionally including weddings. There is something special about the OVF and being able to see what is and what is not in your composition. Additionally, when photographing people it’s much more pleasant and less intimidating being photographed by this camera. I hope Fujifilm continues this design with the new 40MP sensor.

The 27mm "pancake" lens is probably my favorite "walk-about" lens. That 40mm-equivalent view seems to be my sweet spot. It's what ends up on my X-Pro2 probably close to 90% of the time, as I use that body mainly for what you seem to be describing: just going out and capturing whatever catches my eye.

As the owner of a X-T4 I was admittedly a Fuji Fan Boy (it’s an illness to be sure) but I procured the X-PRO3 last year for the same exact reason, because I enjoy the experience of the quasi-rangefinder as well as the look and feel of the camera. It calls me from the shelf like the siren song, tempting me to go out and shoot something! Cheers to you and your pro sandwich. 🥪

I love you have a little overview and then you’re straight into the photos, it’s so quick yet so amazing. Thank you :)

I almost never comment and haven't subscribed to anyone in what feels like years on KZfaq. While looking into pocketable travel cameras I came across your channel and I just wanted to say, your content is incredible refreshing. So much content on KZfaq in the camera genre is basically like reading a spec sheet on steroids or is a glitzy portfolio or sales pitch of the creator. Already making my way through some of your back catalogue of content, definitely inspiring. Thank you!

My favorite camera ever. I love the process of taking photos but don't care much for post-processing them. With X-Pro 3 I can still get the kinds of stylized results that I want. And the ergonomics are just perfect for me.

James, I don't mind gear-centered videos when the photographer can take great photos, which you definitely can. A shocking number of photography channels on KZfaq where the actual photographs are trash. Thanks for all the great content.

I greatly enjoy your videos, gear-based or photo inspired. You have managed to keep my attention, which is quite a challenge as many others that I have shut down halfway through. You my friend are definitely PRO.

Always a pleasure watching your videos; they are informative and fun and you can be funny too! Take care and be safe out there....

You have an amazing style and your images have such a great look and feel to them, After watching a few of your clips yesterday I was motivated this morning to brave the -3 temps and try do a little better so thank you

Very excited for this one! Had my eye on the X-Pro 3 for a while now 📸

Great photos, loved the Brighton Pier shoot it was glowing!

I recently picked up an X-Pro 3 and it is exactly what I needed to fall back in love with photography and regain some focus in my pursuit of making photographs. I only post on Instagram currently so grabbing the JPEGs straight from the camera and posting with no edits is such a quick and easy process.

I use an X-Pro2 with two primes (18mm f2 & 35mm f1.4). I really haven't a bad word to say about it. I'd go so far as to say it is one of the most complete setups (for me and the way I shoot) I've owned. If you've the time and the inclination, try out some of the Fuji recipes, very worthwhile!

Stunning images at the Brighton pier/beach! So satisfying to watch.

I don’t know about matching the image quality of your Sony but those shots of Brighton look beautiful. Don’t know how you post process but they remind me of what I love about Portra - clean, clear, beautiful colour and somehow relaxing on the eye (not too saturated or contrasty - yet still ‘rich’ - in a way many digital images seem to be).

Lovely shots mate, been shooting a lot around brighton and London, thanks for the motivation to start editing and posting more

I’ve been looking into a new camera after years in ‘the wilderness’ just using my phone and I have been watching your channel for the last few months. It’s been really interesting and helpful… And I think I’m going to buy an xpro 1. So it’s really encouraging to hear you describe the newer one as fun. Cheers!

Getting mine tomorrow! Cant wait!

Great choice James. I love the X-Pro series. Used the X-Pro 2 for years. Fantastic camera Looking forward to your journey with this one mate 👍

Really great shots James!

It looks like Fuji has been getting a bit more attention in media recently. Glad to see it because I really enjoy Fujifilm.

Great images. Thanks for sharing. Would love to visit Brighton some day.

Absolutely agree! I actually bought a 5D classic for the colors as well as the 1DX. So much fun to shoot. I’ll dab into Fuji because they are also fun and unique colors.

Mate.. absolute amazing pictures. Color rendering of the fuji matches your style perfectly.

I had an X-Pro1 then replaced it with the X-Pro3. Both lovely cameras. Easy to use, a little quirky, great fun, and super imagery.

Just got mine a few days ago. Was surprised to find out the day after I got it that Fuji discontinued it. There’s still no official update of an xpro 4 so let us enjoy our possible future Classic xpro 3 camera. Even if it’s a few years older, I would have never known. The processor is fantastic. I decided on the 23mm f2 fujinon r wr and couldn’t be happier. It’s the same length and aperture as my Leica Summicron 23mm f2, but focuses much closer, is weather sealed, etc. really enjoying the camera so far. Sadly, the Leica TL2 has just been sitting in its bag ever since the Fuji arrived. I started photography in the film era and this xpro 3 digital cam is the closest thing I’ve used yet to take me back to the experience of shooting a film camera.

I love your photo you got at time 5:56. It would look good in a print on a wall. thanks for sharing.

Always love to see Brighton in a video!

5:41 The gratifiti painting on the walls looked amazing.

Completely and utterly agree with the theory. Unfortunately I picked up an X-Pro3 and realised that ~70% of my need for an EDC/Smaller camera is filming/photographing my kiddo. And to do that I didn't quite realise how much I used the screen. Absolutely adore the x-pro3 but just not for me. Hopefully (selfishly) the x-Pro4 returns to the conventional screen and I'll upgrade from my x-e4 straight away. Currently use that as my EDC with the 18f2 and 27f2.8. Perfect.

Very enjoyable James nice camera. Nice to see the rest of the country gets rain also.

I really enjoyed today’s episode, you having fun time with the camera, with a splash of your sarcasm. Like the Fuji magic, I don’t know why, but I enjoyed it.

Great choice I did a similar thing when the x100v came out. I wanted something pocketable for street photography when I was working in London. As soon as I got it lockdown happened and now I work from home! All about the timing 😂 I love it though and it’s something completely different from my Nikon kit in that it’s truly pocketable 😀

I follow you before even bought a camera, always love your work and this is fantastic!!! I have an XT-4 for a year or so, and bought an X-Pro2 second hand in december for the same reason, as much as I love the XT-4, the X-Pro2 have more soul! The only thing I miss in the XPro2 is the ability to change the clarity for jpeg recepies.

Welcome to the x-pro club my friend. I hope you keep enjoying it!

I've recently, after a long time off, gotten back into photography. I bought a Canon 5D mkii before my first child and loved it. The more children I had the less I wanted to lug around a big, heavy full frame beast, so it gathered dust for years. I finally traded it in with the lenses and bought a Fuji xt30ii yesterday - it's so small and light. I wish I'd done it years ago!

Got an Xpro-3 recently and it’s my favorite camera of all time. Especially after customizing the film look myself. It’s got that IT factor that digital is generally missing from film

Love your style James! You're one of my favorite photography vloggers. I love this style where you let us see what your eye was seeing (with GoPro) and then how the photo actually turned out after editing. One thing, and you may disagree for the fact you want us focusing on the art and not settings, but it would be helpful for us to see the exposure settings to be listed at the bottom or something. Keep up the good work! (the X-Pro3 is discontinued because they are releasing the X-Pro4 this year)

Love your channel.

I have a fuji xt1 and its a camera that really makes the photography enjoyable

well done, enjoy it. I love my XT4 and will be getting one of those Pros soon enough...

I loved the snap at 5:26 as soon as I saw you walk up I thought "he's gotta get this one"

Loved the third "DANGER" sign photo. Had some Hitchcock "Birds" vibes.

I love the gear videos! ;)

This is the most fun and beautiful camera I used. Looks great, holds great, lenses are great. Sometimes I miss a screen for vertical shots and for when taking pictures very close to myself. However I learned to hip fire without looking.

Love it, hope you enjoyed my home town!

You took such a great photos!

I love my xpro3 it’s an incredible body never ever let you down super fast autofocus and amazing monitor/evf. Couldn’t ask more from an xpro, will be in my bag for the next years as my old x100 has been there for 12 years.

10:26 Look at that happy smile on him 😁

Best camera I’ve ever owned. It’s travelled the world with me and never fails to impress. Great video.

I'm still enjoying my xt-3 years later. I think Fuji make cameras fun to use, and fun to experiment with too. Their autofocus (or other features) probably isn't reliable enough for professional use, but I'm only a hobbyist photographer.

I feel the great thing about when you used the g9 was that you found it fun to use while it was your A camera!

ive been looking a lot into this camera lately and im really hoping to get my hands on one eventually! it seems like a such a cool and fun camera, i also really love how it looks!

Im glad you got the Xpro 3, Fuji is definitely the go-to brand if you want to enjoy your camera.

dude, your photos in this video are insane. well done

Love this video, thank you 👍

That lighting was incredible.

One of the first digital cameras I got was a Fuji point and shoot “bridge” camera. I shotgun flowers. Everyone thought they were fantastic, wonderful colors from a tiny sensor, limited zoom lens. Simple, fun to use, compact. I miss it.

James, Always loved Fuji gear … few years ago defected to Olympus and now my walk around camera is the Olympus Pen-f with the 45 mm f1.8. Thanks for another fun video. Cheers, Doug

Very nice shots. I am keeping my X-Pro3. Even discontinued I am sure many owners won't upgrade either, even for a 40MP sensor. Try the 35mm 1.4. Not weather resistant, but beautiful rendering.

Don't do this to me James. I already have an XT-5 and have just recently been realizing how much I like the look of the X-Pro 3 and then this...

I traded my Canon 750D in for a second hand X-Pro2 with a 27 mm prime. Love it to bits it comes with me everywhere I go. Similar feelings to the other testimonies here, simple; easily reachable to capture the moments you see in day to day life :)

James, the X-Pro3 is my all-time favourite camera from Fujifilm. I've owned the X, X-E, X-T, and X-H series cameras and with the X-Pro3 they got it right. I'm mostly a street, documentary, and reportage photography who every now and then does some portrait work. The X-Pro3 fits nicely with my Leica M240 kit because I can use my M mount lenses on both cameras, with an adapter of course for the X-Pro3. Lastly, the X-Pro3 is NOT a rangefinder. It's a regular mirrorless camera with an EVF but also has an OVF to mimic a rangefinder. The only companies making actual mirrorless rangefinders are Leica and the French company Pixii. Enjoy your X-Pro3, it's a great camera and pairs up nicely with any of the digital Leica M's in your kit.

I give you a thumb up, just for the acting for square space at the end !!

I'll watch it later, but come on, I'm trying to talk myself out of buying a Pro3 to stick with my T4... I'm sure this doesn't help. 😃

Yes, guard rail bullying has been on the rise in recent years, when they learn to use the internet, there will be no stopping them!

Mr Popsys - Love the framing and color grading (need I add - composition?) of the images. Having said this, I would like to point out a few fantastic features of your Sony camera to the wonderful viewers of this channel. 1st - the rotary dial. It does so much and always comes back around for more. 2nd - I think it's the letter "M" engraved and painted on top of said rotary dial. It could be some Greek letter, though. These two things, combined with either a full manual vintage lens or a modern pancake lens, transform your thick, massive Sony branded tool into a svelte, spry, sassy little whip of a gadget that might - just might, turn out to be a ton of fun. I realize two (or 200) tools are always better to have lying around than just one - each with a distinct use case. Gear is its own reward - own and use as much as you like. One day you may review a tool I want in my own..... Collection. Please do not devalue the end result(s) you get from whichever camera you use. I also enjoy what it is about a scene you like or are reminded of. I think the way you see the world is probably the most rewarding part of your videos. Thank you.

If there is not a "pro" sandwich, there soon will be! Amazed you didn't stumble over another photographer in Brighton, I can think of three KZfaq channels that feature that beach on a regular basis. Really makes me wish I'd stopped when I was over the pond in Oct.! FWIW, I like the videos, gear or photos. Interesting to hear your opinions on lots of subjects, I often get a laugh or at least a smile.

Just bought the XT1 with manual focus (Meika 35mm F1.7) lens to compliment my Sony A7R4 for the very same reason. I was sold my Q2 as my walk around camera. I liked it, but I really love the XT1

That wet day looked amazing like glass

Beautiful spot for a morning walk with camera. (Also own an x-pro3 with xf 16/2,8, Nokton 23/1,2 and Zeiss 32/1,8)

Fuji is is fun for those who love the process of taking pictures as much as the outcome .. x100v the next one? Or perhaps film photography? Have fun, mate 🎉

I remember when the first X-Pro came out, and it really intrigued me at the time. Unfortunately I didn’t (and still don’t) have the disposable income to try it out. I’d still like to try a Fuji camera at some point. I’ve heard their colors are wonderful.

Being a left eye shooter I’ve always found range finders wrong, built for right eye shooters… probably just me 😂

You seem to be getting an excellent bunch of beach shots with this camera. That’s my problem with the camera system at the moment. I am on the cusp of selling it but it’s so much fun to use. So I’m holding onto it too.

The back screen is definitely not useless. It gives me enormous pleasure. First because of what it is not. Secondly because it tells me which custom profile, white balance and ISO settings are selected before I even turn the camera on. Once the camera is turned on, it allows me to scroll through my custom profiles and select a new one without anyone seeing what I'm up to.

best shutter sound in the business!

As a proud owner of a x100f I can assure you that what you felt was magic and was fun because of the camera! Before this buy I felt the same as you, gear is gear, it isn’t, we need to find fun doing what we love, I’m very happy that I found fuji for this

I mostly do videos but everytime I watch your videos, it makes me want to take more photos.

The Xpro3 and the 27mm Pancake is exactly the setup I said was where this camera shined in my review a few years ago haha

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW!!!!!! THATS M11 LIPS SYNC!!!!!!!!!!!!! ABSOLUTELY GENIUS!!!!!!!

Bought it used, shot with it and I hated it. Sold it for a small profit and bought an X-Pro2. Couldn't be happier. The '2 is about 90-95% the camera that the '3 is IMO for half the price used.

Using an x100v myself, I’m excited to see how you get on with the film sims. Very intrigued to see how close you can get to your standard presets using the on-camera settings?! If not, has anybody else tried to mimic James’ style?

Just like you, I have gone through the M4/3 to FF path and ended up all in with Fuji. You will be there soon too. Maybe will end up replacing your FF with APS C first and ultimately go to their medium format cameras

I’m finally going to say it - out of all the many photography channels I follow, I think you have easily the best ‘eye’ of them all.

Next time you feel urge to spend money for fun try Pentax KP (or K-3 Mk III if you want to spent more) and 20-40mm Limited. KP is no longer produced but should be available new somewhere on amazon and if not there is a ton of used ones. You will have interesting time with real pentaprism DSLR and most funny lens I personally ever used. Only prime zoom I ever got into my hands (I know it sounds silly). Plus both are weathersealed and build like tanks.

I'm saving up for this camera hope to have it soon

Hi James, looks like there's no cure on the horizon for "GAS" but those are some very nice photos down in Brighton and also in London. APS C is a keeper format, at least according to Fuji.

i just bought it too. i love it.

woow the imgage coming out from this camera is stunning, no more editing needed.

I’m waiting for the pro4. Hopefully they will replace the screen and have better auto focus and have the larger viewfinder of the XH2

I think that happened to be the day I was working away from home and on Worthing beach on the same morning with my xe3. Not really that much of a coincidence and not stalkerish but sharing the same fantastic light. Have been looking at upgrading for some time as I like the flip down screen so interested in any further reports. Cheers.

Interesting video. I prefer your images of the countryside, but it was nice to see some of the sights from Brighton. As for the camera, I wouldn't get more fun from it than I suppose I would with your Sony.

Similar sentiments here, though I went a bit older in looking for a more analogue and fun experience - the now venerable X-T1 . I do expect to buy an X-pro one day too.

camera and photos both awesome

I bought my X Pro 3 for my trip in Amsterdam. It’s ongoing as I am typing this. The camera has amazed me. I bought it because I didn’t want to carry my heavy 5D iii and I felt it would grab too much attention towards me that will make the photos look inauthentic. I got the X Pro 3 Simple for the fact that the screen was hidden. I loved that. I wanted to be immersed in the city, not fidgeting with my camera. My eyes are the viewfinder, I just use the optical viewfinder to frame what I see. It’s beautiful, simple, elegant. At night I unload the photos and wrestle with them in Lightroom. Such a pleasure wouldn’t have been felt with my 5D, because they come out not needing much editing. Whoever made this camera has balls to be brave to actually make it in a world where most people won’t care. It’s a daring camera made by daring people and it encourages me to be daring to complete the chain. It withstood heavy rains and storms with me. I went during harsh conditions because that’s what a person with this camera does, nothing stops it so nothing should stop the photographer. I finally feel like a kid with my cheap toy camera again, but this one is much more of a beast in every way and shape.

What's really fun for me is using a camera/lens combination that allows me to get the photos I want and rewards my efforts with great results. My full frame a7 is more fun than my Sony APS-C.