Fujifilm X100v: The “V” is for video. 

Were the video in your clips on auto, or were they using the ND filter? I am in a similar position where I want to be more in the moment for crucial events with the family. After being stubborn and OCD about the 180* rule I am starting to accept that I would rather have the moment than fuss about proper shutter speed and filters.

@@Alakazam2047 I used the ND filter! I totally feel you about the 180 degree rule, but thats also what I love about the built in Nd haha -- you can use it pretty much without compromise :)

it's really liberating to use as video! especially because the stills obviously are already amazing, really helps keep the kit compact and the focus on creating tight. hope it worked out for you!!

I map the ND filter to the front button in the OVF/EVF tilt switch. really helps to access that nd quickly :)

Thank you! It’s a lovely camera to shoot with :)

Right it’s wayyyyyyyyy better than I was expecting & hoped tbh! It’s been playing on my mind as to wether to buy it as wanted to ability to use video aswell & you’ve definitely sold me on it!

thanks for the kind comment! definitely gotta be careful of the shake :)

Haha thank you!! And yeah, the lack of stabilization can be rough, but I just embrace it lol

Thank you Linda! I always appreciate your comments and support. The x100F is a great camera! I love the WLC conversion, I never realized it but I really do prefer 28mm to 35mm. thank you again for your kind words!

thanks Jeff! Haha for sure, the used market price is too high and even if you get one at retail -- it's a weird spot where the new one might be too close. Definitely think waiting is the right option! haha

I think a tear just rolled down my eye. thanks my man, appreciate it 😭

Couldn’t agree more, and I think you’re right on there - the camera is great for documenting, period. As far as others, they will always smear with specs etc, but the stat sheet will never truly show what happens in the game. One person says one thing and it becomes a script for everyone else. The only true downside is the the overheating, it doesn’t really affect me because as I said in the video, I tend to shoot in shorter bursts, but if you record 4K I find I get a around 5-6 minutes before it starts to give me the overheating warning :)

@@chrismeetschris yea the record time and over heat kills me but I’m like you where I record in burst, I have my other Fuji cameras for longer interview recording session and some times I’ll use the x100v for b roll, what I tell everyone is every camera is different all have pros and cons but it’s down to the artist to learn the quirks and us it to their advantage, at least that’s my philosophy :)

Use manual focus! :)

Hi Brian! I just throw it on a strap and go, I don't worry to much about it swinging around etc. I use that long weekend pouch for accessories and random things sometimes. but I find if the camera isn't on me ready to go, I won't use it. hope video is going well with it!

❤️ ❤️ ❤️ thank U JOY.

Hi there! I made a video about it, it’s toward the end! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-jCqoCdewIGM.htmlsi=elMPD4C4biSP5Wwr

...and now I'm coming back to acknowledge how great that video footage is of your wife and child. Well done. I agree with sentiments about this camera. It's helped me get back to enjoying both photography and videography and to get away from striving for that clinical look as a standard.

Hahaha! Thank you, really appreciate the comment.

That’s awesome!! They’re great bowls haha.

I believe it’s the model P from squarehood!

Hey Matt, thanks for the comment. The m10-R is a great camera, but I feel you! the best possible hybrid (if budget can support) is probably the Q3. It's got the photo and video capabilities where it lacks is in two areas: 1. no built in ND and two, no "film simulations" -- I know it has profiles, but they're not as nice as Fujis, obviously this is only an issue if you don't want to process yourself. as far as the x100v goes, its not "the best IQ" for video -- but as you can see in the video, it looks great and if you can live with its limitations I think its a GREAT option. I map the ND to to the front button on the OVF/EVF lever to make it easy to flick on and off, and the beauty is once you flip to video, I have it set to "silent video mode" which makes the video settings independent of the dials. to change aperture and shutter speed you use the on screen menu, so your photo and video specs are never colliding with each other. It makes switching between the two such a breeze. sorry for the stream of consciousness here, hope that helps a bit! summary: my photo settings are on the dials. When I switch to video I pop the Nd filter on with a click of a button, my shutter is always at 1/48, and I always shoot in a film simulation.

@@chrismeetschris No I loved the stream of consciousness. Great thoughts. I haven't heard of the Silent Video Mode, sounds like a very intuitive way to set things up. I'm pretty certain that the Q3 doesn't have the same CINE mode from the SL2 line that gives shutter angle and a few other goodies that make video a bit more intuitive. (But it still has LOG thankfully.) Everyone that shoots Leica doesn't really shoot video so its hard to find a good review that covers the video portion properly... Too many good cameras these days. Makes things easier and harder at the same time. I think the primary thing that keeps me from the X100V is the 8 bit. Who knows when they are going to choose to release the next rendition!

hey! thanks for stopping by :) the font IN the video is called "Domain display" or something and the font in the title is from an app called "mojo" not sure what the font is as you can't choose it haha.

thank you!

Manual always for video!

I don’t believe you can until the xh2s. But I might be wrong

BIG SMILE

heres my look: Movie mode: DCI 23.98P Film Sim: Eterna WB 6000 K R:6 B: -7 (you'll need to adjust this to your eye, but this is my starting point) Dynamic Range: 400 Tone Curve: H: -2 S: -2 Color: +4 Sharpness: -2 Noise reduction: -4 Moment Cinebloom 10% filter

thank you! here is the link (non affiliate) squarehood.se/collections/lens-hoods/products/model-p-x-100-series

I actually like that it doesn't have stabilization. makes me way more thoughtful with my shots. less movement, more focus on composition and sequencing to tell the story :) thanks for the kind comment!

Hey there! I do not use post stabilization. Im sure a small gimbal would be cool - but I really dislike gimbals. I just make sure when I shoot I’m very steady. I think about a few shots to make up a sequence so that I don’t need to move the camera as much. Almost everything is composed of a wide / medium / tight, this is also why I prefer using the WCL (28mm converter) the shakes are less noticeable than the built in 35mm, as well as it adds a bit more weight to the set up making it more stable :) I’ll also sometimes put the strap around my neck and hold the camera out - this also helps stabilize the footage. Hope that helps!

@@chrismeetschris Yes this makes perfect sense. I like how you think!

Thank you!

You can get to video in 2 button presses, but I feel you. Maybe in the next version!

All of it was shot on the WLC, I used all manual settings, white balance / shutter etc. I forgot to mention it, but pinned it in the comment up there somewhere - my favourite part of the x100v for video is the built in nd filter. Makes run and gun so much less cumbersome, especially when you’re switching from photo to video a lot. Thanks for the kind comment!

@@chrismeetschris so if I get it right you’ll flip the built in ND on and just adjust the ISO if the ND is too strong?

@@jwanger142 yeah, Nd, iso or aperature. Depending on the look

What do you mean horizontal lines?

You can't use your photo recipes I don't think, but you can still set one recipe at a time (I might be wrong) but either way go to your video icon and you'll see the options. heres my look: Movie mode: DCI 23.98P Film Sim: Eterna WB 6000 K R:6 B: -7 (you'll need to adjust this to your eye, but this is my starting point) Dynamic Range: 400 Tone Curve: H: -2 S: -2 Color: +4 Sharpness: -2 Noise reduction: -4 Moment Cinebloom 10% filter

@@chrismeetschris awesome, i’ll try yours out then. i don’t have cinebloom but i got a promist 1/4 i can use on it

Haha the app is TERRIBLE, are you by chance using the newest one? I still find the best way is to use an SD card adapter and just wire transfer it through haha.

Etsy!

@@chrismeetschris nice you got the link 😬 can’t seem to find it ;)

The camera has a surprisingly good built in mic!! Atleast when you’re not outside haha.

its all from the x100v.. except the talking head part, thats my xh2s

The elusive x100v. Tbh it’s pretty awesome

Etsy

I prefer "warm" but yellow works too :) thanks for the comment!

Video dropping tomorrow with specs!

Where's the WCL square hood from?

squarehood.se/collections/lens-hoods/products/model-p-x-100-series Highly recommend it. I think it’s the nicest one out there :)

It’s my “Leica” MP 😂

@@chrismeetschris Haha! Love it

NO WAY. haha, jk. Movie mode: DCI 23.98P Film Sim: Eterna WB 6000 K R:6 B: -7 (you'll need to adjust this to your eye, but this is my starting point) Dynamic Range: 400 Tone Curve: H: -2 S: -2 Color: +4 Sharpness: -2 Noise reduction: -4 Moment Cinebloom 10% filter

@@chrismeetschris ありがとう🫠

Lol