Why is the Fuji X100v so popular? 

ive been getting into street photography/photography in general this year and your videos and focal point newsletter have been helping me a ton!

Great video Mike! I do see the the “feeling” that draws people to this camera. Even when I switched from a Sony A7ii to my XT-4, photography became so much more fun again for me!

Zack Arias and his X100 inspired me to no end. Now it's the Rioch GR IIIx for it's 100% pocket-ability. Use what inspires you to shoot.

Great video. Love the way you put together these little interviews. Great idea.

I love mine and will use it till it breaks. For me it made me enjoy the process of capturing the photo so much more, hype is only justified if the consumer gets what they were after and that is impossible to generalise over. Keep the hype going I say and get as many people away from the phones and enjoying the art of stills. Great vid as usual

I got one on launch day, at that time I was shooting only Fujifilm for everything. Weddings, general life, etc. It quickly became my favourite camera ever, and when Covid hit I documented so so much of my kids growing up through that time. I swore I’d never sell it. It came to weddings, I used it to sneak around for documentary work at those, and I was featured at the HoP in Covent Garden in their exhibition, with one of my wedding photos. Then- I just stopped using it, I’d hit a wall with photography- Covid had stopped my weddings, and when I did do some- I needed to get back into using something I loved. So, I sold the X100V, and indeed all of my Fujifilm gear, including my GFX50R, and had a complete change. I ended up with two Sony A7iv’s, and to replace the X100V ‘for me’ I got a great deal on a Leica Q2. I do miss the X100v at times, and I cannot believe the hype and overpriced situation with it- I sold mine for WAY less- just before all this nonsense started. Great camera though.

I’m still using the original x100 from 11 years ago. It still captures great photos, so I can only imagine how a newer version would be. I want one.

Got rid of mine and grabbed and xe4 with the xf 27mm. I can switch lenses for events and when it's not at work, it's basically a more capable x100v, even slightly more pocketable.

I think the X100V will always be one of my favourite cameras! There's just something magical about it.

I was waiting for a similar video at some point. And boy am I glad I didn't slip and go for it 🙂 Nicely put as always! 👊🏻

I ran into a limited edition X100 a few years ago for about half its original retail price. I have loved it ever since. All through the X100S, X100T, X100F and now the X100V I have no desire to upgrade to another camera. I'm so happy with its output that I see no reason. I've actually shot two small weddings with it (client loved it) and plenty of street and it's still fun. I bought an X Pro3 a year ago and hardly ever use it. I'll only look to upgrade if this one breaks!

Not paralyzed by lens choice, but that is replaced by film simulation choice stress. New to Fuji, and using sim bracket for now.

Mike.. I was a late subscriber to your channel, and I'm subscribed to many others, but what I like about your content is its concise, to the point, no waffle, honest and.. well i like it, oh and btw.. you make some pretty good images too!

Mike, I found your channel around 4 months ago and placed an order for the X100V instantly. It finally arrived yesterday. It’s gorgeous. You never know, we might bump into each other around the City sometime. Peace.

For anyone interested London Camera Exchange's Colchester branch had an x100v in stock brand new this morning, I think it's still up

I believe I've said this before: I had the X100V before getting the Q2M. I miss certain things about the X100V (having sold it for a reasonable price last year), including the flip-out screen, but certainly don't think it's as good as some people have been saying - though it is a great camera and I loved using it.

Awesome take, I remember my X100S and it really did bring a smile to my face when shooting. It is maybe overhyped, and I think anyone looking to experience using one should consider the S or T models to save a few dollaridoos

It takes beautiful images and I knew it would become a modern classic the moment I held it. Hard to put a value on "the experience it gives you", but I have no regrets. I'd been thinking of getting an X100 for about 5 years. My V is the pinnacle of the series. I imagine I'll be keeping it forever.

Had my black version since launch in 2020. 20k+ shutter actuations. Sold it last month for a $400 profit over original cost. It’s a wonderful camera that brought me a lot of joy - but overhyped is the understatement of the year.

Great video with awesome personalities! Waiting for non-initial comparison of fuji vs leica :))

Hi Mike. I love your channel. I have ordered the Fuji they say delivery end of April fingers crossed Bst Charles

I've owned the X100V for five months now. Had to wait seven months last year for it to be delivered! Paid the Fuji MSRP and it's worth every penny. Brilliant camera!

I want to try one, but when I'm out and about taking photos, I really love using my RX100M6. I get that it has a smaller sensor and doesn't have the hyped film simulations, but it fits in my pocket, has great IQ for its size, and has lots of zoom to capture moments without being intrusive.

Great video. I really like the conversations and opinions from others on the topic. Comment on "over hyped"; It's interesting that many believe it's "over hyped", yet it's their favorite camera, or the one they carry with them all the time, etc. I think I would like to know, has it lived up to the hype? In many ways I think it has. While several opinions stated about features were downplayed, it was often in the context of "for most people" or directed at persons considering inter changeable lens cameras. For what the camera is and what it's made to be, the feature list seems impressive and the quality is certainly top level (IMO), and in my case, the enjoyment of photography is something I think this camera delivers on considerably. For those reasons, I think it has lived up to the hype. (Also, I paid retail price for mine in Jan '23. No markup)

Wow so many POV in one single video, very underrated channel. Thanks alot! (Currently experiencing GAS for X100V 🤣)

As always great information Mike. I bought & sold the X100v some time ago & bought the X-E4 with various lenses which I don't really use. So have ordered the 100v again...on back order. I need its simplicity. May I ask where you got the brown neck strap with two brass studs ?

I sold mine and am happy with the x-pro3 + 27mm or 16mm just as my mood like it.

The price of the x100v recently dropped to the point where you can get a used one at its original price and if you can find one at less than 10000 clicks, it's not that bad of a deal. So I got one. I find it nice, but it will definitely not replace the love I have for shooting with my Sony a7Rii and Voigtlander lenses. I am an all manual street and landscape shooter and using interchangable Voigtlander lenses on the classic a7Rii has mad me fall in love, and learn, classic photography. I can see why the x100v is favored by all auto shooters with big auto lenses, but it won't replace my setup. It doesn't come close really. Also, the color science is not better outside, but it is better inside, but I use my phone for those anyway.

Thanks Mike, that's saved me some money. 👍

I liked the x100v but I was limited to one focal length AND it's not that good in low light so I sold it. I have other fujifilm cameras which I feel are better in low light (with the right lens) and often when I am working a scene I need focal length options to get the best from that scene. 👍

i got super lucky and picked one up for 1200 eur. for that price it is definitely worth it

I got the V originally because of the size and weight a year go. My Nikon FFs and lenses were just too cumbersome. I got the 28mm conversion lens which I really like. Since then I bought an X-S10 and a couple of lenses and I enjoy photography more.

I would like one but I'm happy using my x-t3 with the 27mm pancake for street photography.

I love my X100F. I recently got a Ricoh GRiiiX which is even more portable and so I carry it more but I miss the viewfinder of the X100 - it makes you act differently. I do wish both were weather sealed though. My X100 got wet and has been more flakey. It is worth 1.5x the cost of an iPhone in my opinion.

I’ve had my X100V for several years. It followed an F and before that a T. The hyperbole, brought about by social media, has basically resulted in members of the “more money than brains club” pricing it out of the reach of many genuine photographers.

THE CAMERA LIZARD HAS SPOKEN

Was lucky enough to pick one up second hand just before the hype actually started. It is no doubt overpriced now, but god I love it, and take it with me everywhere. The form factor is a game changer for me, and it makes the whole process of shooting photos fun; plus the photos I get out of it using a couple of custom recipes, have a feel I adore compared to my Sony system, or my Samsung phone

It's a nice camera for sure. Mine was developing a fault every now and then where the evf would get stuck either fully up, fully down or somewhere between the two. I'd have to bash the camera a little to get it unstuck. So i sold it to MBP. Crazily, I sold it for the same price I bought it for two years ago 😂

Do you use a protective filter with your X100V. If so which one, and is it compatible with a Squarehood MK III?

Nice job! Thank you …

X100V 👍

I've got the xe4 but only cos it was a lot cheaper 😅 super fun camera though and looks stunning

One could use an X-E4 (same size as the X00V) with one of Fuji’s 23mm f2 lenses for about the same price as the X100V and have the benefit of being an ILC. Still, the 100V is a great camera, and I love using mine.

I’ve bought this camera new 3 times and I love it , but I still find myself gassing for more power from the xt5 . I have an a7iv but I don’t use it for edc use . I just gotta control the gas 😂

Get an XE1 and a 7artisans 35mm1.2 mark2 used for a fun, cheap, great filmlike experience. 5 times cheaper than x100v.

I bought it just to see if I’d made the right choice in buying a Leica Q, the X100V went back in the box and resold an hour later, for me it felt like a downgrade and I love the Leica’s wider focal length

The high used / production issues shortage price might seem crazy, but the actual MSRP is fair, only $100 more than the original X100. It’s hyped for the great looks and because it was one of the first point & shoots with a viewfinder capable of producing professional level image quality. Images from it aren’t technically better than my now inexpensive D600, but the X100 is small and looks sexier taking them. ;)

Why Fuji is not yet releasing a new camera for the x100 line up? Gosh hopefully by then the x100v price will drop at least to the original retail price 💔😭

It’s simple: Mention another camera (from whatever brand) who has weather sealing, ND filter, leaf shutter that can sync flashes at unbelievable speeds and film simulations, all at the same time. For sure, the X100V IS unique. Everybody telling you there are alternatives need to pay attention on what is missing.

I think fundamentally, the X100V is so overhyped because there are 100s of RU-vidrs who own X100Vs asking 'Is the X100V overhyped?' and saying 'No it isnt'. Its a self fulfilling question if that makes sense. Not disrespecting your video, as I mentioned there are so many doing the same type of video, it's just an observation :) All the best.

Now is the best time to sell a X100V and the worst time to buy one. I used to have the X100F sold it in 2019, my only regret is not waiting until 2023 to make a better profit haha.

I'm going mad because I'd be more than sure to buy it but it's not available so there's that. At least not under GBP1700. That's ridiculous. With that said, I'm looking for something else. What other camera would you guys suggest instead? Right now leaning mostly towards the X-T4 or Sony6400 but the first is quite chunky, the later I don't really like the pictures coming out of it..

If you had the opportunity to buy one from a mate or a relative for less than say £1,500 then go for it but I would be concerned about spending nearly 2 grand on one only for Fujifilm to bring out an X100w a few months later 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

very weird complaint, but i wish the fuji had a standard shutter rather than silent leaf shutter. If it had that satisfying click it would be perfection

Many would say the X100V is a bit underpriced at MSRP considering what it is.

I love mine

Have shot it for 3 years basically and got fairly some money back when I sold it. I will buy the successor definitely 😂

Personally I went with the xe-4 just for fun and travel saves carry the massive Sony contained to this. Great video though.

If you have your own camera, you must take good-looking and beautiful photos and share them with others

As much as the X100V is overhyped, really think the X-E series is underrated. Paired with a 27mm 2.8 or a 16mm f2 is more or less same size, a lot less expensive and with the ability to change the lenses.

It's overhyped, yet my favourite camera. I feel so conflicted ahaha

It’s soo good! But the hypes got a little too much!

If you want to go to the next level as a photographer and videographer, get the FUJI XH 2.

I had an X100V for two years, but found I actually liked the Nikon Zfc better. I'm guessing the reason I liked the Zfc better mostly has to do with the fact that I've been shooting with Nikon cameras for over fifteen years and am super familiar with the controls and menus. There was nothing about the final output of the files from the X100V that was noticeably better than any other quality camera, but there are a ton of quirks that I ultimately couldn't get on with. So when I had the chance to sell my X100V for significantly more than I paid for it new two years ago I let it go. I was able to use the funds to purchase a brand new Nikon Z7, which turns out to be an amazing tool for scanning negatives. At the end of the day, it's not the gear that takes a great photo, it's the photographer. So for me, I've found it's simply best to use whatever I'm most comfortable with rather than what's most hyped on RU-vid.

Flogged mine for a song! It wasn’t all that for my type of photography in the end. Terribly overhyped in my view.

I suspect the vast majority of people who buy the camera are either first time photographers or people who aren’t actually interested in photography. A lot of them probably go unused and end up back on eBay.

Had the f. fun but image quality compared to full frame is meh

"it's not as fun as the small little boy"💀

I could care less about video or action photography. Consequently, my choice of axe is the somewhat smaller, more versatile, niftier & better looking Fuji, the much cheaper than thou X-E2. Less than $500 in mint very low shutter count condition like mine ta boot!..... to each their own sweet spot✅

I don’t think it is overhyped. I’m a Canon R5 shooter but bought a X100V for it’s retro compactness. It’s far better than I expected. No regrets at all. The Q2 though…… um?

Overhyped?

X100V the iPhone of the camera world. Nothing special just a status symbol with a look and a name. There are dozens of cameras a fraction of the price that take photos of equal quality and are more portable especially for street photography.

Shame on FujiFilm for no supply and cashing in...the time will come that they will regret this situation that they have allowed to happen in the marketplace

Why on earth are we discussing Hype over the X100v, when there people fixated upon Leica, completely over engineered, and completely over priced, Oh by the way completely over weight ?

Thanks TikTok and all the boring teenagers

x100v & q2 😹 another tiktok & ytube hype that normal creators don't want.