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Everyone Loves This Camera - I Can See Why

Tom Calton

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This is quite possibly one of the most loved Fujifilm cameras of all time. I’m talking about the Fujifilm X-T1, and almost 10 years after it’s initial release, countless photographers are still using this as their go to street photography camera. So I decided to buy one for myself to find out what all the hype is about...

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⏳ TIME STAMPS ⏳
POV Street Photography - @0:00
Fujifilm X-T1 - @0:25
Price - @1:01
The Backstory - @1:43
Specs & Build - @2:21
Dials, Dials & More Dials - @3:04
Small & Mighty - @4:12
AF - @4:23
Brightin Star 28mm f/2.8 - @5:00
Manual Focus Help - @5:26
The Downsides - @5:56
Snaky Boi - @6:19
Fixing The Grip - @6:42
Image Quality - @7:40
Film Sims - @8:21
Verdict - @8:36

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20 Comments

@chrishardy3134 2 years ago

I've kept my fuji xt1 so long its become cool again.

@J2tallrich 2 years ago

Thanks to videos like this, this camera is like 500 now

@marike1100 2 years ago

The only problem is unless you find an absolute beater that some crackhead is selling, an X-T1 sells for at least $400. MPB or fleabay, that’s the going rate. That and is anyone else getting tired of “the $150 street camera” theme? It’s like, yeah eBay, old cameras and streets exist. 😂

@TheMatzewin5555 2 years ago

Hi Tom,

actually Fujifilm will happily replace your rubber if you send the camera to them. They did this for free for me in germany and I was out of warrenty for 5 years.

@MrCosmicVictory 2 years ago

that cam leather makes it unique af! nice. that thing is yours forever now because its you

@petrstastny5130 2 years ago

This leather replacement is great idea. Can you please share your template for rest of us?

@LyndonPatrickSmith 2 years ago

That X-trans II sensor has a silky smoothness not found in any of the other x-trans models. It is special.

@rolandgasser6711 2 years ago

I own a black and graphite version of the XT-1! Both are as new! I love them and never will sell it! The feel and the sensor are unique. ❤
Thanks for the video.

@yetifive-oh2242 2 years ago

My Trusty XT-1 with the 18MM pancake is my go-to travel setup.

@yesteryearcameras 2 years ago

I just bought one for the second time, because of it's very good price and quality. I also own a XT-2, which is an awesome camera! But i love the XT-1 for it's smaller size and the lovely x-trans 2 sensor. It's better to have an old but gold camera with me, than an expensive one at home.

@Bildsignal 2 years ago

I bought as soon as it was released and still got it. I love it and I also use it with manual lenses. The rubber issue was a service done free of charge by fuji back in the day here in Germany.

@carolingrimaldi 2 years ago

I used both the X-E1 (1st Gen) and the X-E2 (2nd Gen.) and never complained about image quality, even in low light.

@swagonman 2 years ago

I bought my XT1 when it first came out, as an upgrade to my XE1. Just a year ago, I finally upgraded to the XT4 specifically for better video, bigger battery, and IBIS (for my large collection of prime lenses without OIS). After all those years, the XT4 is still basically the same fantastic camera as the XT1 with just a bunch of evolutionary improvements. I love these cameras. Seeing your video, I may dust off my XT1 and pop on a manual lens and take it out for some fun. BTW, I did have my XT1 professionally reskinned by Fujifilm of North America — perfect!!! ❤

@Edward_The_Head 1 year ago (edited)

Nice video, bro. I bought a used X-T1 in like-new condition, with around 400 shutter actuations, still with the original box and everything, after using my X-T2 for a few years. Incredibly, after the purchase, I found myself using the X-T1 more than the X-T2. With the kind of photography I do (mostly street and landscapes) I don’t need next-gen autofocus, and I often shoot using manual focus.

But what truly enchanted me about the X-T1 is its sensor, the stunning colors it produces, and the perfect balance between megapixels and image quality. It made me rediscover the joy of sticking with an older model and avoiding unnecessary expenses, while everyone else is chasing megapixels and the latest releases.

@boyced 2 years ago

Nice to see Oundle. Haven't lived there for a while now. Still looks the same

@quicksesh 1 year ago

Love your review ... I just purchased an XT-1 and I have to say it just feels wonderful, I got the Fujinon 16-50mm 3.5-5.6 OIS lens (which does and some bulk) but is a brilliant all purpose zoom, I also got the battery grip (£24) and that adds a lot of heft to the camera, but it really makes the handling first rate (it also gives you a second battery, so you'll never run out of power on a shoot) ... I really like this camera and its lack of bells and whistles compared to the newer models isn't an issue as it still gives professional standard shots.

@hallsofvalhalla1749 1 year ago

Still using my XT2. Its great.

@davidalangraham 2 years ago

I remember when it first came out....man I am getting old :) Happy Thanksgiving from the US!

@rocket0237 2 years ago

This was my first camera, perfect for understanding the ins and outs of photography. I still use it as my daily and even after upgrading to an a7III, I find myself grabbing this camera for when I’m on the go. XT-1 paired with the right lens can give amazing photos.