The Unusual Fujifilm X100 VI reviewed

A detailed, hands-on, unsponsored review of the unusual Fujifilm X100VI digital camera.

The camera was on loan from Fujifilm Canada and has been returned. I do not work for, and was not paid by Fujifilm. They did not see the script or video before posting.

My sole revenue for this channel comes from Google AdWords and kind contributions from viewers like you.

[christianpetersen]

Hi Maarten, great to see you again. I’ve been on the waiting list here in UK since March and each month receive an email from supplier saying no news yet. Whilst waiting I bought a used 100V a few days ago to enjoy the unique features while it is still summer. By the time the VI arrives I should be quite conversant with the settings and all set to hit the ground running. Thanks for a lovely review as always.

[AlienFrequency]

Hey, you're back! I love your videos. Even if it's a product I have no intention of purchasing, I still watch. I just like listening to your commentary.

[JacobZvi]

This is the most useful, unusual and review of a most reviewed camera. There are so many reviews out there in which someone holds the camera and shoots as many specs as he can during his video, while you explain the (unusual) way this camera works and its design philosophy. I wish you came back to Youtube, I really enjoyed the videos you made. It shows your profound understanding of this technology, which is so rare these days. I, as so many, wanted to buy this camera, now I know why I should and why I should not. Thanks !!!

[martymargatt]

What a great review! A no nonsense, to the point analysis of the X100Vi, looking at the features and design elements that people use most often. I've been wanting to replace my X Pro 1 for a while now. The X100vi may be the camera I've wanted and waited to get. Thanks for making this review.

[americosequeira]

Wonderful to see a review from you again!

[RobertVinet]

Thank you for your unusual but necessary review of this unusual camera. I own the X100S, a much earlier version, and looking forward to owning the X100VI and all it's features. Love your video reviews, Maarten.

[treloar]

As always, a great review! Good to see you again!

[jamespkuzman]

It’s so good to see you again, Maarten! Your videos are always so well thought out and pleasant to watch, and this one was no exception. A long-time Fujifilm aficionado, I am on the waiting list for an X100VI at my local camera shop

[mawavoy]

Great to see you again. Your review is very interesting. The camera is ideal for travel and street genres. Thanks for taking the time to produce. It’s fairly easy to see why the camera is so popular.

[rksymons]

As far as the cluttered controls, I think you have the option to customize the "my options" menu. That way you can select options you think you can use without having to dig through all the rest.

[hobbytake]

I miss watching your well thought out video reviews! I have had it on order for months now and wonder if I'll ever get it!

[aninkoacharjee]

I was eagerly waiting for your review. Delightful as always ❤

[Tuber]

So glad to see you back, appreciate all your knowledge !

[bobmorse]

Good to see you back. There's certainly no shortage of quality cameras available. I'm tempted by too many. For now, my Lumix G9 will remain my walk-about camera, grabbing a Nikon full frame when I get more serious. It's always a pleasure to hear your opinions.

[jjd]

Martin, I agree with you 100% about doing away with some of the menu settings. I always enjoy your videos.

[jimfielder]

Martin, great video - I've had mine for a few months now and love it. It's my everyday carry and it's always with me. One point you misspoke about was the camera not detecting the optional WCL and TCL lenses. The early versions of these were not the II version, and did not have auto detection. The II version like the one you were using, have a small magnet near the thread which let the camera know which adapter lens you are using, WCL or TCL. The X100VI automaticly knows which lens you added and it's noted on the display and viewfinder. One other thing I think you missed was the digital teleconverter that changes the standard lens to 50mm and 70mm. This of course does lower the megapixel for those shots to Medium for the 50mm digital zoom, and to Small for the 70mm digital zoom. The raw image for these digital zoom levels is as normal - the change is to the jpeg output. As always, well done!

[bowenisland]

Always enjoy your content and presentation. So tempting to simplify my kit, but I love my X-pro3!

[joeyjohnson]

Happy to see you again. Hope you are doing well.

[lucasphotostream]

Thanks for the great review and welcome back Maarten - we have missed you.

[rickyzagalo]

Thanks, Maarten. It is always a pleasure to listen to you.
And very useful because, you see, I'm a kind of a Nikon guy, but the truth is that, for the first time, I really understand the fuzzy about this camera.
Cheers