Fujifilm equipment and articles
It’s a fair question. The internet has been flooded with praise for Fuji’s little retro-looking camera, and at times the hype has felt louder than the shutter itself. But here’s the thing: I’ve lived with it for over a year. I’ve owned the X100T, the X100V, and I still use other cameras from Nikon, OM … Read more
I own both of Fuji’s “normal” primes — the compact XF 35mm f/2 and the newer XF 33mm f/1.4 WR — and on paper, they look very similar. Same field of view, both weather-sealed, both solid everyday options. But here’s the thing: they couldn’t feel more different once you actually use them. The 35mm f/2 … Read more
Updated April 2026: This review has been refreshed to reflect current pricing, performance, and continued real-world use of the XF 35mm f/2 on the latest Fujifilm bodies. It remains one of the best-value standard primes in the Fuji lineup — compact, reliable, and still the smart choice for most shooters. Is the Fuji 35mm f2 … Read more
Last Updated February 2026: Despite using a lot of cameras while writing articles for my website, the X-T5 remains the camera that I reach for when I’m with my family on personal trips and, the one I enjoy using the most, well, alongside my X100VI too. What I’ve found since moving to Scotland a couple … Read more
Updated April 2026 — This review covers the newer XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR version released in 2022, not the older non-WR model. After using it extensively alongside Fuji’s 18mm and 33mm WR lenses, here’s how it holds up today. Introduction The original Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 was one of the lenses I owned … Read more
Updated March 2026 — After using the XF 33mm f/1.4 WR for over a year alongside Fuji’s other premium primes, here’s how it holds up and whether it still feels like the right choice amongst the growing X-mount lineup. Is this a worthy successor to Fuji’s legendary 35mm f/1.4? I’ve loved the 50mm equivalent focal … Read more
Last Updated 7th August 2026: This article was completely rewritten in August 2026. Every recommendation has been re-evaluated against the latest generation of camera bodies to help you make the best buying decision. Table of contents: Click the links to jump to the relevant section. Disclaimer: This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase through … Read more
Last Updated May 2026 — After using the X100VI quite a bit since moving to Scotland at the beginning of 2026, and as stock availability of the X100VI has improved significantly, the odds have tilted further in the X100VI’s favour in my opinion — unless you can find a great deal on a used X100V. … Read more
Last Updated March 2nd 2026: I’ve been shooting with a lot of different cameras lately, but the X-T5 is still the one I grab for personal photos of my daughters and family — and these are still the best portrait lenses for Fujifilm going into 2026. if you’re looking for more general lens recommendations then … Read more
Shooting My Daughter’s Birthday with Two Fuji Portrait Lenses Sofia’s just turned nine, and for her birthday she invited quite a few friends from school as well as some of her cousins to a pool party we hosted. As usual, I brought my camera. It’s become something of a role I’ve taken on the last … Read more