X-Pro3

Five years of fashion, editorial and wedding use with no shutter-button or screen-cable failures.

“5 years and never failed me. No shutter button issues and no cable issues. I rarely use the screen and never beyond 90°.”

Turns to their X-Pro3 every time they're in a creative rut; 26MP is plenty.

“When I am in a creative rut, I turn to my X-Pro 3 every time.”

Loves their X-Pro3 but uses their X-T5 more because of IBIS.

“Love my pro-3 but definitely use it less often than my xt5 due to ibis.”

Moved from Canon 5Ds to the X-Pro3 and is so happy with its low light and light weight that they are selling all their Canon gear.

“Despite how beautiful and pure the X-Pro3 is to shoot with”

Will never sell their X-Pro3; zero regrets and calls it a modern classic.

“Will NEVER sell my X-Pro3. With all the hate the camera got when it was revealed. I went in on it and have zero regrets.”

Finds the X-Pro3 horribly unbalanced with big lenses like the 50-140.

“just like the ergonomics of this bad boy right here.”

After a year, calls the X-Pro3 incredible but its flip-down screen design falls short.

“While the X-Pro3 is an incredible machine and has taken some of my favorite photos I've shot, it clearly falls short in a couple departments.”

Their X-Pro3 has the screen cable failure and is taped shut.

“My xpro3 has the cable issue and is gaffed shut currently.”

Loves the X-Pro3 and rarely needs the LCD.

“I love my X-Pro 3 and rarely ever use the LCD anyway.”

Has owned the X-Pro3 since 2021 without the ribbon cable failure yet, but expects it.

“l haven't experienced the ribbon cable issue with my camera YET.”

Their X-Pro3's LCD died and cost about SGD400 to repair.

“when my X-Pro3 external LCD died, I sent it in”

Sold the X-Pro3 and kept the X-Pro2, which felt better.

“I bought the XP3 to replace my XP2, but I sold the 3 and kept the 2.”

Their X-Pro3 since 2020 is all they need.

“I have my X-Pro3 since November 2020 and it's all I need and want.”

Found the X-Pro3 good-looking but unimpressive as a camera.

“So I bought it and ehh... Yeah it was ok...”

Loves the X-Pro3: no back screen changes the experience and image quality is insane.

“I love my XPro3 so much!”

Rarely uses the X-Pro3; disappointed by low-light blur and image quality.

“I rarely use the xPro 3 anymore, and when I do, I’m usually disappointed by the blurry shots in low light”

Sold the X-Pro3 and kept the X-T5 for better ergonomics.

“I ended up selling the X-Pro3 and keeping the X-T5.”

Kept the X-Pro3 over the X100VI and X-T5; so zen with the OVF.

“I kept X-Pro3, because there is nothing like it out there.”

Often prefers their X-T3 because the X-Pro3's hidden display is a hassle.

“I have the X Pro 3 and the X-T3 but I often just prefer the X-T3 because the hidden display is mostly a hassle.”

Still uses the X-Pro3 daily since launch despite a screen failure.

“I've had the XPro3 since it came out and I fell in love with the concept.”

Shoots 80% of photos on the X-Pro3 over their X-T5.

“around 80℅ of my photos are with that camera since getting it.”

Super happy with the X-Pro3's shooting experience.

“I finally picked one up and I’m super happy with it. The shooting experience is just amazing.”

Traded an X-T4 for the X-Pro3 and loves it as a fun camera.

“I loved my x-t4, but I traded it in for my x-pro 3. I still love the thing though. It’s a fun camera”

Sold the X-Pro3 after three months as its rear screen failed and the OVF felt gimmicky.

“sold it about 3 months later for the same price, which was a miracle because at that point the rear screen stopped working”

Loves the X-Pro3 but its rear screen intermittently glitches.

“I love my xpro3, but I’ve noticed intermittently the rear screen will be messed up.”

Prefers the X-T5 over the X-Pro3; the hybrid finder is nice but the fold-out screen isn't.

“The one thing I really ended up not liking with the xpro is the fold out screen”

Full-time wedding photographer loves shooting with X-Pro3s.

“I'm a full time wedding photographer, shooting with XPro3s”

Sold the X-Pro3 after months; loved it but the back screen hindered a glasses wearer.

“Absolutely loved it, but the back screen was more of a hindrance than I thought it would be.”

Loved their used X-Pro3 until the shutter button stopped clicking after six months.

“After about 6 months I realised the shutter button no longer clicks a second time.”

Had shutter button issues on two X-Pro3s and the monitor replaced twice.

“I’ve had the shutter button issue on two separate X-Pro 3’s”

Their X-Pro3 has been fine in rain and snow with great durability.

“I’ve used my Xpro3 in all types of weather including rain and snow and never had a problem.”

Having fun with the X-Pro3 after trading an X100V; feels sturdy.

“I'm having a lot of fun with mine after trading my x100V for it.”

Their X-Pro3 failed after about a year; lost trust in Fuji build quality.

“i loved using it but it only lasted me about a year.”

Two years with the X-Pro3 Dura-Silver and no serious issues.

“I’ve had my Dura-Silver model for two years and so far I haven’t had any serious issues.”

Their X-Pro3 was good as new after ~50k shots.

“Just sold my X-Pro 3 recently but it had probably something close to 50k clic and it was good as new.”

On their second X-Pro3 with no issues and regrets selling the first.

“I’m on my second x-pro3 and I’ve never had an issue. Really regret selling my first one tbh.”

Their X-Pro3 is going strong under heavy use.

“My Pro 3 is going strong and it's getting heavy use for sure.”

Bought a used X-Pro3 for the OVF; its small rear screen failed recently.

“I generally only use the OVF (the whole reason for buying an xpro3 as opposed to an XT4 or XT5)”

Uses the X-Pro3 personally and professionally; doesn't find it heavy.

“My x pro is getting more use since I got the 33/1.4.”

Uses the X-Pro3, X100V and X-T5 for weddings and would choose the X-Pro3.

“If I had to decide, I’d go with the Pro in the long r”

Their X-Pro3 is in repair for the rear display failure.

“My Fuji X-Pro3 is currently getting repaired for the exact same issue.”

Loves the X-Pro3 and is glad they chose it over the X100V.

“Yup. Tons better than the 100v. I love my Xpro3.”

Loves the X-Pro3; their favourite Fuji.

“I had an Xpro2 and now have an Xpro3 and I love it.”

Finds the X-Pro3 impractical as a secondary camera.

“i can tell you that's not the best gear that i used in term of practicality.”

Their X-Pro3's shutter release failed after 10k shots; $325 repair.

“Then the shutter release on the top plate failed. Cost me $325 to have Fuji USA fix it”

The X-Pro3 is their favourite Fuji.

“X-pro 3 is my fave Fuji camera.”

Used the X-Pro3 as a daily driver for over five years and found it perfect for them.

“I wrote a [long blog post](https://mnchrm.co/fujifilm-xpro3-review/) I thought might be of interest”

Feels the X-Pro3 was built for them; never needs the LCD.

“I feel lucky that they built the xpro3 for me.”

Loves the X-Pro3's hidden screen and feel.

“I own the X-Pro3 and for me it's all about how it feels to pick up the camera.”

Just bought the X-Pro3 and finally found a camera that clicks.

“Just picked up a X-Pro3, paired with a Voigtländer Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4”

Sold an X-T5 for the X-Pro3 and never looked back.

“Sold my XT-5 to get a X-Pro 3 and never looked back.”

Their X-Pro3's LCD ribbon cracked and the screen stopped working.

“The ribbon that connects to lcd had been cracked and the screen stopped working.”

Finds the X-Pro3 with a Voigtländer 23mm an enjoyable shooting experience.

“paired with the X-Pro3, it's been a really enjoyable shooting experience.”

Finds the X-Pro3 much more suitable for everyday shooting than their GFX 50R.

“Reality is that xpro is much more suitable to everyday situations”

Misses their X-Pro3 dearly after switching to a GFX.

“I went with a 50S II but I miss my X-Pro3 dearly.”

Surprised by the X-Pro3's low-light performance.

“I was surprised by the xpro3’s low-light performance.”

Sold Canon gear for the X-Pro3, which reignited their desire to shoot.

“This camera re-ignited my desire to get out and take pictures, I find it a joy to carry around.”

Found the X-Pro3's combined shutter/ISO dial awkward and fragile.

“People rave about the combined shutter speed and ISO dial on the X-Pro and X100 bodies but I always found it to be awkward”

Loves the X-Pro3's hidden screen for street and portraits after a year, but it isn't practical for video.

“I’ve had the X-Pro3 for about a year now, love the system and the hidden screen”

Sold the X-Pro3 and kept the X100V to stop agonising over lenses.

“In the end I sold the xpro3 and kept my x100.”

Finds the X-Pro3 fun and inspiring but its pictures lack sharpness next to a GFX 50S II.

“while the xpro3 is super fun and inspiring, I find the pictures to be lackluster in general. Mostly in the sharpness department”

Absolutely loves the X-Pro3's film sims, look and build.

“So, I’ve gotten the Xpro3 a few months back, and I absolutely love it.”

Their X-Pro3's screen broke and its fixed-magnification OVF disappointed.

“The screen in the 3 isn't great either and mine, like a lot of other people's, broke.”

Has used the X-Pro3 since 2020 with no screen issues; shooting through the viewfinder helps composition.

“Never had any screen issues but I rarely do open it.”

X-Pro3 owner wishes for an X100 when only carrying the 23mm.

“I say that as someone who owns an XP3. I love the 23, but every time I go out with just the 23, I think “gee I wish I had an X100.””

Their X-Pro3 gave some of the experience they wanted but they worry about the cable issue.

“Xpro3 did somewhat give me the experience I kind of wanted but I think part of me also thinks that the xpro3 cable issue might affect me”

Looking to trade the X-Pro3 for an X-T5; the manual-lens setup feels gimmicky.

“I use an X-Pro 3 and have the 23mm voigtlander. It’s a great combo but it feels way too gimmicky”

Loves the X-Pro3's rangefinder style.

“I love my Xpro3! Loving the rangefinder style”

Absolutely loves the X-Pro3's OVF and hidden screen.

“I have the xpro3 and absolutely love it.”

Uses the X-Pro3 like a film camera and finds it tremendous fun.

“So I use it rather like a film camera and it’s tremendous fun.”

Loves the X-Pro3 and its screen still works fine.

“I’ve loved using my xpro 3, I use the ovf whenever I can”

Loves the X-Pro3 enough to order a second one.

“I love both to the point that I just ordered another x-pro3.”

Finds the X-Pro3's build a beast compared with the X-E5's mushy controls.

“The xpro3 is a beast. The joystick on xe5 feels mushy, even the dials feels off.”

Prefers the X-Pro3 despite a display that failed two years ago.

“Mine has a failed display for 2 years now, i shoot only using the EVF, no pb whatsoever.”

Keeping the X-Pro3 over the X100VI; fits their hands better.

“the X-Pro fits my hands better and I like having lens options”

Loves the X-Pro3: awesome in low light, no need for IBIS.

“Only had it a few months but I love the Xpro3”

Their X-Pro3 works great and is very reliable.

“I have an X-Pro 3 and it works great and is very reliable.”

Their X-Pro3 suffered the dead rear screen issue; Fuji UK fixed it in five days.

“It was for the dreaded dead rear screen replacement on an X-Pro 3.”

Their X-Pro3 had the screen failure and a $500+ repair quote.

“Same screen issue on my xpro3.”

Their X-Pro3 does everything they need.

“My X-Pro3 and four lenses do everything I need them to.”

Happy with their X-Pro3; only battery and AF could be improved.

“I'm not hurting at all with my Pro3.”

Has owned the X-Pro3 since release and it still feels new.

“I’ve had my xpro3 since release. I don’t take it out as often as I like but it still feels like I just got it lol”

Prefers their X-Pro3 over the X-E5 for its OVF and deliberate shooting feel; it's the one they would keep.

“I always end up using the X-Pro 3 as more of a deliberate camera choice that feels like a more capable tool”

Finds their X-Pro3 a great camera but dislikes the tilted top plate design and button build quality.

“Although, my x-pro 3 is a great camera, the design with the tilted top plate isn’t great at all. Same goes for the build quality (buttons etc)”

Returned the X-Pro3 because its autofocus was infuriating.

“I bought a xpro 3 and returned it, the auto focus is infuriating.”

Uses the X-T5 for pro work and the X-Pro3 for fun SOOC shooting with more vibe.

“I use the X-Pro3 for quick SOOC fun photography.”

Traded an X-T3 and X-E3 for the X-Pro3, now their favourite camera.

“I traded my xt3 and My XE3 for the Xpro3 and it's my favorite camera to date”

Calls the X-Pro3 their favourite camera.

“I have an xPro3 and it is indeed my favorite camera.”

Will never sell their X-Pro3, a camera they're clearly attached to.

“I’ll never sell my X-Pro 3.”

Uses their X-Pro3 with the 27mm pancake as an everyday carry in a small sling bag.

“Yes, I’d consider xpro + 27mm pancake to be every day carry.”

Had to exchange their X-Pro3 twice, and the third one's screen ribbon still failed.

“I had all sorts of issues with my X-Pro3 and had two official returns and exchanges before I finally got a 3rd, and then the screen ribbon also failed anyway.”

Moved from Canon to Fuji with the X-Pro3 and regretted it because of ergonomics and lenses; hasn't touched it in months after returning to Canon.

“went to Fuji via xpro3 a few years ago and regretted it. I stuck with it but recently went back to canon (dslr 5d4) with their L primes and love”

Since buying the X-Pro3 this year they barely use their X-T5, keeping it only for film scanning.

“Since I bought my X-Pro3 earlier this year, I barely use the X-T5”

Their early DuraSilver X-Pro3 has served them well; the titanium top needed reseating out of the box, and they rarely use the rear screen.

“My DuraSilver X-Pro3 was one of the first produced and has served me well.  When it first came out of the box it had that issue where the titanium top”

Went X-Pro3 → X-H2 → X-E5 and back to the X-Pro3, and is very happy: the X-E5 is technically better, but the X-Pro3's hybrid viewfinder and design suit them more.

“Sold the XE5 last month for the x pro3 and I am very happy with that decision. Newly repaired screen and I checked back with the national repair center from”

Bought a broken X-Pro3 and fixed it; loves it but wouldn't buy another.

“I have one that I bought broken and I fixed it. I love it but I wouldn’t get another. I don’t shoot weddings with Fuji anymore so I’d replace it”

Wouldn't buy the X-Pro3 again because it's too fragile.

“No, too fragile. Sensor is the same across multiple”

Loved the X-Pro3 but would only buy one again below €1,000, given its older tech and known issues.

“I loved the xpro3 but would get it again only for a really good price, below 1k euro.”

Had the X-Pro3 for a year and loved its hidden display, but the display broke and they sold it; worried about EVF and shutter-button complaints before buying another.

“I had an xpro3 for a year and sold it to move it to full frame after my display broke, I also has the pro1 and 2 but I loved”

Their X-Pro3's EVF and OVF display become far too bright.

“My x-pro 3’s evf and ovf screen gets really bright. Does anybody got the same”

Owns the X-Pro3 and an X-T5; although the X-T5 is stellar, the X-Pro3 fits how they shoot better, and they'd buy another if it died.

“It's a stellar camera, but the X-Pro3 is a better fit for how and what I shoot most of the time. I would almost certainly buy another one if mine died.”

Bought a used X-Pro3 because they missed their old one, and shot most of a drift event with it and the 23mm f/2 and 35mm f/1.4 instead of their full-frame kit. Loves the files enough to consider moving their main pro setup to Fuji.

“brought it and some primes to a drift event and used that setup for most of my shots over my full frame kit with nice zooms”