Street photography is a genre that allows one to document their surroundings as and when it unravels. While there are multiple cameras that one can choose from, from full frames to Micro Four Thirds to point-and-shoot, each often comes with its own challenges. For some, form factor is of importance, but for others, it is that as well as a higher resolution sensor. If you are someone who is looking to buy something similar, then there is one option from Fujifilm that can be of help: The Fujifilm GFX 100RF.
Stunning Build
Why would someone want to invest in a $5000 camera? One of the reasons is that the GFX 100RF is the first medium format point-and-shoot, which is a huge deal. For the uninitiated, medium format sensors or films are often housed in bigger cameras. While the GFX did help to shave off several pounds, it wasn’t until the launch of this device that you get a truly fixed lens offering. In fact, it also offers 35mm, 45mm, 63mm, and 80mm digital teleconverters, which means you can crop your images to your heart’s content. It is small, unassuming, and gives you the liberty to be inconspicuous. As we said in our review, “I tend to feel closer to my subject, much more confident, and happier overall. Camera bodies like this make photography a joyous experience again.” You do not have to buy a larger bag for extra lenses either.
Images That Will Make You Feel Awe
The Fujifilm point-and-shoot offers exceptional image quality. The camera has multiple exposure mode, but one can’t edit the RAW files later on. There are also the colors, which are natural and accurate. The images above, for instance, have a nice look and feel, and much of it also depends on how you edit the photos. You’ll get plenty of sharpness to work with, and that says a lot for those who like clinical sharp photos. If you have used other Fujifilm cameras, then this one will not be far too different to use. Slap on a film simulation mode, you can also cut down time on the editing desk. In fact, because it is a medium-format, one can easily push the base ISO from 400 to 1600 and that is quite impressive.
A Liberating Experience
What makes the Fujifilm point-and-shoot also appealing is the specs. You get 100MP camera, with a rangefinder-style body, and it can easily fit into your pocket. You can crop your images vertically, get an aspect ratio dial, and it feels incredible in your hands. If you are someone who does not care about the price tag, then the GFX 100RF is for you. As we explained in our review, “The Fujifilm GFX100RF is truly a companion camera for the experienced photographer that is sick of having a plethora or everything and wants to keep a simple kit and a versatile mind that doesn’t make the technology do all the work for them. This photographer wants to zoom with their feet. They know that a lens has more than one aperture.”
As cameras become expensive, having a model that does it all can be of help.