Hi! I work as a wedding photographer and have owned a Fuji X-Pro 3 for about a year. I am sharing my experiences from the perspective of a wedding photographer who was able to test the Fuji X-Pro 3 in various situations. At the beginning of my career, I lugged a Nikon D750 with a telephoto lens and a few fixed focal lengths around to weddings. The new system cameras made it a good idea to change systems. I couldn't immediately decide which camera to get. I fell in love with the Leica Q, but it was a bit too expensive for me and not really suitable for a wedding from a technical point of view. Don't get me wrong, the problem is more the fact that the Leica only has one card slot. Inconvenient when you have responsibility at a wedding. I got a Sony Alpha, which was supposed to be a second camera for the first time and perhaps replace the Nikon. That didn't happen. But the camera wasn't right for me. Then came the Fuji X-Pro 3 and with it the Fuji X-Pro 2. Goodbye Nikon.
To the Fuji X-Pro 3
Why did I choose the X-Pro 3? Because it looks like a Leica (which I like), because it has two card slots and... looks great! Oh yes, and it feels good in the hand, at least in mine. I've read and heard that if you have big hands, you should stay away from the X-Pro 3. That could be! I don't want to go into the technical data in this post. It's a camera with an APS-C sensor, so not an upgrade to my Nikon, which had a full-format sensor. Unfortunately, Fuji doesn't offer a large selection of lenses, which is a shame, but it could change in the future. The autofocus can't keep up with the Nikon either, of course also depending on the lens. For portraits, I have the 56 mm 1.2f, which is very good quality but too slow. Perhaps there will be a post about that with a few sample images. One battery can take around 300-400 pictures, so you should have a few ready. The Fuji film simulations are positive. These are based on the old analogue films by Fuji and look great. I always use one of the options available depending on the shoot. The APS-C sensor means you don't have as much flexibility in dark rooms as you would with a full format. However, the images are definitely usable at ISO up to 1250. The focus also finds its object quickly. (Depending on the lens). The wheels on the housing for the ISO and shutter speed as well as the direct aperture setting on the lens are advantageous and save time.
Conclusion
Anyone looking for a work machine might not be happy with the X-Pro 3. I also don't think anyone who values having a wide range of lenses at their disposal will be happy with Fuji in general. But anyone who likes that vintage look and is looking for a camera that doesn't just sit in the cupboard until it's taken on a job will get a camera that is compact and one of the best in its price range. The security of two slots is also to be appreciated and is not standard for every camera. I really enjoy taking photos with this camera, both privately and on jobs, and that is a priority for me. A camera that you like to take with you and that you like to take photos with. When the wedding moves indoors, the X-Pro 3 reaches its limits. However, there is still the option of using the flash. The sensor is state-of-the-art and delivers excellent quality. Fuji lenses are also known for being very well made. Personally, I find the menu clear and you quickly get used to it if you've had a different system before. Guess it's like with cell phones.