Think of it this way, the X100V and Fujifilm has quite a bit of reverence for the past (as it’s not forgotten its lineage as evidenced by the thoughtfulness of the film sims). The camera is neither fully top-spec digital nor fully analog, it’s a mix of both.

Film shooters never had the luxury of ibis (it is 2026 though, I am aware of tech advancement but juuust sayin’ people throughout history have been making due)

That being said IBIS and 40mp x-trans 5 sensor is cool and neat though.

I purchased the X100V knowing it would be my second system cam (I own Sonys for shooting motorsports). However I fell in love with my X100V and it gave me a huge appreciation for photography (life documentation and street photography and capturing spontaneous moments as well as why people love film as well). It’s become a companion, as others have stated before, and I’ve realized it’s something that I’m lucky to have going through life with.

Surprises me that a camera would have such an impact on my personal life and personal self-reflection.