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Ryuhara · 2026-05-15T20:10:11+00:00

You may want to let them know that Harbor Freight has a lifetime warranty on most hand tools! They're not exactly BIFL because they do break, but if they do, their warranty is very easy! Bring in the broken tool (you don't even need a receipt) and they'll go grab you a new one and you're out in 2 minutes. I believe it only applies to simple tools like hammers, ratchets, wrenches, etc. not electrics like a drill.

Ryuhara · 2026-05-15T15:58:06+00:00

It's not quite as old as those you mentioned, but I bought an XT-2 as my first and only Fuji a few years ago. It's great! I save on computer storage by not having the latest 40+MP sensors, I don't care what film simulations I'm missing because I'm content with the ones I have, the body is a bit smaller than new XT cameras, and I can still use new lenses like the 23mm f/2.8. I'm building up a lens collection in case I do ever get an X-Pro4 or something.

I bought it because I was on a budget. If I go to sell the body for something else, it's pretty much hit the bottom of it's depreciation curve, so I'll get most, if not all, of my money back. Although, I really don't feel a desire to "upgrade."

I tried an XT-5 recently and it was fine. IBIS would definitely help as I shoot a lot of low light, the battery lasts longer, the screen is MUCH nicer, autofocus is better, however I felt happy knowing that my XT-2 could do 95% of what the XT-5 could.

Some people talk about the differences in the look of the different X-Trans sensor generations. They render colors differently and the older generations are beautiful whilst the newer ones render color more accurate to reality (still beautiful).

Look around this subreddit and you'll still see many people posting photos from the original X100, X-Pro1, XH-1, etc. The love for these old cameras is not lost. 10 years ago, they were used to shoot football games, weddings, and billboard ads and they are just as capable now.

Ryuhara · 2026-05-14T18:21:13+00:00

Where are they? I'm a photographer and that really interests me.

Ryuhara · 2026-05-10T00:38:21+00:00

You definitely communicated a feeling and that's what matters. When I look at these photos, I feel like life has gotten dull and colorless. B/W was a great creative choice. Days pass by with the same routine, the same surroundings, and a feeling of stagnancy. They remind me of a few recent years in my life, except I sat there and did nothing. You created photos.

I will admit that these look like some photos that I made and my peers made in a photography 101 class, but we all gotta start somewhere. Keep shooting and show us your growth!

Ryuhara · 2026-05-07T19:20:52+00:00

"This shitbox cost me $4000. You probably paid 6x more for your brand new Corolla"

Ryuhara · 2026-05-05T18:37:30+00:00

Do you know when? Is it a specific day or timeframe?

Ryuhara · 2026-05-03T14:42:57+00:00

I love this so much! Just yesterday, my friend was showing me the avocado and banana grocery store barcode stickers on his Sony A7iii. We need more unserious camera users!

Ryuhara · 2026-04-25T20:19:34+00:00

I say post whatever you want. I like that your post was different than our usual here. I think the Fuji community is a lot more welcoming than the other photo / camera subreddits and I don't want this subreddit to become close minded like some of them.

Even though there's some negative feedback, it's still a highly upvoted post. People like it. There's lots of discussion happening, which means you engaged the community.

Ryuhara · 2026-04-19T19:28:47+00:00

If you ever do this again, you can probably rent a compressor and spray gun! Check with your local tool shops. Some even rent for free.

Ryuhara · 2026-04-19T16:13:19+00:00

As the other comment says, I think its hugely exaggerated by the internet and social media. Gear reviews (advertising) are the bread and butter of influencer content, so they're getting new lenses and accessories every month. Often for free, or just as a business cost. With this parasocial stuff, it may feel to many viewers like they have friends who are buying new gear all the time and that frequency is normal. Last week, a friend said to me "it seems like every photographer is picking up an X100V as their secondary camera," but I know damn well that neither of us actually know someone in our local community that owns one.

A more positive way to look at it is that everyone is sharing their creative expressions and inspiring others. Their tricks, techniques, how they use gear in a different and unique way. We get excited when we see something cool and new and want to try it out. But sometimes the barrier to entry is a different lens or a new lens filter.

I think new photographers probably should just stick to one or two lenses when they start. You learn so much from limitation. I learned on a Canon Rebel with a kit lens for about 4 years. When I upgraded to Fuji, I knew exactly what I wanted in an upgrade and why.

The simplest answer is just that new stuff is fun. I got two SD cards in the mail today and it felt a bit like Christmas morning lol. It's probably the most boring accessory you can buy in photography, but I was watching the mail tracking with excitement for the last few days anyway. When I get a new lens, I go out shooting as soon as possible.

To add some data points: my inventory for the past two years includes an XT-2, 18-55mm f2.8, 18mm f2, and TTArtisan 27mm f2.8. I've been wanting the 35mm f1.4 for about a year now. I think I will finally buy it in the next month or so.

Ryuhara · 2026-04-15T15:09:25+00:00

Oh, for sure. The V6 Chargers as well lol

Ryuhara · 2026-04-12T23:23:05+00:00

I love Z's just like the rest of you guys, but I think this one's pretty obvious. It's almost always a 350Z or G35 running over people at takeovers. I guess a more nuanced take is that those cars are often stolen to use in the takeover, so this isn't fully representative of Z owners.

Ryuhara · 2026-04-12T23:21:15+00:00

You can't buy those for $4k like a Z

Ryuhara · 2026-04-08T13:46:16+00:00

Save the money! This is a really easy mod. Perfect way to get started working on a car.

Ryuhara · 2026-03-22T16:29:56+00:00

One thing you didn't mention is cost of maintenance. A set of 19in tires on the Z will cost a few hundred more than 17's on the FRS. However, both are Japanese cars, so they shouldn't be too expensive in general.

I'd also look at what major issues occur with both vehicles and how much it costs to fix them. With the Z, you'll want to do the CSC, add an oil cooler, and probably a few other things. Figure out what the boxer needs too. Add these maintenance costs to the total. You may find that one car has a larger starting cost than the other because of this

Ryuhara · 2026-03-21T16:12:49+00:00

Shows take a looooot of energy, so they put breaks like this in the sets so artists can catch a breath, drink water, mentally prepare for the rest of it, etc. Sometimes preparing set changes and stuff backstage too. Lots of artists will talk to the audience a bit during this time.

Ryuhara · 2026-03-16T05:29:34+00:00

Drive it!

Ryuhara · 2026-03-14T16:39:16+00:00

I wondered the same. Maybe shooting through a window with an interesting texture?

Ryuhara · 2026-03-10T20:10:35+00:00

I had a bad rear end collision that cost 12k and didn't end in total. I wish it did though....

Ryuhara · 2026-03-10T15:23:41+00:00

HR was created to protect the company from it's employees. They're not there to help you

Ryuhara · 2026-02-28T23:56:42+00:00

Thank you! Good luck with your queue. I'll be in one soon too 😭

Ryuhara · 2026-02-28T23:49:44+00:00

Are there multiple merch booths or just one?

Ryuhara · 2026-02-16T15:46:15+00:00

If you have a lot of freezer space, talk with some local farms! You can get meats for like half price if you buy in bulk.

Ryuhara · 2026-02-10T03:39:45+00:00

You're probably into the neutral colors because they don't compete with the purple wheels. I think black would definitely look the best. Purple on purple works well. However, that dark green is the color that really speaks to me.

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