Why the Fujifilm X100VI lives in my hand

I'd been shooting everything on my phone, then I picked up the Fujifilm X100VI and remembered why I loved photography in the first place. It's small enough to carry all day, lovely to use, and the photos come out looking like that straight out of the camera. It barely leaves my hand.

Why I chose it

Three things. The size, it's a proper camera that genuinely fits in a small bag or even a jacket pocket. The film simulations, you pick a look (Classic Chrome and Reala are my go-tos) and your shots already feel finished, no heavy editing. And the fixed lens, it sounds limiting but it makes you move, compose and actually think about the shot.

How I shoot with it

I leave it on a film recipe, aperture priority, auto ISO, and just shoot. Golden hour is its happy place. Because it's so quick to pull out, I catch the real moments instead of fumbling with settings. Most of the photos in my guides are straight off this camera.

Is it worth it

It's not cheap and they sell out constantly, so it's an investment. But if you're serious about your travel photos and want something you'll actually carry every day (the heavy kit always stays in the hotel, let's be honest), this is the one I'd recommend without hesitation.

More of what's in my bag, plus every discount code, is on my links page. And if you want the trip itself sorted, my free guides have you covered.