My favorite retro compact camera for unplugging creates the feel of film with a screen-free mode – and the trendy Fujifilm has just dropped to its lowest ever price
The Fujifilm X Half is my favorite retro shooter for unplugging –and at $400 less than the original list price, the price has never been lower
When I stopped using my iPhone for a week and switched to screen-free compact cameras, I realized how liberating it was to unplug. I've tried more than half a dozen screen-free cameras, and while they have unique features, most are designed for low-fi photography. However, the Fujifilm X Half stands out as a camera that allows for unplugging while still having a larger one-inch sensor.
Despite not being a screen-free camera, it does have two screens: a traditional LCD screen and a smaller one for swiping through different film simulations. The X Half’s film camera mode locks the screen, preventing you from looking at your images until you've shot a full roll. This camera bridges the gap between screen-free cameras and advanced compact cameras.
With its 17.7MP one-inch sensor, the X Half is a step up from cheaper screen-free options and still shoots video. The appeal of the X Half lies in its retro charm, which comes from its built-in light leak feature, softer film lens look, ability to shoot double exposures, and Fujifilm’s iconic film simulations. Although the X Half doesn’t offer RAW files, it’s designed for unplugging rather than editing on a computer.
When it first launched, the X Half's original list price of $849 seemed steep, but it later dropped by $200. During Prime Day, the X Half reached its lowest price yet in the US, now available for $449 at Adorama, B&H, and Amazon.
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