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If you've ever wondered what the #fujifilm #tx1 / #hasselblad #xpan is like to own and shoot, I've finished rewriting a long-term (nine years!) review of the camera.

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both eyes open - nine years with the Fujifilm TX-1
This is a near-full rewrite of an article that was originally shared on Casual Photophile in August 2024. In addition to tweaking some c...
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Getting mildly hung up on adding -5 to the black point and +10 to the white point to like 10% of the total image is truly a part of the postprocessing tradition.

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A screenshot of two versions of a photograph with a minor difference to contrast between them.
November 25, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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An onlooker vibes in a planter while a band plays behind.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
A n audience member stands in a stone flower planter and strikes a pose as a small band performs behind them, one singing and the other two on instruments.
November 25, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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A person stares into the eyes of two paintings that look back at them.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
A person standing beneath an umbrella looks at two large paintings standing up in Union Square. One is of the Mona Lisa; both are "staring" back and making eye contact with the person.
November 25, 2025 at 1:35 PM
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A squirrel and pigeon eye a cup feeder with great interest.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
A man holds out some food using a cup on teh end of a rod, attracting the attention of a nearby squirrel making its way down a tree. A pigeon looks at the same food with interest from its perch on the back of a bench.
November 25, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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A protester and policeman share a look during a protest in 2017 for women's rights.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #film #nyc #protest #xpan #hasselbladxpan
A policeman and protester glance at one another as a stream of people pass by on the side of a barricade, marching down the streets of New York during the 2017 women's march.
November 25, 2025 at 10:42 AM
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I've sat on this photo since 2017 and it just caught my attention that there's a "no right turn" sign against the right edge of the frame.

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November 25, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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A dog rests beneath a table while people shop a farmer's market in Union Square.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
A dog rests beneath a table while shoppers are at a farmer's market, browsing the wares just above its head. The stone tiles of Union Square are visible receding into the distance.
November 24, 2025 at 10:48 AM
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Two share a moment amidst the rain beneath the shelter of an umbrella.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
Two people shelter beneath an umbrella during a rainy moment in Herald Square, seated on a large stone block. Other buildings are visible in the background, across the street towering up and out of sight.
November 24, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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A cavalcade of motorcycles makes their way through traffic in Herald Square, one riding opposite the direction of a bicycle lane.

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A group of motorcyclists proceed through Herald Square., two with doubled riders, surrounded by traffic. One is riding in a bicycle lane in the opposing direction.
November 24, 2025 at 10:43 AM
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An illusion of disaster in Herald Square.

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A traffic cop stands in the middle of a crosswalk at Herald Square as a stream of people make their way through an intersection. A blurred car appears to be racing towards them, but is positioned such that it will actually simply pass by on the officer's left side.
November 23, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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A person shares a moment with their dog.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
A person crouches down to share a moment with their small dog, both caught at an intersection point between light and shadow crossing Union Square Park.
November 23, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Players play chess in Union Square.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
A row of players engage in chess matches in Union Square Park, arranged in a loose set of arcs that flank a clear space for passersby to walk. Two people in the foreground are hunched forward to look at a board.
November 23, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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A protester speaks into a microphone being held out from the darkness, lit by an LED panel and with street lights behind them.

Skipping ahead in sequence for this.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
A protester is interviewed by a cameraman shrouded in darkness, lit by an LED panel from above. The interviewer's hand is visible emerging from the shadows, holding a microphone towards the speaker.
November 23, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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One of the worst things about #filmphotography for me is dust spotting. Sometimes I see dust that has made it past my scanner's dust gate and I just want to scream.
November 23, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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A person in a cadet uniform holds up an American flag with a sign as a broader stream of protesters stream by. Taken in 2017.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #film #nyc #protest #xpan #hasselbladxpan
A person wearing a cadet uniform holds an American flag hanging from one hand and a sign in the other. In front of them, a large crowd of protesters make their way down a wide street in New York City.
November 22, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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A woman lines up a shot with a tripod-mounted instant camera.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #panorama
A person using a Polaroid SLR mounted on a tripod prepares to take a photo of a display in Washington Square Park.
November 22, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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People wait in line for the pit stop.

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People wait in line for a street store built from a large truck, aligned along a sidewalk as they approach. The store is emblazoned with the label "the pit stop" and sells personal and oral care products.
November 22, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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A bicyclist mounts a Citibike, preparing to set off along a line of other parked bikes.

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Someone renting a Citibike prepares to ride, mounting up while facing down a line of other docked bikes parked on the side of a city street.
November 22, 2025 at 11:37 AM
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Death comes for us all-- even the mighty T-Rex.

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A T-Rex costume lies on its side in Times Square. A crowd passes by on one side, while several other costumed figures stand on the other.
November 21, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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Two friends celebrate a graduation with a picture.

Probably one of my favorite shots of the last two years.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
A person captures their friend's graduation day cap and gown with a camera, aiming across the frame towards the fountain at Washington Square Park.
November 21, 2025 at 11:46 AM
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Skateboarders circle the dry fountain bed in Washington Square Park, watched by one of their companions.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #analogphotography #film #nyc #streetphotography #believeinfilm #xpan #hasselbladxpan #panorama
Skateboarders circle the fountain at Washington Square Park, while one of their number looks on. A crowd of people ring the outer rim of the dry basin.
November 21, 2025 at 11:43 AM
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Protesters pass beneath the bridge by Grand Central Station, itself packed with supporters.

It is deeply unfortunate that these photos, taken in 2017, remain relevant today. If my politics bother you, best unsub.

#fujifilmtx1 #35mm #filmphotography #film #nyc #protest #xpan #hasselbladxpan
A photo from within the 2017 Women's March in NYC, showing a crowd of sign-holding protesters passing beneath the bridge at Grand Central Station, itself packed with supporters looking down at the parade.
November 20, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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A station agent helps a queue of people in Grand Central Station.

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A station agent assists a queue of people at Grand Central Station, lit by the kiosk lights. Others mill around in the background of the busy station.
November 20, 2025 at 11:12 AM
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A person listens to music alone in Union Square.

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A person smiles, listening to music while leaning against a park wall in Union Square in solitude.
November 20, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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A person brandishes a length of metal that catches the light like a lightsaber.

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A person walks down the street with a metal rod that catches the light, reminiscent of a lightsaber in appearance. A passerby in the foreground glances over in curiosity as others walk into and out of frame. The whole scene is situated on a brick street flanked by wide sidewalks and shops.
November 20, 2025 at 11:11 AM