Thread: X100 with the new EF-X20 flash

Hi all. I know X100 doesnt get much chatter here, but although no output photos from this combo yet, I know others have inquired as to how it looks. I have previously owned the X100 + EF-20 (larger flashgun, but same GN 20 as the new EF-X20). Anyway, I wanted a smaller flash than the EF-20, which although it can bounce, it is larger larger!. This one doesnt swivel, but has the addition of a built in diffuser (via switch). When I add a cheapo stofen/diffuser knock-off ($3), it works quite well esp in redirecting the light and pseudo-bouncing. If want to, you can compensate in 1/3 increments for Flash EV + or -. Samples forthcoming.

X100 + EF-X20


X100 + EF-X20 + cheapo stofen diffuser


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Originally Posted by phdezra

Hi all. I know X100 doesnt get much chatter here ...]

Hahaha ... you shoulda been here when it first came out!

Originally Posted by pdh

Hahaha ... you shoulda been here when it first came out!

yes - I meant *recently*

I've noticed lately that most camera forum chatter is about the newest stuff. But I just bought a new black X100 and I'm happy to talk about this "ancient" camera! Not sure yet if I need a flash, though. Just love what it does naturally.

Originally Posted by Andrewteee

I've noticed lately that most camera forum chatter is about the newest stuff. But I just bought a new black X100 and I'm happy to talk about this "ancient" camera! Not sure yet if I need a flash, though. Just love what it does naturally.

The X100 is still a camera I go back to again and again. I just cant help it. I had an E-M5, but sold it to get another X100 that I had given up.

The EF-X20 is a cute flash when you need more lighting. Here are two photos I just took, first with no flash; second with the EF-X20 and the diffuser. If you go to my Flickr set, you can see the full size images. Personally, I dont use flash for still life items, but for portraits, the flash can make people 'pop' at events and parties, imho,. when warranted.

Both photos taken from same spot, under harsh mix of fluorescent and incandescent lighting... ugh. The "no flash" looks more natural, but with flash has a certain charm of almost film-like coloration to it.

No Flash:


With flash: