Classic Car Photography - Fujifilm X-Pro1

At the Auto Wreckers With a Fujifilm X-Pro1

I have driven by the place a thousand times, probably more. The cars are lined up right out to Hwy 97, driving through Vernon, and I have often wanted to stop the car, get out and have a closer look, but never did. Sunday late afternoon was a perfect time. The sun was setting over the hills and I had a bit of time to kill.

These old cars fascinate me. The shapes, the colors, and the rust show everywhere. As if for a brief moment I am in the past, in the time of classics such as Studebakers, Fargo trucks, and Lincolns. These cars should obviously be photographed so I grabbed my X-Pro1, one lens on the camera and one in my pocket.

A word on the post-processing. I have downloaded another trial version of Capture One 8 trying to decide if I should use it for my Fuji files. I have also used VSCO 06 presets in this series. Using Capture One is another step to worry about but I do like the colors and details from this RAW converter. I think it is worth the extra step.

The photos in this post are captured with a Fujifilm X-Pro1, XF 35mm f/1.4 R, and XF 23mm f/1.4 R

For a full review of the X-Pro1: Fujifilm X-Pro1 Review