The Fabulous Fuji X owners thread

I'm very much enjoying the new approach to my 'everyday things' style of personal photography. It's nothing serious, just a documentary of what I can capture during normal day to day run of things.
I love the simplicity of the square format to frame within.

Opulence



Opulence by APM Photography, on Flickr
 
Bless him " go and stand in the glaring sunlight son so i can take your picture"


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Jut curious what's everyone's most used focal length? I'm going China soon and wondering if I want to bring the 35 or the 23 with my 12mm Samyang.
 
Krow said:
Jut curious what's everyone's most used focal length? I'm going China soon and wondering if I want to bring the 35 or the 23 with my 12mm Samyang.
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A short zoom might fit your bill better, more versatile, something like a 16-55 or the 18-55, or even the 18-135 would be good I'd say.

Only my tuppence worth input.

Regards;
Pete
 
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macvisual said:
A short zoom might fit your bill better, more versatile, something like a 16-55 or the 18-55, or even the 18-135 would be good I'd say. On my tuppence worth input.

Pete
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I've got the 18-55 but it's a pain to carry around for 14 hrs a day, I thought the 23/35 would be great for trotting around Hong Kong. I've got the 35mm f2 already though and GAS is telling me to get a 23 f2 as well!
 
Krow said:
I've got the 18-55 but it's a pain to carry around for 14 hrs a day, I thought the 23/35 would be great for trotting around Hong Kong. I've got the 35mm f2 already though and GAS is telling me to get a 23 f2 as well!
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I'd have thought it no different tbh... I have the 35mm and 18-55mm, and if I could only take one it'd be the zoom.

If you're really set on a prime though, i'd go 23mm. It's easy enough to crop in or zoom with your feet, and 23mm give a nice natural field of view in most scenes.

Ultimately depends on your shooting habits though.
 
jimmyjamjojo said:
I'd have thought it no different tbh... I have the 35mm and 18-55mm, and if I could only take one it'd be the zoom.

If you're really set on a prime though, i'd go 23mm. It's easy enough to crop in or zoom with your feet, and 23mm give a nice natural field of view in most scenes.

Ultimately depends on your shooting habits though.
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Are you telling me to get a 23mm f2? If my partner complains I'll tell her jimmyjamjojo told me to buy it. ;)
 
Krow said:
Are you telling me to get a 23mm f2? If my partner complains I'll tell her jimmyjamjojo told me to buy it. ;)
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FWIW I'd agree with him. Depends on your own style, but I'd prefer a 23mm over a 35mm which I found restrictive on occasion on my D7100.

That said, I don't really see the huge savings to be had over the 18-55mm which is actually quite a neat little thing.
 
Any X body with the XF18-55mm lens attached isn't that hard to carry around to be honest, it fits like a glove (weight wise) on my XT1 with extra added grip and it's not that heavy for perlonged periods even with a wrist strap, or even easier, a neck strap.

Regards;
Peter
 
I managed to get a free sensor clean for my XT2 while at the Photography Show on Saturday the 18th. Fuji released new firmware 1.20 for the XT2 on Thursday the 21st.

I downloaded the new firmware from the Fuji website earlier today and to my surprise it was already installed on my camera. Now don't get me wrong, I am grateful for the free sensor clean and I understand that they didn't want to tell people about a new firmware before the release date but why install it without my permission?

Luckily the camera is running without any issues :)
 
architectfadi said:
I managed to get a free sensor clean for my XT2 while at the Photography Show on Saturday the 18th. Fuji released new firmware 1.20 for the XT2 on Thursday the 21st.

I downloaded the new firmware from the Fuji website earlier today and to my surprise it was already installed on my camera. Now don't get me wrong, I am grateful for the free sensor clean and I understand that they didn't want to tell people about a new firmware before the release date but why install it without my permission?

Luckily the camera is running without any issues :)
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As good as it is that they do nice little service surprises like this, and free repairs etc... Updating software should be left to the user unless it's a security risk.

Still, their amazing service elsewhere allows me to instantly forget this booboo and continue the fuji love.
 
architectfadi said:
I managed to get a free sensor clean for my XT2 while at the Photography Show on Saturday the 18th. Fuji released new firmware 1.20 for the XT2 on Thursday the 21st.

I downloaded the new firmware from the Fuji website earlier today and to my surprise it was already installed on my camera. Now don't get me wrong, I am grateful for the free sensor clean and I understand that they didn't want to tell people about a new firmware before the release date but why install it without my permission?

Luckily the camera is running without any issues :)
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Thanks for beta testing it (y)
 
macvisual said:
I'm very much enjoying the new approach to my 'everyday things' style of personal photography. It's nothing serious, just a documentary of what I can capture during normal day to day run of things.
I love the simplicity of the square format to frame within.

Opulence



Opulence by APM Photography, on Flickr
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Really like this. Just works!
 
macvisual said:
Regards the XT1, is there any significance when choosing between either the mechanical or electronic shutter action ?

Any experience/knowledge appreciated.

Pete
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Electronic can't do motion very well, even at fast shutter speed, but it is silent. Enabling es in the t1 disables phase detect af for some reason, so I keep mine in mechanical.
 
If you were doing lanscape or product tripod work some people switch to ES for even less vibration so I believe,though wether it makes any difference ive no idea
 
SsSsSsSsSnake said:
If you were doing lanscape or product tripod work some people switch to ES for even less vibration so I believe,though wether it makes any difference ive no idea
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If there's no mirror. Where does the vibration come from ?
 
macvisual said:
Regards the XT1, is there any significance when choosing between either the mechanical or electronic shutter action ?

Any experience/knowledge appreciated.

Pete
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It can have a issue with motion but i use it all the time for street in MF set to hyperfocal distance. I find it indespencible now.
 
macvisual said:
Regards the XT1, is there any significance when choosing between either the mechanical or electronic shutter action ?

Any experience/knowledge appreciated.

Pete
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Because of the well-documented effects of the rolling shutter, it's best to treat it motion-wise as having a shutter speed of about 1/100 second, no matter how high the ES is set. This rolling shutter effect will make itself apparent as subject distortion.
 
Pretty good....

FULL PRESS RELEASE

23.03.2017
New firmware updates for FUJIFILM X-T2 and FUJIFILM X-Pro2 coming soon.
Free upgrades will provide a total of 33 functional and operational updates to the double flagship models of the ever-evolving X Series of mirrorless digital cameras

FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) will release free firmware updates for the FUJIFILM X-Pro2 (“X-Pro2”) and FUJIFILM X-T2 (“X-T2”) double flagship models of the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras. The first one is due in late March and the second will be due late May 2017, reflecting users’ requests for improving operability and adding new functions. Applying the firmware updates will add new functions such as “Voice Memo” and “Copyright Information“, and dramatically improve operability in autofocus, video recording and viewfinder handling.

X-T2 version 2.00 & X-Pro2 version 3.00 – due late March 2017
  • 1. Shooting RAW in Bracketing and Advanced Filters
    The update enables you to use the RAW format when shooting not only in AE Bracketing but also in other Bracketing modes (ISO, Dynamic Range, White Balance, Film Simulaitons) and also in Advanced Filter modes.
  • 2. Extended ISO 125 and 160 selectable
    The update adds ISO125 and ISO160 to extended ISO levels available.
  • 3. Programmable long exposure of up to 15 minutes
    Long exposure in the T mode currently goes only up to 30 seconds. The update will allow users to extend it up to 15 minutes.
  • 4. ON/OFF for 1/3-step shutter speed adjustment (X-T2 only – already in X-Pro2)
    The update allows you to turn off the Command Dial’s function to adjust shutter speed by 1/3 steps in order to prevent unintended adjustments.
  • 5. Full-range ISO adjustments with the Command Dial (X-T2 only)
    With the update, set the ISO “A” position to “Command” to adjust ISO sensitivity across the full range, including extended ISOs, with the Front Command Dial.
  • 6. “AUTO” setting added for the minimum shutter speed in the ISO Auto setting
    The update adds an AUTO option for the minimum shutter speed in the ISO Auto setting, that allows the camera to automatically define the minimum shutter speed according to the focal length of the lens attached.
  • 7. Faster “Face Detection AF”
    The update enables the use of Phase Detection AF for faster performance in Face Detection AF.
  • 8. Improved in-focus indication in the AF-C mode
    The update reduces focus hunting in the AF-C mode, making it easier to track a subject.
  • 9. Addition of a smaller Focus Point size in Single Point AF
    The update adds a smaller Focus Point size in Single Point AF, bringing the total number of available sizes to six. The new smallest size facilitates pin-point focusing.
  • 10. Addition of “AF Point Display” (X-Pro2 only – already on X-T2)
    With the update, you can choose to have AF Points constantly displayed in Zone AF and Wide / Tracking AF, making it easier to track a subject.
  • 11. Addition of “AF-C Custom Setting” (X-Pro2 only – already on X-T2)
    The update adds “AF-C Custom Setting” for specifying focus-tracking characteristics. Choose from five presets according to your subject’s type of movements.
  • 12. Addition of “Portrait / Landscape AF Mode Switching” (X-T2 only)
    The update allows you to specify separate AF mode and AF point settings for portrait orientation and landscape orientation.
  • 13. Change of focus frame position while enlarging it
    The update allows you to move the position of focus frame while enlarging it in Single Point in the AF-S mode or in the Manual Focus
  • 14. Activation of the Eye Sensor in video recording (X-T2 only)
    The update allows you to use the Eye Sensor during video recording to automatically switch between EVF and LCD.
  • 15. Change of ISO sensitivity during video recording (X-T2 only)
    The update allows you to change ISO setting during video recording.
  • 16. Re-autofocusing in video recording
    With the update, half-press the Shutter Release button or press the button assigned to “AF-ON” function during video recording to re-do autofocusing.
  • 17. Display live histogram during video recording (X-T2 only)
    The update allows you to display a live histogram during video recording.
  • 18. Optimization of external microphone’s input level (X-T2 only)
    The update optimizes external microphone’s input level (lower limit revised from -12dB to 20dB) to reduce white noise when an external microphone with preamp is connected.
  • 19. Addition of “Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display” in the View Mode
    The update gives the “Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display” option in the View Mode that allows you to shoot through the viewfinder and check images on the LCD, just as you would with an SLR.
  • 20. Shorter EVF display time-lag (X-Pro2 only – already in X-T2)
    The update shortens EVF’s display time-lag in the AF-C mode so that you will not miss a photo opportunity.
  • 21. Constant “Dual” mode display (X-T2 only)
    With the update, the small window in the Dual mode stays on even when you half-press the shutter release button.
  • 22. Automatic vertical GUI for LCD (X-T2 only)
    With the update, when you hold the camera in the portrait orientation, the camera will automatically display the GUI on the LCD in the same orientation.
  • 23. Name Custom Settings
    The update allows you to assign a specific name to Custom Settings 1 – 7.
  • 24. Copyright information in EXIF data
    The update allows you to register the photographer’s name and the copyright holder’s name in advance so that the camera automatically adds the information to EXIF data for each image.
  • 25. Voice Memo function
    The update enable you to record 30-second “Voice Memo” clips in the Playback mode.
  • 26. Extended AE Bracketing
    The update extends AE Bracketing from the current 3 frames +/-2EV to up to 9 frames +/-3EV.
  • 27. Addition of “Shoot Without Card” mode
    With the update, you can have the “Shoot Without Card” mode turned OFF so that the camera can not shoot when there is no SD card inserted.
X-T2 version 2.10 & X-Pro2 version 3.10 – late May 2017
  • 28. Support for computer tethering via Wi-Fi (X-T2 only)
    The update adds support for computer tethering via Wi-Fi.
  • 29. Addition of “All” AF mode (X-T2 only)
    With the update, select “All” in the AF mode so that you can select the AF mode and Focus Area size by only using the Command Dial.
  • 30. Function extension for “Shutter AF” and “Shutter AE” (X-T2 only)
    With the update, you can specify different settings for AF-S and AF-C in “Shutter AF” and for AF-S / MF and AF-C in “Shutter AE.”
  • 31. Addition of “-6” and “-7” to EVF’s brightness setting
    Additional options of “-6” and “-7” to the “EVF Brightness” setting so that, even in an extremely low-light condition, the brightness of the EVF does not distract you from shooting.
  • 32. Switchover of the main and sub displays in the Dual Display mode (X-T2 only)
    The update allows you to switch between the main and sub displays in the Dual Display mode.
  • 33. Function assignment to the Rear Command Dial
    With the update, you can assign a specific function to be activated when the Rear Command Dial is pressed.
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BacktotheFuji said:
Great stuff Fuji! Good to see the predictable Fuji hate from DP Review readers as usual too, with talk of half-baked launch products and the like :D
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Having owned Nikon and Sony camera's in the past, none come close to Fuji when it comes to firmware upgrades / customer service.
I am looking forward to the new improved Eye-AF as this is one thing I missed ditching my Sony A7RII :D
 
rjbell said:
It can have a issue with motion but i use it all the time for street in MF set to hyperfocal distance. I find it indespencible now.
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Mechanical shutter movement Trev,hence all the panasonic and sony a7r posts on the net re shutter shock
Lol thought i had quoted Trev ,nm
 
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Ok, ok! XT-2 will now be a lot beastier than the XT-1, I concede :D

I hope they throw a couple more final updates the XT-1 way though
 
rjbell said:
No electronic. I set shutter as electronic, manual focus at aperture f11 set to hyperfocal distance then just leave it. I don't touch the settings again just shoot away.
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Why f11, with a crop sensor the sweet spot of the lens is likely to be around f8, shooting at f8 you'd get a lower ISO (assuming that you are on auto ISO), only a question, curious to know your reasoning
 
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