ChrisWebb
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ChrisWebb reacted to FX Admin in Firmware Updates for 14 Fuji X and GFX Cameras
Fujifilm has release firmware updates for 14 Fujifilm cameras.
The updates are mostly to add support for the brand new Fujifilm XApp, but worth a special mention are:
Fujifilm X-T5 and Fujifilm X-H2: Significant autofocus improvements Fujifilm X-H2S and X-H2: Option to assign the command dial to change ISO on the X-H2S and X-H2 Below you’ll find the links where you can check out all the details and download the firmware.
GFX Series Camera Body
FUJIFILM GFX100S Ver.2.00 FUJIFILM GFX50S II Ver.2.00 X Series Camera Body
FUJIFILM X-H2S Ver.5.00 FUJIFILM X-H2 Ver.3.00 FUJIFILM X-Pro3 Ver.2.00 FUJIFILM X-T5 Ver.2.00 FUJIFILM X-T4 Ver.2.00 FUJIFILM X-T3 Ver.5.00 FUJIFILM X-S10 Ver.3.00 FUJIFILM X-T30 II Ver.2.00 FUJIFILM X-T30 Ver.2.00 FUJIFILM X-E4 Ver.2.00 FUJIFILM X100V Ver.3.00
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ChrisWebb got a reaction from Blue Zurich in Proportion of people who have never had a problem
Light seals are something you'd expect to need replacing eventually anyway. I used an FM2, close relative of the FE, for over a decade with no problems at all.
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ChrisWebb reacted to Fujiron in Proportion of people who have never had a problem
I've owned more cameras than I can remember and have only had three issues and they're all with Fuji cameras. The first was the electronic board on my X-T10 failed and I sent it in and had it repaired by Fuji. The second is the rear control dial on my X-P1 is working erratically and I found that Fuji US is no longer repairing them. The third was the skin and door on my X-T1. The skin came off and the door warped where it would no longer close. Unfortunately it happened outside the replacement Fuji had offered and I paid to have it re skinned and a new door installed.
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ChrisWebb reacted to jlmphotos in Proportion of people who have never had a problem
I've only had one issue with ONE camera (Fujifilm S2 Pro) and that includes owning between 1973 and today:
Minolta SR-T101 (my sister still owns it)
Minolta X-E7 ( I still own it and it still works)
Digital: Fuji 4900z 4.3 megapixel - outstanding camera
Nikon 8700 8mp - never had an issue through sale
Nikon 300 6mp - never had an issue through sale
Nikon D700 12mp - Still use it and still works perfectly with over 200,000 images
RB67 Pro Medium Format
2 ea Mamiya 645 AFD Medium Format
2 ea Yashicamat Twin Lens reflex
Fujifilm S1 Pro - ONE of the BEST early digital cameras with gorgeous colors and a Base ISO of 320, 3.2mp
Fujifilm S2 Pro. The S2 Pro developed a bad sensor and Fuji in Edison replaced the sensor, and shutter free of charge with a. two day turnaround after I dropped it off.
X-E1 - never had an issue
X-T1 still own it. Rubber grip started to come loose and I used gorilla glue to fix it
X-T2 Camera took a salt water bath and self-destructed. Not worth repairing per Fuji's repair estimate, sold for parts
X-H1 - Still shoot with it never had an issue
G50R and 100S. -- Haven't had an issue. Fingers crossed I don't
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ChrisWebb reacted to Blue Zurich in Proportion of people who have never had a problem
Interesting. I attempted to calculate all the various cameras and bodies owned since 1979 and I think it's about 30 - 35. I have never had a faulty new camera. Lenses yes, many times. Decentering was the most common issue.
Like all reviews, you always hear about the negative 100 to 1 over the positive.
When you're unhappy, the keyboard warrior in some comes out!
(in my last century IT positions, we had a saying, "It's a PEBCAK error" Problem exists between chair and keyboard)
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ChrisWebb reacted to itchy shutter finger in Proportion of people who have never had a problem
The only camera body failure I had was deterioration of the light seals - after about 30 years of use. I rebuilt that camera about 10 years ago, and it is as good today as the day I bought it. A Nikon FE. Digital has it perks, but I really miss film.
Getting into this century though, I had a dumpster load of failure with electronic cameras both film and digital. But this is the key point - every single one of those failures was user error. All my own fault.
I think today's cameras are beyond amazing, probably to a fault. But for quality and reliability, I like the Fujifilms, given today's shutter loads and electronic complexity.
What would I like my next large purchase to be? A bunch of film for my Nikon.
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ChrisWebb got a reaction from Canuck57 in Proportion of people who have never had a problem
A large number of threads and comments here are from people who have some sort of reliability problems with their camera. I have owned about 30 cameras over the years (including 3 Fujifilm), a mixture of new and recent used, and have never had any problems, even with cameras I have used heavily over a long period of time.
I therefore believe breakdowns and malfunctions are very rare but the fact that people post about them gives a misleading impression. I don't know whether there's a way to create polls (if there is and I can't find it I apologise for my stupidity!) but if not maybe people might just like to comment here if, in their experience, cameras are actually extremely reliable.
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ChrisWebb reacted to kai123456789 in Minimum ISO for Fujifilm Dynamic Range Setting
I recently purchased an older fuji camera, the XE3 as my first camera. I mostly shoot in DR400% which for the XE3 locks me in at ISO 800. Recently I learned that newer Fujifilm cameras have that value lowered to ISO 640 and even 500. Im considering upgrading to a model with IBIS such as the xt4/5 or even the newer xs20 or xs10 but I cant seem to find reliable sources that state which models have the DR400% at ISO 640 or 500 etc. Would greatly appreciate any guidance for this thanks.
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ChrisWebb reacted to Greybeard in Minimum ISO for Fujifilm Dynamic Range Setting
The technical specs for each camera show the minimum ISO for each DR setting - here is an example for the X-S10
https://fujifilm-x.com/global/products/cameras/x-s10/specifications/
Look for the "Dynamic range setting" section
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ChrisWebb reacted to FujiBiker in Hi from a new UK member
It would be rude not introduce myself, so here goes.
I am a mature (old) bloke from the UK. I recently sold my Cannon Powershot G1 X Mk3 and have just (today) got my hands on a X-S20 with the kit 18 - 55 lens. I haven't actually opened the box yet and plan to do that tomorrow. I just wanted to start by saying hi and I have some questions about lenses, but that will wait until a later post.
Hi all!
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ChrisWebb reacted to bastibe in Optical viewfinder -- how useful?
I use the X-Pro for the viewfinder. That's its reason for being. It's what makes it unique.
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ChrisWebb got a reaction from maidenfan84 in Loose rubbergrip
If anybody uses Gorilla glue remember that you need to dampen the surfaces with a very small amount of water first to activate the glue. For this purpose a small artist's brush might be best.
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ChrisWebb reacted to GordW in Displaying non-Fujifilm Images on X-Pro 1
It's normal for an image taken with a different camera (especially with a higher megapixel count) for the images to be pixelated. The X-Pro1 is expecting 16MP images and it's processor and LCD are unable to correctly display the larger image size.
The 'present' icon is advising you that the image the camera is displaying was not taken with that particular camera. (It's a 'gift' from another camera).
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ChrisWebb reacted to SGinNorcal in Lens recommendations
I don't there is an answer for this question that works for all. Either are good multi-purpose lenses and aren't miles apart. You could look for a good, used example and give it a try. Or buy both used and resell the one you don't like as well.
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ChrisWebb got a reaction from man-overboard in Lens recommendations
Is there anywhere near you which will hire or loan you lenses for a day or two? That way you can see which suits you best. There's the zoom option but if you need 2.8 minimum it's going to be big and heavy compared to a prime.
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ChrisWebb reacted to RadBadTad in Cleaning viewfinder
I just use my shirt wrapped over my finger. I've never had an issue before.
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ChrisWebb reacted to jlmphotos in Loose rubbergrip
I have used gorilla glue on my XT1 and it's held up for years now.
