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You can get a utility for Windows and Mac from the SD Association that will reformat the cards. https://www.sdcard.org/downloads/formatter/ It's handy for getting things back to normal/default if you encounter problems.

Tamron have a page that states there may not be full operational compatibility with a long list of Fuji X cameras. https://www.tamron.com/global/consumer/support/fujifilm_x/compatibility_with_cameras.html Tamron firmware page for the lens in Fuji X mount shows the last firmware update was in 2022. https://www.tamron.com/global/consumer/support/download/firmware/b061/fujifilm_x/ Some of the Fuji X cameras you list have had more recent firmware versions, but not your X-S20.

Here it is translated. "Hi to everyone, I'm contacting you to find out if anyone else has a similar problem. I have a Fujifilm X-S20 and recently updated the software to version 3.10, which includes changes to the AF algorithm. Since the update, I have serious autofocus problems in my Tamron 18-300 mm lens – the camera often has problems with focusing, even on stationary objects. The strange thing is that the same lens works perfectly on my older X-S10, which has not received any similar AF updates (X-Processor 4). So this apparently seems to be a compliance problem introduced with the latest changes to the AF algorithm in X-Processor 5 cameras. I have confirmed this in many bodies: X-S20 – firmware 3.10 – autofocus problems X-T5 – firmware 4.10 – same problem X-H2 – firmware 5.10 – includes the same AF update X-H2S – firmware 7.10 – also mentions the revision of AF X-T50 – software 1.10 – same story X-M5 – most likely supplied with the pre-installed new AF system Cameras with the X-Processor 4 processor (like the X-S10 and X-T4) still work flawlessly with the same lens. This basically confirms that the problem lies in the updated AF logic, not in the hardware itself. My partner has an X-H2 and now hesitancyly whether to update the firmware because my X-S20 is working so bad now. We have contacted Tamron and Fujifilm technical support, but so far we have not received any real solution. Does anyone else have to do this? Have you found a bypass or received a response from any of the companies? If Tamron doesn’t release a software update for this lens, it could become useless on Fuji’s newest body — which is extremely frustrating. Thank you in advance!"

Maybe it "zooms in" becuase it crops slightly as part of the alignment process of the exposure bracketed stack?

The rear command dial is shutter speed by default on that camera, the front will be aperture.

Go into the auto-iso setting in the menu and check the range you have assigned to the range you've chosen. For exanple, I have Auto 3 set to use 200 to 12800 ISO and a minimum shutter speed of 1/100 sec. Perhaps somehow you set the same lower and upper iso for the range you're using. The auto iso works correctly on my X-E3 and my X-T5.

On the XS10 and 20 you use the command dials to change shutter speed. Here is the page from the manual. https://fujifilm-dsc.com/en/manual/x-s20/about_this_camera/parts/#command_dials By default, the rear command dial adjusts shutter speed in M mode.

Back in the day it was common to use NiMh rechargeable AA batteries in cameras that took AA sized cells. Have a look around at places like electronics component suppliers or model/hobby shops for them and a suitable charger. A good example (and fairly easy to source) is the Sanyo Eneloop rechargeable AA batteries (1900mAh), they have their own charger and work well in high drain situations and they also maintain a good charge when left unused. There is also an Eneloop Pro now with higher capacity (2500mAh). Here is a link to a pack that has the charger (it also does AAA) and four AA cells, look for them in a local shop or local amazon, etc. https://www.amazon.com.au/Panasonic-K-KJ55MCC4TA-Ni-MH-Batteries-Charger/dp/B077PLTNGK/

That sounds broken, I'd be taking it back where you bought it for a replacement or repair.

Just check that you haven't accidentally changed metering mode to Spot. Whenever I've had odd and changeable metering/exposure behaviour, I've found I'd accidentally gone to spot metering.

Here are Fuji's troubleshooting steps. https://www.fujifilm-x.com/en-au/support/download/error-message/ Make sure you cleaned up the previous firmware version file from your download location, or renamed it prior to downloading the current version (they have the same name). Make sure your firmware file on the card is FWUP0030.DAT Firmware file must be in the root directory of the card.

I didn't notice that on my X-T5. Have you checked the display/viewfinder settings? Maybe something was reset by the update. Check what film simulation/profile is used, check brightness, etc.

People looking to get away from Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop subscriptions have been praising Affinity Photo as a viable replacement for Photoshop. It's a perpetual licence instead of a subscription and is affordably priced. Available for Windows and Mac computers (and iPad). I've not used it, but I have used their Publisher DTP software and it's very good.

If you want general settings for walking around in an urban environment (such as your trip to vegas); Use aperture priority and use a medium aperture (f5.6 or f8) Use auto-ISO and a range such as 200-6400 Use single-point autofocus with the focus point centred (focus and recompose) Use Preview Picture Effect so that you see under and overexposure in the viewfinder Use either a general purpose zoom such as the kit 18-55, or a compact prime lens such as the XF 18/2 or XF 23/2 ---- Vary these basics as you gain experience and knowledge and need specific settings for particular circumstances. EG. Use the faster prime lens, f2 wide open in low light situations such as indoors or at night. Practice often, take the camera and lens out with you when you leave home, make the sort of photos you want to make on your trip in your home territory. Be a tourist in your own town/city/area. Become accustomed to the camera and lens and how it behaves in different circumstances, learn to adjust it to get the results you want. Then when you travel you will not need to think about the basics of camera operation and can focus on the place and the photos you want to make.

Never take the view on the camera screen as accurate. It's a jpg preview and the screen is far from calibrated and accurate. Your phone is also un-calibrated and varies in brightness. Judge the photos on a properly calibrated monitor.

Here is the AU page. https://www.fujifilm-x.com/en-au/support/download/firmware/cameras/x100vi/ In the top-right area of the page is a region/language selector that will take you to the correct page for your country and language.

Those coloured streaks appear to be some sort of lens flare.

From what I have seen, people are using diffusers with standard flash units these days for optimal macro lighting. https://wildmacro.de/the-best-flash-diffusers-for-macro-photography/ The AK and CygnusTech seem to be the preferred choices, but they do cost a bit.

The prime lenses you list don't have OIS. So only the IBIS will be working when they are attached.

For photography, a camera with a viewfinder would be more functional in my opinion. The X-M5 is more aimed at video people. If you like the smaller form factor and rangefinder style, look for a secondhand X-E3 or X-E4 camera.

Keep the zoom, it's a useful range of focal lengths. If you feel like a 50mm would be a good next lens, get it. The XF 50mm f2 seems well regarded and isn't too expensive. The old XF 60mm f2.8 macro lens is good too if you want something a little longer (90mm equivalent), it isn't the fastest focusing though.

My X-T5 gave me the error this week. I was using the original XF 35mm F1.4 lens. It was because I had the lens against a glass window and the focus movement was blocked by the glass. Removed it from the glass, turned it off and on again, then it worked normally away from the glass surface.

Here is the owners manual - Connections info start on page 131 https://fujifilm-dsc.com/en/manual/x100f/x100f_omw_en_s_f.pdf

Are the files displaying this too? If it is the sensor, I'd expect the files to look like the screen, otherwise it's probably a screen or screen connection issue.

Those answers are stupid AI, this is the weirdest forum ever. There isn't an "issue", the lens is fully functional. Fuji are just saying that they don't believe the lens fully resolves the 40mp sensor. It will still look better on the 40mp sensor than it did on the previous sensors.