Recently Fujifilm launched several firmware updates for a bunch of Fujifilm cameras (X-T20, X100F, X-T2, X-Pro2, X-T1 and GFX).
I get emails with reports about bugs, especially regarding the Fujifilm X100F.
As you know, thanks to your continuous support and high activity in the comments, Fujirumors is by far Fujifilm’s biggest source of online feedback. So you can be sure that they will read you. And if everything is fine, you can also just say “thanks” in the comments ;). You know Fujifilm reads you and Top Manager Toshihisa Iida even “loves” you. :)
An update also regarding the WiFi tethering. Direct connection between camera and computer works. Check out the updated tethering article here.
We have praised Fujifilm Kaizen Philosophy countless times, and just recently Fujifilm delivered again several updates for a bunch of Fujifilm cameras. So thanks Fujifilm for you ongoing support :)
But you know, FujiRumors is a free and independent space (thanks to your support, guys), and when something is wrong or does not work as expected, I will share it here on FujiRumors…. and today I would like to talk about the Wireless tethering introduced with the recent update.
I got some emails of Fujifilm shooters, telling me the WiFi Tethering is disappointing, because you have to make it run via router, so useless on location (you can go for the Transcend WiFi SD-card and this WiFiImport Lightroom Plugin if you need Wireless tethering on location – read all the instructions at danielzihlmann).
UPDATE: You can connect directly camera + computer as this video by FR-reader Paul shows
Anyway, still good for your own studio, right? Not really.
The problem? The data transmission is extremely slow. It is in fact so slow, that Fujifilm itself, at the very bottom of their (rather long) wireless tethering setup guide here says:
“Wi‑Fi connections conform to IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard and are slower than USB. Given the extremely long times required, we recommended that you do not attempt to upload RAW images or other large files via Wi‑Fi.”
So you got it. The connection is basically too slow to transfer RAW files (about 1.5 MB/s transmission rate only!), which is quite a bummer. How many of you guys shoot JPEG in studio? And btw, considering that the JPEG files on the GFX are quite large (especially super-fine JPEGs), it will be a pain even to transfer GFX JPEG files.
Fujifilm also says:
“Place the camera as close as possible to the router. Distances of no more than a few meters are recommended.”
“the camera (X-T2) has less wireless sensitivity than my iPhone. I need to be literally close to the router to make it work.”
Last but not least, as Rico said at our forum, “live view works with a data rate of only 700 KB/s”
At the Forum, some call the WiFi tethering “a joke”.
With all that said, I know that the Kaizen Love we Fuji Shooters get is something extraordinary… I’m basically complaining at a level 99% of other camera brand owners actually envy us.
It’s just, this WiFi tethering is not really a practical and usable solution, and my job here on FujiRumors is first of all to keep you guys informed about what’s good, but also about what’s not so good in the Fuji world.
Hey Fuji… want to do something nice? Give X-Pro2 shooters the same ability of X-T2 shooters, to control ISO via command dial ;) … and some people out there also bought a Fujifilm X100S/T, that could get a bit of Kaizen Love too.
Well, Fujifilm also released the Firmware update for X100F. The firmware update Ver.1.01 from Ver.1.00 incorporates the following issues:
The phenomenon is fixed that ISO cannot be changed by the command dial when ISO is set to AUTO by Camera Remote via WiFi connection to a smartphone or a tablet.
When a camera turns on in MF mode, the focus position comes to the original position where a camera turned off.
The phenomenon is fixed that in MF mode, a focus can shift in a specified condition (ex. repeated CL shooting).
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Specs Comparison: 10 Main Differences Between the Sony A9 and Fujifilm X-T2 at mirrorlesscomparison. You can also read
Fujifilm delays earnings over NZ unit accounting problems at dailymail. More artilces abotu this also at marketwatch and nbr. The problem is with Fuji Xerox in New Zeland, but the FR-reader, who sent me this link, added the following comment: “If it forces the parent company to restate earnings, it could affect all divisions by depressing the stock price and reducing the availability of research capital.”
The End of DSLRs in 2020, Sony A9 Vs. Fujifilm GFX Specs Comparison and Answering Your Ultimate X-Camera Questions at fujirumors (in case you missed it)
These images show the Lensmate thumbrest for Fujifilm X100F. It will be available shortly. Check out all current Fujifilm Lensmate thumb grips at AmazonUS.
The big announcement party for the new GF 110mm F2, GF 23mm F2 and Instax Square will start soon (April 19). I’m ready… feel free to join the Live Blogging here on FujiRumors :)
And btw, Really Right Stuff has the Fujifilm X100F plates up for pre-oder here.
Instax SQUARE SQ 10 (hybrid instant camera) – Pictures can be selected and printed after shooting. – About 50 sheets can be saved in the built-in memory. It can also be stored in micro SD. – Expected release date: May 19, 2017 – Mass store sales price: around 31,860 yen (including tax)
Ok, I knew it… not much time to take care of my hang-over after my birthday party yesterday. Anyway, lots of coffee, and I’ll be fit in time for the live blogging on April 19 :)
In the meantime, nokishita just confirmed the announcement of GF110 and GF23 on April 19, as well as Instax Aquare SQ10.
They also mention the INSTAX SQUARE WW 1 (Square film).
Just a little leak for you guys to give you a better idea of the size of the upcoming Instax Square SQ10 prints.
Interesting to note, the original image (which I had to cover to keep the source of the leak anonymous) was printed in black and white. This can mean that there will be also a monochrome Instax Square film (like the monochrome Instax Mini film). But consider that the Instax SQ10 will be a hybrid digital/film camera, so it might be possible to transfer images taken with the camera to the Instax Square SQ10 printer, and print it from there, just like we do with a regular Instax Share Printer.
The big announcement party for the new GF 110mm F2, GF 23mm F2 and Instax Square will start soon (April 19).
I’m ready… feel free to join the Live Blogging here on FujiRumors :)
Interlock AF Type setting to AF Focus setting
For example if you switch to single shot Focus (S) on the camera to then switch to Single Point focus automatically. If the camera is set to Continuous Focus to then automatically switch to Zone AF. – Of course the user should be able to set his own AF Type preference for each of the Focus settings (S / C).
Live histogram when shutterbutton is being half pressed
Set maximum number of images in CL / CH
Cooked RAWs of Film Simulations
Cooked RAWs for double exposure
Cooked RAWs for panoramic shots
Cooked RAWs for Dynamic Range Settings (DR200 / DR400 / AUTO)
Reala Film Simulation
Color Chrome Effect
E-Front Curtain Shutter
Date & Time to seconds
More Customisable Q-Menu – More options to choose from (especially RAW options)
AI Focus Intelligent version of One Shot Focus (S) and Continuous Focus (C) (Choose automatically depending upon the fact if the subject is moving or not).
Move Pixel Mapping option under the Wrench (This is not an image IQ option but a maintenance tool)
Quickly Select AF-Custom setting via rear command dial
New Leveler with Tilt & Pitch (as found in the GFX)
Star Rating to be compatible with Lightroom
Eye Sensor while shooting + LCD Menu
Auto ISO WARNING when below recommended shutter speed (Highly needed)
RGB Histogram
Anti Flicker AF option
Noise reduction to ‘Off’
Point-AF Follow Focus within Phase Detect area for moving subjects in AF-C. (sort of widea-area tracking, but different and better).
Focus Tracking with Lock-on: Nikon has added additional options here for erratic or steady subjects allowing me to fine tune my autofocus for every given situation.
Create Tone Curve (As Nikon Picture Control Editor)
Improved ‘Add Noise’ as is calculated with the ACROS film simulation but then available to other Film Simulations. (So with no noise in the highlights and deepest shadows)
4k Video Image Capture: I can now take 8mp stills while shooting 4k video or extract them frame by frame after the fact.
Slow Motion video Recording / playback
F-Log to SD card
X-Pro2 Specific
ISO set via rear command dial when ISO is set to L
4K video
What else?
Well, I (Patrick) would really like to have a highlight priority metering mode.
Michael Schnabl: image was made on one of my “Fine Art Portrait” workshops …
shot with Fuji X-T2 and XF 56mm
ISO 200 / f/2.8 / 1/200
Photo: Michael Schnabl photography
Model: Federica Martinazzi — at Fotopraxis-Fotoworkshops
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NOTE :: HOW TO SEE THE IMAGES
To see, add and vote images click on “Photos” and then “See All“
Here are the most liked images of the Fujirumors facebook page… and keep it up, share and vote your absolute favorite X or G shot… and here is how to do it:
1) SHARE & DESCRIBE: go to the Fujirumors facebook timeline and submit your favorite X-shot (and a short description) in the timeline by selecting “Photo/Video” .
2) VOTE & COMMENT: All the images will be displayed at the Fujirumors facebook photo page (click “See All”). You can vote, share & comment the images there.
NOTE: The next selection will start from those images shared starting from April 3!
