Godox XPro-F Trigger Review for Fujfilm

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Introduction

The Godox XPro-F has finally hit the market and I managed to get my hands on one of the first ones from Godox. These are my pure unadulterated unbiased thoughts, with the exception of my perceptions of Godox to date which have been largely positive.

Who is Godox?

Sony A7r III vs Fujifilm GFX 50s

Mirrorlessons shared their Sony A7rIII Vs. Fujifilm GFX 50S image quality comparison.

As usual, it is a very comprehenisve and well done test, so make sure to check it out here. From the conclusions:

“Certainly the Fujifilm GFX 50s delivers the best image quality I’ve seen from a mirrorless camera to date. Landscape, portrait, architecture or still life photographers who seek the ultimate sharpness, dynamic range and colours can find in the GFX the perfect companion.

However it is also true that the A7r mark III’s performance comes close and retains a few advantages such as the better high ISO output. So if you add in the additional versatility (fast AF, 4K video, etc.) as well as the lens choice and price, it is hard not to see the A7r III as the best option on the table.

But speaking purely from the heart, I admit that there is something rather special about the GFX. The distinctive look produced by the sensor, lenses and colour profiles working together is second to none in the mirrorless category. Yes, it is niche product and I would probably never buy one, but I can understand why some photographers wouldn’t hesitate to do so.”

Again, don’t miss the whole thing, and jump over to mirrorlesscomparisons.

And if the price point of the GFX 50S scares you, just wait a bit, and get the Fujifilm GFX 50R, which will be annonced very likely within 2018, but might hit the market only in 2019.

On the other hand, if what you need an overall snappier camera, wait for the GFX 100S in 2019, but that one will cost you quite a bit.

And make sure to join our terrific GFX facebook group as well follow our GFX facebook page.

Fujifilm GFX 50S + Any GF lens* (save $1,000): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
* GF63mmF2.8 / GF45mmF2.8 / GF32-64mmF4 / GF120mmF4 / GF110mmF2 / GF 23mmF4

X-Trans RAW conversion

Let’s end the week with a rumor (shared here) and with one very hot topic in the Fujifilm community: X-Trans RAW conversion.

Skylum

Luminar 2018 is having a great breakthrough in the RAW conversion world, and it deserves it, but no lens profiles is still an issue you have to consider. You can get Luminar with a $10 discount using code “FUJI”.

Skylums’ other software, Aurora HDR 2018, also got an update. Also in this case, $10 off with code “FUJI”.

And here is a link you might be interested:

• 5 Tips for Getting The Most Out of Luminar at Jim Nix Youtube

Capture One (vs. Lightroom)

Capture One has made great progress regarding X-Trans support in 2017. For example, they added Fujifilm compressed RAW support, OpenCL is now also supported by X-trans files and more (we reported about it here). Still no film simulation profiles, but there is a great homebrew at the fuji-x-forum.

Tethering is not supported, but if you own an X-T2, X-Pro2 or X-T1, an easy workaround is to use Fujifilm’s free tethering software X Acquire. We also have shared a video tutorial on tethering with X Acquire and Capture One here,

What you definitely should check out, is the dedicated Fujifilm/Capture One webinar we shared here, in which, btw, a Capture One Manager opens the possibility to add film simulation profiles…. but I will believe it only when I see it.

Also in this case, we have a 10% discount on Capture One 11. Just use coupon code “AMBFR” to get the discount.

Another link you might be intersted in:

• What you DON’T know about RAW image files :: Lightroom vs Capture One at The Art of Photography Youtube

The X-Trans Debate is Over and How I Sharpen my Fuji RAW Files

Bayer and X-Trans are different. And every RAW converter is different. So all we have to do, is to adjust our workflow, and you will see, you can get great results also with Adobe. We have written about it here on FujiRumors, and there is more to find on the web. Here are some links:

• Debunking Fujifilm X-Trans Myths: Purple Flare, Wormy Artifacts, High ISO Cheating, Waxy Skin Tones & More at fujirumors.com
• In My Opinion The Debate Over Fujifilm X-Trans Raw Conversions Is Over at thewanderinglensman
• How I sharpen my Fuji RAW files at ian worth Youtube

X-RAW STUDIO

Hey guys, this one comes for free, so no complaints ;) . Some more feedback about this software below:

• Fujifilm X RAW STUDIO – First Impression using the X00F at Samuel L. Streetlife Youtube
• Fuji X-Raw Studio First Impressions at thomasfitzgeraldphotography

On1, Alien Skin Exposure & More

• Comparing Fujifilm’s Film simulations at David Watts Jr. Youtube
• Fuji Image Processing Contest: JPEG Mobile vs. RAW Desktop at hendriximages
• First Look: Alien Skin Exposure X3 for Fuji Photographers at f16.click
• Photoshop Releases Version 19.1 at theblog.adobe
• On1 Photo RAW 2018 | How Do I Use It? at Finding Middle Earth Youtube

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guest post by Philip Sutton: philipsuttonphotography.com or on instagram at fineartfoto

Previous guest posts of Philip Sutton

• The Pleasure and Pain of Fujifilm Lenses! – Read here
• Fuji X-T1, X-T2 – A New Way of Seeing! – Read here
• Fuji X-T2 and X-T1 – a New Perspective on Myanmar in 2017 – Read here
• Fuji X-T2/X-T1 – Recce in Bali – Read here

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