Jared Polin Fujifilm X-T2 Real World Review

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Jared Polin (more of a DSLR guy) used the Fujifilm X-T2 for the first time, and he took the Fujifilm X-T2 out for a real shoot. In his 48 minutes long video (which for a large part shows Jared at work, with no commentary on the X-T2) he says amongst the others:

  • he’s not used to the old school controls – aperture, shutter and ISO on dials – so he must get used to it
  • he loves the EVF. It makes shooting so much easier
  • he misses the touch screen
  • the X-T2 shoots super fast and the focus is pretty lightning quick, also in continous. DSLR still better in continous, though.
  • he likes that when he’s shooting at 8 or 11 fps, quick bursts, it’s great, because there is no mirror black out, because there is no mirror in the camera, so he never loses sight of what he’s shooting

Starting from 31:14 Frono checks the files on the computer and adds more considerations to the camera

  • better to use with grip for better handling
  • he doesn’t like the menu system and you need to get used to it
  • batteries are pretty good, and don’t drain as fast as in Sony cameras
  • you have to get used a bit to the focus modes
  • great lens options

See the full video at Jared Polin Youtube

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Fujifilm Releases New Firmware for Fujifilm X-T2 and X-Pro2 – DOWNLOAD NOW!

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First a rumor, then an announcement, and finally real: the huge Kaizen Firmware updates for X-T2 (ver.2.00) and X-Pro2 (ver.3.00) are out.

Here are the download links:

This is just the first of the 2 Kaizen updates planed for X-T2 and X-Pro2. The second one will come late May.

For tips about how to update your firmware (and eventual issues that might occur), you can read Rico’s X-pert corner “Tips for Updating your Firmware“.

enjoy your new camera :-)
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Notification Regarding Issue with Iris Blades on Fujinon MK18-55mm T2.9

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Dear Valued customers

Thank you for using Fujifilm products.

We have received feedback from a few customers that the iris blades did not move correctly when the iris ring was rotated.

As a result of our internal investigation, we found the potential risk that the MK18-55mm lens produced in a partial production lot, in rare cases, would cause the above problem.

Therefore, our technical staff will inspect your MK18-55mm lens with the following mentioned serial numbers free of charge. For more information, please contact your shop or dealer where you purchased the MK18-55mm lens to make arrangements to have your MK18-55mm lens sent for inspection.

We do apologize to any of our loyal customers that may be affected by this inconvenience. Please rest assured of Fujifilm’s absolute commitment to quality and service excellence.

Serial number :

From 75A00001 to 75A00354

Fujinon MK18-55mm T2.9 at BHphoto and Adorama

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New Firmware Update for Fujifilm X-A10 is Out

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Finally, the Firmware update we were all waiting for is out! ;)

Fujifilm just released a new firmware for the Fujifilm X-A10 (ver.2.00) – download here

The firmware update Ver.2.00 from Ver.1.00 -Ver.1.10 incorporates the following issues:

  • 1. Image quality of Portrait Enhancer is improved by smooth processing.
  • 2. Improvement of AF performance
  • 3. Night (Tripod) function is added in Advanced SR Auto mode. (introduced from firmware ver.1.10)

Fujifilm X-A10: BHphoto, Adorama, Focuscamera, AmazonUS

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Fujifilm GFX 50s and Eric Bouvet in Mosul, Iraq :: Photojournalism in Warzones with Fujifilm GFX

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Fujifilm GFX 50s for Photojournalism

When Fujifilm developed the Fujifilm GFX 50s, they had the following target in mind: professional photographers, who shoot fashion, commercials, portraits (in studio or outdoor), landscape and architecture.

But I remember a Fujifilm Manager, who said that, once they started the “GFX challanges series” and the camera was given to selected photographers for beta testing, the feedback was so good, that they started to believe the Fujifilm GFX 50s might also be quite good for other photographic genres, such as street photography… and apparently also photojournalism.

Eric Bouvet

Long time FR-readers will remember, how I mentioned the first time Eric Bouvet, when he covered the war in the Ukraine with his X-T1 and X-Pro1. Well, he’s right now in Mosul, Iraq, and this time he documents everything with his Fujifilm GFX 50s.

First of all, I wish Eric all the best while documenting the war in Mosul and to have soon a safe flight back home.

And once back, we really look forward to his images, which will for sure enrich an already stunning portfolio that you can check out at his website here. We are first of all curious to see the stories he will bring home and share with us… and also to see how the Fujifilm GFX 50s performed in the arguably most challenging of all environments.

Eric is sharing the first images and videos from Mosul taken with his GFX on his instagram account. Make sure to check it out here. WARNING: It’s a war, and Eric is right in there. So you might see images and videos that could hurt your sensibility.

And feel free to join & enjoy the Fujifilm GFX facebook group. We are more than 10,200 right now. There is also a Fujifilm GFX facebook page, with news and rumors tailored to the GFX. You won’t miss a single GFX tidbit by following it.

Fujifilm GFX 50s: USA BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

I will leave you with a few images and impression from the Fujifilm GFX facebook group.

Fujifilm GFX Images

Sebastian Lee shared here:  The 32-64 wasn’t quite wide enough to get the composition I wanted so had to shoot a pano. Didn’t go crazy, came out to right at 12,096×7585 though my 5K iMac I think was starting to melt processing the pano haha. Eight 1 second exposures with lots of overlap. Also if anyone is interested, you can follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sebimagery/

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