The Official Fuji X10/X20/X30/XF1/XQ1 Thread

will87 said:
Come home to an email from Fuji....... x10 has been dispatched!! :) Quite excited to get my hands on it and start to learn and improve my skills.

Time to order a few extras now. I think i am going to get a 'leather' case (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Camera-Le...X10-w-Strap-Black-/160746108549#ht_3553wt_942) and then have a small case in my day bag that consists of filters, batteries etc!! Does anyone know if the case will fit in the x10,adapter with filter and minus the hood in!?

I'm thinking spare battery, cable release and gorilla pod? Anyone else got any other suggestions of items that could come in handy? Any experience with joby gorilla pods, i have only ever had the small version for p&s!?

Will
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Get several spare batteries Will - I got a great deal off Amazon for the Energizer equivalents - got them 9 days ago at a special price of £3.50 each including shipping! I got 4 of them, just to cover myself for long days out.

The filter thingie with lens hood is useful if you think you'll be using filters, but for me it helps prevent my grubby little fingers from marking the lens. Again, the OEM one is available off Amazon for vastly less than retail and equivalents can be had off e-Bay.

A leather case always looks nice, one with a hole underneath for access to the card and battery compartment is best in my opinion. I have the Gariz half case. Pricey, but looks wonderful.

Bag - I have just got the Billingham f2.8. It's gorgeous and holds other bits and pieces as well.
 
Lindsay D said:
I won't be parted from my 40D - it's an icon in my eyes...
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:agree:

When it came time to upgrade mine, I gave it to my daughter... She's now most of the way though her first year of a photography degree at Wolverhampton University and still using the old thing. :)
 
Spiritflier said:
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When it came time to upgrade mine, I gave it to my daughter... She's now most of the way though her first year of a photography degree at Wolverhampton University and still using the old thing. :)
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Well she's one lucky daughter! I reckon it's the best crop DSLR body Canon ever produced - I often compare the IQ of the 40D with the files from the latest generation APS-C bodies and at respectable ISO settings it trumps them all in my opinion. It's won me a ton of awards.

Edit: I must add ... I love my X10 too. Not often a camera makes you smile, but my X10 does.
 
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Lindsay D said:
Get several spare batteries Will - I got a great deal off Amazon for the Energizer equivalents - got them 9 days ago at a special price of £3.50 each including shipping! I got 4 of them, just to cover myself for long days out.

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do you have a linky for the batteries please i cant find them on Amazon, i know they were there a few weeks back but were out of stock when i wanted to order some

thanks in advance

Daz
 
Well, thanks to Lyndsay D, I have just taken the plunge and bought the last X10 from Jessops to go with my X100 that I bought last week.
I was so impressed with the images I have seen on here I have decided to sell my D300 and lenses and become a Fuji X fanboy!
Lovely cameras, both of them, battery is charging ( after a quick play this evening) ready for action tomorrow
Allan
 
All depends on what you are doing with the images and how particular you are as the X10 is clearly not a straight replacement for a DSLR for IQ and no reason it should be (the odds are stacked against it slightly!)

Comparing mine with a Sony A700 the Sony will always produce a photo with a higher IQ which is made even more clear if cropping to any degree.

However, the difference doesn't make up for the fact I would have to carry around 1.2kg of camera and I would take the X10 every time. But then the sort of shots I do tend to just be wandering around for a few hours and a light small camera is a blessing.

The main draw to the X10 for me is the usability. A combination of design, controls and general feel just make it a really nice camera to use.
 
ernesto said:
All depends on what you are doing with the images and how particular you are as the X10 is clearly not a straight replacement for a DSLR for IQ and no reason it should be (the odds are stacked against it slightly!)
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Quite right Chris. For a shot that I need to get I still rely on my DSLRs. It's faster, AF is more precise and apart from anything else also shoots RAW files which is Mac-readable!!! I wish Apple would hurry up on this front.

However, the difference doesn't make up for the fact I would have to carry around 1.2kg of camera and I would take the X10 every time. But then the sort of shots I do tend to just be wandering around for a few hours and a light small camera is a blessing.

The main draw to the X10 for me is the usability. A combination of design, controls and general feel just make it a really nice camera to use.
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One fine day I will take the X10 out all on it's own and draw inspiration from the many excellent pictures which have been shared on this mega thread!!!


allanm said:
Well, thanks to Lyndsay D, I have just taken the plunge and bought the last X10 from Jessops to go with my X100 that I bought last week.
I was so impressed with the images I have seen on here I have decided to sell my D300 and lenses and become a Fuji X fanboy!
Lovely cameras, both of them, battery is charging ( after a quick play this evening) ready for action tomorrow
Allan
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Congrats on your new baby Allan.

A word of advice if I may, though I'm sure you've realised this by now. The X10 is heavy on batteries!!!


Keep enjoying friends :wave:
 
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Houston1863 said:
Congrats on your new baby Allan.

A word of advice if I may, though I'm sure you've realised this by now. The X10 is heavy on batteries!!!


Keep enjoying friends :wave:
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Hmm. I had started to be aware of that. Looks like a search around the net is called for....

Allan
 
allanm said:
Hmm. I had started to be aware of that. Looks like a search around the net is called for....

Allan
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Those Energizers from Amazon seem to be the best value. Having read through the reviews there and noting that someone wrote about the fit being too tight I only bought one. It was perfect for me and thankfully Fuji sent me a spare battery as well so I think I have just about enough to go shooting for a day as long as the X10 wasn't the only camera in my bag. Were the latter to be the case I think 3 may see me dry but not home. The 270 shot capacity quoted by Fuji seems a little optimistic to me.
 
souldeep said:
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Very nice and retro Souldeep :thumbs:


The access hatch is the icing on the cake ;)
 
allanm said:
Well, thanks to Lyndsay D, I have just taken the plunge and bought the last X10 from Jessops to go with my X100 that I bought last week.
I was so impressed with the images I have seen on here I have decided to sell my D300 and lenses and become a Fuji X fanboy!
Lovely cameras, both of them, battery is charging ( after a quick play this evening) ready for action tomorrow
Allan
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Wow, an X10 and an X100 - that's a very nice pairing! But as has been said, a compact, even a good one, isn't a substitute for a good DSLR if you think you'll need fast precise autofocus, or interchangeable lenses. My advice is to give it a little time before deciding whether you can do without your DSLR. :)
 
Lindsay D said:
I've never heard that before Paul - the precision finish to the metal body, and the balance of the camera is one of the things which owners, and reviewers, describe as exceptional. As somebody who has owned many cameras over many years I have to say the build quality of the X10 is impressive. But as has been said, each to their own - there are some well built compacts around, but it's unlikely they're as well built as the X10 - have a play with them and you'll see what I mean. :)
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I think it's an age thing, I just have far higher expectations when people start using superlatives regarding build quality and so on...and yes the build quality of the x10 is better than most camera's, except, and here I'll paste in a quote from another review.

"...One control I don't care for is the four-way controller / scroll wheel combination on the back of the camera. First, it feels cheap compared the rest of the camera. The scroll dial spins too freely, making precise adjustments difficult, since you can't feel it "click" as you adjust things like shutter speed..." or how about;

"...It's generally a joy to use, and it's retro-style body will certainly turn some heads. That said, it has a lengthy list of flaws; some are minor annoyances, while others make you wonder how this camera got through the testing phase..." from dcresource.com

Though out this review the exceptional build quality was mentioned, now I spent about half an hour exploring the X10 and whilst I can relate to many of the issue the reviewer thought were compromises - I couldn't relate to the exceptional build quality, good yes, very good perhaps, but exceptional, absolutely not.

Now please don't take this to be me condemning the camera out of hand, I'm still considering buying one - I just expected more, but then I consider many modern (so called) quality items to actually be rather shoddy TBH. Guess I'm just hard to please;)

Paul
 
It is exceptional in regards to the competition maybe? (which is what it is based against)
One dictionary definition of exceptional is "Unusual, not typical" which makes sense here.

It is not exceptional when compared to my 30 year old OM10 I would agree.
 
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paul williams said:
I think it's an age thing........

Though out this review the exceptional build quality was mentioned, now I spent about half an hour exploring the X10 and whilst I can relate to many of the issue the reviewer thought were compromises - I couldn't relate to the exceptional build quality, good yes, very good perhaps, but exceptional, absolutely not.

Now please don't take this to be me condemning the camera out of hand, I'm still considering buying one - I just expected more, but then I consider many modern (so called) quality items to actually be rather shoddy TBH. Guess I'm just hard to please;)

Paul
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Well I hope it's not too much of an age thing Paul :lol:

Seriously though I would agree with you. The build quality is good to very good but not exceptional. There are design issues such as the lack of precision of that sub command dial. However from my own experience, it is superior to many compacts out there which I tried over these past months. Some have the feel of cheap, light plastic compounds. In that respect the magnesium alloy body of the X10 is superior.

I suppose in this day and age it's easily a cut above what's out there. It doesn't feel like a DSLR nor was it meant to but it's a lot better than the rest. Of that I'm glad and a touch relieved or I might have sent mine back!!!
 
Well it's just arrived now :D

There is packaging strewn all around the lounge and the battery is on charge...any idea how long the first charge takes :shrug:

First impressions straight out of the box of the camera itself...WOW :love:

I think I am going to love this little beauty.

I cannot wait to get snapping.

Now case wise, I was originally thinking about the retro leather cases that some of you have mentioned, but I don't think they have additional space for extra batteries/memory cards do they?

With this in mind, I'm sorely tempted by something from here.....

http://www.geographicbags.co.uk/point-and-shoot-camera-bags

Do any of you have any experience or opinions of them?

Thanks in advance.

Neil
 
Just received my refurbed X10 and it's broken, Fuji are sending me some packaging to return it in, and when they receive it they will be sending me another one.

Does anyone have an experience with Fuji in this situation, do they have quite quick turnaround?
 
One of the things I really like about the x10 is the colour fidelity under different conditions. I thought I would post some examples even though the subject matter is not that exciting.

This is Gladstone Pottery Museum in Stoke on a dull day but still the bricks appear vibrant even without any PP.

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And here is a Weardale landscape in the early morning after the snowstorm on the night April 3rd.

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Finally as others has shown much better than I can, it is a great camera for 'street' photography.

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Again the colour is remarkably faithful. I wanted to ask. Should you always ask permission before posting a photo of a stranger?
 
Neiltluck said:
Well it's just arrived now :D

There is packaging strewn all around the lounge and the battery is on charge...any idea how long the first charge takes :shrug:

First impressions straight out of the box of the camera itself...WOW :love:

I think I am going to love this little beauty.

I cannot wait to get snapping.

Now case wise, I was originally thinking about the retro leather cases that some of you have mentioned, but I don't think they have additional space for extra batteries/memory cards do they?

With this in mind, I'm sorely tempted by something from here.....

http://www.geographicbags.co.uk/point-and-shoot-camera-bags

Do any of you have any experience or opinions of them?

Thanks in advance.

Neil
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Congrats Neil :thumbs:

You'll enjoy the X10. Best to swat up on the manual as you go along since the camera is loaded with features.

Battery charging takes about 2 hours. The manual does say that a couple of times the charging light may go out within the first 5 or 10 minutes. Simply restart the charging procedure if that happens. You're also advised to have some spares. These things drain power quicker than those old Chevies guzzle petrol.

Had a look at your link ( thanks for posting) but I wasn't thunder-struck by the offerings. I think the pouches may be a tad small while the shoulder stuff will likely be too big and they all may look like containing cameras. I bought one of thesesmall Case Logic messenger bags. It's light and doesn't look like a camera bag. I added some inserts from my other bags as padding to the base and it works very well.
 
cube said:
..... I wanted to ask. Should you always ask permission before posting a photo of a stranger?
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Some very nice shots Charles :thumbs: Thanks for sharing.

I think the X10 renders good colours though not always. What mode and settings were you using?


Now onto your good question. If it's along the lines of a street scene then I would have thought no, since you may take pictures in public areas. There are plenty of examples of pictures of members of public in their daily pursuits here and elsewhere. If they object then I think you should note their preferences.
 
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Houston1863 said:
Congrats Neil :thumbs:

You'll enjoy the X10. Best to swat up on the manual as you go along since the camera is loaded with features.

Battery charging takes about 2 hours. The manual does say that a couple of times the charging light may go out within the first 5 or 10 minutes. Simply restart the charging procedure if that happens. You're also advised to have some spares. These things drain power quicker than those old Chevies guzzle petrol.

Had a look at your link ( thanks for posting) but I wasn't thunder-struck by the offerings. I think the pouches may be a tad small while the shoulder stuff will likely be too big and they all may look like containing cameras. I bought one of thesesmall Case Logic messenger bags. It's light and doesn't look like a camera bag. I added some inserts from my other bags as padding to the base and it works very well.
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Thanks for the words of encouragement and advice there Houston, only another 45 mins to go on the battery then.....

I will certainly stock up on some spare batteries as I have on other cameras/phones I have and do own.

In terms of cases, the jury is still out, but I think I may keep looking for a while yet.

Thanks again.

Neil
 
Is anyone using LCD plastic protectors?

Are they worth it or do they spoil the 'composing' experience?

I have been using a wrist strap but feel there wasn't enough grip for me on the camera body and am getting stressed about it slipping even with the strap on.

So today I put on the 'round the neck' one that came with the camera but I find it shorter than I like and not really getting used to it. Oh what shall I do - and by the way the wrist strap is on as well :lol:

Decisions decisions!!!
 
i got one of the cases from ebay with 2 extra batteries a charger and a car charger for less than 20-00
cant really complain at that price and the batteries are fine

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Terry

No doubt there are very sexy cases.:nuts:

But I can't make my mind up as I am not sure if I want to attach and lens hood and filter. :thinking:
 
DayDreamer said:
Is anyone using LCD plastic protectors?

Are they worth it or do they spoil the 'composing' experience?
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One of the first things I ordered for my baby ;) Haven't noticed it influencing the composing experience either.


I have been using a wrist strap but feel there wasn't enough grip for me on the camera body and am getting stressed about it slipping even with the strap on.

So today I put on the 'round the neck' one that came with the camera but I find it shorter than I like and not really getting used to it. Oh what shall I do - and by the way the wrist strap is on as well :lol:

Decisions decisions!!!
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Can't help you here I'm afraid since I think it is fine to hold. I don't wear it round my neck just in case anyone thinks I'm a tourist :lol: I'm sure you'll get used to handholding the camera.
 
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Also ordered a lens hood from ebay, its a non generic brand, so hope its ok.£12.99 delivered.

Daz
 
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Houston1863 said:
I don't wear it round my neck just in case anyone thinks I'm a tourist :lol: I'm sure you'll get used to handholding the camera.
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When you visit Bath and see all the Japanese tourists trotting around with their multi thousand pounds kit around their necks it kinda puts me off looking like one. Just thought I may try a shoulder strap off a case as that is longer but then I will fret about it being round my bum or side and getting knocked.

I also have an additional problem with poor mobility and have been known to fall over in the street - don't mind a wrist break (none yet but one day maybe but really hope not) as long as the camera is intact. So need it to be protected from my erratic walking/stumbling :clap:
 
urdygurdy said:
Also ordered a lens hood from ebay, its a non generic brand, so hope its ok.£12.99 delivered.

Daz
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Nice shots - looks like the lady is enjoying her coffee :clap:

Can I ask for a link for the lens hood - thanks?
 
sinar said:
Just received my refurbed X10 and it's broken, Fuji are sending me some packaging to return it in, and when they receive it they will be sending me another one.

Does anyone have an experience with Fuji in this situation, do they have quite quick turnaround?
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not so good, what's wrong with it?

Mine arrived as well, also a refurb and it seems fine
 
DayDreamer said:
Is anyone using LCD plastic protectors?

Are they worth it or do they spoil the 'composing' experience?

I have been using a wrist strap but feel there wasn't enough grip for me on the camera body and am getting stressed about it slipping even with the strap on.

So today I put on the 'round the neck' one that came with the camera but I find it shorter than I like and not really getting used to it. Oh what shall I do - and by the way the wrist strap is on as well :lol:

Decisions decisions!!!
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I havent actually got ones of these yet but it could help with the worry of not enough grip?

Expensive version: http://matchtechnical.com/ThumbsUpEP5S.aspx

Ebay version: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-Horus...ltDomain_3&hash=item3cbf6aebe8#ht_6286wt_1037

I cant seem to find the review that i stumbled across last night. i remember a few users mentioning that it is slightly bigger than the original. Hope it helps....
 
will87 said:
I havent actually got ones of these yet but it could help with the worry of not enough grip?

I cant seem to find the review that i stumbled across last night. i remember a few users mentioning that it is slightly bigger than the original. Hope it helps....
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Thanks for that and I will consider it.

I have just taken the strap off a camera case and tried on the X10 which now drops it to a much more comfortable position for me. I think the strap in the box was designed for the Japanese market but I am six feet tall in my bare feet and 14.5 stones :lol:

All These decisions and making my life even more confusing is having bought my wife a Panasonic G2 this week and having to get that the usual bits.
 
Houston1863 said:
Some very nice shots Charles :thumbs: Thanks for sharing.

I think the X10 renders good colours though not always. What mode and settings were you using?


Now onto your good question. If it's along the lines of a street scene then I would have thought no, since you may take pictures in public areas. There are plenty of examples of pictures of members of public in their daily pursuits here and elsewhere. If they object then I think you should note their preferences.
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Thanks for the reply. I am afraid I mainly stick to EXR mode at the moment (I always seem to be too rushed to experiment). That's good advice on the street scenes. It was really this forum that inspired me to have a go!

Cheers, Charles.
 
DayDreamer said:
Is anyone using LCD plastic protectors?

Are they worth it or do they spoil the 'composing' experience?
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I ordered a 3" GGS glass screen protector rather than a plastic one. It fits the X10 perfectly, actually fits on top of the screen surround so you can see the whole screen underneath.
Amazon sell them for £3.43 delivered. Just ordered another for my X100
Allan
 
allanm said:
I ordered a 3" GGS glass screen protector rather than a plastic one. It fits the X10 perfectly, actually fits on top of the screen surround so you can see the whole screen underneath.
Amazon sell them for £3.43 delivered. Just ordered another for my X100
Allan
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Sounds like a good idea think I will have to get one of these!
 
terryuk said:
i got one of the cases from ebay with 2 extra batteries a charger and a car charger for less than 20-00
cant really complain at that price and the batteries are fine

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Where did you get the red shutter release button ?
 
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