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

Eightball said:
looking at those Gordy they can't be that hard to make oneself!!
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First, select a cow........

Thats a good idea though, I bet you could make a few with an old belt, a sharp knife and some strong twine. An old key ring and a rubber o ring and your there.
I took the easy option and handed over £14 but I might have a go myself and see what sort of job I can make of it on a rainy afternoon
Allan
 
Couple of little things... we're just back from 3 days away in the Ceiriog Valley in Wales, and you guys go and post 3 pages of posts on this thread! I'll post some pics soon if there's anything useful... anyway

a) I got the X10 out of the bag to upload the shots (only 256... being abstemious, me ;) ), and I find that the grip is coming off to one side! :help: Do I just glue it back on? It's one of the little features that makes the X10 work for me; it's just right to allow my damaged right hand to hold it properly without getting cramp. Extra point for consideration: my X10 was one of the first to get its sensor changed; I've never received an email from Fuji about it at all (before, during or after), and nothing about the software upgrade. Perhaps I should ring them up and see about getting both done at once?

b) I couldn't find the "upload cable" at first. No problem, I thought, it's one of those mini-USB cables, I've got another one like that from a Canon, I'll use that. But the small end is the wrong size. So is the X10 a non-standard mini-USB, :thumbsdown: or is there another mini-USB standard plug size I should know about? Happily a better search in a different bag brought the original cable to light, but I'm thinking it's so easy to use, I ought to get a spare!

PS, I am very much averse to camera bags, and to spending money :gag: so my "camera bag" is a soft shoulder bag with a flop-over cover and magnetic catch. I think it's probably fine for the X10 on its own, but not good enough with the Pentax ME or Canonet QL17 in there as well. :thumbsdown:
 
Someone new here asked about batteries. I use two Energizer FLNP50 batteries I got off Amazon for a few quid each, and they are fine. In fact, I'm not quite sure where the original Fuji battery is!

I think I got about 200 shots on one charge, then decided to change the battery when convenient rather than when it filed, as you don't get much warning. :eek:
 
ChrisR said:
So is the X10 a non-standard mini-USB, :thumbsdown: or is there another mini-USB standard plug size I should know about?
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The more stuff I buy, the more different sized mini usb cables I have! Of course, I have the standard size one that fits most computer stuff, one a bit bigger for a radio, one a bit smaller for my X10 and X100, one a bit longer and thinner for my sat nav, and one with a really tiny end for another camera.
I'm sure there are more out there, but why?...

Allan
 
Spiritflier said:
I still haven't sent mine off to be 'repaired' yet... The way things are going, I don't think I'll bother! :shrug:

I've been so busy with work and the new baby lately that I haven't had a chance to post a great deal. I was working in Welshpool yesterday and happened to arrive in town just as the steam engine from the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway was getting ready to depart. It would have been very remiss of me not to go and take a few pictures! ;)

The station is right next to the main A458 so trying to get shots without including passing traffic was difficult.

The X10 is definitely becoming my 'black and white camera'... I seem to prefer the mono output to the colour images I get.

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Si - hello and glad to hear you and the family are well :)

Some great shots posted in that bunch. You've created the feel of old world style photos. I have been experimenting with B&W but converting from colour rather than shooting in mono.

Is the only reason you choose to shoot in Mono because you want to see the B&W on the LCD when you take the shot, or are there other reasons to do so?

Final question - I see in the first pic the style is very soft. In some of your original B&W shots you worked with a much sharper, almost HDR, B&W style. Have you reduced the sharpness in camera or softened the shot post production?

PS Until I get an ORB issue in my shots - I too won't be sending it in for the replacement. I've also kept to version 1.02. I don't want the noise processing that comes with the 1.03 patch and I quite like that RAW button option to take just one RAW when I feel like it (I press it sometimes in difficult light situations so I can play with the RAW in PP to see if I can recover a better shot than from the JPG)
 
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souldeep said:
Si - hello and glad to hear you and the family are well :)

Some great shots posted in that bunch. You've created the feel of old world style photos. I have been experimenting with B&W but converting from colour rather than shooting in mono.

Is the only reason you choose to shoot in Mono because you want to see the B&W on the LCD when you take the shot, or are there other reasons to do so?
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Hi SD,

Family are doing really well thanks... I need to take some more shots of the little 'un with the X10 but I'm a bit loved up by my 5DMKIII and EF50mm f/1.4 at the moment! :D

I always shoot medium sized RAW+JPEG so that I've got the best from the sensor and the greatest amount of flexibility overall. I tend to set the camera to shoot in mono so that I've got an idea about what to expect but having the RAW file means I can change my mind if I want to. :)

souldeep said:
...I see in the first pic the style is very soft. In some of your original B&W shots you worked with a much sharper, almost HDR, B&W style. Have you reduced the sharpness in camera or softened the shot post production
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It wasn't so much softened as 'not sharpened' to the same extent as normal...

souldeep said:
...I quite like that RAW button option to take just one RAW when I feel like it ...
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That's why I shoot to capture both formats... SD cards are cheap and I find that with an 8GB card, I've got plenty of room for loads of images. :)
 
OK, I’ve hade this little beauty for a day and love it, I haven’t taken any pictures to show yet but a question has arisen. How do I change the ppi output from 72 to say 240 or 300, or indeed is this possible. On my Nikon dslr’s the output is 240ppi and I thought this a more appropriate resolution for any decent camera?
I know I can resize and all that in Photoshop but surely a native resolution from the camera of 240ppi would be better?
Anybody?
 
Spiritflier said:
I still haven't sent mine off to be 'repaired' yet... The way things are going, I don't think I'll bother! :shrug:

I've been so busy with work and the new baby lately that I haven't had a chance to post a great deal. I was working in Welshpool yesterday and happened to arrive in town just as the steam engine from the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway was getting ready to depart. It would have been very remiss of me not to go and take a few pictures! ;)
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Love the 2nd picture of the driver! :clap:

I'm currently without my X10.
I had an email 12 hours after posting saying Fuji had received it.
I've got my fingers, arms and legs crossed for a swift hassle free turnaround!
 
had a lunch time email saying that mine is on the way back (3rd time lucky perhaps)
 
Rhodese said:
OK, I’ve hade this little beauty for a day and love it, I haven’t taken any pictures to show yet but a question has arisen. How do I change the ppi output from 72 to say 240 or 300, or indeed is this possible. On my Nikon dslr’s the output is 240ppi and I thought this a more appropriate resolution for any decent camera?
I know I can resize and all that in Photoshop but surely a native resolution from the camera of 240ppi would be better?
Anybody?
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Must admit I get questions like this down the club and I've never found a satisfactory answer.
The 'i' is inches.
If you haven't yet decided how big to display the image then how do you know the size in inches? :shrug:

So setting DPI or PPI at the time of taking is really only allowing you to set the default paper size when you open the image in Photoshop.
Or am I missing something?
 
DuncanDisorderly said:
Must admit I get questions like this down the club and I've never found a satisfactory answer.
The 'i' is inches.
If you haven't yet decided how big to display the image then how do you know the size in inches? :shrug:

So setting DPI or PPI at the time of taking is really only allowing you to set the default paper size when you open the image in Photoshop.
Or am I missing something?
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That is arguable 72 is the native screen resolution.

The default is not restrictive in any way. And does not change the availabe quality of a captured image.
 
Terrywoodenpic said:
That is arguable 72 is the native screen resolution.

The default is not restrictive in any way. And does not change the availabe quality of a captured image.
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Agreed :)
However, 72dpi was a reasonable guide back when everyone was using 640x480 screen resolution.
With modern displays it produces very small images.
For screens, quoting pixel dimensions is more useful.

To be fair, it's not just the club.
I sent an image in for publication and was asked to resize my image to a specific DPI without being told how big they wanted to print the image :bang:
On its own DPI is as useful as a chocolate teapot.
 
Thanks Duncan, maybe I am not making myself clear, she who is most wise and must be obeyed, informs me of this all the time. So, as I understand things 72 pixels per inch is the resolution for screen display, 240/300 ppi is ok for close inspection prints, and 150ppi for distance viewed prints i.e. wall mounted 16”/20”s. Isn’t dpi a printer term?
Therefore, from a 10MP chip (3872x2592), you would get approximately 16”x 11”at 240ppi and 53”x36” at 72ppi. I think a print at the 72ppi wouldn’t be great. To reformat a jpeg in PS means a loss of quality to some degree, so I just thought that Fuji would have opted for a higher res as with DSLRs.
Its no big deal, it’s a great camera all the same.
PS
The RAWs are OK.
 
Rhodese said:
Thanks Duncan, maybe I am not making myself clear, she who is most wise and must be obeyed, informs me of this all the time. So, as I understand things 72 pixels per inch is the resolution for screen display, 240/300 ppi is ok for close inspection prints, and 150ppi for distance viewed prints i.e. wall mounted 16”/20”s. Isn’t dpi a printer term?
Therefore, from a 10MP chip (3872x2592), you would get approximately 16”x 11”at 240ppi and 53”x36” at 72ppi. I think a print at the 72ppi wouldn’t be great. To reformat a jpeg in PS means a loss of quality to some degree, so I just thought that Fuji would have opted for a higher res as with DSLRs.
Its no big deal, it’s a great camera all the same.
PS
The RAWs are OK.
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Print DPI is a very variable number as it all depends on how far you view from.
You can get away with much lower numbers.

This image is from my LRPS panel and was taken with a 4Mp pocket camera.
This image was technically better printed to A3 than the rest of the panel which were taken with a 20D (8.2Mp).
My main problem with the DSLR was poor technique, but it is an excellent illustration that Mp is not the most important factor - especially if 'only' printing to A3.
 
Guys, serious don't even bother to think about the PPI/DPI settings unless either

a) You are post processing to print

Or

b) you are exporting to embed in a document (PDF, Word doc, InDesign etc) where the desktop publishing package takes account of the PPI and adjusts size accordingly.


FYI, if you are embedding in an HTTP scripted email using something like Outlook b) will also apply.

Otherwise it's largely irrelevant.
 
Brian's not very bright, he must try harder, now where have I heard that phrase before? cheers everyone.
 
Rhodese said:
Brian's not very bright, he must try harder, now where have I heard that phrase before? cheers everyone.
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Hmm, did you have the same report card as me?

Allan
 
AESamuel said:
A question to the guys who shoot JPEG I have some questions about the settings on my x10. I know much more about film than I do digital photography so I understand the basic mechanics of photography, lenses, aperture ISO shutter etc but some of the more in-depth settings are beyond me.

What do you guys use for colour, wb shift, highlight tone, shadow tone sharpness and noise reduction? If you could explain your reasonings and maybe post some examples that would be great.

Thanks a lot,
Asa
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My post seems to have been lost in a sea of others so I'm just going to bump it, hope that's not too rude. :crowded:
 
Hi Asa,

I bumped up sharpness and noise for my Sarejavo set to try and create a slightly more gritty look for street shots. I also reduced down the colour.

I have never played with highlight or shadow tone but it makes your shots look more contrasty.

I leave WB on Auto. It's generally accepted that the WB on the camera is very good and best left on auto.
 
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Spiritflier said:
Hi SD,

Family are doing really well thanks... I need to take some more shots of the little 'un with the X10 but I'm a bit loved up by my 5DMKIII and EF50mm f/1.4 at the moment! :D

I always shoot medium sized RAW+JPEG so that I've got the best from the sensor and the greatest amount of flexibility overall. I tend to set the camera to shoot in mono so that I've got an idea about what to expect but having the RAW file means I can change my mind if I want to. :)



It wasn't so much softened as 'not sharpened' to the same extent as normal...



That's why I shoot to capture both formats... SD cards are cheap and I find that with an 8GB card, I've got plenty of room for loads of images. :)
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Hehe - well she's only that age once, the moment you take the shot, and you want to use the camera you trust the most for that type of thing.

Medium rather than fine! So you too go with this medium quality. Does that mean you shoot in certian EXR modes or is there any weight to setting the shot to medium rather than fine?

Softened not sharpened - in PP (camera sharpness set at default setting) or the sharpness levels in the camera menu reduced?

I'm using 32GB cards - I just don't have the time to go through all the photos I take. Need to learn to snap less it's just I seem to find an excuse in every moment to trun it into a photo. Think I need to find a clinic ;)
 
Eightball said:
Might have a crack at making a wrist strap tomorrow out of a leather belt I bought in TK Maxx recently and didn't realise how blooming long it is! If it goes horribly wrong I'll probably order this UK version of the Gordy strap

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I had one of those and sent it back after I week. It was very stiff and didn't seem to soften up at all.

Very good quality though and the seller was great
 
'Posh' straps :nono:

Surely you can enjoy the camera for its 'poshness' without adding tacky looking straps - you bunch of posers ;)



PS Perhaps you get round to taking pics instead of all the beautification process ;) ;)
 
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Hi,

I'm thinking of buying either a refurbished X10 from Fuji or maybe a secondhand one on ebay.

I contacted Fuji customer support to ask if their refurbished models have had their sensors replaced or if I bought one on ebay that needed replacing would this be covered under the free replacement programme, but I haven't received any reply from them.

Could anyone give me some advice on sensor replacement in these circumstances?


Thank you
 
Westie said:
Hi,

I'm thinking of buying either a refurbished X10 from Fuji or maybe a secondhand one on ebay.

I contacted Fuji customer support to ask if their refurbished models have had their sensors replaced or if I bought one on ebay that needed replacing would this be covered under the free replacement programme, but I haven't received any reply from them.

Could anyone give me some advice on sensor replacement in these circumstances?


Thank you
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I bought mine as a refurb from Fuji. Albeit before they started replacing the sensors. I contacted them on-line and they sent me the returns info to get the sensor replaced. All went very smoothly.
Therefore, I would buy one then contact Fuji to have the sensor replaced
 
Westie said:
Hi,

I'm thinking of buying either a refurbished X10 from Fuji or maybe a secondhand one on ebay.

I contacted Fuji customer support to ask if their refurbished models have had their sensors replaced or if I bought one on ebay that needed replacing would this be covered under the free replacement programme, but I haven't received any reply from them.

Could anyone give me some advice on sensor replacement in these circumstances?


Thank you
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I bought a re-furb from the Fuji site about a fortnight ago. I have tried everything I could think of to produce orbs but I have failed at every attempt. I can only assume my sensor has been replaced.

Oh, and if you do decide to go along this path, then don't forget to use the promo code P10FEB15. :thumbs:
 
Thanks for the advice (and the promo code).

How have you found your refurbished models? Are they in good condition - or a bit rough round the edges?
 
Westie said:
Thanks for the advice (and the promo code).

How have you found your refurbished models? Are they in good condition - or a bit rough round the edges?
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Mine was 100% as new, no marks of any sort and packed in a box also as new with just a small sticker saying 'refurbished'. Had my sensor changed so would buy a refurbished again without a seconds thought. So go for it.

Dealt with Fuji several times since buying and NO discrimination because it was refurbished.
 
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Westie said:
Thanks for the advice (and the promo code).

How have you found your refurbished models? Are they in good condition - or a bit rough round the edges?
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My X10 was immaculate. Not a mark or scratch anywhere. Everything that should have been in the box was present. Given the saving, it is a no brainer.
 
My refurb was also immaculate but missing the battery. I phone fuji and the sent me 2 no questions asked
 
Westie said:
Hi,

I'm thinking of buying either a refurbished X10 from Fuji or maybe a secondhand one on ebay.

I contacted Fuji customer support to ask if their refurbished models have had their sensors replaced or if I bought one on ebay that needed replacing would this be covered under the free replacement programme, but I haven't received any reply from them.

Could anyone give me some advice on sensor replacement in these circumstances?


Thank you
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Fuji never asked me for a proof of purchase when I booked mine in for the sensor swap, just the serial number, so getting a secondhand unit 'fixed' shouldnt be a problem.

Mine's a refurb and it arrived absolutely spotless. Tbh, refurbs are cheaper and likely to be 100% checked over before being sold. I'd say it's a no-brainer.
 
Constructive critique/commentary sought. Took the x10 out for a wander before meeting my GF to go see a film - day has been sunshine and showers all day, with emphasis on showers. These shots have just had autofix and (cropped in one example) in trial version of Photoshop Elements 10. I dunno, they just don't seem to 'pop' compared to many of the shots I see elsewhere (and on this thread!)

All taken in EXR mode

Cheers Jason


Workmen between scaffold, Market St, Aberdeen by Murphy JC, on Flickr


The Dee from the Victoria Bridge, Aberdeen by Murphy JC, on Flickr


Castlegate, Aberdeen by Murphy JC, on Flickr
 
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MisterRigsby said:
Tbh, refurbs are cheaper and likely to be 100% checked over before being sold. I'd say it's a no-brainer.
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I think a few here would argue with that statement, but as long as yours was fine, and it looks like you have a good one, then all is well.
Allan
 
up in the lakes this week and brought along all my camera gear. Heres a quicky from the x10 in panorama mode at the top of Catbells



Its actually holding up quite well against the D800 :) not for pure resolution but for web viewing its fighting its corner pretty well. As soon as i get the rolls of film developed i'll post up images from a medium format film, the D800 and the x10

 
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Eightball said:
Constructive critique/commentary sought. Took the x10 out for a wander before meeting my GF to go see a film - day has been sunshine and showers all day, with emphasis on showers. These shots have just had autofix and (cropped in one example) in trial version of Photoshop Elements 10. I dunno, they just don't seem to 'pop' compared to many of the shots I see elsewhere (and on this thread!)

All taken in EXR mode

Cheers Jason
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Well, I'm sure most of us do choose to put up the shots that do "pop" where possible; they don't all, even with a X10! There seems plenty of zing in your first, at least from the scaffolding poles, although the workman does rather disappear. Maybe worth a little fiddling around with Levels and/or Highlight/Shadow sliders (if Elements has these), for the other two?

And IIWY I'd take it right out of EXR into P (or A) mode and never put it back! EXR is a weird super-auto that makes too many decisions for you.

There are plenty of posts with guides to settings in this thread (and some arguments). I have mine in M mode, DR400, Auto ISO 1600... seems to cope with pretty much everything. I've only taken a half dozen shots with flash in some 3,000!
 
Yellowbelly said:
I bought a re-furb from the Fuji site about a fortnight ago. I have tried everything I could think of to produce orbs but I have failed at every attempt. I can only assume my sensor has been replaced.

Oh, and if you do decide to go along this path, then don't forget to use the promo code P10FEB15. :thumbs:
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With this code and buying the genuine leather case at the same time it comes to £311.98 for both!!!! That's a bloody bargain in my book.
 
Guys, I have read bits and pieces about this orb issue but what is the best/most definitive way of testing to see if I have this issue?
 
DayDreamer said:
Mine was 100% as new, no marks of any sort and packed in a box also as new with just a small sticker saying 'refurbished'. Had my sensor changed so would buy a refurbished again without a seconds thought. So go for it.

Dealt with Fuji several times since buying and NO discrimination because it was refurbished.
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Mine too is a refurb absoloutly as new. Only difference is a big sticker on the box saying refurbished.
 
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