Fujifilm X-Pro1 Firmware Fixed

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Firmware Fixed Documentary Photographers and Street Photographers that are using the Fujifilm X-Pro1 can now download the fix Fujifilm have now fixed the firmware the day after pulling its firmware v.3.0 for the X-Pro1, Fujifilm has released a fixed version (v.3.01) that addresses the flaw The phenomenon that a movie could not be recorded properly in some cases has found in the firmware version … Continue reading Fujifilm X-Pro1 Firmware Fixed

Fujifilm Firmware update for X-E1 and X-Pro 1

New firmware update for Fujiflim X-Pro1 and X-E1 is available from Fujifilm website which states: The firmware update (X-E1 Ver.2.00 from Ver.1.06) (X-Pro1 Ver.3.00 from Ver.2.05) incorporates the following issue 1.Improvement of AF speed on most existing XF lenses. The updated algorithm will enable AF speed to become faster with the following XF lenses: XF14mmF2.8 R XF18mmF2 R XF35mmF1.4 R XF60mmF2.4 R Macro XF18-55mmF2.8-4 R LM … Continue reading Fujifilm Firmware update for X-E1 and X-Pro 1

Magpie Mine Derbyshire

While the sun was out during the Mayday bank holiday me and my photo buddy Tim managed to get out into the Derbyshire Peak District and visit some places such as the Magpie Mine, SW of Sheldon, Derbyshire. and accessed of Horse Lane (53.2066, -1.7433) It has a fascinating history spanning more than 200 years of bonanzas and failures, of bitter disputes and fights resulting in … Continue reading Magpie Mine Derbyshire

Billingham Hadley (small) For Fujifilm X-E1 System

I have a lot of camera bags that I have collected over the years, always looking for the “right one” and some others brought for “specific missions” to take the heavy and bulky DSLR’s and associated kit But since buying the Fujifiim X-E1 I have found them to be way too big so been on the hunt for a smaller bag. However I have often … Continue reading Billingham Hadley (small) For Fujifilm X-E1 System

PhotoRaw App for iOS now supports X-Pro1 and X-E1

PhotoRaw for iOS is a iPad and iPhone viewer and developer for image files in raw format. Raw file formats from most camera manufacturers are supported, for example Nikon NEF files, Canon CR2 files, Leica DNG files, etc. and now the RAF format used by the X-Pro1 and X-E1  A list of supported cameras are available here  However the Apple Connection Kit is not showing … Continue reading PhotoRaw App for iOS now supports X-Pro1 and X-E1

Video explaining the X-E1 and the Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM

The Fuji Guys have done a video showing the main features of the X-E1 and the Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM and explain briefly what the letters LM stand for (Linear Motor) and that it is a quieter and faster focusing system than the previous lenses. There is also an explanation as why there are no aperture markings which is to keep it simple as its a variable aperture zoom, which kind of makes sense and … Continue reading Video explaining the X-E1 and the Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM

Fujilm X-E1 and 18-55mm Lens – First Impressions

I got a call yesterday saying my Fujifilm X-E1 & XF 18-55mm f2.8-4 R LM OIS lens  had arrived and was waiting for me in my local camera shop, London Camera Exchange in Derby. 2 days early and for £1099.00 lens and body in black! Unfortunately after battling through the traffic and again returning in rush hour there was no light left at the end of the … Continue reading Fujilm X-E1 and 18-55mm Lens – First Impressions

Fujifilm X-E1 v X-Pro1 AF Speed Comparison

Matthew Maddock has posted a handy video showing the AF speeds of both Fujifilm X-E1 v X-Pro1 AF Speed Comparison Giving both cameras a work out at the same time in different lighting conditions as well as low light make this a very informative video For the result you will have to watch the video, I am not going to spoil the results   You can follow Matthew on Google+ Related articles … Continue reading Fujifilm X-E1 v X-Pro1 AF Speed Comparison

Firmware update for Fujifilm X-E1 (Ver 1.01) and X-Pro1(Ver2.01)

Fujifilm have announced Firmware updates for the X-E1 (Ver.1.01) and the X-Pro1(Ver.2.01) The X-E1 update adds: .Adding the compatibility with “XF18-55mmF2.8-4 R”. *You will get the full performance with the new zoom lens “XF18-55mmF2.8-4 R”. 2.The phenomena below will be fixed. (1)The auto focus accuracy with XF60mm Lens could not be enough. (2)When using the M- Mount Adapter, under exposure could occur. Download and info for X-E1 … Continue reading Firmware update for Fujifilm X-E1 (Ver 1.01) and X-Pro1(Ver2.01)