Digital cameras fujifilm is one of the best regarded camera brands worldwide. I am now quite familiar with fujifilm s x series cameras, having shot with a fuji xpro1 extensively for almost a year. Below are 100% crops to compare the x pro2 to the original x pro1 with both camera calibrated to produce optimum results. I got a few wide shots with the 14mm, which is a stellar lens. Click here to download the latest firmware for the fujifilm xpro1. Compared with other small system cameras, perhaps the most striking thing about the fujifilm xpro1, aside from its styling, is its size. If you do not agree to the terms of this agreement, you are not authorized to download firmware. Fujifilm improves xpro1 focusing with updated firmware 2. With our awardwinning range of cameras suited to pros and enthusiasts alike, were sure theres a.
The xpro1 features a 16 megapixel apsc xtrans cmos sensor, a brand new x lens mount, hybrid. Improve the cover range and accuracy of the bright frame in the ovf. Given the four year gap between camera models, there are many upgrades and improvements in the new xpro2, all achieved without adding significant. If fuji released a fullframe sensor with the same noise characteristics as the sensor on the fuji xpro1, it would be a serious challenge for both nikon and canon dslrs in my opinion. They dont wobble around like the xpro1 one does, and you can press them in to engage functions. Fujifilm s very first mirrorless interchangeablelens camera, the xpro1, was released in march 2012 to much praise from critics and users, and was recently replaced with its successor, the xpro2. The fujifilm x pro1 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera that was announced in january 2012 and is equipped with an apsc sensor. The fujifilm finepix xpro1 is the start of an allnew camera system, with a brand new mount and lenses. Firmware is the upgraded version of software that fujifilm corporation. Whether you love fujifilm s x series of mirrorless cameras or instax instant film cameras this is the place for you. The fujifilm xpro2 is the only interchangeable lens camera in the world featuring a hybrid viewfinder system. The lens of focal length at 35 mm or less can be placed in this leather case with the camera x pro1. Regarding operations of items below from 2 through 6, refer to xpro1 new features guide in this website. Fujifilm social media finepix from cuttingedge longzoom models to fashionconscious pointandshoot compacts, theres a fujifilm finepix digital camera to satisfy every kind of photographer.
I am not a camera expert anything i know about cameras is from personal experience, as i am not a professional camera guru. The fujifilm xpro2 is the only interchangeable lens camera in the world featuring a hybrid viewfinder system that incorporates both optical and electric viewfinders. The fujifilm xpro1 for street photography street hunters. Well provide the knowledge, inspiration and technique to enhance your photographic life. Fujifilm x combines traditional styling with cutting edge innovative technology. But a recent firmware update has been given this camera some improvements. This is a quick tutorial on how to update the firmware on a fujifilm x series camera, such as the xt2, xt20, xpro2, etc. However, although the xpro1 has clearly evolved from the x100, there are many differences, the most obvious being the new fujifilm x lens mount as the x100 had a fixed 23mm f2 lens. To learn more about what were about, please explore innovation at the fujifilm global website. Per fujifilm this makes the camera behave as the manual indicates p. Taken with the xpro1, 35mm, f2, 1125, iso1600 one of the many reasons why i love my xt1 is the instant accessibility to so many of the cameras functions e. They offer valuable advice on updating the firmware of your cameras and lenses.
This manual describes how to use your fujifilm xpro1 digital camera. If the compact in the term compact system camera defines a range of sizes, the xpro1 is at or near the top of it. Page 39 xpro1 at least shares an exter nal resemblance. Heres the xpro1 with an old collapsible leica elmar 50mm 1. The fujifilm xt10 for street photography street hunters. To avoid this threat to image quality, fujifilm has designed an ibis system specifically for the new 102mp large format sensor which gives up to 5. I had recently acquired a canon eos 600d, my first real camera in years, and the. So, what you will read below is purely my personal opinion about the fujifilm xpro1 for street photography and nothing more. I love the manual focusing on that thing and now that the xpro1 has focus peaking it makes it a breeze. The fujifilm xpro1 and the first three xf lenses went on sale in april 2012. The fujifilm xpro1 features a 16megapixel apsc xtrans cmos sensor, a brandnew x lens mount, hybrid multi viewfinder and three prime lenses sold separately.
When an xf series lens is mounted, lens data are communicated to xpro1, and viewfinder magnification 2 types and frame size multiple steps are automatically switched. On september 18th 2012 fujifilm released firmware version 2. Forward looking stories fujifilm innovation has always driven the company forward. With the leica mount adapter due out later this year, im sure there will be more than a few owners of a leica mseries film camera buying a fujifilm xpro1 to make use of their leica glass. The fujifilm xpro1 has been around for a little while now. Mar 31, 2012 the fujifilm camera has all the retro looks and image quality to match the leica, but is. Jan 10, 2012 fujifilm is proud to announce the fujifilm xpro1, an allnew premium interchangeable lens camera. This is fujifilm s own adapter that allows use of leica mmount lenses on the xpro1. Fujifilm x pro 1 highlights setting new standards in image resolution. The other feature thats prettymuch a must on a modern system camera is highdefinition video capture.
It features the fuji x interchangeable mount system for extended selecti. Fujifilm x pro1 the fuji x pro1 is the brands firstever interchangeable lens compact camera. Featuring the freedom to switch between an optical and electronic viewfinder, the hybrid viewfinder has evolved to meet the challenge of interchangeable lenses. Jan 09, 2012 the fujifilm finepix x pro1 is the start of an allnew camera system, with a brand new mount and lenses. But again, i have to say in actual usage, the xpro1 command dial the xpro2 has 2 command dials, the xpro1 one is so much nicer, it sits slightly prouder than the xpro2 ones, making it a lot easier to find and an awful lot more easy to press. Fujifilm updates xpro1 and xe1 firmware for lens compatibility.
Upgrade the firmware of the lenses after the firmware of the camera is upgraded. At icelands seljalandsfoss, one of the countless, amazing waterfalls to be found there, the fujifilm xpro1 with 14mm lens was the perfect tool. Simpler 3rdparty versions dont have the electronic contacts, and therefore dont bring up the lens corrections options. Photos taken in san francisco using my fujifilm xpro1 with a prime 35mm lens. If fuji released a fullframe sensor with the same noise characteristics as the sensor on the fuji x pro1, it would be a serious challenge for both nikon and canon dslrs in my opinion. Jun 28, 2012 the xpro1 is much bigger than the sony nex7 from the front, and the optical viewfinder doubtless has a lot to do with it.
Its unashamedly targeted at a highend audience, with analogue control dials and a small set of compact, largeaperture primes available at launch. Mar 12, 2012 the fujifilm x pro1 is fujifilm s first compact system camera and features not only a hybrid optical electronic viewfinder, but also a newly designed 16 megapixel sensor and three new lenses. A few years ago, around the time i was starting to get more interested in photography, a friend gave me a lens which she had 3. We also have rinstax, which is dedicated to our passionate instant film individuals. Page 1 rico pfirstinger mastering the fujifilm xpro1 page 2 this book in no way makes the xpro1 owners manual superfluous, and you should read the manual, because this book picks up where the manual leaves off page 3 this handbook includes personal experiences, tips, and background informationnot only from me, but from other photographers as well. What a joy it was to switch back to the fujifilm x pro1. The xpro1 is much bigger than the sony nex7 from the front, and the optical viewfinder doubtless has a lot to do with it. I love the manual focusing on that thing and now that the x pro1 has focus peaking it makes it a breeze. Dec 04, 2012 the fujifilm xpro1 is the latest digital camera to grace fujis premium xseries range.
If you have read the entire article, you have probably already guessed that i really love this camera. The highspeed processing power and the use of improved algorithms have significantly improved the basic autofocus performance, improving the focusing performance on points of light, lowcontrast objects and subjects with fine and delicate textures such as bird feathers and animal fur, which have previously been the weakness of phase detection af. Fujifilm x pro 1 highlights setting new standards in image resolution fujifilm have developed a new cmos sensor called the xtrans cmos. So, what you will read below is purely my personal opinion about the fujifilm x. Click here to go to fujifilms xpro1 firmware download page.
Following on from the fixedlens x100, the x10 advanced compact and the xs1 superzoom, the xpro1. Fujifilm is helping make the world a better, healthier, and more interesting place. Like the x100, the xpro1 retains the companys excellent hybrid digital and electronic viewfinder. May 17, 2014 the fujifilm x pro1 has been around for a little while now. What a joy it was to switch back to the fujifilm xpro1. Note that under most conditions the camera will focus much faster than this. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Please use your camera and lens with the latest version of firmware. The fuji xpro1 engineers clearly developed a great algorithm that can do magic to the raw files and we can see it from the above comparison. The fuji x pro 1 is a retro styled mirrorless digital camera with unique features and great image quality. Fujifilm xpro 2 mirrorless digital camera, black body only. The lineup will further expand in line with fujifilm s aim that the x series should make you fall in love with photography all over again. The lens of focal length at 35 mm or less can be placed in this leather case with the camera xpro1. I came back with a lot more pictures with the fuji xpro1, because i just did not feel like lugging around with a heavy dslr and two lenses in a camera bag.
I was able to capture these young boys futile attempt to stay dry near the raging torrent. Fujifilms very first mirrorless interchangeablelens camera, the xpro1, was released in march 2012 to much praise from critics and users, and was recently replaced with its successor, the xpro2. Fujifilm xpro 1 16mp digital camera with apsc xtrans. Before that i practiced street photography with a canon eos 6d. So when all is said and done, the xpro1 is a very good camera, with excellent design and image quality, let down by a few small but significant operational bugs and quirks. By downloading firmware, you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of this agreement. Fujifilm xpro1 systemkamera 16 megapixel, 7, 6 cm 3 zoll lcddisplay, hdmi, usb 2. Jun 28, 2012 so when all is said and done, the x pro1 is a very good camera, with excellent design and image quality, let down by a few small but significant operational bugs and quirks. The fuji x pro1 engineers clearly developed a great algorithm that can do magic to the raw files and we can see it from the above comparison. Enhance the xpro1s functionality and beauty with madetomeasure accessories. Fujifilm xpro1 firmware xpro1 camera firmware fujifilm xpro1. Because of this and for no other reason it just misses out on our top award. The fujifilm xpro1 is a mirrorless interchangeablelens digital camera announced in january 2012 and launched in march 2012. Additionally, an illustrated guide about downloading new firmware is available.
Theres not as much instantly available on the xpro1, but its not far behind. Apr 24, 2012 the fujifilm x pro1 is a nice compromise if you cant afford a leica but want to approximate the experience and get some stunning photo quality to boot. It makes taking photos wirelessly very easy and fast to do. To capture it with the xpro1s cdaf, i set the camera to afs and then tracked the horses head with my af frame for 12 seconds while i held the shutterrelease button completely down and waited until the camera locked its focus and exposed the image automatically. Generally speaking, the higher the pixel count an image sensor has, the higher the likelihood of camera shake. Mar 31, 2012 like the x100, the xpro1 retains the companys excellent hybrid digital and electronic viewfinder. The fujifilm subreddit is the spot for fujifilm photographers to share and read up on the latest news, while interacting with the community. How to update the firmware on a fujifilm camera quick. Sebuah video yang menjelaskan tentang fujifilm xpro 1 jika anda mencari informasi tentang sebuah kamera fujifilm xpro 1. So, in this post i explore the settings i use, how i use the camera and explain a little bit more about why i use the camera. May 20, 2015 it is a completely personal point of view. With our awardwinning range of cameras suited to pros and enthusiasts alike, were sure theres a camera in our range that will interest you. It boldly claims to feature a sensor thats equivalent to those found in professional dslrs.