Fujifilm X-S1 Discussions on Fuji X Series Camera Forum - Fujifilm X-Pro1 X-E1 X100S X100 X20 X10 XF1 X-S1

XS1 photos

allypally — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 02:08:31 -0500

Just wanted to post some of the photos I have enjoyed getting with the XS1, it might not be the most popular camera in the X series, but it is a remarkable bit of kit, which I use along with the X100

Gave the XS1 an airing today.

photogirl — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 13:25:21 -0600

My favourite subject, little granddaughter Lucie. Straight from the camera and I'm more than pleased.

Swanning around.

photogirl — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:01:47 -0500

Taken last weekend whilst on a photo meet in the Lake District with some friends off the MyFinePix site.

Flying High!!

photogirl — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 10:20:21 -0500

Flying high over York. Spotted it through the living room window of my flat, so grabbed the XS1 and zoomed in, mainly cos I loved the bright red against the gorgeous blue sky.

Seriously wondering about X-S1 instead of buying the XF55-200 lens

Ramirez — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:24:41 -0500

I have the X-E1 as my X system camera with XF18 and XF18-55 lenses.
Earlier I've thought that I should add the XF55-200 lens to my Fuji X system as soon as it is available, but lately I've been starting to think about the X-S1 instead.

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My conclusions for this new thought:

1. The XF18-55 is all the range I need when I'm shooting inside in low light. Here is when the APS-C X trans sensor is needed mainly for my shooting. I don't really need longer zoom for this.

2. As soon as my upcoming X100s arrives at my "local store", 186 miles away (one way). I'd better buy what I need! (I live on the countryside)

(I could order online but I always trade in my older gear here and they give great credit... It would take longer for me to sell my old stuff from here too...)

So this time when I go to my "local store" I am going to get what I need in one time!

- The gear I'll get is:
Fuji X100s, XF35 lens and probably the X-S1 (as the price now is pretty low on that store for a new one)

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The reasons for getting X-S1 over the XF55-200:

- Wildlife and nature walks!

I've read that the X-S1 can tolerate some moisture and dust in the wild.
And as I will be out walking in daylight I won't need that light sensitive APS-C sensor in the X-E1.

And if there ever will be an XF??-600 something it will cost my lungs and liver...

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This is my newest thought as I need to really organize everything about what I'm going to buy when I am at the store.

The shopping list again: X100s, XF35 and X-S1 (instead of telezoom lens for X-E1)

Need help from you who owns both an X system camera and X-S1!!
Could the X-S1 complement my existing kit as my nature camera in daylight?
What are your experiences of this combination?

Is it hdr..... or is it HDR........?

TheRedLensman — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:05:49 -0600

Thought I'd start a discussion on a subject I spend a lot of time in - which is (H)igh (D)ynamic (R)ange photography.

I've been addicted to this since the tools first came out and I saw some amazing photos of Liverpool shot using this technique.

Now - there's a lot of cameras out there that do the HDR thing.... but I - personally - find that the camera designers know what the term means but just don't know how to implement it properly. I've used it on Canon's and on Sony's..... and then the end result is that I still shoot 'triples' with AE bracketing.... and sort it out later! Because the camera's version is so weak that they might as well not have bothered!

Anyway - what's everyone else's experience of the X-S1's implementation?

I did a quick grab-shot at 1600%... and felt seriously cheated.

However - I shot a bracketed image of the sunset the other night and this is what came out of it - using Photomatix......

It isn't one of those great memorable shots... but it shows what's supposed to happen - and it's, to my eye's, much better than what I'd expect from the built-in hdr...

PS - I wish Fuji would get their act together and give us some real bracketing capability. +/- 1 stop was amazing in the days of slides.... but Canon have been giving us +/- 2 stops for ages... and I'd love to be able to go further - like maybe up to +/- 5 stops. I might use that range once in a blue moon - but if it wasn't there, I'd guarantee that the shots needing it would come thick and fast! Oh - and maybe 5 bracket shots instead of just 3?

Fuji - if you're reading this - pay attention and get your finger out!

So - any comments..... anyone......?

Rebecca.

Coming from APC-C X Trans sensor - what settings for as good as possible IQ for X-S1?

Ramirez — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 23:08:29 -0500

As I am thinking of getting the X-S1, due to its price drop to 399€ (at my local camera store at least), what settings do you X-S1 users use?

My goal if I get the X-S1 would be to use it in the nature during daylight.
I want to achieve as good dynamic range as possible. No need for low light at all as the X-E1 and X100s serves this purpose. The X-S1 would serve as my long range zoom and daylight shooting camera in the "wild".

Settings questions for greatest possible dynamic range and best possible IQ:

- Maybe limit auto ISO to 800 max? I know that this isn't the APS-C X trans!
- Modes for dynamic range?
- Other settings?

I want to try to shoot wildlife and nature stuff.

Autofocus..... when and when not to use it......

TheRedLensman — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 05:26:09 -0600

Ok - I'm being prolific here - with starting discussions....

I got my X-S1 because it had better video than a Sony camcorder and the external mic-socket. I didn't necessarily get it because it's a state-of-the-art camera.

Today - at my sister's wedding - I gave it a work-out and.... I guess 'suprised' is a good way of putting it.

So - autofocus... Starting the video already zoomed in on a subject gave a modicum of hunting around before it locked in.... and starting zoomed out was much better but still wavered in and out of focus once I'd zoomed in a fair bit! I don't remember my other camera's having this issue.... and my Sony DSLR just locks in like a limpet mine and won't let go!

In the restaurant for the reception and party... it was ok for the early part of the event... but once the light outside started going down, the autofocus capability dropped off considerably. Eventually, I had to be carefull with what I was shooting video or still of.... and I spent most of the 2nd half of the evening using manual focus.

Has anyone else has issues with autofocus under extremes of lighting or zoom?

My opinion now is that it's a great replacement for my 3 year old Canon bridge camera.... for daylight and general use... but when the light goes down and the requirements are more 'stringent', I'll be digging out the Sony gear..... and I'm still going to be getting the A57 body.... just not right now though.....

Funny - I'd heard that Fuji's AF system was much improved... but my old F602z was better at the extremes like festivals and gigs.... Is there something I'm missing.... like a firmware upgrade....... or is there a 'magic combination' of settings that suddenly boost the performance of the AF...?

X-s1 intelligent digital zoom

Howitzer — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 17:41:27 -0600

I'm considering an Fuji X-S1 or a Canon SX50 HS. The attractive feature of the canon is the 50x optical zoom compared to the 26x optical zoom on the x-s1. On the other hand, I like the large sensor of the x-s1. I'm interested in knowing more about the Intelligent Digital Zoom on the X-S1. Does it really work, or is it not much different than just cropping the image? With the digital zoom, it's the equivailent of 52x, so it's very similar to the sx50. The question is how is the quality of photos taken with the digital zoom?

Thanks to anyone who has some input for me.

Howie

X-S1, least popular X series camera

FinePixCamera — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 03:44:05 -0600

Why not more X-S1 users here?

Any X-S1 owners also have an X10

RichardCFrost — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 09:47:08 -0600

I'm thinking of buying an X-S1 and wondering if I will still have need of my X10. Anybody got both?

Just wanted to show what the XS-1 can do.

photogirl — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:31:28 -0600

So I've found just a few of my favourites taken since I bought the camera in March. Enjoy.

Fujifilm X-S1 Hands On Previews

Christopher — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 14:40:16 -0600

Tech Radar has a hands-on preview of the upcoming Fujifilm X-S1, check it out. They sound quite pleased with the build quality, it's very sturdy, particularly the metal lens barrel. It's interesting to hear that it's as large as a Canon Rebel body, I was expecting it to be a mini DSLR.

The Fuji Guys with Fujifilm Canada have also posted a hands on preview video for the X-S1

Focus infinity on x-s1

shabin — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 14:50:08 -0500

How to focus to infinity on x-s1?

X-s1 "BULB" mode only 32 sec. ?

Fotobear — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 14:29:08 -0600

Hi, I'm trying to make long exposures photos, but when i'm setting on "bulb" mode, the longest exposure is 32 sec. Is it possible to make longer somehow? at least 2-3 minutes?

People and how the XS-1 and me sees them.

photogirl — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 03:56:54 -0600

The following were taken at a jubilee street party, I was sat down, because I have a back problem, mostly they were completely unaware of me taking their photos. Some I have messed with in photoshop or paint shop pro.

And the next few are not 'posed' as such but the little lad was aware of my taking them.

Thanks for taking the time to look.

Viv

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FinePixCamera — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 23:10:14 -0500

The forum banner has pictures of the X10, X100, and X Pro 1, yet is titled the Fuji X Series forum. Shouldn't the X-S1 be up there too? No wonder X-S1 owners stay away! They feel excluded! :-L

X-S1 vs DSLR Video

TCSJordan — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 02:29:57 -0600

Hey all,

I shot this video with Billy from The Fuji Guys challenging Chris Niccolls from The Camera Store TV to a shoot out. Let me know what you think!

Just got the X-S1

jonah2seven — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 14:58:45 -0500

Just got the X-S1 and the X100 SE. Looking for any best practices with the X-S1, switching over from Nikon DSLR's I know their will be some pain points, but I like the simplicity of the fuji lineup.

XS-1 Now. Fuji is taking over my camera bag

VargBite — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 18:16:43 -0500

As I can't afford an X Pro1 (haven't found a buyer for the wife yet) and I want some options when out on the street, and the Nikon plus lens(es) is too heavy...I picked up a refurbished x-s1 from the Fuji store for 400quid.

have been mighty impressed, if i was a PI this would def be my snooping camera of choice :)

Just wish the lens hood would "snap" in place, does any one else's come off a bit too easily or is it a problem with mine I wonder. It doe's kinda pop into place but a little knock and it "pops" out again. bit of a hassle when putting it in and out of the bag.

EXR sensor plus wide angle gives very pleasing landscapes I will say that

cheers
v