X100t -What a joy to use
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bhop73
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I ordered a T over the weekend. Should be here by the end of the week. I've been using the X100 since 2011 and loving it the whole time. The S wasn't enough to entice me, but the T's wi-fi, rangefinder focus window, higher iso, more reliable focus (over the original), and of course the black paint option made me do it. Can't wait to use it.
marcr1230
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The T also has the ability to charge the battery in camera via USB cable
A nice option that allows for charging 2 batteries at once
A nice option that allows for charging 2 batteries at once
mdwsta4
Matty Westside
Have had my T for the past few weeks and just returned from a 10 day trip to Fiji testing out the camera. My initial thoughts are:
Dials are pretty stiff. Hopefully they'll loosen up a bit with use, but the aperture ring doesn't move as smoothly as I would like (always compare this to my Leica lenses). Manual focus ring doesn't seem to move as quickly from closest to furthest distance either (I know this changes depending on how fast you turn it). Will likely just take time getting used to it, but as others have said in the past, I would have preferred a mechanical focus ring and not focus by wire. Although, oddly enough, the on/off switch keeps going on inside my bag. While I've heard others complain about this for years I've never had it happen with the original x100 or x100s. When going to review images I found all these black screens. At first I thought it was a corrupt card, but it turned out to be my camera being turned on and snapping shots in my bag. I also find the rear scroll wheel (used to be the jog dial) annoying as it is too easily hit and keeps adjusting my settings. May have to invest in a thumb grip to help avoid hitting the wheel by accident.
New EVF is really nice! I've never used it all that often in the past, but testing it and the new mini EVF out I actually forgot I was in live view for a moment! Out on beaches in Fiji I was actually surprised at how often I used the EVF over the OVF. New four way control buttons on the rear have great feedback (unlike the X-T1) and you can use the rear dial at the top to scroll through menus/images quickly just like you used to be able to do with the old control dial. Going to take some time to get used to the new button layout, but I do really like the ability to customize just about everything. This includes a one-press Macro mode which is SO much simpler/easier to use. Multiple customizable buttons and menu are two things, but I really like how you can have 7 custom pre-sets. Only shame is not being able to rename them! Would like to be able to do this on a future firmware upgrade.
Battery meter is accurate!! Well, more accurate at least. No longer do you go from full to empty in a matter of 10 shots. 3 bars, 2 bars, 1 bar, then red. It was a pleasant surprise as I've been accustomed to changing batteries without much notice.
At the end of the day I really only upgraded for one reason; wi-fi. I have an Instax printer and being able to transfer images directly to the printer (rather an an eye-fi card or downloading images to a computer) makes this a no brainer. Same goes for the ability to transfer images directly to my phone for sharing on social media. Being able to use the Fuji app to trigger the shutter is the other reason wi-fi was a big deal to me. This will make things much easier when doing long exposures rather than carrying around a shutter release cable and having to take off (and potentially lose) my soft release. I do hope Fuji updates the app to allow you to trigger Bulb as the 30 second max exposure doesn't make any sense to me.
Other than that, I feel it's a pretty minor upgrade and were it not for the wi-fi I would have likely stuck with the 'S'. The new EVF and rear screen are nice, but not nice enough to justify the 'T' over the 'S'. And for me, personally, I prefer the look over the x100/s. Even though the differences are minor, the new top plate lost all definition (in the grip, around the OVF, dials, mic, etc) and just doesn't look as nice as the older versions to me.
Apparently you could do this with previous gen x100 cameras as well. I've never tried, but others were reporting that it's possible, just wasn't advertised. That said, while it's a nice feature to have, it would be nice if there were ANY sort of indication that the battery was actually charging in-camera or a percentage of charge (think cell phone, laptop, anything else that requires a battery to be charged!).
Dials are pretty stiff. Hopefully they'll loosen up a bit with use, but the aperture ring doesn't move as smoothly as I would like (always compare this to my Leica lenses). Manual focus ring doesn't seem to move as quickly from closest to furthest distance either (I know this changes depending on how fast you turn it). Will likely just take time getting used to it, but as others have said in the past, I would have preferred a mechanical focus ring and not focus by wire. Although, oddly enough, the on/off switch keeps going on inside my bag. While I've heard others complain about this for years I've never had it happen with the original x100 or x100s. When going to review images I found all these black screens. At first I thought it was a corrupt card, but it turned out to be my camera being turned on and snapping shots in my bag. I also find the rear scroll wheel (used to be the jog dial) annoying as it is too easily hit and keeps adjusting my settings. May have to invest in a thumb grip to help avoid hitting the wheel by accident.
New EVF is really nice! I've never used it all that often in the past, but testing it and the new mini EVF out I actually forgot I was in live view for a moment! Out on beaches in Fiji I was actually surprised at how often I used the EVF over the OVF. New four way control buttons on the rear have great feedback (unlike the X-T1) and you can use the rear dial at the top to scroll through menus/images quickly just like you used to be able to do with the old control dial. Going to take some time to get used to the new button layout, but I do really like the ability to customize just about everything. This includes a one-press Macro mode which is SO much simpler/easier to use. Multiple customizable buttons and menu are two things, but I really like how you can have 7 custom pre-sets. Only shame is not being able to rename them! Would like to be able to do this on a future firmware upgrade.
Battery meter is accurate!! Well, more accurate at least. No longer do you go from full to empty in a matter of 10 shots. 3 bars, 2 bars, 1 bar, then red. It was a pleasant surprise as I've been accustomed to changing batteries without much notice.
At the end of the day I really only upgraded for one reason; wi-fi. I have an Instax printer and being able to transfer images directly to the printer (rather an an eye-fi card or downloading images to a computer) makes this a no brainer. Same goes for the ability to transfer images directly to my phone for sharing on social media. Being able to use the Fuji app to trigger the shutter is the other reason wi-fi was a big deal to me. This will make things much easier when doing long exposures rather than carrying around a shutter release cable and having to take off (and potentially lose) my soft release. I do hope Fuji updates the app to allow you to trigger Bulb as the 30 second max exposure doesn't make any sense to me.
Other than that, I feel it's a pretty minor upgrade and were it not for the wi-fi I would have likely stuck with the 'S'. The new EVF and rear screen are nice, but not nice enough to justify the 'T' over the 'S'. And for me, personally, I prefer the look over the x100/s. Even though the differences are minor, the new top plate lost all definition (in the grip, around the OVF, dials, mic, etc) and just doesn't look as nice as the older versions to me.
Apparently you could do this with previous gen x100 cameras as well. I've never tried, but others were reporting that it's possible, just wasn't advertised. That said, while it's a nice feature to have, it would be nice if there were ANY sort of indication that the battery was actually charging in-camera or a percentage of charge (think cell phone, laptop, anything else that requires a battery to be charged!).
danielsterno
making soup from mud
All:
As a x100 user, I am looking for any insight from users that have left the x100 for the X100t. I am generally happy with the x100, EXCEPT would like faster and more accurate AF but at what cost. The Q button seems useful, and improvements of the manual focusing being the manual focusing on the x100 is not usable.
I also have heard complaints about the rendering of the JPEGs in the newer 2nd & 3rd generation Fuji sensors versus the X100 and XPro. I have heard this criticism before. If this is true then the same must apply to the XT-1 as well being it is the same sensor… any thoughts?
As a x100 user, I am looking for any insight from users that have left the x100 for the X100t. I am generally happy with the x100, EXCEPT would like faster and more accurate AF but at what cost. The Q button seems useful, and improvements of the manual focusing being the manual focusing on the x100 is not usable.
I also have heard complaints about the rendering of the JPEGs in the newer 2nd & 3rd generation Fuji sensors versus the X100 and XPro. I have heard this criticism before. If this is true then the same must apply to the XT-1 as well being it is the same sensor… any thoughts?
mdwsta4
Matty Westside
If you want faster AF and better manual performance, either the x100s or x100t would be a good choice. This isn't news so I'm not sure what else would be holding you back.
Regarding cost, that differs for everyone. My definition is different than yours so only you can answer that question.
People discuss smudging and wax skin on all x-trans sensor camera. I, personally, don't really have a problem with any renderings, but I also don't pixel peep any of my digital files. The x100 (and X-A1) are the only x-series bodies without an x-trans sensor.
Regarding cost, that differs for everyone. My definition is different than yours so only you can answer that question.
People discuss smudging and wax skin on all x-trans sensor camera. I, personally, don't really have a problem with any renderings, but I also don't pixel peep any of my digital files. The x100 (and X-A1) are the only x-series bodies without an x-trans sensor.
willie_901
Veteran
Since the XTrans II cameras appeared, there are consistent reports that very high ISO (> 1600) in-camera JPEG renderings. I never use JPEGs so I have no perspective about these claims. The X100T certainly has the XTrans II sensor and it uses the EXR Processor II. I will say I prefer the XTrans II raw files to the XTrans I raw even though the difference is small.
Compared to the X100, both XTrans systems provide increased IQ, especially when light levels drop below ~ EV 7. My X100 displayed weak color banding in shadows above ISO 1600 while the XTrans I and II sensors are much cleaner in similar light.
While the topic of ACR and XTrans rendering continues to be polarized, I find LR 5.X (unlike earlier versions) has no fundamental disadvantage. Others disagree strongly. The LR Fujifilm Camera Profiles make a difference. What is unavoidable is XTrans raw requires different rendering parameters than Bayer raw. These differences are well-documented and simple to apply upon import.
In my view the reason to upgrade to the X100T is the significant improvements in the EVF ysytem. The display quality is better because of the display hardware differences and because of the increased CPU speed. In particular all focusing modes are improved. I suspect many experienced X100 users will develop new focusing methods since the X100T's AF system is quite different. If you prefer MF, then these improvements could be useful.
The XTRans II sensor also has on-sensor phase detection elements. PD AF can be quicker than CD AF. However the PD detection pixels are in the center of the frame so PD AF only works for centered focus objects.
Compared to the X100, both XTrans systems provide increased IQ, especially when light levels drop below ~ EV 7. My X100 displayed weak color banding in shadows above ISO 1600 while the XTrans I and II sensors are much cleaner in similar light.
While the topic of ACR and XTrans rendering continues to be polarized, I find LR 5.X (unlike earlier versions) has no fundamental disadvantage. Others disagree strongly. The LR Fujifilm Camera Profiles make a difference. What is unavoidable is XTrans raw requires different rendering parameters than Bayer raw. These differences are well-documented and simple to apply upon import.
In my view the reason to upgrade to the X100T is the significant improvements in the EVF ysytem. The display quality is better because of the display hardware differences and because of the increased CPU speed. In particular all focusing modes are improved. I suspect many experienced X100 users will develop new focusing methods since the X100T's AF system is quite different. If you prefer MF, then these improvements could be useful.
The XTRans II sensor also has on-sensor phase detection elements. PD AF can be quicker than CD AF. However the PD detection pixels are in the center of the frame so PD AF only works for centered focus objects.
Scheelings
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Is the X100T compatible with 3rd party cases?
C. D. Keth
Newbie
The only thing I don't like about my x100t is the infinitely rotating focus ring. I'd prefer a real focus mechanism that I can zone focus with the camera still hanging on my front.
Richard G
Veteran
I held one today. The aperture dial has more heft, and the f numbers more visible. I was comparing black to my silver though. I was sure the camera was much heavier than my X100. The constriction seemed a bit sturdier. Ken Rockwell's review suggests it is the best camera in the world. Having loved everything about the X100 I don't disagree with him.
dogberryjr
[Pithy phrase]
I would dearly love an X100T. Too bad nothing seems to be moving in the classifieds here lately.
Bingley
Veteran
Bumping this thread to say thanks to the contributors for sharing their experiences. With the X100F out, the price of a new X100T finally dropped and I ordered one over the weekend (call me a late adopter). I've really liked the X70, so I'm looking forward to the X100T. I've been generally happy w/ my m4/3 cameras, but there's something about the image quality from the Fuji X100 series that I find attractive and haven't been able to replicate on my Oly E-P5.
bobvS
barry hamlin
Viewfinder options on Fuji X100 F
Viewfinder options on Fuji X100 F
i am frustrated by choosing a black & white film option in my X100 and then having the "VIEWFINDER only" option change to B&W as well. Does anyone know of a way to turn that off?
bob
Viewfinder options on Fuji X100 F
i am frustrated by choosing a black & white film option in my X100 and then having the "VIEWFINDER only" option change to B&W as well. Does anyone know of a way to turn that off?
bob
Chubberino
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Shut off black and white and process after the fact.
Dogman
Veteran
Or use the OVF instead of the EVF.
willie_901
Veteran
What Chubberino and Dogman said.
An even less convenient method would be to use raw files and then apply the desired B&W preset in-camera. Then you could export the B&W JPEGs and delete the raw files. This would involve fiddling with the menu system.
I never use in-camera JPEGs, so I don't know if this can be done to a group of selected raw files in batch mode. Also, I think the initial in-camera previews would use the same color preset as the finder EVF live view. Unfortunately, in-camera JPEG previews from raw files are low res to save space. If you shot in raw +JPEG you might be able to view a hi-res color JPEG in-camera.
An even less convenient method would be to use raw files and then apply the desired B&W preset in-camera. Then you could export the B&W JPEGs and delete the raw files. This would involve fiddling with the menu system.
I never use in-camera JPEGs, so I don't know if this can be done to a group of selected raw files in batch mode. Also, I think the initial in-camera previews would use the same color preset as the finder EVF live view. Unfortunately, in-camera JPEG previews from raw files are low res to save space. If you shot in raw +JPEG you might be able to view a hi-res color JPEG in-camera.
JoeLopez
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I've had a silver x100 since April this year, finally pulled the trigger on a mint used black X100T, should be here by tomorrow. I'm really looking forward to the new toy.
Who's using third party black half cases on their X100T? I'm looking for something with a tripod mount and red stitching.
Who's using third party black half cases on their X100T? I'm looking for something with a tripod mount and red stitching.
Bingley
Veteran
Regarding my post above, I bought a new X100T, tried it out, and am selling it (see my ad in Classifieds). Without a doubt, it has great image quality, but I prefer the handling on my Olympus Pen F, as well as the ability to change lenses. Different strokes...
Jamie Pillers
Skeptic
Steve, how would you rate/compare the viewfinders on the two cameras? Either better?
Jamie
Bingley
Veteran
Hi Jamie,
With the X100T, you can choose between an EVF and an optical VF. With the Olympus Pen F, it's EVF only. On the whole, I liked the optical VF on the X100T, but if you're manual focusing AND you want to use focus peaking you'll need to switch to EVF. As between the two EVFs, I prefer the Pen F to the X100T (I find the EVF on the Pen F to be a little brighter), but that's a personal preference.
I would add that the Pen F's back LCD display can be articulated, or flipped around so that it's not displayed at all (discourages chimping). The X100T's back display is fixed, but the camera allows you to turn the LCD display off or have it turn off when you raise the VF to your eye.
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