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Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« on: February 14, 2014, 08:19:07 am »

Alain,

A very thorough review. This bit though, is incorrect:

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I also like the fact that I can see the histogram in the EVF. Unfortunately this option is not available in the optical viewfinder. I wish it was because when shooting it forces me to alternate between optical and EVF just to see the histogram.

You can in fact display the histogram, and all sorts of other goodies, in the OVF. It's very useful. Have a peak at the manual.

Stephen
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Re: Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« Reply #1 on: February 14, 2014, 02:21:08 pm »

Thank you Stephen.  I added an update to reflect this in my review.  The process is not as simple as it seems!  I listed all the necessary steps in the review.

I also added an update for a power plug adapter to replace the cord that comes with the Fuji battery charger.  

Thank you to all who emailed me to let me know about these options.

Best regards,

Alain
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Another error in X100s review: the name is Fujifilm!
« Reply #2 on: February 14, 2014, 08:25:44 pm »

The brand name is Fujifilm, as can be seen clearly in photos of the camera. "Fuji" is a brand of bicycles, along with being part of the name of numerous other Japanese companies.
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Re: Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« Reply #3 on: February 14, 2014, 08:47:16 pm »

Hi BJL,

I am using Fuji instead of Fujifilm because this is how I refer to this camera.  I say 'the Fuji X100s' and not 'the Fujifilm X100s'.  The photographers I spoke with about this camera all use the same terminology.  My goal is to use the language photographers use.  This is not an error but a deliberate choice.  As you say, I see 'Fujifilm' written on top of the camera each time I pick it up so it is hard to miss.
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Alain
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Re: Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« Reply #4 on: February 15, 2014, 11:15:45 am »

I'm struggling to see how using the Apple battery connector is a better solution than using a short cord.
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Re: Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« Reply #5 on: February 15, 2014, 11:36:50 am »

It saves space in your battery chargers bag.  The Fuji cord is not short.  it's 5 feet long.
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Re: Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« Reply #6 on: February 15, 2014, 11:59:32 am »

Very useful review I quite enjoyed reading that somewhat different from the normal take and all the better for it.
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Re: Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« Reply #7 on: February 15, 2014, 12:51:04 pm »

It saves space in your battery chargers bag.  The Fuji cord is not shot.  it's 5 feet long.

I use one which is sort - 6 inches or so. It saves space and avoid conflicts when using a power strip.
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X100s review: "Fuji" as slang for "Fujifilm"
« Reply #8 on: February 15, 2014, 02:12:44 pm »

I am using Fuji instead of Fujifilm because this is how I refer to this camera.  ... The photographers I spoke with about this camera all use the same terminology.  My goal is to use the language photographers use.
I agree that it is a very common error, perhaps worthy of being considered a nickname, and not likely to cause much confusion. Then again, I dount that saying or typing "Fujifilm" would cause any confusion, and my style is to be more precise in written (especially published) communication that in normal speech.

I was mostly commenting in the spirit of these forums of seeking perfection in all things!


P. S. It would seem to be past time for the company to change its name, but I understand it still makes lots of money selling transparent plastic films, without photographic emulsions on them.
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Re: X100s review: "Fuji" as slang for "Fujifilm"
« Reply #9 on: February 15, 2014, 05:02:14 pm »

I was mostly commenting in the spirit of these forums of seeking perfection in all things!

Do not seek perfection. You'll never reach it. Salvador Dali.
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Re: Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« Reply #10 on: February 16, 2014, 02:26:03 am »

A  good read Alain. Thank you.
The "posterization" problem is a strange one. I am making two foot wide prints from an X-Trans sensor and can't see anything wrong with the detail.
One thing though, I wouldn't use Lightroom for the initial raw conversion. Have you tried putting those files through a trial version of Irident or PhotoNinja?
I'm also finding the way I handle the processing from this sensor to be fairly different and haven't really gotten on top of it yet. Images can take a lot more sharpening for print without coming apart, but my colour adjustments have to be toned right down to achieve the same look that I used to get from Canon.
Cheers, David
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Re: Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« Reply #11 on: February 16, 2014, 11:09:42 am »

Hi David,

Thank you.  Yes, trying other converters is my next step.  I had many readers email me to let me know that the 'painterly look' issue is due to using Lightroom and that it is alleviated when using Capture One 7 or Iridient.  I'll be trying Iridient and C1-7 with photographs taken yesterday at the Fountain Hills Concours (car show).  I'll post an update to my review when I am done. I'll also reprocess the same clouds example photo featured in my review with both developers and post the results as an update.

Alain
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Re: Error in X100s review: histogram on OVF
« Reply #12 on: February 16, 2014, 01:43:52 pm »

Raw converters update posted.
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