How to Take Good Photos With Fujifilm (and Avoid Bad Photos)

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  • @TriggerTravels
    @TriggerTravels 11 місяців тому +229

    This has to be one of the best YT channels for Fuji and cameras in general. This guy is providing information I don't see any other channel offer, and I've watched a ton of them. On top of that he's also very entertaining.

    • @chriscard6544
      @chriscard6544 10 місяців тому +3

      I agree

    • @inquisitvem6723
      @inquisitvem6723 10 місяців тому +3

      No doubt!

    • @dontbreaktheshadowofmylove
      @dontbreaktheshadowofmylove 9 місяців тому +4

      I think you're absolutely right and his energy is absolutely unmatched

    • @AnthonySmith-sc4zs
      @AnthonySmith-sc4zs 9 місяців тому +2

      100%

    • @hanishreddy5985
      @hanishreddy5985 8 місяців тому +3

      Not to mention how wholesome and genuine he seems. His energy inadvertently cheers me up every time I watch a video regardless of the content.

  • @Exercises10
    @Exercises10 11 місяців тому +65

    I don't know how you keep up your enthusiasm, Chris, after all these years but this video was great!

    • @BestToWonder
      @BestToWonder 3 місяці тому +2

      @@Exercises10 he uses fuji, that's how, every fuji user I see contain great energy & enthusiasm

  • @traceybartlam7737
    @traceybartlam7737 10 місяців тому +23

    Chris and this channel is the reason I went back to the shop and re-bought a Fuji I had returned because I thought it was confusing! I now can’t imagine using anything other than a Fuji and have tried many camera brands. I finally found my camera brand and my love of photography has increased so much. Thank you

  • @giana54
    @giana54 3 дні тому

    Chris, I'm only watching this video today, January 10, 2025. It's brilliant, sparkling, pleasant, instructive ... I couldn't have asked for better. Please keep doing this job, this encourages me not only to be a better photographer, but also to be a better person! Greetings from Switzerland!

  • @deanfaccini
    @deanfaccini 6 місяців тому +5

    I have so much appreciation for this video. Having used Fujifilm for about 18 months, I found many tips and ideas here that were either new to me or ones I had forgotten. The Pal2Tech videos are not only highly informative but also very entertaining. This channel is my go-to resource for all things Fujifilm. Keep up the excellent work!

  • @fer557
    @fer557 10 місяців тому +5

    I haven’t had a camera in 10+ years. Just ordered an x100vi. Very useful.

  • @GoodonSwitch
    @GoodonSwitch 11 місяців тому +10

    I also recommend turning down noise reduction to the lowest because the noise in Fuji cameras looks much better than the muddy noise reduction. Sometimes even ISO 12.800 can look very good with the noise, just like an analoge photo.

    • @dbean5174
      @dbean5174 4 місяці тому +1

      True. You can always add more noise reduction post process if need be

  • @国立中央大学汪老师
    @国立中央大学汪老师 18 днів тому

    You are actually the BEST youtuber of Fuji cameras on the earth without any doubt.

  • @swlk
    @swlk 9 місяців тому +1

    Long-time subscriber, first-time commentor. Just wanted to say this was incredibly well communicated and captivating. Been shooting over 15 years but have been a part of the fuji ecosystem merely 3 years -- there are quite a few nuances in the fuji settings and I found the information you gave to be really useful. Thank you!

  • @pithaupert
    @pithaupert 11 місяців тому +6

    Your videos have such a nice and nuanced flow to them that's invaluable to beginners and more experienced photographers. I'm a rather experienced photographer and still learned something today, thank you for that!

  • @Mgtowfreedom
    @Mgtowfreedom 10 місяців тому +1

    summing up the first two minutes as one brilliant UA-camr put it, photography is the marriage of technology and creativity

  • @AmeliaHeldt
    @AmeliaHeldt 7 місяців тому +3

    I really enjoyed that you came back to that image, I was so intrigued. And - exactl to your point - me as a viewer didn't even notice your perceived "technical/artistic" issues with the photo, I was utterly captured by the story in it.

  • @japrtorres
    @japrtorres 9 місяців тому +3

    Love the final message! 🎉🎉🎉

  • @mogulmotivation4043
    @mogulmotivation4043 4 місяці тому

    listen... i have been shooting with fuji for 5+ years and ive been through a ton of Pal2tech videos over the years and i STILL FIND MYSELF COMING BACK AND LEARNING NEW THINGS focus point size is literally probably why my photos in recent weeks havent been as sharp as i want them and its such a simple fix. im genuinely mad at myself for not knowing this or thinking i know it all this whole time.
    never stop learning ladies and gentlemen!

    • @pal2tech
      @pal2tech  4 місяці тому

      Thank you so much! 🙏

  • @notyah2411
    @notyah2411 3 місяці тому

    Hi There,
    I’ve just updated from my Nikon D90 which I’ve had for a while. After a lot of research and with a budget in mind I purchased a Fujifilm XT-2 in beautiful condition with a shutter count of 5000. I also purchased a Sigma 56mm 1.4 lens. At nearly 70 I’m looking forward to many years of taking pictures with it. You’re my number one stop to go to for information and help. Thankyou for your amazing tutorials.
    Regards Peter.
    Regards Peter

  • @simonshusse
    @simonshusse 6 місяців тому

    I just bought the X-T50 and for sure, this guy will be the one guiding me into the world of Fujifilm photography.

  • @tobi_ki
    @tobi_ki 11 місяців тому +3

    So much information in 20 minutes. Thank you so much.

  • @DONK0
    @DONK0 11 місяців тому +5

    Happy Friday! pal2tec with another banger.

  • @tcarlson06
    @tcarlson06 6 місяців тому

    Newer Fuji xt5 shooter and I’ve been watching your videos and the tips and tricks have helped me immensely. I appreciate your channel!

  • @robertsirota7211
    @robertsirota7211 10 місяців тому

    Great video. NB: I have experimented a lot with SAINT ISO--works great but be aware that since you are essentially in manual exposure mode, if you are shooting where "preview exposure in manual mode" is off (which is often, particularly when shooting flash), if you exceed iso capabilities at either end, the shots will be over or underexposed but not look that way in the view finder. You can tell in advance because the exposure meter in the VF will show + or - values. This was truly confusing until I realized what was going on. My advice is to make sure that, when SAINT ISO is used, "preview exposure in manual mode" is "on"...or watch the exposure meter carefully in the VF.
    Thanks again for all of the great videos, Chris.

  • @DHD_interior
    @DHD_interior 3 місяці тому

    Just bought my first Fujifilm camera, and i watch all your video. Thanks for the guidance!

  • @1111undici1111
    @1111undici1111 7 місяців тому

    This guy is very valuable instructor! Makes me want to take more photos with my Fuji cameras and learn the system really well. Well done!

  • @giorgospentezidis2071
    @giorgospentezidis2071 8 місяців тому

    I am so happy that I recently got the XS20 and discovered your channel. There is plenty of useful information, but mostly I appreciate your mood and passion. Thank you

  • @Hiamfrommars
    @Hiamfrommars 2 місяці тому +1

    Amazing!!! you have help me out so much !!! Thank you

  • @wesamhamdi82
    @wesamhamdi82 10 місяців тому

    I bought my 1st dslr camera in 2016 and still find my photos awful ! you can't imagine how I really enjoy watching your videos as you make photography as simple as a piece of cake .. however I hope you can explain more on artistically bad photos and how can we fix it .. Thanks so much

  • @timberthewolf733
    @timberthewolf733 5 місяців тому

    Ok that was really good, never had anyone explain it this well, as someone new to Fuji cameras, thank you!

  • @theblackmanarmedwithacamera
    @theblackmanarmedwithacamera 13 днів тому

    TOO MUCH GRAIN ON MY PART IS MOST CERTAINLY ON PURPOSE -IT ADDS TO THE "LOOK" I'M AFTER! WITH THAT SAID THO...I DO UNDERSTAND HOW TO MAKE A GOOD EXPOSURE WITH NO NOISE!
    GREAT VIDEO WITH LOTS OF GREAT INFO!!!💯👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @sstokoe2301
    @sstokoe2301 7 місяців тому

    You are awesome…..I have learned so much from watching your videos. Switching from Canon to Fuji has been amazing with lots of help from you!

  • @wonglipeng7172
    @wonglipeng7172 6 місяців тому

    Just discovered this channel and I absolutely love your videos! They are both educational, informative and engaging at the same time! I will be recommending your channel to my friends who are new to photography

  • @kingofetiquette1652
    @kingofetiquette1652 7 місяців тому

    I love the Hal in the background. Thank you so much for making these videos. I've only just got a Fujifilm camera and you're teaching me how to use it

  • @Michellee7029
    @Michellee7029 7 місяців тому

    You are the Bob Ross of Fuji and cameras. Thank you for the helpful and inspiring videos!😊

  • @henryhemming1494
    @henryhemming1494 10 місяців тому

    Amazing training. Your techniques for keeping your viewers' attention are superb. Thanks.

  • @dramaticexodus4957
    @dramaticexodus4957 10 місяців тому +4

    Hello from Russia and thanks for your work. Helps a lot)

  • @robertgrenader858
    @robertgrenader858 11 місяців тому

    Dude, you pack a lot of very useful information into your videos.

  • @JackieDElia
    @JackieDElia 11 місяців тому +3

    So many helpful tips in this video. Thank you, Chris!

  • @dennisjones5579
    @dennisjones5579 11 місяців тому

    Well done Chris. I've been shooting with Nikon for years, however I have a x100v, so reviewing the different nuances of the Fuji system was well timed for me. Thank you so much.

  • @johnmcgovern8204
    @johnmcgovern8204 10 місяців тому

    Great video. I'll be watching it several times to make sure I take in all the great info.

  • @nancymckaywww.silkroadwand4264
    @nancymckaywww.silkroadwand4264 11 місяців тому

    Excellent-thanks for the technical reminders I hadn’t considered (example-photometry)

  • @pauliusdanielius1665
    @pauliusdanielius1665 9 місяців тому

    Awesome tips, thank you very much! I've got Fujifilm camera recently and I'm learning to improve my skills. Your videos are really interesting and useful. And they convey a very uplifting mood also 🙃.

  • @rocksandoil2241
    @rocksandoil2241 11 місяців тому

    Switching from Pentax to Fujifilm was and is still, a challenge but it is what makes photography so much good fun.

  • @Mortenthorpe-DK
    @Mortenthorpe-DK 6 місяців тому

    Shutter speeds for freezing motion, sone examples: portrait - 1/90 second, waling subject: 1/160, running: 1/320, car driving at normal speed: 1/512, water droplet:1/1200, bird in flight: 1/1600 and faster depending on species and distance to bird

  • @CatherineLanduyt
    @CatherineLanduyt 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for your informative, enthusiastic and entertaining videos! Great video indeed!

  • @jakedooom
    @jakedooom 11 місяців тому

    Brilliant! This is great for beginners, and a good affirmation for more experienced photographers. I use Olympus, and sometimes Fuji, but this inspires me more towards my Fuji XT4, which I need to use more (and need to get a couple more lenses for).

  • @f1remandg
    @f1remandg 10 місяців тому

    Prefix! This was a comment I left on another channel, but I think relevant for a video! Explain how DF! This was on your Brk focus stacking lens! I also have to comment on the latter part of video, when you start to adjust the aperture, the old rule of thumb, is that the smaller the aperture f32 f22 the greater the depth of Field, however this dos depend on the Lens size, so wide lens the sweet spot will be different as will the softness at the edges, I remember 50 plus years ago learning* how to photograph a wild animal at the zoo using depth of field to remove the bars and mesh of the wires as it made them disappear, something that I have seen on any UA-cam and is very effective if you get the right pose!

  • @StoicJason
    @StoicJason 11 місяців тому

    Chris is the Fuji master. Great video! (from a Canon guy that plays with Fuji on the weekends)

  • @merlebecker8417
    @merlebecker8417 11 місяців тому

    Thanks Chris - have not been able to touch my camera in a while and this one is GREAT to keep me up to speed TKS

  • @nickysoundsgood9664
    @nickysoundsgood9664 6 місяців тому

    Wow, english is not my native language. I really like how you explain all your topics. I am a new member of your channel. Thanks a lot. Nicolas, Quebec city Canada.

  • @brandonprescott5753
    @brandonprescott5753 11 місяців тому

    Chris your are a goldmine of tips and information. Thank you for the hard work in preparing and sharing your videos with us . 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @sirisiriphanthong
    @sirisiriphanthong 5 місяців тому

    Wasn’t expecting a new order intro song but love it!

    • @pal2tech
      @pal2tech  5 місяців тому

      Thanks. I actually delayed the video and republished so it would include it. I’m picky that way, lol.

  • @zoltanpuskas4722
    @zoltanpuskas4722 11 місяців тому

    It's always good to have a review! Thanks.

  • @jasonwines
    @jasonwines 11 місяців тому

    Thanks Chris! Saint ISO, nice. I've been shooting this way since I found your video 1.5 years ago but, missed to let it run all the way up to 128000, Im set 6400. In any case this style did just what you say. Increased my keepers. Just removing ISO helps master the other settings.

  • @sam_lxxxiv
    @sam_lxxxiv 11 місяців тому

    Please never stop making videos you are awesome

  • @gemaguire
    @gemaguire 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for this video. I wish I had seen this when I first got my Fuji Xt-3

  • @marklaurendet1861
    @marklaurendet1861 11 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the interesting discussion.
    If you get the chance could you give a quick long term review of the premium X-T5 cage you have. Wondering if you managed to get that fancy shutter button extra working correctly, and does the cage finish and leather handle last with ware?
    I am still thinking about one of these if they are still available, but was originally put off by some peoples negative comments

  • @dominichiatt7640
    @dominichiatt7640 7 місяців тому

    Love your videos. So helpful (and a laugh). Chapeau.

  • @effiecat4702
    @effiecat4702 8 місяців тому

    as always thank you pal2tech

  • @jimcarlin4586
    @jimcarlin4586 11 місяців тому +1

    Good info. Does this apply to the GFX 100 system?

  • @VidaconAlejandra
    @VidaconAlejandra 10 місяців тому

    Hi I just found your channel , and I’m grateful I did ! Your videos are amazing

  • @jancurtis7827
    @jancurtis7827 11 місяців тому +1

    Good one ! Excellent review of function and outcome.

  • @tomaswahrmann6441
    @tomaswahrmann6441 11 місяців тому

    Excellent video. Thank you Chris. Keep it up!!!

  • @Ndpurc
    @Ndpurc 11 місяців тому

    Excellent info, Chris, as per usual, always something to learn about my Fuji, cheers 🥂

  • @wang780613
    @wang780613 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing these tips. I like the part of artistic vision. Sometimes I just want to take pic of beautiful view during sightseeing rather than focus on one object. Could you share how to take a nice pic when you are during sightseen? Thanks.

  • @osvaldosobrinho5018
    @osvaldosobrinho5018 5 місяців тому

    Love this channel !

  • @oknigah
    @oknigah 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for the video! Even though I have watched almost all of your videos I still found interesting and useful information!
    Also curious about the story from the Baikal! My relatives live there :)

  • @mycorrhizae111
    @mycorrhizae111 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for another great video with clear advice .

  • @annjeanne3256
    @annjeanne3256 9 місяців тому

    Merci ! Thank you ! Tout est très clair ! Everything you said is very clear Thanks a lot 😀🙏

  • @DanielEg95
    @DanielEg95 11 місяців тому

    A small hint: try using a tripot when you can. IBIS is good but in my experience with Fuij, you will always get a slightly lower sharpness with IBIS on. And of course, switch it off when using a tripod.

  • @ldenglish316
    @ldenglish316 11 місяців тому

    Brilliant, Practial and Wise!

  • @militarymodellerpaul5932
    @militarymodellerpaul5932 9 місяців тому

    Hi' I have the XT5 do you need to switch of the camera stabilising on a tripod, like you do on a lens? thank you

  • @des7638
    @des7638 8 місяців тому

    i love your channel. so helpful. thank you so much.

  • @matthewparriott
    @matthewparriott 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for the video, Chris. Appreciate all that you do.

  • @adalbertomangini3935
    @adalbertomangini3935 8 місяців тому

    Great explanation. Thanks!

  • @Dmitriy.0
    @Dmitriy.0 11 місяців тому +1

    I was pulling (what remains of) my hair out trying to get the Auto ISO to work on my X-T3 and it just wouldn't work even though I had the ISO dial on A. Apparently if you have either front or rear command dials set to ISO control, you need to scroll them all the way up before they turn to "ISO Auto 1".

  • @nasrulacown6066
    @nasrulacown6066 10 місяців тому

    I know its random but have you try the new Sirui Sniper lenses for Fujifilm? Would love to see how they performed against the viltrox😃. Great content as always Chris👍👍

  • @JasonLawrenceNoel
    @JasonLawrenceNoel 9 місяців тому +4

    Thank you love the last part ❤

  • @limakilo1331
    @limakilo1331 7 місяців тому

    Great tips, thank you!

  • @mrskarshsphotos
    @mrskarshsphotos 4 місяці тому

    Thanks, Chris. You are the guru of Fujifilm! I love your videos and they keep me inspired. However, I am falling out of love with Fuji. Since my upgrade from XT3 to XT5, I have had endless issues which I can’t seem to solve. Yes, I keep up with the firmware. Sometimes my pictures have artefacts and the focus is soft throughout. I didn’t have the issues with the XT3. I have asked various people at Fuji and they have suggested everything from changing the compression to the IBIS to NR. These issues only happen some of the time and it is hugely frustrating. I know the focus is an issue but I don’t want to give up. I have used Fuji since the XT10 but I am running out of patience. Any suggestions?

  • @Kit7yslum
    @Kit7yslum Місяць тому

    Hey, could you tell me if there is anyway (Im on the Fuji XT4) to set custom settings to the in MF/AF so that when I switch from Single (AF) to Continuous (AF) the settings that you have recommended switch also instead of having to manually change the likes of the AF mode and the focus area size each time I move from single to continuous? tia

  • @ThereelOfficial
    @ThereelOfficial 11 місяців тому +1

    I have a fujifilm finepix HS30EXR and I take these techniques to heart. Even with a bridge camera, I can make 16 megapixel images better than some 100 megapixel pictures

    • @inquisitvem6723
      @inquisitvem6723 10 місяців тому +1

      What is a bridge camera?

    • @ThereelOfficial
      @ThereelOfficial 10 місяців тому

      @@inquisitvem6723 Bridge cameras are cameras that fill the niche between relatively simple point-and-shoot cameras and interchangeable-lens cameras such as mirrorless cameras and single-lens reflex cameras (SLRs). They are often comparable in size and weight to the smallest digital SLRs (DSLR), but lack interchangeable lenses, and almost all digital bridge cameras lack an optical viewfinder system. The phrase "bridge camera" has been in use at least since the 1980s, and continues to be used with digital cameras. The term was originally used to refer to film cameras which "bridged the gap" between point-and-shoot cameras and SLRs.

    • @ThereelOfficial
      @ThereelOfficial 10 місяців тому

      ​@@inquisitvem6723 A bridge camera is a camera that fills the niche between relatively simple point-and-shoot cameras and interchangeable-lens cameras such as mirrorless cameras and single-lens reflex cameras (SLRs). They are often comparable in size and weight to the smallest digital SLRs (DSLRs) but lack interchangeable lenses, and almost all digital bridge cameras lack an optical viewfinder system. The phrase "bridge camera" has been in use at least since the 1980s, and continues to be used with digital cameras. The term was originally used to refer to film cameras which "bridged the gap" between point-and-shoot cameras and SLRs.

    • @bobmayphotography
      @bobmayphotography 9 місяців тому +1

      Bridge camera are those that are a bridge between compact cameras and cameras with changeable lenses. Fujifilm and Panasonic / Lumiix do some great ones with zoom lenses.They tend to have smaller sensors than mirrorless or DSLRs.

    • @ThereelOfficial
      @ThereelOfficial 9 місяців тому

      @@bobmayphotography mine is a 6.4 x 4.8mm sensor

  • @LeslieBigos
    @LeslieBigos 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for continuing to inspire.

  • @SandaMaksla
    @SandaMaksla 9 місяців тому

    I have recently switched from Sony to Fuji. Excellent camera, I have X-S20. I just can't find anywhere how to use C1,C2... and recipes, you can turn off automode. I want full control like M mode, but in custom settings I can't...

  • @mgrguric83
    @mgrguric83 11 місяців тому

    Chris, thank you for great video. Is it somehow possible to, when face detection is on, to have manual exposure and only to focus on the face? I dont like how camera exposes when eye detection is on.

  • @johnnyway8667
    @johnnyway8667 10 місяців тому

    Would you recommend using eye/face AF for weddings and portraits? The downside is that photometry settings are not available and sometimes the exposure is too bright in certain areas of the image, especially the sky, so I'm wondering if there is a solution.

  • @Tbonyandsteak
    @Tbonyandsteak 5 місяців тому

    Shoting still subject handheld, go the other way, go with slow shutter you can, to the very limit. To give it as much exposure you can. But shoot more photos. Many of them will be bad, but those that nailed it, will be amazing.

  • @pgknighton
    @pgknighton 11 місяців тому

    Hi Chris. Another great informative video. Going back through your older videos I was unable to find one on the X100V or any of the X Pro series. If you have any could you please send me a link. Desperate to hear your thoughts and guidance for these Fuji cameras. Best regards Paul

  • @rosiesnextpage
    @rosiesnextpage 9 місяців тому

    I love this channel and the St. ISO advice, but, after following the settings advice, my XT3 isn't showing what ISO the camera is choosing in the viewfinder when half pressing the shutter. It shows and remains showing 3200..all the time. A setting I've inadvertently set? I also see my XT3 has no option for photometry in the camera settings to choose center weighted etc. Any advice?

  • @davidpatient5089
    @davidpatient5089 9 місяців тому

    Awesome video. Thank you 🙏

  • @barrywolpin5800
    @barrywolpin5800 11 місяців тому

    Very helpful. Please keep them coming.+

  • @mikhailaronov4084
    @mikhailaronov4084 9 місяців тому

    Chris I new in Fudjii world
    Can use XT5 setting as you presented to XS20 camera
    Or they doesn’t work with XS20

  • @Togglefree
    @Togglefree 10 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for the info. Great video!! George E-X3

  • @lial1981
    @lial1981 10 місяців тому

    Greetings from Russia, Chris! My wife from the Irkutsk ;) And I had this bike too around that time )))

  • @Сергей-х7ш2м
    @Сергей-х7ш2м 10 місяців тому +1

    Best wishes from Moscow! ❤

  • @kennethnielsen3864
    @kennethnielsen3864 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing a super informative video.

  • @Areofoto
    @Areofoto 8 місяців тому

    Fantastic video. A+++

  • @boblab8097
    @boblab8097 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for the pro tip on the auto WB potential gotcha.

  • @hansbarbarossa4613
    @hansbarbarossa4613 11 місяців тому

    Wow, Great soundtrack with New Order, Pretenders ..) thanks

  • @stevefield9967
    @stevefield9967 11 місяців тому

    Any practical suggestion for an Affinity Photo user on how to tether fuji cameras now that Capture One Express has gone?

  • @tcman2008
    @tcman2008 10 місяців тому

    excellent video, thank you so much

  • @jjd139
    @jjd139 6 місяців тому

    Great video

  • @KevinSingson-m2w
    @KevinSingson-m2w 7 місяців тому

    Hi Sir, beginner photog here using fuji xt2, i always get blurry photos when shooting groups of people, sometimes the one in the middle is only in focus, others are not, can you give some advice on this? for optimal focus settings.. thanks