The Fujifilm X-T5 : 134 X-Pert Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Camera / Rico Pfirstinger.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Pfirstinger, Rico, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Fujifilm digital cameras--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Fujifilm digital cameras.

Photography--Digital techniques.

Photography.

Image processing--Digital techniques.

Image processing.

Genre:

Handbooks and manuals.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (291 pages)

Edition:

1st edition.

Place of Publication:

San Rafael, CA : Rocky Nook Inc., [2023]

Summary:

"Learn all you need to master your Fuji X-T5 camera! In this book, popular Fuji X Secrets author, FUJILOVE Gear Talk contributor, and ""X-Pert Corner"" columnist Rico Pfirstinger teaches you about the photographic capabilities of the Fujifilm X-T5 --including hidden features and smart procedures that he's discovered through months of in-depth research and experimentation with the camera. After a brief overview of the camera's basic functions, Rico cuts to the chase and provides a plethora of tips and practical insights that go way beyond the user's manual. The book helps you take your photography with the X-T5 to the next level. With the knowledge you'll gain, you'll have everything you need to take great photographs . The Fujifilm X-series cameras have amazing features (such as ISO-less sensors for increased dynamic range) but may require some assistance to unlock their full potential--even for experienced photographers who have been lifetime shooters. From optimizing the exposure to mastering the AI-powered autofocus system, this invaluable guide will help you make the most out of your camera and achieve unparalleled results. Topics covered include: • Menu shortcuts • Long exposures • Firmware upgrades • Hybrid autofocus system • Auto and manual focusing • Face detection • ISOless sensor • Dynamic Range expansion • Film simulations • Custom settings • RAW conversion • Self-timer • Flash • Adapted lenses • And much more...".

Contents:

Intro

About the Author

Title Page

Copyright

Table of Contents

1. Your X-T5 System

1.1. The Basics (1): Things you Should know About your Camera

Tip 1: RTFM! Read the Fuji Manual!

Tip 2: Spare batteries and third-party knockoffs

Tip 3: Battery chargers and power banks

Tip 4: Where to find the latest firmware

Tip 5: Updating your firmware

Tip 6: Wireless firmware updates using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

Tip 7: Which memory cards to use

Tip 8: Working with dual card slots

Tip 9: Resetting the frame counter and assigning a new image starting number

Tip 10: Use Boost mode!

Tip 11: Keeping the camera sensor clean

Tip 12: Do-it-yourself sensor cleaning

Tip 13: Pixel mapping

1.2. The Basics (2): Things you Should know About your Lenses

Tip 14: Decoding XF18-135mmF3.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR

Tip 15: OIS and IBIS

Tip 16: How the XF23mmF1.4 R, XF16mmF1.4 R WR, and XF14mmF2.8 R differ

Tip 17: Using the Lens Modulation Optimizer (LMO)

Tip 18: Things you should know about digital lens corrections

Tip 19: Analog and digital teleconverters

Tip 20: Use the included lens hood!

Tip 21: Lens protection filters-yes or no?

Tip 22: 39 mm filters can be tricky!

Tip 23: Switch off the camera when changing lenses!

Tip 24: Confusion about lens support for 40 megapixels

1.3. The Basics (3): Useful Accessories

Tip 25: Optional handgrips

Tip 26: Remote shutter release options

2. Using the Fujifilm X-T5

2.1. Ready, Set, Go!

Tip 27: Recommended default settings for your X-T5

Tip 28: Avoiding the camera menus: practical shortcuts for your X-T5

Tip 29: Suggested Fn button assignment

Tip 30: Recommended My Menu and Quick menu configuration

Tip 31: Working with custom settings

Tip 32: Shoot FINE+RAW or NORMAL+RAW!

Tip 33: Compressed or uncompressed RAW files?.

Tip 34: Picking different image aspect ratios

Tip 35: The magical half-press

2.2. Monitor and Viewfinder

Tip 36: Make use of the eye sensor!

Tip 37: Instant image review

Tip 38: The DISP/BACK button can be tricky!

Tip 39: WYSIWYG-What You See Is What You Get!

Tip 40: Using the Natural Live View

Tip 41: Using the LCD touchscreen

2.3. Exposing Right

Tip 42: Choosing the right metering method

Tip 43: Linking spot metering to focus frames

Tip 44: Using the live view and live histogram

Tip 45: Auto exposure (AE) with modes P, A, and S

Tip 46: Using manual exposure M

Tip 47: Using aperture priority A

Tip 48: Using shutter priority S

Tip 49: Using program AE P and program shift

Tip 50: Playing it safe with auto exposure bracketing

Tip 51: Long exposures

Tip 52: Long exposures in bright daylight

Tip 53: ISO settings-what's the deal?

Tip 54: What you should know about extended ISO

Tip 55: Auto-ISO and minimum shutter speed

Tip 56: Auto-ISO in manual mode M: the "misomatic" mode

Tip 57: Extending the dynamic range

Tip 58: Extending the dynamic range for RAW shooters

Tip 59: JPEG settings for RAW shooters

Tip 60: Extending the dynamic range for JPEG shooters

Tip 61: High-contrast scenes: Using the DR function to the benefit of RAW shooters

Tip 62: DR versus DR-P

Tip 63: Using DR-P for high-contrast daylight scenes

Tip 64: Dual conversion gain and how to use it

Tip 65: Creating HDR images with the X-T5

Tip 66: HDR: the handheld way

Tip 67: Using the built-in HDR function

Tip 68: In-camera HDR vs. Adobe HDR-DNG

Tip 69: Electronic shutter (ES) and electronic first curtain shutter (EFCS)

Tip 70: Using flicker reduction features

Tip 71: Using Multiple Exposure mode

Tip 72: Using PIXEL SHIFT MULTI SHOT.

Tip 73: Adv. Filters: exposing with creative filters

Tip 74: Motion panoramas

2.4. Focusing with the X-T5

Tip 75: CDAF and PDAF: what's the difference?

Tip 76: AF-S or AF-C?

Tip 77: Single Point AF vs. Zone AF vs. Wide/Tracking AF

Tip 78: Correct focus stick configuration

Tip 79: Selecting an AF frame or AF zone

Tip 80: Choosing a suitable AF frame or AF zone size

Tip 81: Manual focus and DOF zone focusing

Tip 82: Manual focus assistants

Tip 83: Using the Focus Check magnifier tool

Tip 84: Using Instant AF-S and Instant AF-C

Tip 85: Using AF+MF

Tip 86: Pre-AF: a relic of the past

Tip 87: Using face/eye detection and subject detection

Tip 88: Face and subject detection and the underlying fallback autofocus mode

Tip 89: Using AF-ON (back-button focusing)

Tip 90: Focusing in poor light

Tip 91: Macro: focusing at close distances

Tip 92: Focus Bracketing

Tip 93: Limiting the autofocus range

Tip 94: Focusing on moving subjects (1): the autofocus trick

Tip 95: Focusing on moving subjects (2): the focus trap

Tip 96: Focusing on moving subjects (3): Autofocus tracking using Single Point AF, Zone AF, or Tracking AF

Tip 97: Tracking-AF vs. face/eye and subject detection tracking

Tip 98: Using AF-C custom settings

Tip 99: Focus Priority vs. Release Priority

Tip 100: Using Pre-Shot ES

Tip 101: Using Sports Finder Mode

2.5. White Balance, JPEG Parameters, and Raw Conversion

Tip 102: Custom white balance: a little effort can go a long way

Tip 103: Changing color tints with WB SHIFT

Tip 104: White balance and monochrome images

Tip 105: Using film simulations

Tip 106: Using the GRAIN EFFECT

Tip 107: Contrast settings: adjusting highlights and shadows

Tip 108: Color saturation

Tip 109: The COLOR CHROME EFFECT.

Tip 110: MONOCHROMATIC COLOR: adding color tints to monochrome images

Tip 111: Using the SMOOTH SKIN EFFECT

Tip 112: Be careful with CLARITY!

Tip 113: Color space: sRGB or Adobe RGB?

Tip 114: Working with the built-in RAW converter

Tip 115: Working with X RAW STUDIO

2.6. Flash Photography

Tip 116: Understanding flash modes

Tip 117: Controlling the ambient-light component

Tip 118: Controlling the flash-light component

Tip 119: Front-curtain vs. rear-curtain flash synchronization

Tip 120: Flash synchronization: what's the limit?

Tip 121: Red-eye removal

Tip 122: Using TTL-Lock

Tip 123: Grand master: the Fujifilm EF-X500

Tip 124: Generic third-party flash units

2.7. Using Adapted Lenses

Tip 125: Finding the right lens adapter

Tip 126: Adapting third-party lenses

Tip 127: Exposing with mechanically adapted lenses

Tip 128: Focusing with mechanically adapted lenses

Tip 129: Using the Fujifilm M-mount adapter

Tip 130: Electronic smart adapters

2.8. Wireless Remote Control and Tethering

Tip 131: Using XApp or the Camera Remote app

Tip 132: Streaming the live view via HDMI

Tip 133: Tethered shooting via USB or Wi-Fi

2.9. Anything Else?

Tip 134: Forums, blogs, magazines, and workshops

Online References.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references.

Description based upon print version of record.

Tip 57: Extending the dynamic range

ISBN:

9798888140239

OCLC:

1402026617