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Product / Theme Reviewed

The video is about Fuji (Fujifilm) X-series cameras (with a mention of possible Fuji GFX medium format cameras)—specifically the speaker’s frustrations and what they like after ~3.5 years of use.

Key Issues / Annoyances (Cons)

1) Dual memory card slots: photo writing priority doesn’t persist

• Setup: photos default to SD, videos to CF.
• Problem: if the SD card is removed and forgotten to be reinserted before powering on, the camera later changes where photos write.
• After reinserting SD: the camera does not automatically restore SD as the photo/main card.
• Result: the user may forget to manually switch back, only later discovering photos are missing from SD (because they were recorded to the other card).

2) Mac-created “extra files” can break a camera setting

• Workflow: the user transfers photos to a Mac for editing (e.g., Lightroom).
• Problem: Mac writes additional system/organization files onto the card.
• Impact: if the card is left in the Fuji camera, the camera automatically disables the long exposure countdown timer (used to show exposure countdown).
• Blame game: Fuji and Apple exchange emails about responsibility.
• Speaker’s claim: this should be preventable—Fuji should ignore/delete Mac files so they don’t alter camera configuration.

3) Video autofocus issue (long-standing)

For well over two years, video autofocus has problems:

• it hunts sometimes, or
• ends up slightly off.

The speaker notes:

• They could recover with prior Nikon cameras, but it took too long and is undesirable.
• Fuji has not fixed it yet, and the speaker rejects excuses like “processor speed” as not acceptable.
• Recommendation: add/adjust a proper autofocus function or solve via firmware.

The speaker praises Fuji’s long-term firmware support, but calls this autofocus problem urgent.

4) Missing “selection cross” / assignable control layout on medium format (GFX)

• The speaker wants the 4-way selection cross (or an equivalent control area around the menu button) found on Fuji X cameras.
• On Fuji GFX bodies, that area is said to be empty with no equivalent control.
• The speaker argues there’s physical space to implement it and finds it puzzling it’s omitted when it exists on other Fuji models.

What the Speaker Likes (Pros / Notable Features)

1) “Functional cross” (4 assignable buttons) is excellent on Fuji X

• The speaker calls it top-notch and absolutely brilliant.
• They assign the four buttons to key photo functions, enabling fast exposure-related adjustments without menu diving.
• Compared to their earlier Nikon cameras: Nikon was “good,” but this Fuji feature stands out as a major upgrade.

2) Fuji X App: configuration restore workaround

• The speaker saves/finalizes a camera setup in the Fuji X app.
• If the countdown timer setting is lost (e.g., due to the Mac/file issue), they can:
  1. reset the camera to the initial state, then
  2. restore the saved configuration.
• Outcome: quickly returns to the desired settings (as a workaround for the countdown/timer issue).

3) GPS without an external tracker

• The speaker permanently pairs their smartphone via Bluetooth with the camera.
• The phone sends GPS data continuously to the camera, avoiding the need for a GPS tracker.
• They estimate saving ~€2,300 and claim there’s no meaningful battery penalty for the camera or phone.

Comparisons Made

• Against Nikon (older mirrorless):

  • Nikon video autofocus recovery was easier than Fuji’s, but Fuji’s control layout is superior.

• Between Fuji X and Fuji GFX (medium format):

  • Fuji X has the functional cross; the speaker alleges GFX lacks the same control area.

Unique Points Explicitly Mentioned

• Filming/video context: Mallorca, for a photo tour (context, not a product feature).
• Dual-slot photo priority breakage happens when SD reinsertion is forgotten before powering on.
• Mac files on the SD card can cause the camera to disable/reset the countdown timer.
• Video autofocus issues have persisted for over 2 years.
• Fuji medium format allegedly omits the functional selection cross present on Fuji X.
• Fuji X App can restore a “good” configuration quickly.
• Bluetooth smartphone pairing provides continuous GPS without extra hardware cost.

Speaker Contribution

• Single speaker: Thomas (no other speakers clearly indicated).

Verdict / Recommendation

Fuji X cameras are still capable of excellent photos, but the speaker strongly criticizes persistent workflow and firmware/polish issues, especially:

• dual-card photo priority not reverting correctly,
• Mac file interference disabling the countdown timer,
• long-standing video autofocus problems,
• and missing equivalent controls on medium format.

Overall: buy/keep Fuji X if you value the excellent control layout and app features, but be aware these specific annoyances may heavily affect video users and anyone using multi-card workflows.