Fuji X E2 Jumpstart Guide 

I got one last year ,love it, excellent camera

Hey Joe You are welcome. Glad the video was helpful. Yeah digital imaging technology has come a long way in a relatively short time that's for sure. Enjoy your camera! Cheers. Dave

+Andrew “Andy” Hurvitz Hi Andy - Glad to be of help. I hope you have fun with the camera. Also I've heard of a new firmware update that really enhances the feature-set, so you may want to look into this if you haven't already. Be Well Dave

You are welcome. Glad after all these years it’s still useful. Have fun!

Hi Tom Thanks for the kind words. I'm so glad it was useful to you. Hopefully you can more fully enjoy and appreciate the camera now. Looks like the X-E2 is slated for an update like many of the X cameras in December. Best. wishes. Cheers. Dave

+Grant Markowski Hey Grant I'm glad the tutorial is of help to you. That's great. I hope you've had the opportunity to work with the camera a bit to get a true sense for it's ergonomics and functionality. Seems that for me, that's a key piece of the puzzle as to which camera to purchase for a given need(s). Be Well....

Thank you for the very kind words Tony. I am glad the information was helpful and still relevant. Hope you have fun and enjoy using your camera. Be well. Dave

Hello Vinay Terrific. I'm glad it was useful. Have fun using your camera! Be Well Dave

Hi Sarah You are welcome. I know what you mean. I'm glad it was useful. Make note of some of the additional points I mentioned in the text/intro section - mostly in terms of flash. Best. Dave

Thanks for the kind words Thomas. Enjoy your explorations of the World with your new camera! Be Well, Dave

Hey Knighton Thanks for the kind words. So glad the video was helpful. I know, once you wrap your head around the simplicity of Fuji, it all makes sense. I find the more intentional I am, the more the Fuji responds.... Have fun!! Cheers. Dave

Stevo thanks for the kind words. I’m glad you found the instructions helpful. Be well and enjoy.

Hi Laurent You are most welcome. I'm glad it was helpful... Cheers!

You are welcome. Glad it was helpful. Have fun!

Terry Cavender You're welcome Terry. Glad it was useful. Have fun! Cheers.

waxwingflock Great. Glad it was helpful. Have fun with it! Cheers.

Joel - I can appreciate that going to a different system can be a challenge. My sense is you will appreciate all the benefits that mirrorless provides. Glad the tutorial was helpful. Have fun and enjoy your new camera. Be Well....

Glad this could be of help. Shooting with Canon for many years I get it. Very different experience in a variety of ways. Have Fun!

+Peter Ficuciello Hi Peter Glad to be of help. I also have an EM-5. Actually I really enjoy the Oly. It was my first mirrorless camera, although it just died -I think I've outlasted the shutter and need to send in. I think the 5-axis IS is really stellar. I actually was hoping Fuji would use this technology as well. Sony adopted it. Probably acquired the technology when they purchased a percentage of Oly a few years back. But I really like the X-T1 and the interface. Have Fun! Be Well Dave

Hey Arthur You are welcome. Keep the manual handy as I definitely didn't cover everything. Have fun. Cheers. Dave

Hi Eric. Glad this was helpful. I imagine two very different experiences. Enjoy and be Well. Dave

My pleasure! Thanks for the kind feedback. I'm glad it was helpful. Enjoy creating...

Rose Glad it was useful. Just a couple of additional notes - if you use flash, the silent mode, (as of now - this may change with a future firmware upgrade), will need to be turned off. Also if it wasn't clear, the macro mode is only relevant when using a macro lens - either Fuji's or the Zeiss. Enjoy the camera! Cheers.

My Pleasure. Enjoy.... Be Well Dave

Glad it was helpful. Yeah , I've found that you often just need to get a hands-on perspective. Often what's on paper simply isn't enough. Enjoy and Be Well. Dave

Hey Mark That's great! I'm sure you'll have fun using it. I'm glad the video was helpful. Cheers. Dave

You are most welcome. Glad it was helpful. Cheers.

Hey Ali You are most welcome. Glad to see it's still a useful guide. Have fun and enjoy the practice.... Be well Dave

Hey Ali.... Glad to be of help. Enjoy! Be Well Dave

You are most welcome. Glad it was helpful. Have a great time with your new camera! Cheers. Dave

David Sax in another video someone commented that one can only review the picture after shooting in viewfinder, and not on the lcd screen..Did the newer cameras firmware corrected this.

Calvin W Hi Calvin From what I recall you can review on either. I believe though if you have the camera set-up to shoot using only the evf, then it will review in the evf, but if you have it set up to shoot using the lcd screen, it will review on the lcd. But I'm not certain. In the video I actually review an image using the lcd screen so I know it's possible. On my X-T1 it reviews on the lcd regardless of the setting and defaults to the lcd if I have it set up to shoot using lcd only. If I have it set to evf only to shoot, it reviews in the evf if I have my eye to the evf, but if I remove it then it displays on the lcd. If I have the eye-sensor on, then it reviews if I have my eye to the evf, but if I don't, then it displays on the lcd. I'm not certain the X E2 works this way though. Hope that helps! Cheers. Dave

David Sax would be great if you can confirm if the xe2 does that ie shoot with evf and shows on lcd..the way most dslr works

Calvin W i am merely doing my research before decide on xe2 vs a6000. a6000 appears to be less expensive by about us$200-300..but i like the post processing of the xe2 in the camera..for example the use of different film types functionality and the use of color filter in B&W mode.. But not in the a6000. Does the XE2 have the HDR features build into one of its features, although most would prefer to do the merging of the bracketing shots in a hdr post processor.

Hi Katie Glad the video was useful. Thanks for letting know. Have fun with your new camera! Be Well Dave

ommiia You are welcome. Glad it’s still a useful resource and that is was helpful to you.

Some things just don't fade with time, especially when it comes to Fuji. :) Have a great evening & thanks once again!

You’re welcome. My pleasure.

Hey Anthony I'm glad the video was helpful. I guess one of the truths is that there really are many great cameras out there. We each bring our own unique special sauce to the mix and with that our own preferences. Plus it's a really noisy World and everyone is trying to get your attention. At the time DPReview gave it a Gold rating. Can't beat that. But now, things like 4K video, higher MP count, electronic shutter, super low noise, advanced video recording options and the like are what attract many users. Maybe we need some "earplugs"... ;) Cheers.

Glad it was helpful. Enjoy “seeing” the World...... Be Well, Dave

+Daniel De Rudder Excellent! Glad it was helpful. Enjoy and have fun! Be Well Dave

You are welcome. Glad to help. Yeah there is just something special about the Fuji files... Enjoy!

Julia Rodriguez Hi Julia So glad the tutorial was useful to you. Best of luck and have fun! Be Well Dave

Great instructions. Great video

Hello Vivek You are most welcome. I'm glad that you found the video so useful. Enjoy your new camera! I made the switch to Fuji from Canon and am continuously impressed by the IQ and performance. Cheers.

***** Hi Aiesha Glad it was helpful. In terms of your evf, perhaps go to the menu (Set-up Menu 2) and check to see what's been selected. Perhaps it's set only for the LCD? Best of luck!

You’re welcome. Glad it was helpful. Enjoy your camera!

You are welcome. Have fun with the camera!

Ashish You are welcome. Glad it was helpful. Have Fun! Cheers. Dave

You are welcome. Glad it was helpful. Cheers.

Haha....That would be cool, although a collaborative and educational relationship with Fuji would be more fun and rewarding in the longterm. Thanks for your kind words. I'm really glad it was helpful to you. Have fun and many "aha" moments with you new Fuji! Be Well. Dave

Hey Tom Great. I'm glad the video was helpful. I'm not sure why I switched that to be honest. It may have been by accident? On my X-T1 I have this set on 100 and it seems this works pretty well in terms of highlight recovery as needed when I process in LR. Here is DPReviews take on this - www.dpreview.com/reviews/fujifilm-x-e2/12 & here - www.dpreview.com/reviews/fujifilm-x-t1/15. You may have already seen these though. This apparently does effect RAW files, although if you just shoot jpegs, this may have a more significant effect/result. Apparently going from DR 100 to DR 200 requires a minimum base ISO of 400 and if you go to DR 400, then a minimum ISO of 800. You may need to play with this yourself depending on what you shoot. Let me know how it goes. Cheers. Dave

David Sax Figured that might be the case but wanted to check just the same. Happened to me once when I was in the Q menu. I shoot in RAW so I'm more inclined to leave it at 100 so I can utilize the lowest native ISO. (Although I have been playing around with custom settings for B&W where I bump up sharpness/highlight/shadow contrast, take down noise reduction and bring DR to 200. Results still TBD) Still learning my way around LR but so far I've had no issues with highlight recovery, sharpness, or IQ. FYI, had the exact same issue you encountered with regards to no one at my local camera store knowing much more than the basics about the Fuji line. Ended up online seeking out videos like this and a local pro-photographer who used a X100s as a backup to his 5DMkIII.

***** I shoot in RAW as well. LR is a fantastic program. It's a great image processor and database manager. Dive deep into it and I think you'll be very pleased. Capture One may process the fuji files a bit better - possibly(?), but of course it's not a DB manager, and if you are looking for one program to handle RAW processing as well as organization then.... Cheers. Dave

David Sax I would imagine that more local stores are becoming more aware of the Fuji line. My initial experience was after the x100 and x-pro 1 came out. Then about 1.5 years ago, still limited knowledge. The arrival of the X-T1 seemed to change there and now my local store now is a good resource, although I think Sony is the predominant mirror-free system being sold there.... Cheers.

David Sax I've used older versions of Elements but I'm finding LR to be much more sophisticated and feature-rich. Can't wait to dive more deeply into it. Afraid my local camera store is getting worse rather than better. They treat mirrorless-interchangeable like a fad and really only exist for the occasional (last minute) accessory purchase or for processing services. From a general service, expertise, price, product availability, etc level they have thrown in the towel and acquiesced to the big (B&H) online stores. I want to support them but they make it difficult. Kind of sad really.

Al Green You are welcome. Glad it was helpful. Keep the manual handy though as there is stuff I didn't mention. Also check out the description above as I added some info that may be useful. Also that peak looks familiar. Where is it? Cheers and happy shooting!

It's Mt Taranaki in New Zealand. I put a vid of me and my son climbing it on my You Tube Channel

Cool. I'll check it out. That's also pretty funny as I'm house/dog sitting for some friends who just went to New Zealand...

thierry geufroi Hello. I’m glad you found the review useful. Unfortunately, the video options are limited. Here is some additional info on video - www.dpreview.com/reviews/fujifilm-x-e2/9. I hope that answers your question. Enjoy your camera! Be well - Dave

Excellent. You are most welcome! Have Fun... Dave

Hello Hans Well I believe that the review on the camera is essentially a jpeg - it's not really a Raw file and it may show the jpeg set under the custom menu provided you have created various pre-sets and one of these custom settings have been selected. You also may need to select a custom display setting to preview this. Not sure though. n the XT-1 this is done via the Disp/Back button. It will cycle thru the options. The XE-2 may operate in the same manner. In terms of LR, in preferences, found under the "General" preference heading, make sure you select "Treat jpeg files next to Raw files as separate photos". If you don't select this, then you won't see the jpegs. In terms of the custom settings, this basically applies to jpegs and creating preferences for jpeg files. Under the Camera Menu (select menu and the camera icon #3 (at least that's what it is on the XT-1) - Menu 3, then select the edit/save custom setting, select custom 1 - 7 and choose your preferences, then this will create a jpeg with the look you prefer. Save this and then you may select this via the Q menu. Make sense? I personally never shoot jpegs so my direct experience is very limited, but hopefully this will provide some basic sense for what to do. Others who actually use this will be a better resource for you. Remember that Raw files may always be adjusted. They are not permanent whereas jpegs "bake" the settings into the file. Please let me know if I may be of further assistance. Be Well. Dave

You are welcome. Sedona is beautiful. Have a great trip!

Thanks. Glad it was helpful. Enjoy the camera! Cheers.

Shot my first wedding with it this weekend. While it is not quite as fast/repsonsive as my DSLR is..the camera yields unbeatable image quality. I can justify the cost and this camera going in my bag as a semi-professional shooter!

mikepaynephoto Great. Congrats! Say how did it turn out with your RadioPoppers?

David Sax Turned out awesome actually..maybe i should do a quick vid of the adaptor for use with RadioPoppers!

Cool. Was this something you bought thru RadioPopper?

Hi Sarah Great. Glad it was helpful to you. As I don't have the camera to test, as I look at the manual, I do not believe this is something you can change during recording, but I believe you can set this up before you start recording. You will probably need to be in one of the photo modes though as ISO is not available via the Q menu in video mode. I believe Auto ISO will work though if that's any help. If video is your main thing, then unfortunately it's just not the strength of the Fuji line-up at this time. This is where Panasonic and Sony and perhaps Samsung now really excel. And of course Canon in the DSLR camp. Hope that helps. Have fun. Cheers. Dave

+Shaun Hilton Hi Shaun Congrats on your purchase. So I actually use an X-T1. The story is that I was looking for a camera for my older cousin and thought given the functionality and price-range, the X-E2 was a good fit for him. So I ordered it for him then borrowed it for a week so I could learn how to use it properly. I originally wrote out a modified user manual and then realized a video would be most helpful. So that's how the video came about. All-Infall I like what Fuji has created and continues to do. Of course there are still things one would want or would like to see done differently. For me the size and ergonomics is what have drawn me to the the Fuji system. The image quality is great as well. I like the mirrorless systems and rid myself of my Canon gear. I miss the larger sensor a bit but I totally appreciate the smaller form factor which was one of my main goals. That said, I really like what Sony is doing right now with their A7 series - the Ver. II updates. Had these been around when I bought my X-T1 I may have gone that route. I really like the in-body IS. My Olympus OM-D E-M5 has this and its fantastic (This was my first jump into the mirrorless cameras and I think it's a great camera. The MFT's are nice and compact). The Sony lenses at that time were also a bit large for what I wanted, but they've since come out with newer prime lenses which are smaller. Honestly I could see having both systems, especially if Fuji sticks to it's 16MP sensor. I like the ability to print really large and also like to be able to crop into a photo, so the large sensors are a bonus in that regard. I like the idea of Fuji creating an affordable medium format system for this purpose.... We'll see :) Best wishes & Be Well & Have fun with your new camera! The 56mm is a great lens...

Vincent Warren Hey Vincent Sorry to hear about your difficulties. Seems like you did what I would do - remove the battery and replace it, remove the lens and replace it as well. Perhaps clean the lens contacts. But I'm no expert. Have you contacted Fuji yet? If you've tried all the basic things, I think that would be my next step. Or if you purchased from a local store, they may have a service department and can trouble-shoot for you. Did you purchase new or used? If new than you still probably are under warranty. Best of luck and let me know how it goes. Be Well Dave

Hi Lenny For AF, you press 1/2-way. Of course you can use MF as well. Let me know how it goes... Be Well Dave

+David Sax Thanks man! I'm looking forward to buy this camera.

Good luck and hope your Dad has Fun!! It's a great gift you are giving. You are to be commended. Be Well Dave

+Preeyanuch Leelapisuth Hello - You are most welcome. Enjoy. Also don't forget to do a software update as I believe they just announced a new firmware that really enhances the features. Be Well - Dave

Hello Simon I'm glad the video was helpful. A while back I sold my Canon gear and made a full switch to Fuji. I have an X-T1. I really appreciate the form factor so much better. I made the jump into the mirror-free cameras with the Olympus O-MD E-M5 back in 2012. Loved the performance and I still do. I used my Canon 5DII less and less over time and it just sat there. I wanted to jump to a little larger sensor as I often shoot in low-light situations so the Fuji's did better than the MFT in this regard by 1-2 stops for my taste. Although the IQ of the OLY is really quite remarkable. It's actually what I used to make the video. Enjoy your new Fuji! Cheers. Dave

I have this camera and I love it but be prepared for a bit of AF hunting. That's the only thing I would say to be ready for.

I've got it now, so much fun learning the system and I've already got myself an assortment of lens . Kit lens 18 - 55 also 55-200, cctv 35mm F 1,7 and a 50mm SMC Takumar F 1.4.from an old Pentax. I really do enjoy the dedicated dials and aperture ring

Hey Simon.... Terrific. Let me know how it goes with the latter two lenses and which adapters yield success. Enjoy!

Hello Thach - I believe if you go to the first set up menu - when you press the menu button it will be the first blue icon in the list, the one with the wrench. Once selected there is a Reset option. Choose that and I believe that will provide the result you want. If it doesn't work, please let me know. Be Well Dave

Hey Sergio Thanks. Glad it was helpful!

Hey Mike Yes there is a forced flash setting, so if you want to override any ttl-type function you would select this. Also, on the X-T1 if you have the camera set to silent mode, so the camera doesn't beep when it hits focus and the like, the flash won't fire. So when using flash, silent mode needs to be turned off. The X E2 may have something similar although I'm not completely sure. Hope that helps. Cheers.

I think you are correct regarding Silent mode! Going to experiment with Radio Popper Trigger today. The Is camera really seems to be "Smart". Amazing!

mikepaynephoto Cool. And the forced mode. Let me know how it goes. Interesting that you are using the RadioPoppers. My older triggers don't fit onto the X T1 so I have been considering the Nano's. Have you used RP for a while? Cheers.

I just discovered the JRX does not fit!

mikepaynephoto Wow. Interesting. When you contact RP let me know what they say. I inquired about the Nano and X T!. They seemed to believe it would work.

Hello. It does record video - I believe upto 1080p at 60 frames/sec. Have fun!

David Sax thank you so much!

+kuanysh79 Hello Glad to be of help. Have fun and enjoy.... Be Well Dave

Glad it was helpful. Enjoy and Have fun with your new camera!

Thanks. Hope it was helpful.

daniel andrade Daniel I’m not really sure what would be best for you. I guess I would ask yourself what you hope to gain with going mirrorless and then how the lenses you currently own will integrate/interface with the new body. I know for myself I had some ideas about what camera I thought I would like but I didn’t really know until I actually tried out and used the different bodies. I’m not sure if you have an option to either rent or go to a store to try the different cameras to see what actually feels right to you. There is the ergonomics, menu system, size and weight etc that may play into your decision. Also you’ll want to investigate the adapter required for your lenses and how this will effect the feature-set available to you on the different cameras. I think Sony has a lot of adapter options given that many use for video. Also what do you do with your images? Do you print? If so, what size? What do you shoot? This may influence the sensor size and camera body you consider. Hope this helps. Be Well. Dave