Fujifilm X-H2: How to Save a Film Recipe
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Fujifilm X-H2: How to Save a Film Recipe

Fujifilm film recipes are a combination of customized settings used to capture photographs in unique and original ways. The Fujifilm X-H2, released in September 2022, has standard film simulations “built-in,” allowing you to replicate certain film stocks or looks. The X-H2 includes Provia/Standard, Velvia/Vivid, Astia/Soft, Classic Chrome, PRO Neg. Hi. PRO Neg. Std, Classic Neg., Nostalgic Neg., Eterna/Cinema, Eterna Bleach Bypass, Acros, Monochrome, and Sepia.

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Fujifilm X-H2 Setup: Travel and Street Photography in Barcelona
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Fujifilm X-H2 Setup: Travel and Street Photography in Barcelona

Travelling to Barcelona, I wondered what and how I wanted to capture. First, I wanted to be able to capture everything as sharply as possible, and that meant I had to sacrifice something. As I wanted a minimum shutter speed in all conditions, the ISO would inevitably need to increase based on the lighting conditions. Second, I wanted to shoot “blind.” The X-H2 has an articulating screen that makes it easy to shoot without looking at your subject.

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Travel Light: My Perfect Gear
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Travel Light: My Perfect Gear

My travel season is heating up, and I will be in Barcelona until early next week. I did have plans in January to escape the cold weather of Atlantic Canada, but unfortunately, things were not meant to be, and that trip never happened. I like to travel light, as minimizing what’s available benefits my photography. The restrictions allow me to concentrate on getting the photo instead of considering what camera or lens to use.

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Westcott Ice Light 2: The Best Light Painting Tool for Car Photography
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Westcott Ice Light 2: The Best Light Painting Tool for Car Photography

I’ve written numerous posts discussing automotive light painting. That includes the techniques and tips I believe will make your light painting most successful and the tools I use for light painting cars. Most of my light painting tools, including the Westcott Ice Light 2, my primary light source, have been in my repertoire for years. With the imminent release of the Ice Light 3, I thought it would be a good time to look back on the current Ice Light 2.

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When Spending More Makes Sense
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When Spending More Makes Sense

Today, Fujifilm announced the X100VI, replacing the X100V, the hugely popular camera model that became a social media legend. As more people embraced the exceptional camera and did so quickly, it sold out everywhere, and prices for second-hand examples were sometimes double the value of a new model. People were paying massive amounts to get their hands on an X100V.

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Fuji XF23mm F2: A Non-Technical Review
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Fuji XF23mm F2: A Non-Technical Review

Having experience with the 35mm f/2, I believe the 23mm f/2 fits well with what I like about a lens: compactness. I like small, discreet lenses, and I wanted something wider than the 35mm that would still fit the bill. I was considering one of two wider lenses, the 16mm f/1.4 and the 18mm f/1.4. After testing both, I found they were too wide, a bit larger than I hoped, and ultimately too expensive.

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Fujifilm X-H2: New Camera, First Impressions
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Fujifilm X-H2: New Camera, First Impressions

In December, I mentioned that I was parting ways with my Fujifilm X-E4, a camera that I adored using. I have owned that camera for nearly two years, which has been with me on many travels. Still, I have been considering upgrading the camera for months now as there are a few features that I was missing in the X-E4.

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How to Choose the Right Camera for Travel
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How to Choose the Right Camera for Travel

Travelling is a beautiful thing. It is a remarkable opportunity to explore new places, relax and recharge. When travelling, packing light is often a priority, but it can be a stressful experience right up to the day you leave for your travels. This is especially true when it comes to your camera gear.

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Fujifilm X-E4: Time to Say Goodbye
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Fujifilm X-E4: Time to Say Goodbye

My adoration of Fujifilm’s X-E series started with the X-E2 almost a decade ago. I used it as my secondary camera during travel, with the Canon 5D Mark II as my primary. The X-E2 was a fine choice when I didn’t want to use a larger, heavier, more obvious camera. I still have favourites from that camera.

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Fujifilm X-E Series: Is This the End?
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Fujifilm X-E Series: Is This the End?

Fujifilm is renowned for its diverse range of cameras; since 2012, the X-E series has been part of it. With a subtle design, the X-E cameras have offered photographers an affordable way to get into the Fujifilm world while demonstrating excellent build, fantastic image quality, and solid performance overall. It’s been nearly seven months since the Fujifilm X-E4 was unofficially discontinued in March after just two years on the market.

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