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RUMOR
Time could soon be over, where you had to use some patches to work with your X-T1 RAF’s in Lightroom.
According to a new source Lightroom 5.4 with X-T1 support could be released next week.
The source didn’t say it, but I think that, as the latest prerelease version of Camera Raw 8.4 RC , also Lightroom 5.4 will support Fuji’s film simulations (Velvia & CO).
enjoy your weekend
Patrick (facebook, google+ and twitter)
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Thx for the info. Will LR4 include the Fuji XF lenses correction profiles?
I could be wrong but I think that once Adobe moves on they no longer update “legacy” profiles. I know that had upgrade to LR5 went I bought a D600 and it wasn’t supported by LR 4. FYI – no longer have the D600, my experience with that camera is one of the reasons why I’m giving Fuji a try. : )
Also, admin, Apple updated OSX Mavericks’ RAW support to include X-T1.
do you mean this? http://www.fujirumors.com/os-x-mavericks-5-04-supports-x-t1-and-x-e2-raws/
Oops. How did i miss that?:-)
Awesome. Let’s hope. I’m anxious to work on my raw files.
I’ve been using PhotoNinja with superior results from RAW. We’ll see if they got a better algorithym for the X-Trans sensor figured out. As it is it isn’t in PhotoNinja’s league at this time. I have 5.3 so am willing to give it a try.
Lightroom/ACT is one of the worst options for converting X-Series files. I don’t know why anyone would care.
Personally, I am a little annoyed that Fuji has seemingly dropped the idea to provide us with the option to either convert the raw files in-camera to TIFF, or to shoot in TIFF. In my opinion, the in-camera converter is still the best converter, though it is limited because we can only save to lossy jpegs – useless for those that do a lot of editing.
So, if Fuji is listening, please give us the option to save to, or shoot in, TIFF. Though i want colour options for focus peaking, I would be satisfied if Fuji were to give us in-camera TIFFs, or even lossless jpegs (new jpeg format) for the next firmware update, as that is the most important update needed for all X-Series cameras.
Until Fuji provides us with in-camera TIFFs, lossless Jpegs, or an external raw converter that extracts the full potential of these files, I will not buy another X-Trans sensor based camera. Though Capture One, Iridient Developer, and Photo Ninja do a pretty good job, they are all flawed in their own way.
One of the Fuji guys was the first to suggest in-camera TIFFs. So, a year later, I am shocked and disappointed that they have neglected this important update. Providing us with this option, or their own RAW converter (not Silkypix), should be their top priority if they want retain customers.
Personally, I love my X-Pro 1. However, I am a little tired of having to settle with the compromises that are available for raw conversions. The in-camera converter is good, but saving as lossy jpegs is not optimal.
“I don’t know why anyone would care”
Well, X100 users for one thing. The difference when set to Provia or one of the others is fantastic. I rarely even have to edit them anymore, just pick a Film, but still have all the detail and advantages of Raw. And don’t forget LR’s library is also great for photo management (imho). Can’t wait ! The switching back and forth between LR and the ACR beta is getting annoying.
Aside from the X100, which does not have an X-Trans sensor, I have found that the in-camera converter is still the best raw converter for these files, though limited to saving as a Jpeg, which is lossy. I would like to have the ability to shoot in Tiff, or to convert the raw files in-camera to Tiff, as none of the raw converters, including Lightroom, are free from issues. In my opinion, that would be the best solution to the raw conversion compromises that exist today.
Have a great day!
So x100 users care lightroom will support the xt-1.
yes for the film simulation (read post).
No so you care it supports film simulation not the xt-1.
It’s obvious all the raw programs will support xt-1 so why is this even a rumour or worthy of a post? Oh of course so you can link to product pages.
I see many retweets and likes to this post. Seems that other people out there are glad to read this rumor.
I’ve always anticipated release dates of firmware, cameras, lenses, Raw-converters… don’t see what’s wrong with it, as a rumor site.
I was happy with the news you posted, so don’t bother if someone doesn’t aprishiate your effort. There is always option “not to read” what you don’t want to. 😉
Keep up the good work, Patrick!
thanks… it’s still a rumor (but could become a news very very soon, if the source is right).
I’ll try to follow your advice. And thanks for your kind words, will continue to put my best into this blog.
Btw, is this rumor from trusted source or some new source? I am very interested in LR 5.4 rumors, since my work depends on it so your info came as blessing 😉
it’s from a new source. So, although I believe it is a correct information, take it with a grain of salt
The source was right 🙂 http://www.fujirumors.com/lightroom-5-4-fuji-x-t1-support-adobe-lightroom-mobile-ipad/
Yep, it’s good to know it coming quickly!
I am eager to see if the film simulation modes work fine.
Most of the X-T1 reviews (linked to Fujirumors and elsewhere) mention that the reviewer is shooting in .jpg because LR isn’t able to process the RAF files – some of the other editors are already X-T1 compatible, good to have a heads up that Adobe is getting ready to move from beta to an update.
I am getting re-assigned to Europe into a position in which I will travel 40% of the time. After being in that position for 2-3 years, I will likely retire, and will then travel with my family for a full year before returning to the work force. With two young kids (presently 5 and 8) keeping my camera light is a priority.
Since seeing the X-T1 and its great reviews, I thought that was the camera for me. With the great deals above, however, I realized the X-M1 was $1000 less. I have not seen the EVF on it or the X-E2, but I hated the one I saw on the X-E1. Also, having left my Nikon DSLR behind on several recent trips due to its weight, I have gotten use to using my iPhone (with admittedly much weaker photos). With those in mind, I convinced myself that the EVF was not necessary and decided to buy the X-M1 as a smaller, lighter option with the same sensor and processor, and resultant high quality images.
Aside from the better build quality and the EVF, did I miss anything significant between the X-M1 and the X-T1?
And actually, just before clicking submit on my order at Amazon, I read three reviews saying that the difference between the XM-1 and the X-A1 was only visible when pixel peeping, I ended up switching to the lower cost X-A1. While I think I may regret that decision, I think the form of the X-M1 or X-A1 is the better choice. If not, I have 30 days to return it 🙂
5.4 with X-T1 support now available. FYI. http://www.adobe.com/support/downloads/thankyou.jsp?ftpID=5740&fileID=5772