Justin Stailey from Fuji have been interviewed by Dpreview. Just watch the video on top to hear him!
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Yay! At the 10:00 mark he says that the X100T will ship “at the beginning of next month” (November)
Yay bigtime.
I am in New Zealand and I checked with the camera store, apparently Fuji nz here already has got some in stock, its only the matter of time…but I am more interested in the graphite silver xt1….
DP interviewer could have dressed properly…
The dp interviewer is dressed fine. I don’t see a problem. Interesting interview.
No he doesn’t. Looks like he sleeps in a carton box on the streets of Seattle. The only thing missing is a bottle of beer.
Interview is not bad though.
What on earth are you on about? It looks standard media garb to me. We don’t do Brooks Brothers in London…
Justin Stailey seems to be lying about the ‘most requested feature’.
It takes time for him to start answering that question and I really can’t believe ‘video’ is the top asked question. For sure a higher pixel count is needed in future Fuji camera’s above video functionality.
The x-t1 as the x-pro are photographers gears not really suited for video. Not even after the comming firmware upgrade.
Pixel count is OK, if this doesn’t shrink the pixel size. I want more pixels only under the condition that they are same size or even bigger.
Fuji should produce a 1:1 square sensor. The lenses can deliver. No conflict with the existing line-up. And 1:1 is cool, and we’d get more pixels.
So you want more pixels of the same size or bigger, within the fixed area of the APS-C sensor?
That’s unlikely unless Fujifilm recruit Doctor Who.
No, the idea is to use more of the lenses image circle, and get a larger (more pixels at the exact same pitch) image. If you aren’t interested in square, you could just shoot vertical without rotating the camera. Since I shoot square more than any other format, I’ve been wanting this since the xp1 came out.
I don’t think they’re going to make a special camera just for the one guy who likes square pictures.
Actually, it depends on the sensor. If there are gaps between the individual pixels those can be eliminated to fit more pixels of the same size on a given sensor. That said, Sony may already produce gapless sensors.
Sensors cost a lot of money to make. ATM Fuji buys the sensors off Sony. Canon stopped making their APS-H size (in between APSC and FF) because it was uneconomical… This will never happen
Exactly! When will we finally see the pixel count of a pro DSLR like the D4s or the Canon 1D mk IV in a Fuji camera?
X pro, et al have 16 MP, the D4s has 16 MP!?
As does the Canon. That’s the point dirk was making.
Abet slightly larger pixels, but yes.
Its sarcasm. He’s saying that fuji has the same pixel count as those pro bodies…ie it’s all we need!
I don’t care too much about either video or pixel count. But if I had to choose, it would have to be video – at least there’s an outside chance that it may possibly be relevant at some point.
To be fair, he’s probably talking about the biggest complaint about the current cameras. There’s no doubt that when you read external reviews, video is the one category that they always do horribly on. Not that it’s necessarily that relevant in my view, but it’s the area in which they are most behind their competition.
He could be lying or…. perhaps you are more of a vocal minority than you think in regards to what you want to see from Fuji. High pixel counts are overrated IMHO.
If Fujifilm is really focused on image quality, they should release their own bare-bones raw converter…Without that, the image quality is held back by sub-optimal external raw conversion options, which should be a concern to them ~ if image quality is really one of their main concerns.
I agree 100%. Come on Fuji you can do it! Include all the Film simulations also (ie so our RAW photos can look as good if not better than the internal jpegs) – this would also mean they wouldn’t have to worry about updating older cameras with the Classic Chrome, just add it to the external Raw editior and BOOM – everyone with raf files has access to it. It Sounds almost too logical…
Looked this guy up on Linkedin – he is the product manager for Fuji North America, not global. I suspect he is more involved in marketing than product development. Held the similar position for years with Leica NA. Surprising he has not been more visible in the numerous english language interviews.
I’d like more chest hair in the next interview.
More cleavage!
ok, where is the x-pro2?
I like DPReview and have watched a few interviews from this series so far. None ask any tough questions — lots of fluff. For Fuji:
What are you doing to help people with XTrans Raw support? Why not make your own?
Why not have released an XPro1s if that revolutionary leap promised for XPro2 is delayed?
Why no 1″ for X30? Can it compete with RX100 and LX100?
Where is the organic sensor?
Tech journalists are some of the worst when it comes to the access vs accountability equation in journalism.
Since their products (articles and videos) depend on access to manufacturers like Fuji for interviews with executives and review units, they often don’t want to upset them. Hence the softball questions and reviews that lightly chide when they should blast holes.
Readers get short-changed, but that’s (mostly) how the media industry works.
I agree…
Kind of a pointless interview.
Until Fuji offers its own bare-bones raw converter or introduces a better sensor with excellent external raw support, I won’t be spending anymore money on their gear. I thought it was humorous that he said Fuji focuses on image quality, when they have totally neglected the need for their own raw converter.
fuji has its own raw converter , and its superb…..listen, in every x camera is a raw converter that can create jpegs in cameras with clairity and without artifacts …the black and whites with many different tonal aspects and tone curves , as well as color and wb control after exposure are created from raws in camera
true kaizan will occur when this engine is released into the wild for the benefit of the fuji loyal
We know. Release that on pc/mac with the film presets built in and everyone will be happy!
I agree, but the interviewer is not paid for asking difficult questions …
Actually, most editorial sites like DPReview are paid by advertisers who pay based upon the number of visitors and visits (page views) they generate. So it is definitely in their best interest to ask the interesting questions, or their audience goes away and so does their paycheck. But yes, the manufacturers can control access, so it is a delicate balance. 🙂
I don’t care about sensor size or pixel size.
And who said that an organic sensor is the holy grail?
I own two X bodies and seven lenses because fuji provides great gear for my purpose which allows me taking beautiful pictures.
I appreciate the X-E2 EVF update very much, which I think any other manufacturer would not have offered in that way.
What counts for me is image quality and user support.
Fuji is reponsible to choose the right technology to achieve this.
I think, Fuji is on the right way and they brought back enthusiasm for photography to me.
First, DPR is a bought and paid for shill site for Fuji. I am sure that other manufacturers have similar deals with DPR, but I can only say from personal experience and digging that I know it is the case with Fuji. I wouldn’t trust anything DPR says about a Fuji product.
Second, Justin Stailey is the reason that, no matter what Fuji puts out there, I will not spend a penny on it. Not only is he disingenuous in this interview, where you can see in various points that he does not have confidence in the words coming out of his mouth, but he is also a rude person in real life. Among the things I’d like to see Fuji do is get rid of this guy.
Amen to that my brother! You can see Justin squirm when asked about video; he knows it’s not going to get any better than potato quality and he looked very uncomfortable when asked.
DPR failed to ask even the most basic questions such as
“If Kaizen matters to you still, why no X-E2 update. What ever happened to remote shooting?”
or
“What you gonna do about plastic skin JPEGs?”
Oh I forgot the BS that was “what’s the most requested feature” – I think if Justin answered honestly this would have been:
“Where the hell is the damn RAW support!”
I don’t agree with all of the points in this discussion, but +1 for the RAW support.
indeed. More and more I have the feeling Fuji doesn’t even has a plan for better RAW conversion support. Kaizen? Kaizero!
Nothing to see here. To his credit, the interviewer does ask about some Fuji shortfalls—AF and video quality. He got a corporate-speak response. It’s a shame that Stailey wasn’t willing (or maybe able) to be more candid. I wonder if he was the best choice to sit in front of the camera. FujiGuy Billy (for example) seems more informed and more willing to be candid.
Watching Stailey makes me appreciate even more the great job Chuck Westfall does for Canon. He’s knowledgeable, accessible, and a great guy. He can’t always be candid either but you never get the sense that he doesn’t know exactly what he’s talking about.
Just one thing: I give a damn sh… on video.
And: Meanwhile I can live very good with LR5 and VSCO, no complains any more.
Daniel
I thought the series was well done and enjoyed many of the sessions including the fuji segment as well as the sigma, sony and pentax sessions. None of the camera company reps can divulge future plans beyond what their executives have already made public. I don’t think that was the point. The executive interviews that DP Review does are a better avenue for tough questions IMO. It’s not a fashion show either so who cares what they look like or how they are dressed. I would be glad for DP Review to publish audio only versions of these interviews so I don’t waste bandwidth on video I don’t really pay much attention to.
Not a bad interview (not great either). I was surprised that video was the most requested feature. I love Fuji’s offers, pity I can’t use them for much of my work (though it would be excellent for scouting). Better flash system (TTL with radio triggers that I use quite often at events), better sync speed (250/320) – these are the things I’m waiting for before I invest in Fuji. HSS would be a bonus, though not crucial.
I’m pretty sure he answered “video” because video is the thing that they are improving to increase market share. I doubt video is the most-requested feature amongst *current* X-series owners.
No raw support – No Fuji.
Also they can forget video because they’ll never compete with the GH4. Fuji can only offer token video so why bother trying to make it better.
Hi,
I still don’t get it. Yes, there were many issues with the raw-support in the past, but meanwhile there are some good converters for xtrans available. E.g. capture one. I for myself work with LR5 and quite often VSCO as a base to start.
I had to change for example how to approach sharpening, but now I get results on a professional level. Nothing to complain anymore.
People should wake up and try what is meanwhile available. The dogma “no raw-support for Fuji” is not right anymore.
Daniel
GH4 has a tiny sensor I’m afraid. May as well use a proper video camera if you want a small sensor and deep DoF.