MrSMW

Yes. It's not a new camera, been using it since Sep. It is currently with Fujifilm UK being fixed however as the USB port stopped working last week. I have yet to test this theory, but based on 'evidence' I have seen in various places, I think the camera needs setting to NTSC not PAL and 60p not 50p. If anybody with an XT3 and Atomos would care to check that and report back, I'd appreciate it. Cheers.

The only downside to powering an XT3 from an Anker is you can't also use a gimbal such as the Ronin S...as I just found out. (Uses the same usb port). However, I'm sending the Ronin back as the whole set up I found too heavy and sticking to XT3 + Ninja V (Smallrig cage mounted) + monopod. I've also decided against powering with the Anker (mine is about 3 years old but works fine charging the XT3) as it adds even more weight to the set up so instead just keeping it in my bag with a twin USB charger for a pair of XT3 batteries and a USB charger for a pair of the smaller Sony batteries for the Ninja. This means 2 of my 4 XT3 batteries and 2 of my 5 Sony/Ninja batteries on charge throughout the day. It means battery changes yes, but less weight on the rig and for my work I need max portability.

Some testing then methinks... Same subject, same conditions; Eterna 4K vs Flog vs HLG. Outdoors, bright sunshine, my main environment for weddings here in France and then a low light test. Quality of result vs workflow... Need my camera back from Fujifilm first!

From what I have seen, the HLG looks like it has a lot of appeal to me. It would be great to go and shoot some and have a play...but my XT3 is on it's way back to Fujifilm UK as the micro USB port has stopped working One question for HLG users and that is low-light. I am no expert in these things but read somewhere recently that Flog was not the best option in low-light conditions and Eterna 4K a better option. I imagine that it would be the same for HLG? I have been shooting video for quite a few years, but 1080 until the XT3 came out and very limited chance to play with Flog, never mind HLG. Off to try and find some videos on Flog workflow right now (Premiere and Lumetri user) so when my camera is fixed, I can actually do some real work!

Well I don't know if it's 'better than the rest', but my personal choice. Every camera/bit of kit is a compromise somewhere, - the XT3 just has the least number for me.

That was my other option this morning when I decided to return the Ronin S, - get an 18-55 for anything handheld...but the bits of a wedding day when I need handheld are pretty much limited to gliding around guests at a drinks reception and following food being plated and servers taking it to the table. XH1 with IBIS sort of worked last year but wasn't quite up to it and I don't think the 18-55 would be either even with the new tweaked firmware. I only use a monitor because of my ageing eyes! Even with my specs, reading LCD's on backs of cameras is getting to be an issue! Feelworld 5" last year but the Ninja this so can record externally to SSD and 10 bit etc. Could do without the extra weight of that for sure, but it's only a tad heavier than the Feelworld so I can live with it. Ronin S vs Pocket though? No contest!

Not in my experience... I use the Sigma 18-35mm f1.8 with the Fringer Pro adapter on my XT3 and the face & eye autofocus is pretty zippy and accurate...and that's before the firmware update in I think April that makes it even more sprightly. I don't use it for stills only video and think it's a great combo. Used it most of last year with an XH1 which was OK, but the XT3 has better AF.

1: Without a gimbal, unless on a mono or tripod, OIS I reckon is a must so the 18-55 has the 16-55 beaten there. Other than being slightly wider and f2.8 at the long end, there isn't really that much in it between these two for stills, never mind video. I don't use either however (but have had both), but the Sigma 18-35 f1.8 with Fringer Pro adapter in order to retain AF. It's longer and heavier than the 16-55 (plus not as wide or long) but the low light capability is the priority for me. If you don't need that, then I'd suggest the Fuji 18-55 is the better option for video. 2: I just tried a Ronin S. It's going back. Why? Combo of two things; A: big/bulky/heavy and B: overkill for my needs. Originally I planned on getting the DJI OSMO Pocket for anything handheld (which isn't that much to be honest as I prefer to work off a mono or tripod) but for just a 150 euros more, I could have the quality output of the XT3 on a gimbal. Step too far for me, so the Ronin is off back for a refund and I'm ordering the Pocket. I thought it was a superb thing, but once I had the XT3 on it with the Sigma plus the Ninja and on solid monopod base, a bit too unwieldy for my work. Hope that helps.

Nope, no difference, ie, still reads HDp59.94 Flog. Should it if shooting 4K?

Hmmm, maybe it’s because I am trying to use the European PAL standards of 25 and 50p, so will try 30 and 60 when I am in the office later this morning...?

OK, new cable arrived today and in use. Still reads top left display (in) HDp59.94 Flog Unless I am missing something, it should read 4K50p Flog as that is what I have set in camera and every single setting is Flog and 4K in camera. But as I say, unless I am missing something as in a setting in camera or what it should read top left. @androidlad or anyone else with this combo? Or just an idea...

Ignore me, looks like SmallRig have an option based on a cheeseplate. Doh ?

In the process of setting up my new combo of; XT3, Ronin S and Ninja V. Installing the Ninja on the left after removing the focus wheel which doesn't work with Fuji as far as I am aware (?) and I don't need anyway and replacing with some 3 SmallRig components. On the right, I'm looking for something to attach an Anker battery pack (https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B071JWNQ8Y/?coliid=I2OTU7HC8RWVE4&colid=2DVR98NBVNPO6&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it) which powers the camera. But what attachment and on the right as it balance out the weight of the Ninja on the left. I'm thinking some kind of vertical rail maybe and attaching the battery pack with plastic zip ties. Anyone done this or similar and have any advice? Cheers

I’ve left the office but 99.9% it’s also set 4K. Pretty sure it’s the cable... Broke the first one I already had (don’t ask, I just did). Replacement looks like HD only. All my faith now resides on ‘your’ chrome job @androidlad !

Page 3/5 Movie Setting = 4K Movie Output set as SD 4K and HDMI 4K so guessing it's the cable? I've ordered the cable you mentioned in another thread and it arrives in a couple of days...

I may have answered one of my own questions on another thread... As @androidlad linked to above, but available on Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/LINDY-CROMO-Speed-Micro-Ethernet-Black/dp/B00C9JRV7A/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1551007829&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=0.5m+CROMO+Slim+High+Speed+HDMI+to+Micro+HDMI+Cable+with+Ethernet+No.+41680 Just ordered so will see if it fixes my first issue...

Who else has this set up and more specifically, do you know of any walk through guides for dummies?! I am very familiar with the XT3 (and the XH1 previously and XT20 before that and other cameras all for video) used with a Feelworld field monitor. However, this Ninja V is a whole new world to me... Pretty sure I have it all set up in camera OK: 4K 16:9, 50P (yes I do want that) 200Mbps, H.265 set to the default 4:2:0 to SD and 4:2:2 HDMI 10 bit, Long GOP, SD Flog and HDMI Flog It is then setting up the Ninja where I am getting a bit lost. Watched a number of vids on YouTube but not managed to find a decent set up one, never mind a specific XT3 one (but maybe too new for that?). First thing that struck me was top left display it reads (in) HDp59.94 Flog. Hmmm, unless I am being especially stoopid, it should read 4K 50p Flog, which suggests to me that maybe the HDMI cable is not up to it? Then there are various set up items that I would expect to be able to change but cannot...but that is maybe getting ahead of myself. Ideally, I could do with a day's hands on classroom and am about to go looking for anything like that, but meantime, anybody have any links to anything on YouTube etc or specific firsthand pointers in regard to this set up, I'd appreciate it if you could chime in. Cheers

GH5 or XT3 at this budget. If you already have the glass, then GH5 is pretty much a no-brainer. If you fancy the change, XT3. The XH1 is a good alternative, but only if IBIS is a priority over the rest of the spec. IMO the XT series of bodies are a bit small & fiddly...and not quite as capable of course. As I said over on the Fuji X forum where you are also discussing this

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I think if it's going to be a 2020 product as most think likely, they have to move their battery game on. I'm one of the few that doesn't really have an issue with it and can get 1000-1500 frames out of a single battery on any recent X cam, but seem to be in a minority. But the two things folks seem to want is a bigger battery (and the equiv Sony does kill it!) and a flippy screen. Personally, not bothered with the flippy either as I use an external monitor for video on my XT3 and the standard tilty job on the XH1 is all I need for stills. If they don't do something about the battery though, the internet and YouTube are just going to bleat about it! Maybe even the battery from the GFX series? It exists, - just got to make a body to take it surely plus a bit of electronic tweakery?

I went for the middle 3 (top line) Smallrig items here, albeit from Amazon France: https://www.amazon.com/shop/craigbeckta Ninja V (arrived this morning...except I immediately broke the HDMI cable) to Ronin S. This looks really good...but I need something now!

Ideally, a Fuji XH2 which according to my spec would be; updated XH1 to include larger battery, XT3 sensor. Maybe in 2020... However, right now, they could cease XH1 sales and knock out an XH1S with just the sensor of the XT3. Easily.

Yep. IMO the XH1 is a vastly underrated camera. I'd still take my XT3 for video, but for stills, I prefer my XH1. The XT2 however is now incredible value, especially for anyone not earning a living from their kit and doesn't need that last nth degree of capability.

Z6’s would be my first choice also if I was not so heavily invested (and genuinely loving) my XT3/XH1 set up. Lack of 60p 4K was the sole dealbreaker for me as I shoot a lot of slow mo for my wedding work. If it had been able to do that, once I got over the wobble of a single card slot (it essentially is for video and Fuji anyway), I probably would have done it. Not unhappy I have not however and amusing as it is to keep abreast of all the recent offerings, the greenest grass is what I already have.

I think to be fair to the R.I.P. and Canon, it will sell in bucketloads as the vast majority of consumers are not; videocentric people as on this forum or others like it, or YouTubers and their followers or general camera nerds, but people who will walk into a camera shop and buy whatever uninformed person who works there (this week) sells them. Probably a better camera for stills shooters than video and to be further fair to Canon, a good growing (if expensive) lenses. But I still spit on you Canon