Understanding Zone Autofocus on Fujifilm Cameras

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Understanding zone autofocus on Fujifilm cameras and how to best use camera settings to improve Fujifilm autofocus for zone vs. focus point. Zone autofocus is a collection of a bunch of single AF points all grouped together. Also discussed is Tracking sensitivity, Speed Tracking Sensitivity, and Zone Area Switching.
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📔 Table of Contents
00:00 Intro
00:10 Welcome
00:36 Understanding Single Point Autofocus
01:17 Enable Pre-Autofocus
01:37 What is Zone Autofocus?
03:59 Setting Up Fujifilm Autofocus
04:14 How Low Contrast Affects Zone Autofocus
04:31 Depth of Field and Autofocus
05:00 Understanding Autofocus Custom Settings
06:22 Tracking Sensitivity and Autofocus
07:43 Speed Tracking Sensitivity and Autofocus
08:25 Zone Area Switching and Autofocus
10:20 Zone Autofocus and Face Eye Autodetect
10:54 Conclusion
11:25 Goodbye and Outro
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@jradamsjr 2 жыл бұрын

As an Intermediate photographer w/ XT-4, this is the sort of video that motivates me to be a Patreon supporter and places you (and Omar) at the top of the “heap!” 🙏😊❤️

@sunnyta619 10 ай бұрын

Yup!

@hVF8KZuQPeCc8u 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, this was very helpful! My sense, is that the XT-4 gets a lot of criticism because of its autofocus system. Sure, perhaps the AF is not necessarily user friendly to operate but this video may go a long way to respond to all the naysayers. Camera Conspiracies/Kasey Stern, whom I appreciate, sold his XT-4 because of his frustration with the video AF deficiencies. Perhaps he just needed to learn how to use it (and yes, it still would not be on Sony level). I am wondering if a lot of the negative reviews about cameras comes down to the reviewers never spending enough time to learn the nuances of the camera. pal2tech, you are my hero. You are the one who has spent the time to learn the Fuji system and help us newbies learn the ropes. My XT-4 thanks you.

@MelvinGarcia 2 жыл бұрын

Casey bought another X-T4 because he realized his mistake.

@hamdouch26 Жыл бұрын

I turned on face-eye detection but still not working instantly..sometimes it works sometimes take time on my xt4

@KristiGay1973 Жыл бұрын

True! 99% of Fuji complaints are user error.

@rvpcqp 3 ай бұрын

Nope. Fuji af system just sucks. Other highly competent reviewers have pointed out the flaws & complexity of the tracking modes. Even the newer bodies with better processor aren’t that great. XH2/s were actually worse than XT4 at tracking BIF. If you’re vlogging or doing portraits in good lighting fine, but paying $2-2.5k in 2023/2024 the af performance is unacceptable.

@CoffeeNdCameras 4 ай бұрын

As someone who recently switched from Sony to Fujifilm, your videos have really helped me dial in key settings to make my X-T5 just a beast of a camera. It makes me love taking photos again and with the whole system being so different, these videos have really helped me get the most out of my new Fujifilm. I’m so glad I switched and grateful for your informative videos!

@abdusco Ай бұрын

I made the same switch and I hope I get used to how Fuji autofocus works before I quit out of rage and switch back. Sony autofocus was so much better and out of your way.

@simonalvarezbelon2020 4 ай бұрын

I absolutely LOVE these videos - not only have they made my experience of starting out with a new fuji about a million times better, they're also my favorite thing to watch when I'm high. Two birds one stone.

@Garyonthefly 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! After 6 mos of shooting with my X-T4, you've finally helped me understand and tweek my autofocus! NOW it makes sense. Like having a new camera! You're invaluable.

@FLORAMORAITINI 2 жыл бұрын

Nice comment

@Eazyydoesit Жыл бұрын

Sometimes I wish I could subscribe to this guys channel twice, he’s that good .

@TheLobster033 2 жыл бұрын

Not gonna lie. Every single time you drop a video, I'm as hyped as I was in the glory days of Mythbusters! Except, I can actually practice what you explain :P

@pal2tech 2 жыл бұрын

🙏

@kenmonroe5525 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulousity, as usual! Thanks

@guruprasathnagarajan3748 2 жыл бұрын

Much needee, chris. Thanks for sharing us ❤

@DGLuxton 7 ай бұрын

Wow. Just wow. Thank you.

@cmar6268 2 жыл бұрын

Great information from you as usual! Thank you!!!

@pappgyula2541 23 сағат бұрын

A detailed, all-encompassing presentation that explains the context and justifies the claims with examples. I learned a lot. One thing I did not understand! How to configure face and eye recognition to work not in the whole field but only in a preset area. I don't like the way Fuji picks which person is out of focus.

@CarinaKircher 2 жыл бұрын

Dankeschön , very helpful!

@urumps9922 Жыл бұрын

Thanks again! I need this refresher video!

@celestromel 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant info, Chris! Many thanks.

@jamescraig3345 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this, amazing how often back-to-basics is helpful.

@ajamudc 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thank you for all the great information!

@collinwarren5718 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Thanks as always!

@mateuszfejfer1822 2 жыл бұрын

Super well explained, as always. Thank you, dad!

@WayneMurphyjmkphotography Жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Super helpful

@valeriemoortgat7701 6 ай бұрын

Incredibly useful!

@mavcruise 8 ай бұрын

This video is awesome! Thank you!

@bobharper7014 2 жыл бұрын

Insanely great tutorial. Can't wait to practice this. Hopefully this weekend. You rock. Thanks!📷

@brenda000maciel6 Жыл бұрын

So much information, thank you very much!

@juanpablorevert 2 жыл бұрын

Perfectly explained, as usual. Many thanks.

@alfredogarza6864 2 жыл бұрын

Excelente video, Chris. Me aclaro algunas dudas. Muchas gracias!

@anthonymahieu8392 2 жыл бұрын

As useful and as interesting as usual! Thank you so much ! 👍👍👍

@RallyOFever 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris. highly informative! Have a great weekend!

@utomotjipto5294 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. This is really good.

@andreak4280 2 жыл бұрын

awesome explanation & examples!! thanks Chris 🙏🏼

@fengshuischoolindonesia6161 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, very clear to understand as you give examples.

@kkfung9179 2 жыл бұрын

Very useful information, thanks Chris!

@GarrySMumford 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Chris. Excellent video!

@miguelwaterhouse1551 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative. Thanks

@NarendraChennamsetty Жыл бұрын

Thank you, this was immensely helpful!

@valbou1089 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative, Thanks.

@michaelsimonds2632 9 ай бұрын

DANG, This is a great post! Thank You!

@clutchkontrol Ай бұрын

this is soooooo helpful honestly!!

@rogersriveropadilla253 Жыл бұрын

Great Video! Very Usefull.

@richardrizzo_photography 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful Chris, thank you!

@FlorianCortese 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Chris. Hugely informative. Even though I have been using Fuji cameras for about 2 years now, I've learned more about Zone focusing than I thought I knew!! I use the ALL setting and move through the various focus settings by turning the command dial. But this info on the use of the Zone setting means I need to fine tune things and use the custom setting more than just leaving it on option 2. Have a great weekend!

@pal2tech 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Florian!!! You too and let me know if you run into any issues with this!!

@johannestan6878 2 жыл бұрын

As usual, your sensible explanation is quite helpful - thanks a lot!

@philippetian8653 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! It is very helpful!

@salexs.7522 2 жыл бұрын

All your videos are amazing!

@raymondcaille4981 2 жыл бұрын

Best explanation ever!!! Great job!!! Bravo Chris!

@thewandertraveller4776 2 ай бұрын

Most valuable information, thanks a lot !

@raymorgan4337 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Hugely informative; helped me understand Zone autofocus far more.

@Bolton115 2 жыл бұрын

What a great and helpful video, and even my older X-H1 seems to have all the menu and focus mode items you describe. Thank you!

@alanbeamer9513 Жыл бұрын

VERY informative and the presentation is perfect. I read the manual and it explains HOW to change auto focus settings, but never WHY. Your explanations and real EXAMPLES are incredibly helpful. Thanks so much for your efforts, Chris !!

@soniafernandez6099 2 жыл бұрын

Sooooo helpful! 🙌🙌🙌The best explanation I found, Bravo!

@SkylarkFields 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This info and demo has been so useful to me!

@ecitizenmichael 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you Chris!

@photografia 2 жыл бұрын

WOW!! The first time someone had explained this as succinct as you did it!! Thank you so much!

@GrayAngus 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Absolutely love all the detail but so much to consider. Definitely need this to be saved in favourites for quick recall.

@Alpha-qh5ys 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for your content I really appreciate your clear explanations !

@Robbiexsstar 2 жыл бұрын

Best Fuji autofocus video!

@nickolaifrancisnebab141 Жыл бұрын

The video is very helpful. Thank you 😊

@csasevilla 2 жыл бұрын

Helpful and entertaining. Thank you very much.

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, from Spain. Great explanation.

@davidposaas7350 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video and very helpful!!

@patneila2366 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this hugely informative video brilliant

@jakobschneeberger3965 2 жыл бұрын

Very good information. Thanks Chris 🙏👍👍👍.

@Mrqban76 Жыл бұрын

This is awesome!!!!

@R8135003 2 жыл бұрын

Have a great weekend and thanks for the info. Always top quality. Be lucky stay safe.

@craig_m_mi 3 ай бұрын

Holy moly... well done on the explanations.

@keithdavies7167 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris really helpful video added to my favourites

@mcyavel1 2 жыл бұрын

My weekend will be better after tis video !! I love.....

@traceybartlam7737 Жыл бұрын

Very informative video thanks.

@MAGA-SISU 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great vid.

@jenniferdavenport9571 2 жыл бұрын

Super informative and entertaining! Yes, I am one of those users not utilizing the zone focus capabilities to their max use. I generally shoot non moving subjects or items. I am old school and still manual focus too. I have never played with the zone size...thought it was a one zone size until I went up to the wide/ tracking option. I always appreciate your channel. Thank You!

@TheDougoverly 2 жыл бұрын

Chris, this was super helpful to me. I am a hobbyist photographer and have been using Fuji cameras for about 18 months. I tried some of the techniques you outlined just yesterday in a street setting and had some nice results. Thanks for the education! Your videos are awesome!

@toburton15 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, very informative

@jasonpackard2079 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, Chris! Thank you for taking the time to teach. It turns out I thought I had a better grasp on these settings than I actually did. You explained them brilliantly. I do a lot of street photography and I’m always experimenting between manual zone focusing and using various auto focus modes. For someone who generally likes to keep their subject just off center, what autofocus/ face eye/ tracking sensitivity, etc settings would you recommend?

@apamacam4838 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks chris, for another wonderful tutorials and generous sharing of your knowledge.

@sainteagle4426 Жыл бұрын

This was so informative, amazing video.

@JonathanParsons. 9 ай бұрын

Thanks Pal! Your videos are always so informative and helpful! Keep up the good work!

@GoldPunch 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. It was very fun to watch.

@leighdavis5586 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! You just taught me so much. I will be watching this again. Thank you!

@alexk9185 Жыл бұрын

your videos are always a lifesaver

@clementm3360 2 жыл бұрын

Tes vidéos sont trop biens. Thank youuuu

@s12pendler Жыл бұрын

Dude, your videos are amazing! I got myself an X-T4 (absolutely love it!) and your videos have been incredibly helpful, entertaining and fun to watch. You have the right mix of humour and information while still keeping me focused in a time where the general attention span is down to a couple of seconds for most things:) I love myself a good paper manual, but when I can just watch you explain it to me... so much better. Thanks

@stevenpeterman4721 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Got a better understanding of zone focus. Thanks keep up the great work

@fengshuischoolindonesia6161 2 жыл бұрын

Very useful Chris. Excellent narration.

@marcheathrow8930 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all the work you do explaining these complex cameras.I think your work on here is more helpful than you might realise,thank you again.

@KADR_61 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video! Thank you very very very much'!

@A1000Truths 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this information.

@dhmfilmsltd 9 ай бұрын

Thst is the way to explain something. Congrats and Thank you very much!!!👍

@ramblersnook 2 жыл бұрын

This one is immensely useful. Thanks a ton for sharing 👍

@josecolon8143 2 жыл бұрын

Best explanation I’ve seen 👏👏👏👏

@erdemzengin Ай бұрын

It's a great job. Thank you so much

@musoneo 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! Great, great video. Super clear to the point explanation:) Cheers

@DietrichLasa Жыл бұрын

You are a blessing for Fujifilm shooters - so well presented. You are a great pedagogue who doesn't take himself too seriously (which can be stressful). Thank you!

@andiatrak Жыл бұрын

Спасибо. Все четко и понятно. Спасибо огромное

@mcmasterphoto Жыл бұрын

You make wonderful videos! Love the content and the education. Thank you.

@wanderingambience799 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!! I’m new to fujifilm and your videos are making the transition easier.

@bluedragoninc559 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, Finally! Thank you brother for another great informative video.👏 You the man! 👊

@neilharding6092 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, what a great teacher you are! I tend to stick to manual focus and manual focus lenses too so I may not use this but I found the instructional video really interesting and helpful. I have one AF XF lens so I might give it try. I can see this would make huge sense on moving subjects but again I tend to rely on zone focusing(manual) with deep DOF to keep subjects in focus. Thanks again Chris.