Pantiles Cameras/Chas Norman Cameras- Camera Reviews and News: The FUJIFILM XF 90mm f/2 Internal 'Rattle/Clunk'

Pantiles Cameras/Chas Norman Cameras- Camera Reviews and News: The FUJIFILM XF 90mm f/2 Internal 'Rattle/Clunk': Pictured: FUJIFILM XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR With the release of the NEW Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR, the internet has become awash with ne...

The FUJIFILM XF 90mm f/2 Internal 'Rattle/Clunk'

Pictured: FUJIFILM XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR

With the release of the NEW Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR, the internet has become awash with nervous photographers wondering whether they have a faulty version of this lens- due to what's being described as a 'Rattle'. To be honest, it was the first thing I noticed when removing the lens from the box was this unusual feature, except I would refer to it as a 'Clunk'. Whatever it is, the weight of what can freely move internally within the lens can clearly be felt & with so many people experiencing this it must be part of the make-up of this particular lens.

What has already been pointed out & is the likely cause of the 'Clunk' is the lenses Newly Developed Quad-Linear Motor designed for Faster AF Speed. This motor's design comprises of FOUR magnets for higher torque. The reason its likely to be the culprit, is when the lens is attached to the camera & the camera is turned ON, the magnets become magnetized & can no longer freely move. So in summary, when actually using the lens the 'Rattle/Clunk' seizes to exit. But photographers have still expressed concerns on the wear & longevity of this internal section when clunking up & down in-use & transporting. 

FUJIFILM- you should release a statement to your very loyal customers, suppressing any doubts they may have about this feature. 

On a positive note, this lens is PHENOMENAL. The Sharpness & Clarity of this lens is absolutely astonishing with beautiful Bokeh, minimal aberrations results in some fantastic images. If you are a Portrait photographer- you should not be without this lens in you kit bag.

Pictured with Fujifilm X-T10 + XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR (f/2, 1/120sec, ISO 200)

Pictured with Fujifilm X-T10 + XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR (f/5.6, 1/40sec, ISO 800)

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Pictured with Fujifilm X-T10 + XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR (f/2, 1/60sec, ISO 250)

NEW Firmware Upgrade (Ver. 4) Now available for the FUJIFILM X-T1

Fujifilm X-T1

The eagerly anticipated NEW firmware Version 4 is now available for the Fujifilm X-T1, which absolutely transforms your existing camera into a whole new beast. The improvement to the AF system is beyond belief & also updates some other handling functions. 

1. New AF System

(1)Zone and Wide/Tracking modes for effortless capture of moving subjects The AF System complements the fast and accurate 49-single-point autofocus system with new Zone and Wide/Tracking modes, which use 77 autofocus points across a wider area to substantially improve the camera's ability to capture moving subjects.

(2)Improvement of AF accuracy Single-point AF divides the focus area into smaller sections to more accurately determine the distance to the subject for even greater focusing accuracy. The built-in phase detection pixels have the detection range of 0.5EV, an improvement from the previous 2.5EV, delivering phase detection AF performance that enables fast focusing in low-light conditions and on low- contrast subjects.

(3)Eye detection AF The firmware update provides Fujifilm's Eye Detection AF, which automatically detects and focuses on human eyes.The function allows you to easily focus on the eyes even in difficult conditions.

(4)Auto Macro mode The firmware update introduces the Auto Macro function, which automatically switches the camera into the Macro mode while maintaining the conventional AF speed. You no longer have to press the Macro button to initiate a close-up shot. This update eliminates the Macro function assigned to the Macro Button, allowing you to assign a different function to the button. (Just after this update, the function will be assigned to AF mode selection.)

(5)AF improvement in the Movie mode The optimized algorithm delivers a more natural and smooth AF action during movie recording.

2. Improvements

(1)Improved Shutter Speed Dial operation When the Shutter Speed Dial is set to T and the Shutter Type to Mechanical + Electronic, you can use the command dial to set a full range of exposure times from 30-1/32000sec. Previously, this was limited to 30-2 seconds. This is particularly useful when shooting in the portrait orientation with the Vertical Battery Grip VG-XT1 attached.

(2)Exposure Compensation control in Manual You can use the Exposure Compensation dial to make exposure adjustments while shooting in the Manual exposure mode with the ISO Auto setting.

(3)Finer lines on the framing grid enhances visibility The lines on the framing grid, which you can choose to display in the Screen Set-Up menu, have been made finer making it easier to view the subject.

(4)Name of Silent mode changed to avoid confusion The Silent Mode has been renamed to "SOUND & FLASH OFF" .

Fujifilm's X series cameras are currently the cameras to have, they are exceptional quality & are not out-dated the minute take it out of the box - thanks to firmware. Fujifilm are leading the field when it comes to listening to there customers & updating there cameras & have received a strong loyalty customer base for it....

Link to FujiFilm.com for firmware Ver.4 CLICK HERE

If you were thinking of purchasing the Fujifilm XT-1 PLEASE CLICK HERE