PH CIB

One of my complaints about Fuji Cameras is the little dial on the bottom front of the camera that designates shooting single frame, or continuous frame shooting, or manual focus shooting. I learned the hard way that it is way too easy to bump that dial to manual focus shooting and then spend time looking through the menus trying to figure out why the camera was unable to focus automatically.

Now when I notice a focus problem I check that dial first.

On the upper left top dial on the Fuji Cameras is the ISO dial and right below it a dial to change from video, to bracketing, to continuous high frame rate shooting, to continuous low frame rate shooting, to single frame shooting, to multiple exposures, to ADV shooting and finally to Panoramic shooting. My question is since single frame rate shooting and continuous frame rate shooting is already on that top dial why not add manual focus shooting there where I never bump it out of position and eliminate that irritating front dial that is so easy to knock out of position from auto focus to manual focus. What is the purpose of that front dial...? Thanks !

sippyjug104 Loc: Missouri

I have an X-T20 that I use for my macro/micro stacking sessions now. The problem that I encounter with it for regular use is that because it is so small that I can't keep from touching the buttons and just about the time that I am ready to shoot, menus popup in the viewfinder because the palm of my hand brushed against them. Other than that, I find the image quality of the Fujifilm cameras to be quite excellent.

PH CIB

Thanks for the reply Sippyjug104 ! I called Fuji Support turns out the dial on the bottom front of the camera is for focus either single or continuous or manual, and the dial on the top of the camera under the ISO dial is just the drive mode. Great Guy at Fuji Support told him I wish they would incorporate both dials into the dial on the top of the camera, or put a lock on the dial on the front of the camera.

lwerthe1mer Loc: Birmingham, Alabama

Just tagging along as an x-t3 owner.

WarpedWeaver

I own an XT-2 and have never experienced this particular problem. Perhaps because I have smaller hands? I could see it happening though....

leftj Loc: Texas

Those are all questions that should be directed to Fuji. Not sure what UHHers can do about it.

JayRay Loc: Missouri

I own a Fuji X-T2 camera and have never encountered the problem that you discuss.
However, because of the location of that knob, I do not ever use the camera suspension system that is provided in some camera bags where the lens is placed through a hole and the camera and lens are both suspended vertically (pointing straight down). The Fuji X-T2 is a great camera. The controls are very intuitive and do not require diving into menus all of the time. The auto focus system and Fuji glass deliver very sharp images. It is my favorite camera.

G. Crook Loc: Linden, TX

I have had a XT20 for several years, have hams for hands. I've experienced no problems with my controls. I do, occasionally, forget to reset the front dial, not a major problem. I came from a Canon full-frame and L lenses. No regrets at sll.

Fredrick Loc: Former NYC, now San Francisco Bay Area

Next month will be 5 years that I’ve owned my X-T2. I’ve never had that problem. Absolutely love everything about this camera.

Rab-Eye Loc: Indiana

I'm with you, Jay!

JayRay Loc: Missouri

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Miamark Loc: Florida

I, too, was confused on the XT2 but this may help. The front dial is for focus options. After selecting single, continuous or manual, you can then select how the camera will focus: single point, wide tracking, zone and all from the four way selector on the back of the camera. I usually use single point auto and move the focus point with the joy stick but sometime use the other focus modes when the situation warrants faster reaction.The dial below the ISO settings on the top of the camera is for shooting options, including single shot, continuos low, continuous high, multiple exposure movie and bracketing. For the bracketing function, you have to set what you want to bracket, including film simulations, exposure, etc. There are short cuts for many frequently used settings. I have an XT2 and I often find it necessary to refresh my memory by going into the camera manual. I downloaded it on my iPad for easy reference. I agree that it is easy to move the selector in the front if the camera inadvertently but I have learned to check that frequently. I hope that this helps. Best.

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