Been reading your posts for a few weeks - I'm not the judgemental type - but, should I send my pal Robin to burst your GAS balloon ?

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Jeff, greetings from a namesake (but spelled with a "G") from a well-locked down UK.

I want to wish you well with your up-coming op - but yes, you'll certainly have some time to get a good handle on "mirrorless" as you recuperate.

I read that you've been a Nikon user all your "hobby life" - would I be right to assume you're aware of your fellow American Nikon "guru" Thom Hogan ? Celebrated for his 20+ yrs as a Nikon user and creator of "guides" for Nikon cameras.

What you may be less aware of is that Thom has been writing about mirrorless cameras for some considerable time now in his second website ........ http://www.sansmirror.com/newsviews/

When Nikon finally decided they'd better get properly involved in full frame mirrorless (after Sony had jumped the gun and stolen a march not only on them but on Canon also) and launched their "Z"-series, Thom decided to launch a third website purely for Nikon's "Z"-series cameras. I think you could do a lot worse while you're recuperating than to fully immerse yourself in this site. Many things have been said on this UHH site, and on many others, by folks about mirrorless cameras - and many comments have been proven to be way off "the truth", and for all sorts of reasons.

I just want to point you in the right direction to get the right answers about Nikon's "Z" cameras and lenses. Yes there are a few on here now who can and will, I hope, give you valid opinions, but would suggest that you also use Thom's "Z" series site as a major mainstay.

First, here's what he says about the FTZ adapter and how you can, or cannot, use your F mount lenses ..... note, this was way back in early Sept 2017 ......

http://www.sansmirror.com/lenses/lens-database/lenses-from-camera-makers/nikon-z-mount-lenses/ftz-adapter-compatibility.html

And here's the link to his Z Mount User System site .....

https://www.zsystemuser.com/

I used to use Nikon, but added Fuji X-series to my D700 back in 2013, used both systems alongside each other until 2016, before finally deciding the X-Series Fujis were "good enough" for me ......

Good luck with your op, and have fun learning ..... !!

I'm a long-term Fuji X-T user, had an X100T, but don't have your new model.

However, looking thro' the online X100V manual The Shooting Menus (AF/MF Settings) I see a number of things you might check .....

1) AF-C Custom Settings / Focus Tracking Options (Zone Area Switching) - choose where focus priority is made - front, auto, centre.

2) Release/Focus Priority - common to all digital cameras, I believe - choose whether focus or shutter release is prioritised in AF-S and AF-C modes.

3) AF Range Limiter - gives you 4 options.

What with "touch screen" AF options as well these menus are certainly growing and need to be familiarised !

Great camera now in it's 5th generation and with a huge Fuji following. Hope you get things fixed !

Izzy - new to Fuji ? Lots of extremely helpful videos from one of your countrymen here ......

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBT6ZUFLWSkghYRzPQkWbhA/videos

Take your time to learn how to use the aperture controls. You have chosen a great camera, with a good "street" heritage ........ learn it early to avoid the "I got rid of it 'cos it was difficult to use" syndrome that I have seen with a few impatient types on this site !

A few more videos you may well find helpful .....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vOuGp20sto

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=fuji+x100v+settings

Steve, New Year greetings to you and yours from Robin Hood Country in the UK. I've found the best unbiased info on Nikons to be from one of your fellow Americans - Thom Hogan.

May I respectfully suggest you immerse yourself in Thom's "Z System" website and I think you'll find most of the answers you seek .......

https://www.zsystemuser.com/

Correct info HAS been available for some considerable time - as always, if you don't know where to look .....

http://www.sansmirror.com/lenses/lens-database/lenses-from-camera-makers/nikon-z-mount-lenses/ftz-adapter-compatibility.html

Suggest you follow this site if you're not already aware of it ...... probably the most credible info you'll find re "Z" Series.

https://www.zsystemuser.com/

'fraid I see no refrence in the original post to anyone's "pc desktop", only phone wallpaper, and acoarst some of us do enjoy a little individuality that makes us "diffrent from t' norm" ....... chacun à son goût, amigo !!

It's a highly subjective thing, I've found - but I've been using such pics on my phones for years - here's a few that fit subtly behind a bunch of phone icons that I don't mind sharing .......

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For info : Thom now has a separate website dedicated to the Nikon Z-mount mirrorless syastem ......

https://www.zsystemuser.com/

Nice comment, Charlie - and I'm with you all the way. The Z6 is what is is now - and different with regard to autofocus from what it was in Dec '18. The originator of this post is asking for comments, I'm sure, about what it is now, not 2 years ago.

Enough said - I have no need to comment further.

Understood ! And I hope you're able to find the answers you seek when next you get your hands on a Z camera. It's always comforting to discover that Nikon, just like the manufacturer I use, is discovering the value of substantial firmware updates to their customer base, to customer perceptions of them and to the success of their products. What is also important is that new and relatively new members here are not fed info which might have been the case in December 2018, but has been proven (through firmware updates and many differing sources) to no longer be the case. I hope that we longer-term members understand and appreciate that - heck we were all in the same boat as the OP at some stage.

For info (or check my posting history) my mission here is to learn and, if possible, help others learn from my own experiences. I also have learned that, with the huge base of members, there are also likely to be the fan boys for whom, no matter what, "their manufacturer" always has been, still is, and always will be "top of the heap" - I saw it when I joined in 2012, and it's still evident today. For some reason they get their kicks out of such a stance. After a while those with a little "nous" (practical intelligence) learn and decide upon the importance and value to us of those "messages".

Funnily enough only today I got a message today from a good friend, a long-term US UHH member, a pro, and known to many here, that he would be interested in a Z6 - gotta say something to y'all, eh what?

UK today about to embark once more on more serious "Covid restrictions". I sense all is not well for the US too - take the precautions we all know about, look after yourself and loved ones - teach the young - and survive. Then we can all enjoy our hobby the way we want.

Should I upgrade my camera?

A couple of links that should help clear up your (and others) questions about the Z6, the FTZ adapter and autofocus performance (after firmware updates) .......

http://www.sansmirror.com/lenses/lens-database/lenses-from-camera-makers/nikon-z-mount-lenses/ftz-adapter-compatibility.html

https://www.zsystemuser.com/z-mount-cameras/nikon-z-camera-reviews/nikon-z6-camera-review.html

Thom gives a considerable amount of time and space to the autofocus system in his review - and I agree with "aflundi" who mentions one contributor's continuing negative comments about autofocus performance. Comments which have remained unchanged since he first rented it in December 2018, and now appears unsure (see post to BebuLamar Dec 6 2018) whether he rented it for one week or two ! I would add, in defence of said contributor, that, aside from early af performance, overall he seemed pretty happy with what was a 4-5 month old "mirrorless newcomer" from the manufacturer he knows and uses. All the more strange, in my opinion, that he still seems unwilling to have followed the development of the Z series' af performance (now in firmware 3) over the almost two years since. Again - look closely at what Thom Hogan now says about current af performance of the Z6.

As you Americans love to express it ........ "just sayin'" .........

Hi John - good to see you've stopped "lurking" and chosen to join the ranks of "Happy Hogger Contributors".

Two early contributors to your post are both long-term and well-respected and their comments/advice are well-worth considering. Indeed I personally have to thank Gene51 for this highly informative piece about tripod stability, its importance, and the manufacturers that "measure up". Well worth your attention before you start spending !

https://thecentercolumn.com/

You'll also see from the piece that there are more on the "highly capable" list than some UHH's "old and trusty favourites", Gitzo and RRS. Gene himself often sings the praises of Feisol.

I'm gonna send you a few items for your consideration that come from "east" of you. No doubt there'll be the usual "cheap Chinese junk" naysayers, but I'll leave you to work that out for yourself.

Tripod - https://www.leofoto.com/products_detail.php?id=414

Ballhead - https://www.leofoto.com/products_detail.php?id=423

Gimbal - yeah "Made in England" !! - https://www.lensmaster.co.uk/

It's good to always have options !

Have fun spending your cash !!

Late night greetings from an ex-Nikon DX and FX but now long-term Fuji X user.

Gotta say that your question has me flummoxed ! Why, I am asking myself, does someone who watches forums where "people change from Nikon Z to Fuji-X" want to know about "people who have switched the other way"?

Not until I start reading your previous posts do I begin to find a possible answer.

You've been a happy Nikon DX (D90 / D300) user who took on a Fuji X-T1 + 3 lenses (a second system) sometime in 2016.

In May last year you questioned (quite rightly) certain aspects of the T1 and wondered "T3 (much better camera) or Z6 (FF ... and different)"

In Jan of this year you were still "in a tiz" (FF or crop).

Seems to me like you've still not decided ...... FF or Crop.

I was the same back in 2015 - asked the simple question of myself (not 80K others who couldn't really care less) "what's good enough for ME?" - and decided to go with one system only.

Now I operate with one Fuji X-series camera (good enough for me) and 3 prime Fuji XF lenses. I get quite satisfactory images from this set-up and have no need for FF. NB - the T1 was "first generation" - latest T's have improved in leaps and bounds - do your homework.

From your posts you're an interesting "mature" guy who still has his marbles - believe me, it's more fun, and you'll feel better about it, if you make your decisions yourself !

Midnight approaches ...... so g'nite to you !!

Hi Cat - thought I'd join in for the fun ..... I'm with you ..... was Nikon (DX and FX) but found Fuji in 2013 whilst using D700 and some nice primes. Started with an X-E1 and the "famous" kit lens. Quickly discovered that, in conjunction with my levels of LR knowledge / use, the Fuji results were "good enough" for me. I think, although many wouldn't admit it, there's a huge proportion of UHH-ers who are enthusiasts, liking reasonably good quality, but not in need of "the best" 'cos we're not in it for a living, but for fun. After the first Fuji I've had an X-T1 (slow autofocus in low light and fast action), an X-100T (thought if I wanted the 23mm focal length I might as well get a second camera as well for same money), an X-Pro2 (dunno why, 'cos it's rangefinder style and doesn't suit me - mistake !), and an X-T2, which I love - don't really care what anyone else thinks, I'm settled with what works for me.

I'm what you all might simply call a "general shooter" - (lots of us here methinks) - like to take pics of whatever takes my fancy at the time ! Priorities are IQ (enthusiast remember, but not pro !), and low light focus capability with my lenses (2 x F1.4 and 1 x f1.2 - on APS-C sensor). I've "by-passed" the X-T3 (it appeared too soon after I'd bought the T2) and, with a fair wind and a little financial good fortune, will probably end up with the T4 within the next few months.

Everyone's different - no probs for me - no need for "some" to castigate others 'cos of their personal choices - just enjoy what you have - after all YOU chose it !

Leave you with a couple of pics - don't get mad you non-Fuji folks, you're not me - and one of my latest efforts edited with the (free !) Capture 1 Express for Fuji ...... which is "good enough" for me and my circle,

Bon week-end mes amis !

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