Photography Trip To Photograph Waterfalls
Since purchasing the Fujifilm X-T3, I finally had a chance to get out to do a little landscape photography during some rainy weather. Since we were staying near Roseburg in Oregon, I decided to visit the Umpqua National Forest because there were numerous opportunities to photograph waterfalls.
I only chose a couple of familiar waterfalls to try out the new camera since we only had a few hours to play around with; Whitehorse and Toketee Falls.
Things I Enjoyed About Using the X-T3
I had a good time using the new X-T3 on this excursion. This camera is weather sealed just like the X-T2. That’s a real plus for me since I am from the wet Pacific Northwest. I purposely didn’t cover it just to put it to the test.
The body of the X-T3 feels a little more robust than the X-T2. It’s solid and compact at the same time.
I’m glad they bumped the ISO to 160 as I’ve been used to having 100 as minimum on DSLRs for years. I could go on about a few more technical aspects of using the X-T3 I really like but instead I may do a series of videos to highlight them. It would be easier anyway.
Only One Problem
One very frustrating thing I did experience is that my images ended up being darker than what I saw in my EVF screen even though they looked perfectly exposed while viewing and setting up the shot. Fujifilm X Series cameras have always been good for the images coming out at what you see on your screen. The screen is so crisp and brilliant. When I got home to download my images I noticed that most were too dark, some unusable. After checking and re-checking my camera settings, I couldn’t find a reason for it. I even compared it with my X-T2 settings. I checked on Fujifilm’s website and did find that sometimes the EVF screen can be off a little in low light. This didn’t set right with me because I often shoot in low light with these type of conditions. I ended up reaching out to Dan Bailey, a Fujifilm Ambassador. Dan wrote an awesome ebook called, X Series Unlimited. He recently sent an updated version to people who purchased it.
Possible Solutions
The problem could have been as simple as the screen being too bright. My screen was set to auto. I will try setting it to manual next time. By doing this it would force me to look through the viewfinder to begin with. Funny how I’ve relied on the screen more since I started shooting with Fujifilm cameras and not always looking through the viewfinder! Another thing I could try is bringing down the brightness of the screen a bit. The Natural Live View setting came toggled off from the factory. Dan recommends turning it on especially if you use the film simulations and for shooting in JPG. Now I mostly shoot raw but I’m going to see if this also makes a difference. Now that I’m aware of it, I’ll definitely get it dialed in for the next time.
Overall, I really enjoyed my first trip out with the Fujifilm X-T3 and look forward to getting out again soon!
Patricia,,,,,nice images. I have been shooting Fuji since the XT-1, then to the XT-2 and now the XT-3….. I guess you can tell I like Fuji. The 3 I am finding is a different beast compared to the 2. I have had the same issue as you have encountered with getting dark images and not noticing until you get back home. I think the issue is the 3 has the back illuminated sensor. With the 2 I never really had this issue as I had become accustomed to if I could make out the image in the viewfinder i could bring it out in post. With the 3 I am now training my eyes to watch the live histogram and judge by it and not so much the EVF.
Are you guys fulltimimg in your RV?
We plan to sale our house here in Austin and hit the road early next year…..hopefully no later than the end of March. Just in time for wildflower season here in the Texas Hill Country and on to Alaska in June.
Thanks for your comment Johnny! Yes, I never had the issue with the EVF with the X-T2. Like you, I’m only relying on the histogram at this point. Too bad, I think Fujifilm needs to fix it or what point is using the EVF.
We are full-time in our RV. This is our 4th season :) You’ll have a blast! I’d love to see the wildflowers in Texas Hill Country.
All the best, ~ Patricia
Silly question, but where did you get an L-bracket for your X-T3?
Hi John, I am still using my L Bracket for the X-T2. It fits but of course blocks the Connector Cover. I just used my 2 second timer instead of my remote release. B&H has the Kirk brand brackets on back order until mid November.
Thank you. I don’t see myself using the connectors at all so I may just get one for an X-T2. The X-T3 remote connection is on the right, just above the SD card door. I thought that was a nice touch.
Oh wow, I didn’t notice the remote connection is now on the right above the card door! Thanks! Yeah, so I could use this one for awhile. I plan on doing more video with it so I definitely plan on getting the L Bracket for the X-T3 eventually.