Fujifilm X-S10 Best Settings for Video (in 4K)

[@mattcero1]

I never do not pass this guy up when I need to know something about my Fuji cameras. He's a true ambassador as well to Canadians being the nicest people on the planet. I've never met a Canadian who wasn't nice and Maarten embodies this.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Maarten was very pleased to read your kind words, thanks!!

[@Reelsightsandsites]

You make the ABSOLUTE BEST HOW TO videos! THANKS for this sir. I am not using XS10 but still helps me alot with my XA7 for video. Your tech guides are awesome! Keep it up sir! You deserve a million subs.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Wow, thanks! I really appreciate your very kind words.

[@mediocreman6323]

15:58 - “For a cinematic _look,_ concentrate on lighting.” AMEN to that!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks. Everyone in a while I get it right.

[@pyotrpig]

Definitely unique educating in-depth content for all fuji users across KZbin.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@Fraa255]

Love the way you’re taking complicated technical stuff to an easy explains, with a smile and subtle joke!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That's very kind, thanks for taking the time to subscribe.

[@tekguyphoto]

I took this camera off my shopping list because another reviewer said it doesn't offer Manual options in Video and its only program mode. Clearly this is not the case. Thank you. Perfect small travel camera for myself and family that offers a budget price ,excellent video and photo options - a flash woohooo and some nice small lenses. Now I can skip the XT-4 save some money and also leave the Canon FF body and heavy L glass at home.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Oh dear, I do wish reviewers were a little more careful before posting their “opinions”.

[@travisleroy]

Thank you for posting such an informative video. As someone learning more about video, and about this camera in particular, this is exactly what I was hoping to find. You have a great teaching style, and this video is very nicely produced.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your kind words, thanks for commenting.

[@footlooselife5004]

Hi Maarten The first time in 15 years of using youtube that I actually hit the subscribe button! Amazing videos! I am incredibly glad to find you among all this "unboxing-and-review"-crap where the "influencers" just read from the manual or spec sheet but most likely haven't even turned the camera on before. They do not have any idea about the camera and they do not care as it's just about "click my affiliate links in the description so I get a comission". You on the other hand know what you are doing and found a great way to "transport and deliver" this knowledge to the audience. Your videos are quite long compared to what others with the same topic offer - but as they are packed with useful and valuable content it's easy to watch them for hours where others just get super boring or annoying within the first 30 seconds. I really enjoy all the little details you explain. I also appreciate that there are no "special effects" or annoying intros shown in your videos. Also no "desperate begging" for subscription or likes like most others do several times during their videos! You just keep it simple and smart - the way it should be. Thanks for putting all the work into the videos so we can all benefit from your knowledge and passion! :) PS.: What do you think about the performance of the 16-80F4? Lot of people complain about soft edges and heavy vignetting on both extreme ends? Do see any issue here or would you recommend the lens? I am quite interested in the lens as I am a full time traveller for over 3 years now so size and weight matters. PPS.: I immediately liked your name because I grew up in Heilbronn (german city) :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm honoured - thanks for the kind words and the subscription!! The 16-80 is not a great lens, particularly for video. I prefer and use the 16-55, although it's Fujifilm's primes that get the best ratings. I've never been to Heilbronn, are there are any Heilbrons in town?

[@footlooselife5004]

@@MaartenHeilbron Thanks for your judgement on the 16-80. Unfortunately the weight of the 16-55 scares me. Have you used the 18-135? I am also thinking about 18-55 + 55-200 combo as I could need the additional reach. Any ideas on that? I am asking as I am currently using Sony gear but ditch that in 2 weeks as I move to Fuji with the X-S10 as body. I mainly do stills and video only occasionally (about 90-10). To be honest, I have never heard "Heilbron" as a name before ;-)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@footlooselife5004 The 18-135 is (in my opinion) even less desirable. The 18-55 is a good lens, I have no experience with the 55-200. Wow, strange, I've heard it all my life!

[@aaronrizalreyes319]

I am truly grateful for your videos! Easy to understand and straight to the point.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

That is exactly what I intended, thanks for commenting.

[@andrewwilliams6139]

Extremely useful, easy to follow, clear and highly professional - thanks. I am not a technophobe but the modern camera has so many capabiities and settings that I find it overwhelming: you have just taught me all I need to know about the purpose for which I bought it.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know my videos have been useful and are appreciated, thanks for commenting.

[@raymondkongshumt4raymond128]

Great quick start guide for videographers! Simple and straight forward!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to read appreciative comments from my viewers, thanks!!

[@DeepakMishra-mo3lm]

You have an amazing way to explain things. And this camera is a powerhouse. Got it three days back, just watching videos to master it. Thank you for all the efforts 👌

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A pleasure to read your kind words, thanks!!

[@MikelManitius]

This is really the best video that I have been able to find for starting out with video, thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Great to hear, a pleasure to read your kind words.

[@morrieglick4137]

Thank you for another excellent how to video. You are in deed the best source of this information on KZbin, printed in a most enjoyable manner. Doesn’t feel like we are learning. Keep it up.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind and encouraging words, they are appreciated.

[@soc9894]

Thank you so much, i'm a new Fuji user and have learned so much from your videos.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Great to hear! Thanks forsaking the time to comment.

[@williamwalters3796]

The X-S10 is what I’m getting for my first mirrorless camera, a major and much needed upgrade over the Nikon D3500. Thanks for the excellent reviews on this camera, your videos have a totally different refreshing atmosphere from other reviews that make it easier to watch.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, a real pleasure to read your kind words, appreciated!

[@DeepakMishra-mo3lm]

I had Nikon D5300 for 6 years. Now upgraded to X S10 as my first mirrorless camera. Its a powerhouse.

[@colinhoward2200]

Hi - I bought this camera yesterday, and without doubt you have provided by far the best tips for it. I was having most problems with AF - and they are now solved. Thank you - subscribed :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know my videos help - thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@AnthonyGruba]

Oh wow, this is so helpful! Every single thing about this video is just as good as it could get. Thank you so much!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always my pleasure, and nice to know my videos are useful and appreciated.

[@valentinaarismendi4795]

You remind me of a professor I had in college, he used to teach "film appreciation" and your videos are so fun and full of great tips, it reminds me of him, thank you for your content!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for taking the time to post your kind words, appreciated.

[@TheViennaSchnitzel]

This is a brilliant video, thank you for making it. By far the best video I've seen on the capabilities of this 'basic' camera's features. I've subscribed!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to know my videos are appreciated, thanks for your kind words.

[@antonefremov1609]

Thanks! I watched a lot of reviews, but yours was the best!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Wow, thanks! Always a pleasure to read kind words.

[@maheshsuradkar]

Thanks a ton for the video.. you probably don't even have the slightest idea how helpful you are for newcomers like me.. its just a hobby but you are making it more than that.. lots of love..

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks! A pleasure to read your kind words, always nice to know my videos are helpful and appreciated.

[@DrKartoffelsalat]

Thank you for the incredible effort you put into these in-depth videos Maarten! I hope to see you test the "webcam" option too, once it finally works. But in general, i think you have convinced me, even with some of the minor flaws, the X-S10 is the perfect camera for me to hop on to the X-system train. By the way, does the 16-80mm still have the focus-issue when zooming during recording? I've seen in multiple reviews, that it was very unpleasing when zooming.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I would not expect a lens of that type to perform well while recording video - that's a need, as demonstrated in the video, that's met by a parfocal (cine) lens. Thanks for your kind words, and I would agree, it's a solid choice.

[@irisw6832]

@@MaartenHeilbron Hello, I can't get my flash to work on this camera. In the settings and in all the modes I can't find what to do. Could you please help me? 🙏

[@lynebro]

Your videos are so helpful for this Newby. You teach in a way that is easy to understand..nice and slow. But I'll confess, I still slow down the playback speed a bit so that I can follow along with my x s10. Thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It's my pleasure, thanks for your kind words.

[@mistylandschaft]

Well that was...profound and very helpful as a new x-s10 owner and first fujifilm camera owner. Thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

One of the pleasures of creating KZbin videos is reading kind comments such as yours. Thanks!!

[@Sakeeran4]

I learned a lot about this fuji from your video Thanks for the great work

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Happy to hear that! Thanks for commenting.

[@pixelspotmedia9046]

Maarten you are so relaxed to watch, keep up the good work. I love to watch your movies. Everything so good explained. Have a good day.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

A real pleasure to read your kind words, thanks for your wishes.

[@sigridlee3743]

Sitting here with my new X-S10 and finding your walkthrough of the settings so very, very helpful in setting up the camera for video. With all these great functions for video (my primary projected use for this camera) it is crazy that the battery gets drained so fast. I knew that, but it was a shock all the same. Anyway, thanks for your patient and detailed coverage.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

If you have a USB-C power delivery battery or adapter, it will power the camera with minimal battery drain. Thanks for your kind words.

[@6042833]

Thank you very much. By far the best KZbinr if you ask me

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm sorry I did not ask you earlier! Thanks, a pleasure to read your kind words.

[@paulbeckmann]

Thanks you for the great info as always! Much appreciated:)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always my pleasure, thanks for your kind words.

[@backpackingalmost5836]

I took a few more shots using Lawless raw and I tried it on windows and it worked fine so I think I am good

[@CharlesPalmerPhotography]

Very useful, i've just bought this camera for vlogging, so these settings have been a great starting point for me!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Great to hear! Thanks for the kind words.

[@jameswillows7303]

Thanks so much. So far I find mine has a great built in mic. While the stills it shoots are awesome I am finding the video looks like it has too much light usually so the colors are not rich. I have the lens on A. Not f4 like you recommend. What can I do to reduce that overlit look ? Also when shooting action like a music band or football game shoot I turn eye detection off because it is currently confused and does not shoot those scenarios well. Maybe I should turn performance boost on for those scenarios ? Thanks so much !

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Turn down the exposure compensation or the ISO to reduce the overall light level. For exteriors, as I mentioned, sometimes it's necessary to use an ND filter to control the light.

[@jameswillows7303]

@@MaartenHeilbron thanks I will try that. I noticed your fist video on the camera had some “hates as well as loves. But also noticed you are spending quite a bit of time with it now in terms of showing us how to use it. Are you growing more fond or less fond of it as you do ?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@jameswillows7303 When was I not fond of it? Every camera has quirks and irritations.

[@vinvenus4581]

Thank you very much for your detailed information. Very handy for a beginner of the Fuji X-S10. Just one note: the shutter speed of 1/60 by 30 fps in 4K does not work in Europe as it creates a flickering if one uses artifical lighting. A shutter speed of 1/50 works better.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It does work if you are using appropriate video lighting. Here in North America, it's also sometimes necessary to adjust the shutter to avoid flickering.

[@brianfitzrealty]

Fuji AF is notorious for finding random "faces" in the background. I noticed it kept doing that when you were shooting in front of the bookcases. I would highly recommend turning off Eye Auto Detect in a static scene such as that and move the focus box around your head. I just ordered a used X-S10 that should be here tomorrow. Your settings will have me up and running quickly - thanks!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the tip. I always use manual focus when shooting myself on camera.

[@garethquigley4769]

Thanks for this video. How do I get the Audio meter to be on the LCD screen as well as the eye viewer?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It only appears when the camera is in video mode. It does not display when Large display is active. If it does not appear, you may need to tap the display button until it does, or you may need to select if from the display custom settings.

[@mjohnston8313]

Your pause/hesitation style of narration is sweet. Do you narrate audio books?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thank you - I didn't realize I was doing that. No, I have not had the opportunity to record any audio books.

[@EnquantoNósVivemos]

Thank you Maarten! your teaching is excellent.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

You are welcome! Always nice to hear from a viewer who's happy with my work.

[@primal_aperture_photo]

Thank you for some valuable information, as I get more comfortable using my camera I thought it was time to start learning how to better set up the video end of things.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks, I appreciate your kind words.

[@alchurricane]

Thank you for your great work, Maarten! This tutorial is very informative

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it was helpful! Always nice to hear from viewers who appreciate my work.

[@AllinCrete]

Thanks for the info Maarten! Do you know if there is AF with slow motion?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I believe so, I didn't test, but can't imagine why it would not - the recording, after all, is done in real time.

[@AllinCrete]

@@MaartenHeilbron Thanks Maarten! I'm thinking they might remove this function to get you to go for the XT4. G9 and Eos M6ii they also have slow motion but not with autofocus. Not a big issue, but better have it than not!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Understood.

[@figarowho]

Thanks for the helpful video. Just bought an X-S10 tonight to replace my old XT-10. Question... if you record ONLY to the external, (you mention at 4:50), can you have unlimited recording length? In theory, it seems as though the camera should not get as hot if it is not recording internally?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, with an external recorder, as long as you are set to external only (or trigger the recording from the external device instead of through the camera) you'll be limited only by drive space on the external recorder and battery life.

[@figarowho]

@@MaartenHeilbron Perfect. That will help for sure. I often shoot classical music concerts and will need the full-length video at times!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@figarowho Understood. I'm not sure that there's much heat benefit from external recording, but there likely is from using an external USB PD-type battery (the battery is a major source of heat).

[@noname-cw2bc]

Wonderful video! Great job and thank you for sharing. This helped me a bunch!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I'm so glad! Thanks for your kind words.

[@scarletadam4708]

This is really useful, thank you! Is it possible for you to also do onw of this with the XS-10 best settings for photography please?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I generally feel that I cover that in my review - and there are many more variables to consider. However, if you want a quick photo without paying attention to the many settings, set the dial to Auto.

[@hansthefox]

Thanks for your detail sharing. I would like to know what brand name of the mount adapter are you using for this video? I love your tutorial so much, from Hong Kong.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Am I missing something? I wasn't using a mount adapter - both the 16-80 and the MKX are native x-mount lenses. Thanks for your kind words.

[@blakenoh1967]

Fantastic video so happy found your channel. Is it possible to set flog on the quick select function button?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, I appreciate your kind words. Although the F-log assist can be assigned to a Fn key, F-Log cannot. I'm not sure why you'd want to do this - if you are using F-log you should use it for your entire project.

[@spaceswithlight]

Love this video and all of your videos,thank you! With regard to focus, I wonder if you might recommend the Fuji 18-55 mm kit lens as being a good option. I’m almost exclusively interested in shooting video. I’m considering this lens for my Fuji XS10 as I’m shooting films and I have some budgetary limits. My current 35mm simply will not stop breathing and focus hunting, so it’s unreliable. Would you recommend the 18-55mm for my Fuji XS10? Thx!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

If the issue is focus breathing, I would use manual focus. Unless your camera to subject distance is changing, that's far more reliable. The kit lens is a good option, the 16-55 (just refreshed, but havne't tried the new one) is better.

[@spaceswithlight]

@ Thank you, Maarten!

[@happyhouse2815]

i have learn a lot from your videos, thanks for hard working Sir

[@MaartenHeilbron]

So nice of you to say, thanks for your kind words.

[@JBlue-og6jj]

Great video! I have a quick question. Do you know if it’s possible to match the timecode between XS10, and field recorders like the Zoom F2? Thanks in advance.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Sorry, that's not something I tried. While timecode can be useful to match two cameras, I find that most NLEs have excellent sync modes - but I match my video to the F2 with no issues.

[@douvay]

im confused, in 6:22 you used the back dial to adjust exposure compensation, but in 2:33 the same back dial was for shutter speed

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It depends on the mode, but it's also configurable to your preferences.

[@EatBuildRideRepair]

Hi there, great vid SIR. Can I ask you a favor. Please tell us if this camera has peaking in video mode, even after hitting the REC button, the xt200 and xa7 unfortunately does not have this pretty important feature in video mode during recording. Thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Focus peaking is available in video mode.

[@HartLarsson]

Thank you for the nice video. How is possible to show on the display the mic levels? i was not able to find the option in the menu thanks

[@MaartenHeilbron]

They appear in video mode. They're an option in Screen Display Custom Settings.

[@HartLarsson]

@@MaartenHeilbron ty i discovered that if you enlarge the video display option, the mic level disappear ...

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@HartLarsson Yes, I forgot that was one of the side effects of the large display.

[@pommedapi3847]

Excellent video, I love the tone and the calmness of the explanations. What wall-adapter would I need to power the Fuji enough so the battery doesn´t slowly drain? There are PD rated Powerbanks but I don´t know if they deliver enough juice to also not drain the battery of the Fuji, as far as I understood they need to deliver 3amps?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your kind words, thanks. Any adapter or external power battery that supports PD would be fine, capacity will determine how long it will last. The internal battery will drain slowly regardless of the source.

[@pommedapi3847]

@@MaartenHeilbron Incredible that the battery will still drain at some point and that it is not possible to shoot for as long as wished pluged into a wall adapter. Thank you for your response.

[@Greggiexplore]

Lovely video, learned a lot, thank you (just getting Fuji S10. )

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, a pleasure to read your kind words.

[@michaelavrie]

This is so invaluable. Thank you!!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

You're so welcome! Thanks for the kind words.

[@thelonious88]

Hi Maarten, I did a reset first, just the shooting and video settings, and the mic level didn't reappear, but later also included a reset of the setup, and they are back! While I'm writing, I have a quick question for you. I'm shooting with the 18-55 and 55-200 and love them both. I am, though, considering getting a lens that overlaps the two, possibly the 16-80, which is currently on sale for $599, or the 18-135. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks again for all your input and wonderful videos! Cheers, Steve

[@MaartenHeilbron]

What is the specific need or deficiency in the lenses you have that you are trying to solve?

[@malithpramodha]

Thank you for your grate video. I want to know that, is fuji x s10 is going to be a good 1st camera?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, it's an excellent camera, for a novice or experienced photographer. Thanks, I appreciate your kind words.

[@malithpramodha]

@@MaartenHeilbron thank you

[@nh6405]

Thank you for such a wonderful video about using X-S10. I recorded a video using my Fuji X-S10. However when I go to see the video using Fuji XRaw Studio, I cannot see any of the videos. What am I doing wrong?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It’s not you, it’s X-RAW studio. It can’t import or play video files, it only converts RAW files to JPEG images.

[@radioprag]

Thanks for the review, very helpful to me. One question, should I turn off stabilization when shooting video on a tripod? In your video, you recommend turning on stabilization, which should not be on when taking photos with a tripod.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Stabilization should not be on when using a tripod - otherwise, as you start to pan smoothly, it will try to hold the image and then jump as it realizes it can’t hold it steady,. Thanks for your kind words.

[@chipsetvisuals]

Thanks ! im a quick scroller, but you provide best info, im glad i had patient! :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks, always nice to read my work is appreciated.

[@K.Saniaga]

Maarten thank you so much for this video. I'm wondering if there is a way to change AF to MF while recording, I know i can do it in the 'Movie Optimized Control' but i want a quicker access as the front Switch on the XT30. Hope you can help 🙏

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Not that I know of - but thanks for your kind words.

[@K.Saniaga]

@@MaartenHeilbron thank you for your time and effort

[@bigleemarvinfan985]

Can this camera charge and shoot video at the same time? I have great appreciation for your teaching skills. Thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes. Thanks for the kind words.

[@faisalsheraz8101]

Excellent informative video...

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks! It was a pleasure to read your kind words.

[@thelonious88]

Hi Maarten, watching your video about video! Thanks for all the important and useful information! One question - my X-S10 is not showing the mic levels on my screen and I can't figure out how to make them appear. Any ideas? Steve

[@MaartenHeilbron]

You need to be in video mode, then select it from the display custom settings.

[@unverifiedbiotic]

Great stuff, even if I know most of the information, it's great to listen to a pro explain it. I'm looking at switching from my A6300 to two of these as my primary video cameras, since I just have one native e-mount lens. How does F-Log compare to S-Log2 in 8-bit? How about the externally recorder 10-bit F-Log vs 10-bit S-Log? How's the XS 10's AF and low light performance compared to an a7iii or an a6600?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

F-Log (10 bit at 200 Mbps) is superior to S-Log, with less noise. The results for external are similar, also F-Log is less noisy. The AF on the X-S10 is better than the A6300, the low light is better on the A7III and A6600.

[@siwalikbanerjee]

Amazing video. Thanks a ton!! Planning to buy XS 10. How is the 16 to 80 mm for video?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I appreciate your kind words. It is fine, as long as you don't change focal length while recording.

[@loveknowsnoborder]

Thanks again for a very helpful guide, Although I'm using the same camera but I use Rode wireless GO 2 for my audio inputs. I'm currently having some audio issues. There is a very audible hissing noise in the background. I have tried removing it by using noise reduction in post but it doesn't completely disappear. Any thoughts or advice on how to rectify this issue ?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

If you have any sense for quality audio, recording in-camera is a mistake. An external recorder will provide superior results in every way. However, if you connect headphones directly to the Rode's output, is that also hissy? If you use another external mic, is it hissy? Are the internal mic recordings hissy?

[@jvlfilms]

Thank you for all that you do on this channel! These videos are top notch quality and provide so much information that I've yet to find elsewhere. I do have one question though: I am very interested in upgrading from my Canon M50 to this body here as it seems EF-M is almost completely dead in the water. A few reviews have mentioned that there's no subject tracking in video besides for face and eye detect. Is this true? I currently have this feature on my Canon body and I can just tap the touch screen to focus and track any subjects until I tap and switch it to something else. I tried looking at the manual and I found this: "When CONTINUOUS AF is chosen for FOCUS MODE, the camera will continuously adjust focus for changes in the distance to the subject at point selected by tapping the display." It sounds like there is tracking in video but I figured I'd ask. Once again, thank you for all of your help. I look forward to all of your future videos! - Jonathan

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words, they are appreciated. I would take a careful analysis of the real deficiencies of my current camera and the benefits I would achieve before deciding to upgrade. It's not that I don't believe the X-S10 isn't a better camera - but it's not that much better that, unless there's a very specific problem, an upgrade would actually be a material improvement.

[@VincenzHerzog]

Great Video, thank you :) Is it possible to record 1080p 60fps 4:2:2 with an external recorder?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, but it depends on the camera's settings as well as the recorder's abilities.

[@apxumar]

God bless You man! This is so helpful!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it helped! I appreciate your kind words.

[@thelonious88]

Thanks, Maarten. I do have the PASM dial to video mode, and checked "mic level" on display custom settings, but no level appears.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Out of ideas, sorry. Have you tried to reset the camera?

[@TawandaTube]

You are an absolute superstar Maarten. Thank you for your always awesome videos. Quick question: at the end when you said "...that slowly drains the internal battery", are you saying using the camera whilst it's charging actually damages the battery?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It doesn't damage it, but it does use it up, which means that even though you're powering it externally, it doesn't last indefinitely. Thanks for your kind words.

[@serhii.chernenko]

thanks for the useful tips! some of them I applied for my xs10 camera. did you have an issue that a recording in 4k make the camera really hot and recording is going to be stopped with a red indicator of temperature. In the room I can't record more than 20-30 mins. I need to switch off the camera and wait 5-10 mins. but next recording will be shorter, maybe 15-20 mins

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thought I mentioned that in the video. Yes, it heats and overheats quickly - about as you described.

[@scottdarvill8132]

Hi Maarten! What SD card should I buy for this camera? I will be using it for both stills and video so I want something that can keep up with the demand but I don't want to spend more than I should and I've read that UHS-II is more than this camera needs. I've been looking at Sandisk SD cards because they were recommended in the user manual. Everyone online suggests buying the extreme pro version but would you say that the cheaper Sandisk ultra would work just as well or should I pay more for the better SD card? Or do you recommend any other brands? Love your videos and thanks in advance for the help!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I agree with the advice you've already heard. For stills only, unless you're doing a lot of bursting, Ultra is fine, but for high bit rate video, I'd recommend Extreme Pro. SanDisk is a good brand, also consider Panasonic, who make excellent quality cards.

[@MisAnkic]

Nice video! Is there a way to assign custom button to chose fast between af mode (afc or afs) because xs10 is missing a wheel front af button like one on xt series?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

You can assign focus mode to any of the customizable function keys.

[@MisAnkic]

@@MaartenHeilbron Thank you!

You are excellent! I have a question about 10 bit recording. Can we have a better footage quality while recording with the film simulations such as Eterna, Classic Chrome etc. in 10 bit? If so, can we distinguish the difference on regular TVs or monitors? In other words, does it make sense to record in ten bits without F-log?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, the quality is better. No, you're unlikely to see it on regular TVs or monitors, even if you're playing it directly from the camera. While it may make sense (future proofing and all that), unless you are going to use the extra information when editing to colour grade, it probably doesn't make sense.

[@AM-bq4cx]

Hi, love ur videos and great work as always. Just a query does the xs10 supports UHS ii card. Can u also make a video on best settings for stills

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words. Only UHS I. There are too many variations, situations and creative decisions to be able to do a generalized video about stills.

[@FrancoCacciatoriInGraziella]

Ehi man very nice review!! Just a couple of question...I don't get when you said that i must set ibis boost off to avoid camera tilt during panning...is that a defect? And since that this camera is not able to shoot 4k 60fps, the file produced is well enough to interpolate it with premiere optical flow to slow it down 50% without any major artifact? And last but not least, Can we record up to 200 megabit also straight on the sd card?? can you snap me a link of sd card that you suggest it? thanks a lot for your patiente

[@MaartenHeilbron]

No camera's in-camera stabilization should be on when using a tripod. Otherwise, when you start to move - pan or tilt - the camera will resist the movement and then jump.If those settings for low motion provide results that are satisfactory to you, then it is good enough.

[@dominicanodennis]

Really good Video Maarten

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Many thanks! Always nice to hear from an appreciative viewer.

[@RobinDupuy]

Thank you for your greats videos👍🏻 I would like if I can change the Film simulation after taken a movie in post without using F-Log. Thank you for reading this😊

[@MaartenHeilbron]

You cannot, with or without F-Log. With stills, it's only possible with RAW files. Fujifilm does not provide the equivalent to RAW recording for video. While F-Log (combined with 10 bit 4:2:2 external recording) does provide sufficient data to do that kind of colour grading, Fujifilm does not provide LUTs that include film simulations.

[@RobinDupuy]

@@MaartenHeilbron Thank you very much for your extra clear answer! I'll get my battery empty and my SD card full😊

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@RobinDupuy Sounds like a plan.

[@keithdennis5085]

Darn. I wanted to watch this video because the X-S10 is more afforadable the the XT-4; but than you attached it to the Fujinon MKX 18-55 for your advanced section, all of a sudden the difference in cost between the X-S10 and the XT-4 seemed pretty meaningless. I do love Fujinon cinema lenses! So why am I quibbling over a few hundred dollars? Nevertheless, I do love the thoroughness of your useful tutorials. Thanks so much! I do so much value your opinions.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Sorry about that. Admittedly, the 16-80 was used for most of the video. Thanks, your kind words are appreciated.

[@keithdennis5085]

@@MaartenHeilbron Before I retired about 10 years ago, my unit had a Fujinon 12-120mm lens with a two-times extender. It was so sweet! 'Wish they would have given it to me as a retirement gift. Alas, they wanted to keep using it! Anyway, I still have fond memories of those days.

[@shadowkz]

a very detailed review thank you! X-S10 can record in H265? or only H264?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words. Only H.264

[@shadowkz]

@@MaartenHeilbron thank you!

[@joshmccullock4996]

Very useful info, thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad it was helpful! Always nice to read my work is appreciated.

[@EmirhanSanl4]

awesome video ! loved it !

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Always nice to hear from viewers who enjoy my videos, thanks for commenting.

[@animaxxx4429]

Legendary tutorial. However I have a question though, what does the DR 100% - 400% does to image other than boosting base ISO ? Did you notice noise in shadow and should we use it in other film simulations (other than Eterna) ? Does 400% in Eterna is comparable to Flog in term of dynamic range ? 😅

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words. I do not think that ISO 640 creates a perceptible change in noise - raising the level of the shadow is (of course) your intent by using DR settings. Fujifilm indicates that Eterna provides best results when used with DR400 - but your use of that setting is certainly not limited to that film simulation. You should use it in any situation where the apparent dynamic range is beyond the sensor's ability. Of course, you can also use the highlight/shadow tone adjustments to similar effect. The changes made to the response of the sensor with F-Log are different than those made with other settings. There is no overall change in dynamic range with Eterna, with or without DR400.

[@animaxxx4429]

@@MaartenHeilbron Okay. Thanks for the answer. 📸

[@jcarlosmaciel]

Thanks for that Marteen! One question about the kit lenses: which one would you recommend between XF 18-55mm f2,8-4 Kit and XF 16-80mm f4 Kit. I've heard that the for video the 18-55 performs better than the 16-80. What's you opinion on that?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I think that the 18-55 or 16-80 is a bit either/or - it can be a mistake to set your video expectations too high with these. The 16-55 is superior, or as suggested, a cine lens if you're serious.

[@poisetops3811]

Hello Sir hope u will notice this . What do u think has more nice video result overall between sony a6400 and this fuji x-s10? im so torn between the two.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Although the Sony offers a bit more control, with a 200Mbps data rate, the X-S10 offers better quality.

[@lelejkj]

Hey hello, I have just bought this camera. I was wondering what does the "slow draining of battery" you mention means if you use a standard charger? Does doing so ruin the battery or what?

[@MaartenHeilbron]

It does not ruin the battery, it just means that it will slowly drain while you're recording. Using a USB-C power delivery type charger does not drain the battery.

[@adiquest]

Morning. I have an X S10 camera 📷. As a DJ, I am constantly filming video in low light with large crowds moving the camera across the stage. What are the best setting do you recommend for a situation like mine? Thank you

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Are the settings I recommend in the video not working for you? I would recommend that you use a tripod (a stable shot will be less noisy) and that you use a lens with a large aperture (F2.8). I suspect that there is a lot of motion in your images, so using a slower shutter (1/30 instead of 1/60) is not advisable. After that it's just how much "noise" you're prepared to tolerate based on the ISO required to achieve a reasonable exposure. F-Log may help, but will require more work.

[@DevinDoesStuffYT]

How are you doing Mr. Heilbon. I stumbled across your video while trying to research cameras to use for my channel. I had 2 questions regarding this camera. One, are there any moderately priced recording monitors that you would recommend? How much storage should I have on those? Second, are there any lenses you would recommend that would allow me to have good background blur, not too expensive, would allow me to add filters in the future and is good for video and pictures. I saw the one you had in the description, and I didn't know if you had any others. I am going to look at your other reviews of the camera. I really enjoyed the video, thank you.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Fine, thanks for asking, although I've been quiet quitting youtube this summer. Also thanks for your kind words. I would recommend the Atomos series of monitor/recorders, that's what I've used since they were first released. The amount of storage needed depends on your resolution and quality needs and chosen codec. As they use SSD technology, you can purchase one or more drives to suit your requirements. For lenses, I recommend the XF 16-55mm. It's a good focal range for video and has a fixed aperture with excellent bokeh. Hope this helps.

[@DevinDoesStuffYT]

@@MaartenHeilbron thank you. Helps a lot. 👍

[@amlax8555]

Very clean and Good video. Can u make video xs10 with 50mm f1.photo and video

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Yes, I do my best to bathe daily. Thanks for the kind words. I've asked Fujifilm Canada for a review copy, along with a few other new lenses.

Helped a lot, thanks!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Glad to hear it! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@dylanjoiner6768]

Hi Maarten, apologies if you've already answered this. Can you recommend one of the two available kit lenses for general purpose, but video biased use? I'm excited to make my first investment in a camera, and the Fuji system.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Either the 18-55 or the 16-80 would be good general purpose lenses.

[@fujitsu555]

Hi Maarten, thanks for the great video! I have a question: if I do not intend to do color grading or any kind of post processing, what settings (film simulation, tonal curve, sharpness) do you recommend? I am shooting mainly home videos of family and kids. Thanks in advance :)

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Depends on the scene. If you're going to grade, might as well shoot F-Log. Otherwise, Classic Chrome, turn the highlight/shadows down and reduce the sharpness so it looks a little less like video and more like film.

[@fujitsu555]

@@MaartenHeilbron thanks for your reply! Appreciate it much.

[@trevorjones8969]

Thanks for this, but I have one issue. When I set to large indicators for LCD screen it turns off my movie camera icon on the screen. It took me ages to figure out what caused the icon to disappear. And, as a result I couldn't follow your instructions until I figured out that it was the display settings you'd recommended that was causing the issue. Is this a quirk of the camera or have I missed something? Thanks again :) Ps - the back dial doesn't change the exposure compensation either. On my almost new X-S10 that changes the shutter speed. :(

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words. I'm sorry that wasn't clear. Large indicators remove some of the display items, including audio meters. Exposure compensation is the default, pressing the dial switches between EC and shutter duration.

[@Runeansfelt]

Hi Maarten, I have the X-S10 but I can't get the realtime audio-monitoring on the left-hand side of the screen as you have. How come? I am using Saramonic Blink 500 Pro Thanks!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Check your screen setup custom display settings - it only appears in video mode. Also, you may need to press the DISP. button.

[@brianfitzrealty]

Also, if you have large icons enabled, that may be preventing the audio meters from displaying.

[@patrickfitzgerald2861]

Hello Maarten! I have an issue with my two day old X-S10, and I hope you can help. I'm getting rather intense moiré when I pan across trees and shrubbery, regardless of how quickly I pan. I'm using your setting recommendations and the 16-80 kit lens. Any ideas? Thanks!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Is the moire in the recording, or just in the VF/LCD display? Have you tried boosting the refresh rate on the display?

[@patrickfitzgerald2861]

@@MaartenHeilbron Sadly, it's in the recordings.

[@pinkplease2374]

Thank you sir! Hopefully fuji can add a firmwate update so that we can use those C dials to save video settings. Since Xs10 looks to be geared towards videography. Please fuji!😏

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Ummm - the video position on the mode dial is the video settings position, the same as a C position.

[@pinkplease2374]

@@MaartenHeilbron As always, Thank you for responding. What I meant was saving different video settings like for slow motion and other frame rates, like the dial 1,2,3 on sony cameras.

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@pinkplease2374 Understood. Yes, would be nice to have more than one video position.

[@thedanyopang]

thanks for the video! Just wondering how you were able to externally power your xs10 while recording, do you need an AC power adapter, I noticed the xs10 doesnt include this while the xt4 does. Others have mentioned needing to buy an external charger but I mostly want to do talking head videos at home so I'm hoping I can power it while recording!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for your kind words. Yes, an AC adapter with USB-C connector that supports the PD (power delivery) capability is required. Alternately, there are also external batteries that provide the same feature.

[@thedanyopang]

@@MaartenHeilbron thanks! Do you mind if I ask where you got your adapter from, I'll try to see if I can buy the same one, sorry for all the question!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Any electronics store will have them - I've also seen them at stores like Costco. There are multiple Asian brands. The most respected one seems to be Anker.

[@thedanyopang]

@@MaartenHeilbron thank you Maarten!!

[@chaddonal4331]

@@MaartenHeilbron How many watts are required?

[@DK4Code]

what mic are you using with the x-s10? i have the deity v3 pro and for some reason I cannot get past -18db even when screaming directly at it.. thank you!

[@MaartenHeilbron]

I use the Deity S-Mic2, but it's powered by a Tascam DR-70D mixer which feeds the camera.

[@SuperwheelieOverland]

New subscriber and binge watching your videos on the X-S10 😊 Thank you so much for taking the time to make these tutorial videos. You’re doing an amazing job 👍 I am thinking about purchasing an x-s10 to step up my game on my videos quality. Quite an overwhelming (and intimidating) amount of parameters to setup 😳 practice makes perfect I suppose 🤓 Any thoughts on what lens to pick for a Jeep adventure style vlog videos ? Thank you 🙏

[@MaartenHeilbron]

Thanks for the kind words, and the subscription - nice to have you join us. What camera are you currently using? Why do you feel the need to upgrade? I'd take a relatively wide angle - 23mm or less. Fujifilm makes a couple of very find 23mm lenses - but the 16mm is also an excellent wide angle.

[@SuperwheelieOverland]

Thank you for the quick reply 😊 I actually do not own a “real” camera at this moment 😖 I shoot all my YT videos with my iphone SE 2 (for vlog & drive by), I also have a GoPro 6 black and a DJI Mavic Air. I use LumaFusion for editing. The reason I want to upgrade is that I am not very happy with my videos quality anymore. I know hardware is a reason (and some user error for sure 😂) but to be honest, I am not sure how much KZbin is responsible for it as it seems like they cripple bitrate and quality when you upload videos depending on what resolution you upload. I just want to step up my game and X-S10 appears to be an amazing “entry level” value (I am on a tight budget). Wide angle definitely makes sense. 16mm was in my mind 🙂. Any video downsides by going with F2.8 vs F1.4 ? Huge price difference! Any thoughts on 10-24 for video? Thank you 😊

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@SuperwheelieOverland Understood. I assume you're mostly shooting outside in sunlight and bokeh isn't an issue for you, so there won't be many advantages to the F1.4. The new 10-24 (with the WR designation) should be better than the older (non WR) version, but haven't yet tried it.

[@SuperwheelieOverland]

Yes. Mostly shooting outside but not necessarily in the sun (could be cloudy, snow or rain sometimes or even shooting in my Jeep). I don’t care much about bokeh BUT I would definitely like some toneh ! 😊 it’s too bad the X-S10 doesn’t appear to be WR 😖 I will wait for your review of the new 10-24 😉 Why is it so hard to decide what camera to buy ?!? 😩

[@MaartenHeilbron]

@@SuperwheelieOverland Because the preferences and needs vary widely from photographer to photographer and situation to situation. I don't think there would ever be a perfect camera.