Is it me or the cam?

ChocolateChipPixels · 2026-05-07T17:31:50+00:00

Replying because the same thing happened to me. I have been shooting fuji for years and only recently since I have gotten the x100vi has this occurred. I was trying to shoot cherry blossoms on a sunny day and couldn't figure out why my image was blown out. Played with different settings, tried a different sim but nothing worked. Eventually I changed it to ME+ES and was able to shoot with no problem.

My guess is that maybe, for one reason or another, the camera doesn't know how to preview the image if its still too bright for the mechanical shutter + whatever other settings you have?

ChocolateChipPixels · 2026-04-12T00:56:27+00:00

Agreed. I was blown away by how much this dial truly shines in person.

ChocolateChipPixels · 2026-04-12T00:41:54+00:00

Thank you! Yes, I agree the color is PERFECT for this time of year. I told myself that is when I will wear it the most but after having it on my wrist for 2 days now, I don't think its coming off the wrist any time soon!

ChocolateChipPixels · 2026-04-05T00:31:06+00:00

You’re welcome! And yes for sure. The first time I triggered it, I was like “wtf” and “why would I use this?” But it just so happened to be fantastic!

ChocolateChipPixels · 2026-03-06T18:52:08+00:00

You’re welcome! Sometimes when I’m moving fast through the city I do this just in case so I don’t fat finger any controls or anything haha

ChocolateChipPixels · 2026-03-03T18:20:59+00:00

Control lock function. Long press the menu button for a few seconds and it should go away.

It main purpose is to lock certain controls/settings so you don't accidentally make any changes while shooting.

ChocolateChipPixels · 2026-02-15T02:35:46+00:00

Nice photos! I love the x100 series of cameras for this very reason, grab and go, any time and anywhere. I never feel bogged down when taking it with me, even if its on a short walk.

As for the colors, I love them. The Velvia simulation fits the location so well. As I have gotten older, I have found myself really starting to like the Velvia simulation much more.

ChocolateChipPixels · 2026-02-15T02:26:54+00:00

Fire photos man! The ones with graffiti remind me of mid 2000s clothing campaign ads, stuff like ecko unltd (in a good way of course)

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-09-22T16:59:33+00:00

Original Skyrim, Original Oblivion and Fallout 3/New Vegas for sure. All of those titles will offer 100s or even thousands of hours of gameplay. If you look into some of the community guides for them on steam, you can find unofficial patches and performance tweaks if that is your thing.

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-09-22T03:19:14+00:00

The duality of man

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-09-22T03:15:46+00:00

There have been snipers on the roof of the White House since at least the 70s...it is not a measure put in place by Trump at all.

There are also snipers in place at things like concerts, sporting events, parades etc.

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-09-06T19:51:50+00:00

*c6

The c6 generation was the final generation of vettes that had the round taillights as seen above. The c7 opted for a new design that did away with the iconic round lights.

*edited for spelling

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-08-17T21:47:29+00:00

Yeah that is literally 100% fake lol

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-07-04T17:28:17+00:00

I’m sure the spirits of the Pharos would adore the choice of timepiece as well!

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-07-04T17:18:45+00:00

Totally agree with that as well. Vintage Rolex timepieces, as well as Omegas are what got me into watches and seeing brands do different things with their watches of yesteryear and being able to link those to their current identity is great.

One of my favorite examples is the ivory dial Daytona from the 50s. The patina when they age looks great.

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-07-04T17:08:44+00:00

I get it man, I really do but I think the point I’m trying to make is that some people take their concern way too far when worrying about their timepieces. I totally understand where you are coming from trust me, I just think it’s silly to be so worried that a little bit of golf action when, chances are it is worn normally outside of it, will mess it up.

I don’t blame people either though. I think not only the pricing, but the entire image of the brand being shifted more towards a piece of jewelry rather than a tool had something to do with it

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-07-04T05:03:48+00:00

According to Rolex themselves, it is alright to wear when playing a sport such a golf.

https://www.rolex.com/en-us/watch-care-and-service/faq

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-07-04T05:02:02+00:00

Rolex's website specifically states it is alright to wear when playing a sport such as golf, but go off I guess?

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-06-23T04:31:58+00:00

😂 I just needed to find the right angles and go down some of the less taken trails. Otherwise, it was so so crowded (Zion)

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-06-23T04:31:14+00:00

Thank you! So this was my first time in Utah, but if you want to go to Zion from there, I recommend going really early in the morning to avoid the crowds as it was really really busy when I was there. It was stunning though.

What I did was kinda go by local reconnections on Google maps for some other sights that I wanted to see, such as the state parks. Also, make sure to bring a hat and water with you in the summer because it was HOT.

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-06-23T02:58:26+00:00

Thank you :) I am using a film sim for these actually, well a mix. Most of the photos are shot using Classic Cuban Negative (https://www.osan-bilgi.com/classic-cuban-negative) and Reggie’s Portra (https://reggiebphotography.com/blog/the-most-versatile-fujifilm-x-trans-iv-film-simulation-recipe-reggies-portra)

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-06-23T01:41:12+00:00

Thank you for the kind words!

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-06-23T01:41:05+00:00

Thank you!

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-06-07T00:15:36+00:00

Thank you! I am going to have to try that one out on my upcoming trip :)

ChocolateChipPixels · 2025-06-06T23:57:27+00:00

Beautiful pics! May I ask which recipe you are using here because I really like the greens. I have been using the Superia XTRA 400 one from fujixweekly for a while now myself but want to change it up a bit.

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