A complete guide to time-lapse photography using the Fujifilm X-T3 camera. This tutorial covers preparing your camera settings, equipment needed, time-lapse tips and help, on-location advice, editing in Lightroom, Photoshop, and Final Cut Pro, and recommendations for great time-lapse photos. The focus is using Fujifilm X-T2 and X-T3 series of cameras.

All time-lapse, studio, and most location footage in this video was shot on the Fujifilm X-T3 camera. Washington DC segment shot on Canon 80D

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This training video is organized as follows:
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1. Setting up your camera for time-lapse
2. Equipment needed on location
3. How to avoid flicker
4. Processing your time-lapse photos
5. Best tips for shooting great time-lapse photos

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Memory cards. Put two of these in the XT-2/XT-3 and you won’t have to worry about running out of space. Here’s what I use: https://amzn.to/2N0Llpl. If you really don't want to worry about running out of space, get the 128 GB version. Also note as one of our viewers, Dennis van Mierlo, pointed out: "Set SD Card Slot setting to Sequential. By using two SD cards, you increase the storage capacity." Very good point there!!!

Best smartphone app to check location of sun: https://www.photoephemeris.com/ (I have no relationship with them -- I just put this link because it think it's a great app).

All the Jekyll Island and studio footage in this video was shot on the Fujifilm X-T3: https://amzn.to/34vncwH

Best non-Fujifilm camera I use for vlogging, some timelapse, and general background coverage: https://amzn.to/2PRvCei (Canon Powershot GX7)

A $11,500 very expensive time-lapse motion control system: https://camblock.com/. Don't buy this unless you have money to burn. Starting out, you are better off learning to use Final Cut Pro or Premier to add motion to your timelapse.

X2 6-Stop ND Filter: https://amzn.to/2ZbgNrg (make sure you choose your correct size!) These are great, but a bit on the more expensive side, filters. I used a 77mm but your needs might be different. Tiffen Filters: https://amzn.to/2ZpbBLJ

Tripod Sand Bag to stabilize tripod: https://amzn.to/340Puyy (don’t forget you need to get the sand! You can p/u some from home depot or whatever or use on location in a pinch)

LR Timelapse software: https://lrtimelapse.com/ (I have zero relationship with them and they have no idea I put this link here)

Fujifilm XT3 and XT2 camera settings to help with manual focus, especially when using manual lenses like the Mitakon Zhongyi Speedmaster 35mm f/0.95 Mark II. The lens is here: https://amzn.to/2Mfw6as

Mechanical vs. Electronic shutter options on the Fujifilm XT3 camera. Advantages and disadvantages of each type of shutter, plus what's possibly the BEST shutter option for most shooting scenarios. Here's where I got the Mug: https://amzn.to/2mY7YiE (since I've been asked, LOL!)

Produced and Directed by Chris Lee

My favorite manual focus setting for Fujifilm XT3 and XT3 mirrorless cameras. Focus Peak Highlighting allows photographers to easily see what's in focus (and what is blurry) and is a great feature to start incorporating into your professional photography workflow.

Latest price for Fujifilm XT3 Camera: https://amzn.to/2ObvSAR

Beginner tutorial on all the focus modes of the Fujifilm XT-3 camera. The camera's focus mode settings that are explained also apply to the Fujifilm XT-2 as well. #fujifilm #xt3 #tutorial

Director and Host: Chris Lee

Apollo 11 Lego Set. It’s so cool! https://amzn.to/2O4P32A

Link to the official Fuijifilm Focus Mode site: https://fujifilm-x.com/af/en/

AF-C Custom Settings:
TRACKING SENSITIVITY
This parameter determines how long the camera waits to switch focus when an object enters the focus area behind or in front of the current subject. The higher the value, the longer the camera will wait.
SPEED TRACKING SENSITIVITY
This parameter determines how sensitive the tracking system is to changes in subject velocity. The higher the value, the greater the precision with which the system attempts to respond to sudden movement.
ZONE AREA SWITCHING
This parameter determines the focus area given priority in zone AF.
CENTER: Zone AF assigns priority to subjects in the center of the zone.
AUTO: The camera locks focus on the subject at the center of the zone and then switches focus areas as necessary to track it.
FRONT: Zone AF assigns priority to the subjects closest to the camera.

Best settings for vlogging on the Fujifilm X-T3 mirrorless camera. This tutorial discusses camera setup, equipment needed, and an option for a on-camera flip around mirror accessory.

Produced and Directed by Chris Lee

IMPORTANT NOTE: When making the suggested settings in the video, make sure you have the top left dial set to video mode, otherwise some of the menu items may not appear.

My #1 Vlogging Lens Recommendation:
Fujinon XF18-55mmF2.8-4 R LM OIS
https://amzn.to/2ZK3dKV

Second choice vlogging lens from Fujifilm: Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS (https://amzn.to/2PUHr3H)

Variable ND Filter. A ‘must-have’, especially for shooting in sunlight when your fps is 24 and your shutter speed is 48: Tiffen 58mm Variable ND Filter (https://amzn.to/2A3Fl6B)

Microphone: Rode VideoMicPro (https://amzn.to/2PY6F0T)

Cheaper one (and just fine for vlogging): Rode VideoMicro Compact On-Camera Microphone with Rycote Lyre Shock Mount (https://amzn.to/2LqvKx8). In the video I referred to this one as 'Rode Video Go' but that's a different mic and not as good a sound quality.

Tripod: JOBY GorillaPod 1K Kit (https://amzn.to/2N3BUoW). GorillaPod’s are not bad, but can be kinda goofy sometimes with the legs. You do need something that can hold the weight of the camera, the mic, and maybe even an external light as well. This one works well for me. Make sure it comes with the ball head.

Fujifilm XT3 camera's touch screen settings tutorial. How to use the touch screen on the XT3, best settings for focus and shot still photography mode, video silent control, and some additional tips for shooting with the new touch screen controls. Visit the YouTube channel here to download your certificate. Look for link in the description.

Special HIDDEN Fujifilm X-T3 Camera Feature!