Fujifilm X-T2 Camera Firmware 2.00 Download

Posted at May 2, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

Fujifilm X-T2 Camera Firmware 2.00 Description

Changes:

Shooting RAW in Bracketing and Advanced Filters
- The update enables you to use the RAW format when shooting not only in AE Bracketing but also in other Bracketing modes (ISO, Dynamic Range, White Balance, Film Simulations) and also in Advanced Filter modes.

Extended ISO 125 and 160 selectable
- The update adds ISO125 and ISO160 to extended ISO levels available.

Programmable long exposure of up to 15 minutes
- Long exposure in the T mode currently goes only up to 30 seconds. The update will allow users to extend it up to 15 minutes.

ON/OFF for 1/3-step shutter speed adjustment
- The update allows you to turn off the Command Dial's function to adjust shutter speed by 1/3 steps in order to prevent unintended adjustments.

Full-range ISO adjustments with the Command Dial
- With the update, set the ISO "A" position to "Command" to adjust ISO sensitivity across the full range, including extended ISOs, with the Front Command Dial.

"AUTO" setting added for the minimum shutter speed in the ISO Auto setting
- The update adds an AUTO option for the minimum shutter speed in the ISO Auto setting, that allows the camera to automatically define the minimum shutter speed according to the focal length of the lens attached.

Faster "Face Detection AF"
- The update enables the use of Phase Detection AF for faster performance in Face Detection AF.

Improved in-focus indication in the AF-C mode
- The update reduces focus hunting in the AF-C mode, making it easier to track a subject.

Addition of a smaller Focus Point size in Single Point AF
- The update adds a smaller Focus Point size in Single Point AF, bringing the total number of available sizes to six. The new smallest size facilitates pin-point focusing.
- This function used with tether shooting will become available with "Tether Shooting Plug-in PRO for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Ver.1.5.0".

Addition of "Portrait / Landscape AF Mode Switching"
- The update allows you to specify separate AF mode and AF point settings for portrait orientation and landscape orientation.
- This function used with tether shooting will become available with "Tether Shooting Plug-in PRO for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Ver.1.5.0". If you are using Ver.1.4.0 or before, set STORE AF MODE BY ORIENTATION to OFF in AF/MF SETTING.

Change of focus frame position while enlarging it
- The update allows you to move the position of focus frame while enlarging it in Single Point in the AF-S mode or in the Manual Focus.

Activation of the Eye Sensor in video recording
- The update allows you to use the Eye Sensor during video recording to automatically switch between EVF and LCD.

Change of ISO sensitivity during video recording
- The update allows you to change ISO setting during video recording.

Re-autofocusing in video recording
- With the update, half-press the Shutter Release button or press the button assigned to "AF-ON" function during video recording to re-do autofocusing.

Display live histogram during video recording
- The update allows you to display a live histogram during video recording.

Optimization of external microphone's input level
- The update optimizes external microphone's input level (lower limit revised from -12dB to 20dB) to reduce white noise when an external microphone with preamp is connected.

Addition of "Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display" in the View Mode
- The update gives the "Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display" option in the View Mode that allows you to shoot through the viewfinder and check images on the LCD, just as you would with an SLR.

Constant "Dual display mode"
- With the update, the small window in the Dual mode stays on even when you half-press the shutter release button.

Automatic vertical GUI for LCD
- With the update, when you hold the camera in the portrait orientation, the camera will automatically display the GUI on the LCD in the same orientation.

Name Custom Settings
- The update allows you to assign a specific name to Custom Settings 1 - 7.
- [How to set] IMAGE QUALITY SETTING>EDIT/SAVE CUSTOM SETTING>CUSTOM1-7>EDIT CUSTOM NAME

Copyright information in EXIF data
- The update allows you to register the photographer's name and the copyright holder's name in advance so that the camera automatically adds the information to EXIF data for each image.
- [How to set] SET UP>SAVE DATA SET-UP>COPYRIGHT INFO

Voice Memo function
- The update enable you to record 30-second "Voice Memo" clips in the Playback mode.
- [How to set] PLAY BACK MENU>VOICE MEMO SETTING>ON
- When recorded images are displayed, press the front command dial for a while to start memo recording. When you remove your finger from the dial, it stops.

Extended AE Bracketing
- The update extends AE Bracketing from the current 3 frames +/-2EV to up to 9 frames +/-3EV.

Addition of "Shoot Without Card" mode
- With the update, you can have the "Shoot Without Card" mode turned OFF so that the camera cannot shoot when there is no SD card inserted.
- [How to set] SET UP>BUTTON/DIAL SET

Precautions:

- If firmware updating fails, the camera may no longer operate correctly in some cases. Carefully read the notes provided here.
- Always use the fully-charged battery when updating the firmware as a basic manner. Never turn the camera off or attempt to use any of the camera controls while the firmware is being overwritten.
- Firmware updating requires approximately 90 seconds.
- Once the firmware has been updated, some data of the previous version cannot be restored.
- Please check here if you encounter any problems.

Installations Instructions:

- Put the formatted memory card to a card reader slot of your PC / Mac.
- Download the firmware
- Copy the downloaded file to the card.
- Take the card from the card reader slot after the copy is completed and put it to the camera.
- Use a fully charged battery. If the camera turns off during the firmware update, it won't work well.
- The time for the firmware update varies depending on the capacity of the firmware, but it is approx. 90 sec. Never turn off the camera and operate it during the firmware update.
- Turn the camera on pressing "DISP/BACK" button to show the display in the right. Then, press the "MENU/OK" button
- After confirming the item as [BODY] to update the camera body, press [OK] button.
- Press the [OK] button to go to next step.
- Press the [UP button] to select "OK".
- Press the [OK] button.
- Firmware updating is started.
- It takes approximately 90 seconds for completing the firmware update.
- When this screen appears, the firmware update has been successfully completed.
- Turn the camera off.
- Check the upgraded firmware.
- By following the above procedure "Firmware version checking procedure", you can see the firmware version.
- Format the card.

About Digital Camera Updates:

Updating to a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your camera can improve the device’s overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camera’s firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event the currently installed version is faulty or the device’s performance dropped after an upgrade. However, bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

It is recommended that changing the camera’s firmware be performed when the new release resolves an issue that your device has been encountering, or adds a new feature (or enhances an existing one) that could prove useful for you.

This process isn’t intended to be destructive, but still, it’s best to save all your personal data and configurations before applying a different firmware. Moreover, make sure that the battery is fully charged and don’t use the camera’s buttons while the installation is in progress.

When it comes to the update method, usually, you must copy the firmware file onto a compatible memory card, insert it into the camera, and browse from the menu to the device’s update section.

However, each device has various ways to enter the update mode and particular steps that should be taken for a successful upgrade, therefore make sure you read the product’s installation guide.

That being said, if you consider that this firmware improves your device in any way, then hit the download button and get the desired version; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don’t miss the update that will boost your camera’s performance. 

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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