FUJIFILM
DIGITAL CAMERA X-S20
New Features Guide
Version 3.00
Features added or changed as a result of firmware updates may no longer match the descriptions in the documentation supplied with this product. Visit our website for information on the updates available for different products: https://fujifilm-x.com/support/download/firmware/cameras/
Contents
X-S20 firmware version 3.00 adds or updates the features listed below. For the latest manuals, visit the following website: https://fujifilm-dsc.com/en/manual/
| No. | Description | X-S20 [manual] | See | Ver. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Photos and movies can now be uploaded to Frame.io. Accordingly, Frame.io Camera to Cloud has been added to the network/USB setting menu, and the content of the NETWORK SETTING has been changed. | 10, 220, 246, 258, 265 | 1, 2, 6, 7, 9, 17, 19 | 2.00 |
| 2 | REALA ACE option has been added to IMAGE QUALITY SETTING > FILM SIMULATION in the photo menu and IMAGE QUALITY SETTING > FILM SIMULATION in the movie menu. | 132, 202 | 3 | 3.00 |
| 3 | WIDE/TRACKING has been added under AF MODE in AF/MF SETTING. | 206 | 5 | 2.00 |
| 4 | RAW has been added under Bluetooth/SMARTPHONE SETTING > SELECT FILE TYPE in the network/USB setting menu. | 264 | 16 | 2.00 |
| 5 | FIRMWARE UPDATE has been added under USER SETTING in the setup menu, and the firmware update method has been changed. | 273, 368 | 19, 20 | 2.00 |
Changes and Additions
Changes and additions are as follows.
Electronic Viewfinder and LCD Monitor Displays for Frame.io
The following sections describe how the camera's displays indicate the status of Frame.io uploads and connections.
Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Display
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Page 10
The EVF can display icons related to Frame.io connectivity and upload status.
- Icon [icon 17]: The camera displays icons showing the status of files selected for or currently undergoing upload to Frame.io.
- Icon [icon 62]: The camera displays an icon showing the status of the connection to Frame.io.
LCD Monitor Display
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Page 12
The LCD monitor also displays icons for Frame.io connectivity and upload status.
- Icon [icon 6]: The camera displays icons showing the status of files selected for or currently undergoing upload to Frame.io.
- Icon [icon 64]: The camera displays an icon showing the status of the connection to Frame.io.
Note: The specific icons and their placement may vary based on the firmware version and display context.
Film Simulation
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Pages 132, 202
Simulate the effects of different kinds of film, including black-and-white (with or without color filters). Choose a palette according to your subject and creative intent.
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| AUTO | The camera will automatically select the best film simulation mode according to the scene. This option is available when the mode dial is set to AUTO. |
| PROVIA/STANDARD | Ideal for a wide range of subjects. |
| Velvia/VIVID | Vibrant reproduction, ideal for landscape and nature. |
| ASTIA/SOFT | Softer color and contrast for a more subdued look. |
| CLASSIC CHROME | Soft color and enhanced shadow contrast for a calm look. |
| REALA ACE | Faithful color reproduction with hard tonality suitable for various scenes. |
| PRO Neg. Hi | Ideal for portrait with slightly enhanced contrast. |
| PRO Neg. Std | Neutral tonality, best for editing images. Ideal for portrait with soft gradations and skin tones. |
| CLASSIC Neg. | Enhanced color with hard tonality to increase image depth. |
| NOSTALGIC Neg. | Amber tinted highlights and rich shadow tone for printed photo look. |
| ETERNA/CINEMA | Soft color and rich shadow tone suitable for film look movie. |
| ETERNA BLEACH BYPASS | Unique color with low saturation and high contrast. Suitable for still and movie. |
| ACROS | Shoot in Black and White in rich details with sharpness. Available with yellow (Ye), red (R), and green (G) filters, which deepen shades of gray corresponding to hues complementary to the selected color.
|
| MONOCHROME | Shoots in black and white. Available with yellow (Ye), red (R), and green (G) filters, which deepen shades of gray corresponding to hues complementary to the selected color.
|
| SEPIA | Shoots in sepia tone. |
Additional Notes:
- Film simulation options can be combined with tone and sharpness settings.
- Film simulation settings can also be accessed via shortcuts.
- For more information, visit: https://fujifilm-x.com/products/film-simulation/
AF Mode
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Page 206
Choose how the camera selects the focus point for movie recording.
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| MULTI | The camera selects the focus area automatically. |
| WIDE/TRACKING | The camera tracks the subject automatically if the focus stick (focus lever) is pushed to the center or the screen is touched when the focus mode is CONTINUOUS AF. The camera selects the focus subject automatically when the focus mode is SINGLE AF. |
| AREA | The camera focuses on the subject in the selected focus area. |
Supported Features
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Page 246
This camera supports the following features:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Connecting to the smartphone app | Connect to smartphones via Bluetooth® and upload pictures or control the camera remotely while the smartphone displays the view through the lens. |
| USB card readers | Connect a card reader to a computer or smartphone via USB and copy pictures from memory cards. |
| Web camera | Connect the camera to a computer via USB for use as a webcam. |
| instax printers | Print pictures on connected instax printers. |
| Tethered photography | Take pictures from a computer to which the camera is connected ("tethered") via wireless LAN or USB. |
| Upload to Frame.io | Upload files to Frame.io. |
| RAW processing | Harness the power of the camera's image processing engine when processing RAW pictures on a computer. |
| Saving and Loading Settings | Save camera settings to, or load existing settings from, a computer or smartphone. |
Frame.io Connection Status
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Page 10, 15
The camera indicator lamp and the EVF/LCD displays show the status of its connection to Frame.io.
Camera Indicator Lamp Display
| Indicator lamp | Connection status |
|---|---|
| Blinks red | No network connection. |
| Glows red | No network connection; pictures awaiting upload. |
| Blinks orange | Connected to network but not to Frame.io. |
| Blinks orange and red | Connected to network but not to Frame.io; pictures awaiting upload. |
| Blinks green | Ready for upload to Frame.io. |
| Blinks green and red | Ready for upload to Frame.io; pictures awaiting upload. |
EVF/LCD Displays
The status of the connection to Frame.io is also shown by an icon in the electronic viewfinder or LCD monitor.
| Icon | Connection status |
|---|---|
| [Frame.io icon - white] | Connected to Frame.io. |
| [Frame.io icon - amber] | Camera has temporarily suspended upload to Frame.io. To resume, select Frame.io Camera to Cloud > UPLOAD SETTING > TRANSFER/SUSPEND > TRANSFER. |
| [Frame.io icon - gray] | Not connected to Frame.io. |
| [Frame.io icon - red] | Frame.io server has set camera status to "paused". To restore connection, clear "paused" status using computer or other device. |
Uploading Files to Frame.io
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Pages 258-265
This section details how to upload files to Frame.io, covering both wireless LAN and IP address connections, as well as selecting items for upload.
Connecting via Wireless LAN
Connect to Frame.io via wireless LAN.
- Select in the network/USB setting menu.
- Select .
You can also select or edit existing network.
- Select . Select to choose the IP address manually as described in "Connecting Using an IP Address" (Page 11).
- Select .
To select a wireless LAN router or enter the router SSID manually, choose .
- Follow the on-screen instructions to ready the wireless LAN router.
You also have the option of connecting using a PIN. Display the camera PIN by pressing the focus stick (focus lever) up and enter it on the wireless LAN router.
- Press when setup is complete.
- Select in the network/USB settings menu.
- Once connected, select . A pairing code will be displayed.
Next Steps:
- Sign in to Frame.io from a computer or other device and enter the pairing code displayed on the camera.
- Upload files to Frame.io (See Page 14).
Connecting Using an IP Address
Connect to Frame.io using a manually-created network/USB setting profile giving the IP address and other network settings.
- Select .
Select AUTO to assign the camera an IP address automatically.
- Enter an IP address:
- Select and enter an IP address.
- Select and enter a subnet mask.
- Select and enter a gateway address.
- Select and enter a DNS server address.
Uploading Selected Items Using "Frame.io Camera to Cloud"
- Select in the network/USB settings menu.
- Select .
The NETWORK and Frame.io fields show the status of the connection to Frame.io. The PROJECT and USER fields show information supplied to Frame.io using a computer or other device. Note that some characters may not display correctly, in which case they will be replaced by question marks ("?").
- Mark items for upload. Highlight photos and movies and press to mark them for upload.
- To display only items that meet selected criteria, press before marking begins.
- To select all items, press the button.
- Selecting any two items with the button also selects all items between them.
- Press and select . The selected items will be uploaded to Frame.io.
Filtering Items
To display only items that meet selected criteria, press in the selection dialog and select .
Selecting FILTERING removes any existing upload marking.
Image transfer orders can contain a maximum of 9999 items. If ON is selected for Frame.io Camera to Cloud > IMAGE TRANSFER WHILE POWER OFF, upload will continue even while the camera is off.
Uploading Photos and Movies as They Are Taken
Photos and movies shot with ON selected for Frame.io Camera to Cloud > UPLOAD SETTING > AUTO IMAGE TRANSFER ORDER in the network/USB setting menu are automatically marked for upload.
Select File Type for Upload
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Pages 264, 265
Choose the types of files uploaded. You can select or deselect each file type individually.
| Options | ||
|---|---|---|
| JPEG | RAW | HEIF |
| MOV/MP4 | TIFF | RAW |
Note: The table structure in the original document is slightly ambiguous regarding distinct file types. This representation combines them.
Frame.io Camera to Cloud Settings
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Pages 265, 265
Adjust settings for use with Frame.io.
CONNECT
You can connect to the Frame.io project via wireless LAN.
If you have not registered the network, register the network in the NETWORK SETTING before proceeding.
DISCONNECT
End the connection to the Frame.io project and terminate the network connection.
GET PAIRING CODE
A pairing code will be displayed to connect to the Frame.io project. Enter this code on the Frame.io screen accessed from your personal computer or tablet to connect Frame.io and the camera.
SELECT FILE TYPE
Choose the types of files uploaded to Frame.io. You can select or deselect each file type individually.
| Options | ||
|---|---|---|
| MOV/MP4 | JPEG | RAW |
| HEIF | TIFF | RAW |
UPLOAD SETTING
Adjust settings for Frame.io upload settings.
SELECT IMAGE & TRANSFER
Mark pictures for upload.
AUTO IMAGE TRANSFER ORDER
Select ON to automatically mark photos and movies for upload as they are taken.
| Options | |
|---|---|
| ON | OFF |
TRANSFER/SUSPEND
Pause or resume upload to Frame.io.
| Options | |
|---|---|
| TRANSFER | SUSPEND |
IMAGE TRANSFER WHILE POWER OFF
If ON is selected, upload of files to Frame.io will continue while the camera is off.
| Options | |
|---|---|
| ON | OFF |
ROOT CERTIFICATE
Copy a root certificate to the camera for use with Frame.io.
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| LOAD FROM MEMORY CARD | Copy the root certificate from the camera memory card. |
| DELETE | Delete the current root certificate. |
Network Setting
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Page 265
Adjust settings for connection to wireless networks. Select a registered network and then select EDIT to change the selected network setting.
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| ACCESS POINT SETTING |
|
| IP ADDRESS SETTING |
|
Firmware Updates
Page Reference: X-S20 Owner's Manual, Pages 273, 368
Use the firmware stored on a memory card to update the firmware for the camera, lenses, and other accessories.
When the firmware has been updated, and features have been added and/or changed, update the firmware.
After updating to the latest firmware, the features of the camera may differ somewhat from what is listed in this manual.
Downloading Firmware
First download the latest firmware and save it to a memory card. For the method to download the firmware, refer to the following website: https://fujifilm-x.com/support/download/firmware/cameras/
Updating Firmware
Firmware can be updated in the following ways:
Updating the Firmware When Starting the Camera
Insert a memory card containing the new firmware into the camera. While pressing the button, turn on the camera. The firmware can be updated. After the update is finished, turn the camera off once.
Updating the Firmware From the Setup Menus
Insert a memory card containing the new firmware into the camera. Select to update the firmware.
Updating the Firmware Using a Smartphone App (manual update)
If you are using a smartphone app, you can update the firmware from the app. For details, refer to the following website: https://fujifilm-dsc.com/
Updating the Firmware Using a Smartphone App (automatic update)
If FUJIFILM XApp Ver. 2.0.0 or later is used, the latest firmware will be automatically downloaded to the camera from your smartphone.
- When using the camera, a confirmation screen will be displayed if the update is ready. Select .
If CANCEL is selected, the confirmation screen will be displayed again when the camera is turned on on the next day or later.
- When the selection screen is displayed, select .
- Select to display the confirmation screen 3 days later.
- Select to display no confirmation screen.
- Select .
- Follow the instructions on the screen to update the firmware.
- When the update completion screen is displayed, turn the camera off.
Important Notes on Firmware Updates:
- Use a battery with a sufficient charge to update the firmware. Do not turn off or operate the camera during an update. If the camera is turned off during a firmware update, the camera may no longer operate normally.
- Nothing will be displayed on the EVF during a firmware update. Use the LCD monitor.
- The time required for a firmware update depends on the size of the firmware. At most, it may take about 10 minutes.
- It is not possible to return to a previous version after the firmware has been updated.
- If an error message appears while the firmware is being updated, refer to the following website: https://fujifilm-x.com/support/download/error-message/
Checking the Firmware Version
To see the version information, turn on the camera while pressing the button.
The camera will only display the firmware version if a memory card is inserted.
To view the firmware version or update firmware for optional accessories such as interchangeable lenses, shoe-mounted flash units, and mount adapters, mount the accessories on the camera.
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