Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Your Fujifilm camera hides your real depth of field until the moment you press the shutter. Here is how to see it, control it, and read it before you ever take the shot. When you frame a shot, your Fujifilm shows the scene at the lens's widest aperture, so you are only seeing the shallowest depth of field possible. That is great for focusing, but it hides what your final image will actually look like once you stop down.
I walk through the built-in tools Fujifilm gives you to preview and measure depth of field, plus the one menu setting that trips up a lot of shooters. NOTE: Today's video is a rerun of several classic pal2tech episodes on Depth of Field. All new videos next week! Get notified when I release a new video: pal2tech.com/newsletter
📔 Table of Contents
0:00 What Depth of Field Means
0:41 Why Your Viewfinder Shows f/1.4
1:51 The Depth of Field Preview Button
3:20 Turn On the Focus Distance Scale
3:48 Switch Between Feet and Meters
4:05 How to Read the Blue Focus Bar
5:28 Pixel vs Film Format Basis
7:23 The Circle of Confusion Explained
7:53 Three Ways to Increase Depth of Field
8:08 Wrap Up
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Fujifilm XT5: geni.us/p5vnF
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Photography: youtube.com/watch?v=0bqOB_XGBVE&list=PL08Pbx9OieV2W2IiaidJOfBwVasFTxjn7
Flash Photography: youtube.com/watch?v=RsFBR_xopqE&list=PL08Pbx9OieV1NZ0ZGdBVm3yqrTp-gka_M
Learn Fujifilm Filmmaking: youtube.com/watch?v=P5BX0FZQfhY&list=PL08Pbx9OieV0ORgd9lQNIDRZHzg6YWPFO
ISO: youtube.com/watch?v=RjjCa73XxsY&list=PL08Pbx9OieV2hkAFcQtVazdXP-M9gJZ7l
Lens Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL08Pbx9OieV0eCrdjb-UC0_5xlrN0hx21
Product Reviews: youtube.com/watch?v=LnoUR6GsVwo&list=PL08Pbx9OieV2-ml_FHoAH0YE_7y4-rhRY
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Cameras and B-Roll: Cameron Lee
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Your Fujifilm camera hides your real depth of field until the moment you press the shutter. Here is how to see it, control it, and read it before you ever take the shot. When you frame a shot, your Fujifilm shows the scene at the lens's widest aperture, so you are only seeing the shallowest depth of field possible. That is great for focusing, but it hides what your final image will actually look like once you stop down.
I walk through the built-in tools Fujifilm gives you to preview and measure depth of field, plus the one menu setting that trips up a lot of shooters. NOTE: Today's video is a rerun of several classic pal2tech episodes on Depth of Field. All new videos next week! Get notified when I release a new video: pal2tech.com/newsletter
📔 Table of Contents
0:00 What Depth of Field Means
0:41 Why Your Viewfinder Shows f/1.4
1:51 The Depth of Field Preview Button
3:20 Turn On the Focus Distance Scale
3:48 Switch Between Feet and Meters
4:05 How to Read the Blue Focus Bar
5:28 Pixel vs Film Format Basis
7:23 The Circle of Confusion Explained
7:53 Three Ways to Increase Depth of Field
8:08 Wrap Up
🎥 Gear Discussed/Used In Video
Fujifilm XT5: geni.us/p5vnF
My Gear: pal2tech.com/gear
🚀 Connect With Me Here
Website: pal2tech.com
Join me at pal2tech BACKSTAGE: pal2tech.com/backstage
Get notified when I release a new video: pal2tech.com/newsletter
My podcast: doneoverperfect.com
Medium: medium.com/@pal2tech
🧰 Discounts On Services and Tools
Brands, if you would like to offer a special discount for our viewers, please contact us to get started!
📺 See These Videos!
Fujifilm Camera Settings: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL08Pbx9OieV2qw6K6E2M4ep6UfFmzY5VU
Photography: youtube.com/watch?v=0bqOB_XGBVE&list=PL08Pbx9OieV2W2IiaidJOfBwVasFTxjn7
Flash Photography: youtube.com/watch?v=RsFBR_xopqE&list=PL08Pbx9OieV1NZ0ZGdBVm3yqrTp-gka_M
Learn Fujifilm Filmmaking: youtube.com/watch?v=P5BX0FZQfhY&list=PL08Pbx9OieV0ORgd9lQNIDRZHzg6YWPFO
ISO: youtube.com/watch?v=RjjCa73XxsY&list=PL08Pbx9OieV2hkAFcQtVazdXP-M9gJZ7l
Lens Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL08Pbx9OieV0eCrdjb-UC0_5xlrN0hx21
Product Reviews: youtube.com/watch?v=LnoUR6GsVwo&list=PL08Pbx9OieV2-ml_FHoAH0YE_7y4-rhRY
🎬 Production Notes:
Producer and Host: Chris Lee
Cameras and B-Roll: Cameron Lee
❤️ Support This Channel
If you wish to support the channel, there are three ways:
1. Join pal2tech BACKSTAGE: pal2tech.com/backstage
2. Use PayPal: paypal.me/pal2tech
3. Join this channel here: youtube.com/channel/UCBT6ZUFLWSkghYRzPQkWbhA/join
This is very much appreciated. All donations go toward the funding of future videos.
👥 Contact Info
Business or advertising inquiries only: media@pal2tech.com
PRODUCT REVIEW OR TO SEND SOMETHING:
pal2tech
301 Kelly Drive, Suite 3-165
Peachtree City, GA 30269
United States
📺 About This Channel
pal2tech offers fun and easy-to-follow photography and camera training videos, tech products, and help for camera owners. Also, camera settings, tips/tricks, photography techniques, photo editing, and business strategies. You'll also find technology and device reviews, video production training, Fujifilm X series camera information, and lens reviews.
NOTE: All reviews are independent. Vendors or companies have no involvement in the creation or editorial direction of any video. Some links may be affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel.
#fujifilm #pal2tech #photography
