Nostalgia Meets Utility: Thumb Winder on Fujifilm X-Pro4 and More Wishlists and Ideas for the Next X-Pro

X-Pro4

We just shared an article about a guy, who added a dumb-thumb-winder to this Fujifilm X100VI.

In that article I said that I personally would be happy to see an X half alike winding lever also on the Fujifilm X-Pro4.

Of course this was a very divisive opinion and I thought let’s vote on it.

And speaking of X-Pro4, after the survey I will share a few FR-readers wishlists and a video about it.

And if you think my thumb-winder idea for X-Pro4 is controversial, then you better skip the video of Luca Petralia ;).

Would you like a Multifunctional Thumb Winder on the Fujifilm X-Pro4

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by Arbekowicz

For X-Pro3 successor: Blocking systems for all dials (especially the exposure one), a more usable hidden screen, a frame for 18mm in the OVF, and real coverage or framing (currently I think there’s a 10% gap), a better viewfinder for glasses holders (may they be prescription or solar) and a smart protection for the sensor when changing lenses, like the lock system in Mamiya’s twin lens.

by Nelson

Xpro4 – add 4-way control back to this camera (and to x100v ); vastly improve optical viewer magnification or remove entirely; reduce overall body size if possible.

Don’t Hope for Fujifilm X-Pro4 in 2025 :: GFX Eterna in September and More – Mid-2025 Rumor Check

So far in 2025, we’ve had two X Summits, three brand new Fujifilm camera announcements, two X-mount lenses, and even a couple of new Instax cameras.

That’s quite a gear-packed year already!

And with all that gear also came plenty of rumors.

So let’s take a moment to look back and see how accurate we’ve been so far in 2025 thanks to our sources:

  • 59 rumors shared so far in 2025
  • 1 rumor still to be verified
  • 56 correct rumors out of 57 verifiable rumors
  • 1 wrong rumor
  • 1 rumor not in ranking
  • 98.25% correct rumors

What’s left in terms of rumors for 2025?

Well, not much actually. Which is why below I insert also rumors shared back in 2024 that still have to be verified, such as this X-Pro4 release info rumor and Fujifilm TX-3 rumors. All ranked by reliability.

Rumor Overview with Rating

HIGH RATING*
* 75% to 99% correct

  1. GFX Eterna full announcement in September (shared June 4)
  2. X-Pro3 successor not coming in 2025 (shared December 16, 2024)

MEDIUM HIGH RATING*
*50% to 74% correct

  1. Fujifilm Panoramic Digital Camera currently discussed by Fujifilm (not final decision yet) for release in 2028 (shared May 6, 2024)
    NOTE: I know that this is highly trusted, so they are discussing it. I just don’t rank it higher because this would otherwise give the impression that FujiRumors said this camera will come for sure. And in any case it is still 4 years away, so plans can change.
  2. Fujifilm TX-3 Digital Panoramic Camera: Fujifilm Debating Between Bayer or X-Trans Sensor (shared September 2, 2024)
  3. Next X-Pro coming with improved hybrid viewfinder (shared September 3, 2024)

MEDIUM LOW RATING*
*25% to 49% correct

  1. nothing

LOW RATING*
*1% to 24% correct

  1. nothing. I mean, it could be the longest list considering the number of fakes I got also in 2025. But we don’t like to bother our readers with fake stuff like others do.

THE MID-2025 CHECK

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This Guy Added a Film Lever to his Fujifilm X100VI

Let me say it bluntly: I genuinely like the idea of the thumb winder on the Fujifilm X half.

And to make things worse (or better, depending on your view), I think the film-style multifunction lever would actually be a great addition to future Fujifilm cameras—like a potential Fujifilm X-Pro4.

I know, 67% of you will probably disagree with me. But hey, at least 33% are with me on this one—as the poll clearly shows.

For now, though, the thumb winder remains a unique feature of the Fujifilm X half. And who knows… maybe it’ll stay that way forever.

But apparently, some folks loved the idea so much, they couldn’t wait for Fujifilm to (maybe) implement it in a future camera—so they went ahead and mounted their own film-style winder on the Fujifilm X100VI, as you can see in the images above (and the video below).

Of course, this is purely a cosmetic “dumb-lever”. It doesn’t do anything—other than give you something to fidget with between shots. And for some, that alone might be reason enough to get one.

Personally, though, I think a thumb winder only makes sense on a digital camera if it also serves a functional purpose, like it is in the case of the Fujifilm X half.

Still, this “dumb-winder” shows that some folks want this feature back on digital camera—one way or another.

X100VI Stock Check

 

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July 4th Deals Just Dropped and Amazon Prime Days Are Coming

The 4th of July deals kicked off at B&H Photo here and Adorama here.

Some selected deals:

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Fujifilm X-E5 Fever Dominates June and X-Pro4 Confirmed on Roadmap – Here Are the Top 10 June Articles You Loved Most

Here are the top 10 articles for June.

  1. First Leaked Image of the Fujifilm X-E5 — The Most Beautiful X-E Camera Ever Made!
  2. Fujifilm X-E5 Full Specs and Price
  3. Fujifilm X-E5 and XF23/2.8 Official Teaser: “An Essential X Series Rangefinder-Style Camera is Coming”
  4. Hell Yes, I’m Pre-Ordering the Fujifilm X-E5 — Here’s Why! Will You Join Me? And in Which Color?
  5. Fujifilm XF 23mm F2.8 Pancake Lens Coming June 12
  6. Fujifilm X-E5 Coming with Film Simulation Dial
  7. First Fujifilm X-E5 Product Images
  8. Made-in-Japan Fujifilm X100VI, X-T5, X-T50, and X-M5 Now Available to Order at B&H Photo
  9. Final Fujifilm X-E5 Teaser Shows New Film Simulation Dial and XF23mmF2.8 R WR
  10. Fujifilm Confirms X-Pro is on Roadmap

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