Fujifilm TX-3 Digital XPan Lens Patent Surfaced?
A while ago, we shared that Fujifilm was considering launching a digital successor to the legendary XPan/TX series in 2028.
For now, let’s just call it the Fujifilm TX-3 — the spiritual digital follow-up to the Fujifilm TX-2 panoramic film camera.
Back in 2024, when we first reported on this, we clearly said it was just something Fujifilm was considering. If they decide to move forward, the plan would be to launch it in time for the 30th anniversary of the original Fujifilm TX-1 — a true 65×24 format panoramic camera introduced in 1998.
The last update I received dates back to September 2024, and it hinted at the possible sensor details. Since then… silence.
And to be clear – READ THIS: I have not received any rumor that Fujifilm decided to give it a go. We are soon in 2026, and considering that it takes Fujifilm about 2 years to develop a fully new camera, I guess they must have made their mind about it by now. But I have no information if they decided to make one or not.
With that said, let’s continue ;).
Recently a Fujifilm patent surfaced showing a 28mmF4 lens that is made for a sensor bigger than full frame, but apparently not big enough to cover the entire GFX sensor. Some suspected that this could be the lens for the Fujifilm TX-3.
But remember: this is not the first time we see a patent that could be meant for a digital Fujifilm TX-2 successor.
A few months ago FR-reader Mistral spotted a 21mm f/2.8 lens that seems perfectly designed for a wide format camera sensor.
But before we get too hyped about it, I guess it’s on me to try to find out what Fujifilm’s final decision was: will there ever be a digital X Pan? I’ll try to find it out and let you know.
Fujifilm TX-3 Rumors