Which 5th Generation Sensor do You Want in the Fujifilm X-T5, X-Pro4, X-E5, X-S20, X-T40, X80, X200?

When I re-watched the X Summit, I was confused by the statement the Japanese Fujifilm manager made in regards to the 5th generation 26MP stacked and 40MP non-stacked sensor.

His statement:

there is no other camera platform more suitable to have them both than the ‘X-H” Series

I wondered what he meant by that, and I concluded it could be either one of the 2 options mentioned below:

  1. only the X-H line will offer both sensor options
  2. since the X-H line is the most suitable, it will be the first to feature both sensor options. Other less suitable lines might get both options too, but only later on as the priority is the X-H line
  3. NEW ENTRY: some FR-reader said this is just marketing blah blah blah aimed to sell as many X-H cameras as possible and then both sensors will find its way in most camera lines anyway

I’ve asked you guys in a survey what you think the manager meant, and here is the result of the survey.

SPECULATION (NOT RUMOR): In my eyes, it would make sense to put both sensor options in at least all of Fuji’s higher end models, as ordering the same Sony sensor in larger numbers, helps to push down the cost for each sensor.

But what Fujifilm will decide to do is unknown at this point. And maybe it is even unknown to Fujifilm itself.

And yet…

let’s assume for a moment that the interpretation the majority of you guys gave is correct. So let’s assume that only the X-H line will get both sensor options.

This would mean that in regards to all other lines, Fujifilm would have to make a decision on which sensor to pick for each camera.

And if that would be the case, I can already see lots of head scratching at the Fujifilm HQ trying to figure out which sensor is best for which line.

If that’s really the case, then I thought that the generous FujiRumors community will gladly invest a bit of its time to give Fujifilm its opinion on this matter by commenting on this article and by voting the surveys down below.

VOTE THE SURVEYS BELOW

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Fujifilm GFX100S Dynamic Range Data by Photons to Photos

Photons to Photos has published the dynamic range data for the Fujifilm GFX100S.

Sure, all modern digital cameras give you plenty of dynamic range. But if you are looking for the one that gives you a bit more than the others, then that’s the Fujifilm GFX100S. If you want, you can access  the data at photonstophotos here.

Kipon Focal Reducer 0.8x for using Medium Format Lenses on Fujifilm GFX Cameras

Kipon has just announced their Kipon Focal Reducer 0.8x for using Medium Format Lenses on Fujifilm GFX cameras.

There are the various versions available

  • Pentax 645 – GFX
  • Pentax 67 – GFX
  • Mamiya 645 – GFX
  • Pentacon 6 – GFX
  • Hasselblad V – GFX

Shipping will start July 18.

Kipon products for Fujifilm can be found at AmazonUS here and BHphoto here.

This particular focal reducer is for now available directly at the Kipon store here (with 12% launch discount)

Focal Reducer 0.8x for using Medium Format Lenses on Fuji G Mount Camera

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Fujifilm to Use Blockchain to Optimize Supply Network of Digital Camera Parts

Fujifilm will use Blockchain to optimize supply network for digital camera parts. As reported by the Japanese site Newswitch here (google translated):

As risks such as natural disasters and international situations increase, we minimize procurement concerns and prevent situations such as tightening supply and demand (spurping) of parts just before delivery. Take advantage of the characteristics of the blockchain, which is difficult to illegally rewrite data, to ensure the reliability of transaction information. We will manage the plans and history related to production and distribution in real time to reduce the occurrence of inventory shortages and excess inventory due to delays in information sharing, which is an issue.

The ordering side will be informed of the arrangement schedule in advance, and the order side will be able to share the production situation, and even if unexpected situations occur, they can report it via chat immediately.

It also supports transaction automation. In the demonstration experiment, the period from ordering to the start of production was shortened. Because it is difficult to tamper with the data, there is no need to introduce dedicated software tailored to the ordering company or license it, which reduces the burden on business partners.

We developed a “digital trust platform” in-house by applying the research results of blockchain technology conducted at Fujifilm’s Informatics Research Institute (Kaisei Town, Kanagawa Prefecture). After full-scale operation, we will consider expanding the target product.

Every ever so creative idea to handle the supply issues better is very welcome. Let’s see how this one works out.

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