New Firmware / Software

Fujifilm has just released the Firmware updates for the Fujifilm X-T2, X-T20 and GFX 50S. All the details and download links below. First looks at the very bottom of this post (continously updated).

Updates also on Fujifilm’s software front:

• New (and free) FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO software is available now for Mac only. The Windows version will follow in late January 2018
• Fujifilm X Acquire ver. 1.7 is out. Adds backup / restore function. Download the Mac or Windows version.

And for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and X100F owners: your firmware update is scheduled for late December. You can read here what it will bring you.

FUJIFILM X-T2: Ver.3.00 – Download here

1. New AF tracking algorithm for moving subject: Thanks to the newly developed image recognition algorithm, the update enhances AF-C to track moving subjects twice as fast as previous firmware. In addition, the update also enhances tracking to be able to capture up to 50% smaller moving subjects than before.
2. Support “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” for Macintosh: Once connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro. The fast batch processing will also be available. The “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” can be downloaded from the FUJIFILM website for free.
   *”FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO Ver.1.0 Installer for Macintosh” can be downloaded from the URL below. (Download Ver.1.0 for Mac)
3. Improve radio flash controller usability: The upgrade allows users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync. or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
4. Support for backup/restore of camera settings via “FUJIFILM X Acquire“: Once connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the “FUJIFILM X Acquire” allows users to backup/restore camera settings to/from a file. Copying all camera settings from one camera to another is available.
   *”FUJIFILM X Acquire Ver.1.7 Installer for Windows/Macintosh” can be downloaded here.
5. Support for “Instax SHARE SP-3“: Additionally,” Instax SHERE SP-3″ has become compatible with this camera.
6. RGB histogram display and highlight warning: If you press the function button allocated to the histogram, RGB histogram and highlight warning (High brightness portion will blink.) are displayed.
7. The phenomenon is fixed that exposure compensation is not correctly reflected to brightness of live view on LCD and EVF when ISO setting is “AUTO”, exposure compensation is “C” and it is changed by the command dial.

FUJIFILM X-T20: Ver.1.10 – Download here

1. Touch panel operation when using the EVF: The firmware update will make it possible to use the touch panel while looking into the viewfinder. According to the operation method, it’s possible to set the effective range of the touch panel to the full screen, right half, left half, or OFF.
2. Support for “Instax SHARE SP-3”: Additionally,” Instax SHERE SP-3″ has become compatible with this camera.

FUJIFILM GFX 50S: Ver.2.00 – Download here

1. Support “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” for Macintosh: Once connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro. The fast batch processing will also be available. The “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” can be downloaded from the FUJIFILM website for free.
   *”FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO Ver.1.0 Installer for Macintosh” can be downloaded from the URL below. (Download Ver.1.0 for Mac)
2. Improve radio flash controller usability: The upgrade allows users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync. or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
3. Support for backup/restore of camera settings via “FUJIFILM X Acquire“: Once connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the “FUJIFILM X Acquire” allows users to backup/restore camera settings to/from a file. Copying all camera settings from one camera to another is available.
   *”FUJIFILM X Acquire Ver.1.7 Installer for Windows/Macintosh” can be downloaded here.
4. Addition of “Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display” in the View Mode: The update gives the “Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display” option in the View Mode that allows you to shoot through the viewfinder and check images on the LCD, just as you would with an SLR.
5. ON/OFF for 1/3-step shutter speed adjustment: The update allows you to turn off the Command Dial’s function to adjust shutter speed by 1/3 steps in order to prevent unintended adjustments.
6. Addition of “Shoot Without Card” mode: With the update, you can have the “Shoot Without Card” mode turned OFF so that the camera will not shoot when there is no SD card inserted.
7. Addition of “-6” and “-7” to EVF’s brightness setting: The update will extend the “EVF Brightness” setting options to “-6” and “-7” so that, even in an extremely low-light condition, the brightness of the EVF does not distract you from shooting.
8. Support for “Instax SHARE SP-3”: Additionally,” Instax SHERE SP-3″ has become compatible with this camera.

LIVE BLOGGING

• FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO – Features & Users Guide at fujifilm-x

Fuji Guys – FUJIFILM X Raw Studio – Walkthrough at Fuji Guys youtube

Fuji Guys – FUJIFILM X-Acquire Update V.1.7 – Walkthrough at Fuji Guys Youtube

FUJIFILM ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF NEW FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO CONVERSION SYSTEM

New Firmware Updates for GFX and X Series Cameras available now

Valhalla, N.Y., November 29, 2017 – Fujifilm North America Corporation today announced the launch of FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO, a new conversion software that allows photographers to quickly and easily convert RAW files while maintaining outstanding image quality.

DOWNLOAD: Firmware Updates for Fujiiflm X-T2, X-T20 and GFX 50s released

Also available today are Firmware updates for the FUJIFILM X-T2 and X-T20 X Series cameras, and the FUJIFILM GFX 50S.

New FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO – Download here

Firmware Update for X RAW STUDIO compatibility – download links here

FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO enables users to convert RAW files with ease, offering exceptionally fast conversions. Due to the size of RAW files, photographers can often find batch conversion extremely time consuming. X RAW STUDIO utilizes the connected camera’s X-Processor Pro high-speed image processing engine, allowing for quick and effective conversion without compromising on image quality. Compatible with both Mac and PC systems, the new X RAW STUDIO enables batch conversion of a selection of images. Users can store conversion settings or copy settings between images, and variable image processing conditions can be adjusted in the same way as in-camera RAW conversion.

Fujifilm X RAW STUDIO Key Features:

• Supports single or batch conversion for RAW images through a Mac or PC system.
• Image processing settings can be adjusted like the in-camera RAW conversion.
  • All conversion parameters available through in-camera RAW conversion are adjustable, enabling photographers to monitor results in a preview window when changing settings.
• Displays before and after images side-by-side for easy comparison while changing adjusting settings.
• Enables users to save, load, or copy conversion profiles onto another RAW image.

Availability & Pricing

FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO for Mac is available now, and is set to launch for Windows in February 2018. X RAW STUDIO is available to users at no cost.

Fujifilm GFX 50S Faces the Elements

Check out the Josselin Cornou video blog at untitledshot Youtube and some images at Instagram here and here.

TLDR :

• Fujifilm GFX50s – Kipon EF-GFX – Tamron 15-30mm survived -15C (5 Fahrenheit) with 110km/h (70 mph) wind. It stayed out in the cold for 40min+ when the setup was literally frosting (2 times 15mn exposure, few 30s exposures).
• Tamron 15-30mm is behaving really well with the Fujifilm GFX. From 18mm-30mm it’s really sharp and still really usable in the corner. I found it sharper in the center than with the Fuji 32-64mm@32mm.
• So yes I definitely recommend using High definition lenses full frame for the GFX. Most of them are upscaled design to get the extras sharpness – which means that they fit Medium format.
• And the GFX just behaved really well at those conditions, impressively well actually! (no bug, no crash, no shutdown, etc.). Having up to 60mn exposure is definitely a plus.

GFX Reviews

The Witches – Photoshoot Trailer – Fujifilm GFX 50S at Jorge De Silva youtube

• Techart Bugs and Issues Report by Andy King at the Fujifilm GFX Facebook Group
• How to Shoot Extreme Sports with a Medium Format Camera: Daniel Tengs Works Out the Fujifilm GFX 50S at shutterbug
• GF120mm with Angie Vu Ha at ivanjoshualoh
• Sunset on the river Severn at Clevedon by Damien Lovegrove at prophotonut
• The Classics – Shot/filmed on the Fujifilm GFX 50S at Thomas Hogben Vimeo
• Fujifilm GFX50s experience days ~ pictures at prophotonut
• A Perfect Day in Ptuj, Slovenia – Fujifilm GF 32-64mm f/4 Lens at blog.glyons
• Portraits and Krampus – Fujifilm GFX with Helios 44m-4 58mm f/2 at blog.glyons
• Introduction to the Dolomites with the Fujifilm GFX50s at blog.glyons
• Fujifilm GFX50s in German at christianringer
• Nikon User First Time Shooting Fujifilm GFX – Thoughts at Lewis Von John Youtube
• Nikon D810 User Shoots Fujifilm Mirrorless (GFX and X-T2) for the First Time at Lewis Von John Youtube
• Fotodiox L-bracket at Lewis Von John Youtube (much better than the Really Right Stuff L-Bracket)
• Crossing Bridges 14 (with GF45mm) at williamchua
• Unraveling the FUJIFILM GFX: How a Medium Format Sensor Affects Depth of Field at thephoblographer (sponsored article by Fujifilm)
• First Dedicated Fujifilm GFX Owners Workshops in 2018: Dates and Pricing here… with special discount for GFX facebook group members
• Join the 16,000+ strong GFX facebook group
• Join the Fujifilm GFX facebook page for 100% GFX news and rumors

Sony A7R3 Vs Fujiflm GFX Dynamic Range Test at PhotonsToPhotos

The Fujifilm GFX still beats the Sony A7RIII, but as reported by SonyAlphaRumors here, things change when using pixel shift, which makes the A7rIII gain extra dynamic range.

The data:

While Fujifilm will release an IBIS camera soon, it won’t have (at least for its start) sensor shift technology.

But it’s Fuji’s first generation of IBIS… give it time, and I’m confident we will get also pixel shift, on both, APS-C and MF cameras.

GFX Deals

Fujifilm GFX 50S + Any GF lens* (save $1,000): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
* GF63mmF2.8 / GF45mmF2.8 / GF32-64mmF4 / GF120mmF4 / GF110mmF2 / GF 23mmF4

Fujinon GF 45mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 63mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 32-64mmF4 (save $450): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 120mmF4 Macro (save $550): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F4 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama

Images – NSFW INCLUDED

Fujifilm just released the new edition (23) of their interactive Fujifilm X Magazine.

The edition is called “A New Star is Born, Everything you Need to Know about the Fujifilm X-E3”.

But there is more than “just” the X-E3 inside, such as a tips on how to use AF-C custom settings, technique tips and also this time the opportunity to win something, a Fujifilm X-E3 with XF23/2.

You can check it out online here or download the Free iPhone App here or Free Andoid App.

The App just got an update and added the USA version.

Fujifilm X-E3: USA: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, FocusCamera EU: AmazonDE, AmazonUK, WexUK, PCHstore