Fujifilm GFX: Official Novoflex GFX Support Announcement + Cambo Actus GFX Vs. Linhof M679cs

 

Keith Miles
shared at the Fujifilm GFX facebook group here
GFX, 120mm, f/4.5 1/160, ISO500, Nashville, Tn.

Novoflex GFX Support

We already broke the news here on FR, that Novoflex is working on support for Fujifilm GFX. Well, we now have the full details, thanks to fellow GFX facebook group member Vadim (thanks). Here is the press release:

“We are happy to announce the first NOVOFLEX lens adapters for the new Fujifilm GFX 50s medium format camera.

The line will start with adapters for Leica R, Leica M, Nikon and Canon FD bayonet mount, whose market introduction is planned for the beginning of June, 2017. More adapters are in preparation. Among these will be models for medium format lenses of the following mounts: Hasselblad V, Mamiya 645 and Pentax 67 and an adapter for the universal bellows of the BALPRO-series.

Especially interesting are the lens adapters with 35mm bayonet mount for tilt-/shift lenses, as their image circle is absolutely large enough, in order to fully illuminate the sensor format of the GFX 50s. However, numerous further 35mm lenses have an image circle which is bigger than the 35mm format itself, so that none or only marginal vignettings are caused. Moreover, many old or classic 35mm lenses are based on lens calculations of large format and/or medium format lenses. Potentially arising vignettings can be used for creative purposes or in many cases can later be removed by software.

The adapter for Nikon lenses comes with built-in mechanical aperture control to allow its use with G-type Nikkor lenses as well. None of the adapters will transfer any information between the camera and the lens.“

Feel free to join other fellow 12,000+ GFX owners and fans at the Fujifilm GFX facebook group and to follow the Fujifilm GFX facebook page for 100% GFX news and rumors.

FYI, FR-reader Nathan wrote a Novoflex/X-T1 Trilogy for FujiRumors. Here it is:

  1. Novoflex BALPRO T/S adapter review: Part 1 – Design, Operation, Controls, Adapters – Read here
  2. Novoflex BALPRO T/S adapter review: Part 2 – stability and accuracy – Read here
  3. Novoflex BALPRO T/S adapter review: Part 3 – Fun with the BALPRO T/S – Read here

Cambo Actus GFX Vs. Linhof M679cs

GFX facebook group member Nathan shared a some videos about the Cambo Actus-GFX and [shoplink 57449 ebay]Linhof M679cs[/shoplink].

I’ve already shared 2 of the 3 videos in past mixed zones, but he just added the best-case focus prep video comparing the M679cs and the Cambo Actus-GFX.

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This Guy Fine Tuned his Fujifilm Film Simulation Settings Inspired by the Work of Great Film Photographers. See “Chrome Eggleston” & More

Fujifilm Film Simulations
Fujifilm Film Simulations

Matching The Masters with Fuji’s Film Simulations

As many of us, also Pete loves the Fujifilm film simulations. And as some of us, also he likes it to fine tune the in camera film simulations settings to taste.

But as an avid reader of photography books and inspired by the work of great photographers of the past and present, Pete tried to adjust the film simulation settings in a way that they resemble the main characteristics of their images.

So Classic Chrome becomes “Chrome Eggleston“, Provia becomes “Provia Sternfeld“, Acros becomes “Acros Ellen Mark” or “Acros Moriyama” (depending on the settings) and so forth.

Pete writes:

“It may seem a little arrogant, invoking these names. Honestly, I don’t think I’m anywhere near their level.

But what it does provide is an idea as to what to shoot for. For example, it’s a rainy summer’s Saturday night in the city. I’m working a project on nightlife on the streets. I reckon Daido Moriyama has the right idea – inky blacks and clipped highlights. And I stick with that look, for the duration of the project.

These custom titles are little messages to myself, when I raise the camera and scroll through them, wondering… what if I shot the nightlife like John Bulmer shot gritty Northern industrial landscapes? What if I shoot the beauty of the Gower Coastline like Daido Moriyama shoots the city streets of Tokyo? It becomes an exciting question, one as equally valid as wondering what lens to screw on the front of the camera. “

So how exactly are his film simulation settings? And how do the images look like? To discover that, read “Film & Vision – Making Fuji-X Simulations Work For You” at petetakespictures.

Get inspired. Check out the photography books of the masters mentioned in Pete’s article at Amazon:

If you like it to see how other photographers fine tuned their film simulations, you can read also:

  • Fuji X-Photographer Bert Stephani Shares His Fujifilm Film Simulation Settings – read it here
  • Kevin Mullins Reveals His Fujifilm X100F Settings – read it here

You might also be interested in:

  • Introduction to Fujifilm’s Film Simulation modes at BHphoto Explora
  • Fujifilm Manager: “We Investigate the Next Film Simulation” – read here
  • Fujifilm Rethink RAW :: JPEG is Your Friend and Fuji’s Film Simulations Rock – read here
  • Fuji Vs. Fuji :: The Film Simulation (R)-Evolution :: All FS Improved :: See Conventional Velvia Vs. X-Pro2 Velvia! – read here
  • This Lightroom Plug-in Reads Fujifilm’s Film Simulation from your RAW file and Automatically Applies Corresponding Profile in Lightroom – read here

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And the Winner of the Big $3,000 Fujifilm GFX Sweepstake is…

BHphoto selected the winner of our Fujifilm GFX 50s Sweepstake. And it’s….

… drum roll …

Greg H.

Congratualtions, Greg! You will get your an AMEX gift card pre-charged with $3,000 in the next few weeks. :-) And thanks a lot to BHphoto for this great Sweepstake!

For all GFX Lovers out there, we have a huge hyperactive and ultra-friendly 12,000+ members strong GFX facebook group, which is a pleasure to follow. Also, feel free to follow the Fujifilm GFX facebook page for fast and reliable GFX news/rumors only.

BHphoto G-Gear Stock Check: Fujifilm GFX 50s, Fujinon GF 110mmF2, Fujinon GF 23mmF4, Fujinon GF 120mmF4, Fujinon GF 63mmF2.8, VG-GFX1 Vertical Battery Grip, EVF-TL1 EVF Tilt Adapter, Fujifilm H Mount Adapter G for GFX

TOP OF THE SHOTS… at the Fuji X and G Shooter Facebook Zone!

Michael Schnabl‎:
Fuji X-T2 with XF56mm
1/125 / ISO 200 / f/3.2
Photo: Michael Schnabl photography
Model: Theresa Steinkellner — at Fotopraxis-Fotoworkshops

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NOTE :: HOW TO SEE THE IMAGES
To see, add and vote images click on “Photos” and then “See All“

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Here are the most liked images of the Fujirumors facebook page… and keep it up, share and vote your absolute favorite X or G shot… and here is how to do it:

1) SHARE & DESCRIBE: go to the Fujirumors facebook timeline and submit your favorite X-shot (and a short description) in the timeline by selecting “Photo/Video” .
2) VOTE & COMMENT: All the images will be displayed at the Fujirumors facebook photo page (click “See All”). You can vote, share & comment the images there.

NOTE: The next selection will start from those images shared starting from April 22 !

Enjoy the X and G shots ;)

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Fujifilm X100F HACK: How to Convert Old WCL-X100 and TCL-X100 into Version II with Magnets :)

When Fujifilm launched the Fujifilm X100F, they also annouced a new TCL-X100 ver.II and WCL-X100 ver.II.

This second version of the WCL and TCL are optically identical to the first generation. What changes, though, is that inside the WCL and TCL ver.2, there is a little magnet, placed in different positions. These magnets allow the Fujiiflm X100F to automatically recognize if the WCL or TCL is attached, since they are designed to match one of to two magnets placed inside the 23mm lens of the X100F.

That’s handy :)

Now, if you already own the first generation WCL or TCL, you might not have to purchase the second version WCL or TCL, to enjoy this feature.

In fact, FR-reader Haoyuan came up with a “hack”, that makes the old WCL/TCL recognizable by the X100F. You just need 2mm x 1mm magnets, an electrical tape (or a Blu-Tack Adhesive), Plastic Tweezers, Sharpies, and a permanent adhesive (optional). And how exactly does it work? Well, jump over at haoyuanren to find out more :)

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Another one Hacked it too, using the magnet that comes with the X100F box and a gaffertape. You can’t do it cheaper :)
DIY Fuji X100F Conversion Lens Fix (WCL + TCL) at Kyle Johnston youtube