Final Iridient X-Transformer 1.0 Released with Fujifilm X-E3 Support

The final Iridient X- Transformer 1.0 has just been released… and it supports the Fujifilm X-E3. Download here

Release Date: October 12, 2017 Version History

1.0 – October 12, 2017 (Maintenance Release)

  • New Features:
    • Support added for the Fujifilm X-E3.
  • Bug Fixes:
    • Fixed an issue with some versions of macOS (10.9 or earlier and 10.13) where the first image converted would sometimes would be all black or mostly black.
    • Fixed a Mac specific issue where images located on some NAS shares could not be loaded.

DxOMark Will Test Medium Format Cameras Soon. Fujifilm GFX 50S to be Tested Soon?

Recently I asked DxO Mark on Twitter why they do not test the Fujifilm GFX 50s.

They answered, they do not test X-Trans cameras, because their RAW measurements were designed for Bayer RGB files.

I replied that the Fujifilm GFX 50S has a Bayer sensor… and they never answered again.

But maybe something is moving now. DxOmark told to Petapixel here:

“We made a pause on medium format a few years ago just because of our production bandwidth, […] We will now soon republish this type of camera, and Pentax 645Z should be published soon […] in a matter of days.”

DxOMark already started testing the Pentax 645Z a few years ago, but never finshied the complete test. However, somehow the totale score leaked on their website anyway, and it was a stellar 101. So the Pentax 645Z, presented back in April 2014, scored even better than the brand new Nikon D850.

It will be interesting to see if the full Pentax 645Z test, that will be published by DxOmark soon, will confirm the stellar 101 score.

And let’s hope that the Fujifilm GFX 50S will be next.

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Fujinon GF120mmF4 Macro: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F4: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama

Fujifilm Wants 50% Mirrorless Market Share in 2 Years (in India)

In the last months, Fujifilm does not lack of confindence for sure.

Just back in August they published their Vision2019 plan, where Fujifilm said they “work toward capturing No.1 market share in the premium mirrorless camera market.”

More optimitstic statements now come Fujifilm India Manager Yasunobu Nishiyama. He said:

“Within the mirrorless market, we would like to have around 50 per cent share in a span of at least two years [NOTE: 50% in India]. […]

The company has a range of 25 lenses to support its camera and is adding around 4 lenses every year in it. […]

Now mirrorless segment has a lot of features to offer and is now a winning combination. India has always followed the worldwide trends in photography, where share of mirrorless is increasing and by 2020, higher share is expected”

Then they give some data about Fuji sales in India

In 2016-17 fiscal, the total estimated size of the digital still camera was around 7.41 lakh units (1 lakh = 100,000 units) and DSLR (digital single-lens reflex camera) was the fastest growing segment with 20 per cent growth.

In this, mirrorless segment had the highest growth of 300 per cent. In 2015-16, it was total 7,900 units and was 32,500 in 2016-17,” said Fujifilm Executive VP Graphic Arts Division S M Ramprasad.

“Even in 2017-18, we are expecting a sales of 3.5-4 lakh units (1 lakh = 100,000 units) of professional and DSLR cameras in which 10 per cent would be mirrorless.

via timesofindia

Meike Launches New Metal Hand Grip for X-T10/X-T20 Cameras

Meike just launched a new metal hand grip for Fujifilm X-T10 and X-T20 cameras.

  • Fits Fuji mirrorless camera X-T20 X-T10
  • Light to carry,comfortable to hold
  • Standard 1/4 tripod screw:you can mount it to tripod staightly
  • SD cards and rechargeable battery can still be easily opened
  • It expands the body with an Arca-Swiss compatible track,makes it much easier to hold and operate the camera

You can buy it at AmazonUS, AmazonDE, AmazonUK

Shakira, World’s Youngest Fujifilm GFX Shooter :: 5 Reasons to Shoot Medium Format :: GFX and Capture One & Tons of Great Images!

Shakira – World’s Youngest FujiFilm GFX shooter! at Dan Avila Youtube

GFX Roundup

Do you remember Regina’s story we feature in this article, a 9 year young Fuji X-shooter, who photographed a full wedding and even took images that ThinkTank used for one of their adverts? If not, make sure to check it out here.

Well, looking at how 3 year young Shakira handles the Fujifilm GFX 50S, we might have another talented and passionate young X-shooter growing up. Keep it up Shakira :)

And dear daddies and moms from all over the world… always remember what Trenton told us in his entertaining and interesting interview here: “Teach your children photography, and they will never have money for drugs”.

And now some GFX reviews and images… enjoy them

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