XF90mmF2 WR
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ephotozine just published the XF 90mm F2 Review. They end up highly recommending this lens (anyone surprised?). Here is their PROS and CONS list:

PROS
Very good sharpness in the centre at maximum aperture
Outstanding sharpness across the frame when stopped down
Relatively lightweight
Traditional design
Excellent build
Weather sealing
Quick focusing
Low distortion and falloff
CONS
Focus mechanism can rattle as it is free to move inside the lens when not in use – although this is completely normal!

Check out the full review at ephotozine.

More XF 90mm reviews

First Impressions at thephoblographer /Scotland’s National Airshow (most shots taken with the 90mm) at macleancomms / Japanese Review at dc.watch (translation) / Real World Samples at dpreview

XF 90mm FXF discussions

– XF 90mm F2 vs Samyang 85mm F1.4 vs ???
– XF 90mm F2 Vs. XF 50-140mm bokeh?
– 90mm sample pics?
– XF 90mm F2 OOC JPG sample pics

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As you might remember, back in March Fujifilm USA launched a PRO-Rental Service, where you could rent X-gear for 3 or 7 days.

Well, now you can rent camera and lenses also for 14 or 28 days. Check out the price list for the lenses and the one for the cameras here. More at the dedicated Fuji page here.

Discounted rates will be applied to X-shooters, whose X-gear is send in for repair and need a replacement for uninterrupted workflow.

Here is the Press-Release of March 2015.

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Ok, my plane is leaving very soon. Sadly I have to leave this wonderful country, where I had a great time.
If you want, guess the lens I used for this shot and the place, and then check out the answer here

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Fun… my absolute favorite beach (discover the name here)… and weather sealing works ;)

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Beautiful walks!

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And I also found the perfect room for me… the “FujiRoom” :)

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Kids Love the Instax Printer – never travel without it!

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I’ve tried to give my best with the rumors and X-news coverage, even during my vacation

The Fujifilm X-T10 is at the moment the 6th most sold mirrorless camera in the Amazon CSC Bestseller Ranking

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dpreview published the Full Review of the Fujifilm X-T10. Here an excerpt

On paper, offerings from other brands like Sony, with the A6000, Nikon with the D5500 and Olympus with the O-MD E-M10 might seem more appealing or capable. When it comes to video, all of the above mentioned are more capable, and the same can generally be said for continuous focus modes outside of single-point AF-C. But from my experience having shot with all of these cameras, the X-T10 is hands down the most pleasurable of the bunch to use.

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If I were told today that I had to pick between the Fujifilm X-T10 and a Sony a6000, I’d have a very difficult time. […] The A6000 is certainly more capable in more situations than the Fujifilm. This is especially true when it comes to video capture, continuous face detection, subject tracking and AF in general.

But the X-T10, in my experience, is more pleasurable to shoot with. It may not out-perform the Sony in AF or video, but it does offer what I found to be a better-weighted design and better overall build-quality, with film simulation modes that are quite useful, classic stylings, a higher-res EVF, logically-placed control points, far better looking out-of-camera JPEGs and better options for in-camera Raw processing. Not to mention, it has a massive arsenal of traditional photographic primes at its disposal.

For the full dpr Review click here.

X-T10
USA: AmazonUS / BHphoto / Adorama EU: AmazonDE / AmazonUK / AmazonFR / WexUK / PCHstore / AUS: Camerapro

Fuji X-T1 vs. X-T10: Detailed comparison and review at improvephotography / Review at fratkinphoto / Two Weeks in Ireland with the FujiFilm X-T10 & X-T1 at caveiraphotography / Full Test at focus-numerique (translation) / Review: Retro Done Right at pocket-lint / Review at lensvid / 72 hours in Rome at prophotonut / Fujifilm X-T10 et X-T1 : côte à côte at lemondedelaphoto (translation) / Review at thephoblographer / Day out with two X-T10s in Liverpool at matthewhartphotography / Field Test at imaging-resource /

You can now pre-order the new X-T1 IR at BHphoto here for $1,699 and at Adorama here. It will be available in mid-October

UPDATE: You can now pre-order the new X-T1 IR at BHphoto here for $1,699 and at Adorama here.

We got a new Fuji camera! Ok, not really new :)

Fuji US just announced the “X-T1 IR” which is an infrared version of the classic X-T1. theVerge & Dpreview. write: “The camera captures light from UV, visible and infrared portions of the spectrum, from approximately 380-1000nm. While Fujifilm cites crime scene investigation and healthcare as applications, there are plenty of ‘regular photographers’ who will find the X-T1 IR intriguing as well.”
The new X-T1 IR costs $1699 and will ship from October.

And pay attention… according to wired, This new camera might be able to see through your clothes!

Press release

FUJIFILM ANNOUNCES PROFESSIONAL-GRADE X-T1 IR (INFRARED) MIRRORLESS CAMERA

X-T1 IR delivers high performance and unyielding results for experts in technical fields from law enforcement to healthcare and beyond 

Valhalla, N.Y., August 3, 2015 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation is excited to announce the new FUJIFILM X-T1 IR (Infrared), the first advanced infrared X-Series mirrorless camera that delivers high performance in demanding fields for technical experts, law enforcement, medical research and scientific communities. Sharing nearly identical specifications as the award-winning FUJIFILM X-T1, the FUJIFILM X-T1 IR adds advanced infrared technology to see light from the ultraviolet (UV), visible and infrared (IR) portions of the light spectrum (approximately 380nm – 1,000nm). The X-T1 IR is a premium mirrorless camera specifically designed for professionals, and pairs seamlessly with each high quality FUJINON XF lens for reliable and outstanding results.

FUJIFILM X-T1 IR (Infrared)

The FUJIFILM X-T1 IR builds on the performance and capabilities of the original X-T1, and with its new infrared technology, delivers dependable results to experts who have a wide range of work requirements, including: crime scene investigation, fine art photography, healthcare diagnostics and observation, and other scientific and technical applications. Infrared imaging is critically important in these fields because it allows users to see information that is not visible to the human eye.

X-Series performance for special applications

Experts, professionals, and practitioners can use the new FUJIFILM X-T1 IR in their everyday work, and immediately benefit from its X-Trans CMOS II Sensor, its ultra wide “Real Time” EVF, and its large, high resolution tilting screen. The X-T1 IR maintains the 100% silent electronic shutter of the X-T1, and its electronic viewfinder allows perfect night vision with an infrared light source, normally invisible to the human eye. The exterior of the X-T1 IR is constructed of 100% magnesium alloy, and is built to be weather-resistant, perfect for use in hot or cold, wet or dusty, and other challenging weather conditions. The X-T1 IR has approximately 80 points of weather sealing for outdoor dependability, and can withstand freeze temperatures down to 14°F (-10°C).

The X-T1 IR focuses on both excellent image quality as well as delivering incredible speed. It uses an extremely fast and accurate autofocus system, and is compatible with Ultra High Speed UHS-II SD memory cards. At up to 8 frames per second, the X-T1 IR is fit for any specialized workplace in need of first-rate photo quality, durability and performance.

FUJIFILM X-T1 IR (Infrared) key features:

• Professional-grade infrared technology from the ultraviolet (UV), visible and infrared (IR) portions of the spectrum (approximately 380nm – 1,000nm)
• 16.3 Megapixels APS-C X-Trans CMOS II Sensor
• Dust and water-resistant body with approximately 80 weather sealed points. Freeze resistance to 14°F (-10°C).
• EXR Processor II
• Startup time of 0.5 seconds
• Shutter time lag of 0.05 seconds
• Shooting interval of 0.5 seconds
• High-precision 2.36 million dot OLED viewfinder
• Highest viewfinder magnification for digital cameras of 0.77x
• Wide viewing angle (diagonal 38° and horizontal 31°)
• Ultra-fast Real Time Viewfinder with a lag-time of 0.005sec (less than 1/10 of existing models)
• Four different display modes: Full, Normal, Dual and Vertical.
• Tempered glass 1.04 million dot high-precision 3” tilting LCD monitor
• Digital Split Image and Focus Highlight Peaking
• Completely electronic shutter up to 1/32000 seconds
• ISO200 – 6400, extended ISO 100, 12800, 25600, Auto (maximum ISO setting from ISO 400 – ISO6400 available)
• Die-cast magnesium body provides a sturdy and durable, while compact and lightweight design
• Interval timer shooting for Time Lapse photography is available with intervals of 1 second to 24 hours and up to 999 frames
• Full HD video 1080p at 60fps; bit rate of 36Mbps for clear capture of delicate movements; frame rates of 50fps, 30fps, 25fps and 24fps, supporting worldwide motion picture formats

The FUJIFILM X-T1 IR (Infrared) will be available in October 2015 for USD $1,699.95 USD \ CAD $2,099.99.