Firmware Update for Fujifilm X-T5, X-T50, X-S20, X100VI and GFX100SII

What a shame.

First they broke the camera with a firmware update, and now the charge us $700+ to get if fixed.

Oh wait, no. That’s actually what Sony did :D.*

Back to us: Fujifilm has just released the firmware update that they promised would come within this year. Right in time for Christmas ;).

Down below you can check out which cameras got a firmware update and what they bring.

*Note: Sony is great and fantastic. I just made this joking comment to show that all brand can mess it up with firmware updates. We just tend to look only at our little small Fujifilm world, but if we were to look around elsewhere, we would find issues with firmware at any brand. This does not change the fact that Fujifilm messed it up and acted slow.

Firmware Details

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Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Officially Announced – First Look Reviews

Viltrox has just launched the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7.

Main Features:

  • High-efficiency autofocus: STM motor with screw-type guide rod
  • Lightweight and compact size for easy carrying
  • High-quality standard lens with F1.7 wide aperture and pure blur
  • Reliable video performance: extremely low breathing effect
  • Optimized lens hood with longer length, better light-shielding effect

Down below you can see plenty of reviews about it and also a shoot-out against the TTArtisan AF 35mmF1.8.

Great price, great performance… but no aperture ring. A dealbreaker for me, but probably not for many other people.

Reviews

  • alwinkok – Viltrox 35mm f1.7 – Spicing Up The Budget Segment
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Laowa 55mm F2.8 and 100mm F2.8 Tilt-Shift 1X Macro Lens for GFX Launched

We did leak them back in November here, now they are reality: the Laowa 55mm F2.8 and Laowa 100mm F2.8 Tilt-Shift 1X Macro Lens for GFX.

The most comprehensive description and sample images can be found at the dedicated Venus Optics pages linked below. And also the first reviews start to appear, which I will update while they come in below.

Reviews & Launch Videos

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TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 Now also in White

The TTArtisan AF 27mm F2.8 comes in yet another color: polar white.

At the moment you can find it at Amazon here, BHphoto here and Pergear here.

  • fujifanboys – POLAR WHITE 27mm F2.8 AF by TTartisan

I go for the orange version one all day :)

Fotodiox Unveils First-Ever Mamiya 6 to Fujifilm GFX Lens Adapter with Electronic Communication

Fotodiox has unveiled the Mamiya 6 to Fujifilm GFX Fusion adapter, marking the first solution capable of electronically managing Mamiya 6 lenses.

Traditionally, Mamiya 6 rangefinder lenses relied on the proprietary electronic system of the Mamiya 6 camera, which rendered them incompatible with other platforms—until now. Leveraging Fotodiox’s Fusion technology, the adapter establishes electronic communication with Fujifilm GFX cameras, enabling functionalities such as aperture control.

In short: the adapter unlocks the internal electronic  leaf shutter so that you can use the mechanical shutter of the Fujifilm GFX.

The video below will show you exactly how it works and how to set up the adapter to work properly on your GFX camera.

Key Features

  • • Mounts Mamiya 6 Rangefinder Lenses to Fujifilm G-Mount (GFX) Mirrorless Cameras; infinity focus or beyond guaranteed
  • • Built-in FUSION technology enables electronic communication and control between lens and camera
  • • Allows for some automated functions such as aperture control with compatible lenses
  • • Precise fit and solid all-metal construction with chrome plated brass mounts for secure and solid fit; lens has no play, gap or wiggling when mounted on adapter and no adjustments required

Additional Details

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