XF50-140: “IQ slightly better than the Nikon 70-200” (Bjorn) + “superb micro-contrast” (Olaf) + “it thinks it’s a Prime” (Derek)

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XF 50-140 IN STOCK CHECK
USA: BHphoto / AmazonUS / Adorama / EU: WexUK / WexDE / PCHstore / AUS: CameraPro

MUST READ: Rico’s First Look at the 50-140 f/2.8!

The XF50-140 is optically an outstanding lens, especially when it comes to sharpness and micro-contrast. Here are some more reviews/first looks about this lens.

1) olafphotoblog: ““They’ve done it again!” The XF 50-140 is BITINGLY sharp with a crisp tonal transition and superb micro-contrast! The bokeh (out of focus area) is surprisingly smooth, given the smaller sensor size (in comparison to the FF). The only thing we could whine about is the size of the lens but if this is a trade-off to achieve top quality, I’m glad Fuji went for it.”: For the following article “ 7 Points About the XF 50-140mm” click here.

2) bjornmoerman: XF 50-140 on field review in Myanmar: “Auto-focus speed is very fast in normal lighting conditions. In very low light there is the occasional focus hunting; nothing more pronounced than on the other Fujinon glass however. […] Overall I’m very pleased with the quality of the bokeh. When shooting a very contrasty background, it can at times be a little harsh […] Sharpness: this is really where this lens shines! […] I feel the image quality of the lens is very close if not slightly better than the Nikon 70-200 2.8, while its built quality and smoothness of operation is clearly better.”

3) derekclarkphotography Fuji 50-140mm f2.8 :: It Thinks It’s A Prime: “So in conclusion: The Fujifilm 50-140mm is just outstanding! We’ve waited a while, but the wait was well worth it. I keep thinking that Fuji has peeked with the quality of their lenses, but as soon as I do, they bring out something that just blows me away!”

image courtesy: Olafphotoblog

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image courtesy: bjornmoerman

First Look: Fujinon XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR

 

First Look: Fujinon XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR

first impressions / practical review / shooting experience by Rico Pfirstinger

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Rico’s XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR Sample Images – Specs

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A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to get my hands on a pre-production copy of Fuji’s new “professional grade” tele zoom lens, the XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR. Since the lens is already available in many regions and will soon start shipping in North America, I’d like to take this opportunity to share my observations during a brief period of testing.

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Fujifilm X100T: “Worth to upgrade from X100S? YES!” (POLL) + street photography vision & tips by Bert Stephani (VIDEO)

1) Bert Stephani posted his Fujifilm X100T review at youtube and recommends the upgrade from the Fujifilm X100S. But it’s more than “just” a review. Bert also shares his vision/style in street photography and gives you a tip about how to approach a stranger asking for a portrait. Pretty cool to see him dealing with his subjects and the tricks he uses to get a natural, spontaneous shot of them… and don’t forget the  Instax SHARE Printer SP-1 in your bag. Definitely worth to check it out here on youtube!

2) We have another one, who thinks that it’s worth to sell the Fujifilm X100S and get the X100T. “Is the X100T Worth the Upgrade Over the X100S? The short answer: Yes.” For the longer answer check out studiobaiocchi

3) The love story continues (and the high ratings too). “Fall in love with photography all over again” X100T review at trustedreviews

4) MORE REVIEWS – FIRST LOOKS: Two weeks with the X100T at neillsoden / Fuji X100T – My First Impressions at chrisharnish / Review of the Fujifilm X100T for Street Photography at erickimphotography /

MUST READ: Rico’s “Using the Fujiflm X100T” here

X100T IN STOCK CHECK: USA: BHphoto  / AmazonUS / Adorama / EUROPE: WexUK / WexDE / PCHstore / AUSTRALIA: CameraPro

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miXed zone: X100T Reviews, From Canon to Fuji, X-shooter Norman Reedus (The Walking Dead Star)… and more!

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ONE TICKET LEFT for the Rajasthan Photo Workshop 2015
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There is only one spot left. So don’t let it slide by if you are thinking about joining this Fuji-cyntric group at the Rajasthan (India) Photo Workshop in February 2015. The workshop is organized by X-photographers Matt Brandon and Piet Van den Eynde. As they are both X-shooters and love Fujirumors, they decided to offer a $200 discount, exclusively for Fujirumors readers. Futhermore, they decided to offer the last places with a $200 discount and additional $300 per sold ticket will be donated to Matt’s charity initiative that supports NGO’s, the OFMP. Check out the details of the workshop here.

Click here for a Podcast conversation on the Fujifilm X System with Piet Van den Eynde & Matt Brandon plus sample photos.

famous X-shooters

– Norman Reedus (The Walking Dead Star) is an X-shooter! There are 10 things he needs to survive a Zombie Apocalypse… and one of these is a Fuji camera. To see which one, check out this youtube video here.

X100T
USA: BHphoto / AmazonUS / Adorama / EUROPE: WexUK / WexDE / PCHstore / AUSTRALIA: CameraPro

MUST READ: Rico’s “Using the Fujiflm X100T” here

– X100T hands on review at lbk.com.sg ( Flickr / unboxing video) / X100T Full Review at ephotozine / Yes, I would love some T please! at pavels / The Fuji X100T and the difference at bsmitty’s youtube / X100T field test at the Spanish review site dslrmagazine (translation) / First Impressions of the New Fujifilm X100T at macleancomms /

Fujifilm X-T1 + Graphite X-T1
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– Fuji XT1 graphite silver: first images and impressions at wimarys / X-T1 and the XF23mm1.4 R trip to Helsinki at tobiashenn / Holidaying with X-T1 + 4 lenses at ivanjoshualoh / All Fuji X-T1 at pablosartor / Hocking Hills, Logan, Ohio X-T1 and the 10-24mm at mjrussellphotography / Fujifilm X-T1 & a few lenses at alexlagarejos /

Fujifilm X30
USA: BHphoto / Adorama / AmazonUS / BestBuy / EUROPE: wexUK / wexDE / PCHstore

– X30: Bigger, Faster, Better at randallcipriano / samples at imaging-resource / Review at eyalg (youtube) /

XF 18-135mm
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– First impressions at thephoblographer / Fuji XF18-135 F3.5-5.6 R OIS WR lens review (Part 1) at macfilos

X100/S + Converters
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– Simon Ashmore’s work with the Fujfilm X100S can be seen at simonashmore.com / The Gear that I Use- the Fujifilm TCL-X100 at henrysmithscottage / The X100s is a bit like Brian Clough at daveyoungfotografia / A week in San Francisco with the Fuji X100s at ianmacdonaldphotography / The ‘Lookaleica’ Fuji X100s Compared To The Leica That Doesn’t Look Like A Leica The T (Typ) 701 at soundimageplus / Fuji X100-S-T Travel Kit ianmacdonaldphotography /

other X-series cameras

– 12 Months With My Fuji X-Pro1 at daveyoungfotografia / A Day In The City at ucphoto / X-E1 & 14, 23 and 56mm: Beauty in Cuba at tjeerd.me / I love my Fuji X-E2 for my everyday camera with family at stanleyleary + Fuji X-E2 helped me to capture memories in Hawaii at stanleyleary /

lenses

– Spanish 55-200 review at quesabesde (translation) / Fuji 56mm V. Panasonic Leica Nocticron 42.5mm at joshmcleodphotography / Left to rot and desintegrate… at am-fotografie / Six Months with the Fujinon XF10-24mm f4R OIS at macleancomms / My 4 Favorite Lenses for The Fuji X Cameras at danbaileyphoto / Why the Fuji 55-200 is still a good choice at martincastein / Minimalism – A macro afternoon with the Zeiss Touit 50mm (X mount) at mirrorlessons / the Fuji 56mmf/1.2 and the city at gaborimages / Just one of those nights… [Elton John in Concert] with the 56mm at jonasjacobsson /

RAW-conversion

– AccuRaw supports the Fuji X100T, read more here /

Switch to the X… or mirrorless

– Why I Went Mirrorless and Switched from Canon to Fuji: A Detailed Exploration at petapixel /

a little bit of everything

– There is no final answer about the “best” custom settings for your Fuji. There are just suggestions. And here are some of them in Spanish at fuji-xperience (translation) / THE ‘IMAGE-FEEL’ OF X-TRANS at petebridgwood / How to buy kit that fills you with confidence and the art of packing a camera bag at inmybag / X-Signature | The Fuji camera people are asking me about at ideasandimages / Fujifilm X-Signature Cameras at photomadd /