Fujifilm’s 6th Generation Launch Timeline :: Sony A7CR Can’t Save X-E5 Rant :: Fujifilm X-T30 III Rumors – Top August Articles

Here are the top 10 articles for August.

  1. When Will Fujifilm Launch the 6th Generation Platform? A Data-Based Prediction
  2. Viltrox Discontinues Entire f/1.4 APS-C Lens Lineup- REPORT
  3. Viltrox 56mm f/1.2 Pro Images
  4. Fujifilm X-T30 III – More Than Just a Name Change?
  5. Fujifilm CEO FY2025 Q&A: “We Have Several New Products in the Pipeline – X100VI and X half are Doing Very Well”
  6. Fujifilm X-T30III: Finally Closing the Gap?
  7. The Fujifilm X-T30 II Successor Name Unveiled
  8. Wake Up, Fujifilm: Ricoh GR IV Pre-Orders Soar, Monochrome on the Way – Where’s the X80 and X-Pro Monochrome?
  9. Fujifilm X‑E5: When Specs Lie, Complaining Fails and Even the Sony A7CR Can’t Save the Rant
  10. Sigma 17-40mmF1.8 + Fujifilm X-T5 = Match Made in Heaven (Reviews Roundup)

Don’t Miss

Get Ready for Super Fujifilm September: London/Cologne FujiKina with GFX Eterna, GF Lens… and Surprises?

I have the feeling that September could be a hot month for Fujifilm. And I guess also that’s why we have two FujiKina events scheduled:

We know that for sure we will get this Fujifilm camera and this Fujinon lens.

But besides that, there are also rumors about the Fujinon X-T30III coming 2025, so while we don’t know yet if that will come in September too, I’d not be surprised if we would get also the true X-T30 II successor in September (not rumor, just speculation).

And… surprises are always possible ;).

In any case, if you can, book your spot (and check out all details) at the FujiKina event in London here and in Cologne here.

Besides new gear, FujiKina events are overall awesome events for photography lovers (also non-Fuji shooters). So go there if you have the opportunity.

Laowa AF 200mm f/2.0 Sample Images, But it’s Unsure if Fujifilm GFX Version Will Have Autofocus

The new Laowa 200mm f/2.0 lens release is set for October 1st! Matt Granger just published a teaser about his upcoming review. Below you can see more images of the lens.

Initially there will be E/Z/EF mount version, but it was rumored that the X and GFX version will follow later on.

As far as the Fujifilm versions goes, we now have further details thanks to the Japanese website asobinet (where you can also see an AF video demo).

There is consideration for a GFX mount-only version, but the possibility of autofocus implementation is undecided.

I do hope the Laowa 200mmF2. will be the first third party G mount lens with autofocus.

  • Full Frame Autofocus lens
  • Fn button, AF/MF switch, focus limiter
  • drop in filters
  • weight is 1,6kg a
  • Coming for E/Z/EF mount
  • Coming soon, price unkown

Also included in the images below is the MFT chart for the Laowa 200mmF2 as shared at the Chinese social media account 独立摄影师联合会 here.

 

Will Fujifilm’s Upcoming Second Price Increase Revive Interest for the Original XF16-55mmF2.8 R WR?

We reported that Fujifilm will again increase prices on plenty of Fujifilm X and GFX gear (full list below).

Not affected by any increase is the original Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 R WR.

In fact, it is still sold for $999 at BHphoto here and $989 Amazon here (via third party). Other stores like Adorama here and Nuzira still sell it for $1,199.

So starting August 30 we will have a $400 price difference between the two lenses, which might revive the interest for the original XF16-55/2.8, which really struggled to sell even at rebated price after the launch of the XF16-55mmF2.8 MK II.

Fujifilm X/GFX NEW PRICE STARTING AUGUST 30

X Series Camera Bodies

GFX Series Camera Bodies

X Series Lenses

GF Lenses

Accessories

INSTAX NEW PRICE STARTING AUGUST 30