We have told a while ago that Fujifilm is currently considering to launch the digital successor to the XPan/T-X series in 2028

For now we will simply call it the Fujifilm TX-3, as of the digital successor to the Fujifilm TX-2 film camera.

Well, in these days I am getting emails from fellow FR-readers pointing me towards two wide aspect ratio sensors offered by Sony: the 1.4″ 16.41MP IMX901 and the 1.1″ 12.38MP IMX902

Now, I don’t think it will be any of those sensors, because the specs sheet say these are C-mount compatible sensors.

But if our sources are accurate, the Fujifilm TX-3 will use a much larger sensor.

In fact, based on the last info we got, Fujifilm is deciding if they should use two stacked APS-C X-Trans sensors or a cropped GFX Bayer sensor.

So my answer to the question if the IMX901/2 could be the sensor used for the Fujifilm TX-3 is “I don’t think so“.

But of course this is an ultra-long term rumor. It’s hard to predict the precise specs of a camera that might come 4 years from now. So I just can’t rule out anything at 100% for now.

• Fujifilm TX-3 Digital Panoramic Camera: Fujifilm
• Fujifilm TX-3 Digital X Pan Camera in 2028
• Fujifilm TX-3: Why Not Just Crop?
• Why Shoot Panoramas and a Special Digital Fujifilm XPan Camera is Needed
• Why a Digital XPan Fujifilm TX-3 Camera is NOT Needed

All the sensor details at sony-semicon.

Look guys,

the Fujifilm 1″ half frame camera is largely a mystery for me just as it is for you.

There is little I know about, except for the fact that it has a 1″ sensor and that Fujifilm will very likely market it as a half frame camera.

Will it be something like a digital version of the Pentax 17 half frame?

Or maybe look more like the Yashica Samurai X3.0?

I don’t know.

And since I do not know how Fujifilm is going to pull this off, it is complicated for me to judge this camera and especially if the term “half frame” is appropriate or not.

But I am doing my homework, and here is a little update I can give you guys.

From what I’ve heard, Fujifilm’s new half-frame camera will allow you to press the shutter twice to create a single image—essentially enabling diptych photography. You’ll press the shutter once for the first half of the image and again for the second half of the frame.

Diptych photography lets you get creative by placing two images next to each other, allowing for interesting comparisons or storytelling. You can show contrasts, highlight connections, or offer different perspectives, making it a great way to engage viewers and add depth to your images.

Down below I’ll share a few videos about diptych photography.

In film, half-frame cameras are traditionally well suited for diptych photography. However, with Fujifilm’s upcoming model, it’s unclear whether this effect will be achieved using a vertically-oriented 1″ sensor or if the camera will use a horizontal sensor, reading half of it with the first shutter press and the other half with the second, similar to how traditional 35mm half-frame cameras function.

My best guess is (not rumor) is that it’s done with a vertical sensor, but at this point I don’t really know that.

What I know is that the concept of this camera, which might focus on diptych photography, is a typical use case found in half-frame film cameras. Hence I guess that’s also why Fujifilm will market it mainly as a half-frame camera.

• This is the Mysterious All-New Camera to be Launched by Fujifilm in 2025
• Fujifilm’s Half Frame Camera has a 1″ Sensor

Recently Viltrox launched their first LAB series lens, the Viltrox 135mmF1.8 LAB.

The LAB series will be Viltrox top of the line range of lenses and so far the Viltrox 135mmF1.8 is available only for Full Frame.

• Viltrox 135mmF1.8 LAB
  Amazon / BHphoto

But now Viltrox has said in the comments to a post on their social media that there will be an X mount version coming soon, too.

I certainly hope this wasn’t a typo or mistake. You can never be too sure how much the people managing the company’s social media actually know.

From all reviews I have seen so far, the Viltrox 135mmF1.8 LAB is a great lens. The only downside for me is its rather massive size and weight.

There are full frame equivalent lenses such as the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM, which are significantly smaller and lighter, but of course they come in at a much higher price tag.

What do you think? Is this a lens that makes sense for Fujifilm X mount? Feel free to let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

It seems that Venus Optics has a Laowa 55mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift 1X Macro Lens in GFX mount on the horizon. You can see the first images in this article.

Also coming, the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift 1X Macro.

And these are the specs:

Name 55mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift 1X Macro
Format Full Frame
Focal Length 55mm
Aperture Range F2.8 – 22
Angle of View 62.7°
Lens Structure 14 elements in 11 groups
Aperture Blades 15
Shift ±12mm
Tilt ±10°
Min. Focusing Distance 27cm
Max. Magnification 1X
Focusing System MF
Filter Thread Ø77mm
Dimensions Ø85mm x 168.5mm
Weight 1345g
Mounts Sony E / Nikon Z / Canon RF / L Mount / GFX / XCD

Name 100mm f/2.8 Tilt-Shift 1X Macro
Format Full Frame
Focal Length 100mm
Aperture Range F2.8 – 22
Angle of View 37°
Lens Structure 13 elements in 10 groups
Aperture Blades 15
Shift ±12mm
Tilt ±10°
Min. Focusing Distance 32cm
Max. Magnification 1X
Focusing System MF
Filter Thread Ø77mm
Dimensions Ø85mm x 162mm
Weight 1215g
Mounts Sony E / Nikon Z / Canon RF / L Mount / GFX / XCD

The following lens patents for the GFX have been spotted by the Japanese website asobinet.

• GF35mmF3.5
  (more precisely 33mmF3.6)
• GF40mmF3.5
  (more precisely 39mmF3.6 and 43mmF3.6)
• GF50mmF3.5
  (more precisely 51mmF3.6)

Asobinet speculates that these are patents for a fixed lens camera, since it has a short back focus.

Fellow FujiRumors readers already know that the fixed lens Fujifilm GFX will come in the first half of 2025 with a 28mm equivalent lens, which means it will be 35mm in GFX format.

All of the patents show an f/3.5 aperture, which would be a f/2.8 depth of field equivalent in full frame.

Full Patent Details