RUMOR: SIGMA Will Make FUJIFILM X Mount lenses if X series Camera Sales Increase by 20%

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Sigma Lenses for Fujifilm

Back in 2014, when Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki was asked if they will ever make lenses for the X system, the CEO answered:

“mirrorless cameras are very promising future products. We always plan to expand our product line for mirrorless cameras. If possible, we would like to support as many systems as possible. But our engineering resources are limited.”

At time the X shooter community started to have a bit hope, but sadly those nice Sigma ART lenses never came for the Fujifilm system.

But why?

Well, according to a new source (thanks), Sigma will consider making lenses for Fujifilm X system if they see about a 20% increase in Fujifilm bodies shipping. Take this rumor with a pinch of salt for now.

A 20% camera shipping increase is a very difficult goal to achieve, especially since competition is growing strong in the mirrorless market. But Fujifilm has a pretty affordable powerhorse coming soon: the Fujifilm X-T3. Let’s hope it will help to get closer to those 20% increase.

So while at this point it is difficult for me to remain optimisitc about Sigma supporting the X system in future, the current workaround is use one of the smart adapters for the Fujifilm X / GFX systems, which will allow you to use Sigma lenses with autofocus on your Fujifilm camera.

You can for example use the Fringer Smart AF adapter, with since firmware 2.20 supports the Sigma 50/1.4 ART, Sigma 85/1.4 ART, Sigma 17-50/2.8 OS, Sigma 50-100/1.8 ART, Sigma 24/1.4 ART, Sigma 135/1.8 ART, Sigma 100-400 and more.

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Jared Polin Fujinon XF 90mmF2 Review: “Super Buttery Bokeh, but Freaking Slow Autofocus” – Video Review Response by Damien

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Fujinon XF90mm F2 Review by Jared Polin

Recently Jared published his (not so positive) Fujifilm X-H1 review. We have written a response-article to his review, and Jared also replied to our remarks in the comments.

Now the next review is up, and it’s about the Fujinon XF90mmF2, a much-loved lens in the Fuji X community.

Overall a very positive review (who can resist to the Fujinon charm? ;) ), except for one thing: “freaking slow autofocus“.

Here are some points he makes:

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Meike Hand Grip for Fujifilm X-A5 / X-A3 + Vertical Battery Grip for Fujifilm X-T2 + JJC Metal Lens Hoods for Fujinon lenses

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Meike Hand Grip

Meike is already offering lots of hand grips for various Fujifilm cameras, including a vertical battery grip for X-T1 and soon also a vertical battery for X-T2, as we told you already last month.

Now Meike added also the Fujifilm X-A5 hand grip, and you can purchase them for example at AmazonUS (coming soon) and AmazonUK (already available).

  • MK-XA5G metal grip is suitable perfect for fujifilm X-A5 camera
  • Improve the comfortable grip
  • The bottom is equipped with 1/4 screw hole, which can be used with 1/4 screw peripheral products
  • Bottom with quick-loading plate chute for quick use with tripod head
  • The handle carries the battery hole, and the battery can be quickly replaced without disassembling the handle

Metal Lens Hoods for Fujifilm

Last month we also reported about new metal lens hoods for Fujifilm cameras. I share again today, in case you missed the news.

JJC has metal lens hood for XF 16mmF1.4 and metal lens hood for XF 23mmF1.4. They cost about half the price of the original metal Fujifilm lens hoods.

Fujifilm X-A5: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, Focuscamera
Fujifilm X-A3: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, Focuscamera

 

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Fujifilm Savings Overview: Save Big on X/GFX Gear, Lightroom eBook, Mitakon Lenses, Instax Cameras & More

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Fujifilm X and GFX Savings

Fujifilm GFX
Fujifilm GFX 50s body (save $650): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 63mm (save $350): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 32-64mm (save $450): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 120mm (save $550): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
Fujinon GF 45mm (save $350): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

Fujifilm X-H1
body only (save $250): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
body with vertical grip (save $250): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

Fujifilm X-T2
body only (save $500): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
body only graphite (save $500): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with XF 18-55 (save $400): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

Fujifilm X-T100
with XC 50-230 (save $200): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with XC 15-45 and XC 50-230 (save $200): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

Fujifilm X-A5
with XC 15-45 and XC 50-230 (save $200): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, Focuscamera

Fujifilm X-A3
with XC16-50 (save $150): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, Focuscamera

Used Fuji X Gear Sale

Adorama has plenty of used Fujifilm gear for sale. Also BHphoto has a dedicated used Fujifilm gear page here.

Third Party Fuji X Mount Lens Deals

BHphoto has all third party Fuji X lens deals listed on this page here.

BHphoto and Adorama are currently running deals on a few Mitakon lenses. Search for Mitakon Fujifilm lenses at BHphoto and at Adorama here to find your deal.

  • Mitakon 35mmF0.95 black (save $100): BHphoto, Adorama
  • Mitakon 35mmF0.95 silver (save $100): Adorama
  • Mitakon 35mmF0.95 + free accessories (save $154): Adorama
  • Mitakon 20mmF2 Super Macro (save $30): BHphoto, Adorama

Fujifilm Instax Deals

Also AmazonUS price matches or in some cases offers even better Instax deals:

Editing Software Deals – Luminar & Capture One

Lightroom Tips and Tricks

Fujifilm X Shooter Andrew Gibson published his new eBook “Lightroom Secrets, Course Notes: Learn Lightroom’s Hidden Tips, Tricks and Secrets“ (250 pages and 40,000 words).

You can get it for $29 only ($10 off) using code august10 at checkout. Check out the full details of the ebook at creative-photographer.com.

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