Fujifilm GFX: Official Novoflex GFX Support Announcement + Cambo Actus GFX Vs. Linhof M679cs

 

Keith Miles
shared at the Fujifilm GFX facebook group here
GFX, 120mm, f/4.5 1/160, ISO500, Nashville, Tn.

Novoflex GFX Support

We already broke the news here on FR, that Novoflex is working on support for Fujifilm GFX. Well, we now have the full details, thanks to fellow GFX facebook group member Vadim (thanks). Here is the press release:

“We are happy to announce the first NOVOFLEX lens adapters for the new Fujifilm GFX 50s medium format camera.

The line will start with adapters for Leica R, Leica M, Nikon and Canon FD bayonet mount, whose market introduction is planned for the beginning of June, 2017. More adapters are in preparation. Among these will be models for medium format lenses of the following mounts: Hasselblad V, Mamiya 645 and Pentax 67 and an adapter for the universal bellows of the BALPRO-series.

Especially interesting are the lens adapters with 35mm bayonet mount for tilt-/shift lenses, as their image circle is absolutely large enough, in order to fully illuminate the sensor format of the GFX 50s. However, numerous further 35mm lenses have an image circle which is bigger than the 35mm format itself, so that none or only marginal vignettings are caused. Moreover, many old or classic 35mm lenses are based on lens calculations of large format and/or medium format lenses. Potentially arising vignettings can be used for creative purposes or in many cases can later be removed by software.

The adapter for Nikon lenses comes with built-in mechanical aperture control to allow its use with G-type Nikkor lenses as well. None of the adapters will transfer any information between the camera and the lens.“

Feel free to join other fellow 12,000+ GFX owners and fans at the Fujifilm GFX facebook group and to follow the Fujifilm GFX facebook page for 100% GFX news and rumors.

FYI, FR-reader Nathan wrote a Novoflex/X-T1 Trilogy for FujiRumors. Here it is:

  1. Novoflex BALPRO T/S adapter review: Part 1 – Design, Operation, Controls, Adapters – Read here
  2. Novoflex BALPRO T/S adapter review: Part 2 – stability and accuracy – Read here
  3. Novoflex BALPRO T/S adapter review: Part 3 – Fun with the BALPRO T/S – Read here

Cambo Actus GFX Vs. Linhof M679cs

GFX facebook group member Nathan shared a some videos about the Cambo Actus-GFX and [shoplink 57449 ebay]Linhof M679cs[/shoplink].

I’ve already shared 2 of the 3 videos in past mixed zones, but he just added the best-case focus prep video comparing the M679cs and the Cambo Actus-GFX.

Click READ MORE to see all the three videos.

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Save Big on Used Fujifilm GFX and GF 63 at BHphoto (Top Condition) :: CaptureOne + GFX :: GF23mm Stories & More (GFX Roundup)

Just a few days ago, we broke the news about the first used Fujifilm GFX and GF lenses at BHphoto. As to expect, they sold out quickly.

But customers are still returning their cameras withing the 30 days refund period, so you can now find more used G-Gear at BHphoto. Here it is:

And here are some more Fujifilm GFX 50s links. And don’t forget to join our 12,000+ strong GFX facebook group, and incredibely helpful community creating infinite GFX content. For fast, reliable, and 100% GFX news and rumors follow the Fujifilm GFX facebook page.

Down below, you can see a few images shared at the GFX group.

  • Capture One and the Fujifilm GFX 50S at kellydunphotography
  • GFX Stories – Behind the scenes video of Oliver Wehrli testing the new GF 23mm F4 Lens with GFX 50s on Isle of Skye, Scotland at Oliver Wehrli youtube
  • GFX stories: X-Photographer Oliver Wehrli from Switzerland goes to Isle of Skye with GF23mmF4 R LM WR to capture nature scenery at Fujifilm Global Youtube
  • GFX stories: Australian photographer Ray Martin uses GFX 50S + GF 23mm for his phtojournalistic work, to document the people in Tasmania at Fujifilm Global Youtube par1 and part2
  • GFX stories X-Photographer David Williams from Canada uses GFX 50S for portrait photography at Fujifilm Global youtube
  • Initial Impressions: Fujifilm GFX 50s + Fujifilm X100F at Eric Kim Photography youtube

Fujifilm GFX 50s: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2: USA: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore
Fujinon GF 23mm F4: USA BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore

Masami Tanaka
shared here
GFX50S GF23mmF4 R LM WR（prototype）

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Vassilis Pitoulis
shared here
In that horizon
Shooting with Zarina Isakhan Madagascar
GFX 50s

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Andy King
shared here
gfx + 85/1.4 apo planar

UPDATE: Fujifilm Canada Price Adjustment Coming May 15, 2017. Fujifilm GFX Not Affected

Just recently we shared here on FujiRumors, that Fujifilm Canada announced with this letter sent on March 15, that they will raise prices on Fuji gear starting from May 1.

Well, I now have an update for you.

According to two sources (including a fellow GFX facebook member who talked to Aden Camera – see here), the price increase for Fuji gear has been postponed to May 15.

Moreover, it should affect “only” Fuji X gear and not the GFX.

I know this will hardly mitigate the pain for the further price increase (IIRC, there was already one last year in Canada – and also in EU), but, if the rumors are correct, you might have at least two more weeks to get the X-gear your want for a cheaper price.

Check out the current price of Fuji X cameras at AmazonCA and Fuji XF lenses at AmazonCA.

Join the 12,000+ strong GFX facebook group, and incredibely helpful community creating infinite GFX content. For fast, reliable, and 100% GFX news and rumors follow the Fujifilm GFX facebook page.

Fujifilm X-T20 (save $50): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

Fujifilm X-T1 black body (save $500): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujifilm X-T1 black body (save $500) + Free Accessories: Adorama
Fujifilm X-T1 graphite body (save $500): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujifilm X-T1 + XF18-55 (save $500): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujifilm X-T1 + XF18-55 (save $500) + Free Accessories: Adorama

Fujifilm X100T (save $200): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

Fujifilm X-T10 body (save $200): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujifilm X-T10 + XF 18-55 (save $200): BHphoto, Adorama AmazonUS
Fujifilm X-T10 + XC 16-50 (save $200): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

Fujifilm X-A3 double XC kit (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

First Used Fujifilm GFX 50s and GF 63mm at BHphoto (Save Up to $1,170)

You can now already find the first few used Fujifilm GFX 50s samples at BHphoto here. You can save up to 18%! Also a few used GF 63mm lenses are now available used at BHphoto here (save up to 17%).

Fujifilm GFX 50S
18% Discount
15% Discount
10% Discount

Fujifilm GF 63mm
17% Discount
13% Discount
7% Discount

The news was spotted by fellow GFX facebook group member Liron and another GFX member, Chris said at the GFX group:

“That’s what you get for having a US retail return policy – people will buy the camera, play with it, and return it for a refund – just because they can. Must be a nightmare being a US retailer…”

On the other hand, it’s good for customers, though.

Feel free to join the 12,000+ strong GFX facebook group, and incredibely helpful community creating infinite GFX content. For fast, reliable, and 100% GFX news and rumors follow the Fujifilm GFX facebook page.

Fujifilm GFX 50s: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2: USA: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore
Fujinon GF 23mm F4: USA BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore

Fujifilm GFX 50S Vs. Canon 5DS R Vs. Hasselblad X1D :: Kevin Mullins First GFX Experience :: Fujinon GF 110mmF2 and GF23mmF4 & More (GFX Roundup)

Canon 5DS R vs Fujifilm GFX 50S in French at focus-numerique (translation)

Kevin Mullins: Snap Festival & My First GFX Experience at f16.click. Here an excerpt:

“I had maybe an hour maximum with the GFX. I won’t be using it for shooting my style of documentary wedding photography. I’ve spent the last six years downsizing from DSLR to smaller, faster mirrorless and I don’t want to reverse that decision. However, what I can say about my experience with the GFX is that it is very true what people are saying; the image quality and the “medium format” feel of the images is unrivalled from anything I’ve ever used. I can see this camera being amazingly popular with editorial wedding photographers or those who spend a lot of time doing bridal portraiture.  It really does create razor sharp, gorgeous images and I intend renting one later in the year to see if it fits well with my equine work.”

Fujifilm GFX 50s: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2: USA: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore
Fujinon GF 23mm F4: USA BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore

Join the 12,000+ strong GFX facebook group, and incredibely helpful community creating infinite GFX content. For fast, reliable, and 100% GFX news and rumors follow the Fujifilm GFX facebook page.

Thorsten Rother
shared here
“Headshot”
Fujifilm GFX 50s / GF 110mm f2 / ISO 400 / ☀️ Daylight
www.instagram.com/thorstenrother

Fujifilm GFX Insane Photo Editing :: GF 120/4 or GF 110/2 :: GF110mmF2 Videos :: GF23 Full Size Images :: Stunning Samples… and More!

Vassilis Pitoulis with Zarina Isakhan.
shared here
Collecting that fruit
Shooting at the Baobab avenue with Zarina Isakhan

Fujifilm GFX Roundup

The Fujifilm GFX facebook members keep up sharing awesome work at the group, including images taken with pre-production GF110mmF2 and GF23mmF4 lenses. It’s is an incredible source for all things Fujifilm GFX, and a great joy to follow.

Interested? Then don’t miss to join the incredibly helpful and kind 12,000+ strong GFX facebook group.

For fast, reliable, and 100% GFX news and rumors follow the Fujifilm GFX facebook page.

Insane photo editing in Camera Raw – Fujifilm GFX 50S at Granxi youtube

  • Artbox Singapore + Fujifilm GFX + GF 110mm at williamchua
  • Off for holidays: Sharing my GFX (and more X-gear) camera packing experience…. at ivanjoshualoh
  • Fuji GFX 50S | A Working Day With A New Camera System at fixationuk
  • GFX stories with David Stanbury -110mm- / FUJIFILM youtube
  • GFX stories X-Photographer Nordica from Sweden uses the GF110mmF2 R LM WR for wedding photography at FUJIFILM youtube
  • GFX stories with Thorsten Rother: GFX 50S and the GF110mmF2 R LM WR / FUJIFILM youtube
  • GFX stories with Lindsay Keats. Aerial photography with the GFX 50S with GF32-64mmF4 R LM WR / FUJIFILM youtube

Fujifilm GFX 50s: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2: USA: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore
Fujinon GF 23mm F4: USA BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore

Holger Nitschke
shared here
Portrait-test with the GF120. I was absolutely confused about getting the GF120 or the new GF110, but I came to the conclusion that the 120 with it’s OIS is more useful for me. I hate tripods and the focus-distance of the 110 can be a restriction. I’ve tested it yesterday and I was able to get non-blurry captures with 1/30 (and some with 1/15) – so I can say that the OIS is amazing. This image is the result of a short studio-test. No flash was used, just modeling light!
Handheld; RAW; 1/60; F4; ISO 500. Some Lightroom-adjustments and slightly Photoshop-retouche.
http://www.instagram.com/holger.nitschke

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Jonas Rask
shared here
An Icelandic outtake – part 2
Full res download here: d.pr/i/oqgT
GFX50s – GF23mm f/4 – ISO100 – f/32 – 0,4sec

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Fujifilm USA GFX Professional Services

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Valhalla, N.Y., April 24, 2017 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation, as the leader in innovation for photographers, announced the new Fujifilm Professional Services (FPS) in the U.S. beginning in May 2017. This service is designed to provide exceptional support for photographers currently using the new FUJIFILM GFX system, Fujifilm’s first medium format mirrorless digital camera.The innovative GFX system utilizes a Fujifilm exclusive 43.8 x 32.9mm (FUJIFILM G Format) 51.4MP CMOS sensor that delivers ultra-high image quality. The GFX 50S combines the heritage of over 80 years of imaging and theaward-winning functional design for a relentless pursuit of perfect image quality.

GFX FPS Program Puts Photographers First

Members of the new GFX FPS Program will receive extensive benefits to ensure the utmost support for photographers utilizing the new FUJIFILM GFX System, including:

  • Welcome kit
  • Personalized FPS Card confirming exclusive access to dedicated hotline technician telephone and email support
  • 30% discount on non-warranty repairs for Covered GFX System products
  • Expedited two business day turnaround time for repairs with free 2-day express shipping to and from the repair facility
  • 4 Check & Clean program service vouchers (voucher limitations, terms & conditions apply, terms here)
  • 50% discount on additional Check & Clean program services and 2 business day turnaround for check and clean services with complimentary 2-day express return shipping for all service
  • GFX system product loaners for covered equipment in repair may also be available upon request if repair is expected to exceed two business days

GFX FPS Program benefits are intended to put photographers first by providing service andconvenience for an optimal photographic experience.

Program Requirements, Availability and Pricing

The GFX Professional Services begins on May 1, 2017 for an annual membership fee of USD $499. Photographers can become a member of the GFX FPS Program by registering online. For full details on the GFX Professional Services program requirements, please see the GFX digital camera and GF lens purchase requirements and other eligibility requirements here.

Fujifilm GFX 50s: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2: USA: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore
Fujinon GF 23mm F4: USA BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore

via fujifilm USA

Fujifilm Factory Tour: Manufacturing Our Beloved Fujifilm Gear (GFX, X-T2, X-mount lenses, MK lenses more)

Manufacturing our beloved Fujifilm Gear
Manufacturing our beloved Fujifilm Gear

Fujifilm Factory Tour: Manufacturing Our Beloved X-gear :)

Hey guys,

A kind FR-reader (thanks) dropped me the link to a nice read for the weekend.

But before I share it, just allow me say a quick (but big) “thank you” to all FR-readers, who share with FR the interesting Fuji-stuff they find on the web.

You make it possible that FujiRumors is always the first to break the news and rumor, and also the first to share links in live bloggings and much more. I don’t know any other way to return you guys the favor you do to me, other than keep this blog running with enthusiasm, joy and dedication.

I’m so positive, motivated and full of energy like never before. So thanks so much to everybody for your help and support :)

And now to today’s story :-)

Jon Fauer had the pleasure to visit the Fujifilm headquarters, as well as the Fujifilm factory where the new cinema MK glass and the Fujifilm X-T2, Fujifilm GFX 50s and other X-mount lenses are made.

At the end they visit the very best place of all the tour… but read further below, to discover what it is :)

The tour starts at the Fujifilm Omiya Headquarters, where Jon talks with a Fujifilm manger about the Fujifilm GFX 50s. and especially about the new Cinema MK lenses, the MK18-55mm F2.9 and MK50-130mm T2.9. As we already reported here, X-mount version of the lenses will come by the end of the year 2017.

A curiosity, why Fujifilm called their new cinema lenses “MK” lenses:

“M for Movie, Manual, Mobility, Marvelous, Multiple-use! Also, perhaps it can be said that in Video you “take the shot.” In stills, you “take” a photograph. But in movies, you “make” a film. You are a film maker. So MK.”

Then they continue to the Fujifilm Taiwa Factory:

“More than 1,000 people work in the vast Fujifilm Taiwa Factory, assembling X-series and GFX cameras, components and other products. A new, dedicated area has been set up for a highly skilled team to build Fujinon MK lenses.”

Regarding the MK lenses, they say:

“The philosophy of the MK lenses is affordablity for independent productions. To keep the cost down and the manufacturing yield high, Fujinon has combined techniques from their experience in high-yield manufacturing (still cameras and lenses) and high-precision, high-end lens crafting. The trick seems to the their use of molded, composite lens barrels and mechanical sub-assemblies. Traditionally, these components have been milled on CNC machines from metal. Advantages of composites include speed of manufacturing, resistance to temperature variations in the field, and advanced structural possibilities.”

And what’s the best way to end a hard day visiting factories and interviewing Fujifilm managers? Right, get a good Whisky :). So the tour ends at the Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Sendai Distillery.

Check out the whole tour at filmanddigitaltimes (4.5MB PDF – 20 Pages)

enjoy your weekend ;)
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Pop & Crop: Fujinon GF 110mm goes Way Beyond 100% Crop… and Never Stops Being Sharp :)

Once more, this roundup is brought to you by our fellow GFX facebook community, which is well represented with lucky Fujnon GF110mmF2 and GF23mmF2 beta testers.

  • John Armstrong Photography Testing the new Fujifilm GFX at MARKDREWFISHER Professional Videographer youtube: I liked the video and his considerations. Go check it out
  • More images taken with GF110 mm f2 at williamchua (William is GFX facebook member and shared his images also here. Join the group to interact directly with beta testers)
  • Novoflex Adapter für Fujifilm GFX 50S at d-pixx (translation)
  • Coney Island: What’s Old Is New Again at mendelsonfineartphotography. In the GFX facebook group, the author says: “I know the 110 and 23mm are getting all the news, but here is an example of the Zeiss 135 APO used on the GFX – the 3D effect is really apparent…for more photos taken with the GFX (and A7RII for really wide angle shots)“
  • Fujifilm GFX / Prise en main du GF23mm par Pascal Bourguignon at Fujifilm France youtube (also Pascal is GFX facebook member)

Fujifilm GFX 50s: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2: USA: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore
Fujinon GF 23mm F4: USA BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore

Join the 11,000+ strong GFX facebook group, and incredibely helpful community creating infinite GFX content. For fast, reliable, and 100% GFX news and rumors follow the Fujifilm GFX facebook page.

Keith Wee Kheng Leong
shared here
Welcome to the weekend ;)
GF110F2

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William Chua
shared here
more images with the GF 110 mm f2 (crop)

See Fujifilm’s Internal G-Mount Roadmap :: Where is the Instax SQ? :: GF Lens Size Comparisons :: GFX Group Frenzy :)

First off, I invite you to check back the announcement live blogging here. It’s all there, and I will keep it updated. This post is mainly to make some considerations regarding rumors shared here on FujiRumors and did (or did not) materialize today.

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Fujinon GF 110mm F2: USA: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore
Fujinon GF 23mm F4: USA BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama Europe: WexUK, PCHstore

Fujifilm GFX Facebook Group Frenzy :)

Jonas Rask‎ Fujifilm GFX: shared here. Nanna in the wind. GFX50s – GF110mm f/2 @ f/2 – ISO200 – 1/1000s – Some sun and a chilly breeze. She wasn’t all too comfortable, which resulted in this look that I REALLY like! #worstfatheroftheyear2017

Whoever tested the new GF lenses is also over at our incredible GFX facebook group, which simply does not stop to explode :) . You can interact with the beta testers and see some additional images.

The content shared there about the new GF lenses is definitely the best online source for everybody. Feel free to join… and enjoy the most lively and friendly GFX group on the web.

And of course I keep up with my live blogging :)

THE ROADMAP FUJIFILM DOES NOT WANT YOU TO SEE

Fujifilm just release a very vague roadmap, where they talk about a “telephoto prime” in early 2018 and a teleconverter. No big surprise, since we leaked the more detailed internal roadmap here on FujiRumors prior the announcement.

Of course it can be subject to change. Even lenses in the official Fujifilm roadmap changed (56/1.4 became 56/1.2) or scratched (remember XF120mm macro?). So take it with a grain of salt. But this is what Fujifilm is sharing as internal roadmap, and it shows:

  • GF 250mm F4 (early 2018)
  • GF 35mm F2.8 (mid 2018)
  • GF 20-36mm F3.5-4.5 or GF 100-200mm F4.5-5.6 (end 2018. NOTE: Fujifilm says one of the two. Final decision has not yet been done)

Where is the Fujifilm Instax SQ? (not SQ10)

Ok, the Instax SQ10 hybrid film/digital camera is now a reality. But there were also leaks about an Instax SQ film only camera. So what happened to that one?

There are working prototypes out there, and you could already see them here on FujiRumors. The launch is planed for a later moment (quite later), but it will come :)

As already reported in the live blogging, the special Instax Square site is now live.

Fujifilm Instax Square: USA BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS Europe: WexUK, PCHstore

Fujifilm GFX 50s Firmware

Spot on, FR-sources! Also this rumor is correct. There will be indeed a nice firmware update for Fujifilm GFX 50s, that will improve features and give you better AF in critical situations and more. The full Fujifilm statement again :)

“FUJIFILM will release free firmware update for the FUJIFILM GFX 50S. It will be due late May 2017, adding new function and improving operability. These firmware updates will add new function for computer tethering via Wi-Fi and improve operability in exposure compensation and autofocus performance in difficult scenes. Fujifilm continues to incorporate customer feedback into future performance enhancements so customers can keep using our digital cameras for years to come.”

New Fujifilm GF Lenses Size Comparison

Now you can compare the size of the new lenses with whatever you desire. In the image below you can see the GF110 Vs. GF120. Make your own comparison at camerasize.