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FUJIFILM Released Firmware Updates for X-T2, X-T20, GFX 50S + Free X RAW STUDIO Software + X Acquire ver. 1.7

New Firmware / Software

Fujifilm has just released the Firmware updates for the Fujifilm X-T2, X-T20 and GFX 50S. All the details and download links below. First looks at the very bottom of this post (continously updated).

Updates also on Fujifilm’s software front:

  • New (and free) FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO software is available now for Mac only. The Windows version will follow in late January 2018
  • Fujifilm X Acquire ver. 1.7 is out. Adds backup / restore function. Download the Mac or Windows version.

And for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and X100F owners: your firmware update is scheduled for late December. You can read here what it will bring you.

FUJIFILM X-T2: Ver.3.00Download here

  1. New AF tracking algorithm for moving subject: Thanks to the newly developed image recognition algorithm, the update enhances AF-C to track moving subjects twice as fast as previous firmware. In addition, the update also enhances tracking to be able to capture up to 50% smaller moving subjects than before.
  2. Support “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” for Macintosh: Once connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro. The fast batch processing will also be available. The “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” can be downloaded from the FUJIFILM website for free.
    *”FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO Ver.1.0 Installer for Macintosh” can be downloaded from the URL below. (Download Ver.1.0 for Mac)
  3. Improve radio flash controller usability: The upgrade allows users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync. or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
  4. Support for backup/restore of camera settings via “FUJIFILM X Acquire“: Once connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the “FUJIFILM X Acquire” allows users to backup/restore camera settings to/from a file. Copying all camera settings from one camera to another is available.
    *”FUJIFILM X Acquire Ver.1.7 Installer for Windows/Macintosh” can be downloaded here.
  5. Support for “Instax SHARE SP-3“: Additionally,” Instax SHERE SP-3″ has become compatible with this camera.
  6. RGB histogram display and highlight warning: If you press the function button allocated to the histogram, RGB histogram and highlight warning (High brightness portion will blink.) are displayed.
  7. The phenomenon is fixed that exposure compensation is not correctly reflected to brightness of live view on LCD and EVF when ISO setting is “AUTO”, exposure compensation is “C” and it is changed by the command dial.

FUJIFILM X-T20: Ver.1.10 – Download here

  1. Touch panel operation when using the EVF: The firmware update will make it possible to use the touch panel while looking into the viewfinder. According to the operation method, it’s possible to set the effective range of the touch panel to the full screen, right half, left half, or OFF.
  2. Support for “Instax SHARE SP-3”: Additionally,” Instax SHERE SP-3″ has become compatible with this camera.

FUJIFILM GFX 50S: Ver.2.00Download here

  1. Support “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” for Macintosh: Once connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro. The fast batch processing will also be available. The “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” can be downloaded from the FUJIFILM website for free.
    *”FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO Ver.1.0 Installer for Macintosh” can be downloaded from the URL below. (Download Ver.1.0 for Mac)
  2. Improve radio flash controller usability: The upgrade allows users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync. or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
  3. Support for backup/restore of camera settings via “FUJIFILM X Acquire: Once connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the “FUJIFILM X Acquire” allows users to backup/restore camera settings to/from a file. Copying all camera settings from one camera to another is available.
    *”FUJIFILM X Acquire Ver.1.7 Installer for Windows/Macintosh” can be downloaded here.
  4. Addition of “Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display” in the View Mode: The update gives the “Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display” option in the View Mode that allows you to shoot through the viewfinder and check images on the LCD, just as you would with an SLR.
  5. ON/OFF for 1/3-step shutter speed adjustment: The update allows you to turn off the Command Dial’s function to adjust shutter speed by 1/3 steps in order to prevent unintended adjustments.
  6. Addition of “Shoot Without Card” mode: With the update, you can have the “Shoot Without Card” mode turned OFF so that the camera will not shoot when there is no SD card inserted.
  7. Addition of “-6” and “-7” to EVF’s brightness setting: The update will extend the “EVF Brightness” setting options to “-6” and “-7” so that, even in an extremely low-light condition, the brightness of the EVF does not distract you from shooting.
  8. Support for “Instax SHARE SP-3”: Additionally,” Instax SHERE SP-3″ has become compatible with this camera.

LIVE BLOGGING

  • FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO – Features & Users Guide at fujifilm-x

Fuji Guys – FUJIFILM X Raw Studio – Walkthrough at Fuji Guys youtube

Fuji Guys – FUJIFILM X-Acquire Update V.1.7 – Walkthrough at Fuji Guys Youtube

Fujifilm GFX 50S Vs. Blizzard? No Problem :: Sony A7RIII Vs. Fuji GFX Dynamic Range :: Sports with GFX :: Nikon User Shoots GFX

Fujifilm GFX 50S Faces the Elements

Check out the Josselin Cornou video blog at untitledshot Youtube and some images at Instagram here and here.

TLDR :

  • Fujifilm GFX50s – Kipon EF-GFX – Tamron 15-30mm survived -15C (5 Fahrenheit) with 110km/h (70 mph) wind. It stayed out in the cold for 40min+ when the setup was literally frosting (2 times 15mn exposure, few 30s exposures).
  • Tamron 15-30mm is behaving really well with the Fujifilm GFX. From 18mm-30mm it’s really sharp and still really usable in the corner. I found it sharper in the center than with the Fuji 32-64mm@32mm.
  • So yes I definitely recommend using High definition lenses full frame for the GFX. Most of them are upscaled design to get the extras sharpness – which means that they fit Medium format.
  • And the GFX just behaved really well at those conditions, impressively well actually! (no bug, no crash, no shutdown, etc.). Having up to 60mn exposure is definitely a plus.

GFX Reviews

The Witches – Photoshoot Trailer – Fujifilm GFX 50S at Jorge De Silva youtube

Sony A7R3 Vs Fujiflm GFX Dynamic Range Test at PhotonsToPhotos

The Fujifilm GFX still beats the Sony A7RIII, but as reported by SonyAlphaRumors here, things change when using pixel shift, which makes the A7rIII gain extra dynamic range.

The data:

While Fujifilm will release an IBIS camera soon, it won’t have (at least for its start) sensor shift technology.

But it’s Fuji’s first generation of IBIS… give it time, and I’m confident we will get also pixel shift, on both, APS-C and MF cameras.

GFX Deals

Fujifilm GFX 50S + Any GF lens* (save $1,000): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
* GF63mmF2.8 / GF45mmF2.8 / GF32-64mmF4 / GF120mmF4 / GF110mmF2 / GF 23mmF4

Fujinon GF 45mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 63mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 32-64mmF4 (save $450): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 120mmF4 Macro (save $550): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F4 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama

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Fujifilm X-T2, X-T20 and GFX 50S Firmware Update on Thursday, November 30

Fujifilm will update the Fujifilm X-T2, X-T20 and GFX 50s on November 30 (Thursday).

List of improvements:

Fujifilm Netherlands recently said here that the Fujifilm X-T20 firmware update has been postponed. But I guess Fujifilm was able to fix all issues and is ready to release it on time. You see, even Fujifilm itself can share wrong rumors now and then ;) .

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  1. Update your camera in any case, even if you do not need the features/improvements that come with this specific firmware update. Fujifilm often implements “undocumented fixes“, which can be as small as a typo in the menu, but also more significant bug fixes and improvements.
  2. To be 100% safe, though, do not update your camera on the same day you need your camera for a paid assignment. In very rare cases, firmware updates can introduce new bugs. If you need your camera on a paid job, wait a few days, check back fujirumors.com to see if there are some bugs with the new firmware in the following days, and if there are no reports, update your camera. But with that said, in 99% of the cases a new firmware will only improve things, and not make them worst. So at the end, always update.
  3. Read these tips for updating your firmware

Exclusive Deal for Fujifilm GFX Facebook Group Members: Fuji GFX 50S Body for $5,200

 

As you know, FujiRumors manages also the gigantic Fujifilm GFX facebook group, with currently 16,000+ members and growing faster every day. This is a good sign, since it means there is interest around the Fujifilm GFX system.

Luckily, due to extremely kind and helpful attitude of its members, managing the group is surprisingly easy. It’s a lively and friendly space… and today you might have one more reason to join it :)

In fact, there is an exclusive offer for members of the group, that allows you to get a brand new Fujifilm GFX 50S, with full 1 year Fujifilm warranty, for just $5,200 (valid in USA only). The GFX body currently sells for $6,500, so you get a $1,300 rebate on the body only.

How can you get it? It’s all written in this facebook post. Obviously, since the deal is exclusive to GFX facebook group members, you have to be a member of the group, to see the offer. However, I wanted to make sure that also those of you guys, who follow the FujiRumors blog only, know about this opportunity.

Remember, we also have a dedicated GFX facebook page that you can follow for fastest and most comprehensive GFX news and rumors only coverage.

Current GFX deals

Fujifilm GFX 50S + Any GF lens* (save $1,000): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
* GF63mmF2.8 / GF45mmF2.8 / GF32-64mmF4 / GF120mmF4 / GF110mmF2 / GF 23mmF4

Fujinon GF 45mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 63mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 32-64mmF4 (save $450): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF120mmF4 Macro (save $550): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F4 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama

Fujifilm GFX 50S Secret Deal: How to Save $,1550 (instead of “just” $1,000) on Fujifilm GFX at BHphoto – full instructions here

Pentax 645Z Second Best Sensor Ever Tested after Hasselblad X1D… Fujifilm GFX 50S Test Coming Soon?

Pentax 645Z DxO Sensor Test

Back in October we reported that DxOmark said they will now test medium format cameras… and they kept their word.

The first camera they tested was the Hasselblad X1D, which immediatly jumped to the very top of the DxO Ranking, making it the best sensor they have ever tested (score 102). You can read their X1D report here.

Price and Specs: Pentax 645Z / Fujifilm GFX 50S / Hasselblad X1D

Now the full test of Pentax 645Z is also online and it confirms their preliminary results shared a few years ago. It gets a total score of 101. Check out the Pentax 645Z DxO sensor test here.

It’s clear from our testing that the Pentax 645Z’s sensor is extremely capable, coming within a whisper of matching the performance of the Hasselblad X1D sensor (our highest-scoring sensor to date). The 645Z’s high dynamic range and color sensitivity make it ideally suited for capturing the types of scenes that are traditionally favored by medium-format photographers — landscapes, weddings, portraits, and still lifes (commercial). Medium-format shooters are interesting capturing images with lots of detail, low noise, and smooth tonal gradations.

In addition, the Pentax 645Z controls noise well, making it suitable for use in relatively low light, and perhaps expanding the range of conditions in which medium-format cameras are traditionally used.

It’s interesting to compare the Pentax 645Z sensor against the Nikon D850’s because although the former is about 1.7x larger, it’s also around three years older. While the 645Z beats the Nikon sensor in our tests, the Nikon comes closer than you might expect, given the size difference. If Sony made a medium-format sensor with the same design as the D850, it would beat the sensors in both the Pentax 645Z and the Hassleblad X1D-50c.”

Now only the Fujifilm GFX 50S is missing, and let’s hope the test follows soon.

Fuji’s Secret Test

As I reported here, before making the final decision to go Medium Format, Fujifilm made a secret test, using a Pentax 645Z file. The results of this test convinced them to go Medium Format. What exactly happened and what did they test? A trusted source told us everything here :)

Fujifilm X and GFX Deals – Save up to $1,550

X Camera Deals

AmazonUS announced that Black Friday deals will start on November 17 and go on for 10 days.

The Black Friday pages are now available at AmazonUS, AmazonCA, AmazonDE, AmazonUKAmazonIT, AmazonFR.

Get early Black Friday deal access by joining Amazon Prime (30 days free trial): AmazonUS, AmazonCA, AmazonDE, AmazonUKAmazonIT, AmazonFR.

X-T2 Body (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
X-T2 Graphite Body (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
X-T2 + XF18-55 (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

X-Pro2 body (save $200): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
X-Pro2 Graphite + XF23/2 (save $200): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama

X-T20 body (save $100): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, FocusCamera
X-T20 + XF18-55 (save $100): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, FocusCamera
X-T20 + XC16-50 (save $100): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, FocusCamera

X-A3 + XC16-50 (save $50): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
X-A3 + XC16-50 + XF23/2 (save $100): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

XF Lens Deals

XF 18mm (save $50): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 27mm (save $50): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 60mm (save $50): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 35mmF1.4 (save $50): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama

XF 14mm (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 16mm (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
XF 23mmF1.4 (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 56mm (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 90mm (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 10-24mm (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 55-200mm (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 18-135mm (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama

XF 56mmAPD (save $150): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 16-55mm (save $150): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 50-140mm (save $150): BHphoto, AmazonUS, FocusCamera, Adorama
XF 100-400mm (save $150): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama

GFX Deals

Fujifilm GFX 50S Secret Deal: How to Save $,1550 (instead of “just” $1,000) on Fujifilm GFX at BHphoto – full instructions here

Fujifilm GFX 50S + Any GF lens* (save $1,000): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
* GF63mmF2.8 / GF45mmF2.8 / GF32-64mmF4 / GF120mmF4 / GF110mmF2 / GF 23mmF4

Fujinon GF 45mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 63mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 32-64mmF4 (save $450): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 120mmF4 Macro (save $550): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F4 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama

Kai Wong Fujifilm GFX 50S Review

Kai Wong tested the Fujiiflm GFX 50S.

  • lightweight
  • viewfinder is massive
  • he loves the way the GFX operates
  • film simulations are pretty damn good
  • focus speed is right, a lot faster than show models back at Photokina
  • focus in low light is not so consistent and quick, though
  • noise is low, at ISO 12,800 you get usable files, but noise is visible
  • maybe a bit too niche
  • fantastic landscape camera

You can see the video here…. and don’t forget to…

Fujifilm GFX 50S Secret Deal: How to Save $,1550 (instead of “just” $1,000) on Fujifilm GFX at BHphoto – full instructions here

Fujifilm GFX 50S + Any GF lens* (save $1,000): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
* GF63mmF2.8 / GF45mmF2.8 / GF32-64mmF4 / GF120mmF4 / GF110mmF2 / GF 23mmF4

Fujinon GF 45mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF63mmF2.8 (save $300): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF32-64mmF4 (save $450): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF120mmF4 Macro (save $550): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 110mm F2 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F4 (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama

Fujifilm X and GFX Deals Now in Even More EU Countries

I have received really a lot of emails, with questions regarding the Fuji EU deals that should have started on October 12. Fact is, they indeed started on October 12, but only in some EU countries.

I’m glad to inform you, that other EU countries just started the deals on November 1, such as Netherlands, Belgium and more. So you will find the deals also in stores like PCHstore now.

Fujifilm is rather slow with updating their dedicated Fuji X EU Promotion page (although, as spotted by VatArt Photo, some countries have now been updated), so it might be best practice to contact your local dealer and ask them directly. The rebates will be in line with what we see all over the world already.

You can support FujiRumors by purchasing any of the discounted X-gear using the affiliate links below.

EU: AmazonDE, Calumentphoto DEWexUK, ParkCaemerasUK, AmazonUKPCHstore, AmazonITA, AmazonFR, AmazonESP
USA: BHphotoFocusCamera, Adorama, AmazonUS
CAN: AmazonCA

Fujifilm USA has also huge deals on GFX and X gear, and BHphoto even offers a secret extra discount (up to $1,550) on the Fujifilm GFX. All details here.

Reminder: Fujifilm Europe also offers huge rebates on Fujifilm GFX gear. Check them out below.

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Steelsring Canon EF to Fujifilm GFX and C645-GFX Smart Adapter Firmware 1.2 Available

Today Steelsring released a firmware udpate for its Canon EF to Fujifilm GFX and also 645-GFX smart adapters.

Ver. 1.2 removes Fujifilm’s lens corrections profiles.

“It’s my honor to announce the immediate available of EF/GFX 1.2b and CONTAX645/GFX 1.1b firmware update, both of them have a common feature: Original Lens Correction Profile inherited from FUJI lens emulation was finally removed successfully and completely. For more information, please click here.”

I remind you that also Fringer updated it’s C645-GFX smart adapter yesterday, as reported in the Fujifilm GFX roundup here. Also in this case, Fujifilm lens correction is disabled.

Fujifilm GFX 50S Secret Deal: How to Save $,1550 (instead of “just” $1,000) on Fujifilm GFX at BHphoto – full instructions here