Ok… I got so many request about a firmware blog post, that I thought it’s high time to make one.
Enter your camera model and the desired upgrade in the comments. I’ll make the start
X100S: Classic Chrome (C’mon Fuji… that’s not that difficult)
Hey guys,
You might remember how recently a Fujifilm Manager said “when we announce our new telephoto prime [in 2018] we also need a higher performance body”.
What did he mean with “higher performance body“? The X-T3? Or maybe something completely different?
I’m not sure now… but I can tell you what I’m recently hearing.
Keep in mind… these are the first steps into a potentially very exciting rumor journey, but it’s just a fragile whisper at this stage, so please do NOT take this as a fact. I could follow a wrong hint, or maybe there is some truth in it…
Here is the thing:
I got some hints that Fujifilm is working on the ultimate X-series camera. It should be a camera that will top everything we know from Fujifilm so far in the APS-C world and it could also have some more cinema-centric aspects, that would make it the perfect companion for the newly announced MK18-55mm T2.9 and MK50-135mm T2.9.
I don’t know if the Manager quote above was refering to this camera, or “simply” to the X-T3. I’m still working on this.
However, one anonymous source shared some more details, telling me it should cost “around $5k” (or even more) and be still an X-Trans camera. (thanks for sharing… and I will investigate further the other details you sent me).
So guys, just follow FR, and let’s see how deep the rabbit whole really goes :-)
And of course, in case someone out there could help, please contact me at fujirumor@gmail.com or using the rumor box (with nickname if possible).
cheers
Fuji X Forum, Facebook, RSS-feed and Twitter
Cambo is pleased to announce the new ACTUS-GFX for use with the Fujifilm GFX 50s medium format camera body.
The ACTUS-GFX is a technical camera platform that enables GFX-50s users to apply movement, swing, tilt, rise and fall capturing the detail required when shooting in or out of the studio. The medium format 33mm x 44mm sensor captures a wider area than current full size DSLR systems.
“Modularity is the keyword – the systems components may be separated and recombined’”
The ACTUS-GFX can be used in combination with the GFX-50s and the full range of Actar lenses 24mm, 60mm, 80mm, 90mm and 120mm Macro. But it doesn’t stop there as there are also lens plates available for Hasselblad, Mamiya, Pentax, Rodenstock and Schneider.
Lenses will work without a built-in shutter, the GFX50s camera shutter operates when the electric lens is detached, enabling the camera body to be used with the ACTUS-GFX.
ACTUS-GFX specifications;
The Fuji Guys just published the Fujifilm GFX Top Features Video. Check it out on youtube here.
User Review by Ahmed G., shared at the Fujifilm GFX Facebook Group here.
NEW: For everything Fujifilm GFX related, I’ve just lauched the dedicated GFX facebook page: 100% GFX news and rumors 24×7.
NOTE 1: Sorry about my English because it is not my native language
NOTE 2: The comparison shots have been taken different times and in not well controlled conditions. They should just give an idea of the details difference between lenses.
I have used Hasselblad X1D for one month and had problems with the body and also shutter of the 90mm lens. Now I am using Fujifilm GFX for sometime with the 3 current lenses.
Let me explain my user notes. I am not an expert or professional photographer, but i have used the best 35mm lenses in years like coastal optics,voigtlander apo lanthar,Zeiss otus line and leica apo lenses.
With 35mm format the quality mostly comes with the lenses. For example Leica M 240 doesn’t have a state of art sensor but when you use it with a 50mm Apo Summicron you get medium format like output as a system.B ut if you use it a less corrected lens you will get a moderate FF look and quality.
With medium format the quality is mostly related to sensor. Of course lenses are good as well but at least for these two brands new line up are not as refined as the lenses I wrote above. (maybe fuji 120mm macro is an exception). But when they combined with the sensor they shine.
So let’s compare Hasselblad with Fuji (still no raw??)
Hasselblad X1D
Cons:
Pros:
Fujifilm GFX
Cons:
Pros:
They are both have Cons and Pros but GFX is more like a 3th generation product which has less problem and very ready to go a big photo trip. Hassy is like a prototype with problems and makes you thing to go to a photo trip with a back up camera system.
Fuji files are more life-like as film but Hassy is more clinical. Fuji is a great upgrade camera for APS-C and FF users but Hasselblad is a back up camera for real studio medium format users.
These Is what I feel about two of medium format cameras. Maybe some of you will feel different.
Comparison Shots on Ahmed’s FlickR here. Ahmad’s Instagram / FlickR
Fujifilm GFX: USA BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS EU: AmazonDE, CalumetDE AmazonUK, WexUK, ParkCamerasUK, PCHstore AUS: CameraPro
World’s fastest SD-card, the Sony UHS-II SD Card, is now available for pre-order at BHphoto here and Adorama here. The expected availability is March 29.
Sony 128GB card at BHphoto and Adorama.
Sony 64GB card at BHphoto and Adorama.
Sony 32GB card at BHphoto and Adorama.
