Report of Malfunction with Viltrox Lenses after Fujifilm X-T5 Firmware Update but No Problems Reported by Other X-T5 Users

There are reports shared at the Japanese website Asobinet, that Viltrox lenses stop working on Fujifilm X-T5 after the latest firmware update.

A couple of hours ago I asked in our huge X-T group if anyone is experiencing such issues.

Some members tested the new firmware on their Viltrox 13mm f/1.4 and Viltrox 27mm f/1.2 and did not notice any malfunction.

Feel free to drop your experience in the comments down below.

Best Selling Gear 2023: Third Party AF Lenses Threaten Fujinon Supremacy, Ultra Compact MF Lens, GFX100II Beats X-H2/S and More

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click image to see best selling lens of 2023

Best Sellers 2023

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It’s time to look back at what sold most among the FujiRumors community in 2023. And if you are interested, you can give a look at what sold best in the previous years.

The data is based on affiliate sales made via Amazon and BHphoto.

Of course this is not representative for the worldwide Fujifilm market. For example, on FujiRumors the Fujifilm GFX100 II outsold the X-S20, whereas on the overall market it’s more likely the opposite. That’s because FujiRumors readers, while appreciating mid-range gear, are mainly interested in higher end gear.

TOP SELLER OVERALL

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Tokina 23/33/56mmF1.4 Discontinuation Begins, but We Want THIS APS-C Mirrorless Lens from Tokina

click the image to find out which mirrorless APS-C lens Tokina should launch (already available for Sony E mount)
click the image to find out which mirrorless APS-C lens Tokina should launch (already available for Sony E mount)

Tokina X mount – The Missing Lens

First stores in Japan are starting to mark the following Tokina autofocus lens trinity as discountinued and in USA we have Adorama marking the Tokina 23mmF1.4 and Tokina 33mmF1.4 in “Closeout”.

I can’t really say I am surprised about it, as these are Viltrox clones at a higher price. And many other manufacturers offer autofocus lenses in that range too.

To make things worst, Tokina reacted to bad sales by increasing prices on their X mount lenses, which basically killed any chance for those lenses to sell in sufficient numbers.

And yet, there is one Tokina lens, for APS-C mirrorless, that could be very successful.

It’s already available for Sony E mount and it’s this lovely Tokina lens here.

Now, I hope Tokina won’t be discouraged to continue their X mount journey due to the bad sales of their first attempt, because I believe that the Tokina 11-18mmF2.8 would sell significantly better. The only true competitor in that range would be the Sigma 10-18mmF2.8, hence there would be still enough room for sales.

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Brightin Star AF 50mm f/1.4 Coming December 19

Brightin Star just teased (once again) that the imminent release of the Brightin Star 50mm f/1.4 autofocus lens. Just this time we got the date: it will happen on December 19.

That’s just one of the many third party autofocus lenses in the pipeline for the Fujifilm X mount.

Brghtin Star lenses are sold at Amazon here.

via Brightin Star Weibo

What to Expect from Fujifilm in 2024 (and What Probably Not)

Fujifilm 2024

In November we have shared quite some rumors (as you can see here). And not only that! In our previous 2024 outlook, we forgot to add gear that Fujifilm has already pre-announced to come in 2024 as well as give you a look into rumored third party AF lenses.

That’s why we need to update our view into the Fujifilm year 2024.

All the X/GFX rumors come from our sources, whereas the speculations are often based on hints and comments that managers gave in interviews.

Remember, Fujifilm will launch 3 or more cameras in the first months of 2024. This means there are still more cameras we have to (and we will) leak here on FujiRumors.

X/GFX GEAR COMING FOR SURE

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Vote Your Top Fujifilm (Related) Gear 2023

click image to find out what I personally consider the top gear of 2023
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Top Gear 2023

So we told: there are no more Fujifilm announcements in 2023

And while in 2023 we might still get maybe some manual of even this new third party autofocus lens as well as the Meike AF 55mm f/1.4, a few more Yongnuo lenses and the first Brightin Star AF 50mm f/1.4, but those will come either in late December or next year, so we are basically done with pretty much anything.

This means it’s time for you guys to let us know what you consider the top gear announced in 2023.

Quick note: the list includes cameras and lenses with autofocus or at least electronic contacts.

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These are the 17 New Autofocus Lenses we Got for Fujifilm X in 2023

click the image to see which X mount lens triggered my GAS most
click the image to see which X mount lens triggered my GAS most

X Mount AF lenses in 2023

In 2023, Fujifilm launched only one XF lens, the Fujinon XF 8mmF3.5.

But that is not all we got in 2023 in terms of autofocus X mount lenses.

In fact, many third party lens manufacturer have launched their own X mount AF lenses, and if we sum them up all, we see we got a total of 17 new lenses (some of them announced and coming soon but not yet on the market).

So here is the list.

  1. Fujinon XF 8mmF3.5
  2. Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8
  3. Sigma 23mm f/1.4
  4. Sigma 100-400mm f5.0-6.3
  5. Tamron 11-20mm f/2.8
  6. Viltrox 20mm f/2.8
  7. Viltrox 27mm f/1.2
  8. Viltrox 75mm f/1.2
  9. Sirui Sniper 23mm f/1.2
  10. Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2
  11. Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2
  12. TTartisan 35mm f/1.8
  13. Meike 55mm f/1.4
  14. Meike 85mm f/1.8
  15. Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8
  16. Yongnuo YN50mm F1.8X
  17. Brightin Star 50mm f/1.4

But as we can see, third party lens manufacturer prefer to navigate through the safer waters of popular focal lengths.

What we need at this point is Fujifilm to offer also something that other brands still not really offer: a long telephoto prime.

They need to do that, despite the fact that, as we have shown in this “vote future X mount lens” survey, telephoto lenses are not high on the priority list of FujiRumors readers.

The reality is that it’s on the wide end that at least our readers want more options from Fujifilm. You can check out the most wanted lenses here.

LAST HOURS of Years’ Best Deals on Fujifilm Gear, Editing Software, Peak Design Accessories and MUCH More – ENDS TODAY

Most of the amazing Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals end today, including the crazy deal on the GFX100S, the X-H2 and the X-H2S.

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Best Fujifilm Deals (end TODAY, Nov.27)

Best Sellers ENDING TODAY

  1. Luminar: Biggest sale of the year: up to -83% discount on Luminar Neo! Use our coupon code “FUJI” to get an extra 10% saving
  2. Topaz: up to 60% savings on Topaz software
  3. DxO: save up to 50% on all of their software

THESE DEALS END TODAY !!!

  • Peak Design: up to 40% discount sidewide at Peak Design store
  • Luminar: Biggest sale of the year: up to -83% discount on Luminar Neo! Use our coupon code “FUJI” to get an extra 10% saving
  • Capture One: save 50%
  • DxO: save up to 50% on all of their software
  • Viltrox up to 35% discount sidewide at the Viltrox Store here. On many products use coupon code “FUJIRUMORS” gives additional 8% discount
  • Think Tank: 25% off on some of Think Tank’s best-selling products
  • Topaz: up to 60% savings, best savings of the year
  • KEH: save 10% sidewide
  • SmallRig (Bhphoto – Amazon): Substantial rebates on lots of products also for Fujifilm
  • FieldMade lens indicators now 30% off
  • MZed Online Education: The online education membership for filmmakers is now $150 off on the MZed (+$20.000 gear giveaway)

OTHER DEALS

  • X-T5 Tips & Tricks Book: Save 50% on Rico Pfirstinger’s Fujifilm X-T5 X Pert Tips book at RockyNook using code “Fuji50” (ends Nov. 30)
  • Sirui: up to 20% off sidewide
  • Apple Black Friday Savings
  • BHphoto Extra Savings: Extra up to 10% off at BHphoto when using your Payboo Card on those selected items
  • Capture One Guide by Alexander Svet: up to 75% discount + addition 10% with code FUJIRUMORS (ends Nov.30)
  • Godox (via Amazon): save 40% with Promo Code 4041Y41F (ends Nov.30)
  • Pergear: 20% off on all lenses at Pergear store (use checkout code “BFCM2023PERGEAR”) (ends Dec. 1)
  • Workshops in Italy: Fujifilm shooter Luigi is offering workshops all over Italy. Now you can get them with $200 discount with code FUJIRUMORS

Third Party Lenses

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