3… 2… 1… FIGHT :: Sony A6300 Vs. Fuji X-Pro2 Comparison (RESOLUTION) :: and my First 30 Minutes Flirt with the X-Pro2!

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Mirrorlessrumors calls it “the battle of the Giants“. And sure, in the APS-C world, these are the two hottest cameras of the moment: the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and the Sony A6300!

Both cameras seem to winner for the respective brand and sell like hot cakes at AmazonUS. But which one performs better in terms of Sharpness (both cameras sport a 24MP sensor)?

Cameralabs compared the X-Pro2 with the (currently discounted) XF10-24mmF4 and the A6300 with the Zeiss 16-70mmF4 zoom. They say that “both lenses used are high quality and shouldn’t limit the sensor in each camera.”

The difference is overall quite noticable. Camerlabs mentions 3 reasons for the better results of the X-Pro2 (except the last crop, the Palm): 1) X-Trans 2) Lens Quality 3) Internal Processing. Here an excerpt:

The Fuji architecture [X-Trans] allows it to deliver typically crisper results than most rivals, especially when coupled with a quality lens like the XF 10-24mm. This is most obvious in the first two rows where the Sony crops look comparatively soft in comparison. I’d say some of this is due to differences in optics towards the edges of the frame – where the Fuji lens is clearly performing better – but also in terms of the sharpness delivered by the Fuji sensor and its subsequent processing.”

As you judge the remaining crops towards the centre of the frame where the optics perform more similarly, there’s roughly the same degree of detail recorded by all three models. Certainly the Fuji sensor and processing are delivering a crisper-looking result using the default settings, but I wouldn’t say there’s more detail in there – it’s more that Fuji’s in-camera processing is doing a better job at delivering a crisper result, if of course that’s what you want. I reckon you could get a similar result from all three if you adjusted their in-camera JPEG settings or processed a RAW file with similar parameters.”

It’s really true when they say: “We buy cameras, but we invest in good glass“. As for many of you, the Fujinon Glass always was for me the main reason to stick with the X-series.

X-Pro2 IN STOCK at BHphoto and Adorama

HUGE Fuji US-X Sale now also at BHphoto & Adorama (save up to $400)

In the meantime, I’ve finally had my first 30 minutes flirt with the X-Pro2… that little thing is pretty damn hot!

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RUMOR :: Fujifilm XF120mmF2.8 Release Delayed to last quarter of 2016!

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Whenever it comes to announcement dates, shipping estimates, Firmware release dates and so forth I’m scared to share rumors. Because, as you know, Fujifilm can change plans in any moment, and actually most of the 16% wrong rumors I’ve shared in 2015 were just wrong, because Fuji changed plans.

And this is another case where I got information from reliable source, but since it’s something Fuji can change again in any moment, I invite you to be careful with this information anyway.

That said, I absolutely trust this source, and I’m confident that what I’m going to share with all of you now, is the current plan of Fujifilm.

According to this source, the XF120mmF2.8 WR OIS, originally scheduled for July release according to the roadmap you can see above, has now been postponed to the last quarter of 2016.

Maybe (but this is NOT part of the rumor) a reason for the delay could be that Fujifilm is currently focussing on the XF23mmF2 WR lens, which, although not in the official roadmap, is rumored to be released even before the XF120mm. Fujifilm might consider this lens a priority over the 120mm. A good choice? Say it in the Poll:

Should Fujifilm postpone the XF120mm launch and release the XF23mmF2 WR first?

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Detailed X-Pro2 Vs. X-T1 comparison at Petapixel :: XF100-400 Review at ephotozine :: X-Pro2 Podcast & more!

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X-Pro2 In Stock at BHphoto / AmazonUS (via third party) / Adorama

Thoughts about the Fujifilm X-Pro2 at blickwechsel / Podcast: A look at the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and more… at thedigialtrekkerFujifilm X-T1 vs X-Pro2: Which Camera Should You Buy? at petapixel / XPRO2 First impressions : A beast of a camera or do I sense some disappointment ? at tomleuntjensphotography / Review (with nice images) in Japanese at photo.yodobashi (translation) / My Take on ACORS at insigniachiaki / X-Pro2 + XF100-400mm Does Rugby X-Treme at macleancomms / X100 to X-Pro2: My X Series Journey – so far! at macleancomms / First real-world impressions from Bill Palmer at macfilos / On the streets with the Fujifilm X-Pro2 at sjl / My Initial Thoughts On Fuji’s New Flagship Body slrlounge /

Fujifilm X70
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X70 Thumbrest? Here is what lensmate says: “We really like the X70 and are sure it will be very popular, but because the LCD screen on the X70 is very close to the top of the camera and can rotate 180 degrees there is no way to add a thumb rest.

Review at focus-numerique (translation) / X70 Review at cameras.reviewed / Field Test at the Spanish site dslrmagazine (translation) / Fuji X70 Review: A New Compact X Series Camera at findingrange / Revie at stuff.tv /

Fujinon XF100-400
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 Review at ephotozine:

This is a very well made lens with lovely bokeh and a high level of sharpness. Flare, CA and distortion are all but abolished. Images look clean and crisp and sharpen well in Photoshop. The lens is easy to use, the OIS system enables hand held shooting with confidence and the close focus extends the possibilities of subject matter. It is an excellent all round choice for an ultra-telephoto for Fujinon cameras and maintains the reputation of Fuji for high quality lenses.”

Fujinon XF100-400mm unbiased review at wimarys / First Look at losingit / Review at roninphoto /

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What the Heck!!! Graphite X-T1 now $600 off (Open Box) :: XF56mmF1.2 now $320 Off :: & More Deals!

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Official Fujifilm Seller OneCall has some crazy deals on X-gear, like a $600 discount on the graphite X-T1! All items below are Open Box items with one year warranty included:

A new, unused item with absolutely no signs of wear. The item may be missing the original packaging, or in the original packaging but not sealed

All the deals listed below are better than the current USA official Fujifilm deals.

[shoplink 43581 ebay]Graphite X-T1[/shoplink] (save $600)
[shoplink 43583 ebay]silver X100T[/shoplink] (save $330)
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[shoplink 43613 ebay]XF16-55 WR[/shoplink] (save $340)
[shoplink 43557 ebay]XF55-200[/shoplink] (save $260)
[shoplink 43558 ebay]XF56mmF1.2[/shoplink] (save $320)

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Do you want to contribute to the development of the COSYSPEED Camslinger Outdoor bag? You can!

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Hey

I‘m Thomas from COSYSPEED and have a maybe interesting idea.

We are developing a CAMSLINGER bag for outdoor active photographers, like climbers, hikers or bikers. The CAMSLINGERs are especially designed for mirrorless cameras.

The first step of a „CAMSLINGER Outdoor“ prototype is currently under a field test by Swiss photographer and climber Stephan Wiesner. It would be really cool, if your readers could support us with their comments, ideas and suggestions. So we could develop the next step of prototypes using your readers comments and share the results.

It would be  great if you could share the video Stephan Wiesner made during a mountain tour in the Alps.

Link EN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjW4W6pTHUc
Link DE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zp9hgozlG0U

DISCLAIMER: FujiRumors is not affiliated with Cosyspeed. I share because Thomas asked me if I could share with you. I’m also owner of a first generation Camslinger and I can say that I like the funcionality of this bag, especially for my mountain hikes. See the current CosySpeed Camslinger offer at BHphoto.

FUJI X100 (1) FUJI X100 (2)

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