Fujifilm Explains Camera Line Distinction (CLASSIC Beats PSAM) and Likely Told us Which Lines Will Survive (and Which Ones Not)

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Fujifilm Camera Lines Explained

The Fujifilm X-T line was never supposed to be a flagship camera.

Let me explain why.

When Fujifilm launched the Fujifilm X-H1, they called it their flagship camera, giving it top of the line features that no other camera had at that time (like IBIS) and in part still no other camera, except for X-Pro3, has (like the ultra-tough body). The Fujifilm X-T2 was positioned under the X-H1.

However, since it took Fujifilm so long to release the Fujifilm X-H1 successor, the Fujifilm X-T line had to take over the “flagship-role” for a couple of years.

But now, with the the release of the Fujifilm X-H2S and the pre-announced Fujifilm X-H2, everything is going back to normal so to say.

X-H is the flagship, and X-T is the mid-range.

And that’s not me saying it, but Fuji Guy Billy, who went through the “what is what” in the Fujifilm camera lineup with Bigheaedtaco, who then shared Billy’s list with us in the video below (starts 9:59).

For your convenience, here is the list.

  • X-H series:
    Refinement: Flagship Utility
    Interface: Hybrid
  • X-Pro series:
    Refinement: Luxury
    Interface: classic rangefinder
  • X-T* series:
    Refinement: mid-level
    Interface: classic SLR
  • X-S series:
    Refinement: Base Level
    Interface: DSLR design with PSAM interface
  • X-T** series:
    Refinement: Base Level
    Interface: classic SLR design with classic interface
  • X-E series
    Refinement: Base Level
    Interface: Rangefinder design with classic interface

Who REMAINS and who is OUT

  • I agree with Bigheadtaco when he speculates that all those camera lines mentioned in the list will see a successor at some point. Otherwise I believe Fuji Guy Billy would not have mentioned them
  • if correct, this means that also the X-E line will continue, hence there is hope for a Fujifilm X-E5
  • the true entry level line seems to be dead as it is not mentioned on the list. We already speculated about this back in 2020 when the X-T*** had been discontinued after only 9 months
  • this means little hope for Fujifilm X-A8, Fujifilm X-T300, X-A30
  • the “new” entry level (or base line) is considered the X-T** and X-S line

PSAM PANIC

  • there will be 3 lines with a more classic interface, and 2 lines with PSAM dials
  • Non-PSAM dial camera lines will remain the majority in the Fuji lineup (4 non PSAM lines vs 2 PSAM lines)
  • Fujifilm has not lost its soul! Classic control lovers like me will have plenty of cameras to pick from also in the future

By getting rid of a few lines and separating more clearly the remaining ones, Fujifilm has addressed one of the major concerns that was confusing Fujifilm X shooters: too many camera lines positioned too close to each other without sufficient differentiation.

In short we could say that every line will have a higher end and a lower end version

  • HIGH: X-H line – LOW: X-S line
  • HIGH: X-T* line – LOW: X-T** line
  • HIGH: X-Pro line – LOW: X-E* line

P.S.: It was just so much more fun when Fujifilm used other terms to identify their camera lines, like when they said the X-T** line for hipsters :).

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Alleged Fujifilm X-H2S Sony Sensor IMX671 Now Online Promises Future Great High-Speed Performance

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Somebody is right now sending some Sony sensor specs to all possible websites. And of course we received it too.

An APS-C format stacked sensor, dubbed the IMX671-AAPH, appears to be a public version of the sensor used in the X-H2S.
This is a sensor that allows for high speed readout without DRAM, the same architecture as the IMX472 in the Olympus OM-1.
Perhaps Fujifilm can achieve greatness in high-speed photography in the future.

Down below you can see the full file I have received.

Again: I have received this anonymously. I did not plan to publish it but since it is spreading all over the web, I will share it now, even thought it is very likely a fake.

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Fujifilm X-H2 HR 40MP will have Exactly Same Body of Fujifilm X-H2S

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There is a question I get very often these days via email but also in the comments here on FujiRumors. Does the X-H2 HR have the same body of the X-H2S HS?

Well, in regards to the Fujifilm X-H2 HR body, Fujifilm will do what in my opinion makes most sense (for R&D reasons): they will use exactly the same body of the Fujifilm X-H2S and just put a different sensor inside.

I know some will be disappointed that also the Fujifilm X-H2 will have a PSAM dial, but here are two positive aspects of that:

Ah, speaking of rumors… do not think we are done yet.

In fact, I am working on so many rumor fronts right now. One of them of course being the Fujifilm X-H2 40MP, but the eye of FujiRumors is also watching beyond that already. ;)

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Fujinon XF 60mm f/2.5 Macro OIS Patent Spotted

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A patent has been registered by Fujifilm that shows a Fujinon XF 60mm f/2.5 Macro OIS. Digicame-info, who spotted the patent and reports here, writes:

There are several examples with different lens configurations, but all of them are macros of 60mm f/2.5 and include an anti-vibration lens group (OIS). The focusing lens (GF1, GF2) moves internally, so it’s inner focus. Will one of these examples be the successor to the current XF60mm f/2.4 R?

You know what I think about patents. In 10 years of blogging I have shared hundreds of those on FR, and maybe only one became real (and I think even that one, we rumored it before the patent even surfaced).

I say it, because people are still desperately waiting for the Fujinon XF 300mm F4 and XF 500mm F5.6, which I warned you already are nowhere near to come (if ever).

Patents are concepts written on paper, and they remain such in 99% of the cases. So please don’t put too much hope in any of them.

Fujifilm has a new Macro in the works, but it’s the XF30mmF2.8 Macro here. And they have also a MKII lens to come this year, but it’s the XF56mmF1.2 MKII here.

  • Applicant: Fujifilm Corporation
    Publication number: P2022083846
    Application number: P 2020195417
    Released:2022-06-06
    Name of invention: Image sensor and imaging device
  • [Issue] We provide an imaging lens with good aberration correction even in proximity shooting conditions, and an imaging device with this imaging lens.
  • In recent years, with the high pixelization of the image sensor, it has been requested to have an image lens with a good aberration correction even in proximity shooting conditions.
  • This disclosure is based on the above circumstances, and the purpose is to provide an imaging lens with a good aberration correction even in proximity shooting conditions, and an imaging device with this imaging lens.
  • Example 1 (60mm f/2.5)
    Focal length 58.210
    F number 2.5
    Total angle of view 26.64
    Maximum image height 14.2

via IP Force

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IT’S GIVEAWAY TIME (Includes Chance to Win X-H2S)

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Here are 3 giveaways you might want to check out

5DayDeal Giveaway

Ahead of the 5DayDeal Video Creators Bundle sale, 5DayDeal has launched their traditional Giveaway. From Macbooks to Microphones to Filmpacks and more. Check out all the details and enter your chance to win some stuff at this dedicated 5DayDeal page.

Fuji Fanboys Giveaway

You can join your chance to win a Fujifilm X-H2S, a Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD a Fujifilm GF45mm F2.8 WR Lens and much more simply by submitting your images on Instagram using dedicated hashtags:

X-Series        : #4thFujifanboys_X
X100 Series :  #4thFujifanboys_X100
GFX Series  :  #4thFujifanboys_GFX
Video           :  #4thFujifanboys_Video

You can read all the details here. Closing date 30th of June. The images of the winners will be displayed at various cities around the world in dedicated exhibitions.

CineD Giveaway

In this case you have to tell CineD in a short 10 seconds video “why you deserve to get the new FUJIFILM X-H2S camera for FREE” and CineD will respond by choosing not one, but TEN lucky winners! While FUJIFILM is giving away 10 cameras for their exclusive contest, CineD will top it off by adding $1000 in cash for EACH of the TEN winners.

You can read all the details here. Contest ends June 14th.

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