It’s high time to share some hard facts:

• 544 blog posts published so far in 2015
• 92 of these 544 articles were rumors
• 48 were right, 7 were wrong and 37 still have to be verified
• 87,27% correct rumors shared so far in 2015 (and it’s up to you to decide, if the 7 wrong rumors are really that grave or rather irrelevant)
• 1000’s of “Thank you” to all those sources, who shared correct rumors with FR. :-)

About the rumor check

All the rumors shared here are different rumors, mostly from different sources, all shared at a different time about different things.

Also consider that for example every single Fuji X-T10 rumor shared over half a year by different sources (the announcement date, several specs, the leaked images etc.) could have been right or wrong. That’s why they have to be listed separately.

Throwing for example all X-T10 rumors into one pot would not respect the work of several FR-sources. It probably wouldn’t even change the correct rumor hit rate at all, since we’d then have to put together also the wrong rumors, which means I’d have shared just 4 wrong rumors instead of 7.

If you don’t trust this list for whatever reason, then feel free to invest a couple of hours of your time, go through all the rumors shared in 2015 and make your own list. Then pass it to me via email. I’ll be happy to publish it on FujiRumors.

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HIGH RATING*

* 75% to 99% correct

– Fujifilm decided to go ahead and produce the XF33mmF1.0
– Fuji X-PRO2 delayed to 2016
– X-Pro2 will NOT show up at CES 2016 but later!
– X-PRo2 announcement Janaury 15, 2016
– Fuji X-PRO2 will be 4K capable
– X-PRO2 will have new processor EXR III
– Fujifilm X-PRO2 will have 1/8000 mechanical shutter speed
– The Fuji X-PRO2 will be weather sealed
– Fujifilm will launch the X70, little sister of the X100 series… with a NEW LENS!
– Fuji X-PRO2 available early 2016
– The rumored X-E2 firmware will bring a new AF-system to X-E2 cameras

– No more X-PRO1S, all R&D placed into the X-PRO2 (shared in 2014)

MEDIUM HIGH RATING*

*50% to 74% correct

– The Fujifilm X-PRO2 will come in January 2016
– X100T successor with Newly Developed Lens!
– X-PRO2 Sync Speed faster than 1/180th
– Fujifilm is forging a MEDIUM FORMAT CAMERA
– Fuji plans a Super Fast XF 33mmF1.0, but final decision is not yet made if to produce it or not
– Fujifilm plans a Super Fast F/1.0 lens!
– Sony A7000 APS-C sensor with BSI and 24 or about 30 MP, 4K, Phase detection pixels covering the whole sensor area
– No further delay on the XF100-400 (roadmap says available within March 2016)
– Fuji Flash delayed to first half of 2016
– X-PRO2 with tilt screen

– X-PRO2 with 24MP (shared in 2014)
– Fuji Flash made with METZ, ABC grouping, off shoe TTL (shared in 2014) [NOTE: As confirmed here, Fuji really planed to release it in 2015. However, the Metz insolvency changed everything. I still don’t know if this will lead also to changes in the specs].

MEDIUM LOW RATING*

*25% to 49% correct

– Internal Fuji roadmap shows 200mm, 8mm and 33mm. But 33mmF1.0 still not sure if Fuji will make it
– No Plans for an Instax Wide Printer at this stage
– Sigma has no Plans to make X-mount lenses. X-Market share too small
– Fujifilm considering to make an XF 60mm Mark II, once they completed the roadmap!
– Fuji X-PRO2 will have „about the same size“ of the current Fujifilm X-PRO1
– No Full Frame for Fuji X100T successor? New Source says: “Same sensor of Fuji X-PRO2”
– Kaizen Again? Fuji X-T1 will get another Firmware update this year!
– The Fujifilm X-E2 will get the NEW AF-SYSTEM by the end of this year
– Fujifilm Flash will come in spring 2015, guide no. 50 and wireless control [NOTE: As confirmed here, Fuji really planed to release it in 2015. However, the Metz insolvency changed everything. I still don’t know if this will lead also to changes in the specs].
– Fujifilm X-T2 coming pretty soon after the Fujfilm X-PRO2

– X-PRO2 priced about 20% to 30% more expensive than the X-T1 (shared in 2014)
– X-PRO2 will feature a dual SD card slot (shared in 2014)
– X-PRO2 with tilt screen (shared in 2014)

LOW RATING*

*1% to 24% correct

– XF100-400 and XF120mmF2.8 delayed!
– X-PRO2 with bigger sensor ( ≈ 1.3x crop), compatible with existing lenses
– Fuji working on bigger sensor camera. Some XF lenses already able to cover bigger sensor!
– Fujifilm will launch the first X series camera with 1” sensor in about 3 months. Fixed lens super-zoom with range similar to X-S1
– Next generation of X-Trans sensor will be made by Toshiba [NOTE: I never believed it, and never planed to publish it, but since the famous joofei shared it here, I decided to share it. We now know that everything joofei shared so far is wrong.] – Fujifilm X-PRO2 coming “late 2015“ [NOTE: This early rumor (shared on Janaury 13) was probably correct at the time of sharing, but will turn out to be wrong due changed plans at Fuji. Unless I find an official statment from Fujifilm about the delay, I’ll consider it a wrong rumor anyway.]

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Here is a little tidbit for you, while we are waiting for Rico’s First Looks coming here on FujiRumors! (at 01:00 NY-tine / 07:00 Berlin Time) –

This time the leaks come from Down Under. Fujifilm Australia announces new Firmware coming October 29:

“ANNOUNCEMENT: We at Fujifilm Cameras Australia are excited to announce a new firmware update for the following cameras: X-Pro1, X-T1, X-T10, X-E2, X-E1, X-M1, X-A2, X-A1, XF50-140mm (scheduled for release on 29 October 2015).

Additionally, we would like to introduce a host of NEW products which include: a new Fujinon lens, the XF34mm F2.0 R WR, a new teleconverter lens, XF1.4X TC WR, and two new accessories, the LH-XF35-2 and PRF-43 (coming this November).”

And also a Press Release has been pubslished, at photoreview & ePHOTOzine (35mmF2 press release / 1.4x TC Press Release). 1.4x will cost AU$649 and the 35mmF2 will cost AU$599.

PRESS RELEASE

A compact and lightweight, prime lens that promises to deliver sharp images with fast autofocus speeds in a weather-resistant structure has been added to the Fujifilm XF lens line-up.

The FUJINON XF 35mm f/2 R WR has an angle of view that’s similar to the human eye, has a maximum aperture of f/2.0 and offers a focal length equivalent to 53mm. The lens is constructed from 9 elements in 6 groups, is weather and dust-resistant and can work in temperatures as low as -10°C. The new 35mm lens has the smallest diameter in the XF lens line-up and according to Fujifilm, can achieve an autofocus time of 0.08 sec.

A circular lens hood is included with the lens and there’s also a metal hood (LH-XF35-2) available for purchase as an optional accessory. Both lens hoods allow the front lens cap to be used while attached.

The Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2.0mm lens will be on sale in the UK from mid-November 2015. The Suggested Retail Price will be £299.00.

A firmware update is required for the Fujifilm X series camera bodies in order for them to be fully compatible with the new lens which will be available from October 29 2015.

Also announced today was the FUJINON XF1.4X TC WR Teleconverter which will be available mid-November 2015 with an SRP of £329.00.

Main Specifications:

• Lens construction – 9 elements 6 groups (includes two aspherical elements)
• Focal length – f = 35mm (35mm format equivalent：53mm)
• Angle of view – 44.2°
• Max. aperture – f/2
• Min. aperture – f/16
• Aperture control – Number of blades: 9(rounded diaphragm opening), Step size: 1/3step (19 steps)
• Focus range – 35cm
• Maximum magnification – 0.135x
• External dimensions (Diameter × Length approx.): φ60.0mm x 45.9mm
• Weight (excluding caps and hoods): 170g
• Filter size: φ43mm
• Accessories included:Lens cap FLCP-43, Lens rear cap RLCP-001, Lens hood. Wrapping cloth

From Fujifilm UK: 

FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Shigehiro Nakajima) is proud to announce that a new “FUJINON XF 35mm f/2 R WR” lens will be added to its premium mirrorless “X-Series” interchangeable lens camera line-up in November 2015. The new 35mm lens offers a focal length equivalent to 53mm, its angle of view is similar to that of the human eye, and it has a maximum aperture of f/2.0

The “FUJINON XF 35mm f/2 R WR” is a standard focal length prime lens which delivers sharp images with rich bokeh. The optical construction of 9 elements in 6 groups (including two aspherical elements) achieves the perfect balance of high image quality and compact size. The lightweight is weather and dust-resistant and can work in temperatures as low as -10°C. The XF 35mm f/2.0 features the smallest diameter in the XF lens line-up and thanks to the inner focus system and stepping motor, it achieves an autofocus time of just 0.08 sec.

This lens is very versatile and can be used for a wide variety of scenes and applications.

1. Sharp, rich image quality

Lens construction of 9 elements in 6 groups delivers sharp, high-quality images, even at the widest aperture of f/2.0.

2.  Compact and discrete

Two aspherical lenses are used to ensure a small and compact exterior. At just 45.9mm in length and with a diameter of 60mm, the slim and stylish design allows comfortable operation and draws minimum attention to the photographer, making it the perfect lens for portrait, street or reportage photography.

3. Fastest autofocus speed of 0.08 sec

An inner focusing system, which moves the small and lightweight lens elements, is combined with a stepping motor to produce quiet, accurate and fast autofocus – a must for all snap shooters that need to capture a spontaneous moment.

4. All metal exterior, weather and dust-resistant and -10°C low-temperature operation

The all-metal construction of the lens exterior ensures it is durable enough for a wide variety of shooting situations. The fine texture of the metal parts further enhance the shooting experience and ensure it can be operated easily and accurately with wet or gloved hands. The lens features a weather- and dust-resistant structure with eight seals on the lens barrel keeping the lens protected from rain, dust and splashes of water when shooting outdoors. It can also work in temperatures as low as -10℃.

5. Two types of lens hood

Lens hoods block unnecessary light from entering the lens to maximise optical performance. There are two types of lens hood available for the XF35mmF2 R WR. A lightweight and compact circular lens hood is included with it and a classical and stylish metal hood LH-XF35-2 is available for purchase as an optional accessory. Both lens hoods allow the front lens cap to be used while attached.

Fujifilm will add two high performance weather resistant Fujinon accessories to its X Series interchangeable lens line-up.