Fujifilm X100F Firmware Details Leaked… and Don’t Panic Regarding the Fujifilm X-T20 Firmware Update

2 days ago here on FujiRumors we broke the news, that 6 Fujifilm cameras will get a firmware update soon. Included in our list was also the Fujifilm X100F.

The day after, nokishita leaked the details of the updates, but the Fujifilm X100F was not included in the list.

Just now, though, nokishita updated the list with the X100F firmware. Here are the details of the update

X100F Firmware Ver.2.10 -due April, 2018
Enlarged and customizable indicators or information
The upgrade allows users to enlarge indicators and information in the viewfinder and/or LCD monitor. This upgrade will also enable users to customize the location of where the information is shown on the display.

The X100F firmware can be considered minor, especially compared to the other upcoming massive updates. But Fujifilm notoriously never covers the X100 line with lots of Kaizen love, even though it was the original X100 to start all the “Kaizen-buzz” back in the days.

But with the growing number of camera models, Fujifilm had to make decisions which cameras they can keep up covering with Kaizen love, and which one not… and the X100 line had to be sacrificed.

If you want to see what the firmware update details of the Fujifilm GFX 50S, X-E3, X-T2, X-Pro2 and X-H1, check out this post.

Also, I notice many X-T20 owners now panic, because the X-T20 is not mentioned in the list. But keep in mind these are only announcements of upcoming firmware updates. And the one for the X-T20 has already been announced (and it’s massive!). That’s why it is not included in the list.

The X-T20 firmware will come, according to Fujifilm, in early April… so it can’t be that long anymore ;)

EPIC LIVE BLOGGING on April 12… stay tuned on FR via Facebook, RSS-feed, Instagram, Youtube and Twitter.

we are going to have fun :)

LEAKED: Full Details of Upcoming Fujifilm Firmware Updates + First Images of GF 250mmF4 and GF 1.4x Teleconverter

Nokishita just leaked the full details of the upcoming firmware for Fujifilm GFX 50S, X-T2, X-H1, X-Pro2 and X-H1 that we rumored here, as well as the first images of the Fujion GF 250mm F4 and GF 1.4x Teleconverter (all specs here).

To my knowledge, also the Fujiflm X100F should get a firmware update, but it is not included in the list of nokishita.

EPIC LIVE BLOGGING on April 12… stay tuned on FR via Facebook, RSS-feed, Instagram, Youtube and Twitter.

we are going to have fun :)

Full Firmware Details

X-T2 Firmware Ver.4.00 -due May, 2018

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Fujinon GF 250mm F4 Hands On Pictures Leaked and UK Pricing – Official Announcement VERY SOON

LIVE BLOGGING STARTS SOON

PRE-ORDER LIVE AT ANY MOMENT

Fujinon GF 250mm F4: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
Fujinon GF 1.4x Teleconverter: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
18mm Macro Extension Tube: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
45mm Macro Extension Tube: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

ePhotozine leaked a few more pictures and details about the GF250mm F4 ahead of the official launch, which will happen soon.

And do make sure to read the FULL LEAKED PRESS RELEASE of the GF 250mm F4 and more in this article.

  • Release end of may
  • The GF 250mm f/4 R LM OIS WR is a telephoto lens that achieves approximately 198mm in 35mm format equivalent. Plus, attaching the GF1.4X TC WR, 1.4x teleconverter provides coverage for telephoto shooting up to approximately 277mm in 35mm format equivalent, without any image quality deterioration.
  • The lens is also equipped with the new focus pre-set function, which allows the photographer to instantly activate focus settings previously saved in the lens memory.

Pricing will be as follows:

  • Fujifilm Fujinon GF 250mm f/4 R LM OIS WR Lens £2,899.00Macro
  • Extension Tube for GF Lenses -18mm (MCEX-18G WR) £ 289.00Macro
  • Extension Tube for GF Lenses -45mm (MCEX-45G WR) £ 289.00
  • 1.4x Teleconverter for use with GF250mm lens (GF1.4X TC WR) £ 749.00

Here are the leaks at ephotozine

  • GF 250mm announcement here
  • GF 250mm hands on photos here
  • Firmware update announcement here

Also photographyblog uploaded some hands on pictures

Annoncement is expected within minutes so stay tuned on FujiRumors for an huge live blogging via Facebook, RSS-feed, Instagram, Youtube and Twitter.

Fujinon XF 16-55 f/2.8 – Dating the Prom Queen!!

'Stella' - candid street portrait, Western Australia, 2018. Fuji X-T2, XF 16-55, 16mm @F2.8
‘Stella’ – candid street portrait, Western Australia, 2018. Fuji X-T2, XF 16-55, 16mm @F2.8

GUEST POST FEATURE
Write Your Articles Directly on FujiRumors!

guest post by Philip Sutton: philipsuttonphotography.com + instagram at fineartfoto

Previous guest posts of Philip Sutton

  • Fujifilm – My Journey From Frustration To Competency – Read here
  • The Pleasure and Pain of Fujifilm Lenses! – Read here
  • Fuji X-T1, X-T2 – A New Way of Seeing! – Read here
  • Fuji X-T2 and X-T1 – a New Perspective on Myanmar in 2017 – Read here
  • Fuji X-T2/X-T1 – Recce in Bali – Read here

I have written a lot about my different lenses over the years, and I even mentioned the 16-55 lens on my last blog relating to my seven year journey with Fujifilm. I am currently halfway through writing my most recent blog regarding the new style of street photography that I have implemented using the flip out screens on my X-T2’s. However, I have been so excited recently about my 16-55 lens that I have momentarily dropped all other projects, so I can write a long-term review on this wonderful lens.

My Quest

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Switching from Lightroom to Capture One for Fujifilm X-Trans Files: More Flexibility, More Tools and More Details

Capture One Vs. Lightroom

Ming Cai (a photographer and youtuber who has way less subscribers than he deserves, so go and subscribe!) is now in the process of switching Capture One Pro for his Fujifilm X-Trans files editing.

He shared the first video of what will probably become a series of videos about Capture One. So make sure to check out his channel and see the first video at Ming Cai Youtube.

He really likes C1 and he seems to prefer it over Lightroom, since it offers features and tools that Lightroom does not have.

  • Capture One Pro renders details better than Lightroom. You can get same sharpness with Lightroom, but it requires extra processing steps
  • Capture One Pro gives more control over images (more tools)
  • Capture One Pro allows to add contrast without adding saturation
  • Capture One Pro has a much more advanced color editing tool

Capture One 10% Off

Remember, you can get Capture One 11 with 10% discount at Capture One here, by using coupon code “AMBFR”.

Capture One & X-Trans

In 2017, Capture One has made huge steps forward when it comes to Fujifilm X-Trans files support by adding Fujifilm compressed RAW support, OpenCL and more (we reported about it here).

Tethering is not supported, but if you own an X-T2, X-Pro2 or X-T1, an easy and quick workaround is to use Fujifilm’s free tethering software X Acquire.

C1 still does not offer film simulation profiles, but there is a great homebrew at the fuji-x-forum. However, a Capture One manager said in 2017 here, that “there is no reason why we can’t offer Fuji’s film simulations profiles in future“.

C1 is slow, when it comes to add new cameras to their supported list. They just recently added Fujifilm X-E3 support and there is no Fujifilm X-H1 support yet (but it will come).

Fujifilm X-T2 & X-T20 Deals Extended + X-E3 Deals + €300 Price Drop on X-T2 in Europe!

EXTENDED X-T2 DEALS

The deals on the Fujifilm X-T2 were supposed to expire March 31, but Fujifilm extended them until April 28, so they will end at the same deay as the Fujifilm X-H1 introductory deal.

Also added: deals on Fujifilm X-A3 and Fujifilm X-E3 with free premium leather strap.

Fujifilm X-E3 + Free Premium Leather Strap: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

The price on the Fujifilm X-T2 also just massively dropped in some European countries, and you can get body only or various combos with a €300 discount. Check out AmazonDE and AmazonFR.

 

Editing Software Deals

You can get Capture One 11 with 10% discount at Capture One here, by using coupon code “AMBFR”.

You can get Luminar 2018 and Aurora HDR 2018 with $10 discount by using coupon code “FUJI”

Third Party Fuji X Mount Lens Deals

BHphoto has all third party Fuji X lens deals listed on this page here.

Fujifilm X-H1 Deals

Fujifilm X-H1 Bundle Deals – Save $150
Adorama + BHphoto include Free Domke Bag
with XF 16-55: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with XF 50-140: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with XF 100-400: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with Vertical Grip + XF 16-55: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with Vertical Grip + XF 50-140: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with Vertical Grip + XF 100-400: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

Fujifilm X-H1
All combos: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

Fujifilm X-E3

Fujifilm X-E3 + Free Premium Leather Strap: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

Fuji X-T2 & X-T20 Deals

Fujifilm X-T2 Black + 1* or 2** XF lenses (save $200): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, Focuscamera
*14 / 16 / 23F1.4 / 27 / 35F1.4 / 56 / 56APD / 60 / 90 / 10-24 / 16-55 / 18-55 / 18-135 / 50-140 / 55-200 / 100-400
** 18-55 + 14 / 18-55 + 16 / 18-55 + 23F1.4 / 18-55 + 27 / 18-55 + 35F1.4 / 18-55 + 56 / 18-55 + 56APD / 18-55 + 60 / 18-55 + 90 / 18-55 + 10-24 / 18-55 + 16-55 / 18-55 + 18-55 / 18-55 + 18-135 / 18-55 + 50-140 / 18-55 + 55-200 / 18-55 + 100-400

Fujifilm X-T2 Graphite + 1* XF lens (save $200): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, Focuscamera
*14 / 16 / 23F1.4 / 27 / 35F1.4 / 56 / 56APD / 60 / 90 / 10-24 / 16-55 / 18-55 / 18-135 / 50-140 / 55-200 / 100-400

Fujifilm X-T20 + 16-50 + 50-230 + grip (save $429): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
* AmazonUS and Adorama include lots of freebies

Fujifilm X-T20 + 16-50 (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
* AmazonUS and Adorama include lots of freebies

X-E2S Super Deal & More

Adorama has still a few X-E2S in stock, and they are now selling the silver X-E2S body for a ridiculous price of $349 (50% discount). The black X-E2S body instead comes for $419 (40% discount).

Fujifilm X-E2S
with 18-55 + 14mm bundle deal (save $519): Adorama
body only (save $200): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
with 18-55 (save $319): Adorama

Fujifilm X-T1
black body (save $650): BHphoto
black body + free accessories (save $650): BHphoto
with 18-55 + Battery Grip (save $800): BHphoto
with XF 35mm f/2 (save $750): BHphoto
Graphite body (save $750): BHphoto
with XF18-55 (save $750): BHphoto

Fujifilm XF16mmF1.4 R WR + Free Accessory Bundle worth $296 at Adorama

Fujinon XF35mmF2 WR + $50.00 Gift Certificate at Adorama
Fujinon XF23mmF2 WR + $50.00 Gift Certificate at Adorama

Fujinon XF100-400mm
with Free Accessory Bundle (save $300): Adorama
with XF1.4X TC + Accessories (save $300): Adorama
with XF2.0X TC + Accessories (save $300): Adorama

Fujifilm XF50-140mm + XF100-400mm + Accessories (save $355): Adorama

BREAKING: Fujifilm X-T3 and GFX 100S will Have Interchangeable FULL FRAME, APS-C and Monochrome Sensor Similar to Ricoh GXR/S10

Fujifilm X-T3

Do you like Full Frame? Do you prefer APS-C? Is X-Trans your thing or do you want a Bayer sensor? Or maybe you always dreamed of a monochrome sensor?

Don’t worry, to get all of this, you will need just one camera, the Fujifilm X-T3.

Our top trusted Japanese source just told us that the Fujifilm X-T3 will have an interchangeable lens/processor/sensor.

The concept is similar to the one used by the Ricoh GXR/S10, where basically lens, sensor and processor will be integrated into 1 single unit, that you can switch how you prefer.

Our trusted source told us, that at the Fujifilm X-T3 launch in September 2018, the Fujifilm X-T3 will be offered with:

  • 24MP APS-C X-Trans sensor
  • New X-Trans sensor with less than 30MP
  • 24MP BSI Bayer Full Frame sensor of Sony A7III
  • Monochrome 24MP Full Frame Sensor of Leica M Monochrom
  • organic APS-C sensor with global shutter

Along with the Fujifilm X-T3, Fujifilm will also launch the first two Full Frame lenses:

  • XFF 35mm F1.8
  • XFF 70-200mm F2.8

I asked our Japanese source if it will have also the option of a Medium Format sensor, but the source said MF sensor would make the Fujifilm X-T3 chassis too big, and Fujifilm wants to keep it smaller than the X-H1.

Fuji’s idea is to offer a Fujifilm X-T3, where you guys can still perfectly use all your current APS-C lenses, but if you want, you can slowly transition to full frame and finally spend more money on bigger FF glass.

The source also told us, that the new system is the real reason, why the Fujifilm X-T3 will not have IBIS: it is just technically too complicated at the moment to make an interchangeable sensor system with IBIS incorporated.

The price of the Fujifilm X-T3 will be “extremely agressive” said the source and “lower than current X-T2 price“.

You can check out the Ricoh GXR/S10 to get more details on how it works.

Fujifilm GFX 100S

The source also told us that the Fujifilm GFX 100S will also have a completely interchangeable sensor/processor unit, and in this case Fujifilm will offer a monochrome medium format sensor as well as an APS-C X-Trans sensor, so that people, upgrading from APS-C to Medium Format, will be able to use all their Fujinon XF glass on the GFX 100S without needing any adapter

No Full Frame sensor will be offered for the Fujifilm GFX 100S.

On the other hand, the Fujifilm GFX 50R will remain with a fixed MF sensor. The goal of this camera is to make it as cheap as possible.

Stay tuned on FR, not only on April 1st ;) … via Facebook, RSS-feed, Instagram, Youtube and Twitter

all the best,

Capture One Easter Flash Deal

Capture One Easter Deal

From the 29th of March to 2nd of April Capture One Pro is offering two Style packs (Film & Cinematic) for free!

Ger your Capture One 11 deal here.

Capture One & X-Trans

In 2017, Capture One has made huge steps forward when it comes to Fujifilm X-Trans files support by adding Fujifilm compressed RAW support, OpenCL and more.

Tethering is not supported, but if you own an X-T2, X-Pro2 or X-T1, an easy, quick and free workaround is to use Fujifilm’s tethering software X Acquire.

C1 still does not offer film simulation profiles, but there is a great homebrew at the fuji-x-forum. However, a Capture One manager said in 2017 here, that “there is no reason why we can’t offer Fuji’s film simulations profiles in future“.

C1 is slow, when it comes to add new cameras to their supported list. They just recently added Fujifilm X-E3 support and there is no Fujifilm X-H1 support yet (but it will come).

Mega Deal on Fujifilm X-E2S: Get it Now for $349 Only (Limited Stock) + Very Last Fuji Deals

Just as any other Fujifilm 16 megapixel camera, also the Fujifilm X-E2S is officially discontinued. In fact, BHphoto and Co don’t sell it anymore.

However, it seems that Adorama has still a few in stock, and they are now selling the silver X-E2S body for a ridiculous price of $349 (50% discount).

The black X-E2S body instead comes for $419 (40% discount).

IT’S (ALMOST) OVER

This are the very last days to save big on Fujifilm GFX 50S and Fujifilm X-T2. The deals expire March 31. All the details below.

Regarding the Fujifilm X-H1 introductory deal, it will expire April 28.

Editing Software Deals

You can get Capture One 11 with 10% discount at Capture One here, by using coupon code “AMBFR”.

You can get Luminar 2018 and Aurora HDR 2018 with $10 discount by using coupon code “FUJI”

Third Party Fuji X Mount Lens Deals

BHphoto has all third party Fuji X lens deals listed on this page here.

Fujifilm X-H1 Deals

Fujifilm X-H1 Bundle Deals – Save $150
Adorama + BHphoto include Free Domke Bag
with XF 16-55: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with XF 50-140: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with XF 100-400: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with Vertical Grip + XF 16-55: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with Vertical Grip + XF 50-140: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with Vertical Grip + XF 100-400: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

Fujifilm X-H1
All combos: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

Fujifilm GFX

Fujifilm GFX 50S + Any GF lens* (save $1,000): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
* GF63mmF2.8 / GF45mmF2.8 / GF32-64mmF4 / GF120mmF4 / GF110mmF2 / GF 23mmF4

Fuji X Deals

Fujifilm X-T2 Black + 1* or 2** XF lenses (save $200): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, Focuscamera
*14 / 16 / 23F1.4 / 27 / 35F1.4 / 56 / 56APD / 60 / 90 / 10-24 / 16-55 / 18-55 / 18-135 / 50-140 / 55-200 / 100-400
** 18-55 + 14 / 18-55 + 16 / 18-55 + 23F1.4 / 18-55 + 27 / 18-55 + 35F1.4 / 18-55 + 56 / 18-55 + 56APD / 18-55 + 60 / 18-55 + 90 / 18-55 + 10-24 / 18-55 + 16-55 / 18-55 + 18-55 / 18-55 + 18-135 / 18-55 + 50-140 / 18-55 + 55-200 / 18-55 + 100-400

Fujifilm X-T2 Graphite + 1* XF lens (save $200): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, Focuscamera
*14 / 16 / 23F1.4 / 27 / 35F1.4 / 56 / 56APD / 60 / 90 / 10-24 / 16-55 / 18-55 / 18-135 / 50-140 / 55-200 / 100-400

Fujifilm X-T20 + 16-50 + 50-230 + grip (save $429): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
* AmazonUS and Adorama include lots of freebies

Fujifilm X-T20 + 16-50 (save $100): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
* AmazonUS and Adorama include lots of freebies

Fujifilm X-E2S
with 18-55 + 14mm bundle deal (save $519): Adorama
body only (save $200): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
with 18-55 (save $319): Adorama

Fujifilm X-T1
black body (save $650): BHphoto
black body + free accessories (save $650): BHphoto
with 18-55 + Battery Grip (save $800): BHphoto
with XF 35mm f/2 (save $750): BHphoto
Graphite body (save $750): BHphoto
with XF18-55 (save $750): BHphoto

Fujifilm XF16mmF1.4 R WR + Free Accessory Bundle worth $296 at Adorama

Fujinon XF35mmF2 WR + $50.00 Gift Certificate at Adorama
Fujinon XF23mmF2 WR + $50.00 Gift Certificate at Adorama

Fujinon XF100-400mm
with Free Accessory Bundle (save $300): Adorama
with XF1.4X TC + Accessories (save $300): Adorama
with XF2.0X TC + Accessories (save $300): Adorama

Fujifilm XF50-140mm + XF100-400mm + Accessories (save $355): Adorama

Fujifilm Manager Interview: Great Fujifilm GFX Sales, X70 Successor and Sony, Canon, Nikon FF Mirrorless: “We Will Work Hard to Keep Our Uniqueness”

DPReview interviewed three of the most representative Fujifilm mangers: first and foremost nothing but “official FujiRumors.com Lover” Toshihisa Iida, as well as Makoto Oishi and Shin Udono.

Here some excerpts:

Fujifilm GFX 50s

  • We’ve shipped more than we expected and planned for. Even more impressive is the lens attachment rate, as we’ve sold so many lenses as well. Overall, GFX sales have exceeded our predictions. […] Something that we didn’t expect was the number of high-end amateurs buying the GFX system. According to our survey, 80% of users are non-professional, and 20% are professional. That was a surprise. […]
  • Many customers may want to use their existing lenses on a GFX body, so we support many third-party adapter manufacturers to provide lens adapters. […] We’re surprised too that we can find over 100 lens adapters in the market, with 28 types of mounts.
  • At the moment, yes [we are currently more focused to make prime lenses], but we are aware of requests from customers for other zoom lenses.

Fujifilm X-H1 and X-E3

  • customers actually requested a bigger grip and better handling [to use especially with bigger lenses like the 100-400 and future 200mmF2]
  • Last September, we went the opposite direction with the X-E3. We said, ‘this is a minimalism camera.’ Less is more. One reason for these lineups is that each photographer, each customer, requires a different style of camera.

APS-C + Medium Format… and What about Full Frame?

  • At the moment, we don’t feel that there’s anything we need to add [in addition to APS-C and MF], but we do want to focus on APS-C cameras. We think that’s a good format for the best balance between size, speed, quality, and now we have the GFX [for even greater quality].

Fujifilm X70 Successor?

  • Yes, we are considering it

Video Vs. Stills

  • I think we will see more users transition from stills to video rather than the other way around

Kaizen Updates

  • Yes, that’s technically possible [X-H1 autofocus enhancements on X-T2]. We continue to be committed to firmware upgrades, but we need to decide which cameras really require new functionality.

The Future

  • there is much room to improve stills photography functionality [firmware and hardware]

Competition: Sony, Canon and Nikon

  • We will see more competition with Canon and Nikon as well as Sony, but we will work hard to keep our uniqueness

Canon and Nikon Full Frame Mirrorless Coming

  • My answer was always, ‘welcome.’ Because having those strong brands in the mirrorless marketplace increases general awareness of mirrorless, and that’s a good thing for the whole industry. […] We will see more competition with Canon and Nikon as well as Sony, but we will work hard to keep our uniqueness in design and usability; [one big way] we differentiate is by our analog controls. And of course, we need to keep innovating inside our cameras as well, improving the sensor, processor, and also by introducing new lenses.

Asian Vs. USA Market

  • For the US market, we definitely have focused on the high-end side, and that has been successful.
  • If you look at the Asian market, the X-A series are really popular mirrorless cameras. In Thailand, our market share for mirrorless is over 40%. […] these customers are used to smartphones, and they’re switching to mirrorless.

Make sure to read the whole interview at dpreview here.

Fujifilm GFX 50S + Any GF lens* (save $1,000): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
* GF63mmF2.8 / GF45mmF2.8 / GF32-64mmF4 / GF120mmF4 / GF110mmF2 / GF 23mmF4

Fujifilm X-H1 Bundle Deals – Save $150
Adorama + BHphoto include Free Domke Bag
with XF 16-55: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with XF 50-140: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with XF 100-400: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with Vertical Grip + XF 16-55: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with Vertical Grip + XF 50-140: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
with Vertical Grip + XF 100-400: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera

Fujifilm X-H1
All combos: BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera