LEAKED: First Image of TTArtisan AF 23mmF1.8 for Fujifilm X

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This is the first image of the TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 coming next for Fujifilm X mount.

Now, a more compact 23mm lens is definitely high on the Fujifilm X shooter wishlist.

In fact, it is the most wished lens by Fujifilm X shooters, according to a massive survey we launched last year.

But I think most of the people, who voted for the compact XF23mm lens would only really grab one, if it had an aperture ring.

So while the TTartisan AF 23mm f/1.8 is a welcome addition and will definitely be priced very gently, if it follows the pattern of its siblings (the 35 and 56 /1.8), I believe many fellow X shooter will pass on this one just because it does not have an aperture ring (I certainly will not buy it).

But the world is beautiful because everybody is different and has different preferences. So if no aperture ring is not a deal breaker for you, then maybe the TTartisan 23mm f/1.8 might intrigue you.

For me, the perfect XF23mm would look like the fan-made XF23mmF2 rendering we shared in this article (and you can see below).

In fact, let’s see which one you’d prefer. Feel free to vote the survey below.

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1934 Fujifilm Logo Stickers, Hot Shoes and Shutter Buttons

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When Fujifilm launched the X100VI, they also offered a limited edition X100VI at a premium price.

Yep, that version that later on some people tried to resell on eBay for a humble 18,000 Dollar.

The camera was basically identical to the regular X100VI, except for the fact that there were only 1934 units made and each got its unique number printed next to the hot shoe (plus freebies like a strap, etc).

Besides the unique numbering, the only way to distinguish the classic X100VI from the limited number one, is the special original Fujifilm logo engraved on the camera and on the lens cap.

Well, if you like the idea of having the old Fujifilm logo on your camera, you don’t really have to buy an overpriced second hand limited edition X100VI.

In fact, there are plenty of ultra-affordable stickers and hot shoes. So here are a few options.

Most of them are made by MakeAndModifyDesigns*, who writes “These are not printed paper stickers: these are the original 1934 Fujifilm logo laser engraved from a brushed silver foil normally used for industrial applications. Water proof, extremely durable, and precision cut to fit the X100V lens cap

*FujiRumors has no connection with MakeAndModifyDesigns. They did not contact me asking to be featured nor is FR affiliated with them. I just know about them because a member of the X100 Facebook group shared it in the group. If anybody of you has one of these accessories already, feel free to drop your impressions in the comments below.

X100VI In Stock Check

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Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 LAB – Fujifilm X Mount Version Coming too?

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We reported how on social media Viltrox wrote that the Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 LAB version will come soon also for Fujifilm X mount.

Shortly after, though, Viltrox said that they have no plans for such a lens.

Well, just to add more confusion, Viltrox has in the last few weeks stated twice on their social media that the Fujifilm X mount version is coming in 2025, as you can see from the screenshots above.

The summary: Viltrox says the X mount version is coming in 2025 even if they have no plans for it :).

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TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 Coming Soon

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We have received information (THANKS), that the TTArtisan AF 23mm f/1.8 is coming.

The rumor comes from a trusted source.

At this point I don’t have any additional info, but we remind you that recently TTArtisan launched the TTArtisan AF 35mm f/1.8 II and I would not be surprised if the 23/1.8 would follow the same design concept of the 35mmF1.8 but also the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 (compact but no aperture ring).

But again, that’s a mere speculation of mine (the greyed-out lens you see above is the TTArtisan 56mm). So don’t crucify me if it comes with an aperture ring just like the TTArtisan 27mm f/2.8. On the contrary, rejoice about the fact that my speculation was wrong.

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