BREAKING: Fujifilm X-T30II has No IBIS and is “More or Less an X-T30 on Firmware Steroids”

We already told you that Fujifilm will launch the Fujifilm X-T30II.

Now sources reached out to us and told us that it will be “more or less a Fujifilm X-T30 on firmware steroids“.

Another source (thanks) told me that it won’t have IBIS, which is one of the features many thought would be added on the X-T30II.

End of rumor… and now, dear X-T30 owners, be kind to Fujifilm in the comments if you want to get Kaizen love ;).

P.S.: Yep, I once told you the X-E4 would be the last X-Trans 4 camera. Now we have this one. But now you also get it why the X-E4 is really the last X-Trans IV camera, as this one is an X-T30 with new firmware. But don’t worry, I’ll move it into my wrong rumors list anyway.

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Fujifilm X-H2 Coming with New X-Trans Sensor: My Thoughts and Your Vote!

Thanks to our sources, we know it: the Fujifilm X-H2 will feature a new X-Trans sensor!

What we also know, is that the Fujifilm X-H2 will be Fujifilm’s first camera to feature a new sensor and processor.

So here is quickly what I think about it.

Now, both color filter arrays have their strengths and weaknesses. We have written about it more in detail here. In short we could sum it up like this:

  • Bayer Array: better for more features
  • X-Trans Array: better for image quality

Again, this is a brutal simplification. If you want to understand it better, definitely read this article.

My Thoughts

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EXCLUSIVE: Fujifilm X-H2 with X-Trans or Bayer? The Answer Now on FujiRumors!

Who said the X-H line is dead? ;)

Well, certainly not FujiRumors, who warned you from all the fake X-H line is dead “rumors” already back in 2018.

The Fujifilm X-H line is not dead at all. In fact, the Fujifilm X-H2 will come, and FujiRumors has already shared a few rumors about it:

But one question I’ve often received remained unanswered (until today): will the Fujifilm X-H2 have an X-Trans sensor or a Bayer sensor?

I know this is such a divisive topic in the Fujifilm community, that no matter which choice Fujifilm makes, some will be inevitably disappointed whereas others will be happy. And I get it, as both color filter arrays have their strengths and weaknesses, as we explain here.

But now it’s time for you to know.

The Fujifilm X-H2 will feature a new X-Trans sensor.

Hold on tight guys, as more rumors will come about the Fujifilm X-H2.

But don’t get too distracted by the X-H2, as on September 2 at 9AM New York Time there will be huge Fujifilm announcements!

We will cover it all live and non stop here on fujirumors.com. And here is what you can expect:

Keep an eye on our dedicated X and GFX rumor section for the latest updates.

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TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro Review

FujiRumors has already shared the TTArtisan lens short-mid term roadmap for Fujifilm X and GFX mount, and it contains a few very nice options, including the first TTArtisan autofocus lens for Fujifilm. You can check it our here.

One lenses on the roadmap and scheduled for September release is the TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 Macro lens.

Well, fellow X shooter pal2tech has already got his hands on the TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 macro. Above you can see the full video and below summary:

  • to cost around $100/150
  • strange, flat and thin lens cap
  • lens hood is not included
  • very tight aperture ring
  • 8 elements in 7 groups
  • 11 aperture blades
  • f/2.8 to f/16
  • 372 gram weight
  • not electronically controled lens. All manual lens and no EXIF lens data saved
  • solidly build lens
  • very nice focus ring
  • clear markings
  • filter size 52
  • 70cm minimum focus distance
  • at f/2.8 there is some vignetting and center is quite soft
  • at f/4 it gets much better
  • even better at f/5.6, but it still a bit soft of the corners
  • corners improve at f/8. Best aperture for this lens
  • no chromatic aberration issues
  • pretty good job of subject isolation at f/2.8
  • color rendition slightly on the cooler side
  • not recommended for professional macro work. You’ll need optical quality of the Fujinon XF80mm F2.8
  • but for prosumers it is a viable option

TTArtisan 40mm f/2.8 (coming soon): TTArtisan / BHphoto / AmazonUS / Adorama

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LEAKED: Fujinon XF 33mm f/1.4 Price and Additional Specs

In the past few months and weeks (first rumor in March 2021), FujiRumors has leaked several specs about the Fujinon XF33mm f/1.4 R LM WR:

  • Fujinon XF33mm f/1.4 R LM WR
  • weather sealed
  • linear motor
  • announcement September 2

Today we can add a few more tidbits, including the price:

And finally the price:

  • $799

You are invited to join the Fujifilm X Summit Live Stream party here on FujiRumors on September 2.

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Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD will Cost $699

The upcoming Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD will cost $699.

We remind you that the Sony E mount version will come first (September), followed later on by the Fujifilm X mount version.

For the specs check out our previous article here.

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Sigma Keeps Teasing Fujifilm X Mount Lenses

Sigma has teased Fujifilm X mount lenses in the past:

And apparently they do not stop here.

In fact, when recently asked if there will some lenses for Fujifilm, Sigma answered on their social media:

I expect that they’ll be on Sigma’s radar going forward.

The difference to the past is that this time they did not give any time indication (2021). Maybe the worldwide shortage of chips has forced Sigma to change plans and move the release back to 2022?

On the good side: they don’t say “hopefully” we will see Fuji X mount lenses coming (as they did in the past), but they “expect” them going forward.

2021, 2022, we waited so long that at this point it does not make a massive difference anymore. Just give us Sigma X mount lenses in not so distant future ;).

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7Artisans 25mm f/0.95 First Review, Product and Sample Images

Just yesterday we reported that 7Artisans is about to release the 7Artisans 25mm f/0.95 lens for Fujifilm X.

After my article, a FR-reader reached out to me (thanks) and directed my attention a website called schlueter-enterprises, who has already shared sample images, product images as well as an initial review about this lens. I will share the link to everything down below. Now here just some main points and images.

  •  build quality of 7Artisans 25mm f/0.95 lens is fully in line with the high end quality finish of 7Artisans 35mm f/0.95 and 7Artisans 50mm f/0.95
  • smooth damped movement of the aperture and focus ring
  • 11 lenses in 9 groups (3 lenses are made of high end HOYA ultra low dispersion glass)
  • a bit front heavy on X-Pro2 due to 99.7mm length and weight
  • filter diameter of Ø52mm
  • without lens hood the IQ is already high [admin note: he still needs to get a proper lens hood for this lens]

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7Artisans 25mm f/0.95 Coming Soon

According to information we have received, 7Artisans will soon launch the 25mm f/0.95 for Fujifilm X mount.

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Full List of What We Expect to be Announced at Fujifilm X Summit on September 2

The last few weeks have been extremely busy in terms of rumor work here on FujiRumors.

Lots has already been shared, but I am working on so much more.

And since I believe you might enjoy summer, hence might not have spend all that time online, here is a complete recap of what we expect to be announced during the Fujifilm X summit on September 2 in terms of new gear.

All this gear will be available for pre-order on September 2.

And of course, this is the gear I have heard of. I don’t know if anything else will be announced in addition to that. We will find out soon enough.

Of course, FujiRumors will cover the event live here on FujiRumors.

As for the specs of the various lenses and cameras, check out our rumor section to find the information you are looking for.

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