Over at DPReview, somebody shared the new features guide for the Fujifilm GFX100 firmware 5.00.
Thanks to Stefan from DPR for sharing this. Nice spot!
Fujifilm has finally released the Fujifilm GFX100S firmware fix they promised us a couple of days ago.
The curious thing about this bug: people were forced to use a workaround for a while, and I know that some fellow GFX100S shooters, who applied the workaround, now actually stick with it as they find it more convenient that keeping the button pressed to change exposure compensation.
So, not all the bad comes to hurt, at least not for those, who now stick with the workaround solution.
Down below you find all the firmware details and download links.
Fujifilm has released the new firmware for the Fujifilm GFX50SII, which fixes the bug with the exposure compensation button.
The Fujifilm GFX100S suffers the same issue after the latest firmware, but so far it has not yet received the bug fix firmware. Fujifilm writes:
Revised firmware for FUJIFILM GFX100S is still being evaluated, although it was planned to be released on May 31.
We will release the revised version A.S.A.P. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.
In the meantime, here is the workaround (which some might even prefer).
Yesterday Fujifilm released a statement, where they acknowledge the exposure compensation bug introduced on Fujifilm GFX100S and GFX50SII with the latest firmware and they said a fix will be out on May 31.
Of course FujiRumors reported about it yesterday, but we also suggested a temporary workaround based on a recommendation that came from one of our fellow Fujifilm GFX users members here.
Well, it looks like Fujifilm read our article and has now updated their statement suggesting the very same workaround.
The exposure compensation can be used by changing the [EXPO. COMP. BUTTON SETTING] to [ON/OFF SWITCH], which will be the temporary workaround until the revised firmware is released.
*The menu flow to make the above setting is as follows.
[SETUP MENU] ➔ [BUTTON/DIAL SETTING] ➔ [EXPO. COMP. BUTTON SETTING] ➔ [ON/OFF SWITCH].
Always happy to help, Fujifilm :)
And thanks again to our amazing Fujifilm GFX group and Carlos in this case! You made it into an official Fujifilm press note.
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Fringer has released major improvements for the Fringer EF-GFX and the Fringer EF-FX (Pro) II.
Fringer adapters can be ordered at B&H Photo, AmazonUS and Adorama.
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There are currently massive deals running on Fujifilm GFX gear. So I thought let’s share a dedicated GFX roundup, just in case you are interested in the system and want to see what others think about it.
Lots of reviews will also cover the Fujinon GF20-35mmF4 lens, which is not included in the rebates, but is a true gem and I am afraid will pretty much reduce sales for the Fujinon GF 23mm f/4 to a minimum, as it is more flexible and smaller, while still being optically fantastic.
Also, I warmly recommend you to join our Fujifilm GFX group, which is full of talented and passionate GFX shooters sharing their work and thoughts there.
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Fujifilm has released a video where they finally announce what FujiRumors is telling you since a weeks: there is no Fujifilm X Summit in April, but it will take place on May 24 (as we told you) in Bangkok. Fujikina will take place on May 27 also in Bangkok.
This is what they say in the video.
FujiRumors has so far rumored two cameras and one lens.
Maybe some of this (or something else) will drop on May 24.
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Fujifilm has released firmware updates for plenty of lenses that will make the autofocus more silent, the aperture operate smoother and also give better tracking performance while zooming.
That’s a very nice upgrade especially for video shooters.
Not all lenses will get all these three updates. You can find the full detailed list below.
Many asked me if a new Fujifilm GFX camera would come in 2023.
Well, yes, definitely!
In fact, trusted sources (THANKS) told us that the next Fujifilm GFX camera to come will be the replacement to the Fujifilm GFX100.
So, not the replacement to GFX100S, or the GFX50R or anything else. What we will get is the successor to the Fujifilm GFX100.
That’s 100% sure and solid!
You know I’d never trick you with fake rumors to make traffic. I simply respect you guys too much to do that.
The Fujifilm GFX100 was launched back in 2019 and it was definitely revolutionary for its time, with a backside illuminated 102 megapixel sensor and IBIS, giving medium format speed and flexibility unseen until then in the digital medium format world.
I did go hands on with the Fujifilm GFX100, but these are the three main reasons I did not buy it:
Fujifilm fixed all these three issues two years later with the Fujifilm GFX100S, a camera that I now own and enjoy using especially for landscape photography but also to document family life.
Personally I’d have looked more forward to a Fujifilm GFX100S with 5th generation goodness or a GFX100R. But I know also the Fujifilm GFX100 has its loyal fellowship and I am working on all the details.
So definitely stay tuned on FujiRumors if you want to know more about it.
Mitakon is soon going to announce the Mitakon Zhongyi Optics 200mm f/4 for several mounts including Fujifilm X and GFX mount. As reported by Camerabeta on the Chinese social media weibo here:
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