Fujifilm Revolutionizes X100VI Distribution With Spectacular Pop-Up Shops in Iconic Locations

Fujifilm has just announced what I consider a brilliant solution to the immense request of the Fujifilm X100VI and also a great way to make sure that scalpers won’t get their greedy hands on it.

They have now completely stopped selling the Fujifilm X100VI via regular stores and have announced there will be pop-up stores set up in these 225 stunning locations all over the world.

The 225 location have been selected together with National Geographic.

Once sold out, Fujifilm will open 1,000 more new pop-up shops here.

This ensures that only those truly dedicated to obtaining an X100VI will have the opportunity, as acquiring one will require traveling to various locations rather than simply ordering online or finding it at a local store.

Now your X100VI journey will start with a great adventure!

Press Release

Fujifilm Revolutionizes Camera Distribution with Spectacular Pop-Up Shops in Iconic Locations Worldwide, Combatting Scalpers Along the Way

[TOKYO, April 1, 2024 ] – FUJIFILM Corporation (President & CEO, Representative Director: Teiichi Goto) is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking shift in its distribution strategy with the introduction of stunning pop-up shops set amidst some of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes.

These immersive pop-up shops, located in iconic destinations ranging from serene mountain peaks to sun-kissed beaches, will offer enthusiasts the opportunity to collect their coveted Fujifilm X100VI cameras in person, adding an unforgettable element of adventure to the purchasing experience.

“By creating these unique pop-up shops in awe-inspiring locations, we’re not just selling cameras; we’re creating unforgettable memories for our customers,” said Teiichi Goto, CEO at Fujifilm. “We believe that picking up your new X100VI camera should be as extraordinary as the photos you’ll capture with it.”

In addition to providing customers with an unforgettable experience, these pop-up shops serve as an innovative solution to combat scalpers. By requiring in-person pickup in remote locations, Fujifilm aims to ensure that genuine photography enthusiasts have access to the X100VI without falling victim to scalping practices.

Fujifilm has collaborated with National Geographic to pinpoint these 225 locations for these pop-up shops, ensuring that each site offers a truly remarkable backdrop for the camera pickup experience. Additionally, once the initial batch of X100VI samples is sold out, Fujifilm plans to launch 1,000 more new pop-up shops, further expanding accessibility to the coveted cameras.

This pioneering distribution strategy underscores Fujifilm’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, providing photography enthusiasts with an unforgettable opportunity to experience the magic of Fujifilm firsthand.

About Fujifilm
Fujifilm is a global leader in imaging technology, providing a wide range of products and services to meet the needs of photographers and enthusiasts around the world. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, Fujifilm continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of photography.

I am Sorry Scalpers, But Fujifilm USA Cares: Large Number of Limited Edition X100VI Order Canceled and Raffle Announced

 

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Fujifilm USA X100VI LE Raffle

You know what’s funny?

When scalpers grabbed a large numbers of limited edition Fujifilm X100VI cameras using bots, they started bragging about how many they were able to snatch.

And when somebody called them out and said that Fujifilm USA is looking manually into every order, they just gave a cheeky reply that Fujifilm is bluffing and they won’t care, as you can see from this screenshot.

And look, I get their mindset. I mean, Fujifilm couldn’t care less who bought the cameras. Bots or not, Fujifilm cashed in its money and could move on happily.

But sadly for scalpers, Fujifilm actually cares about its customers and on their social media they announced they have looked into every order, canceled a large number of them and will offer a raffle in future to give a fair chance to loyal fans.

Now it will be funny to follow all those scalpers on their discord servers and see their reaction when hundreds of their orders get canceled.

Sorry guys, this is what happens when a company actually cares about its customers!

What’s Good Customer Service

It’s when things go wrong, that you really see how good a customer service is. And things definitely went wrong in many countries with the limited edition X100VI sale.

And I call it great customer service that Fujifilm USA admitted that things went wrong, then manually checked every single X100VI LE order, canceled all suspicious orders and found new ways to distribute the X100VI LE.

Here in Europe (except for UK) we might have had the same scalper issue judging by the sheer speed all the X100VI LE sold out all across Europe. And I can find lots of X100VI LE now sold in Europe at a higher price on eBay. But I have no information on which steps Fujifilm Europe took (if any) to minimise the scalpers issue.

The New Kit: Fujifilm X-T50 to be Announced Together with XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8

Well, I guess that after all the rumors we saw this one coming. But at least now it is official in terms of “rumors”.

The Fujinon XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8 will be announced together with the Fujifilm X-T50.

So the Fujifilm X-T50 will be the first camera to be offered bundled with the new Fujinon XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8.

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Limited Edition Fujifilm X100VI Sells Out Within Minutes All Over Europe, Except for UK Who Takes a Different Path

The X100VI Madness Continues

Today the limited edition Fujifilm X100VI was available for sale in almost all European countries.

And guess what?

It sold out within a few minutes everywhere.

The system Europe has set up: who comes first, gets the camera!

Of course this system is dream come true for scalpers, and I’d not be surprised if in a few days we will find 90% of the purchased limited edition X100VI cameras highly overpriced on eBay. Let’s see if somebody will be able to top the 18,000 USD X100VI limited edition.

Fujifilm UK Goes a Different Path

Fujifilm UK instead has decided to take a different path. A path that will make life to scalpers a bit more difficult.

Here is how Fujifilm UK will distribute their 110 units of limited edition X100VI cameras:

  • subscribe to the newsletter of Fujifilm UK
  • on March 25, subscribers will receive an email with a link
  • using that link, you can enter a ballot for the X100VI between March 25 and March 27
  • on April 2nd the winners will be selected and notified
  • on April 6 the winners can pay and pick up their limited edition X100VI at the House of Photography

If you want to know how to grab the limited edition X100VI in USA, check out this article.

There Will NEVER be a Fujifilm X-T40, because it Will be Called Fujifilm X-T50 ;)

Most people and all websites are calling the successor to the Fujifilm X-T30II the “Fujifilm X-T40“.

However, according to our sources, there will be no Fujifilm X-T40, because the X-T30II successor will be called Fujifilm X-T50.

That makes sense to me, because it belongs to the 5th generation Fujifilm cameras (with 5th generation processor, AF goodness etc).

And yes, I know. The X-H2, X-H2S and X-S20 are also part of the 5th generation Fujifilm lineup, and yet they don’t feature the numeral “5” in their names. However, transitioning directly from X-H1/X-S10 to X-H5/X-S50 would likely have been too big of jump. In this case, it makes sense to maintain the “2” designation, indicating the second generation of this series.

So, from now, shall we call it the Fujifilm X-T50.

The Fujifilm X-T50 will be the next APS-C camera that Fujifilm will launch.

5th Generation X Gear

5th Generation GFX Gear

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Just announced: New Topaz Photo AI 2.4


Topaz just released the new Photo Ai 2.4 version (Click here).

Here is the list of improvements and new features:

In the last few months we gathered feedback on Topaz Photo AI through our support channels, forums, and numerous user interviews. Thanks to all of you who have graciously shared your time to participate. We identified many areas for improvement and set four goals to improve the application:

  1. Make it easier to use
  2. Increase user control over processing
  3. Improve speed of processing and editing
  4. Create room for new tools including generative AI like Remove

We explored many solutions, tested, refined, and selected the best to build. The new design includes several big changes.

A new workflow

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Fujifilm X100VI Officially Recommended Accessories

I got a couple of questions on accessories for the Fujifilm X100VI.

Now, down below I will share the list of officially Fujifilm recommended accessories for Fujifilm X100VI.

Of course there are lots of third party accessories, and in most cases accessories for X100V will also fit X100VI. For example:

But for the purpose of this article we stick with what Fujifilm officially recommends and is also on the official compatibility list.

Officially Recommended X100VI Accessories

Lens accessories

Camera Case

Grip

Power supply

Body accessories

Supported memory card

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Fujifilm X-Pro4 Rumor :: X-T40 Rumor :: Three Cameras in First Half 2024 :: X100VI Announcement and More – Top 10 February Articles

Here are the top 10 articles for February.

  1. Fujifilm to Launch Three Cameras within First Half 2024
  2. Forget About Fujifilm X-Pro4, X-E5, GFX100SII, X-T40, X80 & Co: the Only Camera Coming February 20 is the Fujifilm X100VI
  3. Fujifilm X100VI Additional Specs: 3.69 m-Dot EVF, 6.2K30P, Made in China, UHS-I slot and More
  4. Fujifilm X100VI Announced – Reviews & Pre-Orders Now! LIVE BLOG
  5. Don’t Get Fooled: Fujifilm X100VI Lens Identical to X100V
  6. First Leaked Fujifilm X100VI Images
  7. First (Pixelated) Images of Fujifilm X100VI Unveil no D-Pad
  8. Fujifilm X100VI to Cost €1,799 (and $1,599?)
  9. Fujifilm X-Pro4: Here is the Truth!
  10. BREAKING: This is Fujifilm’s Next APS-C Camera (after X100VI)

Fujifilm X100VI in Stock Check

These 10 Fujifilm Lenses are Currently “Under Study” – Which one Would You Like to Get? – VOTE NOW

Fujifilm displayed 10 lenses that they have currently “under study”, as we already reported here.

The did let 200 journalists vote on which one they’d like to get.

But I thought Fujifilm should get a little bit of a larger feedback, so I took the 10 lenses and made a survey out them here on FujiRumors.

Please vote the hell out of this survey and give Fujifilm a massive feedback.

Show them what the FujiRumors community is capable of, when it comes to giving feedback to Fujifilm ;)

Which Fujifilm Lens would You Like to Get? (max. 1 selection)

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Fujifilm X100VI Sparks Frenzy at CP+: Enthusiasts Queue for 30 Minutes for a Hands-On Experience

The Fujifilm X100VI excitement is reaching new heights!

As CP+ unfolded today, reports from the Japanese website dc.watch have unveiled an astonishing scene – a 30-minute queue forming just for enthusiasts to get their hands on the Fujifilm X100VI.

It’s downright unbelievable, especially considering this frenzy occurred on a regular workday (Thursday). One can only imagine the pandemonium expected over the weekend.

Having attended several photography fairs myself, including twice at the largest photography fair in the world, Photokina (2016 report here – 2018 report here), where manufacturers typically unveiled their top-tier offerings, I’ve toured booths from Canon, Nikon, Leica, Fujifilm, Sony, Hasselblad, and more. Never, in all my experiences, have I witnessed a 30-minute queue just to touch & try out a new camera.

The buzz surrounding the X100VI is nothing short of extraordinary. The anticipation and demand for this camera seem to have surpassed anything seen before.