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Fujifilm GFX 50R: The Everyday Medium Format gets First Looks, Autofocus Tests and Size Comparisons

Fujifilm GFX 50R

I just came home from another busy day at Photokina, and I played again around with the Fujifilm GFX 50R. It’s a really fine camera, and my GAS goes strong, but $4,500 still make it out of my reach. So my money is safe (I think :) ).

For rangefinder guys like me, the Fujifilm GFX 50R is surely more fun to use than the GFX 50S, also on the streets and for daily documentation of life.

Kevin Mullins and Jonas Rask also said on their live talks at Photokina, that the Fujifilm GFX 50R is a medium format they enjoy to pick up and carry around for daily shooting, much more than a bulkier Fujifilm GFX 50S, which is definitely a wonderful tool for professional work, but not as “casual” as the Fujifilm GFX 50R.

So keep in mind that performance is just the same of Fujifilm GFX 50S. What the real difference is, is the shooting experience. So I will share a few reviews down below, but none will tell you how the Fujifilm GFX 50R feels in your hands.

Fujifilm GFX 50R: BHphoto (save up to $2,800), Adorama, AmazonUS

Blog Posts

  • optyczne.pl (translation) – first look with size comparison to GFX 50S and X-E2s. Down below a live view AF demo they shared on youtube
  • camerajabber – Fujifilm GFX 50R review: In pictures

Videos

optyczne youtube – GFX 50R Live View

engadget youtube – Fujifilm GFX 50R and GFX 100 First Look

SUPER FULL FRAME Fujifilm GFX 50R First Look and GF 50mmF3.5, 100-200mm F5.6, 45-100mm F4 Images

SUPER FULL FRAME

One thing I liked form the Fujifilm GFX 50R and GFX 100 live stream announcement, is that Fujifilm asked what full frame means.

Full” indicates that some kind of limit is reached. So what is the Fujifilm GFX system? Well, then Fuji calls it a “super full frame” ;)

And just for fun I will tell you this: in German we often refer to “full frame” as “Kleinbild“, which means “small frame“, because it’s smaller than… guess what?… you got it, medium format!

So what now, is full frame actually a small frame?

In order to end the confusion, I will tell you this: every system is “full frame”. Fuji’s APS-C system is conceived and designed for APS-C, and so is their MF system. M43 is build around the M43 sensor and so forth.

Whatever you hold in your hands right now, from an iPhone to Phase One, it’s “full frame”.

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Fujifilm GFX 50R Pre-orders Start Now with up to $2,800 Bundle Savings

The Fujifilm GFX 50R is finally available for pre-order at BHphoto, Adorama and AmazonUS.

BHphoto also offers additional savings on top of the current GF lens deals. You can save up to $2,800 if you purchase the Fujifilm GFX 50R along with the GF63mmF2.8 (save $1,000), GF32-64mmF4 (save $800) and GF45mmF2.8 (save $1,000).

Amazon sellls the GFX 50R with the following bundles

Here is the list of GF lens deals that will expire on September 29.

GF 63mm (save $350): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
GF 32-64mm (save $450): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
GF 120mm (save $550): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
GF 110mm (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
GF 23mm (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
GF 45mm (save $350): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

BHphoto Fujifilm GFX 50R Bundle Super Deal

Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 100S Product Catalogue Available

Fujifilm GFX 100S and GFX 50R

Fujifilm just uploaded the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 100S product catalogue

You can now pre-order the Fujifilm GFX 50R at AmazonUS here.

Fujifilm GFX 50R Pre-Order @ 9AM EST on 26 Sept. at BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, PCHstore

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Fujifilm GFX 50R Pre-Order at AmazonUS

 

You can now pre-order the Fujifilm GFX 50R at AmazonUS here. Here are the combos:

Fujifilm GFX 50R Pre-Order @ 9AM EST on 26 Sept. at BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, PCHstore

GF 63mm (save $350): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
GF 32-64mm (save $450): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
GF 120mm (save $550): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
GF 110mm (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
GF 23mm (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
GF 45mm (save $350): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

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Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 100S LIVE BLOGGING – Until 9AM EST on September 26

Fujifilm GFX 50R Pre-Order @ 9AM EST on 26 Sept

Fujifilm GFX 50R: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, PCHstore

Official Fujifilm GFX 50R/100S Info + New GF Lens Roadmap

Fujifilm GFX 50R
Press Release / Product Page + Sample Images

Fujifilm GFX 100S
Press Release

New GF Lens Roadmap
Press Release

FujiRumors Coverage

  • fujirumors youtube – hands on the GFX 50R
  • fujirumors.com – LIVE STREAMING of GFX launch (with screenshots)
  • fujirumors.com – Capture One Adds Fujifilm GFX Support, Film Simulations and Special Fujifilm Version (with discount code for FR readers)
  • fujirumors.com – Fujifilm Launches New GFX Series Medium Format Mirrorless Digital Camera “FUJIFILM GFX 50R”
  • fujirumors.com – Fujifilm Unveils GFX 100S Megapixels Concept, First Medium Format Camera with IBIS
  • fujirumors.com – Fujifilm GFX 100S First Official Product Images
  • fujirumors.com – Fujifilm Announces Development Roadmap for Latest Interchangeable Lenses for GFX Series

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First Look Reviews

Size Comparison + GFX 100S Images

CaptureOne / Iridient

Capture One just annoucned a major Fujifilm support update. They now support all Fujifilm cameras, the will add film simulation support and tethering for GFX 50S, X-H1, X-T3, X-T2, X-T1, X-Pro2 and they also launched a special Fujifilm version.

  • Use coupon code “AMBFR” at checkout to get a discount!

Iridient X Transformer supports Fujifilm GFX 50R

Videos (Links only)

GFX 50R First Looks

GFX 100S

GFX 50R (very nice) Promo Videos

Videos (Embedded on FR)

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Fujifilm GFX 50R and GFX 100S Photokina LIVE STREAM Video – CAPTURE ONE SUPPORT ANNOUNCED

Fujifilm GFX Live Stream

Here is the Fujifilm GFX 50R and GFX 100S live stream directly from the press event at Photokina 2018

  • Fujifilm will never stop, and is confident to grow despite more mirrorless competitors
  • GFX grew Fujifilm’s market for 60% in last 2 years
  • 2nd mirrorless manufacturer
  • Fujifilm unique color science are one of Fuji’s strenghts
  • lenses are also a strength. Only 2 companies can make broadcasting lenses, because it’s very difficult, and Fujifilm is one of them
  • they quote “the world does not fit into 35mm format”
  • they say “there are things nobody would phtography, if Fujifilm doesn’t make them
  • X-mount small and handy, GFX for ultimate IQ
  • very positive response about X-T3
  • they promote the X-T3
  • APS-C is the best balanced system. You save 1/3 weight compared to FF
  • they show mock-ups of XF16-80 and XF33mmF1.0
  • they call the GFX “super full frame”
  • GFX 50R announced
  • 775 grams weight (140 grams lighter than GFX 50S)
  • 1 inch thinner than GFX 50S
  • Beta tester praises image quality, and says it handles great
  • GFX 50R simplicity and lightness. Shooting feels natural, says the beta tester
  • easier to travel
  • GF 50mm F3.5 announced (in development)
  • available in November 2018
  • $4,500
  • new GF lens roadmap, that now grows to 11
  • Capture One support with tethering and film simulation support
  • Capture one express is free
  • Capture One Pro for Fujifilm special. Handles all Fujifilm cameras and top 6 cameras for tethering. Subscription only
  • Capture One Universal (subscription or perpetual license)
  • GFX 100S worlds first MF with IBIS, on sensor phase detection and mirrorless
  • around $10.000 and available early 2019
via Lok: https://twitter.com/lokcheung/status/1044565256859787266

Fujifilm GFX 50R Pre-Order Coming Soon: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

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Fujifilm Launches New GFX Series Medium Format Mirrorless Digital Camera “FUJIFILM GFX 50R”

Fujifilm launches new GFX Series medium format mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM GFX 50R”

Fujifilm GFX 50R: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, PCHstore

– Incorporates a large sensor approximately 1.7 times the size of full-size 35mm image sensor
-New model with a rangefinder style design, a lightweight 775g* body and easy operability
-Produces ultra-high image quality with 51.4 million pixel sensor, ideal for both snapshots and portraits

September 25, 2018
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Fujifilm GFX 50R Vs. Hasselblad X1D Vs. Sony A7III & more Size Comparison

Fujifilm GFX 50R

Tomorrow (Wednesday) at 09:00 AM New York time, the Fujifilm GFX 50R will be finally available for pre-order. And if you plan to get one, make sure to get your deal on GF lenses before September 29,  because the lens deals will expire there.

GF 63mm (save $350): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
GF 32-64mm (save $450): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
GF 120mm (save $550): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS
GF 110mm (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
GF 23mm (save $550): BHphoto, AmazonUS, Adorama
GF 45mm (save $350): BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

Don’t forget our NON STOP GFX LIVE BLOGGING.

With that said, apotelyt added the Fujifilm GFX 50R to their size comparison database. I have compared the GFX 50R to

Of course the Fujifilm GFX 50R can’t have the size of the Hasselblad X1D, since the X1D has no mechanical shutter in it.

Make your own comparison here.

Fujifilm GFX 50R Pre-Order @ 9AM EST on 26 Sept. at BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, PCHstore

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PhotoKina 2018 is Ready for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Fujifilm GFX 100S at 07:30 AM EST and FujiRumors is There for You!

FujiKina

Today Fujifilm will unveil the Fujifilm GFX 50R and the Fujifilm GFX 100S. The press event starts at 07:30 AM New York time.

And yep, I am here at Photokina 2018, and today I smuggled myself through the security controls and took a look at the Fujifilm booth, which they are building up right now.

Sadly the press conference room is under the highest level of control, and no chance to enter without press-card.

However, I noticed 2 Fuji guys entering the press hall, and one was holding a rangefinder medium format film camera in his hand (maybe the Fujifilm GF670, but it was hard to see exactly).

It’s pretty clear that they are going to show their rangefinder medium format heritage to the press, and then unveil the long rumored Fujifilm GFX 50R (which you can see who it looks like here).

Of course I will be live blogging non stop, so make sure to stay tuned on FujiRumors via Facebook, Instagram, RSS-feed and Twitter and to join our Fujiflm GFX facebook group as well as our Fujifilm GFX page.

P.S.: and of course on the way to Cologne I stopped at the Oktoberfest… it was simply fantastic… at least so they told me, since I can’t remember that much ;). But now I am back full power and ready for the ultimate blogging on FujiRumors!