Today I decided to take a look at the refresh rate of the top/mid range Fujifilm cameras and tried to make a guess (NOT A RUMOR) about when the Fujifilm X-H2, Fujifilm X-Pro3, Fujifilm X-E4, Fujifilm X-T4, Fujifilm X-T30 and Fujifilm X200 (or X100V) can be expected.
Overall we can see how the Fujifilm X-E and X-Pro line are gravitating towards a 4 years refresh time, whereas X-T and X100 line are close to a 2 years refresh time.
WARNING
This is not based on rumors, and it’s not said that Fujifilm will always keep the same product refresh rate. Everything can change anytime.
All 2/3 sensor cameras are not included, since the won’t ever get any successor (not even 1 inch sensor cameras, no matter what old patents say)
X70/XF10: XF10 is not the X70 successor. It’s unclear if there will be a Fujifilm X80 at some point
X-A line has a high refresh rate, but the FR community is for the most part not interested in this camera line
GFX 50S, GFX 100S, GFX 50R: According to our rumors, the GFX 100 comes 2 years and 3 months after the GFX 50S. It’s unclear if the Fuji GFX 50R will also get a 2 year refresh rate or a 4 year refresh rate like its rangefinder brothers the X-Pro and X-E
Recently we launched an interesting poll (almost 7,000 votes), where we could see that most FR-readers are waiting for the Fujifilm X-H2 and hence did not buy the Fujifilm X-T3.
But I wonder, is it only because the Fuji X-H2 will have IBIS, or do you simply overall prefer the ergonomics of the Fujifilm X-H2 over the Fuji X-T3?
Well, let’s try to find it out with todays’ survey.
So, imagine the Fujifilm X-T3 would have IBIS, and hence be equal to the Fujifilm X-H2 in terms of specs, and the only difference between the X-T3 and X-H2 would be the ergonomics, which one would you buy?
As a FR-reader told me, the same questions has been shared at dpreview here, but the poll there did get only 59 votes.
The unique thing about FujiRumors (and the reason why Fujifilm does read this website and your comments), is that FR brings together the by very far largest group of Fujifilm X and GFX shooters, hence polls always get a few thousands of votes within a single day and the comment section is always very lively.
So let’s try to launch the survey here on FR. Feel free to vote it down below.
After the announcement of the Fujifilm X-T3, I get countless emails, asking me when the Fujifilm X-H2, Fujifilm X-Pro3, Fujifilm X-T30, Fujifilm X-E4, Fujfiilm X100V or Fujifilm X200 with latest X-Trans sensor 4 and X Processor 4 will come.
I am working on this, and I will post updates on FR as soon as I can. So make sure not to miss them by following us on Facebook, RSS-feed, Instagram, Youtube and Twitter.
One of the guys, asking me about the Fujifilm X-H2 is FR Sacha, who wrote me:
“What would you think of running a poll to get a feel for the interest with the Fujifilm X-H2?
More specifically to have an idea of how many users didn’t upgrade to the X-T3, and are actually waiting on the Fuji XH2. This is something I see come back a lot in the comments of the X-T3 reviews so I’d be curious to see what a poll would look like. It could even motivate Fujifilm to hasten the X-H2’s release date, after seeing the results of the poll :)
One note: I feel people waiting on the Fujifilm X-H2 are actually mostly non-fuji users who want to switch to Fuji but maybe are still on the fence and would like the “whole package” with IBIS to really switch. So maybe the results for Fuji users could be a bit less in “favor” of the X-H2.”
And since your participation, ideas and contributions are the heart and soul of this blog, I will be happy to take Sacha’s advice and make a poll out of it.
Check out the poll below… and read the options carefully ;)
So, in less than 1 month, the Fujifilm X-E5 has already surpassed legends like the Fujifilm X-T4 and caught up with one of Fujifilm’s most sold cameras ever, the Fujifilm X-T2. And right now it is just 2% points away from catching up with the Fujifilm X-T3 and X100VI.
If we were to group it in lines, these are the results.
X-T* = 32.21%
X100* = 15.20%
X-E* = 14.61%
X-H* = 9.98%
X-Pro* = 8.56%
X-T** = 8.41%
X-S** = 4.18%
X-M* = 2.25%
X70 / XF10 = 1.24%
X10/X20/X30 = 1.18%
X half = 0.64%
X-A* = 0.56%
Other = 0.51%
X-T100/200 = 0.47%
The Fujifilm X-E5 has pushed the X line close to the X100 line on the 3rd spot of the most owned Fujifilm camera lines by FR-readers.
Is this a success?
That’s too early to say. But it is a solid start, actually the best start of any X-E camera so far (and by far). And this makes me confident in the future of this camera line.
FR-reader Hiergeist took the size specs shared by Fujifilm and created a rendering of such a lens mounted on the Fujifilm X-H2. In dark green you see the 40mm size/60mm diameter, in brighter green the 50mm size/70mm diameter.
Right in time for the biggest video-centric photography fair, the IBC2025 in Amsterdam.
To put it down in the kindest way possible, the reaction of most of the FujiRumors community about this camera was… well… let’s say not really enthusiastic.
“What a waste of resources.”
“Fujifilm is taking the wrong path.”
“Who cares about medium format cinema cameras…”
I guess this could sum up the general feeling about it.
But today I’d like to tell you that even if you hate the concept of a dedicated medium format video camera, we all might profit from it.
You see, with the GFX Eterna, Fujifilm isn’t just dipping a toe into video — they are making a statement. A medium format cinema camera is not a half-hearted side project; it’s a commitment to filmmakers, and that commitment will force them to push video autofocus further than they ever have before.
In other words: the GFX Eterna could force Fujifilm to make their biggest autofocus leap since they launched subject detection on the Fujifilm X-H2S in 2022 – well, actually… if we really want to be precise… Fujifilm first offered subject/animal detection on this 2010 Fujifilm camera, as we told you here.
Because video autofocus is one of the most difficult challenges for any camera manufacturer to master. It’s a constantly moving target — literally — requiring lightning-fast processing, precise subject tracking, and intelligent prediction algorithms.
And you know what that means?
It means that when Fujifilm invests heavily in AF technology for video, those improvements inevitably trickle down into stills. The algorithms, refined processing, and subject recognition improvements they might develop for GFX Eterna could also make their way into X and GFX still cameras.
So even if you never plan to shoot a single frame of video in your life, this “waste of resources” could end up being one of the best things Fujifilm has done for autofocus in years.
Is this wishful thinking?
Maybe. But big leaps often come when a company steps outside its comfort zone, as Fujifilm is now doing with the GFX Eterna.
In any case, the Fujifilm GFX Eterna represents a big chance for Fujifilm, not only in regards to the camera itself, but to the necessary firmware refinements it will require.
DXO Film Pack 7* *needed in have access to Fujifilm film simulations profiles in DxO PhotoLab
New in PhotoLab 9
Al Mask: for advanced selections
Accelerate your editing with Al-driven subject detection and selection.
Automatically select key subjects such as sky, people, clothes, background, hair, vehicles, and more. You can also use click or bounding box to manually select your subject.
Al masks can be combined with all other masking tools for the most challenging needs
Refined Local Adjustments with vastly improved masking system
Enjoy greater flexibility and precision in localized edits with a unified and intuitive masking structure.
Combine all masking tools together (Al Mask, Control Points, Control Lines, Gradients, Brushes…).
Sub-masks let you create more precise masks for each image.
Easily access actions such as Invert Mask Effect and Duplicate Mask.
Gizmo displays have been redesigned for clarity and usability.
A one-time engine migration is required to edit local corrections created in earlier DxO PhotoLab versions.
Localized Noise Reduction and Lens Sharpness capabilities
Target specific areas for denoising and lens sharpness using masks.
With the Local Denoising and Local Lens Sharpness Optimization, it’s now easier than ever to fine-tune your most challenging images.
Images stacking in the Filmstrip
Organize your images more efficiently through stackable thumbnails.
Virtual copies are automatically grouped into collapsible stacks.
Manual controls include: create, group, ungroup, sort by date, and re-stack virtual copies.
Stack display states (collapsed/expanded) are preserved across filtering and project navigation.
Advanced Batch Renaming Tools
Rename images (inputs and outputs) consistently and efficiently using a flexible token-based system.
Leverage metadata tokens (e.g. EXIF, IPTC, shot date, counter) and custom text to build naming schemes.
Create, save, and reuse custom renaming presets.
A Find & Replace function is now available in the export dialog, with optional case sensitivity and live preview.
Support for Apple ProRAW and HEIF/HEIC Image Formats
PhotoLab 9 offers full compatibility with Apple ProRAW and HEIF/HEIC
ProRAW images from iPhones can now be opened and processed, with built-in tone mapping enabled by default.
HEIF/HEIC image formats are now fully supported.
Enhanced Noise Reduction with DeepPRIME 3 & DeepPRIME XD3 X-Trans
DeepPRIME 3, introduced in PhotoLab 8.5, takes our machine-learning based approach to RAW conversion one step further: our new neural network performs denoising, demosaicing and the correction of chromatic aberrations all simultaneously and with unprecedented efficiency.
DeepPRIME XD3 X-Trans follows the same approach but utilizes a significantly larger model and more training data. As a result, it retains eXtra Detail, while also delivering silky-smooth bokeh at the same time.
After 6 months of public beta, PhotoLab 9 contains the final version, which is faster and produces cleaner images than the beta. The older DeepPRIME XD was removed.
The original PRIME denoising, revolutionary when introduced back in 2013, but now obsolete, was removed.
A live preview option allows you to visualize both global and local denoising effects at any zoom level.
Lens Sharpness Optimization V2
Experience enhanced image detail thanks to the latest improvements in DxO’s lens correction engine.
The calibration process and the sharpening algorithm were reworked from the ground up to ensure homogenous results across all camera gear and shooting conditions (feature will roll out progressively).
The intensity slider now runs from 0 to 200, with 100 being our recommendation of “just the right” amount of sharpening for the given image.
Quick Access with Favorites
Add folders, projects, or drives to your favorites for quick access. This makes navigating to your most-used destinations faster and more efficient.
U Point feathering control
Diffusion slider has been added to fine tune your masks using U Points.
Projects accessible in Customize tab
In this version you can access your Projects directly from the “Customize” tab. With this improvement, managing and switching between Projects is easier than ever, streamlining your entire workflow.
Known Limitations
Bayer RAW files are not supported yet by DeepPRIME XD3 (X-Trans only).
HEIF/HEIC SUPPORT
Lightroom IPTC tag not read
GPS coordinates are displayed as 0 in Samsung HEIC image
On MacOS 15.6 and Tahoe beta 6, predefined Al masks are not returning any result in GPU/ANE modes.
Current workarounds are to switch to CPU mode or to use MacOS 15.5 or earlier.
These are the last hours before the second Fujifilm price increase.
Fujifilm has officially declared to various news outlets that on August 30 there will be further price increases. According to information we have gathered, the list of price increases should be the one you can see below.
Interestingly, some Fujifilm X and GFX gear on Amazon is still listed at the pre–August 1 pricing. While certain items have already sold out, a few are still available at the original lower price—at least for now.
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