X Summit in April :: Fuji’s Next X Camera :: Kaizen X-T5/X-H2 Promises :: Firmware Updates :: & More – Top 10 for January

Here are the top 10 articles for January.

This time we will have two categories: the most clicked and the most commented articles. In the second category, only those articles will by linked, that were not already in the first list.

Most Clicked Articles for January

  1. The Terrific Potential of X Processor 5 and Non-Stacked 26MP Combo (FR-Readers Wish, not Rumor)
  2. Fujifilm Firmware Updates for X-T5, X-T4, X-T3, X-T30, X-T30II and X-S10
  3. Notice and Apology to Customers using Fujifilm X-T5, X-T4, X-T3, X-S10, X-T30II and X-T30 – Do NOT Use APP to Update Firmware!
  4. RUMOR: This Will be Fujifilm’s Next X Series Camera
  5. Fujifilm X-Pro Line Discontinued? Let’s Clarify it in View of a Possible Fujifilm X-Pro4
  6. Fujifilm Announces X Summit in April 2023, Massive New Firmware for X-H2S and Promises More Firmware for other Cameras in 2023
  7. Fujifilm Promises Major Firmware Updates also for X-T5 and X-H2: New AF System of X-H2s? (and Where the Catch is)
  8. Fujifilm X-H2s New Autofocus Firmware Tested (Huge Improvement)
  9. Tricky Numbers, or How 61% AF Accuracy on Fujifilm X-H2s are Better than 85% Accuracy on Sony A9
  10. Fujifilm X Summit in April: What’s Coming? Drop Your Guess!

Most Commented Articles for January

  1. The Terrific Potential of X Processor 5 and Non-Stacked 26MP Combo (FR-Readers Wish, not Rumor)
  2. RUMOR: This Will be Fujifilm’s Next X Series Camera
  3. Fujifilm X Summit in April: What’s Coming? Drop Your Guess!
  4. Fujinon XF 500mmF8 OIS Patent Found
  5. Fujifilm X-Pro Line Discontinued? Let’s Clarify it in View of a Possible Fujifilm X-Pro4
  6. Tracking Birds with Fujifilm X-H2S vs Sony Stacked Cameras (Best Test I Have Seen so Far)
  7. Fujifilm Promises Major Firmware Updates also for X-T5 and X-H2: New AF System of X-H2s? (and Where the Catch is)
  8. EXPLAINED: How the Fujifilm X-H2S Predictive Autofocus Works and Why 20fps Will Give You Higher Accuracy than 40fps
  9. Watch Out, Sony: Fujifilm X-H2s Firmware 3.0 Tracking Tests Show 95% Hit Rate in Tough Condition
  10. Tricky Numbers, or How 61% AF Accuracy on Fujifilm X-H2s are Better than 85% Accuracy on Sony A9

It’s BACK: 50% Rebate on GF35-70mm (and a Few More Deals)

There were lots of deals on Fujifilm X and GFX gear running until the beginning of January, that mostly expired. Only the X-T4 and XF56mmF1.2 deals survived.

But I am glad to report that Fujifilm has now revived a few of the deals.

I am particularly happy to see a comeback for the best selling deal of the last round: a $500 rebate on the Fujinon GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 (save 50%)

Down below is the full updated list:

GFX Deals

X Series Deals

IN STOCK: Fujifilm TG-BT1 Tripod Grip

The brand new Fujifilm TG-BT1 Tripod Grip is right now in stock at BHphoto, Amazon and Adorama.

The TG-BT1 allows you to record movies, take photographs, or adjust zoom on compatible power zoom lenses (XF 18-120mmF4 + XC 15-45mmF3.5-5.6) while holding this Bluetooth tripod grip.

It is compatible with the following cameras: Fujifilm X-T5 and X-T4, X-T3, X-T30 II, X-T30 and X-S10

Fujifilm X and GFX Deals (or What Remains of Them)

Good News: Fujifilm has extended the deals on the Fujifilm X-T4 body and kit as well as the one on the original XF56mm f/1.2 R until March 5.

Bad News: all other deals expired (and there were tons of great deals). These were the best selling deals of the last round:

  1. Fujinon GF 35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR
  2. Fujinon XF 56mmF1.2 R
  3. Fujinon GF 50mmF3.5 R LM WR
  4. Fujinon XF 16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR
  5. Fujinon GF 110mmF2 R LM WR

Good News: in most of Europe most of the deals still run until January 22. You can find the list below.

Fujifilm Firmware Updates for X-H2s (Improved Subject Detection and Tracking), X-H2, FT-XH File Transmitter Grip and XC15-45


Fujifilm has released firmware updates for the following gear:

Down below all the details and download links.

Rumors and Discussions

Firwmare Details

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EXPLAINED: How the Fujifilm X-H2S Predictive Autofocus Works and Why 20fps Will Give You Higher Accuracy than 40fps

I see myself in need to share this follow up article to our previous follow up article to this original article.

If you missed the previous episodes, here is an ultra compressed summary:

  • guy gets 61% sharp images at 40fps shooting birds when testing the Fujifilm X-H2s – read here
  • people complain that 61% is not that much, as Sony cameras tested by the same guy get 85-90% accuracy
  • FujiRumors explains that 61% of 40fps results in more sharp images than 85% at 20fps – read here
  • FujiRumors claims that at 20fps the hit rate on X-H2s would be even higher
  • people call me out on this and say:
    – it’s BS: slower frame rates won’t improve accuracy, as the AF calculations speed remains the same (120fps)
    – people say I speak random stuff and ask me to prove it

So let’s get nerdy ;)

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Fujifilm X-Lab X-T5 Edition – Making the Fujifilm X-T5

Fujifilm managers and engineers sat down together to give us insights on the Fujifilm X-T5 development.

Nothing revolutionary is said, but I grab the occasion to make a recommendation to Fujifilm: please give us an English translated version of your X lab episodes, as using the automatic live google translation is a real pain.

It should not break your bank to do that, dear Fujifilm.

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LAST DAY of Fujifilm X and GFX Deals – Save up to $1,000

This is the last day for the Fujifilm X and GFX deals in USA.

The GFX system has been as cheap as never before, with a first time ever deal on the GFX100S and a massive rebate on the GFX50SII. And some 100 megapixel resolving power GF lenses are now available for as little as $500 and $700 only.

There is a big rebate on the Fujifilm X-T4.

The best selling deals so far are:

  1. Fujinon GF 35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR
  2. Fujinon XF 56mmF1.2 R
  3. Fujinon GF 50mmF3.5 R LM WR
  4. Fujinon XF 16-55mmF2.8 R LM WR
  5. Fujinon GF 110mmF2 R LM WR

USA DEALS

EUROPE

In Europe the deals run mostly until January 22.

New Year, Old Deals and One Week Left to Resist to GAS

Fujifilm X-T5 in Stock Check

Fujifilm X-T5
→ USA: BHphoto / AmazonUS / Adorama
→ Worldwide: AmazonCA / Amazon of Your Country
→ UK: AmazonUK / WexUK / ParkCameraUK
→ EU:AmazonDE / AmazonIT / AmazonFR / AmazonES  / CalumetDE / FotoErhardt / Fotokoch / PCHstore

Official Fujifilm X and GFX Deals
WorldWide Editioin

The deals run for one more week. Stay strong and keep up resisting to GAS. But if you fail to resist, then to the best out of it and enjoy shooting with your new gear ;)

USA DEALS

CANADIAN DEALS

EUROPE