Fujifilm X Half Wins 2025 Nikkei Excellent Product Awards in “Trend” Category

Fujifilm X-Half Frame (Mini Review):
B&H Photo / Amazon (Silver / Charcoal / Black) / ShopMoment / Adorama

The Fujifilm X Half hasn’t been selling well in the West, but I am glad it seems to be doing well overseas, according to the Nikkei. Fujifilm discounted the Fujifilm X Half in the West for the holidays, so I rushed a Mini Review because I found the camera to be a lot of fun, so I wanted readers to be able to take advantage of the discount, but Fujifilm has extended the sale since then, so I might be writing a more lengthy traditional review in the future. Further firmware update 1.30 seems to have fixed all of my complaints about the camera’s operations.

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New BORYOZA Smart GF-HX Fujinon GF to Hasselblad X Adapter

Chinese manufacturer BORYOZA has developed a new AF adapter that allows you to use GF lenses on Hasselblad X mount cameras. The BORYOZA Smart GF-HX is currently listed on Amazon, but isn’t available yet. BORYOZA makes some other interesting AF adapters that you can get on Amazon, too.

  • Supports AF
  • Aperture-ring support
  • Electronic aperture control behavior
  • EXIF transmission
  • Firmware USB updateable
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Fujinon XF500mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR and Fujinon GF500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR


Fujinon GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon  / Adorama
Fujinon XF 500mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujinon GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Firmware Ver.1.03 Download Here

The firmware update Ver.1.03 from Ver.1.02 incorporates the following issue:

  1. A firmware bug is fixed that the [image stabilization] function occasionally fails to activate immediately after turning on the camera (or immediately after resuming from the camera’s auto power-off).

Fujinon XF 500mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR Firmware Ver.1.02 Download Here

The firmware update Ver.1.02 from Ver.1.01 incorporates the following issue:

  1. A firmware bug is fixed that the [image stabilization] function occasionally fails to activate immediately after turning on the camera (or immediately after resuming from the camera’s auto power-off).

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Godox V1 Mid 55W Announced


Godox V1Mid: B&H Photo / Amazon

The Godox V1 Mid was launched overseas a few weeks ago and we had enough information to generate an AI press release for the lens at that time. Now the lens is available in the United States from B&H Photo and Amazon.

  • [APS-C Native 16-69mm Zoom Display] Unlike the classic Godox V1 for Fuji which forces you to calculate crop factors, the upgraded Godox V1Mid features a smart Sensor-Optimized Zoom. Through the 2-inch OLED Touch Screen, users of this flash for Fujifilm can switch the manual zoom display between standard 24-105mm or the native 16-69mm format. This matches the markings on lenses for Fuji X-Mount perfectly, offering a seamless workflow that the traditional Godox V1 lacks.
  • [650+ Pops & USB-C Charging] Powering this V1 MID Godox speedlite is the new VB22 Li-ion Battery (7.2V/2200mAh). Through optimized energy management, it delivers 650+ full-power flashes, significantly outlasting the heavier Godox V1 Flash for Fujifilm (480 pops). Featuring Direct USB-C Charging built into the battery cell, this Godox V1 MID eliminates the bulky charging dock, making it the ideal lighting gear for Fuji street photographers.
  • [Compact Style for Fuji Scenarios] Engineered to match the vintage aesthetics of the X-Series, this Godox V1 MID for Fujifilm fully supports TTL and HSS (1/8000s). Its lightweight 413g form factor creates the ultimate “Fast-Paced” lighting setup for Fuji X-T5, X100VI, X-H2S, and X-S20 cameras. It is the ideal choice for street portraits and travel vlogging where the heavy bulk of a traditional Godox V1 for Fuji would ruin the balance.
  • [Godox V1MID Magnetic-Ecosystem] The Godox V1MID retains the standard round head diameter of the Godox V1 flash, ensuring seamless compatibility with your existing AK-R1 accessories (Dome, Gels). Due to the ultra-compact V1 Mini body design, this godox flash DOES NOT FIT the older S2 Bracket. Please use the new Godox S3 Bracket. NOT COMPATIBLE with the ML-CS1625, AK-R22, or AK-R21, note that the AK-R1-Snoot requires a separate adapter ring.
  • [Wireless Master for Godox V1 System] Built-in 2.4G Wireless X System allows this Godox V1 MID for Fujifilm to function as a Master to control other Godox V1 or AD strobes, or as a Slave controlled by godox XPro-F triggers. With stable 55Ws output and 1.7s recycling, the V1Mid balances portability with event-grade performance, making it the perfect lightweight companion to your existing godox AD200PRO II , Godox v1 pro, Godox V860 III, and Godox V1 for Fuji setup.

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Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro and Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Firmware Updates Released


Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro: B&H Photo / Amazon
Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7: B&H Photo / Amazon

Viltrox firmware updates for the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro and Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7.

Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro Firmware 1.06 Download Here

1. Optimize the stability of camera lens.

Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.7 Firmware 1.06 Download Here

1. Fixed known issues.

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New SmallRig NP-W126S USB-C Battery 1050mAh


SmallRig NP-W126S: B&H Photo

SmallRig released a new NP-W126S battery that is black with gold markings, whereas the original battery was orange or blue. There are no other differences apparent at this time.

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