FUJIFILM X Acquire 1.29.0 Released


Fujifilm announced X Acquire 1.29.0 which you can download here.

FUJIFILM X Acquire Ver.1.27.0

The software update Ver.1.27.0 incorporates the following issue:

  1. The compatibility of tethered shooting with FUJIFILM GFX100 II and X-S20 is added.

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Fujifilm Film Production Resumes In China


Fujifilm is set to resume production of its “C200” and “C400” color negative films in Nanning, China, according to reports from Chinese media and the Xiaohongshu social network. These films will be produced by Yes!Star, known for medical films. A launch conference in Nanning on June 21 announced the production restart to meet rising demand for film photography. Guangxi Giant Star Medical Equipment Co Ltd, previously an OEM for Fujifilm’s high-gloss materials, will handle production.

There is speculation whether these films will be Fujifilm’s own emulsions or Kodak’s Gold 200 and UltraMax 400, repackaged as Fujifilm 200 and 400. The news alleviates concerns about Fujifilm discontinuing still film production and aligns with broader trends in Chinese color film production. Recently, Shanghai reintroduced Shenguang 400 film, and Lucky Film announced plans to resume color negative film production by the end of 2024.

Fujifilm film can be found at B&H Photo and Amazon.

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NiSi 250mm F5.6 Reflex MF Coming Soon


The NiSi 250mm F5.6 Reflex MF will be coming soon for Hasselblad XCD, Fujifilm GFX, Fujifilm X, Canon EF, Canon RF, Nikon F, Nikon Z, and Sony E mounts. It will be priced around 2,950 yuan or $406.33 USD.

  • 6 elements in 3 groups
  • Minimum shooting distance: 2m
  • Maximum magnification: 0.14x
  • 62mm Filter
  • Simple drip-proof
  • Compatible mounts
    : Sony E, Canon RF , Nikon Z , Fujifilm GFX , Fujifilm X , Hasselblad XCD , Canon EF , Nikon F

NiSi Products can be found on B&H Photo and Amazon

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LT: Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary Review


SIGMA 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Lenstips published its full review of the Sigma 23mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary and you can read the full review here or you can check out the excerpt below:

Pros:

  • excellent image quality in the frame centre,
  • very good image quality on the edge of the frame,
  • negligible longitudinal chromatic aberration,
  • imperceptible lateral chromatic aberration,
  • lack of any noticeable problems with spherical aberration,
  • low astigmatism,
  • sensibly looking out-of-focus areas,
  • excellent performance against bright light,
  • silent, quick, and accurate autofocus,
  • good price/performance ratio.

Cons:

  • a bit too high coma,
  • significant focus breathing.

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New release of instax WIDE 400™


FUJIFILM INSTAX WIDE 400:
B&H Photo / Amazon
FUJIFILM Instax Wide 400 Camera Case
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New release of “instax WIDE 400™”
Introducing a wide-format analog instant camera that’s easy to use and simple to operate!
Lever-operated self-timer makes group shots even more exciting

FUJIFILM Corporation (headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yoshikazu Goto) will release the instax  “Cheki” *1 analog instant camera “instax WIDE 400  ” (hereinafter “WIDE 400”) on July 19, 2024.

The “WIDE 400” is the successor to the “instax WIDE 300 ™ ” released in 2014, and is an analog instant camera that supports “wide format film” that is twice the size of card-sized mini format film. In addition to simple operation that just requires rotating the lens, turning the power on, holding the camera and pressing the shutter button, the new self-timer makes it easy to take group shots and other things, making wide-format Instax prints even more enjoyable.

In addition, a camera case that matches the color of the “WIDE 400” body will also be released at the same time.


“WIDE 400” key visual

Since its launch in 1998, the instant photo system instax ™ , affectionately known as “Cheki  ” in Japan , has adopted trends and evolving technologies with the times. In addition to analog instant cameras, the lineup has been expanded to include hybrid instant cameras incorporating digital technology, smartphone printers, and palm-sized cameras. Instax ™ also offers three types of “Cheki ” film: card-sized “mini format film,” “square format film” that takes square photos, and “wide format film” that is twice as wide as mini format film. instax ™ offers a variety of ways to enjoy photography, and is expanding its user base to include not only young women but also men and middle-aged people.

“Wide format film” has a wide shooting range and is ideal for group shots and landscapes. By shooting not only the subject but also the background, you can capture the atmosphere of the scene, so it is a format that is loved by many people across countries and generations. Read More »

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instax mini LiPlay™ Renewed


instax mini LiPlay:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

“instax mini LiPlay  ” has been renewed
Adopts a USB Type-C charging terminal and enables firmware updates via a dedicated app, improving ease of use

FUJIFILM Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yoshikazu Goto) will renew the instax  “Cheki” *1 series hybrid instant camera “instax mini LiPlay  ” (hereinafter “mini LiPlay”) and release it on July 19, 2024.

The “mini LiPlay”, which has been well received around the world, will be renewed with new colors (green, white, and bronze) to match the latest trends. While retaining the sound function that allows you to record voice messages and the smartphone printer function that allows you to print images from your smartphone, which are the features of “mini LiPlay”, we have improved usability by adopting USB Type-C for the charging terminal and making it possible to update the firmware via a dedicated app *2. Camera cases that match the new colors of the camera body will also be released at the same time.


“mini LiPlay” key visual

Since its launch in 1998, the instant photo system instax  , affectionately known as “Cheki  ” in Japan , has kept up with the times, incorporating trends and evolving technologies, expanding its lineup to include hybrid instant cameras incorporating digital technology, smartphone printers, and palm-sized cameras in addition to analog instant cameras. instax  offers a variety of ways to enjoy photography, and is expanding its user base to include not only young women, but also men and middle-aged people.

The “mini LiPlay,” released in 2019, is a Cheki that also records “sound,” and has been well received by many people for its functionality and design. It is a hybrid instant camera that is compatible with card-sized “mini format film,” and you can take pictures while looking at the monitor on the back of the camera, and select and print your favorite images. The “mini LiPlay” is characterized by its “sound function,” which allows you to record up to 10 seconds of sound using the recording function, turn that sound data into a QR code, and print it together with the captured image .

This time, Fujifilm is relaunching the “mini LiPlay” with new colors that match the latest trends. While maintaining the same functionality, operability, and compactness, the device is available in three colors that will make you want to carry it around as a fashion accessory, and each color has a different texture. The body colors are an eye-catching, globally trendy green, a neutral white that matches any item, and a unisex, calming bronze.

In addition, the charging terminal is USB Type-C. Firmware updates, which previously required downloading firmware from a website and saving it to a microSD card, can now be easily performed by simply connecting the dedicated app to the mini LiPlay, further improving ease of use. Read More »

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