Metabones EF Firmware 1.40 Adds Fujifilm X-H2 Support

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 27, 2022


MetaBones Fujifilm Adapters: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Firmware upgrade for Canon EF to Fuji X mount  T Smart AdapterTM and EF-E Speed Booster® ULTRA 0.71x
Windows Download
Mac Download

RELEVANT PRODUCTS

This information is for the following models:

  • Canon EF to Fuji X T Speed Booster® ULTRA 0.71x (MB_SPEF-X-BT1)
  • Canon EF to Fuji X T CINE Speed Booster® ULTRA 0.71x (MB_SPEF-X-BT2)
  • Canon EF to Fuji X T Smart AdapterTM (MB_EF-X-BT1)
  • Canon EF to Fuji X T CINE Smart AdapterTM (MB_EF-X-BT2)

Disclaimer: these release notes only highlights significant changes to the firmware. There may have been other changes that are not documented.

ABOUT THIS DOWNLOAD

  • Name: Firmware update V1.40 (#897) for EF-X T Speed Booster® ULTRA 0.71x/ Smart AdapterTM
  • Release date: 11 November 2022
  • Benefits and improvements:
    • Fixed issue of LED indicator glowing bright red on X-T100 when turned on until the shutter release button is pressed halfway
    • Fixed defects associated with the use of optical image stabilization lenses
    • Add support for X-H2
    • AF-S autofocus improvement

Fujifilm X-T5 Black:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-T5 Silver:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X-H2:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF56mm f1.2 MKII:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF20-35mm f/4:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X-H2S:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF18-120mm F4.0 LM PZ WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF150-600mm f/5.6-8 R WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

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Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 Pro Launch Coverage

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 26, 2022


The Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 Pro was announced at midnight Xmas as expected, but most of the coverage has been in Asia. Xing Liu posted a live stream at midnight that you can watch below, but it is mainly just him working with the lens, followed by some editing and commentary at the end. The lens should be available on Amazon soon, and I hope to get one myself.

  • Coming December 26
  • $549
  • X-mount
  • 0.88m-∞
  • AF/MF switch
  • USB-C port for firmware updates
  • Aperture: F1.2-F16
  • 16 elements in 11 groups
  • Angle of view: 21.35 degrees
  • Aperture blades: 11
  • Magnification: 0.1x
  • Size: 87×101mm
  • Weight: 670g
  • Filter diameter: 77mm
  • Motor: STM driven

Midnight Live Stream

Videos

Official Video

Black
VILTROX 13mm f/1.4:B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
VILTROX 23mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
VILTROX 33mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
VILTROX 56mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
VILTROX 85mm f/1.8II: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Silver
VILTROX 23mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon
VILTROX 33mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon
VILTROX 56mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon

Fujifilm X-T5 Black:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-T5 Silver:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

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Plus, our owners’ groups
Fujifilm GFX Owners Group
Fujifilm X-H Owners Group
Fujifilm X-T Owners Group
Fujifilm X-S Owners Group
Fujifilm X-Pro Owners Group
Fujifilm X-E Owners Group
Fujifilm X-A Owners Group
Fujifilm X100 Owners Group

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Fujifilm Savings Sunday Xmas Edition

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 25, 2022


Holiday Savings: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm GFX100S (Save $500):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm GFX50SII (Save $800):
B&H Photo / Amazon  / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR (Save $500):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF 110mm f/2 R LM WR (Save $500):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 120mm f/4 Macro R LM OIS WR (Save $500):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 45-100mm f/4 R LM OIS WR (Save $500):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment /Adorama
Fujinon GF 45mm f/2.8 R WR (Save $300):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 63mm F2.8 R WR (Save $300):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF50mm f/3.5 (Save $300):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama


XF 200mm f/2 OIS WR w XF 1.4x TC F2 WR (Save $1,000):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR (Save $300):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
XF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR (Save $300):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM WR (Save $250):
B&H Photo /Amazon / Adorama
XF 16-55mm F2.8 R LM WR (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon XF16mm f/1.4 WR (Save $150):
B&Hphoto  / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR (Save $150):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama


Fujifilm X-T4 (Save $150):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujinon XF56mm f/1.2 R (Save $300):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Save $75):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Save $75):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary (Save $75):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

New Stuff
Fujifilm X-T5: B&H Photo / Amazon

Fujifilm X-H2:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF56mm f1.2 MKII:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF20-35mm f/4:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X-H2S:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF18-120mm F4.0 LM PZ WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF150-600mm f/5.6-8 R WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Other Deals
Memory Card Savings
Power Banks

Battery Banks
PowerCore+26800 PD
other more affordable options

New Apple Mac Pro: B&H Photo
New Apple iPad Pro and More: B&H Photo / Adorama
New Apple iMac Pro: B&H Photo / Adorama
New Apple MBP: B&H Photo / Adorama
MacBook Pro (Savings still available): B&H Photo

Limited time iPad Pro Savings
iPad Pro Bundles: B&H Photo

Software Deals
Luminar Neo & Luminar AI & Luminar 4 & Aurora HDR 2019 (Savings code FUJIADDICT)
ON1 Photo RAW 2023
Photolemur
Picktorial
TopazLabs
Capture One

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Space: Fujifilm X-T5 Review

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 24, 2022


Space.com posted a review of the Fujifilm X-T5 for photographers that enjoy astrophotography. It sounds like they really enjoyed the camera, but they do not have many sample photos. I personally have never found that traditional controls hold me back from shooting Astro, but the author seems to prefer PSAM cameras. I also agree that the variable angle screen of the Fujifilm X-T4 is superior to the tilt screen on the Fujifilm X-T5. You can read the full review here if you are interested.

With a 40-megapixel sensor and high-speed processor, the X-T5 packs a lot into a compact body, although the traditional handling and APS-C sensor isn’t ideal for night sky photography.

Pros

  • +Compact, ergonomic design
  • +Wide range of compatible X-mount lenses
  • +High-resolution sensor

Cons

  • -LCD screen tilts but doesn’t flip
  • -Can be top-heavy with larger lenses
  • -Physical control dials aren’t easy to find in the dark

Fujifilm X-T5 Black:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-T5 Silver:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

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Plus, our owners’ groups
Fujifilm GFX Owners Group
Fujifilm X-H Owners Group
Fujifilm X-T Owners Group
Fujifilm X-S Owners Group
Fujifilm X-Pro Owners Group
Fujifilm X-E Owners Group
Fujifilm X-A Owners Group
Fujifilm X100 Owners Group

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DCW: Fujifilm X-T5 Review – The Three-way tilting LCD Won’t Please Everyone

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 23, 2022

Digital Camera World published its Fujifilm X-T5 review, and it is quite positive, but I find it interesting that their only con is that the three-way tilting LCD won’t please everyone. I am one of the unhappy customers because I do like the design of Fujifilm’s three-way tilting LCD, but I prefer the X-T4’s variable angle design because 99% of the time, I want my rear LCD turned off and protected by facing the body, plus I don’t have to purchase a screen protector. Having a selfie screen can also be very useful, but it is not something that interests me. You can read a summary of the review below, or you can read the full review here.

You might be wondering why you’d buy the Fujifilm X-T5 over the X-H2 – as they both share the same sensor and processor. What’s the difference? There’s a major ergonomic difference between the two cameras, as the X-H2 has a mode dial while the X-T5 has a shutter dial.

The X-H2 also has a bigger buffer, better movie functionality and can shoot up to 8K, with a better viewfinder. Because of the higher buffer, the X-H2 also has a CFExpress card slot. But it’s about $300/£200 more expensive.

So it really comes down to what you want and what shoot. The X-T5 is a more ‘traditional’ enthusiast camera in both looks and handling, while the X-H2 is for professionals. Both will take Fujifilm X-mount lenses(opens in new tab).

So far though, it feels like the Fujifilm X-T5 is a welcome evolution of the X-T series, rather than a revolution. It’s a classically controlled SLR-style camera that puts photography first for serious enthusiasts. The X-T5 takes the much-loved Fujifilm X-T4 further in terms of resolution but is still ideal for shooters who want a beautiful, lightweight camera with traditional controls.

Pros

  • 10-bit 4:2:2 video at 6.2K/30P
  • Light, compact design
  • Cheaper than Fujifilm X-H2

Cons

  • Three-way tilting LCD won’t please everyone

Fujifilm X-T5 Black:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-T5 Silver:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

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Fujifilm X-T Owners Group
Fujifilm X-S Owners Group
Fujifilm X-Pro Owners Group
Fujifilm X-E Owners Group
Fujifilm X-A Owners Group
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FUJIFILM FT-XH File Transmitter Grip Instructional Videos Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: December 22, 2022


FUJIFILM FT-XH File Transmitter Grip
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

The FUJIFILM FT-XH File Transmitter Grip is a very specialized tool that only some photographers and videographers will be able to utilize fully, but if you’re interested in how one works or if you plan to purchase one, Fujifilm released multiple tutorial videos that you can watch below.

Transfer Tutorial

Tether Shooting

Remote Record

FTP

FUJIFILM FT-XH File Transmitter Grip
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X-H2:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF56mm f1.2 MKII:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF20-35mm f/4:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X-H2S:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF18-120mm F4.0 LM PZ WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF150-600mm f/5.6-8 R WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X-T4:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Fujifilm X-T Owners Group
Fujifilm X-S Owners Group
Fujifilm X-Pro Owners Group
Fujifilm X-E Owners Group
Fujifilm X-A Owners Group
Fujifilm X100 Owners Group

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