IR Fujifilm Manager Interview: Fujifilm X-H2, X-H2S, GFX, GF20-35mm, XF56mm V2, and More

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 24, 2022


Image Resouces has a lengthy interview with Managers from Fujifilm that you can read in full here, or you can check out our bullet points from the interview below to save time:

  • SNR and Dynamic Range of X-H2/X-H2S
    • SNR  was improved by rearranging the pixel layout so that the pixels can hold more electrons before being saturated
  • 1/180,000 second shutter speed
    • The new sensor allows for precision electronic shutter control rest and readout
  • HR pixel-shift
    • High-resolution pixel shift photos can only be assembled on the computer at this time.
  • Fujifilm X-H2/X-H2S Processor
    • The Fujifilm X-H2 and X-H2S use exactly the same processor
  • Blackout-free EVF without stacked sensor
    • The X-H2 displays live-view images at 120 fps using skipped reading and the X-H2S can display 120 fps full pixel count
  • Why no 8k 60P?
    • The sensor Fujifilm is using is limited to 8k 30p
  • Frame cropping when shooting 20fps
    • Shooting at 20fps requires a 1.29x crop that provides a 24MP image
  • Digital IS crop
    • The X-H2 crops 10% for digital IS
  • Every lens released in 2021 was designed for 40MP (XF18, XF23, XF33)
  • XF56mm f/1.2 V1 70cm focus distance
    • Fujifilm could have made the V1 lens match the V2 lenses 50cm focus distance, but the image quality wouldn’t have been up
  • XF56mm f/1.2 v2 Improved Bokeh
    • The new optical design might have had an impact on bokeh, but the main goal was to reduce aberrations and increase sharpness, but the 11-blade aperture was designed to create pleasing bokeh
  • XF56mm f/1.2 v2 aperture and focus element movement
    • The elements and aperture move in unison which improves minimal focus distance and image quality at close range
  • XF56mm f/1.2 v2 120-gram focus group and AF speed
    • The AF speed of the new lens is the same as the old due to newer more powerful DC motors and a better lens drive algorithm
  • Fujifilm’s original lenses were not weather-resistant, but all of their modern lenses have been and will continue to be
  • How is the GF20-35mm so light and compact
    • Fujifilm used the same small-size optical system in the GF35-70mm to achieve the lightweight
    • The internal zoom design also made it easy to carry
    • The single complex cam design also allowed for the reduction of weight and diameter
  • 110mm tilt-shift surprise
    • Fujifilm’s research found that there was a need for longer focal-length tilt-shift lenses so they decided to work on one
    • The GF30mm tilt shift is great for architecture and the GF110mm is good for fashion

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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New Meike 35mm f/0.95

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 24, 2022


The new Meike 35mm f/0.95 can be found on Amazon.

About this item

  • Constructed of 10 elements in 7 groups
  • Compatible with Fujifilm X Mount Mirrorless Cameras X-T1 X-T2 X-T3 X-T4 X-T10 X-T20 X-T100 X-T200 X-A2 X-E2 X-E1 X30 X70 X-A1 XPro1,etc
  • APS-C Angle of view: Diagonal 44.2°, aperture range: f0.95 – f16
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.39m, filter size: ø52mm; Diaphragm Blades: 13
  • FULLY MANUAL: Please go to your camera CUSTOM FUNCTIONS and ENABLE release SHUTTER W/O LENS option in order to take pictures

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Laowa CF Argus 25mm f/0.95 APO First Look

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 24, 2022

We reported the Laowa CF Argus 25mm f/0.95 APO first here, and now some additional details have leaked.

Lens specifications
Release dateOctober 25, 2022initial price
mountE/EFM/RF/X/ZShortest shooting distance0.34m
formatAPS-CMaximum magnification0.1 times
Focal length25mmfilter diameter62mm
lens configuration14 elements in 9 groupsimage stabilization–
open apertureF0.95Teleconverter–
minimum apertureF11coatingnot clear
Aperture blade9 sheets
Size, weight, etc.
sizeφ71.5×81mmDust and splash proof–
weight575gAFMidfielders
othersAperture ring (click switching) / no electronic contact
accessories
Lens hood

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Fujifilm Savings Sunday

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 23, 2022


Fujifilm has brought back GFX savings for the GFX50R and GFX50SII, which can save you up to $1,800. The Fujifilm GFX50R has also been discounted by $1,650 again.

Fujifilm GFX50R:
Amazon / Adorama / B&H Photo

The way the promotion works is you purchase a GFX50SII with up to 3 lenses from below, and then you submit your claim here to receive a prepaid Master Card for up to $1,800.

Fujifilm GFX50SII:
B&H Photo / Amazon  / Moment / Adorama

Fujinon GF 250mm f/4:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 1.4x Teleconverter:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 120 f4 R LM OIS WR Macro:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 110mm f/2 R LM WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 80mm f/1.7:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF 63mm F2.8 R WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 45mm F2.8 R WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF30mm f/3.5 R WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR:
B&H Photo  / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 100-200mmF5.6 R LM OIS WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 45-100mm f/4 R LM OIS WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment /Adorama
Fujinon GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF 32-64mm f/4 R LM WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

The GF50mm f/3.5 LM WR and GF20-35mm f/4 R WR lenses are excluded from this promotion

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

Sirui 24mm F2.8 Anamorphic 1.33X (20% Off):
B&H Photo / Adorama / Amazon
Sirui 50mm F1.8 Anamorphic 1.33X (34% Off):
Adorama / B&H Photo / Amazon
Sirui 75mm F1.8 Anamorphic 1.33X (28% Off):
Amazon / Adorama / B&H Photo

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
New Apple M1: B&H Photo / Amazon / 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


APPLICABLE OFFER TERMS
The $300, $900 and/or $1,800 Prepaid Mastercard offered through the FUJIFILM GFX50S II Prepaid Mastercard Promotion applies only to purchases of the GFX50SII body or kit with a qualifying GF lens product(s) made by a U.S. consumer from an authorized FUJIFILM GFX System dealer in the United States during the period of September 19, 2022 through October 30, 2022 (the «Promotional Period»). Offer is only valid on purchase of FUJIFILM GFX50S II BODY and GFX50S II Body with GF35-70mm Lens Kit when purchased along with up to three, qualifying GF Lenses from the applicable “Qualifying GF Lens Products” list , at full retail price only, while dealer supplies last. This offer may not be combined with any other promotional offers. No product substitutions. Not applicable to back orders. After purchasing a GFX50S II body or kit and qualifying GF Lens Product(s) during the Promotional Period, the purchasing consumer must fully complete the online offer redemption and registration form at http://FujifilmPrepaidCard.com/ providing personal information (including name, valid email and U.S. street address (no PO Boxes)) necessary for Fujifilm’s shipment of the referenced Prepaid Mastercard. Note that registration and offer redemption must be completed before 5 P.M. EST on November 30, 2022. To redeem this offer, an uploaded copy of purchase receipt image and an uploaded image of the UPC code cut out from the packaging of BOTH the purchased GFX50S II body or kit product AND EACH Qualifying GF Lens Product, are both required for offer redemption. UPC codes that are not clipped from the box of the purchased GFX50S II body or kit product and EACH Qualifying GF Lens Product purchased do not qualify and will not be eligible for redemption. All claims for redemption of this offer must be received, with all referenced information provided and with the required uploaded images of the purchase receipt and clipped UPC codes before 5 P.M. EST on November 30, 2022, without exception. Claims received after 5 p.m. EST on November 30, 2022 will not be fulfilled. Limit ONE redemption, per GFX50S II body or kit and Qualifying GF Lens Product(s) purchased, per person, per household, and per residence and email address. Within four (4) weeks of receipt of a proper, verified redemption claim, Fujifilm will ship the Prepaid Mastercard to the applicable, redeeming U.S. consumer at the address provided (shipping to U.S. residence addresses only; no P.O. Boxes allowed). Allow 2 weeks from date of shipment for delivery. Fujifilm is not responsible for email or street address errors, for delivery or shipping carrier issues, or for issues that may arise from redeeming, or use of, any Prepaid Mastercard provided. Each redeeming consumer is subject to the terms of use, limitations and any further requirements of Mastercard or any other, applicable party relating to the Prepaid Mastercard provided in connection with this offer. More specifically, the Prepaid Mastercard is issued by Sunrise Banks N.A., Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Mastercard International Incorporated. Mastercard is a registered trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated. Use of the provided Prepaid Mastercard constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions stated in the applicable Cardholder Agreement. The Prepaid Mastercard provided in connection with this promotion will not have cash access and can be used everywhere Mastercard debit cards are accepted. Depending upon location of use, fees may apply. Under no circumstance will Fujifilm be liable or responsible for any issues arising from, or related to, the use, loss, or related activities involved with the receipt, activation and use of the provided Prepaid Mastercard. Fujifilm reserves the right to replace the specific ($300, $900 and/or $1,800) Prepaid Mastercard described with a check issued by Fujifilm and/or its promotional agency, or to otherwise issue a substitute cash card or prepaid card of the same or higher value. Fujifilm also reserves the right to modify or terminate this offer without notice at any time, and to disqualify any redemption claim that appears, in Fujifilm’s sole judgment, to be incomplete or fraudulent. FUJIFILM North America Corporation, 200 Summit Lake Drive, Valhalla, NY 10595 is the sole provider of this promotional offer. Offer is void where prohibited. FUJIFILM and FUJINON are trademarks of FUJIFILM Corporation and its affiliates. ©2022 FUJIFILM North America Corporation and its affiliates. All rights reserved.

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OL: Fujinon XF150-600mm f/5.6-8 R WR Review – Highly Recommended For 26MP

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 22, 2022


Optical Limits posted its full Fujinon XF150-600mm f/5.6-8 R WR review, and you can read the whole thing here, or you can check out the summary below. I personally purchased this lens to pair with my X-T4, but I really can’t wait to see how it performs on the Fujifilm X-T5. I haven’t been able to use it much yet, but the little experience I have had with it has left me impressed, and it looks like optical limits were impressed too.

…the Fujinon XF 150-600mm f/5.6-8 R LM OIS WR is a slow lens… If you’ve ever carried a 600mm f/4 lens into the outdoors, you know that it’s a PAIN. And slow lenses are simply more compact and lightweight… they can compete with similar super-tele zoom lenses… outdoor conditions are less than perfect most of the time. There’s atmospheric interference from heat or haze at longer distances, and there’s always a bit of wind at least. In real life, you rarely achieve the same maximum sharpness as in lab conditions. So while the MTFs may not be top-notch, they are more than just “good enough” in the real world on 26-megapixel sensors at least. 40 megapixels may be a different story…based on real-world use, we are happy with what the lens can deliver … and specifically that the burden of carrying it around wasn’t unbearable.

…From a lab perspective, the results are very good until about 500mm, with “very good” meaning that 99% of the users will be perfectly happy. At 600mm, you may miss some biting sharpness – more so on 40-megapixel bodies. Image distortions are surprisingly low, even in RAW images… The same applies to vignetting, so it’s obvious that the lens has not been “underdesigned” like so many others. Lateral CAs are slightly higher than you may expect from a pro lens, but you won’t notice this with auto-correction… The bokeh quality is similar to what we have seen from other tele zoom lenses – meaning that out-of-focus highlights can be a bit busy in difficult scenes.

The build quality of the lens is excellent and aligned for professional use. We especially like the non-extending zoom mechanism… The pearl-white-ish color scheme… does the job of reflecting heat better than anything black… The five f-stop image stabilizer is pretty efficient for a lens of this class. As far as the AF goes – at this point, we only had a “measly” X-T30 for testing, but even so, the AF speed was pretty snappy and reliable. It’ll be better on a pro-grade camera body such as the X-H2 and X-H2s, of course.

Overall – well done, Fujifilm. Whether this is a lens for you depends on your budget and your speed requirements. The speed and optical quality have been balanced with portability. Ultimately, we think that this was a good choice within the scope of the X-mount system. Therefore highly recommended (for the use on 26-megapixel cameras).

Fujinon XF150-600mm f/5.6-8 R WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X-H2S:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-H2:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

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Instax Wide, Instax, and Instax Square Printers Explained

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 21, 2022

Gordon Lang posted an Instax printer comparison that might be helpful to some, but it is focused on the wide format. You can read a summary of his comparison below or check out the full review above.

  • All Instax cartridges are self-contained
  • Each pack holds 10 prints
  • The Fujifilm Wide camera was the last wide product 6 years ago
  • Instax, Instax Square, Instax Wide all are the same height
  • The with of Instax is 46mm, Instax Square is 62mm, Instax Wide is 98mm
  • Polaroid I type is 78x78mm so almost the same area
  • Phone controlled printers help you not waste film
  • All of the printers can print directly from the camera
  • Wide has been missing up until now
  • Not much price difference between them
  • Instax SP-3 uses wifi while the other printers use Bluetooth
  • There is no shot counter so check the app to see how many prints you get
  • The printers are rated for 100 shots, but Gordan’s only lasted for 3 packs or about 30 prints
  • It takes about 90 seconds to develop
  • There are now print mode options in the Instax wide of natural (which is the classic Instax style) and rich mode which tones down the contrast
  • Gordon prefers the rich mode
  • Editing options in the printer apps allow for some basic adjustments to be made
  • There are also filter and text options that can be applied before printing
  • You can keep the printer in your hand or bag or whatever
  • You can also add QR codes on your printers for a variety of things like your website, audio clips, or the photo location
  • You can also print multiple photos to the wide format with all of the above features

Instax Wide Link: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 2: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Instax SP-2: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Instax SP-3: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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