Fujifilm GFX100II Firmware v2.40 Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 30, 2025


Fujifilm GFX100II:
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Fujifilm GFX100II Ver.2.40 Download Here

The firmware update Ver.2.40 from Ver.2.30 incorporates the following issues:

< Important notice after firmware update >
* After the firmware update, you cannot connect the camera to the iOS version of FUJIFILM Camera Remote. Be sure to upgrade your smartphone or tablet to iOS13 or later and use FUJIFILM XApp instead of Camera Remote.
* After the firmware update, you cannot use the FUJIFILM Camera Remote (Android version) to connect with the camera through Bluetooth: Ver.4.1 and earlier. To pair via Bluetooth, smartphone/tablet must be Bluetooth Ver. 4.2 and latter.

Regarding the details of No.1 download the “GFX100 II New Features Guide［Ver.2.40]” from our website.
GFX 100 II New Features Guide: English, Français, Deutsch, Español, Italiano, Nederland, Polski, Svenska, Norsk, Dansk, Pусский, Suomi, 中文简, 中文繁體, 한국어, ภาษาไทย, Arabic

  1. The wireless communication security is enhanced while camera is connecting with a smartphone application or external device wirelessly.
    After updating the firmware, security will be enhanced, so the connection procedure with the smartphone application will be changed, or the “WIRELESS COMMUNICATION” setting menu on the camera will be deleted (see section, <Changes after firmware update> below for details).
    < Changes after firmware update >
    1) The procedure for pairing the camera with a smartphone is changed.
    2) “WIRELESS COMMUNICATION” option in the “SHOOTING SETTING”, “MOVIE SETTING”, and “PLAY BACK MENU” are removed.
    3) “WIRELESS COMMUNICATION” option is removed from the functions assigned by the following operation flow in the “Setup Menu”.
    ・Operation flow: “BUTTON/DIAL SETTING” ➔ “FUNCTION (Fn) SETTING”
    4) “WIRELESS COMMUNICATION” option is removed from the “Fn1 BUTTON SETTING” menu in the BUTTON/DIAL SETTING” of the “Setup” menu.
    5) “instax PRINTER CONNECTION SETTING” menu is removed from the “NETWORK/USB SETTING” of the “Setup Menu”.
    6) “instax PRINTER PRINT” option is removed from the “PLAY BACK MENU”.

    < Precautions After Firmware Update >
    1) Network security level is improved by updating to the latest versions for both the smartphone applications (FUJIFILM XApp / FUJIFILM Camera Remote) and connected cameras, since the latest versions change the network setting menus and connecting procedures to enhance the wireless communication security.
    Be aware that the security level remains unchanged in the following case.
    ・In case that the camera’s firmware is the current version, and the smartphone application (FUJIFILM XApp or FUJIFILM Camera Remote) is the latest version.
    2) After updating the camera firmware, if the smartphone application (FUJIFILM XApp or FUJIFILM Camera Remote) is not updated to the latest version, you cannot connect to the camera. Be sure to upgrade your smartphone application software to the latest version.
    3) After updating the firmware, the settings menu related to “WIRELESS COMMUNICATION” on the camera will be deleted, so the settings of the “SELECT CONNECTION SETTING” in the “NETWORK/USB SETTING” will be reset to “1: UNIVERSAL SETTING”. Be sure to reconfigure settings according to the external devices you are connecting to (Frame.io, FTP servers, etc.).
    4) After updating the firmware, you will no longer be able to print images taken with a digital camera directly from the instax™ SHARE SP-1/2/3. When printing images using instax™ SHARE SP-1/2/3, please use the smartphone application (FUJIFLM XApp or FUJIFILM Camera Remote) to import images and print from the dedicated instax™ printer application.

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Peak Design Unveils All-New Minimalist Camera Straps and Custom, Tool-Less Field Plate

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 29, 2025

 

Peak Design Unveils All-New Minimalist Camera Straps and Custom, Tool-Less Field Plate

Available in woven nylon rope or full-grain leather, Form straps feature Peak Design’s most refined connection system to date

San Francisco, CA – Peak Design, the global leader in camera carry solutions and accessories, announces the launch of an all-new family of minimalist, fixed-length camera straps: Form Rope straps and Form Leather straps. Available in multiple lengths and colors, the Form Strap line is joined by the Field Plate, a next-generation tool-free, thumb-drive camera plate engineered for fast and secure attachment to ¼” -20 threaded camera bodies. Field Plate is fully compatible with Peak Design tripods, Capture clips, straps, and most third-party Arca-type heads.

The new Form straps bring Peak Design’s renowned Anchor Link quick-connection system to its cleanest and most elegant design yet. Ultra low-profile hardware is integrated directly into the strap ends with no visible stitching, O-rings, or bulky connectors. The result is a minimal aesthetic with a faster, flatter connection that can hold up to 200lbs. and blends seamlessly into most any camera setup.

Form Rope straps are made from a custom braided nylon and polyester rope that balances strength, padding, and stretch, and are finished with glass-reinforced nylon Anchor housings for lasting durability. Form Leather straps are crafted from premium ECCO full-grain leather with machined aluminum hardware and a custom sealed finish along the strap’s underside to deliver a smooth glide with just the right amount of grip. Both leather and rope versions are offered in fixed-length neck and cross-body configurations, available in small, medium, and large sizes. Form Leather straps come in Black, Amber, and Tan, while rope straps are offered in black, Ocean (blue), and Kelp (green). Complementing the lineup, Peak Design is also introducing Cuff Leather and Cuff Rope wrist straps, which feature a one-size, quick-cinching design in matching materials and colorways.

Peak Design’s new Field Plate pushes traditional camera plate design into new territory. Instead of relying on coins, keys, or fold-out rings, the Field Plate features a pop-up thumb drive screw that lets photographers apply real torque with their hands alone. A simple press deploys the mechanism; twist to tighten or loosen; press again to stow. The intuitive design delivers a premium feel while maintaining Peak Design’s signature slim stack height and full compatibility with Peak Design camera accessories and most third-party Arca heads.

“For more than a decade, photographers around the world have trusted our quick-connecting camera straps, and it’s incredible to spot our little red Anchor Links almost everywhere cameras are carried, ” said Peak Design CEO and Founder Peter Dering. “The new Form straps are our distillation of that heritage into something streamlined, premium, and classic. And while we were at it, we took a fresh look at the humble tripod plate, resulting in the new Field Plate, which makes mounting your camera as simple as using your thumb.”

The Form Leather Strap is available in Long, Short, and Standard configurations (MSRP $79.95) and as a Neck Strap (MSRP $69.95). The Form Rope Strap is priced at $49.95 (Long, Short, Standard) and $44.95 (Neck). Cuff Leather Wrist straps are priced at $59.95, Cuff Rope Wrist straps at $39.95, and the Field Plate at $39.95.

Peak Design Field Plate
Peak Design Form Rope Camera Strap 52.6″
Peak Design Form Rope Camera Strap 46.7″
Peak Design Form Rope Camera Strap 40.8″
Peak Design Form Rope Camera Strap 30.9″
Peak Design Cuff Rope Camera Wrist Strap
Peak Design Cuff Leather Camera Wrist Strap
Peak Design Form Leather Camera Strap 52.6″
Peak Design Form Leather Camera Strap 46.7″
Peak Design Form Leather Camera Strap 40.8″
Peak Design Form Leather Camera Strap 30.9″

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New Cheecar 50mm f/1.2 Fluorescent

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 28, 2025

Chinese lens maker Cheecar will be releasing a lens with fluorescent markings on it, the Cheecar 50mm f1.2.

  • 5-group, 7-element construction, 11 aperture blades
  • stepped aperture design
  • a minimum focusing distance of 0.7m
  • 52mm filter interface
  • an all-metal body
  • APS-C format
  • fluorescent design
  • compatible with Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF-S, EF-M, Fujifilm X, and M43 mounts.



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New AstrHori 9mm f/2.8 Listed Early

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 27, 2025


B&H Photo listed the AstrHori 9mm f/2.8 early. There are no details about this lens at this time, but you can preorder one from B&H Photo today.

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Fujifilm Announces Enhancements to the Updated ‘instax mini Link™ for Nintendo Switch™’ Smartphone App

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 26, 2025


FUJIFILM INSTAX MINI Link 3 with Mario Case:
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Fujifilm Announces Enhancements to the Updated ‘instax mini Link™ for Nintendo Switch™’ Smartphone App
Updated ‘instax mini Link™ for Nintendo Switch™’ App allows gamers even more creative ways to share their gameplay with others.

FUJIFILM Europe GmbH, Imaging Solutions Division, announces the addition of instax AiR Studio™ and Click to Collage features to its instax mini Link™ for Nintendo Switch™ App1. The free, downloadable App will be compatible with all instax mini Link™ smartphone printers as well as Nintendo Switch™ and Nintendo Switch™ 2. With the App, users can share their favorite character moments with fellow gamers by printing a custom, one-of-a-kind instax™ mini photo2 from their instax mini Link 3™ series Smartphone Printer.

1 A free Smartphone App, compatible with Android phones and iPhones, is required for use of the instax mini Link™ Smartphone printer. It can be downloaded from Google Play in the case of Android phones and from the App Store for iPhones, provided that there are some countries and regions where the instax mini Link™ for Nintendo Switch App will not be available for download. 2 Instant film sold separately.


Updated App features enhanced instax AiR Studio™ and Click to Collage
The updated‘instax mini Link™ for Nintendo Switch™ App’ features the interactive instax AiR Studio™, in which users will be able to create their own prints using elements from the Mushroom Kingdom. Additionally, the App includes the Click to Collage feature, which captures a series of six images at three second intervals, allowing users to enjoy a photobooth experience featuring characters, items, and more from the world of Super Mario.

Since the launch of the instax mini Link™ for Nintendo Switch™ App in 2021, instax has explored various ways of integrating consumer’s favorite characters into their prints. The new instax AiR Studio™ and Click to Collage features in the app allow users to feel like they’re part of the game through the photos they create.  The free, downloadable instax mini Link™ for Nintendo Switch™ App allows Nintendo character frames, and stickers to be added to screenshots taken using the Nintendo Switch™ system’s capture function, which can be transmitted to the user’s Smartphone and then printed onto instax™ instant mini film .


Special Super Mario Question Block Design Silicon Case Bundle Introduced for instax mini Link 3™
In conjunction with the launch of the updated instax mini Link™ for Nintendo Switch™ App, Fujifilm is also introducing a special product bundle consisting of an instax mini Link 3™ Smartphone printer and a Super Mario Question Block Design Silicone Case, perfect for the upcoming gift giving season.

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ON1 2026 Now Available

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 25, 2025


ON1 Photo RAW 2026
ON1 PhotoKeyword AI
ON1 Sky Swap AI
ON1 Photo Resizer AI
ON1 NoNoise AI
ON1 Portrait AI
ON1 HDR

ON1 Inc. is excited to announce ON1 Photo RAW 2026, the latest version of its all-in-one RAW photo editor for professionals and enthusiasts. The new release, officially available this fall, delivers next-generation enhancements to three of the most-used editing areas—Resize AI, Masking, and Effects—while also introducing user experience updates, grayscale support, and expanded camera compatibility.

“Photo RAW 2026 isn’t just about adding new features,” said Dan Harlacher, VP of Product at ON1. “It’s about improving the core tools photographers rely on every day and making AI editing more flexible and reliable. From stunning super-resolution to the most accurate masks we’ve ever shipped, this release brings real-world value to every customer.”

Masking Overhaul: More Power, Easier to Use
The biggest masking update since Super Select AI gives photographers more control and speed when selecting and adjusting parts of an image. They can work faster, make more accurate selections, and achieve better results with less effort. The update includes:

  • One-click Subject & Background Masks: Photographers can easily isolate subjects or backgrounds for targeted adjustments.
  • New Mask Layers: Users can stack, combine, or subtract multiple masks for each layer or filter, providing full control without destructive edits.
  • Improved AI Edge Quality: Cleaner edges around hair, branches, and other complex shapes reduce the need for manual touch-ups.

New Effects & Filters: More Creativity, Less Complexity
ON1’s most popular module, Effects, is now easier and faster to use. Four all-new filters have been added, along with workflow improvements that help photographers find their favorites quicker, start with the look they want, and enjoy a smoother editing process from start to finish. The upgrade includes:

  • Depth Lighting: Adjust lighting and color of the foreground and background to emphasize subjects.
  • Split Field: Simulates a split diopter effect to enlarge backgrounds without losing wide-angle foregrounds.
  • Double Exposure: Allows photographers to quickly blend subjects with artistic backgrounds.
  • Motion Filter: Adds realistic camera movement (ICM) after the shot.
  • Favorites and Search in Add Filter Dialog: Customers can tag go-to filters, hide unused ones, and streamline filter selection.
  • Starting Point Presets: Offers options to mimic the look of Adobe® Lightroom® or Capture One®, or to set a personal default stack.

Resize AI 2026 — Now Fully Integrated in Photo RAW 2026
With Photo RAW 2026, Resize AI 2026 is built directly into the core application, giving every customer access to ON1’s most advanced super-resolution technology without needing a separate app or plugin.

Two brand-new AI models headline the integration:

  • 2026 Highest Quality Model – A state-of-the-art generative AI model that recreates fine details, restores sharpness, and removes noise and artifacts from even the smallest or lowest-quality images. Perfect for extreme crops, AI-generated art, or vintage photos that need restoration.
  • 2026 Standard Model – Optimized for speed and batch work, this model still outperforms previous versions when dealing with noisy or compressed input, making it ideal for large projects and older GPUs.

Photographers can now enlarge images, clean up noise, and add creative edits while keeping their workflows fully non-destructive.

“I have used a trial of ON1 Resize 2026 applied to various types of image from portraits to landscape and I am very impressed. Whilst I have used ON1 PhotoRaw for most of my editing since 2018, I have been using Topaz Photo AI for some years specifically for upscaling as the previous version of ON1 Resize introduced odd textured artifacts on smooth surfaces. My tests show this has been eliminated and the newest version of ON1 Resize 2026 BEATS Topaz by a country mile,” says Chris, a happy ON1 customer.

Other New Features and Experience Improvements
Beyond the major upgrades, Photo RAW 2026 includes a range of improvements designed to make editing faster, smoother, and more customizable for photographers. These updates benefit everything from working with older photos to personalizing the workspace. Highlights include:

  • Negative Mode: Ideal for photographers digitizing film negatives with interchangeable lens cameras—automatically inverts and color-corrects scans.
  • Grayscale Support: Native support for editing grayscale images from legacy cameras and scans.
  • UI Improvements: Popular panels can be docked on either side, tool panes floated, and workspaces customized with more control.
  • Improved Perspective Tools: Separate controls for horizontal and vertical keystoning, with automatic scaling to eliminate blank edges.
  • First-Run Experience: A guided onboarding process that helps new users, especially those migrating from other platforms, get started faster.
  • Expanded Camera Support: Sony RX1R III, Alpha 6400A, DSC-RX100M7A, OM System OM-5 II, Fujifilm X-E5, Panasonic Lumix DC-S1IIE, DMC-GX7MK2, DC-G97, DC-ZS99/TZ99, and more.

Price and Availability for This Fall
Customers can pre-order ON1 Photo RAW 2026 today at a special reduced price and begin using Photo RAW 2025 right away, with the upgrade to the 2026 version included at no additional cost when it is released this fall. ON1 Photo RAW 2026 provides a complete standalone photo editor, while the MAX Edition expands functionality by allowing photographers to run Photo RAW and all its tools as plugins inside Photoshop, Lightroom Classic, Apple Photos, Capture One, Affinity Photo, and Corel PaintShop Pro. The MAX Edition is also available through the Photo RAW MAX Subscription and the Everything Plus Subscription, which include future upgrades along with additional ON1 apps. A free 30-day trial will also be available at launch.

For photographers seeking a fast, powerful, and affordable Lightroom alternative with AI photo editing and non-destructive workflows, ON1 Photo RAW 2026 delivers a compelling option.

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