Fujifilm X-E5 Firmware 1.10 Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 28, 2025


Fujifilm X-E5: B&H Photo / Amazon (Black : Silver) / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF23mm f/2.8 R WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X-E5 Firmware Ver.1.10 Download Here

The firmware update Ver.1.10 from Ver.1.00 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 “X-E5 New Features Guide［Ver.1.10]” from our website.
・X-E5 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 functions assigned by the following operation flow in the “Setup Menu”.
    ・Operation flow: “BUTTON/DIAL SETTING” ➔ “POWER ZOOM LENS FUNCTION (Fn) SETTING”
    5) “WIRELESS COMMUNICATION” option is removed from the “Fn1 BUTTON SETTING” menu in the BUTTON/DIAL SETTING” of the “Setup Menu”.
    6) The instax printer SQUARE Link™ is supported so you can connect your camera with instax printer SQUARE Link™ and print images.

    < Precautions After Firmware Update >
    1) Network security level is improved by updating your smartphone app (FUJIFILM XApp and FUJIFILM Camera Remote) and compatible cameras and instax™ printers (mini Link3, SQUARE Link, Link WIDE) to the latest version, 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.
    * In case that the instax™ printer (mini Link3/SQUARE Link/Link WIDE) is the current 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.

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Fujifilm X-E5 Now Shipping Everywhere

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 28, 2025


Fujifilm X-E5: B&H Photo / Amazon (Black : Silver) / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF23mm f/2.8 R WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm is now shipping the Fujifilm X-E5 globally.

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Godox AD400PRO II Announced

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 27, 2025


Godox AD400PRO II: B&H Photo / Amazon

Godox released a new flash, the Godox AD400PRO II.

Key Features
  • Compatible with Most TTL Systems
  • 400Ws, 1/512 to 1/1 Power Output
  • Up to 460 Full-Power Flashes
  • Freeze Mode: 1/3470 to 1/27,770 sec
  • 1/8000 sec High-Speed Sync
  • 0.01-1 sec Recycling Time
  • Group Color Capability
  • 30W Bi-Color LED Modeling Lamp
  • 2.4″ Color Screen for Onboard Control
  • Includes Battery & Charger

Godox AD400Pro II: What’s New and Why It Matters

Headline Upgrades vs. the Original AD400Pro

  • New Freeze Mode: ultra-short flash durations from t0.1 1/3,470–1/27,770 s for cleanly stopping motion and splash work.
  • Finer Power Control: expanded range down to 1/512 (10 stops, 0.1-step increments).
  • More Stamina: up to ~460 full-power pops per charge (larger quoted endurance than the original).
  • Bi-Color Modeling Lamp: 30 W LED, 2800–6000 K, 10–100% with Constant and PROP modes; high CRI/TLCI for hybrid shooters.
  • Smarter Wireless: built-in 2.4 GHz X system plus X3 “one-tap” sync support; USB-C port accepts the optional FR433 (433 MHz) receiver.
  • Faster, Clearer UI: bright color TFT display, rotary selector, and group color indicator lights for quick multi-light identification.
  • Same portability & mount flexibility: native Godox mount and included Bowens adapter; optional H400P remote head supported.

Core Features (Quick Hit)

  • Output: 400 Ws (GN 72, ISO100 with efficient reflector)
  • Sync: HSS up to 1/8000 s; first/second curtain; 3.5 mm sync; S1/S2 optical
  • Recycle: approx. 0.01–1.0 s
  • Color stability mode: ±75 K across the power range
  • Wireless: 2.4 GHz X system, ~100 m range, 32 channels, 16 groups, ID 01–99
  • Battery: 21.6 V, 2600 mAh; about 460 pops; optional AC400 adapter for mains power

Detailed Specs

SpecAD400Pro II
Power range1/512–1/1 (10 stops, 0.1-step)
Flash durations (t0.1)Normal: 1/230–1/16120; Color: 1/230–1/11900; Freeze: 1/3470–1/27770
Recycle time~0.01–1.0 s
Modeling light30 W bi-color LED, 2800–6000 K, 10–100%, CRI≈97 / TLCI≈98; Constant & PROP modes
Guide numberGN 72 (ISO100, with efficient reflector)
WirelessGodox 2.4 GHz X; works with X3, XPro II, X2T, X1; USB-C for optional FR433 (433 MHz)
Groups / channels / ID16 groups (0–9, A–F) / 32 channels / ID 01–99
Battery enduranceApprox. 460 full-power flashes
AC powerOptional AC400 adapter; UC46 USB charger can fast-charge packs (~1.5 h)
Compatibility (TTL)Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus, Panasonic, Pentax, Leica
MountsNative Godox mount + included Bowens adapter
Dimensions / weight~211×129×90 mm; ~2 kg (with battery, no tube/reflector)

Price & Availability

MSRP: $649. Initial availability is via pre-order at major retailers.

Why Upgrade?

If you frequently shoot action, sports, liquid/splash, or need very fine power at low levels for close-up work, the Freeze durations, 1/512 output, and bi-color modeling lamp are the biggest practical gains. Multi-light users will also appreciate the faster setup with X3 one-tap sync and the group color indicators.

Tip: Already on Godox? Your existing system triggers and Bowens modifiers carry right over.

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Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye For Fujifilm GFX

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 26, 2025


Venus Optics Laowa 8-15mm f/2.8 Fisheye:
Venus Optics / B&H Photo / Amazon

Laowa is thrilled to introduce GFX and XCD mount options for its 8–15mm f/2.8 full-frame zoom fisheye lens. Originally crafted for full-frame systems, this lens now brings its signature circular fisheye effect to Fujifilm GFX and Hasselblad XCD medium-format cameras. While the image doesn’t fully cover the larger sensor area, photographers can creatively crop to achieve their desired composition—unlocking fresh possibilities for imaginative framing and bold visual storytelling.

Overview of the Laowa 8–15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye Lens
The Laowa 8–15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye is a full-frame lens designed to deliver exceptional creative flexibility through its dual fisheye capabilities. Offering both a 180° circular fisheye and a diagonal fisheye effect, users can effortlessly switch between two distinct visual styles to suit their artistic vision. With a constant f/2.8 aperture throughout the zoom range, the lens performs brilliantly in low-light environments and enables faster shutter speeds—ideal for capturing dynamic scenes such as sports or action shots. Its close 16cm (6.3″) minimum focusing distance empowers photographers and videographers to get up close and personal with their subjects, producing dramatic compositions with bold fisheye distortion and immersive visual impact.

Previously available in full-frame mounts including Sony E, Nikon Z, L mount, and Canon RF, the lens is now expanding its compatibility with the addition of GFX and XCD mount options for medium-format users. Despite the new mounts, the lens remains lightweight and compact, measuring 101.2mm × Ø76.4mm (GFX) and 96.36mm × Ø76.4mm (XCD), with a weight of approximately 650g.

Performance on Medium Format Cameras
When paired with medium-format systems like Fujifilm GFX or Hasselblad XCD, the Laowa 8–15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye delivers a unique visual experience—producing a bold circular fisheye image at 8mm and a broader diagonal fisheye effect at 15mm. As the lens was originally designed for full-frame cameras, its image circle doesn’t fully cover the larger medium-format sensor, resulting in a circular or partially cropped frame. Photographers can embrace this dramatic aesthetic or crop the image to suit their desired composition, unlocking fresh opportunities for playful framing and creative exploration on medium-format platforms.

The Laowa 8–15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye delivers its most complete circular fisheye effect at 10mm.

Creative Cropping Possibilities
In addition to its distinctive fisheye rendering, the Laowa 8–15mm f/2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye opens up a world of creative cropping options for medium-format users. One standout choice is the XPan-style 65:24 panoramic crop, a favorite among GFX and XCD shooters for transforming circular fisheye images into cinematic, widescreen compositions. Photographers can also experiment with classic aspect ratios like 4:3, 1:1, and 16:9—each offering a unique interplay of scale, framing, and perspective.

Thanks to the high-resolution capabilities of modern medium-format sensors and the lens’s superb optical performance, these crops retain remarkable detail while inviting fresh interpretations of fisheye photography. Whether aiming for dramatic panoramas or balanced square frames, users can craft visuals that are both technically sharp and artistically bold.

Specification

Product nameLAOWA 8-15mm F2.8 FF Zoom Fisheye
Format CompatibilityFull Frame
Focal Length8-15mm
ApertureF2.8-22
Angle of view175°-180°
Lens Structure13 elements in 9 groups
Aperture Blades9
Focus Throw70°
Zoom Throw75°
Aperture Throw42°
Focus ScaleDual Scale
Min. Focusing Distance16cm
Max. Magnification0.23x
Focus modeManual Focus
DimensionsGFX: 101.2mm*Ø76.4mm

XCD: 96.36mm*Ø76.4mm

RF: 94.5mm*Ø76.4mm 

Weight~650g
MountsE / Z /  L / RF/ GFX/ XCD
PriceUSD699

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New Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro Teaser and Announcement in September

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 25, 2025

Viltrox AF 27mm f/1.2 PRO XF: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO XF: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

A few upcoming announcements are expected from Viltrox over the weeks to come, and the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro seems to be settling in for a September 1st announcement. Meanwhile, Viltrox is actively teasing the lens on weibo. Viltrox Pro lenses for APS-C cameras are pretty special and very well reviewed, so the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro should be no different.

Viltrox lenses can be found on B&H Photo and Amazon

 

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Camera Comparison: Fujifilm X100VI vs Ricoh GR IV

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 24, 2025

Fujifilm X100VI Silver and Black:
B&H Photo / Amazon (Silver : Black) / Moment / Adorama
Ricoh GR IV:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X100VI vs. Ricoh GR IV — Which Premium Compact Wins in 2025?

Fujifilm’s viral fixed-lens compact finally meets Ricoh’s long-awaited GR IV. Here’s the definitive, no-nonsense comparison for street, travel, and everyday creatives.

At a Glance

  • Look & Feel: X100VI is a metal, rangefinder-style camera with a hybrid OVF/EVF; GR IV is ultra-slim, pocket-first minimalism with rear LCD only.
  • Sensor & Lens: X100VI uses a 40.2MP APS-C sensor behind a 23mm f/2 (35mm-eq.) lens; GR IV has a 25.7MP APS-C sensor behind an 18.3mm f/2.8 (28mm-eq.) lens.
  • Stabilization: X100VI adds in-body stabilization (IBIS) up to 6 stops; GR IV has 5-axis sensor-shift SR.
  • Video: X100VI shoots up to 6.2K/30p and 4K/60p; GR IV focuses on stills with FHD/60p.
  • Weather: X100VI can be weather-resistant with an adapter ring + 49mm protector filter; GR IV is not weather-sealed.

Spec-by-Spec Comparison

SpecFujifilm X100VIRicoh GR IV
SensorAPS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR, 40.2MPAPS-C CMOS, 25.7MP (6192×4128)
Lens23mm f/2 (35mm-eq.), revised optics; built-in 4-stop ND18.3mm f/2.8 (28mm-eq.), redesigned; built-in 2-stop ND
Stabilization5-axis IBIS, up to 6.0 stops5-axis SR (sensor-shift)
AF / Subject DetectHybrid AF with subject-detection (animals, birds, cars, bikes, airplanes, trains, etc.)Hybrid AF (phase + contrast), Face/Eye detect; Full-Press Snap
VideoUp to 6.2K/30p 10-bit; 4K/60p; FHD/240pFHD/60p (MOV/H.264)
Viewfinder / ScreenHybrid OVF/3.69M-dot EVF + 3.0″ tilting touchscreen (1.62M dots)No built-in finder (optional external); 3.0″ fixed touchscreen (≈1.04M dots)
StorageSingle SD (SD/SDHC/SDXC, UHS-I)Internal 53GB + microSD (UHS-I)
Digital crop / TCDigital Tele-converter 1.4× / 2×Crop modes 35mm / 50mm
ConnectivityUSB-C 10Gbps, micro-HDMI, Wi-Fi, BT 4.2; Frame.io C2CUSB-C (DP Alt-mode video out), Wi-Fi 6, BT 5.3
Battery (CIPA)Approx. 310 (EVF) / 450 (OVF) framesApprox. 250 shots
Dimensions / Weight128×74.8×55.3mm; ~521g (with battery/SD)109.4×61.1×32.7mm; ~262g (with battery/card)
US Price (Aug 2025)$1,799$1,499 (list ~$1,496.95)

Weather Sealing: What You Can (and Can’t) Expect

Fujifilm X100VI

The X100VI can be made weather-resistant by mounting the AR-X100 adapter ring and a 49mm protector filter (PRF-49). With those two pieces installed, Fujifilm rates the camera for dust/moisture resistance and operation down to 0 °C (32 °F). Without the ring+filter combo, it’s not sealed at the lens opening.

Ricoh GR IV

The GR IV is not weather-sealed. It remains a minimalist, pocket-first street camera. You can attach the optional GA-3 lens adapter to use 49mm filters (and the GW-4 wide converter), but this does not provide environmental sealing.

Shooting Experience

Street & Everyday Carry

If you want true pocketability that disappears in a jeans pocket, the GR IV wins. It’s feather-light, starts fast, and the 28mm-equivalent field of view plus Full-Press Snap makes it deadly for decisive-moment shooting. The X100VI, while compact, is notably larger and heavier—you’ll likely carry it cross-body rather than in a pocket.

Viewfinder-First Framing

The X100VI’s hybrid OVF/EVF is a creative multiplier—optical for anticipation outside the frame, EVF for exposure preview and manual focus aids. Ricoh keeps it screen-only (you can add an external finder), which many street shooters prefer for stealth, but it’s a clear usability divide.

Low Light & Versatility

X100VI’s faster f/2 lens and up-to-6-stop IBIS let you shoot at slower shutter speeds and lower ISOs. GR IV’s SR helps, but the lens is a stop slower at f/2.8 and video tops out at 1080/60p. X100VI also packs a 4-stop internal ND, high-res 6.2K video, subject-detection AF, and film simulations—useful beyond street.

Who Should Buy Which?

  • Choose X100VI if you want a premium, do-it-all compact with a viewfinder, high-res 40MP files, meaningful IBIS, strong video, and optional weather-resistance.
  • Choose GR IV if you prize absolute portability, love 28mm for street, want internal 53GB as a safety net, and prefer a frictionless, minimalist workflow.

Price & Availability (USA, Aug 2025)

X100VI street price is $1,799 and supply remains tight. Ricoh GR IV preorders are live at ~$1,499 with first shipments targeted for September.

Bottom Line

The Ricoh GR IV finally gives X100VI buyers a fresh reason to pause—especially if true pocketability is the priority. But if you need a viewfinder, better video, faster glass, and real weather-resistance (with the adapter/filter), the X100VI still feels like the more versatile creative tool.

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