Fujifilm launches FUJINON Lens XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 2, 2021

Fujinon XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR
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Fujifilm launches FUJINON Lens XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR
-Further expanding the lineup of interchangeable lenses for the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras
-A large-diameter standard prime lens that offers superior resolution capabilities and the maximum aperture of F1.4
-Silent, fast and highly accurate AF capturing a photo subject swiftly and accurately

TOKYO, September 2, 2021 – FUJIFILM Corporation (President; Teiichi Goto) is pleased to announce that it will gradually launch the “FUJINON Lens XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR” (XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR) in late September 2021. It will be a new addition to the lineup of interchangeable XF lenses designed for the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras, known for their compact and lightweight design and outstanding image quality based on Fujifilm’s proprietary color reproduction technology.

The XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR is a large-diameter prime lens with the standard focal length of 33mm (equivalent to 50mm in the 35mm format), offering superior resolution capabilities and the maximum aperture of F1.4. Its silent, fast and highly accurate AF system ensures to capture a photo subject swiftly and accurately.

The XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR consists of 15 lens elements in 10 groups, including two aspherical elements and three ED elements, to achieve superior resolution capabilities for edge-to-edge sharpness. Boasting the maximum aperture of F1.4, the lens allows users to produce high-quality pictures with minimal camera shake and digital noise even in low light conditions. The standard focal length of 33mm (equivalent to 50mm in the 35mm format) makes it a perfect choice for snapshots and portraiture that incorporates a natural sense of perspective.

The XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR uses the Inner Focus system, driven by a linear motor, for fast and highly accurate AF. The resulting silent and smooth focusing is perfect for shooting not only stills but also videos. The highly portable design that weighs approximately 360g, thanks to the compact and lightweight X Mount system*1, offers an outstanding mobility.

In addition to the XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR, Fujifilm has today announced the launch of the FUJINON Lens XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR. Including the FUJINON Lens XF18mmF1.4 R LM WR, launched in May this year, a total of three lenses form a new-generation “large diameter prime” series with high resolution capabilities, catering to future advancement in image sensor resolutions. The development roadmap*2, also unveiled today, revealed basic specifications for a high-magnification zoom and an ultra-telephoto zoom, due to join the XF lens lineup in the future. The lineup of 40 interchangeable lenses, shown in the roadmap, will cover a broad range of shooting conditions, enhancing the joy of photo shooting with the X Series of mirrorless cameras.

*1 The system based on the X Mount, a lens mount for the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sensor.
*2 Visit https://fujifilm-x.com/global/products/x-mount-lens-roadmap/ to view the latest roadmap for XF lenses.

1. Product features
(1) Superior resolution capabilities for edge-to-edge sharpness

  • The lens consists of 15 lens elements in 10 groups, including two aspherical elements and three ED elements, to effectively minimize chromatic aberration and spherical aberration, resulting in superior resolution capabilities for edge-to-edge sharpness. An aspherical element is positioned closest to the mount while the focusing lens group containing the other aspherical element and two ED elements is positioned in the middle. The group is driven together to reduce fluctuation of aberration and maintain premium image quality from the minimum working distance to infinity.
  • Boasting the maximum aperture of F1.4, the lens allows users to produce high-quality pictures with minimal camera shake and digital noise even in low light conditions such as outdoors at night or indoors. Creamy bokeh produced by a shallow depth-of-field and precise depiction of the focal plane enables three-dimensional definitions which makes the main subject stand out.

(2) Standard focal length of 33mm for a natural perspective

  • The XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR offers the standard focal length of 33mm (equivalent to 50mm in the 35mm format), providing the angle of view closest to that of the human eye for snapshots and portraiture with a natural perspective. The lens is extremely versatile with the minimum working distance of about 30cm and the maximum magnification of 0.15x (equivalent to 0.2x in the 35mm format), enabling a variety of photographic expressions.

(3) Fast and highly accurate AF and compact design for added mobility

  • The lens uses the Inner Focus system, in which a compact and lightweight focusing lens group is driven by a linear motor. The focusing group is designed to have a small range of movement to achieve a fast and highly accurate AF, attaining focus in as fast as 0.04 seconds*3 to seize a decisive photo opportunity.
  • The lens delivers silent and smooth focusing in the AF-C mode, frequently used when recording video. Fujifilm’s proprietary optical design technology has minimized changes in the angle of view during focusing (focus breathing), making the lens an ideal choice for video recording as well as still photo shooting.
  • The focus ring can sense the amount of rotation very accurately to detect even the subtlest of fingertip operations for precise focusing.
  • The use of smaller-diameter lens elements in the focusing group and optimized positioning of the linear motor have kept this lens compact, weighing approximately 360g and measuring approximately 73.5mm long with the filter thread size of 58mm for an advanced level of portability.
  • *3 Using an internal measurement method compliant with the CIPA Guidelines, when mounted on the mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM X-T4” with Phase Detection AF activated and the High Performance Mode turned ON.

(4) Excellent usability with a dust and weather resistant structure that can operate at temperatures as low as -10°C

  • The lens barrel is weather-sealed at 11 locations so that it is dust and weather resistant and can be operated at temperatures as low as -10°C, giving users peace of mind when shooting in light rain, in dusty conditions or in low temperatures such as astrophotography on cold winter nights.
  • The A (auto) Position Lock offers reliable operation, locking the aperture ring in place to avoid any unintentional adjustment during shooting.

Accessory
Lens hood LH-XF23 II
(designed for the FUJINON Lens XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR and FUJINON Lens XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR)

Together with the launch of the XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR, Fujifilm is releasing the rectangular-shaped Lens Hood LH-XF23 II, which can also be used with the XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR. It helps reduce flairs and ghosting to capture clear pictures. The milled-aluminum design gives it a classical and stylish look.

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Fujifilm launches FUJINON Lens XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 2, 2021


Fujinon XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR
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Fujifilm launches FUJINON Lens XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR
-A large-diameter wide-angle interchangeable prime lens for the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras
-Superior resolution capabilities with fast and accurate AF to seize a decisive photo opportunity
-Dust and weather resistant and capable of operating at -10°C for advanced usability

TOKYO, September 2, 2021 – FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Teiichi Goto) is pleased to announce the launch of the “FUJINON Lens XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR” (XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR) in November 2021. It will be a new addition to the lineup of interchangeable XF lenses for the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras, known for their compact and lightweight design and outstanding image quality based on Fujifilm’s proprietary color reproduction technology.

The XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR is a large-diameter wide-angle prime lens with the focal length of 23mm (equivalent to 35mm in the 35mm format). This is an upgrade of the current “FUJINON Lens XF23mmF1.4 R” (the previous model), enhancing resolution capabilities and AF speed while maintaining the fast F1.4 maximum aperture. The new model also boasts advanced usability with its dust and weather resistant construction and the capability to operate at temperatures as low as -10°C.

The XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR is a large-diameter wide-angle prime lens that consists of 15 lens elements, including two aspherical elements and three ED elements, in 10 groups, achieving enhanced resolution capabilities over the previous model. The maximum aperture of F1.4 produces shallow depth-of-field. The newly-adopted nine aperture blades also contributes to natural and creamy bokeh. The highly versatile focal length of 23mm makes it an ideal choice for landscape photography and snapshots. The minimum working distance of about 19cm provides close-up capability and enables a dynamic framing, capturing the main subject in close-up while keeping vast background into the frame. The lens also uses the Inner Focus system, driven by a newly-adopted linear motor, to deliver fast and highly accurate AF, attaining focus in as fast as 0.04 seconds*1 to seize a decisive photo opportunity. It also boasts advanced usability with its dust and weather resistant construction and the capability to operate at temperatures as low as -10°C.

In addition to the XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR, Fujifilm has today announced the launch of the FUJINON Lens XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR. Including the FUJINON Lens XF18mmF1.4 R LM WR, launched in May this year, a total of three lenses form a new-generation “large diameter prime” series with high resolution capabilities, catering to future advancement in image sensor resolutions. The development roadmap*2, also unveiled today, revealed basic specifications for a high-magnification zoom and an ultra-telephoto zoom, due to join the XF lens lineup in the future. The lineup of 40 interchangeable lenses, shown in the roadmap, will cover a broad range of shooting conditions, enhancing the joy of photo shooting with the X Series of mirrorless cameras.

*1 Using an internal measurement method compliant with the CIPA Guidelines, when mounted on the mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM X-T4” with Phase Detection AF activated and the High Performance Mode turned ON.
*2 Visit https://fujifilm-x.com/global/products/x-mount-lens-roadmap/ to view the latest roadmap for XF lenses.

1. Product features
(1) Superior resolution capabilities and beautiful bokeh

  • The lens consists of 15 lens elements in 10 groups, including two aspherical elements and three ED elements, to effectively minimize chromatic aberration and spherical aberration. High resolution capabilities, improved from that of the previous model, captures the finest details of a photo subject in edge-to-edge sharpness. An aspherical element and an ED element are positioned closest to the mount while the focusing group containing the other aspherical element and two ED elements is positioned in the middle. The focusing group is driven together to reduce fluctuation of aberration attributable to changes in shooting distance.
  • Boasting the maximum aperture of F1.4, the lens allows users to produce images that take advantage of its shallow depth-of-field. The use of nine aperture blades which produces nearly round shape bokeh effect, and reduced color casts in bokeh by well-controlled comatic aberration enables the natural and creamy bokeh.

 

(2) Dynamic framing with the wide-angle 23mm focal length

  • This is a wide-angle lens that offers a highly versatile 23mm focal length (equivalent to 35mm in the 35mm format), making it a perfect choice for landscape photography and snapshots. The minimum working distance of about 19cm and the maximum magnification of 0.2x (equivalent to approx. 0.3x in the 35mm format), enable a dynamic framing that captures the main subject in close-up while keeping vast background into the frame.

(3) Newly adopting a linear motor for fast and highly accurate AF and weather-sealed construction

  • The lens uses the Inner Focus system, in which a compact and lightweight focusing lens group is driven by a newly-adopted linear motor. The focusing group is designed to have a small range of movement to achieve a fast and highly accurate AF, attaining focus in as fast as 0.04 seconds to seize a decisive photo opportunity.
  • The lens delivers silent and smooth focusing in the AF-C mode, frequently used when recording video. Fujifilm’s proprietary optical design technology has minimized changes in the angle of view during focusing (focus breathing), making the lens an ideal choice for video recording as well as still photo shooting.
  • The focus ring can sense the amount of rotation very accurately to detect even the subtlest of fingertip operations for precise focusing.
  • The lens barrel is weather-sealed at 11 locations so that it is dust and weather resistant and can be operated in temperatures as low as -10°C, accommodating snapshots in light rain, dusty conditions or astrophotography in cold winter nights.

(4) Compact design for added usability

  • The use of smaller-diameter lens elements in the focusing group and optimized positioning of the linear motor have kept this lens compact, weighing approximately 375g and measuring approximately 77.8mm long with the filter thread size of 58mm. This reduces users’ load when they walk around with this lens, mounted on a camera.
  • The A (auto) Position Lock offers reliable operation, locking the aperture ring in place to avoid any unintentional adjustment during shooting.

Accessory
Lens hood LH-XF23 II
(designed for the FUJINON Lens XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR and FUJINON Lens XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR)

Together with the launch of the XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR, Fujifilm is releasing the rectangular-shaped Lens Hood LH-XF23 II. It helps reduce flairs and ghosting to capture clear pictures. The milled-aluminum design gives it a classical and stylish look. It can also be fitted to the XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR, announced today.

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Fujifilm launches FUJINON Lens GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 2, 2021

Fujinon GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR:
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Fujifilm launches FUJINON Lens GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR
-A new interchangeable lens for the GFX Series of mirrorless digital cameras incorporating the large-format sensor
-A compact and lightweight palm-size zoom lens to realize superior image quality in a wide variety of situations

TOKYO, September 2, 2021 – FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Teiichi Goto) is pleased to announce the launch of the “FUJINON Lens GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR” (GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR) in November 2021. It will be a new addition to the lineup of interchangeable GF lenses designed for GFX Series of mirrorless digital cameras, incorporating the large-format sensor*1, approximately 1.7 times larger than a full-frame 35mm sensor.

The GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR covers the most frequently-used focal length range from 35mm in wide angle to the standard 70mm (equivalent to 28mm-55mm in the 35mm format), producing premium-quality images in a wide variety of situations. It is the most compact and lightest in the GF zoom lenses to provide excellent portability. The highly portable form factor will broaden the scope of applications for GFX camera systems, including the FUJIFILM GFX50S II mirrorless digital camera announced today.

The new GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR lens has a focal length range from 35mm to 70mm (equivalent to 28mm-55mm in the 35mm format) and high resolution capabilities despite being the most compact and lightest in the GF zoom lenses, weighing approximately 390g and measuring 96.4mm (wide-angle end). The retractable barrel structure, which stores the lens barrel compactly, reduces the length to 73.9mm when fully collapsed for added portability. It would reduce the physical burden even when used as a walkaround lens, enabling casual hand-held shooting for snapshots, landscape photography and portraits. The lens can also take a close-up shot of a subject approximately 25cm from the front-most of the lens to accommodate a broad range of shooting situations such as photography of a meal on a table. The fast, silent and highly-accurate AF system attains focus on a targeted subject smoothly to capture every photo opportunity. The lens has a dust- and moisture-resistant structure and can operate at temperatures as low as -10°C, which enables users to continue shooting in light rain or dusty place.

Today, Fujifilm has unveiled the updated development roadmap for GF lenses*2, offering basic specifications for lenses to be added to the lineup including an ultra-wide-angle zoom, a large-diameter standard prime lens and a tilt & shift lens. With the 17-lens lineup presented in the roadmap that covers a wide shooting range, Fujifilm will continue to offer the joy of photography using the GFX Series.

*1 An image sensor that measures 55mm diagonally (43.8mm x 32.9mm) and is approximately 1.7 times larger than a 35mm full-frame sensor.
*2 For the latest roadmap for GF lenses, see https://fujifilm-x.com/global/products/g-mount-lens-roadmap/.

1. Product features
(1) Advanced versatility that covers most frequently-used focal lengths to deliver superior-quality images in a wide variety of situations

  • The GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR covers most frequently-used focal lengths from 35mm in wide angle to the standard 70mm (equivalent to 28mm-55mm in the 35mm format) to cater to a wide range of situations including snapshots, landscape and portraits.
  • It enables a close-up shot of a subject approximately 25cm from the front-most of the lens. It takes advantage of the wide-angle framing of capturing the main subject in close-up against a broad spread of the background, as well as the standard angle of view that offers a natural perspective.
  • The GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR consists of 11 elements, including one aspherical element and two ED elements, in nine groups to control spherical and chromatic aberrations well for high resolution capabilities. The design provides a precise description of a tiny subject in the background, even when it is shot on the wide-angle side.

(2) The most compact and lightest zoom lens in the GF zoom lenses

  • The GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR is optically designed to balance image quality with portability to achieve the most compact and lightest in the GF zoom lenses, weighing approximately 390g and measuring 96.4mm (wide-angle end) with the filter thread size of 62mm. The retractable barrel structure, which stores the lens barrel compactly, reduces the length to 73.9mm when fully collapsed for added portability. Even when mounted on the FUJIFILM GFX50S II or FUJIFILM GFX100S, the combined weight comes to less than 1,300g, reducing the physical burden even when used as a walkaround lens to accommodate a casual shooting style.

(3) Fast, silent and highly-accurate AF and robust design for advanced mobility

  • The lens uses the Inner Focus system, in which compact and lightweight focusing elements are driven with a stepping motor. When combined with FUJIFILM GFX100S’s phase detection AF, the lens can autofocus in as fast as 0.13 seconds*3, ensuring to capture the main subject. The lens also supports digital cameras’ Face / Eye Detection AF modes, capturing a momentary change in facial expressions, which makes it perfect choice for portraits that involves subject movements.
  • The low operation noise during focusing makes it suitable not only for stills but also for video recording.
  • The lens is weather-sealed at nine locations, making it dust- and moisture-resistant and capable of operating at temperatures as low as -10°C. It enables users to capture a decisive moment even in harsh conditions with light rain or dust.
  • *3 Compliant with the CIPA guidelines; AF speed at the wide-angle and telephoto-angle ends.

2. Support information
The GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR features a manual retractable barrel structure. Before shooting, manually rotate the zoom ring to extend the barrel to the wide-angle 35mm position.

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Fujifilm launches mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM GFX50S II”

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 2, 2021


Fujifilm launches mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM GFX50S II”
-New GFX Series mirrorless digital camera equipped with a large-format sensor approximately 1.7 times larger than a 35mm full-frame sensor
-A compact and lightweight body packing a 51.4MP sensor and a powerful image stabilization for excellent mobility
-Rich tonality and beautiful bokeh further expanding the joy of shooting superior-quality images

TOKYO, September 2, 2021 – FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Teiichi Goto) is pleased to announce that the “FUJIFILM GFX50S II” (GFX50S II) will be released in late September 2021 as the latest addition to the GFX Series of mirrorless digital cameras incorporating the large-format sensor*1 approximately 1.7 times larger than a 35mm full-frame sensor. The GFX50S II is equipped with the 51.4MP image sensor and the powerful in-body image stabilization (IBIS) mechanism in a compact and lightweight body weighing approximately 900g*2. Its high-performance AF, based on the use of a high-speed image processing engine, gives the camera a excellent mobility.

The GFX50S II is a mirrorless digital camera that allows more people to enjoy the photographic world of ultra-high image quality, achieved by the large-format sensor’s rich tonality and ability to render the background out of focus beautifully.

Fujifilm released the FUJIFILM GFX 50S in 2017 as the first model in the GFX Series of mirrorless digital cameras and has since expanded the lineup to pioneer a market for mirrorless digital cameras using a image sensor larger than a 35mm full-frame sensor. The GFX Series has won high acclaim for its image quality and mobility from professional photographers and photography enthusiasts.

The latest GFX50S II, to be released this time, is a mirrorless digital camera equipped with the 51.4MP sensor in a compact and lightweight body weighing approximately 900g. It has a larger light-receiving area per pixel than digital cameras*3 with the 35mm full-frame sensor, producing rich tonality and clear images with minimal noise even in low-light conditions. Combination of its high resolution capabilities of capturing the finest detail and beautiful bokeh achieved with the ability to deliver a shallow depth of field creates three-dimensional definitions of the subject. The camera has a powerful five-axis IBIS mechanism that provides up to 6.5 stops*4 of anti-shake advantage to compensate for camera shake during hand-held shooting and minimize motion blur in low light or in settings where a tripod cannot be used. The use of the high-speed image processing engine “X-Processor 4” and the latest algorithm adds extra performance to AF, attaining focus on the subject quickly and accurately.

The GFX50S II is a mirrorless digital camera of excellent mobility with an image sensor larger than a 35mm full-frame sensor, rewriting the previous standards for digital cameras. When mounted with a compact and lightweight kit lens “FUJINON Lens GF35-70mmF4.5-5.6 WR, the camera produces superior-quality images in a broad range of shooting situations.

Fujifilm will continue to offer the joy of photography with the GFX Series including the GFX50S II, the X Series of APS-C sensor cameras and an extensive range of interchangeable lenses.

*1 An image sensor that measures 55mm diagonally (43.8mm x 32.9mm) and is approximately 1.7 times larger than a 35mm full-frame sensor.
*2 Including a battery and a memory card.
*3 A digital camera equipped with a 35mm full-frame sensor that has the number of pixels equivalent to that of the GFX50S II (approximately 50 million pixels).
*4 When mounted with the FUJINON Lens GF63mmF2.8 R WR.

1. Product features
(1) Superior image quality delivered with the use of a 51.4MP large-format sensor

  • GFX50S II is a mirrorless digital camera equipped with a 51.4MP large-format sensor. It has a larger light-receiving area per pixel than digital cameras with the 35mm full-frame sensor, achieving wide dynamic range and high signal-to-noise ratio. This controls highlight and shadow clipping for rich tonality and delivers clear images with minimal noise to capture the main subject’s texture and even the atmosphere of the scene.
  • The camera uses a unique design based on smaller light micro lenses on the sensor, boosting light resolution per pixel for added image sharpness. When combined with a FUJINON GF lens that can maximize the sensor’s performance, the camera can capture details of the subject.
  • The ability of the large-format sensor to produce a very shallow depth of field renders background out of focus beautifully, adding three-dimensional definitions to the subject as the photographer intended.


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Controlling highlight and shadow clipping for rich tonality to deliver superior image quality.

(2) Featuring 19 Film Simulation modes for diverse color presentation

  • The GFX50S II comes with 19 Film Simulation modes, including “Nostalgic Neg.,” characterized by high saturation and soft tonality. Film Simulation presets, designed for various subject types and scenes, can be used as if choosing between rolls of different photographic films, while checking how they affect the final image in live view, thereby reducing editing workload after a photo shoot.

(3) Compact and lightweight body for advanced mobility

  • The use of the compact IBIS mechanism and shutter unit has been combined with optimized layout of various devices to achieve a compact and lightweight body, weighing approximately 900g and measuring 104.2mm in height and 87.2mm in depth.
  • The grip has been shaped so that the camera sits comfortably in the hand, ensuring comfort by significantly reducing hand strain when using a large zoom lens.
  • The casing is made of highly rigid magnesium alloy. Added thickness around the base of the lens mount, which is subject to greater load in particular, has made the camera body highly robust. The GFX50S II is also weather-sealed at 60 locations to offer dust- and moisture-resistance and ability to operate in temperatures as low as -10℃ for exceptional ruggedized performance, expanding the world of superior-quality images.

(4) Five-axis IBIS mechanism that offers up to 6.5-stops to assist hand-held shooting

  • The GFX50S II features a powerful five-axis IBIS mechanism that provides up to 6.5 stops of advantage, based on the use of high-performance gyro sensor and accelerometer. This facilitates hand-held shooting in low light or in settings where a tripod cannot be used, making it easy to take pictures with minimal camera shake.

(5) High-performance AF that attains accurate focus quickly

  • The GFX50S II delivers high-performance AF thanks to the high-speed image processing engine “X-Processor 4” and the latest algorithm. This is coupled with the powerful IBIS mechanism to ensure that the focus is attained quickly and accurately in a wide variety of situations.
  • The camera’s refresh rate is twice as fast as the previous model*5 to boost the accuracy of the Face / Eye Detection AF. The camera’s large-format sensor requires advanced focus accuracy due to its shallow depth of field, but the AF system can capture a split-second photographic expression of the main subject, assisting users greatly when shooting portraits with movement.
  • *5 FUJIFILM GFX 50S

(6) Easy operability for a smooth shooting experience

  • The top panel features the Mode dial, typically seen in many digital cameras, so that even the first-time users of the GFX Series can handle the camera easily. The dial offers six customizable positions C1 – C6, allowing users to register their choice of functions to each of the positions and activate them quickly for a smooth photo shoot.
  • There is a selector on the top panel to instantly switch between the still and video modes for added convenience.
  • The use of a flat-shaped Focus Lever reduces physical discomfort even after extended use. It responds with enhanced sensitivity when moving the focus point, allowing users to attain focus at the intended location quickly.
  • The 1.8-inch sub LCD monitor with excellent visibility is found on the top panel, displaying key EXIF settings such as shutter speed, aperture, ISO sensitivity and exposure. Additional information displayed includes the number of frames remaining when shooting stills and the filming duration when recording video. The display can be customized for added convenience.
  • On the rear panel is a 3.2-inch main LCD monitor with 100% coverage. It can tilt in three directions to enable high- and low-angle shooting, for which the electronic viewfinder (EVF) cannot be easily used.

(7) Featuring the Pixel Shift Multi-Shot function, perfect for digital archiving

  • The GFX50S II features the Pixel Shift Multi-Shot function, which enables 4x resolution and accurate color reproduction. This is a perfect choice for digital archiving, as the function enables reproduction of colors and textures for cultural assets such as artworks and historical artifacts in superior definition of 200MP images.
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Fujifilm launches mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM X-T30 II”

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 2, 2021

Fujifilm X-T30II:
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Fujifilm launches mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM X-T30 II”
-A compact and lightweight mirrorless digital camera that delivers premium image quality with fast and highly accurate AF function
-Capable of shooting smooth 4K/30p video with rich tonality
-A high-resolution 1.62-million-dot rear LCD monitor to enable comfortable shooting photographs

TOKYO, September 2, 2021 – FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Teiichi Goto) is pleased to announce that it will gradually launch the “FUJIFILM X-T30 II” (X-T30 II) in late September 2021. It is a new addition to the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras known for their compact, lightweight body and superior image quality based on the company’s proprietary color reproduction technology.

The X-T30 II renewed the software while inheriting the compact and lightweight camera body, popular with the mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM X-T30” (the previous model), and delivers an advanced level of AF speed and precision and image quality equivalent to the X Series’ flagship model, “FUJIFILM X-T4” (X-T4). The X-T30 II has also evolved from the previous model in terms of hardware, as seen in the use of a high-resolution 1.62-million-dot LCD monitor on the rear panel. It enables comfortable shooting of high-quality stills as well as full-scale 4K/30p video.

The X-T30 II is a mirrorless digital camera that features a 26.1MP “X-Trans™ CMOS 4” *1 sensor and a high-speed “X-Processor 4” image-processing engine in a compact and lightweight body that weighs approximately 378g*2 to produce premium-quality images. The camera offers a fast and accurate AF system that has the focusing speed as fast as 0.02 seconds and also boasts exceptional ability to track a moving subject. It can autofocus even in near darkness conditions at -7.0EV*3 to accurately capture a subject in nightscape photography or indoor photography with low light.

The X-T30 II comes with a total of 18 Film Simulation modes, including “Classic Neg,” ideal for snapshots, and the low-saturation and high-contrast “ETERNA Bleach Bypass,” which produces impressive atmosphere. The expanded lineup allows users to enjoy a diverse range of color reproduction styles. The algorithm for “AUTO” mode has been updated to easily produce beautiful pictures by automatically identifying the type of shooting scenes and applying the optimum shooting settings.

Furthermore, the camera features functions that deliver smooth 4K/30p video with rich tonality as well as high-speed full-HD video at 240p, and is fitted with a high-resolution 1.62-million-dot three-inch tilting touchscreen LCD monitor, helping users capture stills and videos alike with ease.

Fujifilm will continue to deliver the wonder and joy of photography with the X Series including the new X-T30 II, GFX Series of large-format sensor cameras and an extensive lineup of interchangeable lenses that now added the new large-diameter wide-angle prime lens “FUJINON Lens XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR” and the large-diameter standard prime lens “FUJINON Lens XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR,” both announced today.

*1 X-Trans is Fujifilm’s trademark or registered trademark.
*2 Including a supplied battery and memory card.
*3 The luminance limit of -7.0EV is achieved when the camera is mounted with the FUJINON Lens XF50mmF1.0 R WR.

1. Product features
(1) Fast and highly accurate AF that attains focus in as fast as 0.02 seconds to capture a decisive photo opportunity

  • The X-T30 II is equipped with the 26.1MP “X-Trans™ CMOS 4” sensor and the high-speed image processing engine “X-Processor 4” to enable fast and accurate AF of up to 0.02 seconds, equivalent to the AF speed of the X Series’ flagship model “X-T4.” Phase detection pixels are placed across the sensor surface (approx. 100% coverage) to attain focus accurately even on a subject away from the center of the frame, ensuring to capture a decisive photo opportunity.
  • The AF system uses the latest algorithm to achieve improved AF ability for tracking a moving subject compared to the previous model. It can precisely track a subject that is moving toward and even moving away from the camera. Its Face / Eye AF function keeps a subject’s face / eyes in focus even in portrait photography that involves subject movements, making portraiture easy.
  • The camera can also autofocus accurately in near darkness conditions at -7.0EV, enabling nightscape photography or indoor photography with low light.
  • The camera delivers blackout-free burst shooting*4 at up to 8fps in the mechanical shutter mode and up to 30fps in the electronic shutter mode.
  • *4 High-speed continuous shooting free from blackout, in which the viewfinder blacks out, causing the photographer to lose sight of a photo subject. This is only available when the camera is in the electronic shutter mode.

(2) Fujifilm’s unique Film Simulation modes and evolved AUTO function to deliver exceptional image quality

  • The X-T30 II comes with a total of 18 Film Simulation modes including “Classic Neg,” based on color negative films typically used in snapshots, and “ETERNA Bleach Bypass,” which faithfully simulates the film processing technique of bleach bypass. The expanded lineup allows users to enjoy a diverse range of color reproduction styles, as if choosing a different photo film that suits each situation.
  • The algorithm has been updated for “AUTO” mode, which determines the type of a shooting scene based on information such as the presence of persons, colors and brightness and automatically adjusts shooting settings accordingly, and the “SP (Scene Position)” mode, which allows users to choose shooting settings based on the type of a scene. The Color Chrome Effect (blue), Clarity, D Range and other settings can be automatically adjusted to make it easy to produce clear and vivid landscape photographs or portraiture that makes the main subject stand out. Even in back-lit situations, the camera can deliver premium-quality images with minimal highlight- and shadow-clippings.

(3) Extensive video-recording functions

  • The X-T30 II uses the amount of data equivalent to 6K to generate 4K video to assure high resolution with minimal noise. The camera can output 4K/30P video at 8 bit 4:2:0 onto an SD card, and 4K/30P video at 10 bit 4:2:2 to HDMI.
  • Furthermore, it now supports full-HD 240P high-speed video, capable of replaying a momentary action of a fast-moving subject in slow motion in up to 10x.

(4) Excellent operability for comfortable shooting

  • The camera features the Shutter Speed Dial on the top panel to enable fully manual shooting. The dial allows users to check a current setting visually, so that they can prepare for the next shots even while the camera is turned off. The Auto Mode Selector lever is also provided for a quick activation of the AUTO mode for added operability.
  • On the rear panel is a high-resolution 1.62-million-dot tilting 3-inch touchscreen monitor, which provides clear live-view images for checking a photo subject, making it easier than ever to shoot stills and videos.
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Last Minute X Summit Leak: Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR and XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR Images

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 2, 2021

The Fujifilm X Summit will get started shortly, but Nokishita had to leak one more set of images before the start of the event. Stay Tuned it should have a few surprises.

Fujifilm “XF23mmF1.4 R LM WR” has 15 elements in 10 groups (2 aspherical lenses, 3 ED lenses)
minimum 19cm, maximum 0.2x
filter 58mm
size φ67×77.8mm
380g

Fujifilm “XF33mmF1.4 R LM WR” has 15 elements in 10 groups (2 aspherical lenses, 3 ED lenses)
minimum 30cm, maximum 0.15x
filter 58mm
size φ67×73.5mm
360g.

 

 

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Fujifilm GFX50SII:
B&H Photo / Amazon  / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-T30II:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR
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

via Nokishita

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