Fringer NF-FX (FR-FTX1) Won DGP2021 Summer Gold Prize!

By Louis Ferreira | Published: May 1, 2021


We are glad to announce that Fringer NF-FX (FR-FTX1) adapter (for adapting Nikon F mount lenses to Fujifilm X cameras) has won the Gold Prize in the lens accessories category at the Digital Camera Grand-Prix 2021 Summer, Japan.

About the Digital Camera Grand-PrixThe Digital Camera Grand-Prix is a consumer-oriented awards ceremony for all manner of digital imaging-related solutions. Winners are selected by a panel of photographers, critics and distribution-related professionals with a view to choosing optimal products with which users can also enjoy photographers and photography, and not merely the taking of photographs. Full details of results and award-winning products are distributed at retail outlets, etc. in the form of a free magazine entitled Digital Camera Grand-Prix Award-winning Product Shopping Guide. Now the Fringer NF-FX is available in our webstore as well as in B&H, Adorama, Amazon, and other retail platforms.

Fringer NF-FX (FR-FTX1): Amazon

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Laowa Argus CF 33mm f/0.95 Coming May 3rd

By Louis Ferreira | Published: May 1, 2021

The Laowa Argus CF 33mm f/0.95 will be coming May 3rd for X-mount from Venus Optics Laowa after following the product lines development for over a year.

  • Focal length: 33mm
  • Format: APS-C
  • Aperture range: f/0.95 – f/16
  • Viewing angle: 46.2°
  • Optical design: 14 elements in 9 groups, including 1 aspherical, 1 ED, and 3 high refractive elements
  • Aperture: 9 blades
  • Minimum focusing distance: 35 cm
  • Maximum magnification: 0.125x
  • Filter thread diameter: 62 mm
  • Size: 71.5 x 83mm
  • Weight: 590g
  • Mounts: Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Canon EF-M
  • Price: RMB 3,500 (approx. $530).

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Introducing the Reinforced Gitzo Ball Head Series 4

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 30, 2021


Gitzo just released new reinforced tripods that would pair well with the Fujifilm GFX you can read more about the changes on Explora.

  • The standout feature of this tripod head has to be the impressive weight capacity of 66 lb. This should easily accommodate even the heaviest DSLR/mirrorless and super-tele lens combinations, making it a perfect choice for wildlife, birding, and nature shooting, especially when a gimbal head is too unwieldy or doesn’t offer the desired range of movement.
  • Despite accommodating up to 66 lb, the tripod head itself weighs just about 2 lb. Its relatively light weight and compact form factor pair perfectly with select Systematic tripods to create a portable but highly stable support system. In fact, the Series 4 head with a lever lock will be available in a kit with your choice of Series 3, Series 4, or Series 5 Systematic Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs.
  • It features an Arca-type compatible quick-release plate, of course, and is available with either traditional screw knob or fast-action lever locking mechanisms.
  • As you would expect from Gitzo, the ball itself has been designed for smooth and reliable use, even under heavy loads. The aluminum ball is a smooth-coated hollow sphere and is rated to perform in a wide temperature range from -22°F to 158°F.
  • A dedicated thermo-stable fluid panning cartridge ensures super-smooth horizontal panning motions for tracking laterally moving subjects or just for seamless panoramic stitching movements.
  • For intuitive and responsive handling, the ball head features an independent friction control wheel and a fast lock knob for quickly freeing the head to track subjects at a moment’s notice.
  • There’s also an independent panning lock and an integrated bubble level to further suit making accurate compositions.

Gitzo Systematic Series 5 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Arca-Type Series 4 Center Ball Head with Lever Release
B&H Photo / Adorama

Gitzo Systematic Series 4 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Arca-Type Series 4 Center Ball Head with Lever Release
B&H Photo / Adorama

Gitzo Systematic Series 3 Carbon Fiber Tripod with Arca-Type Series 4 Center Ball Head with Lever Release
B&H Photo / Adorama

Gitzo GIGH4383LR Series 4 Center Ball Head with Arca-Type Lever Release QR Receiver”
B&H Photo / Adorama

Gitzo GIGH4383QD Series 4 Center Ball Head with Arca-Type Screw Knob QR Receiver
B&H Photo / Adorama

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Atomos Ninja V H.265 Recording Coming in May and New Atomos Ninja V+ 8k Model Announced

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 29, 2021


Atomos NINJA V: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Atomos NINJA V+: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Welcoming new members to the Atomos Ninja Family
Melbourne, Australia – 28th April 2021 – Atomos is thrilled to announce that it is expanding the Ninja family, with two exciting new Ninja products and a major update for Ninja V!

Ninja V receives the option for H.265 codec upgrade, Ninja V+ – is built for Apple ProRes RAW 8K productions, and Ninja Stream – 4Kp60 HDR for a high-quality social distancing production environment.

The Ninja V receives H.265 (HEVC)
The original Ninja V, launched in 2018, remains the most popular Atomos product and receives the ability to add the H.265 (HEVC) codec. The 5” 1000nit 10-stop HDR-monitor allows users to accurately monitor and record from either HDMI or SDI. Atomos continues to expand Apple ProRes RAW support on all partner cameras over HDMI and SDI. The Ninja V will continue to receive updates for cameras and additional functionality via AtomX modules whilst remaining at the price of $595.

The popular Ninja V is the workhorse and creative tool of choice for the wider film and pro-video industries and will now benefit from the addition of H.265 workflows, with up to 4Kp60 10-bit 4:2:2 full ‘i’ frame with options for 8-bit at various data rates. Atomos will be adding these features through a simple one-click $99 upgrade from my.atomos.com in May 2021.

Welcoming the Ninja V+
Atomos is excited to reveal the new Ninja V+ and Ninja V+ Pro Kit, building on the foundation of the Ninja V, coming to you in May 2021. The Ninja V+ delivers high quality accurate monitoring and extended recording capabilities for your camera of choice. Delivering support for continuous recording of 8Kp30 and 4Kp120 in Apple ProRes RAW adding to the great workflow of Ninja V, that bring together the great partnerships with camera manufactures and the world’s leading editing systems for our customers.

Included in the codec arsenal is the ability to record video inputs using the10-bit H.265 (HEVC) codec for high quality compressed recordings with small file sizes, which is perfect for the world we now live in, where streaming and sharing online has dramatically increased.

Ninja V+, sports a new stealth grey bezel and expands the processing power to deliver for 8k and high-frame-rate RAW recording. Using the latest chip technology, this premium Ninja has plenty of grunt to be able to record ProRes RAW at even higher frame rates and higher resolutions than the Ninja V. The extra horsepower under the hood allows the platform to add other ‘plus’ features when combined with future Atomos products and upcoming AtomX modules. The efficiency of ProRes RAW opens the possibility for creativity with the increase in resolution or frame rate whilst maintaining a workflow that can seamlessly slide on to the timeline of your existing ProRes RAW projects. Read More »

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Fujinon XF70-300mm In Stock

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 28, 2021


Amazon has a few XF70-300mm lenses if you have been trying to find one in stock. I love mine and have gotten a lot of great shots from it so far so don’t miss out.

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DPR: Fujifilm GFX100S Gets The Gold

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 28, 2021


The Fujifilm GFX100S will likely be sold out for some time with how big the preorders were and DPR seems to agree this is the ultimate image quality camera for a fairly reasonable price. The reduced size weight and price have been a big draw, but I am sticking with the full-size camera myself. You can read the full review here or you can read the main points below:

The most succinct assessment of the GFX 100S is that it’s capable of producing the best image quality under $10,000, at the time of writing. If gaining the extra image quality it offers over full-frame is valuable to you, we suspect you’ll be happy to work around any of the GFX’s shortcomings, relative to less expensive cameras, just as you’re willing to accept the price difference.

Conversely, if you’re wondering about whether the lower-resolution viewfinder or slower AF than the latest full-frame bodies can be justified at this price, then the excellent image quality it offers perhaps isn’t quite as central to your personal list of priorities. Having used the camera extensively, I think both perspectives are valid.

While we were working on this review, our test unit occasionally locked up after shooting images. The images were saved but the battery needed to be pulled before the camera would respond.

In addition, there have been reports of shutter mechanisms failing, to which the company has responded:

‘At the moment, the failure rate of GFX100S for any type of issues is in line with other GFX/X series cameras. With regard to the reports of mechanical shutter failure, we have heard of such incidents, but in a very limited number. We urge our customers to contact our local repair center if they have questions or concerns.’

The camera was reviewed and scored on the assumption that these issues will be addressed – and after hundreds of exposures we haven’t had any shutter problems – but both risks are present at the time of publication.

 

What we like…

What we don’t…

  • Excellent image quality across the ISO range
  • Exceptional detail levels
  • Very good tonal quality maintained into shadow regions
  • Choice of Raw compression
  • Image stabilization makes it easy to achieve full resolution
  • Comfortable ergonomics and decent level of button/dial customization
  • Relatively compact form factor
  • Impressive video capabilities
  • USB charging is convenient
  • Autofocus performance varies significantly between lenses
  • Face/Eye AF not as reliable as its FF rivals
  • AF Tracking not as sticky
  • No tracking AF in video
  • Line-skipped video doesn’t give full sensor low-light performance
  • Comparatively low battery life
  • Viewfinder isn’t very high resolution

Fujifilm GFX100S: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm GFX100: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm GFX50R: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm GFX 50S: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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