Fujifilm Filed An Application to Provide Dosage And Administration Instructions Concerning COVID-19

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 17, 2020


Fujifilm Filed an Application for Partial Changes to the Manufacturing and Marketing Approval Matters of Anti-Influenza Drug Avigan® Tablet in Japan to Include Additional Indication for COVID-19
TOKYO, October 16, 2020 — FUJIFILM Toyama Chemical Co., Ltd. (President: Junji Okada; hereinafter “FUJIFILM Toyama Chemical”) has announced that the company filed an Application for Partial Changes to manufacturing and marketing approval matters of its anti-influenza drug Avigan® Tablet (generic name: favipiravir,“Avigan”) to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in Japan. The filing seeks to add an indication and other items relating to novel coronavirus infections (hereinafter “COVID-19”).

Avigan, approved for manufacture and sale in Japan as an influenza antiviral drug, selectively inhibits RNA polymerase necessary for influenza virus replication. Due to this mechanism of action, it has been expected that Avigan may have an antiviral effect on the novel coronavirus, as they are RNA viruses of the same type as influenza viruses. FUJIFILM Toyama Chemical conducted phase III clinical trial in Japan in March of this year for COVID-19 patients with non-severe pneumonia. The company confirmed, with a statistically significant difference, that the administration of Avigan demonstrates shorter time to resolution, with no new safety concerns identified.

Based on the results of this trial, FUJIFILM Toyama Chemical filed an Application for Partial Changes to manufacturing and marketing approval matters of Avigan. The filing seeks to add, indication as well as dosage and administration concerning COVID-19 to the current manufacturing and marketing approval items of Avigan.

To meet the requests of the Japanese government to increase stockpiles of Avigan, and by other countries to supply the drug, the Fujifilm Group has been working to increase production of the drug in collaboration with strategic partners both inside and outside Japan. The Fujifilm Group will work to deliver the treatment drug to COVID-19 patients as soon as possible, and contribute to ending the spread of COVID-19.


<About Avigan® Tablets>
An anti-influenza drug developed by FUJIFILM Toyama Chemical that obtained domestic manufacturing and marketing approval in March 2014 with the treatment of new or reemerging influenza as the indication. The Japanese government has already stockpiled Avigan in preparation for the outbreak of the novel influenza.

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Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 II Firmware 1.0.7 Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 16, 2020


Viltrox release firmware 1.0.7 for the Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 II today and you can download it here.

v1.0.7 major update
1. Fixed the problem that the video focus speed is too fast.
2. Fixed the problem that the video focus speed is too fast when the lens is used on the model with non-adjustable video focus speed
3. Fixed the problem of not being able to focus in video focus
4. Fixed the problem that the video focus speed adjustment is invalid in some models
5. Fixed the problem that auto focus did not respond when video focusing

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VILTROX 85mm f/1.8II: B&H Photo / Amazon
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Moment x Fujifilm Rugged Camera Sling 6L and 10L Announced

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 16, 2020


Moment x Fujifilm Rugged Camera Sling 6L
Moment x Fujifilm Rugged Camera Sling 10L

Introducing the Moment X Fujifilm rugged camera sling.

Bomber materials and durable padding protects your gear on the outside. Lots of pockets and customizable dividers keep you organized on the inside. The Stability Strap keeps your sling tight when moving, shooting, and even hiking. While its rectangular shape maximizes the gear you can fit. Multi direction for right and left handed shooters, this is the camera sling you trust to stay tough and comfortable no matter the conditions.

FEATURES AND COMPATIBILITY

  • Super Organized: A camera sling you can configure with modular, padded dividers to create multiple small pockets, or take them out for a single compartment.
  • Fast to Access: Top-down opening for grabbing gear on the run.
  • Extra Tough: Waterproof NPX body material with water resistant YKK zippers.
  • Cross-Body Comfort: A padded wingback panel with soft fabric feels good for all day, while the wide, articulated shoulder strap keeps weight distributed and not killing your body.
  • In the box: 1 Sling, 1 Shoulder Strap, 1 Stabilizer Strap, 2 Dividers
  • Covered by our lifetime warranty.

Key Features

  • Padded wingback design hugs your body for comfortable carry.
  • Quick access, dual zippered main flap for grabbing gear on the run.
  • Soft padded inner lining protects your tech gear.
  • Modular dividers with quilted velcro lining for easy organization.
  • Zippered and quick-slip inner pockets for batteries, cards, cables, and more.
  • Integrated pocket for iPad or tablets (up to 11 inch tablets).
  • Anti-slip tripod loading straps with fully magnetic hardware for quick release and latch.
  • Integrated key clip.

The Strap
Featuring a quick release buckle, the Rugged Camera Sling’s padded main strap can be adjusted to either side for maximum comfort and for both right and left handed shooters. There’s even a cross body Stability Strap so the bag doesn’t slide around when on the move or bending down.

  • Quick-release, padded main strap for right and left handed shooters (adjustable to either side).
  • Cross-body Stability Strap so bag doesn’t slide around when on the move and bending down.
  • Don’t need it? The Stability Strap is fully removable.

The Material
NorthPak is the world’s first durable + waterproof pack fabric made from 100% recycled polyester fiber and film. It’s made by North Sails, the world’s leading sailmaker and producer of laminated sailcloth. So yeah, it’s pretty rugged. As far as we know, this is the first time it’s ever been used on a camera bag.

  • CO2 emissions from manufacturing recycled PET fiber are comparable to the production of organic cotton
  • CO2 emissions from manufacturing recycled PET fiber are 50% lower than the production of virgin nylon
  • CO2 emissions from manufacturing recycled PET film are 38% lower than the production of virgin PET film
  • Every yard of NORTHPAK fabric saves approximately one pound of CO2 versus virgin-source Nylon/polyester fabric
  • NORTHPAK contains no harmful PU, TPU, PVC, DWR or other coatings, inside or out
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Fujifilm X Summit OMIYA 2020: Fujifilm X-S10 and Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR Launch and More

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 15, 2020

Fujifilm X-S10: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

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Summary:

  • Fujinon XF50mm f/1.0 is in high demand so they need to increase production capacity
  • Fujinon XF10-24mm f/4 R OIS WR Announced with a new gyroscope adds a stop of stabilization or 6.5 stops OIS on the X-T4 (Coming November 2020)
  • XF10-24mm Marked aperture ring
  • New Roadmap
    • XF70-300mm f/4-5.6 works with 2x TC to reach 900mm (Coming 2021)
    • XF18mm f/1.4 (Coming 2021)
  • Fujifilm X-S10 Announced
    • X-Trans 4 + X Processor 4 same as the X-T4
    • Same simulations as X-T4 with 6 stops of stabilization with a variable angle LCD
    • X-S10 big grip with built-in flash
    • 4K30p
    • The best X AF on an X camera yet with -7EV AF in 0.02 seconds
    • Enhanced auto mode that will automatically chose the best film simulation, dynamic range, clarity, color chrome effect, etc..
    • Nov 2020 $999
  • Firmware Updates
    • Fujifilm X-T3 getting X-S10 -7EV AF in 0.02 seconds AF system in 2 weeks on the 28th of Oct.

Fujifilm X-S10 Press Release

Fujifilm XF 10-24mmF4 R OIS WR Press Release

Fujifilm October 2020 X-Mount Lens Roadmap

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Fujifilm October 2020 X-Mount Lens Roadmap

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 15, 2020


Fujifilm X-S10: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

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Fujifilm unveils the latest development roadmap for interchangeable lenses for the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras
Adding two new lenses to create an extensive 37-lens lineup to cover versatile shooting styles and situations

TOKYO, October 15, 2020 — FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) has unveiled the latest development roadmap for interchangeable lenses for the X Series of compact and lightweight mirrorless digital cameras, which offer outstanding image quality based on the company’s proprietary color reproduction technology. The latest roadmap shows the addition of two new lenses, i.e. a large-diameter wide angle prime lens and a telephoto zoom lens.

Since launching its first mirrorless digital camera in 2012, Fujifilm has actively added new products to expand the X Series range. At the same time, the lineup for XF interchangeable lenses, designed for the X Series, has been rapidly expanded. XF lenses’ superior descriptive performance and mobility have won the support of professional photographers and photo enthusiasts alike. Newly added to the roadmap are a large-diameter wide-angle prime lens and a telephoto zoom lens, establishing a 37-lens lineup covering extensive focal lengths from ultra-wide angle to ultra-telephoto.

< Interchangeable lenses newly added to the roadmap >
(1) Large-diameter wide angle prime lens
This is a new addition to a group of large-diameter prime lenses, popular for their exceptional descriptive performance with the ability to produce beautiful bokeh. Its highly versatile 18mm focal length (equivalent to 27mm in the 35mm format) and large maximum aperture of F1.4 make it a perfect choice for snapshots and landscape photography.

(2) Telephoto zoom lens
This is a compact telephoto zoom lens, made possible with the compact and lightweight “X Mount” system*. It offers the focal length range of 70 – 300mm (equivalent to 105 – 450mm in the 35mm format) and maximum aperture of F4 – 5.6. Also equipped with the image stabilization function, the lens produces premium image quality in a wide range of photographic situations.

Today, Fujifilm announced the launch of the ultra-wide angle zoom “FUJINON Lens XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR.” The versatile product lineup, complimented with the two new lenses added to the roadmap, will meet various needs in a diverse range of shooting situations and styles.

*The system based on the X Mount, a lens mount for the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras equipped with an APS-C sensor

Development Roadmap for Interchangeable Lenses for the “X Series”

The lenses added to the roadmap this time are shown in green rectangles.

*The final exterior design may be different from the images shown in the roadmap.
*This roadmap is as of October 2020. Product specifications are subject to change.
*The figures shown in brackets are equivalent focal lengths in the 35mm format.

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Fujifilm Launches Mirrorless Digital Camera “FUJIFILM X-S10”

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 15, 2020


Fujifilm X-S10: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

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PRESS RELEASE
Fujifilm Launches Mirrorless Digital Camera “FUJIFILM X-S10”
– Compact and lightweight body with new in-body image stabilization and accurate AF that attains focus in as fast as 0.02 seconds
– Excellent operability and proprietary color reproduction to achieve superior image
– Full-fledged video production with smooth 4K video in rich colors

TOKYO, October 15, 2020 — FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) is pleased to announce the launch of the mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM X-S10” (X-S10) in the mid-November 2020. It is a new addition to the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras known for their compact and lightweight body and superior image quality based on the company’s proprietary color reproduction technology. In its compact and lightweight body, the X-S10 features the newly-developed up to 6.0-stops of five-axis image stabilization mechanism*, fast and accurate AF system that attains focus in as fast as 0.02 seconds, a large grip that makes it stable to hold the camera, and the high-performance auto-shooting function. The X-S10 is a mirrorless digital camera that sports X Series’ advanced shooting functionality, while making it easier to take premium quality image.

By offering X-S10, Fujifilm will broaden the user base of the X Series and provide the joy of photography.


The X-S10 is a mirrorless digital camera that features the five-axis six-stop image stabilization mechanism in its compact and lightweight body of just 465g**. It is equipped with the back-illuminated 26.1MP sensor “X-Trans™ CMOS 4”*** and the high-speed image processing engine “X-Processor 4,” both featured in the X Series’ flagship model, “FUJIFILM X-T4”, to achieve accurate and high-speed AF performance in as fast as 0.02 seconds. The X-S10 also offers excellent operability and ease of use, thanks to its large grip for hand-held stability and the rear LCD monitor with the vari-angle structure. Users can take beautiful pictures easily using the advanced “AUTO/SP (Scene Position) mode, which automatically selects optimum settings according to scenes. The camera also offers advanced video performance, capable of recording smooth 4K/30P video in rich colors and high-speed Full-HD video at 240fps.

Fujifilm will continue to communicate and deliver the joy of photography through its X Series of mirrorless cameras with APS-C sensors and an extensive lineup of premium-quality lenses including the FUJINON Lens XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR, also released today.

*Offering 6.0-stop stabilization when used with 20 of the existing interchangeable lenses (XF/XC lenses) for the X Series
**Including the supplied battery and a memory card
***X-Trans is a trademark or registered trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation.

1. Main product features
(1) A compact and lightweight body that features a new image stabilization mechanism as well as fast and accurate AF function

  • The X-S10 features newly-developed in-body image stabilization (IBIS) mechanism. By using new materials and optimizing the layout of the components, the IBIS unit in the X-S10 is 30% smaller and lighter*4 than that found in the X-T4. The unit is complimented with a shock absorbing mechanism that effectively controls vibrations when the shutter is released. Also, it features a sensor capable of detecting fine movements to deliver up to 6.0-stops of five-axis and image stabilization, creating sharp and well-resolved images in a wide variety of situations.
  • Despite its compact and lightweight body, weighing just 465g, the X-S10 is equipped with the back-illuminated 26.1MP “X-Trans™ CMOS 4” sensor that has phase detection pixels across the surface as well as the high-speed image processing engine “X-Processor 4” to achieve accurate and high-speed AF performance as fast as 0.02 seconds and exceptional portability.
  • The X-S10 has high-performance tracking AF, which maintains accurate focus on a subject that is moving toward and even moving away from the camera. Its superior Face / Eye AF function makes portrait photography easy.
  • The X-S10 realizes fast and accurate autofocus even in near-darkness conditions with the luminance level of -7.0EV*5. An accurate focus is attained even with limited light including nightscapes.
  • In the mechanical shutter mode, the X-S10 can shoot continuously at 8fps. In the electronic shutter mode, it delivers blackout-free burst shooting*6 at 30fps, ensuring to capture decisive photo opportunities.

*4Comparison in bulk and weight.
*5The luminance limit of -7EV is achieved when the camera is mounted with the FUJINON Lens XF50mmF1.0 R WR.
*6High-speed continuous shooting free from blackout, in which the viewfinder blacks out, causing the photographer to lose sight of a photo subject.


(2) Exceptional operability for ease of use

  • The use of lightweight and highly-robust magnesium-alloy grip makes the camera very stable to hold, reducing physical strain when shooting with a large lens such as telephoto zoom.
  • The Mode Dial on the top panel has customizable positions C1 – C4, to which users can assign image quality, focusing and shooting settings. User-defined presets can be accessed quickly for smooth shooting.
  • The monitor has the vari-angle structure. Users can compose a frame easily with their inspiration even when shooting a self-portrait.
  • The Live View setting of viewfinder can be selected from three boost modes. According to shooting scenes and subjects, users can choose from the Low Light Priority mode which allows one to see the subject clearly even when shooting in low light, Resolution Priority mode which displays the subject in fine detail, or Frame Rate Priority mode which shows the motion of a subject smoothly.*7

*7The Live View setting of the rear LCD monitor can be selected between the Low Light Priority mode and the Resolution Priority mode.

(3) Exceptional image quality with Film Simulation for versatile color presentation

  • The X-S10 features a total of 18 Film Simulation modes including the vivid and high-contrast “Velvia” and high-contrast yet low-saturation “ETERNA Bleach Bypass” which produces impressive atmosphere. The camera provides a detailed description of characteristics and optimal applications for each of the Film Simulation modes, so that even the first-time users of Fujifilm’s digital cameras can utilize the proprietary color reproduction with ease.
  • The algorithm has been updated for the “AUTO/SP (Scene Position)” mode, which automatically adjusts shooting settings to suit a given scene. It automatically applies settings such as “Color Chrome Effect (Blue),” “Clarity” and “Dynamic Range Priority” to produce landscape images of greater saturation or beautiful portraiture that accentuates the main subject. Highlights and shadows are controlled to minimize clipping when shooting in back-lit conditions in order to produce high-quality images.

(4) Extensive video-recording functions

  • The X-S10 generates 4K video from the amount of data equivalent to 6K to ensure the footage is in high resolution with low noise. It supports recording 4K/30P 4:2:0 8-bit video onto an SD card inserted in the camera, and outputting 4K/30P 4:2:2 10-bit video via the HDMI port.
  • The X-S10 is also capable of high-speed Full-HD recording at 240fps, producing up to 10x slow-motion footage of a split-second motion of a fast-moving subject.
  • The IBIS mechanism is complemented with electronic image stabilization, available for use during video recording. It makes fine adjustments to framing in line with camera shakes to effectively control motion blurs that typically occur when shooting hand-held.
  • The Video Record button is positioned on the top panel to start recording video instantly. When the Video Record button is pressed while shooting stills, the camera automatically applies optimum video settings.
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