Biggest Fujifilm GFX Firmware Update Ever Drops!


The range continues to evolve into an unparalleled high end system that meets the demands of professional creatives
FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) today, have released new firmware updates for all three GFX digital cameras, the “FUJIFILM GFX 50S” (“GFX 50S”), “FUJIFILM GFX 50R” (“GFX 50R”) and “FUJIFILM GFX100” (“GFX100”).

Over three years after the launch of the GFX 50S, Fujifilm is offering for free, a major firmware upgrade for the GFX System bringing substantial advances in image quality, autofocus performance and expandability, transforming them into completely new cameras.  The GFX range of high-end cameras has been chosen by numerous professional photographers, because of their astonishing image quality made possible by the Large Format sensor*1, which is 70% larger than a 35mm full-frame sensor, and Fujifilm’s color reproduction technology nurtured over the period of more than 80 years.
*1 An image sensor that measures 55mm diagonally (43.8mm x 32.9mm), with the area approx. 1.7 times that of a 35mm sensor

1.      Enhanced image reproduction

  • The number of Film Simulation modes for all three models have been increased. The new firmware will add“CLASSIC Neg” mode, simulating color negative film traditionally chosen for snapshots, to all three cameras. The GFX100 will also receive the “ETERNA Bleach Bypass” mode, which simulates the film processing technique of the same name, and the GFX 50S and GFX 50R will receive the “ETERNA” mode, which replicates the colors and tonality of Fujifilm’s motion picture film.
  • The “Smooth Skin Effect,” featured on the GFX100, will be added to the GFX 50S and GFX 50R, smoothing the appearance of human skin, ideal for portraiture.
  • The “Color Chrome Blue,” which adds depth to color and tonal reproduction in blue skies and other primarily blue subjects, will be added to the GFX100.

2.      Improving autofocus performance

  • The GFX100 will now be able to quickly and accurately use phase-detection AF in low-light conditions down to -5EV. The new firmware will also add Low Light Priority AF-S mode to the GFX 50S and GFX 50R, which increases the time the autofocus has to work, improving AF accuracy in low light.
  • The firmware will enhance Face / Eye AF performance for all three models. Face / eye detection accuracy and stability are improved when shooting groups of people, which makes portrait photography easier than ever before.
  • The Auto mode will be added to focus bracketing in all three models. You can now specify the start and end points and shooting interval, and the camera will automatically determine the number of frames and steps required.

3.      Expanding functionality

  • In all three models, the new firmware will allow users to adjust exposure settings (shutter speed, aperture value, ISO sensitivity, exposure compensation) from a computer when shooting stills and using software that supports some tether-shooting functions.
  • In all three models, more photo-editing applications will support the import of rating information, assigned in camera.
  • For the GFX 50S and GFX 50R, the maximum number of photos that can be saved in each folder on an SD card will increase 10 fold from 999 to 9,999.

4.      Gimbal / Drone compatibility

  • When using the GFX100 with compatible Gimbal / Drone that supports these functions, users will be able to start / stop video recording, specify exposure settings for video (shutter speed, aperture value, ISO sensitivity and exposure compensation), and make manual focus adjustments.*2 Guilin FeiYu Electronic Technology Co. Ltd.*3, Shenzhen Gudsen Technology Co., Ltd.*4, SZ DJI Technology Co.,Ltd.*5 and ZHIYUN*6 (alphabetical order) have announced their plans to offer compatible products.
    *2 Functions that can be controlled vary from Gimbal to Gimbal.
    *3 Guilin FeiYu Electronic Technology Co. Ltd.
    *4 Shenzhen Gudsen Technology Co., Ltd.
    *5 SZ DJI Technology Co.,Ltd.
    *6 ZHIYUN

5.      Features RAW video data output to ATOMOS NINJA V field monitor-recorder*7

  • GFX100 will be able to output maximum 4K/29.97P*8 12bit RAW video data using HDMI to an ATOMOS NINJA V, in Apple ProRes RAW. New firmware for NINJA V will be released by ATOMOS. RAW video data gives maximum flexibility for exposure adjustment or color grading in post-production for professional videographers. Also, simultaneous output of RAW with Film Simulation / F-Log / Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG) is also available.
    *7 GFX100 can record Apple ProRes RAW only with ATOMOS NINJA V (as of June 30th 2020).
    *8 Compatible with 4K (3840×2160) 29.97P/25P/24P/23.98P. Not compatible with FHD.

Firmware version: FUJIFILM GFX 50S(Ver. 4.00)
Firmware version: FUJIFILM GFX 50R(Ver. 2.00)
Firmware version: FUJIFILM GFX100(Ver. 2.00)

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Fujinon GF30mmF3.5 R WR Launch Coverage


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Official
Press Release
Product Page
Sample Images

Other Coverage
Explora – Hands-On Review: FUJIFILM GF 30mm f/3.5 R WR Lens
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MTF Chart
Vertical axis : Contrast
Horizontal axis : Distance from the center of the image
S : Sagittal
M : Meridional

Specifications

TypeGF30mmF3.5 R WR
Lens configuration13 elements in 10 groups
(includes 2 aspherical, 2 ED elements)
Focal lengthf=30mm (24mm in 35mm format equivalent)
Angle of view84.7°
Max. apertureF3.5
Min. apertureF32
Aperture controlNumber of blades: 9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Step size: 1/3EV (20 steps)
Minimum Object Distance32cm
Max. magnification0.15x
External dimensions : Diameter x Length*1 (approx.)ø84mm×99.4mm
Weight*2 (approx.)510g
Filter sizeø58mm

Videos

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New Release of Fujinon lens GF30mmF3.5 R WR


New Release of Fujinon lens GF30mmF3.5 R WR
Fujinon GF30mm f/3.5 R WR:
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Interchangeable lens for “GFX series” with ultra-high resolution for 100 million pixels
New compact single-focus wide-angle lens that achieves overwhelming descriptive power is now available!

Expand the enjoyment of shooting with a mirrorless digital camera with the lineup of 12 GF lenses

June 30, 2020
FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) is a single-focus wide-angle lens as a lineup of interchangeable lens “GF lens” for mirrorless digital camera “GFX series” equipped with large format sensor *1 which is 1.7 times larger than 35mm format. The lens “Fujinon lens GF30mmF3.5 R WR” (hereinafter “GF30mmF3.5 R WR”) will be released in late July 2020.

The “GF30mmF3.5 R WR” is the 12th “GF lens” with an open F value of 3.5 and a focal length of 30mm (35mm equivalent: 24mm equivalent). The overwhelming descriptive power that captures the details of the subject and the excellent portability of the compact design are realized. You can easily carry it around and take super-high-quality photos, making it ideal for snap shots in the city and landscape shots while traveling.

The “GF lens” is the highest-class lens that achieves ultra-high resolution performance and rich gradation reproduction performance through advanced optical design technology cultivated over many years and production technology that processes the lens surface with sub-micron accuracy. is. Among them, in combination with the “FUJIFILM GFX100” (hereinafter “GFX100”) released in June of last year, the performance of the image sensor of 102 million pixels installed in the “GFX100” was brought out to the full. Combined with the color reproduction of, it enables the highest photographic quality in the world.

The “GF30mm F3.5 R WR” released this time is a lens that uses an optical design of 13 elements in 10 groups, including 2 aspherical lenses and 2 ED lenses, and thoroughly suppresses spherical aberration and chromatic aberration, overwhelming Demonstrate the descriptive power. In addition, it has a compact design with a mass of 510g and a total length of 99.4mm, so it is also highly portable. Also, it has a dustproof, dripproof and -10°C low temperature resistant structure. It is also highly reliable as an equipment used by professional photographers, such as being able to take pictures with confidence even in the outdoor environment where light rain and dust fly. In addition, the inner focus method *2 enables high-speed, silent, highly accurate AF. Focus breathing *3 has also been reduced to 0.05%, making it ideal for shooting still images as well as movies.

FUJIFILM has a total lineup of 12 lenses including the “GF30mmF3.5 R WR” and a wide range of accessories to cover a wide range of shooting areas from wide-angle to telephoto, providing the joy of shooting with the “GFX Series”. I will continue.

*1 An image sensor with a diagonal length of 55 mm (horizontal 43.8 mm x vertical 32.9 mm), which is about 1.7 times the area of ​​35 mm size.
*2 A method of moving a relatively small lens in the middle or rear part without moving the front part that is composed of a relatively large lens.
*3 A change in the angle of view that occurs during focusing.

Record

1. Product name, sale, price 

product nameRelease dateSuggested retail price (tax excluded)
“Fujinon lens GF30mmF3.5 R WR”Late July 2020227,000 yen

2. Product features

(1) Overwhelming descriptive powerBy adopting an optical design of 13 elements in 10 groups, including 2 aspherical lenses and 2 ED lenses, spherical aberration and chromatic aberration are thoroughly suppressed. Distortion *4 that is noticeable with a wide-angle lens is also effectively corrected, and the overwhelming depiction power is demonstrated, so it is possible to capture the details of the subject.*4 When an image is formed through a lens, it is a phenomenon that the image is distorted by contracting or expanding in the peripheral area.

(2) Excellent portability due to compact design
A compact design with a maximum diameter of Φ84 mm, a total length of 99.4 mm and a mass of 510 g is realized. You can easily carry around and shoot. The stylish design fits comfortably in your hand, so you can enjoy shooting comfortably.

(3) High toughness performance to withstand various shooting environments
Adopted a dust-proof, drip-proof and -10°C low-temperature resistant structure with 9 seals on the lens barrel. You can shoot with confidence even in an outdoor environment where light rain and dust fly.

(4) High-speed, silent, high-precision AF
By using the inner focus method, high-speed, silent, highly accurate AF is possible. Focus breathing is also reduced to 0.05%, making it ideal for shooting movies.

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Fujinon GF30mm f/3.5 R WR Product Photos Available

Fujifilm Fujinon GF30mm f/3.5 R WR product photos leaked by Nokishita today. It looks like we will get some GFX announcements soon.

  • 13 elements in 10 groups (including 2 aspherical lenses and 2 ED lenses)
  • Minimum: 32 cm
  • Magnification: 0.15x
  • Filter Diameter: 58 mm
  • Size: 84 x 99.4 mm
  • Weight: 510 g
  • Price: $1699.95

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ThePhoBlographer: Fujifilm X100V Review

The Fujifilm X100V started it all for Fujifilm X cameras and it has improved quite a bit since its launch. Above the ThePhoBlographer reviews, it’s latest iteration, and below is a summary of the above points. I have personally always loved this camera and still feel it is one of the best cameras Fujifilm makes today.

Pros

  • Feels good in the hand
  • Focuses quickly but the all wide tracking needs a revamp
  • Beautiful overall
  • I like this new ISO dial
  • So simple to use
  • Image quality is nice so far
  • Built in ND filter option
  • With the right tweaks the autofocus can be very good for street. I recommend tweaking the tracking sensitivity and using a specific spot set to the largest area and in the center. Then AF-C Mode.
  • I’m finding autofocus with the OVF to be faster than with the EVF
  • Touchscreen focusing is wonderful in protests
  • At $1,349, it’s very worth it

Cons

  • Battery life drains too fast
  • Could use a leatherette grip and not this plastic fantastic stuff
  • Exposure compensation dial needs a lock button
  • Touchscreen menu is needed
  • Maybe even a few more Fn buttons
  • Viewfinder diopter adjustment doesn’t lock
  • When you set the camera to viewfinder only for shooting and LCD for playback, the menu system works only in the viewfinder.
  • There are situations where Image Stabilization would really benefit this camera due to the quick “hit and run” style of shooting
  • LCD needs to adapt to lighting automatically
  • Autofocus suffers in very low lighting and in zone setting. You need to use the focus point setting otherwise. This is where Canon and Sony are ahead still.

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