PDR: Fujifilm GFX100II Compared to GFX100S / GFX100 / X2D / Sony a7RV / Canon R3 / Nikon Z9 / X-T5


Photons to Photos published their Fujifilm GFX100II results and of course it comes out on top just like previous GFX100 cameras that all have similar PDR performance. You can see and manipulate the full results here if you are interested.

Camera Model Maximum
PDR
Low Light
ISO
Low Light
EV
FujiFilm GFX 100 II 12.55 11665 11.87
FujiFilm GFX 100S 12.33 10926 11.77
FujiFilm GFX 100 12.30 10413 11.70
Hasselblad X2D-100c 12.32 7077 11.14
Canon EOS R3 11.91 6617 11.05
Sony ILCE-7RM5 11.70 5244 10.71
Nikon Z 9 11.30 4144 10.37
FujiFilm X-T5 10.43 2230 9.48

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MAP Camera March Sales Rankings – Fujifilm X100VI is #1


Map Camera released its sales ranking for March and it shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Fujifilm X100VI came out on top and likely will remain on top for some time to come until all orders are filled thanks to Fujifilm producing a large amount of cameras every month. The Fujifilm X-T5 remains on the charts too and should move up if they can ever get production numbers higher, which we covered in December 2023.

“FUJIFILM X100VI”, released on March 28th, took first place for the first time, beating out the second place and below. This is not surprising since the model was a hot topic even before its release, but…Various rumors were flying around even before the manufacturer’s announcement, and there were many inquiries about the map camera. Although the manufacturer has officially announced that the X100VI will be released, the important release date and pre-order start date are still undecided, making people even more nervous. And then, reservations finally started…but it really went by in a blink of an eye. We quickly reached the planned release number and were unable to accept any more orders. It is not yet determined when orders will be accepted again.

New digital cameras March ranking
First place FUJIFILM X100VI compact digital camera
2nd place Nikon Z f mirrorless single lens camera
3rd place SONY α7RV mirrorless single lens camera
4th FUJIFILM X-T5 mirrorless single lens camera
5th place SONY α7C II mirrorless single lens camera
6th place SONY α7IV mirrorless single lens camera
7th place Nikon Z8 mirrorless single lens camera
8th place Canon EOS R6 Mark II mirrorless single lens camera
9th place OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II mirrorless single lens camera
10th RICOH GR IIIx compact digital camera

For those wondering Map Camera is kind of the B&H Photo of Asia and it represents a large portion of Asian camera sales.

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

Fujifilm X-T5 Black:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-T5 Silver:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-S20:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Fujifilm X-E Owners Group
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Fujifilm X100 Owners Group

via Map Camera

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Fujifilm GFX100II and X-H2S + FT-XH Firmware Updates


Fujifilm GFX100II Firmware Ver.2.10 Download Here

The firmware update Ver.2.10 from Ver.2.00 incorporates the following issues:

Regarding the details of No.2 download the “GFX100 II New Features Guide[Ver.2.10]” from our website.
GFX 100 II New Features Guide: English
* Other languages are in preparation.

AF performance is improved as follows.1)AF tracking start speed gets faster at “Burst” mode under the following conditions.
・SHUTTER AF:OFF
・Operation: “AF-ON” button ON + simultaneous release

2)A firmware bug is fixed that the AF focusing accuracy and distance indicator varied when using a wide-angle lens.

Wi-Fi connection performance is improved, so that the usability for the communication functions becomes more comfortable, such as Frame.io.

A firmware bug is fixed that the area settings in some regions are not automatically updated when connecting the camera to the “FUJIFILM XApp” to synchronize time.

Note:FUJIFILM XApp, Ver.2.0.3, for iOS & Android are now available

A firmware bug is fixed that the preview image freeze when pressing S1 under the following setting conditions.
・SETUP MENU>POWER MANAGEMENT>PERFORMANCE>BOOST>EVF FRAME RATE PRIORITY

Other minor bugs are fixed.

Fujifilm X-H2S Firmware Ver.6.00 Download Here

The firmware update Ver.6.00 from Ver.5.10 incorporates the following issues:

Refer to “X-H2S New Features Guide” and “X-H2S Network and USB Setting” for operating instructions and explanations on the revised items described in the item No.3, No.4, No.5 and No.7 below.
・X-H2S New Features Guide: English
・X-H2S Network and USB Setting: English
* Other languages are in preparation.

Supports camera linkage enhanced in “FUJIFILM XApp” Ver. 2.0.0 or later.

1)The following camera data, such as registration and operation information, are now displayed in the “Equipment” tab with FUJIFILM XApp.
[Camera data to be displayed in the “Equipment” tab in the “FUJIFILM XApp”]
・Number of lifetime shots
・MECHANICAL SHUTTER
・BATTERY AGE
・Number of days since the last sensor cleaning etc.

2)Camera firmware upgrade process becomes easier.

The “FUJIFILM XApp” automatically downloads and transfer the revised firmware to the memory card in the camera in the background, so that you can upgrade the firmware anytime.

Note-1:Background data transfer is performed while the camera and “FUJIFILM XApp” are connected via Wi-Fi.
Note-2:Once the revised firmware is automatically downloaded, the firmware update information is displayed on the LCD, prompting the operator to update to the latest firmware.
Note-3:It will work at next firmware update although the firmware is modified with this version.

AF performance is improved as follows.

1)In Focus Mode AF-C, AF tracking performance has been improved in scenes where the camera tends to lose focus.
・SHUTTER AF:OFF
・Operation: “AF-ON” button ON + simultaneous release

2)A firmware bug is fixed that the AF focusing accuracy and distance indicator varied when using a wide-angle lens.

The following functions related to movie recording is implemented to improve usability at movie shooting.

1)A frame to indicate recording in progress is now displayed on the screen while recording the movie.
・MOVIE SETTING>REC FRAME INDICATOR

2)The start and end sounds are now sounding during movie recording.
・SETUP MENU>SOUND SETTING>REC START/STOP VOLUME

3)“SELF-TIMER” is added to the “MOVIE SETTING”, so that you can set the time from pressing the shutter release button to starting the movie recording.
・MOVIE SETTING>SELF-TIMER

4)“WIDE/TRACKING” function is added for focusing during movie recording. In case that the focus mode is set to AF-C, the camera automatically tracks the subject while touching the screen and in AF-S, the camera automatically selects the subject to focus on.
・AF/MF SETTING>AF MODE>WIDE/TRACKING

”FIRMWARE UPDATE” function is added to the setup menu.

Insert a memory card containing the new firmware into the camera and select [USER SETTING] in the [SET UP] menu to update the firmware.

The current procedure for firmware update can also continue to be used as follows.
・Start the camera while holding down the DISP/BACK button to update the firmware.
・Connect to a smartphone application to update firmware.

“AUTO POWER OFF TEMP.” setting screen is now displayed at initial setup, so that you can set the temperature (STANDARD/HIGH) to automatically turn off the power in case that the camera temperature rises.

Note:After updating to firmware version 6.00, a setup screen will appear.

Wi-Fi connection performance is improved, so that the usability for the communication functions becomes more comfortable, such as Frame.io.

Uploading still images and movies to the Frame.io platform is now available without the “File Transmitter FT-XH”.

A firmware bug is fixed that the exposure of the images taken changes slightly in case that the “INTERVAL TIMER SHOOTING“ is set at the manual mode.

A firmware bug is fixed that the aperture value fluctuates while zooming at “Burst” mode with fixed aperture value.

A firmware bug is fixed that the exposure of the preview image and the recorded image are different from each other when shooting manually with the XF50mmF1.0 R WR, which has a bright aperture F value.

A firmware bug is fixed that the area settings in some regions are not automatically updated when connecting the camera to the “FUJIFILM XApp” to synchronize time.

Note:FUJIFILM XApp, Ver.2.0.3, for iOS & Android are now available

Other minor bugs are fixed.

Fujifilm FT-XH Firmware Ver.2.11 Download Here

The firmware update Ver.2.11 from Ver.2.10 incorporates the following issue:

The functionality related to connection to Frame.io is improved.

Fujifilm GFX100II:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-H2:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm X-H2S:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
FUJIFILM FT-XH File Transmitter Grip
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

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Fujifilm X-E Owners Group
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Viltrox 56mm f/1.7 Reviews – Another Sharp High Quality Reasonably Priced Lens


Viltrox 56mm f/1.7:  Amazon / B&H Photo

Viltrox has released a lot of great autofocus lenses for X mount that often outperform similarly positioned first-party Fujinon glass so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that the Viltrox 56mm f/1.7 continues that tradition. When it comes to sharpness the Viltrox 56mm f/1.7 is impressively sharp even wide open on a 40MP body and it only has some slight pincushion distortion and vignetting that is autocorrected in the camera or your editor. The lens does have one weak point though which is autofocus performance, but that could improve with future firmware updates.

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New Godox Lux Elf


Godox just announced the Godox Lux Elf and it is available for preorder from B&H Photo. The Godox Lux Elf will also pair great with the new Fujifilm X100VI.

  • Simple, Retro-Styled Flash
  • Guide Number: 19.7′ ISO 100
  • Output Power Selection Dial
  • 5 Output Levels: 1/1 to 1/16
  • Up to 400 Flashes on a Full Charge

Compatible with FUJIFILM, Canon, Nikon, Olympus, and Sony cameras, the Lux Elf Camera Flash from Godox is a playfully small light source with basic features. Its retro design will spark joy atop your camera.

  • Vintage-inspired design and a distinct all-white finish
  • Simple dial correlates power levels with the scene you intend to shoot. For example, if you want enough light to cover two people with the flash’s default ISO of 100, the dial lines up 1/4 power.
  • Built-in rechargeable battery offers up to 400 flashes on a full charge and comes with a USB-C to USB-A charging cable.
  • Control features include an Optical Mode that offers S1 and S2 settings. In S1 the flash will fire in response to another manual or TTL flash, while in S2 the Retro Flash will respond similarly, but ignore the initial flash.
  • The unit also features a sync hole for connecting an optional sync cable
  • Storage bagis included

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

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Sirui 75mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic 50% Off


If you are into the cinematic look then the current Sirui 75mm f/1.8 1.33x Anamorphic discount at B&H Photo should not be missed.

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