Fujinon XF16-80mm F4 R OIS WR Post Launch Roundup

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 18, 2019

Some are very excited about the Fujinon XF16-80mm F4 R OIS WR, while others would like faster aperture zooms with stabilization, but the overall impression of the new XF16-80mm by those that have used one have been overwhelmingly very positive. I hope this becomes Fujifilm’s go-to zoom kit lens soon because the weather sealing will be welcome since many of Fujifilm’s cameras now have some amount of sealing.

There are some conflicting reports about how much correction is done in-camera via software with this lens, but most zooms like it have software correction today to keep their size down. I think the confusion is coming from some RAW software auto-correcting distortion, while others do now. There is also some edge softness, but this should be fine for most applications. Also, the center is very sharp and bokeh is pleasing for most.

Fujinon XF16-80mm F4 R OIS WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Firmware 1.01

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ON1 2020 With Improved Processing of Fujifilm Raw Files

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 17, 2019


ON1 2020 is available today with improvements just for Fujifilm Photographers.

ON1 Photo RAW 2020 – Photography Your Way – Now Available.
New AI Features, New Filters, SmugMug Sharing, X-Rite Integration, Improved Processing on Fujifilm Raw Files, and Much More! Part of the all-new ON1 ecosystem for photographers.

Portland, OR – October 17, 2019 — Today, ON1 Inc. announces the availability of the new ON1 Photo RAW 2020. This new version is the first release in a new line of creative products announced back in August. This professional-grade photo organizer, raw processor, layered editor, and effects app, is available today as an all-in-one photo workflow solution.

Photography Your Way, The ON1 Difference.
ON1 gives you control of your photography and what matters to you – it’s Photography Your Way. ON1 is an open system giving you control over photo organization, storage, editing, creative style, and how you purchase. While most mainstream software solutions restrict your organization and editing in closed systems, ON1 gives you an open system for complete control over your storage, organization, editing, and method of purchase. ON1 will also never be a subscription-only model.

“Customers will immediately notice the speed and quality improvements we’ve made under-the-hood. A lot of great feedback came in from our beta users, and we were able to deliver on their requests in this version,” says Craig Keudell, President and CEO. Read More »

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Fujinon XF16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR Firmware 1.01

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 17, 2019

Detail of the update
The firmware update Ver.1.01 from Ver.1.00 incorporates the following issue:

  1. Fix of slight defects.

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Fujinon XF16-80mm F4 R OIS WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Fujinon XF200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR: Review Roundup

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 16, 2019

The Fujinon XF200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR is a dream lens for many with magic creamy bokeh, but it is at a price point that many can’t justify. While praise is almost universal among reviewers there are some that are speculating about it being designed for a future high-speed camera, because the lens is beyond cameras like the Fujifilm X-T3.

I hope I have the opportunity to try the Fujinon XF200mm f/2 R LM OIS WR in the future, but I might wait for a space shuttle launch to borrow one. Now that I know a little more about what to expect while shooting a shuttle launch I should be able to get some more impressive results. These kinds of lenses are great to have access too, but many will rent them instead of own unless they regularly shoot sports/wildlife.

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Fujinon XF 200mm f/2 OIS WR w XF 1.4x TC F2 WR:
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Rumiere Noct-Master APO 75mm f/0.95 Coming to GFX?

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 15, 2019


The Rumiere Noct-Master APO 75mm f/0.95 was spotted over at SonyAddict a while ago, but now there are reports on Weibo that it will be coming to Fujifilm GFX. This would certainly be interesting since focusing a 0.95 lens can already be quite challenging on a full-frame camera. The Rumiere Noct-Master APO 75mm f/0.95 is expected to cost $4,000 at launch.

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Luminar 4 Launches November 18, 2019

By Louis Ferreira | Published: October 15, 2019


1. Luminar 4 + Signature Looks bundle for US$69 instead of US$138
2. Luminar 4 + Signature Looks + Luminar 3 bundle for US$99 instead of US$207

Image editing made extraordinarily fast through AI advancements in Luminar
Flagship software to bring innovative machine-learning tools and workflow to photographers as both a standalone application and plugin.

BELLEVUE, WA – October 15, 2019 — Skylum is pleased to announce additional enhancements coming to Luminar 4 to be shipped on November 18, 2019. The release intends to change the way photographers approach photo editing, offering several tools informed by extensive machine-learning and a new streamlined  interface to make photo editing more accessible than ever before.

Luminar 4 isn’t just another photo editor — it brings time-saving, creative photo processing to everyone in an easy-to-use approach. Skylum wants people to enjoy not only the  taking of photos, but also the processing images which is typically where many photographers have the most frustration. With Luminar 4, anyone can create a masterpiece.

With a refreshed interface and workflow, Luminar 4 shifts from being a tool-based approach to one that is purpose-based. It shortens the learning process, helping any photographer experiment  creatively and expand their vision. While the software incorporates complex tools, they’re completely customizable and easy to use, whether you’re a beginner or seasoned professional.

For example, in Luminar 4, photographers will experience the power of AI Sky Replacement — the first automated sky replacement tool in the market. AI Structure provides photographers with a tool to adjust fine details in their photographs, without destroying relevant subjects. Finally, tools like AI Skin Enhancer and Portrait Enhancer will take an everyday portrait and turn it into a masterpiece! Read More »

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