Regarding the Malfunction of the FUJIFILM X-T2 and Fujifilm GFX, X-Pro2 and X-H1 Firmware Postponed

By Louis Ferreira | Published: May 17, 2018


Regarding the Malfunction of the FUJIFILM X-T2
May 17, 2018

To all loyal Fujifilm X Series customers and photographers,

It has been brought to our attention that there are a few issues with the recently released X-T2 ver 4.00 firmware update. We have therefore taken the difficult decision to remove the update from the website until we are confident that all the issues have been completely fixed.

We deeply apologize for any inconvenience and disappointment this has caused.

Sincerely yours,

Toshi Iida
General Manager
Optical Device and Electronic Imaging Products Division
Fujifilm Corporation, Tokyo, JAPAN

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Fujifilm Rolls Back Firmware 4.00 Feature From The Fujifilm X-T2 With 4.01 to Fix Bugs

By Louis Ferreira | Published: May 17, 2018

Download Firmware 4.01 Here

<Notice>
We have discovered malfunctions in the firmware ver.4.00 released on May 8 2018. Therefore, we withdrew the firmware ver.4.00.

<Details of the Problem>

  • 1.When RAW files, which were taken by X-T2 (before firmware ver.4.00), are converted in camera (ver.4.00) or by “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO”, they are not converted properly.
  • 2.When pressing the shutter button halfway under certain conditions, the live view can flicker.
  • 3.In rare cases, a hang-up can occur.

We will inform you later of the detail of fixed firmware for the malfunctions. As a temporary solution for customers who have upgraded the firmware to ver.4.00, we have prepared a new firmware version of 4.01 whose functions are same as the ver.3.00. Please update your camera to ver.4.01 to avoid the malfunctions.

*Ver.4.01 doesn’t include the additional functions of ver.4.00.

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Fringer EF/FX Firmware (v1.80) Released and EF-FX Pro Pre-order Open Again

By Louis Ferreira | Published: May 16, 2018


Fringer updated their adapter again to version 1.80 and opened orders. This batch would be shipped on May 25. You can place orders through the webstore.

Version 1.80 (2018/5/16): EFFX180P.BIN (120,128 bytes, for Pro) EFFX180S.BIN (119,792 bytes, for Std.) Release notes

2018/5/16
Version 1.80

  1. Re-optimized EF-S 24/2.8 STM to improve its PDAF accuracy
  2. Added following lenses to the tested and optimized lens list:
    1. EF 300/4L IS
    2. EF 300/4L IS + 1.4X
    3. EF-S 17-85/4-5.6 IS
    4. TAMRON SP35/1.8 Di VC F012
  3. Begin with v1.80, you may check adapter’s firmware version through Fujifilm’s method, i.e. press and hold “Disp” button and then power on the camera.
  4. IS working modes changed for the following lenses to fix the unstable IS issue. Their IS function will always be activated as long as IS switch is on.
    1. EF 100-400/4-5.6L IS
    2. SIGMA 100-400/5-6.3 C

Fringer EF-FX Pro is open for pre-order again. This batch would be shipped on May 25. Please go to the web store to place your order.

via FringerDev

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Instax SQ6, Instax Square Monochrome Coming, Reviews and Launch Event

By Louis Ferreira | Published: May 15, 2018


DC.Watch recently attended the Fujifilm SQ6 launch event and they came away with an interesting bit of information.

“Although the monochrome film in square format is not released yet, it is said that it is considering selling.”

Further Instax sales continue to grow strongly.

“In addition, 10% of the sales of the instax series is domestic and the remaining 90% is overseas. The domestic market is solid, but sales are growing steadily in regions such as Europe, the US, Southeast Asia and China.”

You can read about DC.Watch’s full experience at the launch event here and other Instax SQ6 impressions below.

keithwee – The SQuare is Mighty. Review of the Fujifilm Instax SQ6 with many samples!

ivanjoshualoh – SQ6 : Beautifully Square

Instax SQ6: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Square Black Instant Film: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Fujifilm 24 Exposure Superia and Fujicolor Rolls Replaced With 36 Exposures

By Louis Ferreira | Published: May 15, 2018


The Phoblographer is reporting that Fujifilm is replacing their 24 exposure Superia and Fujicolor film rolls with 36 exposures.

“Fujifilm sent notice out today to retailers that they’re discontinuing their 24 exposure rolls and replacing them with 36 exposure rolls. This notice is specifically about their ISO 200, 400 and 800 rolls of film.”

Fujifilm has scaled back their film production by discontinuing multiple offerings and reducing their option for film. Here are just a few of the announcements that have been made previously 1, 2, 3, 4.

via Phoblographer

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Fujifilm Launches New FUJIFILM X/GFX USA Website and Mobile App

By Louis Ferreira | Published: May 15, 2018


Offering Exciting News, Local Events, Inspirational Photography, Tutorials, and Regular Sweepstakes for FUJIFILM Digital Camera Users in the United States

Valhalla, N.Y., May 15, 2018 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced the launch of its new website and mobile app for FUJIFILM digital camera users in the United States. The newly designed website brings together the latest FUJIFILM X Series and GFX system news, information about upcoming photography events, and inspiring features to help FUJIFILM photographers stay up to date and creatively energized.

Recent articles include a photographic trip to Antarctica with Dan Westergren and his FUJIFILM GFX 50S, a gallery of images shot by professional photographers using the new FUJIFILM X-H1 camera, and detailed rundowns of the exciting new features being added to FUJIFILM cameras via firmware updates.

Created by FUJIFILM North America Corporation, FUJIFILMXGFX.com brings together the finest photography, latest news, and essential techniques. It also helps visitors to find information on their nearest Authorized GFX system and X Series Dealers, including X Series Premier Dealers, making it the ultimate website experience for Fujifilm photographers. Read More »

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