Fujifilm GFX 50S Firmware 3.00 Features

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 9, 2018

New firmware update extends functionality of mirrorless medium format camera FUJIFILM GFX 50S
Kleve, February 15, 2018.
FUJIFILM announces a free update for the mirrorless medium format camera FUJIFILM GFX 50S. With the new firmware Ver. 3.00 receives the professional model several new features such as “Focus Bracketing” and “Small screen mode selection”. In addition, the camera after the update on the “H MOUNT ADAPTER G “compatible with other accessories. FUJIFILM reacts with the Update on suggestions and suggestions from professional GFX users using this Functions had particularly demanded. The firmware update will be available at the end of February 2018.

Firmware version:
FUJIFILM GFX 50S (Ver. 3.00)

  1. Focus bracketing
    With the update, the automatic recording of image series (up to 999 images) with different focus settings is possible. After each triggering, the camera independently shifts the focus plane by the previously set step value (1-10).
  2. Small picture format mode (meaning Full Frame Format)
    In the new 35mm format mode, the active sensor area is limited to a 36.0mm x 24.0mm (30.5 megapixel) area in the center of the image. As a result, interchangeable lenses whose image circle corresponds to the 35 mm format can be used even more conveniently. If desired, one of the function keys (Fn) of the GFX 50S can be assigned this function.
  3. Compatibility with H MOUNT ADAPTER G
    The new firmware also extends the compatibility of the H MOUNT ADAPTER G with additional lenses and other accessories. A list of compatible products is available on the Internet at:
    http://www.fujifilm.com/support/digital_cameras/compatibility/mountadapter/

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Fujifilm GFX 50S: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

 

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Fujifilm X-T20 Firmware 2.00 Features

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 9, 2018


New firmware update extends functionality of mirrorless system camera FUJIFILM X-T20
Kleve, February 15, 2018.
FUJIFILM announces a firmware update for the mirrorless System camera FUJIFILM X-T20. The free update extends the Range of functions and improves the operation of the camera. With the new firmware, the X-T20 is compatible with the RAW conversion software “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO”. This allows the RAW data directly in camera when connected to a computer via a USB cable. is bound. The update also provides photographers with advanced flash features in the Radio remote control of compatible studio flash units from other manufacturers. About that It also introduces a new algorithm for improved AF-C tracking. The firmware update for the X-T20 will be available in early April 2018.

Firmware version:
FUJIFILM X-T20 (Ver. 2.00)

  1. Improved AF tracking
    With the newly developed scene recognition algorithm, the camera can track even smaller moving objects twice as fast as with the previous firmware version.
  2. Improved touchscreen operation
    With the update, the X-T20 receives many of the touchscreen features already familiar from the FUJIFILM X-E3:
    1. Enlarge display: When you double-tap, the picture is magnified and centered on the focus point.
    2. Focus range selection: The user can move the focus point even when magnified.
    3. Zoom in / out: If you split or contract two fingers on the display, you can now also change the thumbnail (9 pictures / 100 pictures).
    4. Select an image from the thumbnail view by tapping or dragging the image, or double-tap to full view.
    5. Function Selection via Quick Menu (Q)
    6. On-screen keyboard *
    * Except for some functions.
  3. Compatible with “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO”
    With the FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO software, RAW data can be converted using the on-board X-Processor Pro when the camera is connected to the computer via a USB cable. Fast batch processing of several recordings in quick succession is also possible. “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” is available as a free download on the FUJIFILM website.
  4. User-defined operation of the FUJINON XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ
    After updating the firmware, the operation of the new zoom lens FUJINON XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ can be configured as follows:
    1. Occupy focus ring with zoom function
    2. Maintaining the zoom position during time-lapse recording
    3. Maintaining the zoom position in playback mode (faster Readiness to reactivate the recording mode)
  5. More flash functions for radio remote control of studio flash units
    With the update, the high-speed flash synchronization and the TTL flash exposure mode can now also be used with radio remote control of compatible studio flash units from other manufacturers.
  6. Display RGB histogram and overexposure warning
    A function key can be used to fade in the RGB histogram as well as to activate the overexposure warning (blinking of overexposed areas).
  7. Enlarged and custom viewfinder display
    With the firmware update, the information displayed in the viewfinder and on the display can be enlarged. The position of the display can now also be selected by the user.

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Fujifilm X-T20: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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First Fujifilm X-H1 Photos/Specs/Press Release Leak Before Feb. 15th Announcement

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 9, 2018


Looks like our Fujifilm X-H1 information was spot on and before anyone else as usual as Nokishita confirmed today with their leaked images, press release and spec sheet in German.

Our Fujifilm X-T3, GFX 50R and GFX 100S information should be equally accurate. You can read more about our timeline here.

X-H1
•Press release (German)
•Spec sheets (German)
• Overseas price: body $ 1899/1899 euro, VBP-XH 1 kit $ 2199/2199 euros
• Overseas release date: March 2018
• Press release to be announced on 15th: MKX lens , GFX update , X-T20 update

Preorder Links
X-H1 Camera: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
X-H1 Body with Battery Grip Kit: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
VPB-XH1 Vertical Power Booster Grip: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
EC-XH Wide Eyecup: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
MK18-55mm T2.9: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
MK50-135mm T2.9: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Be sure to join us for our live blog on February 15th.

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Fujifilm X-A5 and X-A20 Owner’s Manuals Available and Shipping Update

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 9, 2018

The Fujifilm X-A5 is shipping from  B&H Photo, Amazon, and Adorama at this time and already almost completely out of stock at some retailers. If you’re interested in the Fujinon XC 15-45 grabbing an X-A5 is honestly the better option than waiting until March for the XC 15-45, because you get a pretty good body for $200 more. Just remember XC lenses are a step below XF lenses so if you do not have high expectations for this lens beyond functionality than you should be pleasantly surprised by its performance.

  • X-A5 Owner’s Manual: HTML / PDF
  • X-A20 Owner’s Manual: HTML / PDF

Fujifilm X-A5: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm X-A20: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon XC 15-45: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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The Fujifilm X-E3 is Incredible

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 8, 2018

Ted Forbes is now a proud Fujifilm X-E3 owner after demoing the X-T2 and X-Pro2 last year. His path to Fujifilm is an interesting one that I have followed as a regular viewer of his channel and I’m kind of surprised he didn’t go Fujifilm X-Pro2 since he wants to use his new camera primarily for street/candid photos. Ted’s title the that Fujifilm X-E3 is incredible isn’t an exaggeration though because there aren’t any cameras currently on the market that can compete with it for the price.

I have no doubt Ted will get hooked and become a FujiAddict yet considering his logic. He started paying attention to Fujifilm because of the ergonomics and attention given to the user experience and design. This, of course, led to him falling for Fujifilm’s amazing lenses and unique X-Trans sensor, which most Fujifilm photographers love.

Things Ted Liked

  1. Great glass
  2. Very Customizable
  3. Under $1,000
  4. No frills X-Pro2
  5. Slightly better AF than X-Pro2
  6. Small/Compact/Easy to carry around
  7. Very Accurate AF
  8. Lots of buttons
  9. Aperture Ring
  10. X-Trans amazing and get a ton of resolution even for an APS-C size sensor
  11. T on shutter dial that lets you expose for multiple minutes with a preview
  12. Electronic Shutter can be assigned to a button
  13. Fujifilm provides different designs for different photographers instead of just protecting their top of the line cameras

Dislikes

  1. Swipe modes
  2. Needs the optional grip

There is a lot to like about Fujifilm cameras and new X Photographers like Ted will like their cameras all whole lot more when they get that new camera feel a second or even third-time thanks to Fujifilm’s great firmware updates.

Comparisons courtesy of camerasize.com

Fujifilm X-E3: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm MHG-XE3 Metal Hand Grip: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon XF 80mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

 

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RAW FILE CONVERTER EX 2.0 powered by SILKYPIX update Version 4.2.11.1 Adds Fujifilm X-A5 and X-A20 Support

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 8, 2018


Fujifilm added support for the Fujifilm X-A5 and Fujifilm X-A20 to RAW File Converter EX 2.0 Version 4.2.11.1.

The software update Ver.4.2.11.1 incorporates the following issue:

  • 1.Applicable models for the “RAW FILE CONVERTER EX 2.0 powered by SILKYPIX” are added.
    Applicable Models: FUJIFILM X-A5 / X-A20

You can download the Windows version here and the OSX version here.

Fujifilm X-A5: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon XC 15-45: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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