Markus Klinko’s Fujifilm GFX 50S Rig and Bowie Unseen Australian Gallery Opening

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 20, 2017


Fellow Fujifilm GFX 50S shooter Markus Klinko sent me some photos of his new GFX rig along with his Bowie Unseen announcement, which is opening in Australia. FujiAddict covered the Miami opening and it was a great exhibit that is not to be missed. The event is sponsored by Fujifilm and the prints are spectacularly sharp. I hope he does a similar shows in the future utilizing some of his GFX work.

I am sure Markus is producing some interesting work with the Elinchrom ELB 400. He says the Quadra Action head that he’s utilizing only weighs 10oz and is extremely powerful, while being lighter than most basic on camera flashes. He is also utilizing a variety of accessories from hard + spotted with grid to super soft with the Portalite 56.

If you’re into GFX gear then join our Fujifilm GFX Owners Group which is growing rapidly. We also have a Fujifilm GFX Page for GFX news on Facebook in addition to Fujiaddict on Facebook and Twitter.

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RoboSHOOTplus version 2.1 Released!

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 20, 2017



RoboSHOOTplus version 2.1 Released!
We are pleased announce version 2.1 of RoboSHOOTplus. It is available NOW for MX-20 and MX-15 upgrades! This version adds Studio Strobe and additional flash support, High performance with CH/CL manual mode, In-Camera Control improvements, and more. Also, by virtue of expanded Nikon speedlight compatibility, this release enables Nikon support even on the lower cost ‘X-15 units. As a result, the MX-20 and MX-15 make great companions, since, with that combination you can upgrade both over-the-air!

The most important new features include:

  • Studio Strobe Support with AutoFP/HSS
    • Profoto AirTTL-N – AutoFP/HSS with both TTL and Manual control depending on head unit.
    • Godox X1N – AutoFP/HSS with both TTL and Manual control.
    • Flashpoint R2N – AutoFP/HSS with both TTL and Manual control
    • Phottix Odin II – AutoFP/HSS with Manual control
    • Quantum CoPilot – TTL and Manual
    • Studio Strobes controllers are supported on the MX unit (On-Camera) only.
      • The Strobe Controller defaults to group D (configurable). Power can be adjusted on the controller or to adjust power in-camera it can be set to Group A, B, or C.
      • When using Manual Control setting power in the Strobe Controller is recommended for best results and highest FPS performance.
      • Strobe Controller Groups can be used to adjust multiple strobes at the camera, independently.
      • Supports In-Camera Flash Exposure Compensation and other functions.
      • RX units may be used for speedlights in combination with Studio Strobes.
      • Please be sure to use the latest firmware for your strobes and controllers.
  • Expanded Speedlight Support
    • Nikon SB-800, SB-5000
    • Godox V860ii-N, AD360ii-N
    • See compatibility tables for more – many additional speedlights will function beyond what is listed in these tables.
  • Nikon Support on all unit types.
    • ‘X-15 units manufactured after March 2016 supported (and some earlier).
  • High Performance CH/CL in excess of 8FPS
    • Higher performance requires Manual Exposure to suppress preflashes
    • Results depend on flash power / recycle times, flash may weaken or not fire if insufficient charge to keep up.
  • In-Camera Control Improvements
    • Improved Manual Power Control
    • Improved Shutter Mash support
  • Enhancements
    • Improved EF-X500 detection
    • On-Camera flash manual power setting issue fixed
    • RX Group indication even with flash not present

Like all updates version 2.1 is available at no cost for self-installation. We also offer an upgrade service for an upgrade service fee of $20 plus shipping.

To get the upgrade follow the usual Upgrade Procedure. If upgrading from 1.x (RoboSHOOT, not RoboSHOOTplus) first obtain the new App.

B&H Photo
RoboSHOOT MX-20/RX-20 bundle
RoboSHOOT MX-15/RX-20 bundle
RoboSHOOT MX-15/RX-15 bundle
RoboShoot RX-20
RoboShoot RX-15

Amazon
RoboSHOOT MX-20/RX-20 bundle
RoboSHOOT MX-15/RX-20 bundle
RoboSHOOT MX-15/RX-15 bundle
RoboShoot RX-20
RoboShoot RX-15

Adorama
RoboSHOOT MX-20/RX-20 bundle
RoboSHOOT MX-15/RX-20 bundle
RoboSHOOT MX-15/RX-15 bundle
RoboShoot RX-20
RoboShoot RX-15

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Lewis Does Landscapes And Additional Fujinon GF 110mm F 2 R LM WR/GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR Launch Coverage

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 20, 2017

Lewis Von John and two other photographers shoot landscapes with the Fujifilm GFX 50S, Fujifilm X-T2, Canon 1DX and Canon 7D. In the above video Lewis explains how to use a sekonic light meter and there is a pretty clear comparison of how these different cameras render a similar scene. The Lake District Wrynose Pass, Waswater and Ullswater, where this video was shot look like an excellent place to shoot landscapes and I would love to visit it someday.

Fujifilm also realeased more Fujinon GF 110mm F 2 R LM WR and GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR videos on their global channel. With how difficult it can be to demonstrate the advantages of medium format on the web you think Fujifilm might focus a little less on video for GFX product launches.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4-OFjrjNE0

Fujinon GF 110mm F 2 R LM WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR: B&H Photo  / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm GFX 50S: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm X-T2: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm Instax Square: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm View Camera Adapter G B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sekonic l-758DR B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
X-Rite ColorChecker B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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FujiAddict Live Blog Wrap-up

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 19, 2017


I have been awake for almost 48-hours and live blogging for almost 24-hours. Now that things have slowed to a crawl and I have had time to read and watch everything I think it’s time for a wrap-up.

  • The Fujifilm GFX lens release schedule isn’t as aggressive as rumored, but it’s promising.
  • The GFX has a Telephoto Prime coming in 2018 along with a teleconverter and the GF 45mm f2.8 R WR is coming before the end of 2017.
  • Firmware 1.10 for the GFX is coming this Spring. It adds computer tethering via Wi-Fi and improved operability in exposure compensation and autofocus performance in difficult scenes.
  • Instax SQ10 is the only Instax Square camera at this time and ship May 8th for $279.95 and film will costs $16.99.
  • Instax SQ10 can store 1920×1920 JPG + CSV files (taken with a 1/4 sensor) on a microSD card or 50 internally for printing later and uses a Li-ion battery that lasts for 160 shots.
  • Instax SQ10 has filters in the camera that you can apply to your images before printing.
  • The FUJINON LENS GF23mmF4 R LM WR weighs 845g and has a filter size of 82mm.
  • While the videos show a lot of examples of how the GF 23mm f4 R LM WR can be use there aren’t many samples from this lens yet.
  • The FUJINON LENS GF110mmF2 R LM WR weighs 1,010g and has a filter size of 77mm.
  • The GF 110 f2 R LM WR was the most covered lens with many samples to be examined. The GF 110 seems to render skin tones in a more forgiving way than the Fujinon GF 120 f4 R LM OIS WR Macro, but some reviews said they would want to own both.
  • You can compare the sizes of the new lenses already.
  • A new eye cup (EC-GFX) will be sold for the GFX that will better block out light.
  • The View Camera Adapter for the GFX will begin shipping in June.

Fujinon GF 110mm F 2 R LM WR Reviews/First Looks/Hands-on
Official Press Release/Product Page +Sample Images/Owners Manual
prophotonut – Fujifilm GF 110mm f/2 lens review with 16 high res samples by Damine Lovegrove
ivanjoshualoh – GF110mm F2 : Worth in Gold
jonasraskphotography – Icelandic inclusion – The Fujinon GF 23mm f/4 Review

Fujinon GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR Reviews/First Looks/Hands-on
Official Press Release/Product Page + Sample Images/Owners Manual
jonasraskphotography – The Separator – The Fujinon GF 110mm f/2 review

Mixed
williamchua – GF 110mm F2 and GF 23mm F4 ( IMAGES TO SHARE)

Instax SQ10
Official Press Release/Product Page + Gallery/Official Site
DPReview – Announcement
Techradar – Fujifilm unveils hybrid INSTAX SQUARE SQ10 camera
Fujifilm – Announcement

You can find a complete list of videos and everything else in our very lengthy live stream here. There may be a few more updates today and if there are I will update the live blog and this post. Hopefully we will hear more in the coming days.

Fujinon GF 110mm F 2 R LM WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR: B&H Photo  / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm GFX 50S: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm Instax Square: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm View Camera Adapter G B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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FujiAddict Fujifilm Announcement Live Blog: Updated 1:36 PM

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 19, 2017


It has begun! ephotozine is dropping the first details, with an official roadmap and lens announcement.

NEWS
PRE ORDERS ARE NOW LIVE!
Fujinon GF 110mm F 2 R LM WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR: B&H Photo  / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm Instax Square: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama (only Amazon at this time)

1:36 PM Adorama links are now live

11:37 AM New GF 110mm Video added

10:52 AM Moved Camera Size Comparisons to its own post to reduce the live stream.

10:28 AM 2nd Camera Size Comparison

10:05 AM Camera Size Comparison

8:30 AM williamchua – GF 110mm F2 and GF 23mm F4

6:55 AM Cleaning up some after 65 updates

6:15 AM Instax SQ10 Amazon Link Live

4:35 AM Found a new GF110 video from the India shoot… pretty amazing lens and both GF110 and GF23 Amazon links are live now.

4:00 AM added a few things to the SQ10. While reading over the 110mm reviews I noticed that you can see Damine Lovegrove at 100% in this image.

2:50 AM Just finished reading the only 23mm review released so far and man what a shame more photographers didn’t review this lens yet. The review is full of amazing images, but I would have loved to have seen more styles and variety. Fujifilm needs to find more people to do wide angle reviews. I cant wait to get my GF 23mm for Astrophotography. It sounds like it’s a superb example of a rectilinear lens, but I wish it were a little faster.

2:20 AM update: It looks like things are slowing down. Either Fujifilm limited the amount of samples distributed for review or reviews didn’t rush to post. Either way I will be here waiting for updates the moment they drop so you don’t have to go look for them anywhere else.

Firmware 1.10 for the Fujifilm GFX will be released with the new lenses.

“Fujifilm will release a free firmware update for the FUJIFILM GFX 50S later this spring, adding new functionality and improving operability. New functions include computer tethering via Wi-Fi and improved operability in exposure compensation and autofocus performance in difficult scenes.” – Fujifilm

Fujinon GF 110mm F 2 R LM WR Reviews/First Looks/Hands-on
Official Press Release/Product Page +Sample Images/Owners Manual
prophotonut – Fujifilm GF 110mm f/2 lens review with 16 high res samples by Damine Lovegrove
ivanjoshualoh – GF110mm F2 : Worth in Gold
jonasraskphotography – Icelandic inclusion – The Fujinon GF 23mm f/4 Review

Fujinon GF 23mm F 4 R LM WRReviews/First Looks/Hands-on
Official Press Release/Product Page + Sample Images/Owners Manual
jonasraskphotography – The Separator – The Fujinon GF 110mm f/2 review

Mixed
williamchua – GF 110mm F2 and GF 23mm F4 ( IMAGES TO SHARE)

Instax Square
Official Press Release/Product Page + Gallery/Official Site
DPReview – Announcement
Techradar – Fujifilm unveils hybrid INSTAX SQUARE SQ10 camera
Fujifilm – Announcement

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOc6Tci3ktQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6DmV0g-MAI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CU3z4H3ae3M

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iB1ubBM5uz0

Videos Mixed

Read More »

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How Big Are The New Fujinon GF 23mm and GF 110mm

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 19, 2017

Fujinon GF 23mm vs Fujinon GF 63mm

Fujinon GF 110mm vs GF 120mm

Camera size comparison listed the new Fujinon GF 23mm and Fujinon GF 110mm. Below are the specs:

FUJINON LENS GF23mmF4 R LM WR
Lens construction: 15 elements 12 groups (includes 2 aspherical ,1 Super ED , 3ED elements）
Focal length (35mm format equivalent) f=23mm　(18mm)
Max. aperture F4
Min. aperture F32
Focus range 38cm～∞
Max. magnification 0.09x
External dimensions: Diameter x Length (approx.)（distance from camera lens mount flange）Φ89.8mm x 103.0mm
Weight (approx.) (excluding caps, hoods ）845g
Filter size Φ82mm

FUJINON LENS GF110mmF2 R LM WR
Lens construction: 14 elements 9 groups (includes 4 ED elements）
Focal length (35mm format equivalent) f=110mm　(87mm)
Max. aperture F2
Min. aperture F22
Focus range 0.9m～∞
Max. magnification 0.16x
External dimensions: Diameter x Length (approx. distance from camera lens mount flange) Φ94.3mm x 125.5mm
Weight (approx.) (excluding caps, hoods ）1,010g
Filter size Φ77mm

Fujinon GF 110mm F 2 R LM WR: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon GF 23mm F 4 R LM WR: B&H Photo  / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm Instax Square: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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