“But wait, there’s one more thing”: Fujifilm is teasing two new cameras for next year

By PR admin | Published: October 14, 2024


During today’s Fujifilm X Summit 2024, Yuji Igarashi (General Manager of Fujifilm Electronic Imaging Division) attempted the famous Steve Jobs “one more thing” bit, but he did not reveal anything new – he just informed us that Fujifilm has two more new cameras coming:

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New camera and lenses announced at the 2024 Fujifilm X Summit

By PR admin | Published: October 14, 2024






Most of the information on the new Fujifilm products has already leaked. Here is some additional coverage, including pre-order links:

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More pictures of the upcoming Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro series full-frame lens

By PR admin | Published: October 13, 2024

Here are a few more pictures of the upcoming Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro series full-frame lens (check the official Meike website for updates, Meike lenses are also sold at Adorama, Amazon, and B&H):

  • Weight: 365g
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.55m
  • Filter size: 58mm
  • New Pro line of lenses
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The latest Insta360 Ace Pro 2 camera leaks

By PR admin | Published: October 13, 2024


      
Here are the latest Insta360 Ace Pro 2 camera leaks (1/1.3-inch sensor, extended dynamic range, AI chip):

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The upcoming DJI Air 3S drone is expected to come with a new DJI RCTrack device

By PR admin | Published: October 13, 2024



The rumored DJI Air 3S drone is expected to come with a new DJI RCTrack that can follow a moving vehicle or cyclist above 50km/h. The new DJI RCTrack is also expected to be compatible with the Mini4Pro drone in the future. Here are some leaked pictures of the new device:

The DJI Air3S drone is rumored to come with a 1″ CMOS sensor at 24mm and a 1/1.3″ at 70mm. ISO ratings have also improved from 6,000 to 12,800 (see the leaked specifications at the bottom of this post). The DJI Air3S drone is also rumored to have LiDAR on the front for improved safety. There is a new teaser for a potential October 15 announcement:

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Several new Chinese lenses will be announced next week, last chance to get the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5

By PR admin | Published: October 13, 2024



 
Several new Chinese lenses will be announced next week:

 
Also – the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 FE “Chip” ultra-thin pancake lens funding campaign on Indiegogo is ending tomorrow:

Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 FE “Chip” ultra-thin pancake lens now available (almost sold out)

Updates on the latest Kickstarter+Indiegogo photography projects

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Here are the prices of the upcoming Fujifilm cameras and lenses

By PR admin | Published: October 13, 2024

Here are the European prices of the upcoming Fujifilm cameras and lenses:

The official announcement is coming on October 14th:

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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: October 13, 2024

The Nikon one-week instant savings are ending tomorrow ($500 off Z8, $200 off Plena)

Blackmagic Update For Fujifilm X-M5

FUJIFILM Camera Remote iOS18 Bug Found

Leica digest #162

Leica Picture of the Year 2024

Leica Hall of Fame Award 2024

Sony FX3 Firmware 6.00 Was Also Pulled and Rereleased

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Sigma interviews: the future of the Sigma fp, medium format lenses for the Fuji GF system, and more

By PR admin | Published: October 12, 2024


Sigma interviews – the future of the Sigma fp, medium format lenses for the Fuji GF system, and more:

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Major leak of all upcoming Fujifilm products: XF 16-55mm, XF 500mm, and X-M5

By PR admin | Published: October 12, 2024

Fujinon XF16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II

  • Approximately 37% reduction in weight
  • Optimized lens configuration for superior image quality
  • Introduction of the “Aperture Click Switch” for seamless video recording
  • 11 groups, 16 elements
  • 4 aspherical lenses
  • 1 Super ED lens
  • 3 ED lenses
  • See the full details here

Fujinon XF 500mm F5.6 R LM OIS WR

SpecificationDetails
Lens configuration21 elements in 14 groups (includes 5 ED and 2 super ED elements)
Focal length (35mm format equivalent)f=500mm (762mm)
Angle of view3.3°
Max. apertureF5.6
Min. apertureF22
Aperture control
Number of blades9 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Stop size1/3EV (13 stops)
Minimum focus distance (measured from focal plane)2.75m
Max. magnification0.2x
External dimensions: Diameter x Length* (approx.)φ104.5mm x 255.5mm (distance from camera lens mount flange)
Weight* (approx.)1,335g (excluding caps, hoods and Tripod collar foot)
Filter sizeφ95mm
Accessories includedFront lens cap FLCP-95, Rear lens cap RLCP-001, Lens hood, Lens pouch, Tripod collar foot, Shoulder strap
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Fujifilm X-M5

SpecificationDetails
Image Sensor26.1 million pixels
ProcessorX Processor 5
Video Recording6.2K/30P 4:2:2 10-bit video
Vertical Video Mode9:16 Short Movie Mode
Base ISO160
StorageUHS-I
Image StabilizationDigital Image Stabilization (Movie mode only)
Screen3.0 inch vari-angle Touch Screen, 1.04 million dots
Microphone Direction SettingsSURROUND, FRONT PRIORITY, BACK PRIORITY, FRONT & BACK PRIORITY
Vlog ModeYes
Film Simulations20
Terminals– USB Type-C (10Gbps)
– HDMI Micro connector (Type D)
– ø3.5mm stereo mini connector (Microphone)
– ø3.5mm stereo mini connector (Headphone)
BatteryNP-W126S
Battery Life (Stills)– Economy Mode: Approx. 440 frames
– Normal Mode: Approx. 330 frames
Actual Battery Life (Movie Capture)– 6.2K: Approx. 45 min. (29.97p)
– 4K: Approx. 50 min. (29.97p)
– Full HD: Approx. 45 min. (59.94p), Approx. 50 min. (120P)
Continuous Battery Life (Movie Capture)– 6.2K: Approx. 65 min. (29.97p)
– 4K: Approx. 85 min. (29.97p)
– Full HD: Approx. 80 min. (59.94p)
Dimensions– Width: 111.9 mm
– Height: 66.6 mm
– Depth: 38.0 mm (minimum depth: 33.5 mm)
Weight355 g (with battery and SD card)
Operating Temperature0℃ to +40℃
Operating Humidity10% to 80% (no condensation)

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