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

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
 See the full details here.

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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Tamron warns about counterfeit lens packaging


Tamron China issued a warning about counterfeit lens packaging – here is the translated statement:

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What else is new?

New: Leica SL3 TagCases® by Oberwerth

The new Ricoh G900SE II heavy-duty industrial camera will be released on October 25th

Canon EOS R5 Mark II Teardown

Nikon Imaging Cloud maintenance scheduled for October 24th – are we finally getting support for more camera models?

New Leica M11/M11-M/M11-P/M11-D firmware update v.2.1.3 released

Sony a7RV Firmware 3.00 Rereleased

The latest Pentax/Ricoh savings

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The 2024 5DayDeal photography bundle sale ends today


The new 2024 5DayDeal photography bundle sale is ending today – as with previous years, you will get a package of different photography tools drastically reduced (95% off courses & plugins). Several different bundles are available, and a portion of the sales will go to charities:

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Coming next week: new Venus Optics Laowa 55mm and 100mm f/2.8 FFII tilt-shift macro 1:1 full-frame lenses



The previously reported Laowa tilt-shift macro full-frame lenses by Venus Optics will be officially announced on October 14th:

  • Venus Optics Laowa 55mm f/2.8 FFII tilt-shift macro 1:1 full-frame lens
  • Venus Optics Laowa 100mm f/2.8 FFII tilt-shift macro 1:1 full-frame lens

Additional information:

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First Sony A1 Mark II camera rumors


Here are the first Sony A1 Mark II camera rumors:

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Fujifilm X-M5 promo video posted online prematurely

Here is a Fujifilm X-M5 promo video that was posted online prematurely and will probably be removed soon – you can clearly see the new film simulation dial in action (see the X-M5 rumored specifications here):

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Fujifilm teases the upcoming Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 II and Fujinon XF 500mm f/5.6 lenses

In addition to the X-M5 camera, Fujifilm is also teasing their upcoming Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 II (calling it “The lightest Red Badge“) and the new Fujinon XF 500mm f/5.6 lenses (“Go further“) that will be officially announced at the 2024 X Summit on October 14:


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Today only: Nextorage memory cards on sale at Amazon and B&H Photo


Nextorage memory cards are now on sale for a limited time:

Here is the complete list of discounted Nextorage memory cards on Amazon:





Nextorage is a unique and highly experienced company in the memory solution business. Nextorage was established in Japan in 2019 as part of the Sony group. Nextorage technological expertise has been cultivated for over 20 years of storage development.

Nextorage NX-B2PRO CFExpress memory cards now are compatible with the Nikon Z6 III camera

The fastest CFexpress Type A memory cards for Sony cameras are now available for sale (Nextorage NX-A1PRO & NX-A1SE series)

Amazon Prime Day deals

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Panasonic made multiple L-mount announcements today


 



Panasonic made several L-mount announcements today:

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