Fujifilm update brings advanced gimbal controls to the X-T3 camera

Fujifilm is working with gimbal makers like DJI, Shenzhen Gudsen, and Zhiyung to bring granular control to the X-T3. An upcoming firmware update will allow you to start and stop video recording and control settings like aperture, exposure compensation, ISO, and shutter speed. With products like the Crane 2 and Ronin S/SC, you can use the focus control knob to control focus on the electronic lenses manually. While the update is mostly for gimbals, it can be used for certain DJI drones, too.

The update will also improve Fujifilm's eye AF tracking, auto-focus, and face-detection performance. The company said the update should arrive around mid-December.

Source: Engadget=

New Fujifilm program will offload RAW conversion from your PC to camera

Fujifilm hopes to improve your workflow with a new RAW conversion program the company calls Fujifilm X Raw Studio. What’s unique about this program is it’s designed to offload the conversion of RAW photos from your computer to your camera, making use of its processor. The X Processor Pro will be in charge of working on the files so you can use your Mac or PC to do other work. X Raw Studio can convert single or batch RAW files, preview converted content, and save/load/copy conversion profiles.

What prompted Fujifilm to develop the program was the increasing size of RAW files that are bogging down work for photographers who are doing batch conversions of RAW files. This program will supposedly handle batch conversions much more efficiently. The catch is you can only process RAW files taken with the same camera model as the one connected via USB to the PC. The Fujifilm X Raw Studio will be available for download by late November and it’ll first be compatible with X-T2, X-Pro2, X100F, and GFX50S.

Source: PetaPixel

CES 2017: Fujifilm unveils latest batch of rugged cameras

Las Vegas – FUJIFILM announced the new FinePix XP120, with a 16.4MP back-illuminated CMOS sensor and a large 3.0 inch LCD monitor in a compact body. The new FinePix XP120 is waterproof to 65 feet \ 20 meters, shockproof to 5.7 feet \ 1.75 meters, freeze proof to 14°F \ -10°C and dust proof. The XP120 is equipped with a FUJINON lens that provides unique color reproduction technology and advanced sharpness to deliver outstanding image quality, making it an ideal choice for a wide variety of shooting situations in rugged environments.

Also announced are the new FUJIFILM X-Pro2 Body with XF23mmF2 R WR Lens and Lens Hood Kit, Graphite Edition, and the new FUJIFILM X-T2 Body, Graphite Silver Edition.

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Fujifilm introduces Instax mini Monochrome film

Add a dash of drama to your Instax prints with the new Monochrome film. Fujifilm Canada is introducing the new film built specifically for the Instax mini line. The Monochrome films are also credit card sized and bring that vintage, black and white feel to your shots. Each pack will come with 10 prints and will retail for $13.99. Wait for them to come out in the country next month.