Fujifilm X-E3 Will Get X RAW STUDIO Support via Firmware Update

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Fujifilm X RAW STUDIO

Hey all :)

Just a rumor flash to tell you that according to our sources (thanks), also the Fujifilm X-E3 will get X RAW STUDIO Support.

I remind you that Fujifilm Germany said here, that also the X-T20 will get X RAW STUDIO support as part of an “extensive firmware update” planed for early 2018 and that currently X RAW STUDIO supports the Fujifilm GFX 50S, X-T2, X-Pro2 and X100F.

This is a welcome news for all fellow Fujifilm X shooters, who don’t do major editing work in Lightroom & Co, because they love Fujifilm’s JPEG output and they just use the internal RAW converter to fine tune their images by changing white balance, film simulation, exposure and so forth,

X RAW STUDIO is a free, simple but efficient RAW converter software offered by Fujifilm, that allows you to use the in-camera processing engine to edit images on a proper computer screen and to see those changes applied to your images in real-time, as opposed to converting them in-camera, where you will only see how your changes affect your images, after you process them by clicking the “Q” button.

Personally I do use the in-camera RAW converter a lot, and frankly I would never buy into a system anymore, that does not have this feature.

I do like it to make quick adjustments to my images right in camera.

But I don’t think the X RAW STUDIO software will be something I use, because for me, the internal RAW conversion is all about “on field” use. Take an image, adjust it in camera and upload to social media right away.

But when I am back home and on my computer, I don’t see any use for the internal RAW converter anymore. I have Lightroom, Iridient, Luminar, Picktorial and enough RAW converters to take my time to work more seriously on my files… which isn’t necessary that often, though, since Fujifilm’s JPEGs out of the box or slightly adjusted with the internal RAW converter often give me already fantastic results.

With that said, we all have different workflows and preferences, and I can see quite some X Shooters preferring to edit their images using X RAW STUDIO at home, rather than using the internal converter on the field. So Fujifilm X-E3, X-T20 (&more) support is definitely welcome.

Feel free to join our Fujifilm X-E facebook group.

To know more about X RAW STUDIO check out also:

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Fujifilm X-A5 Added to Top 5 Cameras Under $500 at DPReview

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Just announced, and already awarded :)

DPReview added the Fujifilm X-A5 to the Top 5 Cameras under $500. The current Top recommendation is the Canon EOS M100.

They specify, though, that they have not yet fully tested it, so their recommendation might change later on. For now their Pros and Cons are the following:

What we like:

  • Very good Raw image quality expected
  • Hybrid AF system should improve subject tracking
  • Twin control dials
  • Excellent battery life

What we don’t:

  • Poor frame rate in 4K
  • Build a bit plasticky
  • LCD hard to see outdoors

Check out more at DPReview.

Fujinon XC 15-45: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, FocusCamera
Fujifilm X-A5: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, FocusCamera

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Firmware Update for Fringer EF-FX Pro Smart Adapters Released

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The first firmware update, i.e. v1.10, is available now. All Fringer EF-FX Pro adapters are suggested to be upgraded.

The new firmware mainly addressed following issues and added some lenses to tested and optimized lens list.

  • Fixed IS not stable issue for some EF lenses.
  • Fixed some compatibility issues for Tamron lenses.
  • Added following lenses to the tested and optimized lens list: Canon EF 50/1.8 II, Canon EF 70-200/2.8L IS, Canon EF-S 17-55/2.8 IS, Tamron SP10-24/3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD B023

You may download the new firmware and its release note as well as user’s manual from the official website.

Be noted there are two versions.

  • EFFX110P.BIN for Pro version: Electronic aperture ring set aperture
  • EFFX110S.BIN for Standard version: Camera command dial set aperture

You need a PC or MAC and a USB Micro B cable to upgrade the adapter.

  • Connect the adapter to your computer.
  • Find a new driver named “FRINGER” and copy new firmware to it.
  • Wait for 10 seconds and then disconnect the adapter.
  • Reconnect it again to check installed firmware version (VERSION.TXT on the adapter)

Read user’s manual for more detailed description on how to upgrade your adapter.

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Fujifilm to Launch a Brown Fujifilm X100F

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Fujifilm X100F

Hey all,

the weekend is finally about to start, and I thought it would be nice to end the week with a little rumor.

So here it is… our trusted sources inform us that Fujifilm will launch a brown Fujifilm X100F.

*** Fujifilm X100 Line facebook group ***

The Fujifilm X100F is a tremendous success for Fujifilm, way beyond anything that its predecessors could achieve in terms of sales. And in future we will get a brown version, too.

Stay tuned on FujiRumors via Facebook, RSS-feed and Twitter… because the best has yet to come ;) .

Fujifilm X100F: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS, Focuscamera

have a fantastic weekend,

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Fujifilm – My Journey From Frustration To Competency

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Dreams Aloft - Sky Lantern Festival, Taiwan, 2017
Dreams Aloft – Sky Lantern Festival, Taiwan, 2017

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