The Birth of the Fujifilm GFX100: Documenting 8 Months of Development Process (Part 1)
Fujifilm GFX100
For the last 8 months Fujifilm let Cinema5D closely monitor the birth of their new flagship large format sensor creation, the Fujifilm GFX 100.
Now they published their first video covering the birth of the Fujifilm GFX100. Part 2 will follow later and bring us inside the Fujifilm factory.
Here is what we learn, and at the bottom some screenshots from the video:
Decisions and Developing Start
Photons to Photos: Fujifilm GFX100 Preliminary Dynamic Range and Other Sensor Measurements Results

Fujifilm GFX100 Sensor Data
Photons to Photos has released prelimiary Fujifilm GFX100 (non production) sensor measurement data.
- Photographic Dynamic Range versus ISO Setting
- Read Noise in DNs versus ISO setting
- Input-referred Read Noise versus ISO setting
In terms of dynamic range, the 100 megapixel GFX100 beats all full frame cameras. If you need even more dynamic range, you have to pay $40,000 for a Phase One.
The bump you see at ISO800 is due to dual conversion gain.
Earlier today we shared the DPReview lab shots, which in my eyes showed impressive results in favor of the Fujifilm GFX100.
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DPReview: Fujifilm GFX100 Added to Studio Scene Test vs GFX50S, Sony a7rIII, Nikon Z7, Panasonic S1R
DPReview added the Fujifilm GFX100 to their studio scene comparison tool.
Compared to the Fujifilm GFX50S, the Fujifilm GFX100 shows noticably less moire, and it is also sharper than pretty much any other camera on the DPReview database. Regarding color noise at high ISO, the Fujifilm GFX100 is also superior to the GFX50S and any other full frame camera for that matter.
If you are into medium format GFX, then the GFX100 looks like a sensible step up in image quality.
You can download the RAW studio lab shots of DPR, and open them Adobe Lightroom and since today also at Capture One Pro 12.
And now, happy pixel peeping to all of you :)
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Capture One Pro 12.0.4 Adds Fujifilm GFX100 and Fujinon Lens Support
Capture One Pro 12.0.4 (which is still 50% off) has just been released.
It adds support for Fujifilm GFX100 and also for the following Fujinon XF/XC lenses:
- XF 80mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR Macro
- XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR
- XF 8-16mm F2.8 R LM WR
- XF 10-24mm F4 R OIS
- XF 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR
- XF 55-200mm F3.5-4.8 R LM OIS
- XC 15-45mm F3.5-5.6 OIS PZ
- XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS IIS
In 2019, Phase One already added support for the following XF/XC lenses in Capture One Pro:
- XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6
- XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4
- XF 50-140mm f/2.8
- XF 14mm F2.8 R
- XF 16mm F1.4 R WR
- XF 18mm F2 R
- XF 23mm F2 R WR
- XF 27mm F2.8
- XF 35mm F1.4 R
- XF 35mm F2 R WR
- XF 50mm F2 R WR
- XF 56mm F1.2 R
- XF 60mm F2.4 R Macro
- XF 90mm F2 R LM WR
Download Capture One Pro 12 here.
Fujifilm GFX100: Most Compelling Reason to Step Up from Full Frame
Fujifilm GFX100
The Fujifilm GFX100 is getting tons of positive feedback so far, and it seems that reviewers can’t really believe they are holding a medium format sensor camera in their hands, since everything with a digital sensor bigger than 35mm was notoriously slow.
The Fujifilm GFX100 changed the game: it is fast and responsive, despite having a 70% larger sensor than full frame and 100 megapixel. And thanks to IBIS, it is also versatile.
I am sure: Fujifilm has winner here!
- dpreview – Fujifilm GFX100 sample gallery
- ivanjoshualoh – 100 hours with the Fujifilm GFX100
Also Cameralabs went hands on with the Fujifilm GFX100. Down below are his findings and his video above:
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Software
ALPA XO Exoskeleton for Fujifilm GFX100 Unveiled

ALPA just announced the ALPA XO Exoskeleton for Fujifilm GFX100:
ALPA XO, the high-end exoskeleton for the brand new Fujifilm GFX 100 camera. ALPA introduces the extraordinary ALPA XO line, which supports the new generation of medium format cameras for still and moving images. The first series of products will include the ALPA XO exoskeleton, top handle and professional adapter for PL and LPL cine lenses. Of course, everything will be modular and flexible in ALPA style.
Filmmakers use camera cages to add various kinds of accessories to their rig. With ALPA XO, they can attach handles, matte boxes, follow- and remote focus systems, field monitors, recorders and wireless video solutions to match their creative vision. Even without the need for accessories and other lens mounts, the XO-cage will reinforce and protect your camera in every situation.
Just one week after the official launch of the Fujfifilm GFX 100, you can see the prototypes of the ALPA XO Exoskeleton for the Fujifilm GFX 100 at CineGear 2019 in Los Angeles at the booth of Fujifilm and Samy’s. On the latter also together with the ALPA Switar Cine Prime Lenses.
via xo.alpa.swiss
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ALPA PRODUCT IMAGES
Fujifilm GFX100 Assembly – 860 pieces for 1 Great Camera!

Last week DRPreivew brought us inside the pre-production Fujifilm GFX100 assembly line, where the Fujifilm GFX100 is manufactured by hand.
Today, while scrolling through the very active Fujifilm GFX group, I noticed this post by Ken from Channel X, that gives us a few more interesting pictures from inside the assembly line.
Fujifilm GFX 100: B&H Photo, AmazonUS, Adorama, Focuscamera
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You can see some images below.
DPRTV Fujifilm GFX100 First Impressions: Autofocus Feels Like X-T3, Versatile Medium Format

Fujifilm GFX100
DPReview has published their Fujifilm GFX100 first impressions review.
Here is what they say (video below):




















