Fujifilm X-E3: No D-Pad, No Shutter/ISO Dial, No Pop-Up Flash, No IBIS… & MORE SPECS

Ok folks, time for a specs update on the Fujifilm X-E3

We already leaked the images of the Fujifilm X-E3 a few weeks ago. However, the images were very low resolution, so not everything was clear to see… and we started to make our speculations.

Now it’s time to confirm (or not) what we saw (or thought to see) in the low resolution images.

  • No pop-up flash (Confirms what all of us thought to see in the low-res leaked images)
  • Full auto switch (Confirms what we some of us thought to see in the low-res leaked images)
  • No shutter/ISO combo dial (Does not confirm what many of us – but not all – thought to see in the low-res leaked images)

So it seems that those of you, who said the leaked X-E3 image is too low resolution to judge if that’s really a shutter/ISO combo dial, were right. I guess I was just hoping for it too much, and my desire brought me to see what was not really there.

Oh yes, that’s an outing! In fact I belong to the Schultzology-sect, a small group of people, who follow the word of Palle Schultz (see his video here) and actually like the combined Shutter/ISO dial. :)

Now let’s move on and give you more updates :)

  • The D-pad is gone
  • max shutter speed 1/4000
  • No IBIS

*** UPDATE: Will Have a NEW Touch Screen ***

With that said, below is the full updated list of rumored X-E3 specs:

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Obvious Fujifilm X-E3 specs

  • 24MP X-Trans III sensor
  • X-Processor Pro
  • Acros film simulation

Rumored Fujifilm X-E3 specs

What’s Next From Fujifilm… and What You Might Have Missed This Summer!

Hey X-folks…

I really hope you had (and are still having) a fantastic summer.

I hope you could travel, see new cities, taste new food, climb some mountains, play with the waves in the sea, photograph something that inspired you… and especially I hope you had time for your families, friends… and for yourself.

But also during this summer, FujiRumors worked restlessly on the rumors and news… and it was so busy, that you might have missed a few rumors and news during your summer break.

So I thought it could be useful to give you guys an overview of what happened over the summer in the Fuji World… also in the hope this can somehow mitigate your pain for going back at work… at least a bit… because AWESOME FUJI TIMES are coming :)

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BIG DAY: Fujikina Announcements on September 7

  • Big announcement day on September 7, at Fujikina! Fujifilm X-E3, XF80mm Macro, GF45mm, new lens roadmap, firmware udaptes…

Some of the Rumors shared in July / August

  • Fujifilm Lens Roadmap Updates to be Announced Soon – rumor here
  • Fujifilm Firmware Update Will Bring Improved AF-Tracking of X-E3 also to Other X-series Cameras – rumor here
  • Fujifilm X-E3 Will have Improved AF-Tracking… Even Better than Fujifilm X-T2 – rumor here
  • Fujifilm Has Outsourced Development of X-A Line. R&D Needed for Fujifilm GFX – rumor here
  • Fujifilm Scrapped the Ultimate X Series Camera… Focus on Fujifilm X-T2S (IBIS Camera) – rumor here
  • Major Fujifilm X-Pro2 Kaizen Firmware Update Will Add 4K Video and More – rumor here
  • New Fujifilm X-E3 Image Shows Lack of Pop-Up Flash – rumor here
  • Fujifilm XF 200mm F2 Lens Rumors Confirmed – rumor here
  • Fujifilm X-E3 will Shoot 4K Video – rumor here
  • LEAKED: Fujifilm X-E3 First Real Life Images !!! – rumor here
  • Fujinon XF 80mm F2.8 OIS WR Macro to be Released in October – rumor here
  • Fujifilm X-E3 will Have the Focus Joystick – rumor here
  • Fujifilm X-T2S will have IBIS (In Body Image Stabilization) – rumor here
  • Don’t Worry, Fujifilm X-T2S In Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) will Work with ALL Fujinon X-Mount Lenses – rumor here
  • Fujifilm X-E3 Will Have Bluetooth – rumor here
  • Fujifilm X-T2 Successor to be Called Fujifilm X-T2S – rumor here
  • Fujifilm X-E3: No Tilt Screen (Poll – Dealbreaker?) – rumor here
  • Fujinon GF 80mm F1.4 for Fujifilm GFX in 2018 – rumor here

Some General News shared in July / August

  • Firmware Updates for Fujifilm GFX 50S, X-Pro2, X-T2, X-T20 and X100F Available – news here
  • Fujifilm GFX 50S Vs. Nikon D850 Estimated Dynamic Range Comparison – news here
  • Peak Design Launches Re-designed Leash and Cuff Straps – news here
  • New Picktorial X-Pack Adds Fujifilm Film Simulation Profiles  – news here
  • Aurora HDR 2018 is Coming to Windows and Mac  – news here
  • Fujifilm X-T20 and Fujifilm Instax Square SQ10 Win EISA AWARDS – news here
  • Fujifilm Publishes 1st Quarter Financial Results (FY2018/3) – Strong Fujifilm GFX 50s Sales and Healthy Imaging Solutions – news here
  • Cascable 3.0 Remote Control App adds Fujifilm Support, Geotagging and More! – news here
  • Fujifilm MK Cine Lenses: X-Mount Version Confirmed for Late 2017, Feedback and Canadian Hands On Demo (Aug. 17) – news here
  • Fujifilm Manager Theo Georghiades Inside View on Fujifilm’s History : “We Were Losing Connection to PROs”… and the Way to the X-series – news here
  • Adobe Fixes Fujifilm GFX 50s Bug in Camera RAW 9.12 and Lightroom CC 2015.12/6.11 + adds WCL/TCL Ver. 2 Support – news here
  • Fujifilm X-T1 (and X-T10) Officially Discontinued… An Emotional Farewell to the Camera that Changed Fujifilm’s Future – news here

FLASH News & Rumors

Fujifilm GFX: Travel :: Wedding :: Incredible IQ :: New Fringer C645-GFX Smart Adapter Firmware Available (GFX Zone)

Thierry Vanhuysse
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New York City skyline … pano of 6 images … fujifilm gfx50 + 32-64mm

New Fringer Smart Adapter Firmware

New firmware (v2.1) is available for C645-GFX smart adapter at fringerdev:

“With the new firmware (v2.1), 55/3.5 and 210/4 have been added to the AF list. As I said earlier, I changed my mind and decided to open AF functions for all Contax 645 lenses on GFX. The last 2, i.e. 45-90 and 350/4, would also be added to AF list in the near future. Please visit https://www.fringeradapter.com/#service-and-resources to download the new firmware, the release notes and the new manual. Follow the described steps in the manual to upgrade your adapter. […]

I was conservative on AF performance of adapted Contax 645 lenses on CDAF bodies like GFX. However, more and more in field tests made me believe that the AF performance actually is quite good in most cases. And one more option for users should always be better. That’s why I changed my mind. But please don’t be too optimistic. The AF performance is still lower than GF lenses on GFX or C645 lenses on C645 body due to the limitations of the old lens design. Thus, if you find it doesn’t satisfy you, please change to MF. All C645 lens can work under MF mode. And their super fine MF rings are way better than GF lenses‘.

Fringer Contax645 – GFX smart adapter AF demo (210/4 and 55/3.5) at fringer youtube

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Fujifilm GFX 50s: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

Aziz Nasuti
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Enjoy 23mm!
Trondheim in Norway!

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Bong Luk
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GFX with Leica-R 80 1.4.
I think I just try enough for the vintage lens, is it time to try the GF 110/2?

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Best Budget X Lenses, 7Artisans 50mm f1.1 Reviews, Tilt-shift on Fuji APS-C, XF23mmF2 Cameralabs Review + POLL (Lens Zone)

Fujinon (and X-mount) Lenses

So what’s more important, the camera or the lens? Let’s find out what you think with a little poll, that you can find down below… after our Fuji Lens Roundup :)

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Fujifilm Scrapped the Ultimate X Series Camera… Focus on Fujifilm X-T2S (IBIS Camera)

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Good Bye Ultimate X

Back in spring 2017, we started hearing the first rumors about the ultimate Fujifilm X, an APS-C X-Trans camera based on X-T design, the best Fuji X for videos, and that could cost around $,3,000 (rumors of March 3, March 14 and April 14)

But suddenly, a few months later, in summer 2017, we also started hearing of the Fujifilm X-T2S, the successor if the X-T2, which will have IBIS (rumors of July 12, July 17 and July 24)

The big question I got from the community was: is the Fujifilm X-T2S the ultimate X-series camera we rumored back in spring, or is Fujifilm working on both, the X-T2S and the ultimate X?

The answer: the X-T2S is not the rumored ultimate X.

So what about the ultimate X-series camera?

The answer: it has been scrapped!

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Is the X-T2s a “light” version of the Ultimate X?

Now, to avoid FR-haters’ shitstorms, I could simply tell you guys a lie and say “Yes, the X-T2S with IBIS is exactly the ultimate X-series camera I told you back in spring“.

But I’m not that kind of person.

Hence I will now tell you, that the ultimate X-series camera was a different project of Fujifilm.

Fujifilm worked on the ultimate X, discussed about the features and at a certain stage they were confident to make it (so I shared the rumors)… but at the end the scratched it, and they are now focussing on a different project, the Fujifilm X-T2S.

Some of you might consider the X-T2S a “light” version of the ultimate X, and you might not be too far off with that. But at the end I think that the differences are too big, to consider the X-T2S an “ultimate X light”.

X-T2S or Ultimate X?

When I’ve shared the very first ultimate X rumors, I noticed that the FR-community reacted sceptical to it, especially due to the high rumored price of $3,000.

And since we know that Fujifilm not only reads us, but that sometimes we can influence their decisions*, I can’t exclude, that the initial very sceptic reaction many of you guys manifested here on FujiRumors, might have discouraged Fujifilm to continue with this project.

On the other hand, it seems to me that your initial feedback to the Fujifilm X-T2S with IBIS, was much more positive. But that’s just my impression… feel free to discuss about it in the comments.

Welcome to the Fuji World

I know that after years of following the fantastic world of Fujifilm, 99,9% you guys know better than me that Fujifilm changes plans very often.

For example, Fujifilm was developing the X-Pro1s, and I shared rumors about it. But they dropped plans, even though they already had working prototypes of it (and Fujifilm even displayed the X-Pro1s at the X-Pro2 announcement)

And since with Fujifilm nothing is impossible, even products they scratched can find their way back later on. For example, I remind you how I shared the first X70 rumors in September 2013, but Fujifilm dropped plans on it shortly after. They waited a couple of years and decided to revive plans and launch the X70 on January 2016 (with exactly the same specs we rumored 3 years earlier).

So I personally wouldn’t be surprised if one day, the ultimate X will be again in development. But to be clear, right now, Fujifilm plans no longer to make it.

that’s it from my side for now… have a GREAT day, :)
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* It was your feedback and negative poll results, that killed the monochrome X-Pro1 and your positive pressure that revived the X-E3 plans and made Fujifilm say here “we are aware of the many X-E3 request”.  The feedback you give in polls makes it to internal Fujifilm meetings with the Press and even Fujifilm top manager Toshihisa Iida “Loves” FujiRumors. Fujifilm simply can’t ignore a community that is able to drop 11,000 votes in a single poll within 2 days…. and more

Fujifilm X-T2, the Ultimate 4K Mirrorless For Narrative Filmmakers… and more (miXed zone)

Image from Alben Osaki guest post: Thoughts on the Fujifilm X-T2 for Video

The Video

Recently, I’ve shared a rather negative miXed zone, with stories of people, who sold their X-series cameras. And one of the main reasons for people to give back their Fuji was “video”.

And indeed, for many years, “video” was the weak spot of the X-series.

The problem? As top Fujifilm Manager (and also FujiRumors Lover) Toshihisa Iida said here, the X-Trans sensor requires a 20-30% increase in processing power compared to conventional Bayer sensors… and older EXR I and II processors simply could not process appropriately all the video data.

** Read also: How to Obtain Better Videos with Fujifilm X Trans I and II Cameras at fujirumors.com **

But things changed with the much faster X-Processor Pro, which dramatically improved the video output of Fujifilm cameras such as the X-T2 and X-Pro2.

Sure, there are still areas, where Fujifilm can improve (such as offering internal F-log), but the X-T2 & Co are finally used with great success by many videographers… and I will share one of them in today’s roundup… including some video-centric articles on Fujirumors you might have missed.

  • My Review Of The Fuji X-T2: The Ultimate 4K Mirrorless For Narrative Filmmakers at noamkroll
  • Thoughts on the Fujifilm X-T2 for Video at fujirumors.com
  • Lessons Shooting 4K Video with the X-T2 at fujirumors.com
  • Sony A7sII Vs. Fujifilm X-T2 for Video (where the reviewer prefers the X-T2 for its colors and more) in this mixed zone at fujirumors.com
  • Fujifilm X-T2 Best 4K Video Quality for APS-C Cameras. Better Colors Than Sony A6500 at fujirumors.com
  • Fuji X-T2 Vs. Sony A7SII Video Feature: “Fujifilm X-T2 in Same Class of Best Mirrorless Video Cameras” at fujirumors.com
  • Fuji X-T2 + 4K Video: “There is no Moiré. Sharp and more cinematographic than GH4. I can use it 100% for Video at fujirumors.com
  • “Fujifilm X-T2 Updated Firmware Showing Mature Video Colours” at fujirumors.com
  • Fujifilm X-T2 Roundup :: Video, Sports and Stills… the Best Mirrorless Allrounder? at fujirumors.com

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Custom Gariz Case for Fujifilm X100F :: Best Lens Hood Alternative for XF23/2 and 35/2 :: Best Minimalist Straps (Accessories Zone)

 

Accessories Roundup

  • Best Fuji lens hood alternative for XF23/2 and 35/2… The Haoge LH-x35. Classic Leica look at GxAce youtube
  • SmallRig X-T2 Cage for Fujifilm X-T2/X-T1 Camera 1888 at smallrig
  • Fitting Peak Design Straps on a Fuji Body at danielgroves
  • Fujifilm Instax SP-2! An ingeniously fun printing alternative! at gregcromie
  • Fujifilm Instax Share SP-2 review: Turning any of my iPhone pics into Polaroid snaps at bunnydecoco
  • The Best Minimalist Straps on the Market at allanhiga
  • Fujifilm X-Pro2 Eyecups at jjc

Haoge LH-x35 Lens Hood: AmazonUS, [shoplink 60327 ebay]your local eBay[/shoplink]

Custom Gariz Case for Fujifilm X100F at Gariz Blog (translation)

Fujifilm GFX 50S Vs. Leica S Vs. Hasselblad X1D :: The World from Above with the GFX… & more (GFX Zone)

Tatsuya Takahashi
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SEAGULLS
FUJI GFX50S
HASSELBLAD Carl Zeiss Planar T* CF 80mm F2.8

The G-system is just at its start. More lenses are coming, such as the Fujinon GF 80mmF1.4, and also the new MF 100 Megapixel BSI sensor is ready, which will be the core of the Fujifilm GFX 100S, and sort out one of current downsides of the GFX 50s: speed!

Moreoever, Fujifilm wisely designed the G-system thinking at the long-term. The imminent breakthrough (some predict it at least within 2020) in the camera market of the global shutter, will make leaf shutter lenses (and DSLR’s) basically obsolete… that’s called innovation ;) .

But global shutter and lens roadmaps are a thing of the (not so distant) future. We should not forget that the Fujifilm GFX is already today quite a beast… and although not the prettiest camera on the world, the Fujifilm GFX 50s might well be, already, the best Medium Format camera out there today :)

So let’s dive into today’s roundup… and don’t forget to….

Fujifilm GFX Vs. Leica S

German Pro-photograher Deniz Saylan tested the Fujifilm GFX 50s vs. Leica S. In short he says that:

“Leica S has very bad AF and not very accurate. The GFX instead is more accurate and delivers sharper results even if used at slower shutter speeds compared to the Leica S. Better noise performance of the GFX. Better handling for GFX. Leica S loses the battle agains the Fujifilm GFX. The GFX is not perfect, but “impressive” and makes fun… and the clear winner against the Leica S“

And I’d add also that the GFX is much cheaper than the Leica S ;) . To read it the full feedback (in German), go to this comment on facebook.

Fujifilm GFX Vs. Hasselblad X1D

Photographylife reviewed the Fujiiflm GFX 50s and inevitably compared it to the Hasselblad X1D. And the winner is… ;)

“After months of use of both camera systems, I came to the conclusion that the Fuji GFX 50S is a far better camera to invest in when compared to the X1D-50c. Not only because of its superior feature-set (more responsive EVF, faster and richer AF system, tiltable LCD screen and a very robust menu system with tons of options), but also because it proved to be a more reliable tool. Top that with better overall image quality (see the previous page for ISO invariance tests), vastly superior battery life, ability to adapt third party lenses and far less blackouts and lags in comparison, and I really don’t see any area where the X1D-50c is functionally better. The X1D-50c is a beautiful camera without a doubt, but that’s pretty much its only strength. It has an unbearably long start-up time, poor battery life, poor feature set and constant bugs, making it a very frustrating camera to work with.”

You can read the whole Fujifilm GFX 50S Review at photographylife:

& more

GFX stories with Markus&Koala (the makers of the David Bowie Unseen exhibition) at Fujifilm Global Youtube

Oh wait… I have a few more GFX stuff (and images) below :)

For Europe: Deal on Demo G-Gear: Check out the discounted (as new) Fujifilm GFX 50s, GF32-64 and GF120.
Fujifilm GFX 50s: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS

David Airob
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Fuji GFX+63mm

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Jason Man
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Nikon 58mm f1.2 + GFX

 

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Fujifilm X-T20 and Fujifilm Instax Square SQ10 Win EISA AWARDS…. but No Awards for Fujifilm GFX 50s and Fujinon Glass

The EISA AWARDS 2017/2018 are out.

The Fujifilm X-T20 has been declared the best consumer CSC and the Instax Square SQ10 is the best instant camera of the year. The prize for the overall best camera goes to the Sony A9.

I know what you guys think, and I tend to agree: the EISA award is here to make every company happy.

But at least, compared to the past editions, EISA dropped some non-sense categories like the “Best Connected Camera” and they don’t make anymore the ridiculous distinction between “professional“, “advanced” and “premium” cameras.

It’s a good thing that now there are less categories, so EISA is definitely following the right direction… but there should be even less categories, to give even more prestige to the winners.

One thing I don’t get is why the Sony A6500 has been declared the best “prosumer” CSC and the X-T20 the best “consumer” CSC. Is the X-T20 less Pro than the A6500?

Another thing to notice: it’s the first time that no Fujinon lens wins the award.

Also, the Fujifilm GFX system has been completely ignored by EISA. So the only camera (the GFX 50s) that beats all other EISA awards winners in terms of image quality and the exquisite Fujinon glass like the GF 63, GF 110, GF 120, GF 23 and GF32-64 don’t get awarded.

Fujifilm X-T20: USA: BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS EU: AmazonDE, AmazonUK, WexUK, PCH AUS: CameraPro
Fujifilm Instax Square SQ10: USA BHphoto, Adorama, AmazonUS Europe: WexUK, PCHstore

Anyway, here is what EISA writes about the two Fujifilm products that won the award this year (for all photography awards click here).

Fujifilm X-T20 (via EISA here):

The Fujifilm X-T20 is a compact, mirrorless consumer camera that produces sharp, clean images and 4K video quality at a competitive price. At the heart of the camera is its 24.3 million pixel X-Trans CMOS III sensor and X-Processor Pro, which are jointly responsible for the extraordinary image quality. Despite its comparatively affordable cost the X-T20 uses the same high quality sensor and processor as the highly regarded X-T2 and X-Pro2. The touchscreen operation and custom AF-C setting are also big pluses. Finally the X-T20’s sharp and highly detailed 4K video recording makes this camera a great all-rounder.

Fujifilm Instax Square SQ10 (via EISA here):

The Instax SQUARE SQ10 is the first hybrid instant camera that lets you take and print square photos (62x62mm). You can brighten, darken or add vignettes to your images or choose from 10 creative filters to apply, before you decide to print them. The bright LCD viewfinder makes it easy to create and edit your pictures, which are recorded in the internal memory or on a microSD card, so you can share them with your friends and family.

 

User Review of the Fujifilm GFX – Compared to Hasselblad X1D, Leica, and Sony

Shot with Fujifilm GFX 50s with 63/2.8 for Lovebite Magazine

Written for Fuji Rumors by Rick Birt of romeobravophoto.com

*Note* This is a long post – I have a summary of pros and cons in my conclusion

As soon as the Hasselblad X1D-50c and Fuji GFX 50s were announced, I wanted one. The promise of Medium Format in a cheaper, and smaller package was incredibly alluring. For the past year my main camera has been a Fuji X-Pro2. I love it. I love the image quality, the colors, the size, and the Rangefinder styling. I also love Fujifilm’s Kaizen philosophy of constantly updating their camera lineup via firmware. All of these things influenced my decision toward the GFX. Luckily, my wife (Kelly Williams), and I were also given the opportunity to demo the Hasselblad X1D. The svelte styling, leaf shutter (ability to sync strobes at 1/2000s), and simple menus were all big pluses in the Hassy’s favor.

When we opened the boxes, we were woefully unimpressed by the Fuji GFX. Even though it kind of looks like a bigger X-T2, it’s actually kind of ugly in person. It almost looks like three different teams designed parts of the camera, and then they Frankenstein’d it all together in the end.

In stark contrast when we opened the X1D box, my wife said,

“We may have to buy two of these so we don’t fight over it.”

Similarly, we conducted two fashion shoots with these cameras. When we brought out the X1D, both models said

“Oh! A Hasselblad!”

Neither commented on the GFX.

Should this matter? My left brain says no. However, it does matter. What is this industry about? IMAGE. These tools are used to take images, because the world has placed value on images of pretty things. Don’t kid yourself, image is paramount in this business – especially in fashion and portraits.

Back to testing…

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