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French Reseller Says: “Fujifilm X-T2 to be announced on June 14!”

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Loric Gonzalez of the French Fuji X Group got the following information from a French Reseller: the Fujifilm X-T2 will be announced, in France, on June 14!

I’d love this to be true (it would mean that I wouldn’t have to cancel my Iceland trip in early July), but for now the information I have is that it will be announced in July.

But, since I’m a rumor site, it’s my job to inform you about the “French-rumor”.

At this point, some of you might remember, how even I said back in January 11, that the X-T2 will come in June (rumor here).

So what changed?

Well, as Fujifilm itself said here, the Fujifilm X-Pro2 sold better than expected and they had problems to fulfill pre-orders. That’s probably the main reason why they decided to push back the X-T2 launch a bit (July).

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Behind the X-gear :: Meet Stealthy Ninja… and You Won’t Believe Which Super Power He Has!!! (Clickbait Alert ;) )

Everybody, who reads the comments here on FujiRumors, will already know Stealthy Ninja, one of the X-shooter, who has fun to find always new ways to ask for the XF23mmF2WR and helps me to improve my clickbait skills.

Well, Stealthy Ninja is also an active member of the Fuji X Forum community and today’s FXF member guest here on FujiRumors.

If you also want to have the opportunity to be interviewed & featured on FujiRumors, all you have to do is to join our Fuji X Forum Community, share your pics & thoughts there, and you might be the next one :) .

X-Shooter Stealthy Ninja

Tell us something about you

Professional Photographer or Amateur or something in between?

I’m a part time/freelance pro.  I actually prefer to photograph for fun, but yeah, I’ve made money from photography before. LOL can you believe it? Someone actually paid me to press a button then do hundreds of hours of [shoplink 45925 ebay]photoshop[/shoplink] trying to make them look good… hahahaha someone get me some Lexapro®.

Fun fact: My real name is MAX DANGER… yeah nah, actually it’s Adrian Evans, a true blue, dinky di Aussie who have lived in Hong Kong for the last 16 years.  I plan to return to Australia this year if possible… so I’m looking for a job in Australia (hint hint).

What is your kind of photography? (Motives, Approach …)

I just want to continually get better (which is hard when you’re already pretty awesome).

I like all sorts of subjects, I’m particularly good at shooting events.  You see, being 190cm (that’s 6.2336 feet according to google)  I blend perfectly into the crowd, which makes me a terribly stealthy ninja (or is that “terrible”?) so no one ever notices me ever, it’s like I’m a ghost man (鬼佬 ßlittle Hong Kong joke there).  This super power allows me to get photos of people and stuff without them noticing… which was spoiled a bit by having a bulky camera like the [shoplink 45926 ebay]1Dx[/shoplink] with the [shoplink 45927 ebay]70-200 2.8L IS II[/shoplink] attached… gosh, suddenly people would look at me and do that stupid two fingers V sign thing.  Stop looking at me people I’m TRYING to be stealthy here!  Verily, therefore and hence I officially switched to Fuji.  Now I’m practically invisible. Plus I get to be a cool “X” photographer.

I also have dabbled in portraits and landscapes and some other stuff.  I just shoot what moves me on the insides.  Somewhere around the occipital lobe I guess. I’m no brain science guy.

Where can we find more about you on the web (website, Flickr, Facebook, portfolio)

You know if you click on these links: http://www.aevansphoto.com or http://www.aidavproductions.com it’ll be the best part of your day and you won’t believe what will happen next, it’ll be within the 10 ten reasons you have for living I’m sure.  (How am I doing with the clickbait Master Patrick?)

What’s your favorite image taken with a Fuji?

All of the ones I’ve taken ever.  They’re all works of art that could only be bettered by the 23mm f/2.

To be serious. One I particularly like is this one. [image on the top of this post]

This one was taken with the [shoplink 45870 ebay]Samyang 8mm fisheye[/shoplink].  I was messing about near where I USED to work (currently I’m looking for a job if anyone in Australia is reading this… double hint hint) and decided to take a photo looking up at the buildings while I was crossing the road.  Turned out way better than I thought it would.  I like it because it proves sometimes it’s the moment that counts (and a bit of luck).  I like it so much it’s on the main page of my photo website.

Your Move to Fuji

What’s the main reason for you to own a Fuji?

Honestly… size.  I was a bit wary about the sensor not being full frame, but after comparing images I found the difference to be nominal and not enough for me to worry about.  Kutar (my Turkish blood brother) needs a 33mm f/1 though… oh boy he’d love a 33mm f/1 on a medium format, he’d probably faint.

I used to have to wear a wrist brace and would have a really sore back after shooting all day with my DSLR.  These days I dance around like a fairy and never feel any pain at all (apart from pain to my pride from dancing around like a fairy).

Is there something you miss from your previous system?

I’ve shot Canon, Nikon and Sony.  What I miss most is: Giant cameras that hurt my wrist.

Honestly, the confidence it gives you in focusing.  The X-Pro 2 convinced me Fuji has reached a point where I don’t feel it made that much of a difference, but with DSLR you know what you’re gonna get.  It’s just they’re so damned boring yo.

What’s your favorite lens?

23mm f/2.  They probably exist right?

Seriously though, I love the 90mm it’s so special the way it renders.  The 23mm and 56mm combo is my fave two prime lens setup.  The 100-400 is super fun to use too.  I’d have to give my fave lens award to… the 100-400 just for the pure fun of it.

What’s your favorite camera bag?

Easy. [shoplink 45928 ebay]Billingham Hadley Pro[/shoplink]. I literally own two of these bags.

What’s in your bag?

Whatever I need usually.  But for daily stuff, X-Pro 2 with 35 f/2 and other normal daily stuff like keys, earphones and Mjölnir (keeps unworthy people from stealing my bag).

Which X-series camera and which X-mount lenses do you own?

X-Pro 2, 16-55 2.8, 50-140 2.8, 100-400, 23mm 1.4 (not f/2), 35 f/2, 56mm 1.2 and 90mm f/2.

I plan to get a X-T2 this year and then sometime ultra wide.  Let’s see what the 8-16mm is like (or will even exist).

Your Advice to Fuji

Which lens, that is not yet in the roadmap, would you like Fuji to make?

23mm f/2… oh wait, NOT yet in the roadmap… OK 10mm f/2 (non fisheye) I guess.  Though after the 23mm f/2 comes out, no one will ever need another lens ever.  They say the 23mm f/2 will morph into any lens you need automatically by reading your mind.

Tell Fujifilm what’s the main thing they should still improve in the X-series system via Firmware and/or Hardware

4K in the X-Pro 2 (if that’s even possible).  Allow “T” mode for ISO on the X-Pro 2 and the X-T2 (ideally press the front dial in to adjust ISO).  Keep peaking going when you’re recording a video (it’s hard to manual focus while recording video without it).  Improve wifi connectivity (faster, easier).  More/better video controls (Zebra for example), maybe some sort of Log recording. Add a 3.5mm headphone jack to the X-T2 (and a 3.5mm mic jack, not the 2.5mm one like on the X-Pro2). Don’t hide “shoot without lens” so much (X-Pro 2). It would be sweet to have a touch screen for video focus racking and stuff.

Decisive Questions

OVF, EVF or Display?

Usually EVF.  I use OVF for times when I think there will be people walking into the shot or when I want to anticipate people walking into the shot (streets usually). Display for landscapes and video.

Rangefinder style or DSLR shape?

I like Rangefinder for primes and streets, DSLR for zooms and for looking “pro”.  DSLR types have a huge advantage in that you can add a grip. “Wowee that’s so pro!!! Just take my money already, you super-pro guy” – is what people will say when they see your gripped camera.

RAW or JPEG?

RAW.  I like Fuji jpegs fine, but Adobe is doing a good job with RAWs these days.  Plus that guy with the Fro is slightly cooler than Ken R.

Curiosity & Customize you X

What’s Your favorite film simulation

Provia > Acros > Velvia.  All the rest are a bit boring.

Your favorite photography quote.

“Don’t be too proud of this technological terror you’ve constructed. The ability to destroy a planet is insignificant next to the power of the Force.” – Darth Vader.

This reminds me not to focus too much of technology but focus on photography skills… and not to be afraid of the Dark Side (don’t try and bring out all the details in shadows).

Previous “Behind the X-gear” Episodes:
Episode 1 – Milandro: A talk with X-shooters around the World… and about the X-series SOUL
Episode 2 – Trenton: A talk with “photoholic” X-shooter Trenton… and why the X-T1 is perfect for Lord Voldemort
Episode 3 – Mehrdad: A talk with Fuji X Forum member & official Fujifilm X-photographer Mehrdad
Episode 4 – Tom H: Meet Tom H, the X-shooter with the Coolest Office in the World
Episode 5 – quincy: Meet Quincy, the X-shooter, who made me drop my coffee with his amazing #1 Forum post!
Episode 6 – donpino: Meet Don Pino, the FXF member, who shared the Most Liked Images on the Forum!
Episode 7 -darknj: Meet darknj, the X-shooter, who goes Against the Flow and Declares the XF18-135 his Favorite Lens!
Episode 8 – yokosteel: Meet yukosteel, the X-shooter, who prepared a little Quiz for You (Mitakon 35/F0.95 Vs. Fujinon XF35/F1.4)

Bad News (Again) :: Fujifilm EF-X500 Flash Postponed To September!!!

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I’ve already told you about it last month with this rumor: the EF-X500 Flash will be delayed… again!

Sure, it was not just Fuji’s fault. For example, nobody could have predicted the Metz insolvency (who should have produced the Fujifilm branded flash). But for one reason or another, we waited and waited… and it never came.

But back at the X-Pro2 launch in January, Fujifilm was sure: the EF-X500 will hit the market in May 2016.

Well, something went wrong… again… and Fuji just officially said the release has been pushed back again to September 2016. Here is the google translated press release.

PRESS RELEASE
Digital camera “X Series” for accessories

“Clip-on flash EF-X500” release postponed News
May 31, 2016

FUJIFILM Corporation
Customers Dear

Dear Thank you thick continued patronage Fujifilm product.

For “clip-on flash EF-X500” currently in development, but it had been expected to launch around May 2016, because it takes time to develop than originally expected, by the time 2016 September sale I have decided that I am allowed to postpone.

Thank you as you look forward for your understanding.
Record

product name
Clip-on flash EF-X500
Release date
<Initial> 2016 5 released around May
<After change> 2016 September sale time
※ as soon as they are determined with regard to the specific release date, it will guide you at our Web site.

Fujifilm’s Wonderland :: Follow FujiRumors, and See How Deep the Fuji Rabbit Hole Really Goes!

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IT’S RUMOR TIME

The X-Pro2 was just the beginning of the hottest rumor year we have EVER had here on FujiRumors!

The X-T2, New Lenses, Medium Format Rumors, New Kaizen Firmware, Photokina Rumors (!!!) and let’s see what else our sources will be able to pull out of their magic hat to keep the X-shooter World excited! ;-)

Together, we will bring you deep into the secrets of Fuji’s Wonderland… and if that sounds fun to you, then don’t miss anything and follow FR on Facebook and Twitter. Join now the by far largest, 100% free and independent Fuji X website & community on the world-wide web!

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Fujifilm X-T2 coming June or July? And the Answer is….

X-T2 annoucement

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So what… when will the Fujifilm X-T2 be announced… in June or July?

It’s not that easy to give a definitive answer… the earthquake in Japan, the strong X-Pro2 sales, last minutes bugs and what not can influence Fuji’s decision about the X-T2 launch anytime.

But, looking at the way things are going at the moment, everything is pointing towards…

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My Vintage X70 (Not for Weak Hearted !!! ) :: Fuji Quality Issues? :: Why ISO 200 :: & More Top FXF Threads & Images!

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First outing with the 100-400 (XT-1) shared by robertd

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General Discussion

shared by Fujica Fuji Quality issues?

shared by MSW Why ISO 200?

shared by Derek MacPhail X-T1 Price Drop – When and how much?

shared by Patrick FR Fujifilm 2015 Financial Report Online: Good News for X-series!

Fuji X Cameras

X-Pro1 / X-Pro2

shared by Mrvinyl Creating Lossless ACROS Files

shared by harpax Does the Fujifilm LC-XPro1 Leather Case fit the X-Pro2?

shared by James Conley X-Pro2 and Radio Triggers

X-T1 / X-T10

shared by chudlyfudly X-T1 Freezing

shared by peperr X-T10 + 35/2 issue

shared by Fred4hp Handgrip with Mounting Plates

X100(S+T)/X70

shared by FujiGlitch My vintage X70 (not for weak hearted) – Would you ever do that with your camera????

Fuji X Lenses

shared by yukosteel Fuji XF 27mm 2.8 – disassembled

shared by yukosteel Disassembly – XF 50-140mm rear area

shared by yukosteel Warning, Fuji 50-140mm – bad deal from one of official US Fuji Dealer

ACCESSORIES / FLASH

shared by ltitle Recommendations for small shoulder day pouch for X-T1 with 18mm f/2 + one small lens

shared by shadowchaser Nissin i40 Flash AF assist light don´t work with X-T1

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X-Pro 2 Does Pro Rugby shared by thedwp

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landscapes with fuji x shared by Don Pino

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ANNOUNCED :: Fujinon XF 2.0x Teleconverter :: LIVE BLOGGING :: New 23mmF1.4 Lens Hood

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LIVE BLOGGING
Refresh This Page for the Latest Updates

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Pre-order Options

2.0x Teleconverter: USA: BHphoto / AmazonUS / Adorama
XF23mmF1.4 Lens Hood LH-XF23: USA: BHphoto

Top Things To Know

  • 2.0x Teleconverter costs $449 in USA (same price of 1.4x Teleconverter) – £349 in UK
  • Will be release in mid June
  • It’s weather sealed
  • As of now, only 2 lenses are compatible with the 2.0x TC: the 50-140 and the 100-400.
  • A firmware update will be released at the beginning of June (2.0x TC support for 50-140 and 100-400)
  • Phase Detection works only with the 50-140. The 100-400 + 2.0x TC works with Contast Detection
  • The aperture becomes two f-stops higher

FIRST LOOKS

2.0x Teleconverter: jonasrask / michalkrause / bencherryphotos /

OFFICIAL PRODUCT PAGE, SAMPLES & PRESS RELEASE

2.0x Teleconverter: Official Press Release / Product Page with Samples /
XF23mmF1.4 Lens Hood LH-XF23: Fuji Accessory Page /

FULL PRESS RELEASE
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RUMOR :: Fuji X100T Successor still with 23mm lens! (SRP)

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In the past I’ve shared an anonymous rumor, which said that the X100T successor will have a 18.5mm lens (28 equiv.). Well, I have to correct that now, since, according to a source right in the past, the X100T successor will still have a 23mm (35mm equiv.) lens.

And looking at the Poll results, that’s a good news for most out there.

Which equivalent focal length would you prefer?

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But does this mean it will be the same lens of the X100, X100S and X100T? I don’t think so. While the X100T successor will keep the classic 23mm focal length, a SRP told us here that Fuji is designing a new lens. And considering that the camera will very likely feature the new X-TransIII sensor (rumor here), it makes perfectly sense to me… new sensor – new lens.

That’s if for now… stay tuned for more rumors :-)

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TOP OF THE SHOTS at the X-shooter Facebook Zone!

Jan Strnad‎: NY fuji x100

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Here are the most liked images of the Fujirumors facebook photostream… and keep it up, share and vote your absolute favorite X-shot… and here is how to do it:

1) SHARE & DESCRIBE: go to the Fujirumors facebook timeline and submit your favorite X-shot (and a short description) in the timeline by selecting “Photo/Video” .
2) VOTE & COMMENT: All the images will be displayed at the Fujirumors facebook photostream. You can vote & comment the images there.

NOTE: The next selection will start from those images shared starting from May 5!

Enjoy the X-shots ;)

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Viki Martinić‎

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Jan Strnad‎: Sunset with surf

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Dmitry Petrichenko: Prague, 2016, fuji xe-2+23mm

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