Fujifilm X-S10 New IBIS Small Enough for Fujifilm X-E4?

Recently FujiRumors broke the rumor about the Fujifilm X-E4 to come in early 2021.

The rumor triggered a stunning number of 230+ comments, and many of them are, as to expect, speculations and wishes about the features of the Fujifilm X-E4.

One of the hot topics was if the X-E4 has IBIS or not.

At this point in time I do not know the answer to this question.

All I could do is to try to imagine if the new smaller IBIS of the Fujifilm X-S10 would fit in the small body of the Fujifilm X-E3.

So I searched long on the internet, until I found a nice and clear technical Fujifilm official sketch of the Fujifilm X-S10 IBIS.

Based on that sketch, I was able to virutally mount the IBIS unit of the X-S10 with high accuracy on the Fujifilm X-E3.

The result is clear: it fits!

And not only it fits, but it seems that it would leave still enough room for the other components, as it would not take away precious space to the EVF, the battery compartment, etc.

Again, I have no idea if the Fujifilm X-E4 will have IBIS (and if anyone out there knows the answer to this question, feel free to let me know via fujirumor@gmail.com or via personal message on social media).

But it certainly looks like if Fujifilm wanted, they could squeeze IBIS into the Fujifilm X-E4, of course provided that the X-E4 keeps the body size of the X-E3 and doesn’t make the X-E4 much smaller than the current X-E3, which is another thing I have no idea of (if X-E4 will have same size of X-E3).

So, there is still a lot we have to find out about the Fujifilm X-E4, and if you are interested, then you should definitely follow FujiRumors.

With all that said… take care, share love, take pictures and see you soon in the next article.

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ePhotozine Fujinon XF50mm f/1.0 Review: “Top Tier Performance, Impressive Chromatic Aberration Performance… Magical!”

So, you are waiting for your pre-ordered Fujinon XF50mm f/1.0 to finally be shipped?

Well, then don’t read this post, or it will just make the waiting harder ;).

ePhotozine’s has just published their Fujinon XF50mm f/1.0 review, and it’s a very positive one.

For example, they write:

we suddenly realized we have shot about three times as many images than usual for a review. Clearly there is something that really gels with this Fujinon lens. It has that sense of being a “pixie dust” optic, one that has a little magic attached to it.

I like the reference they make to its “magic”, because Fujifilm deliberately tried to “copy” the magic of the Fujinon XF35mmF1.4. How? Well, Jonas Rask said it best:

The images coming from XF50mm f/1 R WR has those exact same undefinable traits that makes me love my XF35mm f/1.4 so much. The sharpness that is sharp, yet not overly sharp. A flattering kind of sharpness that seems more rounded, organic and less digital/clinical.

[…]You know that “magic” that everyone is referring to when talking about the old XF35mm f/1.4? […] The focus on making a character lens instead of a “perfect” lens. And that is EXACTLY what the XF50mm f/1 R WR is. A lens full of character, but not a perfect optical creation.

Now, Fujifilm can easily create clinically perfect sharp lenses (just look at the XF80mmF2.8 for example), but evidently this time, considering the goal of this lens, they decided that creating one with a special character was the smarter way to go.

Let’s move on.

As for the chromatic aberration, which is a serious challenge for any ultra-fast lens out there, ePhotozine writes:

CA (Chromatic Aberration) performance is also very impressive, centrally being close to zero as we stop down slightly. The edges are also kept under one half of a pixel, which is very satisfactory.

PROS:

  • Excellent sharpness
  • Low CA
  • Low flare
  • Low distortion
  • Portrait friendly at open aperture
  • Weather-resistant
  • Handles light sources at night well
  • Balances well with camera body

CONS:

Verdict:

[…] It performs really well, right in the top tier […]. Focusing is razor accurate. It is an absolute joy to use on the Fujifilm X-T4. It is an exciting lens to use, and has the aforementioned “pixie dust” magic ingredient. […] Overall, it has to be Highly Recommended.

You can read the full review and see the charts at ePhotozine here.

As you might know, Fujifilm is currently overwhelmed by the huge amount of pre-orders, a Fujifilm manager officially apologized for the shipping delay during the X summit, and here on FujiRumors it skyrocketed to the very top of the 2020 lens sales, far ahead of any other Fujinon lens.

Fujifilm crafted a massive winner.

Let’s hope they will also be able to ship it one day!!!

CORRECTION: Fujifilm Spain Says Classic Negative Firmware for Fujifilm X-T3 is NOT Confirmed… and I Wouldn’t Lose Hope Yet!

False Alarm

Just yesterday we reported how Fujifilm Spain said that the next X-T3 firmware update will include Classic Negative film simulation.

Now Fujifilm Spain is correcting their statement. They deleted the comment they made on Instagram and they contacted the Spanish website Fujistas and told them:

We have no official confirmation as to whether the new firmware update for the Fujifilm X-T3 camera will include the Classic Negative film simulation mode

Fujifilm Spain told Fujistas that they confused X-T3 with X-S10 (the latter one has Classic Negative).

That’s a huge pity, but if I was a Fujifilm X-T3 shooter, I wouldn’t give up hope.

Is there Still Hope?

Implementing Classic Negative to the Fujifilm X-T3 is something Fujifilm can do rather easily, as it shares the same processor of the X-T4 and X-S10. And I strongly believe that at some point somebody at the Japanese Fujifilm HQ will have a momentary lapse of reason and give out the order to put Classic Negative into the X-T3!

My idea? (not rumor)

Fujifilm might just want to wait a little bit longer to bring Classic Negative to the X-T3, to protect even more X-T4 sales, which started shipping only 6 months ago in the middle of a worldwide pandemic putting the world under lockdown and causing a worldwide economic crisis… not the best conditions to launch a new camera.

Don’t get me wrong, the X-T4 is like all other X-Tx cameras a hot seller for Fujifilm, but given how amazing* 2020 was so far, it probably didn’t meet the very high target sales Fujifilm envisioned for this camera.

Giving the X-T4 a little “artificial” firmware advantage helps a bit to bring its sales more in line with what Fujifilm was expecting and hoping.

And guys, we all want Fujifilm to survive and possibly even flourish in the camera market, and hence we must accept a bit of Realpolitik because of that.

With all that said, once X-T4 sales are better and probably passed its peak [which I expect to be in early spring 2021], I am confident Fujifilm will give us Classic Negative also on the X-T3.

*sarcastic statement

Fujifilm Spain: Classic Negative Film Simulation Coming to Fujifilm X-T3 via Firmware Update on October 28 – UPDATE

UPDATE: Fujifilm Spain has now deleted the comment and told to Spanish news sites that Classic Negative for X-T3 is not confirmed. Read all details here.

Fujifilm has recently officially announced a major firmware update for Fujifilm X-T3 to come on October 28.

To know what it will bring, check out this post.

Missing from the official list of features is the lovely Classic Negative film simulation (which I love to use for my street photos).

But there is hope!

According to a report by the Spanish website Fujistas, they got confirmation from Fujifilm Spain that Classic Negative will be included in the big Fujifilm X-T3 firmware 4.00 update of late October. And indeed, if you look at Fujifilm Spain Instagram, you can see they told to their followers that Classic Negative will be included.

So, let’s cross fingers. I really love Classic Negative on my X-T4, and I strongly hope that also all X-T3 shooters will soon be able to enjoy this beautiful film simulation, too.

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LIVE EVENT COVERAGE BELOW

  • Fujifilm manager introduces new building dedicated to Fujifilm X/GFX series development
  • Fujinon XF50mmF1.0: has potential to open new possibilities for photographers and videographers.
  • XF50mmF1.0 enjoys strong preorders. Manager apologizes for the delay. Fujifilm is preparing to increase capacity

XF10-24mmF4 R OIR WR

XF10-24mmF4 WR press release

  • XF10-24mmF4 is one of most popular lenses of X series. Fujifilm maintains optical quality, but improves build quality.
  • XF10-24mmF4 has 1 stop better OIS. Combined with X-T4 it has 6.5 stops OIS
  • marked aperture ring was requested by users, and Fujifilm listened
  • XF10-24mmF4 available November 2020

Roadmap

New Official Lens Roadmap

  • XF70-300mmF4-5.6 will be compatible with 1.4x and 2x teleconverters. Reach up to 900mm (in 35mm format)
  • launch next year (2021)
  • XF18mmF1.4
  • the pancake style 18mmF2 was designed for mobility, but this lens is designed to prioritize image quality. Sharp image all over frame with no distortion
  • XF18mmF1.4 will be available within next year (2021)

X-S10

Fujifilm X-S10 Press Release

  • X-Trans 4 + X Processor 4 (same of X-T4)
  • has all film simulations of X-T4
  • has IBIS with 5 axis 6 stops
  • 4K30p
  • vary angle LCD
  • Fujifilm took a different approach in terms of design. X-S10 achieve functional beauty with straight and curved lines
  • grip is very comfortable
  • has built-in flash
  • small camera with high functionality is something many customers desire
  • task was to make IBIS fit in smaller camera
  • IBIS was a must have function for this camera
  • X-S10 has much smaller IBIS than X-T4
  • they reduced size of the parts needed to boost the power of the IBIS
  • up to 6 stops IBIS
  • X-S10 has best AF system in X series lineup
  • focuses in 0.02 seconds
  • -7EV low light AF
  • X-S10 has AUTO mode. Not new to Fuji system. But AUTO mode will chose automatically best film simulation, dynamic range, clarity, color chrome effect etc. All applied automatically
  • The talk film simulations and say “Your style, our color”
  • released schedueld in November, and $999 for body only

Firmware Updates

Firmware X-T3 Announcement

  • Fujifilm X-T3 will get an update
  • -7 EV low light AF
  • faster Autofocus
  • intelligent Face/Eye detection AF
  • available for download in 2 weeks (28th of October)

X-S10 / XF10-24mmF4 Coverage

 

Fujifilm launches Mirrorless Digital camera “FUJIFILM X-S10”

Fujifilm launches mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM X-S10”

– Compact and lightweight body with new in-body image stabilization and accurate AF that attains focus in as fast as 0.02 seconds
– Excellent operability and proprietary color reproduction to achieve superior image
– Full-fledged video production with smooth 4K video in rich colors

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Fujifilm launches FUJINON Lens XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR

Fujifilm launches FUJINON Lens XF10-24mmF4 R OIS WR

– A compact ultra-wide angle zoom lens with excellent optical performance
– Weather-resistant structure and optical image stabilization to produce high-quality images in a wide range of shooting scenes
– Broadening the joy of photography with the X Series of mirrorless digital cameras with advanced operability

Press Release

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Fujifilm to Release Free Firmware Update – Upgrading the AF performance of the FUJIFILM X-T3

To our customers

FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) plans to release free firmware update for the “FUJIFILM X-T3” (X-T3) on October 28, 2020.

The update will improve the autofocusing performance of the X-T3 to the same level as the “FUJIFILM X-T4” (X-T4).  This firmware will boost the AF speed, the camera’s AF tracking performance and the Face / Eye AF. In addition, the size of the AF area can now be adjusted during video recording. The update will bring new life to the X-T3, adding greater speed to make a great camera even better.

Main updated features:

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Fujifilm X-S10 Additional Specs (Size and Weight) and Product Images Leaked

Nokishita shared additional specs about the Fujifilm X-S10 (size and weight) and more product images:

  • X-S10: 126 x 85.1 x 65.4
    X-T4:    134.6 x 92.8 x 63.8
    X-T30: 118.4 x 82.8 x 46.8
  • X-S10 weights  465g
    X-T30 weights 383g
    X-T4 weights 607g

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