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XF 10-24 announced! Press-release and price $1000 (new hand grip announced too)

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PR-ORDER (and support FR)

XF 10-24 pre-orders: USA: AmazonUS / BHphoto / Adorama / Pictureline / DigitalRev / EUROPE: DigitalRev / PCHstore / AmazonDE / AmazonUK / wexphotographic

Press-releases

– Press release at digitalcamerareview: “available in March 2014 for $999.95.”

ephotozine press release here: “The lens will be available from March 2014 in the UK, at an SRP of £849.99.”

dslrmagazine press release (Spanish) here.

photoscala press release (Geman) here. The price will be of €999.

hand grip: “Fujifilm Corporation (President: Shigehiro Nakajima) has announced that it will release two new hand grips, the MHG-XPRO and MHG-XE, which provide enhanced grip and hold for the X-Pro1 and X-E1/E2, plus allow access to the battery and memory card slot without removing the grip.” Press release here.

Press release at Fujifillm‘s global website here.

FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Shigehiro Nakajima) is proud to announce the launch of the FUJINON XF10-24mmF4 R OIS lens compatible with all Fujifilm X mount compact system cameras.

The new FUJINON XF lens is a 2.4x zoom lens — equivalent to 15-36mm in 35mm format. Its ultra wide to standard focal length capabilities make it the perfect choice for shooting dynamic, high impact landscapes images with maximum detail from the foreground to the far distance. It also comes into its own when shooting interiors, making small rooms look more impressive, while the maximum F4.0 aperture that is available throughout the zoom range, enables handheld shooting even in low light conditions.

Fujifilm’s introduction of the FUJINON XF10-24mmF4 R OIS means its X mount series can now boast (in 35mm equivalent) focal length options ranging from 15mm to 350mm.

Key features on the FUJINON XF10-24mm lens

  • Newly designed optical system with 4 high-precision aspherical lenses and 3 extra low dispersion glass lenses which maximize performance of the X-Trans sensor.
  • A powerful Optical Image Stabilization function which boosts the ability to work handheld when shooting in low light.
  • Ghosting is minimized by Fujifilm’s unique HT-EBC* multi-layer coating that is applied to all sides of FUJINON lenses.
  • An additional newly developed coating has been added to the reverse side of the front lens in the XF10-24mm lens composition to further reduce the ghosting that typically occurs when using deep concave lenses.
  • Enhanced resolving power at all apertures when used in-conjunction with an X-series camera** that incorporates a Lens Modulation Optimizer (LMO) function.
  • Seven-blade aperture diaphragm that helps to create smooth and round bokeh effects.
  • The ability to shoot at an aperture of F4.0 from the lens’ ultra-wide 15mm focal length to its longest at 36mm.
  • A minimum working distance of 24cm means that with macro photography you can capture both the small foreground detail and the wider surroundings to give your subject greater context.
  • Its high-speed AF is achieved via its inner focusing system which drives smaller lenses in the middle or rear lens groups without moving the larger lenses in the front lens groups
  • Thanks to light weight internal lenses and the addition of a stepping motor, the XF10-24mm lens is also very quiet to use.
  • With its precision-made, responsive, and finely-tuned metal aperture and focus rings, you are ensured a superb handling experience.
Type XF10-24mmF4 R OIS
Lens configuration 14 elements in 10 groups (includes 4 aspherical and 3 extra low dispersion elements)
Focal length
(35mm format equivalent)
f=10 – 24mm
(15 – 36mm)
Angle of view 110° – 61.2°
Max. aperture F4
Min. aperture F22
Aperture control
  • Number of blades : 7(rounded diaphragm opening)
  • Step size : 1/3EV (16 steps)
Focus range
Normal
0.5m – ∞
Macro
24cm – 3m
Max. magnification 0.16x (Telephoto)
External dimensions : Diameter x Length* (approx.)
* distance from camera lens mount flange
ø78.0mm x 87mm(Wide) / 87mm(Telephoto)
Weight* (approx.)
*excluding caps and hoods
410g
Filter size ø72mm

It’s coming! XF 10-24mm announcement leaked at Photography Monthly (now removed)!

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For a very short time the entire press-release of the XF10-24 was online at photographymonthly. The bad news: I was at work so I wasn’t able to read it. All that remains are a few lines at the news-reader silobreaker.com. Anyway, a leaked press-release is a strong indicator of the fact that an official announcement is imminent!

I can’t tell you when exactly it will be announced… all I can say is that I’ll be there, ready to do some live blogging for you!

Follow Fujirumors on  facebook and twitter and you won’t miss the announcement.

thanks to the FR-reader who send me the link to silobreaker.com!

stay tuned,

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UK price (ukdigital-store): XF 56mm f/1.2 £999 (spring 2014) + 10-24mm £799 (NOV-DEC)

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An anonymous FR-reader told me that UK-store “ukdigital” is already taking pre-orders on the XF10-24 and XF 56 lenses. The first will be sold for £799 and be available in NOV-DEC while the portrait lens will be the most expensive Fujinon lens with a price tag of £999 and it will be shipped in spring 2014!

Here is the product description for both lenses:

P.S.: I’ve been told by an anonymous FR-reader that Adorama is shipping the XF23mm lens.

cheers
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56mm

The Fujinon XF56mm F1.2 R lens is the new f1.2 aperture fast prime lens for Fujifilm X Mount digital cameras. The XF56mm has an equivalent focal length of 84mm, combined with high quality optics, and fast aperture is perfect for close cropped portrait photography. The fast aperture allows beautiful blurring of backgrounds, making the subject matter stand out.

RELEASE DATE: SPRING 2014

10-24mm

The Fujinon XF10-24mm f4 R OIS lens is the new FUJINON ultra-wide short zoom lens for Fujifilm X Mount digital cameras. The 10-24mm focal length is equivalent to 15-36mm to give super wide angle, perfect for sweeping landscapes, interior shots, or any other ultra wide application.

RELEASE DATE: NOV – DEC 2013.

XF 56mm £999
XF 23mm (£849 at AmazonUK)… ($899 at AmazonUS)
XF 10-24mm £799
XF 14mm (£696 at AmazonUK) … ($899 at AmazonUS)
XF 55-200 (£649 at AmazonUK) … ($699 at AmazonUS)
XF 18-55 (£479 at AmazonUK) …. ($699 at AmazonUS)
XF 60mm £465 …………..…….. ($649 at AmazonUS)
XF 18mm £429 …………..…….. ($599 at AmazonUS)
XF 35mm £429 …………..…….. ($599 at AmazonUS)
XF 27mm £379 ………..……….. ($449 at AmazonUS)

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Full Fuji lens roadmap and press release!

 

 

Fujifilm Announces Roadmap For New XF Lenses For The X-Pro1 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera System

Valhalla, N.Y., June 25, 2012 (EMBARGO UNTIL 10:00 PM ET) – FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced plans to offer an expanded selection of FUJINON XF lenses for the FUJIFILM X-Pro1 Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera System that will offer a wide range of new shooting opportunities for professional and advanced photographers. From super wide single length focus to telephoto lenses, users will now be able to freely choose which XF lenses match their shooting style, and allow them to experience the extraordinary image quality of the FUJIFILM X-Pro1 in a variety of new ways.

Fall 2012
Beginning in the fall of 2012, Fujifilm will introduce two new bright and fast aperture prime FUJINON XF lenses: the XF14mm (21mm) F2.8 single focal length lens and the XF18mm-55mm (27-84mm) F2.8-F4 lens.

Each of the new XF lenses are designed to deliver sharp, clear images of unmatched quality with precise aperture control, and beautiful bokeh effects thanks to the design of the molded aperture diaphragm blades. The blades are curved to create a circular image at all aperture settings, while the very edges of each blade are meticulously rounded off rather than cut off, to deliver more pleasing images.

Early 2013
Then in early 2013, Fujifilm will also deliver three more high performance single focal length lenses that include the XF56mm (84mm) F1.4 lens, the pancake XF27mm (41mm) F2.8 lens and the XF23mm (35mm) F1.4 lens.

Middle 2013
Then in middle 2013, Fujifilm will launch a telephoto XF55mm-200mm (83-300mm) F3.5-F4.8 lens and the super wide zoom XF10mm-24mm (15-36mm) F4 lens, both with optical image stabilization.

“The FUJIFILM X-Pro1 is an amazing professional grade camera that delivers outstanding image quality, and we are very excited to announce our plans for an expanded line of new XF lenses that will bring even more functionally to the X-Pro1 system,” said Go Miyazaki, division president, Imaging and Electronic Imaging Divisions, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. “These new premium FUJIFILM XF lenses are designed to deliver stunning image results, and they also fit seamlessly with the build and beauty of the FUJIFILM X-Pro1.”

The award-winning FUJIFILM X-Pro1 digital camera features a custom-developed 16MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensorTM that incorporates a newly developed filter array and Fujifilm’s proprietary EXR Processor technology. The FUJIFILM X-Pro1 delivers superlative image quality that rivals currently available mid and high-end DSLR models. The FUJIFILM X-Pro1 also features the unmatched 2nd Generation Hybrid Multi Viewfinder, a gorgeous magnesium alloy chassis, and an improved user interface for easy and intuitive operation.

To see amazing images taken with FUJIFILM X-Series cameras, please visit:http://fujifilm-x.com/photographers/en/index.html.

Pricing and availability will be announced at or near the launch time.

About Fujifilm
FUJIFILM North America Corporation, a marketing subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation, consists of five operating divisions and one subsidiary company. The Imaging Division sells consumer and commercial photographic products and services including film, one-time-use cameras, online photo services and fulfillment, digital printing equipment and service. The Electronic Imaging Division markets consumer digital cameras. The Motion Picture Division provides motion picture film, and the Graphic Systems Division supplies products and services to the printing industry. The Optical Devices Division provides binoculars, and optical lenses for closed circuit television, videography, cinematography, broadcast and industrial markets. FUJIFILM Canada Inc. markets a range of Fujifilm products and services. For more information, please visitwww.fujifilmusa.com/northamerica, or go to www.twitter.com/fujifilmus to follow Fujifilm on Twitter. To receive news and information direct from Fujifilm via RSS, subscribe at www.fujifilmusa.com/rss.

FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, Tokyo, Japan, brings continuous innovation and leading-edge products to a broad spectrum of industries, including electronic imaging, digital printing equipment, medical systems, life sciences, graphic arts, flat panel display materials, and office products, based on a vast portfolio of digital, optical, fine chemical and thin film coating technologies. The company was among the top 17 companies around the world granted U.S. patents in 2011, and in the year ended March 31, 2012, had global revenues of $27.8 billion*. Fujifilm is committed to environmental stewardship and good corporate citizenship. For more information, please visit www.fujifilmholdings.com.
* At an exchange rate of 79 yen to the dollar.