Fujifilm X100VI: Monthly Production Set at 15,000 Units – Can it Satisfy Overwhelming Demand?

Nikkei reports that the initial monthly production for the Fujifilm X100VI will be 15,000 units, equivalent to the Fujifilm X-S20 initial production, which faced shipping challenges.

But will it be enough to satisfy demand?

Because to my knowledge, the Fujifilm X100VI has garnered an unprecedented number of preorders, surpassing all previous Fujifilm models by a large margin.

And while this success is excellent for Fujifilm, the allocated 15,000 units per month may fall short of meeting the overwhelming demand. And with social media fueling the X100VI hype, the demand is not likely to slow down in the coming weeks and months.

I can comprehend if many of you, myself included, are growing concerned about the possibility of the X100VI experiencing shipping challenges similar to those faced by various other Fujifilm X gear in recent years.

But whether and how quickly preorders are shipped doesn’t just rely on the current production rate. It also depends on how well Fujifilm prepared in the months leading up. Let’s hope they’ve been producing plenty of X100VI units in recent weeks to avoid extended waiting times due to the high demand.

One certainty remains: the demand is exceptionally high. While this is undoubtedly positive for Fujifilm, I hope the impact on customers awaiting the shipment of the X100VI won’t be too severe.

And in fact, I just participated in the Fujifilm USA tech talk. During the session, the Fuji representative assured that the shipping situation for the X100VI will be an improvement compared to the “V.” However, given the overwhelming popularity of the X100VI, he advised preordering to secure your unit at the earliest opportunity.

vai Nikkei via dclife

X RAW Studio Adds Fujifilm X100VI Support

Fujifilm X RAW studio added support for Fujifilm X100VI.

X RAW Studio ver.1.22.0 – download here
The software update Ver.1.22.0 incorporates the following issues:

  1. Applicable model for the “FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO” is added.
    Applicable model : FUJIFILM X100VI
  2. A bug is fixed that prevented the application from starting with Ver.1.20.1 under macOS11 or lower operating systems.

Pre-Orders

Fujifilm X100VI Preorders Available at Amazon Now!

The Fujifilm X100VI is finally available for preorder also at Amazon USA here.

You can order the black version here and the silver version here.

UPDATE: it looks like Amazon open and closes orders all the time. No idea why. Check the links regularly to see if they are open.

Pre-Orders

Fujifilm X100VI Announced – Reviews & Pre-Orders Now! LIVE BLOG

Fujifilm X100VI Launch Blog
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The wonderful Fujifilm X100VI is now reality!!!

Pre-Orders

X100VI – Official Fujifilm Info

Fujifilm X100VI – First Looks

Mixed News

Pre-Orders

↓ Launch Videos ↓
Fuji Guys & More

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Fujifilm X Summit Starts NOW – WATCH LIVE on FujiRumors (With Surprises?)

Fujifilm X Summit – LIVE COVERAGE
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Fujifilm X Summit – The Full Coverage Live!

NOTE- LIVE BLOG HERE

  • Fujifilm CEO greetings (first time I can remember for an X summit)
  • imaging business is thriving and ready for the next 10 years
  • introducing X100VI
  • he calls it X100-SIX
  • CEO assures us that Fujifilm will continue to develop many more attractive products for years to come
  • Now Fujifilm manager takes over
  • Fujifilm is committed to photography
  • the product is X100VI
  • X100VI represents core value of Fujifilm since its foundation
  • 6 stops IBIS
  • 40MP and all the other specs we already leaked
  • optimized dials
  • Timeless Value Project
  • same lens of X100V. Can resolve 40MP. Also with WCL and TCL
  • enhance AF thanks to X Processor 5 and New AF system
  • 2 millimiter thicker and 43 grams heavier
  • new grip design
  • 6.2K/30p 4:2:2 10 bit
  • compatible with Frame.io
  • save viewfinder of X100V
  • slightly better battery life than X100V (despite IBIS)
  • X mount roadmap: XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8. Beyond ordinary kit lens
  • X App version 2 coming, with new equipment page and other features (like shutter count)
  • new firmware coming for 5th generation cameras with latest autofocus system (in spring)
  • Reala Ace will come to other 5th generation Fujifilm cameras
  • Frame.io without need of FT-XH coming via firmware
  • X100VI limited edition ($1,999)
  • next X Summit in Sydney

Fujifilm X100VI
USA: BHphoto / Amazon (black & silver) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira

Screenshots of the Event / Media Slides

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