Without much surprise, Fujifilm announced the X-Pro3 in late October. It is an evolution of the X-Pro2. The main distinguishable feature is the LCD screen: by default it is hidden, with a smaller visible screen limited to show settings, and a picture of the currently used film emulation. The screen then flip out to be… Continue reading Fujfilm X-Pro3
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Fujifilm X-T3 firmware 3.00 update
Firmware 3.00 for the Fujifilm X-T3 has been released. Here are the changes according to Fujifilm: 1. Strengthened the accuracy of face / eye detection AF performance The AF algorithm has been improved along with the accuracy of face / eye detection AF. The ability to detect faces in the distance has been enhanced by… Continue reading Fujifilm X-T3 firmware 3.00 update
Flickr and the commons
Last year, Flickr new owners changed the terms for free accounts. The new policy would lead to the deletion of user content. A lot of criticism ensued. Creative Commons worked out with Flickr new owners to make the proposal better for the commons. The new policy from Flickr, published a couple of weeks ago, confirms… Continue reading Flickr and the commons
Tetenal will survive
I recently talked about the demise of Tetenal, an essential supplier for film photography. Good news! Tetenal is being bought by an employee initiative, or to be more accurate, most of the assets to produce and sell again.
Fuji X-T30
Fujifilm just announced the Fujifilm X-T30, the less expensive version of the X-T3. A few notable differences are for example 4K video being limited to 30fps (60 on the X-T3), the rear screen that just tilt up and down. For US$900, it looks like a very good alternative if you don’t have the budget for… Continue reading Fuji X-T30
Canon EOS RP
Canon is doubling down on full-frame mirrorless and just announced the Canon EOS RP, a smaller and less expensive RF mount body to be available end of February. Probably the cheapest full frame mirrorless camera on the market. With the 6D MkII sensor it is a lower resolution as the EOS R. There is also… Continue reading Canon EOS RP
Panasonic S1
The now anticipated full frame mirrorless Panasonic S1 and S1R cameras, whose L-mount is shared with Leica, have been unveiled: S1R: US$3,699 S1: US$2,499 Also some new lenses with the label “S Pro”: 50mm f/1.4: US$2,299 70-200mm f/4 OIS: US$1,699 24-105mm f/4 Macro OIS: US$1,299 Panasonic says it’s planning to design and develop at least… Continue reading Panasonic S1
X-T3 firmware updates
Two more firmware updates are planned for the Fujifilm X-T3. A minor update, 2.10, is already available that allow recording video files bigger than 4GB on XDHC cards. And in April, Firmware 3.0 will improve Eye-AF, fast tracking and face detect. This has been Fujifilm’s forte in the X-series: improvements with firmware updates.
CineStill powdered film developer
CineStill has announced a powdered version of their film developers, one for Black & White and one for colour C-41. Beyond saving on shipping, the price of the kits themselves are more affordable. The Df96 monochrome development kit costs $16.99, while the Cs41 colour development kit costs $24.99, $3 and $1 cheaper than the liquid… Continue reading CineStill powdered film developer
Nikon Z lenses roadmap
Petapixel is reporting two Nikon Z related news. Nikon Unveils the Ultra-Wide 14-30mm f/4 S Lens for the Nikon Z, serious ultra-wide zoom lens that is smaller and lighter than the SLR equivalent (and wider). For spring 2019 at a cost of US$1,300. Nikon’s Updated Mirrorless Lens Roadmap, including a few fast primes for this… Continue reading Nikon Z lenses roadmap