Nikon Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7 Lens Officially Announced

Nikon has expanded its range of Nikkor Z DX lenses with the introduction of the Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7. The US price of the lens is $279 and it will be available beginning in mid-June. Check availability at AmazonB&HPhotoAdorama

Designed for its APS-C mirrorless camera system this lens offers a field of view equivalent to 36mm on full-frame. The Nikkor Z DX 24mm F/1.7 Is Nikon’s First Mirrorless DX Prime Lens.

Its optical formula consists of 9 elements in 8 groups, while it weighs 135g (0.3 pounds) and has a 46mm filter thread. Below are the key specifications of Nikkor Z DX 24mm F1.7 lens: Continue reading “Nikon Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7 Lens Officially Announced”

Fujifilm XApp Ver. 1.02 Released for iOS and Android

As you know the Fujifilm XApp replaces the old Camera Remote app for users of supported cameras and will be the new default going forward. Fujifilm has just released version 1.02 for their Fujifilm X App for iOS here and for Android here.

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $1,299: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $999 at AmazonB&HAdorama

Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: $799 at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Compatible models

The newly introduced FUJIFILM X-S20 mirrorless digital camera is manufactured to automatically be compatible with the new FUJIFILM XApp without added firmware.
Additionally, the following GFX System and X Series models are also compatible, subject to downloading of Fujifilm’s latest firmware release:

FUJIFILM GFX100, FUJIFILM GFX100S, FUJIFILM GFX50S II, FUJIFILM X-H2S, FUJIFILM X-H2, FUJIFILM X-Pro3, FUJIFILM X-T5, FUJIFILM X-T4, FUJIFILM X-T3, FUJIFILM X-T30 II, FUJIFILM X-T30, FUJIFILM X-S10, FUJIFILM X-E4, FUJIFILM X100V

See also FUJIFILM firmware update – May 24, 2023

FUJIFILM firmware update – May 24, 2023

Many FUJIFILM cameras got new firmware updates that bring support for the newly launched XApp as well as some minor “setup menu setting functions” optimization. These cameras include the following models:

GFX Series Camera Body

X Series Camera Body

At X Summit BKK 2023 (see live blog here), Fujifilm has updated its range of mirrorless cameras with the introduction of the Fujifilm X-S20 and the new Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 lens. In addition the company released firmware updates for 13 camera bodies for both GFX and X-Series models.

The    will be available from the end of June 2023 priced at $1299 while the  XF 8mm F3.5 Lens will be available for $799 at the same time.

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $1,299: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $999 at AmazonB&HAdorama

Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: $799 at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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AstrHori 18mm f/8 2X Probe Macro Lens Announced

AstrHori 18mm f/8 2X Probe Macro Lens: Amazon

AstrHori Introduces the First APS-C 2X Macro Probe Lens — 18mmF8
Let everyone realize creative, macro photography.

AstrHori announces the APS-C 18mm f/8 2x Macro Probe Lens for Sony E, Fuji X, Canon RF, EF, Nikon Z and more mounts.
The lens will be officially launched on May 29th on Amazon, AliExpress, independent stations and other platforms.
The lens is now on sale for an impressively-low price of just USD 719, EUR 999, JPY 119,599, GBP 879, MXN 14,369, CAD 989.

Following the launch of the 28mmF13 2X macro probe lens, the 18mmF8 2X macro macro probe lens is launched. I don’t know if there will be a 28mmF13 second-generation lens, let us look forward to it. Continue reading “AstrHori 18mm f/8 2X Probe Macro Lens Announced”

New “Fujifilm XApp” Smartphone App for the GFX / X Series Digital Cameras

Fujifilm announced the launch of “Fujifilm XApp”, a new app for use with the GFX / X Series of digital cameras. The app will be released for download on May 25, 2023.

FUJIFILM already has a camera remote app on the market, but some were complaining about limited functionality including connectivity issues between their FUJIFILM cameras and smart devices.

The new XApp is addressing exactly those issues. FUJIFILM is advertising the new XApp with seamless, quicker connectivity.

The second new feature of the XApp is that you can transfer images while the camera is still recording or even when it is completely powered off. The App also comes with a new high-contrast design in black and white for better visibility. When you connect your camera via Bluetooth, you have a live view function and can control start/stop recording next to your camera settings, like aperture, ISO, and shutter speed.

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $1,299: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $999 at AmazonB&HAdorama

Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: $799 at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Continue reading “New “Fujifilm XApp” Smartphone App for the GFX / X Series Digital Cameras”

Fujifilm X-S20 and XF 8mm F3.5 R WR Lens Officially Announced, Available for Pre-Order

Fujifilm has just officially announced the new mid-range  camera and XF 8mm F3.5 Lens at X Summit BKK 2023 (see live blog here). The Fujifilm X-S20 will be available from the end of June 2023 priced at $1299 while the XF 8mm f/3.5 will be available for $799 at the same time.

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $1,299: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $999 at AmazonB&HAdorama

Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: $799 at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Continue reading “Fujifilm X-S20 and XF 8mm F3.5 R WR Lens Officially Announced, Available for Pre-Order”

Fujifilm X-S20 & XF 8mm f/3.5 Announcement Live At Fujifilm X Summit

Fujifilm has updated its range of mirrorless cameras with the introduction of the Fujifilm X-S20. Plus, a new Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 lens has been announced.

Fujifilm X-S20: B&H Photo / Amazon
Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: B&H Photo / Amazon

Features on the Fujifilm X-S20, announced at the Fujifilm X Summit, include a 26MP X-Trans 4 sensor, X Processor 5, and 7-stop, 5-axis IBIS which improves on the X-S10. 750 shots will be possible per charge with the NP-W235. Video is captured at 6.2K as well as 4K and Full HD with a new VLOG option available on the mode dial so you can quickly access video functions.

An XF 8mm f/3.5 lens has also been announced and it’s the widest lens currently available in the Fujifilm X-mount. It gives a 112-degree angle of view that’s the same as most smartphones produce and has a 12mm effective focal length. The XF 8mm f/3.5 weighs 215g and measures just 52.8mm. 62mm filters fit the lens.

Price & Availability: The Fujifilm X-S20 will be available from the end of June 2023 priced at $1299 while the XF 8mm f/3.5 will be available for $799 at the same time.

Continue reading “Fujifilm X-S20 & XF 8mm f/3.5 Announcement Live At Fujifilm X Summit”

Canon EOS R100 Camera & RF 28mm F2.8 STM Pancake Lens Announced

Canon has introduced an entry-level EOS R100 camera to its EOS R range along with a small and light RF 28mm f/2.8 STM lens. The US price for Canon EOS R100 body is $479, now available for pre-order at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon. The US price for Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM lens is $299, now available for pre-order at  B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon. Both EOS R100 and RF 28mm f/2.8 STM lens will be released in July 2023.

The Canon EOS R 100 is an entry-level mirrorless camera featuring a 24.1 megapixel, APS-C sensor and Dual Pixel CMOS AF while the RF 28mm f/1.8 STM is a compact and lightweight full-frame RF prime pancake lens. Continue reading “Canon EOS R100 Camera & RF 28mm F2.8 STM Pancake Lens Announced”

Canon EOS R100 and Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM Lens Announcement Soon

Canon will soon announce the new Canon EOS R100 APS-C entry-level camera and RF 28mm f/2.8 STM Lens. The US price of the upcoming Canon EOS R100 & RF 28mm f/2.8 STM Lens already leaked online.

Canon EOS R100

  • Canon EOS R100 Body: $479
  • Canon EOS R100/ RF-S18-45 IS STM Lens Kit: $599
  • Canon EOS R100 Double Zoom Kit (18-45mm & 55-210mm): $829
  • Off-Camera Shoe Cord OC-E4A: $180

Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM Lens

  • RF 28mm f/2.8 STM Lens: $299
  • Lens Hood EW-55: $45

Continue reading “Canon EOS R100 and Canon RF 28mm f/2.8 STM Lens Announcement Soon”

Fujifilm X-S20 to Cost $1,299 and Fujifilm XF 8mm F3.5 R WR Lens for $799

Fujifilm will officially announce and XF 8mm F3.5 Lens at “X Summit BKK 2023″ on May 24, 2023. Here are the rumored price info and updated specs that have been leaked on the web.

  • Fujifilm X-S20: $1,299
  • Fujifilm XF 8mm F3.5 R WR Lens: $799

Fujifilm  X-S10 is now for $999, so Fujifilm X-S20 is a 30% price more expensive than Fujifilm X-S10. The price of the X-S20 seems to be significantly higher than the X-S10, but it may be unavoidable because the prices of cameras from other companies have also been raised.

Also, Fujifilm  XF 8mm F3.5 R WR lens is not cheap ( $799), but is it reasonable for a lens with sharp specs of 12mm equivalent ultra-wide angle. Continue reading “Fujifilm X-S20 to Cost $1,299 and Fujifilm XF 8mm F3.5 R WR Lens for $799”