Best selling cameras for 2023 at MAP Camera

Here are the best-selling new cameras for 2023 at MAP Camera Japan:

  1. Nikon Z8
  2. Nikon Zf
  3. Sony α7C II
  4. Canon EOS R6 Mark II
  5. Sony α7RV
  6. Sony α7IV
  7. Fujifilm X-T5
  8. Ricoh GR IIIx
  9. Sony α6700
  10. Canon EOS R8
  11. OM System OM-1
  12. Fujifilm X-H2
  13. Fujifilm X-T30 II
  14. Ricoh GR III
  15. Nikon Z fc
  16. Fujifilm X-S10
  17. Sony ZV-E10
  18. Leica Q3
  19. Canon EOS R10
  20. Sony ZV-E1

Via MAP Camera

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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Fujifilm X/GFX New Firmware Updates Released

Fujifilm discovered a bug happening with twelve of their cameras when used with Mac computers. The first batch of firmware had been released a few days ago here and was for the following cameras:  X-T4X-T3X-S10, GFX100S, GFX100 and GFX50S.

Now Fujifilm released a SDXC GFX/X macOS File Bug Fixed For X100VX-E4X-Pro3X-T30 IIGFX 50R and GFX 50S II. Continue reading “Fujifilm X/GFX New Firmware Updates Released”

Best Memory Cards for Fujifilm X-T30 II

Looking for the best SD memory cards for Fujifilm X-T30 II? Here are our top recommended and fastest SD cards for Fujifilm X-T30 II mirrorless camera.

The Fujifilm X-T30 II has a single SD memory card slot that supports the UHS-I SD cards.  Meaning that you can’t get any extra write speed benefit from the UHS-II SD cards, and you can easily save some money by getting a fast and reliable UHS-I SD card.  

Compact and lightweight, the Fujifilm X-T30 II is a very versatile and affordable mirrorless camera that is great for photography as well as videography, making it a perfect travel companion.

So to get the best out of your camera, here we list the top recommended SD cards for the Fujifilm X-T30 II mirrorless camera based on the speed and price. Continue reading “Best Memory Cards for Fujifilm X-T30 II”

Best Lenses for Fujifilm X-T30 II

Looking for the best lenses for Fujifilm X-T30 II? Here are our top recommended X-mount lenses for Fujifilm X-T30 II mirrorless camera.

Offering powerful stills and video features, coupled with a compact, functional design, the Fujifilm X-T30 II is a versatile mirrorless camera distinguished by advanced stills and video recording along with sleek and intuitive handling characteristics. Equipped with an APS-C-format 26.1MP X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor and the high-speed X-Processor 4 image processor, the Fujifilm X-T30 II enable fast and accurate AF of up to 0.02 seconds, blackout-free burst shooting at up to 8fps in the mechanical shutter mode and up to 30fps in the electronic shutter mode (1.25x crop), and it is capable of recording DCI/UHD 4K30 video and Full HD 1080p120 video. In addition, the Fujifilm X-T30 II is fitted with a high-resolution 1.62-million-dot three-inch tilting touchscreen LCD monitor, helping users capture stills and videos alike with ease.

Grabbing the perfect photo is never easy, but, luckily, a smart choice of lens can make your images better quality.  All lenses below have great image quality, are useful for many different types of photography, and simply give you the best value for your money.

In order to get the best out of your camera, here we collect all the recommended and most suitable lenses for Fujifilm X-T30 II mirrorless camera. Continue reading “Best Lenses for Fujifilm X-T30 II”

Pre-order Links: Fujifilm GFX 50S II, X-T30 II, GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6, XF 23mm f/1.4 & XF 33mm f/1.4

Here are the pre-order links of the newly announced , , , .

You can find the US prices and pre-order links of new Fujifilm products below.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II body: $3,999 at Amazon, B&HAdorama.

Fujifilm GFX 50S II with 35-70mm Lens Kit: $4,499 at Amazon, B&HAdorama.

Fujifilm GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR Lens: $999 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Fujifilm X-T30 II body: $899.95 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Fujifilm X-T30 II with 15-45mm Lens: $999.95 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Fujifilm X-T30 II with 18-55mm Lens: $1,299.95 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens: $899.95 at Amazon, B&HAdorama.

Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens: $799.00 at Amazon, B&HAdorama.

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Fujifilm X-T30 II, XF 33mm f/1.4 & XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR Officially Announced

Fujifilm officially announced the new Fujifilm X-T30 II mirrorless camera, XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens and XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens.

The X-T30 II is the same as its predecessor, except for its higher-resolution LCD (1.68M-dot versus 1.04M-dot) and additional memory. The latter allows it to perform as robustly as the X-T4.

The X-T30 II does not include a battery charger and will come in silver and black. It will be priced at $899 body-only, $999 when paired with the XC 15-45mm F3.5-5.6 power zoom and $1299 with the 18-55mm F2.8-4 lens.

Pre-order links:

Fujifilm X-T30 II body: $899.95 at Amazon, B&HAdorama.

Fujifilm X-T30 II with 15-45mm Lens: $999.95 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Fujifilm X-T30 II with 18-55mm Lens: $1,299.95 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens: $899.95 at Amazon, B&HAdorama.

Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens: $799.00 at Amazon, B&HAdorama. Continue reading “Fujifilm X-T30 II, XF 33mm f/1.4 & XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR Officially Announced”

Updated Fujifilm X-mount Lens Roadmap

Fujifilm unveils the latest development roadmap for interchangeable lenses for X Series mirrorless digital cameras. You can see the addition of two new lenses to create an extensive 40-lens lineup, further evolving the X Mount.

Check out New Fujifilm Products:

Fujifilm X-T30 II body: $899.95 at Amazon, B&HAdorama.

Fujifilm X-T30 II with 15-45mm Lens: $999.95 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Fujifilm X-T30 II with 18-55mm Lens: $1,299.95 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens: $899.95 at Amazon, B&HAdorama.

Fujifilm XF 33mm f/1.4 R LM WR Lens: $799.00 at Amazon, B&HAdorama. Continue reading “Updated Fujifilm X-mount Lens Roadmap”

Full List of Pricing of Fujifilm GFX 50S Mark II, X-T30 II, GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6, XF 33mm f/1.4 & XF 23mm f/1.4

Here is the full list of pricing information of the upcoming Fujifilm products.  Fujifilm GFX 50S Mark II, X-T30 II, GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6, XF 33mm f/1.4 & XF 23mm f/1.4 will be officially announced tomorrow (September 2, 2021):

Full specs of the X-T30 Mark II can be found here and for the full specs of all the other X/GFX gear check out this article.