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(Image: Fujifilm) Based on recent leaks, a Fujifilm X-T5 seems quite likely for today’s X Summit. But while that’s exciting enough, I’m interested in what Fujifilm has to say (if anything) about the rest of the X-series lineup. An Apple-style ‘one more thing’ is now an X Summit tradition, with Fuijfilm teasing both the X-H2 and X-H2S at last year’s event. So could we hear what he plans to do with the popular X-Pro (above) and XT dual-cameras? Both are very popular with street and travel photographers, and there’s now a wild-proven 40MP APS-C sensor… 2022-11-02T10:17:43.445Z It looks like we now have an idea of something other than the rumored X-T5 that may show up later at the X Summit – a new macro lens. Fuji Rumors (opens in new tab) has obtained what appear to be some leaked photos of a new XF30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro lens. Fujifilm already has a few macro lenses in its lineup, including the XF 80mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR Macro, but this could be a smaller, cheaper alternative that works as a handy companion for everyday shooting. 2022-11-02T09:23:04.043Z
The Fujfilm X-T4 (above) adopts Fujifilm’s more traditional controls, rather than the PASM approach of recent models such as the Fujifilm X-H2. (Image: Future) Let’s zoom out a bit and take a look at where Fujifilm’s X series stands in today’s camera world. The series is based on APS-C sensors, which are larger than Micro Four Thirds but smaller than full-frame. While this means the X-series cameras don’t gather as much light as a camera like the Sony A7 IV, the overall size of the system is smaller than full-frame – and this has made it particularly popular with street and landscape shooters. Most Fujifilm cameras also include physical dials for changing settings such as shutter speed and ISO, reminiscent of old film cameras. In addition to the retro look, this gives them a tactile shooting experience that relies more on dials and aperture rings than touchscreens and menus. However, recent cameras like the Fujifilm X-H2S and X-H2 have adopted a more traditional PASM (Program, Aperture, Shutter, Manual) approach, so it will be interesting to see what Fujifilm has to say about this, if indeed we do. this is what the XT series camera is rumored to be today. 2022-11-02T07:52:16.308Z We still don’t officially know what’s out today (or how many new products we’ll see), but there are certainly some big clues popping up online this morning. Well, one of them is what appears to be a first look video (above) of the rumored Fujifilm X-T5 (as picked up by Fuji Rumors (opens in new tab)). It sure looks like the Roberts camera in the US had a facepalm moment and crossed its programming wires, so the video will almost mysteriously disappear soon. But the chances of seeing a Fujifilm X-T5 later on have certainly increased quite a bit. And that’s potentially dangerous news for anyone trying to resist buying a new camera this year (myself included). 2022-11-02T07:52:12.066Z
(Image: Future) A bit of non-Fujifilm news before we dive into the X Summit: Canon has just announced the Canon EOS R6 Mark II, an update to its popular full-frame mirrorless camera from 2020. Yes, it’s raining camera news today. Adding to the headliner is a jump from its predecessor’s slightly paltry 20MP sensor to a new 24.2MP sensor. While this sensor doesn’t have a ‘stacked’ design, it’s fast enough to support 40fps burst shooting (perfect, says the Fujifilm X-H2S) and some uncropped, oversampling 4K/60p video. It’s a really cool all-rounder that you can pre-order for $2,499 / £2,779 / AU$4,499. Want to know our first thoughts? Check out our Canon EOS R6 Mark II hands-on review. And now, back to Fujifilm… 2022-11-02T03:10:20.530Z There’s already an impressively large number of Fuji fans camped out on the X Summit live stream page. And it seems almost everyone has a different wish list for today’s announcement. Among the early comments are hopes for “a new X100 series” (Fujfilm’s popular street photography compacts), an “X-Pro4 with that new 40MP sensor please” and the most rumored candidate, the “X-T5”. So no pressure Fuji… 2022-11-02T03:08:50.650Z
(Image: Fujifilm) Why are X Summit events a big deal in the camera world? Historically, it hasn’t just been single product announcements – we usually also see new lenses and some teasers for future releases. During Fujifilm’s X Summit in June 2021, for example, we saw two new cameras and eight new lenses announced (four for the X series and four for the GFX medium format series). Fuji also revealed that the next generation of X-Trans sensors will feature a fast stacking design – which eventually turned out to be the one with the flagship Fujifilm X-H2S. I can’t promise that many announcements today, but there is certainly precedent for a few surprises. And buckle up, because this event was an hour long. 2022-11-02T02:52:48.916Z So, how are you actually watching today’s Fujifilm X Summit? The event is being streamed live on YouTube at the link above, with the official start time being November 2nd at 9am. EST / 13:00 GMT. If you are in Australia this works at 12am. AEDT on November 3, but that’s no excuse not to tune in. YouTube lets you easily set reminders for when live streams are about to start – just hit the bell icon on the video above and you’ll get an email reminder. But the best approach is clearly to grab some popcorn plus your favorite camping chair and follow our setup here. It sure will be a lot more fun than watching Twitter burn to the ground. 2022-11-02T02:40:53.589Z Hi, I’m Mark (editor of TechRadar’s Cameras) and I’ll be walking you through today’s Fujifilm X Summit event. I’ve used, reviewed and owned a number of Fujifilm’s X-series cameras, so I’m really looking forward to seeing what the unique camera brand has up its sleeves for today. It’s already the end of the year for new cameras, with the OM System OM-5, Hasselblad XQD 100C and Sony finally coming to life with the FX30, ZV-1F and A7R V. I played with the latter last week and it’s shaping up to be one of the cameras of the year. Could Fujifilm really step it up today? We’ll find out in just over ten hours.
