Members Martin Vronsky Posted September 12, 2023 Members Share Posted September 12, 2023 Press release: Fujifilm Bolsters its Flagship Camera Lineup with Launch of FUJIFILM GFX100 II Mirrorless Digital Camera VALHALLA, N.Y., September 12, 2023 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced the introduction of FUJIFILM GFX100 II digital camera (GFX100 II), a new flagship addition to the GFX System’s family of mirrorless digital cameras. Incorporating a 55mm large-format image sensor1 - which is nearly 1.7x larger than the 35mm image sensors found in full-frame cameras - GFX100 II produces images with broad dynamic range at a very shallow depth-of-field. GFX100 II includes a newly developed, 102-megapixel high-speed image sensor and Fujifilm’s latest 5th generation X-Processor 5 image processing engine, which doubles the signal readout speed compared to the current model2. This in turn provides unique benefits to image makers, especially in the areas of high-speed, continuous shutter mode, autofocus (AF) and video. “Imaging professionals rely on FUJIFILM GFX System cameras and lenses to take their bestimages to another level,” said Victor Ha, vice president, Electronic Imaging Division and Optical Device Division, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. “GFX100 II is another incredible design and engineering feat for Fujifilm. We’re incredibly excited to see the new creative heights that will be achieved with this camera when it gets into the hands of our photographers and filmmakers.” GFX100 II utilizes Fujifilm’s latest high-speed image sensor, along with its advanced image processing engine to deliver Artificial Intelligence (AI) based subject-detection autofocus (AF), which was most recently featured in the FUJIFILM X-H2S mirrorless digital camera. Developed with Deep Learning technology and updated with the latest prediction AF algorithm, GFX100 II now incorporates AI based subject-detection AF to quickly track and detect animals, birds, vehicles, and other fast-moving objects like insects and drones3, and it automatically keeps them in focus so that photographers can concentrate on framing their images and waiting for the perfect moment to make their image. Burst shooting performance has been increased from the current4 5.0 frames per second to 8.0 frames per second5, expanding the GFX100 II’s application across various genres, including fashion, commercial, landscape, sports, and photojournalism. An expanded buffer memory4 extends seamless burst capabilities for those once-in-a-lifetime moments. GFX100 II’s new sensor also provides enhanced capabilities for video production. The ability to internally record Apple ProRes 4:2:2, 10-bit video at 4K/60p and 8K/30p is a major first for GFX System cameras. With the use of an optional, third-party GF to PL lens adapter, multiple video recording formats can be natively accommodated on GFX100 II, making the FUJINON PREMISTA 35mm lens and Anamorphic (35mm) cinema lenses easily adaptable for various uses including cinematic applications. Additionally, GFX100 II supports three Apple ProRes codecs, i.e., Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422 and Apple ProRes 422 LT. When recording in Apple ProRes, the camera can also output h.264 and Apple ProRes 422 Proxy files, which can streamline workflows overall from production to post-production. GFX100 II also features Ethernet, HDMI Type A, and USB-C terminals for enhanced external device connectivity. Dual card slots support one CFExpressTM Type B and one SD card. CFExpressTM Type B cards are required to access the GFX100 II’s enhanced video performance features. Production workflows are additionally streamlined with the camera’s native, accessory free integration for Frame.io Camera to Cloud, which seamlessly delivers files directly to the cloud, and Atomos AirGluTM BT, which allows timecode on GFX100 II to be accurately jammed and synchronized across various compatible accessories, audio recorders, and other hardware and software products that are commonly used in video production. GFX100 II includes a total of 20 Film Simulation modes, including the new REALA ACE mode, which is based on Fujifilm’s color negative film, offering a neutral color reproduction suitable for all subject types. Additionally, Fujifilm’s innovation of the pixel structure has enabled the use of ISO80 as a standard sensitivity. When the sensor sensitivity is set at ISO80, the camera can make images with incredible dynamic range and noise levels that are lower than previous GFX100 and GFX100S models. The new sensor’s photosites have been optimized to increase light use efficiency at the sensor’s edges, thus improving both image quality at the edges of the photo, and AF accuracy over the previous, GFX100 and GFX100S models. Hardware enhancements include a five-axis, in-body image stabilization (IBIS) that provides up to 8-stops of image stabilization, as well as 1.0x viewfinder magnification, and a high- magnification, high-definition 9.44-million-dot EVF. The camera's new design also features a large, sub-LCD, tilted top panel, and a fashionably textured grip. Optional Accessories FUJIFILM VG-GFX II Vertical battery grip (VG-GFX II) accommodates two NP-W235 batteries for extended image- and video-making opportunities. FUJIFILM FAN-001 Cooling fan (FAN-001) allows for extended video filming in high temperatures. FUJIFILM EVF-TL1 EVF tilt adapter (EVF-TL1) provides diverse shooting angles while using the viewfinder. Pricing and Availability GFX100 II is expected to be available in early fall 2023 at a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $7,499.95 USD and $10,124.99 CDN. The pricing for the optional accessories is expected to be as follows: VG-GFXII – $499.95 USD and $679.99 CDN FAN-001 – $199 USD and $260 CDN EVF-TL1 – $569 USD and $750 CDN For more information on FUJIFILM GFX100 II, please visit https://fujifilm-x.com/en- us/products/cameras/gfx100-ii/. 1 An image sensor measuring 55mm diagonally (43.8mmx32.9mm) with the area approximately 1.7 times that of a 35mm full-frame sensor. 2 Compared to Fujifilm’s X-Processor 4 sensor, offered in the FUJIFILM GFX100S digital camera. 3 GFX 100 II’s “Bird” setting can be used to detect insects andthe “Airplane” setting can be used to detect drones. 4 Compared to FUJIFILM GFX100S features 5 Whe nusing GFX 100 II’s mechanicalshutter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted September 12, 2023 Author Members Share Posted September 12, 2023 Specs: Price MSRP - $7499 Body type Body type - SLR-style mirrorless Sensor Max resolution - 11648 x 8736 Image ratio w:h - 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 Effective pixels - 102 megapixels Sensor size - Medium format (44 x 33 mm) Sensor type - BSI-CMOS Processor - X-Processor 5 Image ISO - Auto, 100-12800 (expands to 50-102400) Boosted ISO (minimum) - 40 Boosted ISO (maximum) - 102400 White balance presets - 7 Custom white balance - Yes (3 slots) Image stabilization - Sensor-shift CIPA image stabilization rating - 8 stop(s) Uncompressed format - RAW + TIFF JPEG quality levels - Super fine, fine, normal Optics & Focus Autofocus: Contrast Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi-area Center Selective single-point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection Live View Manual focus - Yes Number of focus points - 425 Lens mount - Fujifilm G Focal length multiplier - 0.79× Screen / viewfinder Articulated - LCD Tilting Screen size - 3.2″ Screen dots - 2,360,000 Touch screen - Yes Screen type - TFT LCD Live view - Yes Viewfinder type Electronic Viewfinder coverage - 100% Viewfinder magnification - 1× (1.27× 35mm equiv.) Viewfinder resolution - 9,440,000 Photography features Minimum shutter speed - 30 sec Maximum shutter speed - 1/4000 sec Maximum shutter speed (electronic) - 1/32000 sec Aperture priority - Yes Shutter priority - Yes Manual exposure mode - Yes Subject / scene modes - No Built-in flash - No External flash - Yes (via hot shoe or flash sync port) Continuous drive - 8.0 fps Self-timer - Yes Metering modes: Multi Center-weighted Average Spot Exposure compensation - ±5 (at 1/3 EV steps) AE Bracketing - ±5 (2, 3, 5, 7 frames at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV steps) WB Bracketing - Yes Videography features Format - MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 Microphone - Stereo Speaker Mono Storage Storage types - 1x CFexpress Type B, 1x SD UHS-II Connectivity USB - USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) USB charging - Yes HDMI - Yes (full-sized) Microphone port - Yes Headphone port - Yes Wireless - Built-In Wireless notes - 802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth Remote control - Yes Physical Environmentally sealed - Yes Battery - Battery Pack Battery description - NP-W235 lithium-ion battery & charger Battery Life (CIPA) - 540 Weight (inc. batteries) - 1030 g (2.27 lb / 36.33 oz) Dimensions - 152 x 117 x 99 mm (5.98 x 4.61 x 3.9″) Other features Orientation sensor - Yes Timelapse recording - Yes GPS - None Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted September 12, 2023 Author Members Share Posted September 12, 2023 Quote Introducing the GFX100 II, the newest medium-format flagship camera from FUJIFILM. Featuring an updated 102mp sensor, raw video output up to 8K 30p, AI autofocus, and more! FUJIFILM also released 3 lenses that will perfectly pair with the GFX 100 II, GF 55mm f/1.7, GF 30mm f/5.6 T/S and GF 110mm f/5.6 T/S Macro Lenses. 0:00 Intro 0:53 Photography camera specs 3:01 Video camera specs 5:31 Menu layout 7:44 New Fujifilm tilt shift lenses 8:22 Camera body design 10:22 New features 11:14 Final thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted September 12, 2023 Author Members Share Posted September 12, 2023 Quote My Fujifilm GFX 100 II review - their best medium format to date! 00:00 - GFX 100 II introduction and rivals 01:05 - GFX 100 II vs GFX 100 size and battery grip 02:22 - GFX 100 II controls and body design 03:16 - GFX 100 II viewfinder 04:26 - GFX 100 II screen 05:20 - GFX 100 II ports ethernet HDMI 05:46 - GFX 100 II card slots CF Express SD 05:56 - GF 55mm f1.7 lens 06:10 - GFX 100 II IBIS stabilization 06:30 - GFX 100 II sensor 07:34 - GFX 100 II burst shooting 07:58 - GFX 100 II autofocus and subject detection 08:31 - GFX 100 II photo quality settings 09:37 - GFX 100 II high resolution mode 10:20 - GFX 100 II movie settings 11:35 - GFX 100 II movie quality 1080 vs 4k vs 5.8k vs 8k 12:44 - GFX 100 II verdict and sample images Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted September 13, 2023 Author Members Share Posted September 13, 2023 Quote Join Richard Butler DPReview's Technical Editor for a first look at the the Fujifilm GFX100 II - the company's latest high resolution medium format camera, that brings the latest AF and video capabilities to a redesigned camera body. Key specifications 102MP BSI CMOS 44x33mm medium format sensor AI-derived subject recognition AF system In-body image stabilization rated at 8EV Continuous shooting at up to 8fps Extensive video options including 8K and anamorphic support 9.44M dot OLED EVF Waveform and Vectorscope display for video Direct record to SSD Camera to cloud support The Fujifilm GFX100 II will be available from X at a suggested price of $7499. Alongside the GFX100 II, Fujifilm also announced the GF 55mm F1.7R and two tilt-shift lenses, the GF30mm F5.6R WR T/S and the GF110mm F5.6R WR T/S, significantly expanding the GF series range of capabilities for architectural and product photography. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted October 2, 2023 Author Members Share Posted October 2, 2023 Quote 0:00 - Intro and Concept 1:00 - Fantom Wallets 1:48 - Build and Features 8:22 - New Accessories 10:22 - Autofocus and Burst 14:12 - Video Performance 16:42 - Sensor Performance 28:54 - Conclusion and Pricing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted October 24, 2023 Author Members Share Posted October 24, 2023 Quote Shooting with the Fuji GFX100 II in Stockholm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted November 6, 2023 Author Members Share Posted November 6, 2023 Quote The new Fujifilm GFX100 II Is the pinnacle of digital medium format photography, but how does it compare to the top-end 35mm cameras, and what really is the difference from the previous GFX lineups? 0:00 Intro 0:47 Disclosures 1:02 Support & Subscribe 1:19 Body & Feel 1:56 Con #1 2:24 Con #2 4:25 GFX50S vs GFX100II 5:15 Read LCD 5:32 EVF 8:02 Autofocus Samples 9:23 Image Samples 10:25 Thoughts on Autofocus 11:25 Image & Color Depth 13:08 Should You Buy This? 15:25 Thanks & Subscribe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted November 17, 2023 Author Members Share Posted November 17, 2023 Quote I've spent some time with the GFX 100 II now for wedding photography and engagement photography and I can truly say it's an amazing camera. Let's talk about how the Fujifilm GFX 100 ii performs for wedding photography. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Martin Vronsky Posted November 21, 2023 Author Members Share Posted November 21, 2023 Quote The GFX100 II has been the source of much controversy and was even the subject of two PetaPixel podcast episodes since its announcement. Now that we have a production unit, how does it perform? Chris Niccolls and Jordan spent some time looking at the files, and they have some concrete thoughts. 0:00 - Intro 1:32 - Sample Images 2:27 - Body and handling 5:30 - Displays 6:14 - IBIS 6:43 - Autofocus 9:49 - Burst Shooting 10:39 - Image quality 15:03 - Video performance 20:13 - Should you buy it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Members Martin Vronsky Posted January 19 Author Members Share Posted January 19 Quote The new Fujifilm GFX100 II is the best digital medium format camera that Fujifilm has made thus far, but is it for you? It really does depend on what you currently have. If you're already in the GFX ecosystem, it's a natural upgrade. It's the fastest GFX camera, it has the latest sensor and processor, the newest film simulation (Reala ACE), and the most modular since the original GFX50S. Even the price of $7500 USD is $2500 cheaper than the original GFX100. What's not to like right? Well, if you currently own the original GFX100, how much will you get on a trade-in, or if you try to sell yourself on eBay or FB Marketplace? You will be lucky to get half of what you paid. Now, as a professional, or someone with extra cash, maybe it's not a big deal. But for the rest of us, that's a big financial hit. For me, I love the overall performance and image quality of the new GFX100 II; but the previous GFX100 and GFX100S also produce high quality, high resolution images. If you need the speed and modularity of the latest and greatest, it makes sense to get the new GFX100 II. If you're looking for a deal, look for pre-owned GFX100 and GFX100S. I'm sure there are bargains to be found. As for the new GF55mm f/1.7 R WR, it's a great focal length as a general-purpose lens. It's halfway between the GF45 and GF63, so this can be your one prime lens, albeit big and heavy. The optical performance is top-notch, and an option to the GF80mm f/1.7 R WR. The shallow depth of field and compression will be higher on the GF80mm, but the GF55mm allows you to work closer with your subject, while still being able to use it as a standard-wide lens for most situations. Stay tuned for my Fujilove articles with more images and comparisons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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