Jun 16, 20 posts about xf 55200mm written by grittymonkey. Firmware update via a smartphone to the cameras that offers bluetooth. I have also always liked the colors that fuji seems to be able to produce, in my opinion, superior to sony. This 55 200mm lens is not super fast i am told as the more expensive and heavier version from fuji 50140 f2.
Released in may of 2014, the fujinon xf 55200mm f3. The new firmware resolves the issue which may result in a failure if the upgrade is conducted with a camera whose firmware is the previous version. I had recently started using the fuji x mirrorless system. Feb 04, 2016 the latest firmware updates did not disappoint if you keep realistic expectations. The fuji kit lens 1855 is an outstanding lens, this does make the package more expensive, but worth it i think. Jan 04, 2015 the 55 200mm zoom is only a few inches tall and is small enough to fit in a jacket pocket. I guess this is a long winded way of saying that as a fujixpro1 user with all the latest firmware downloads af is lightening fast for me, although my omd is somewhat faster. Aug 05, 20 fujifilm have released a firmware update for the fujinon xf1855mm f2. Firmware is the upgraded version of software that fujifilm corporation. I recently bought the 55 200 simply because is was on sale for such a good price and the examples ive seen, and experienced show that this is yet another fine lens from fuji. I was a little apprehensive when i ordered the new fuji 55200mm zoom lens. All has been well with these nice small lenses and cameras until fuji released their 50140 mm zoom lens. Sep 19, 2012 flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world.
Even with four stacked filters i see no vignetting. This 55200mm lens is not super fast i am told as the more expensive and heavier version from fuji 50140 f2. With the xt2 and the iphone connected, i want every picture i take to grab the coordinates from the gps in the iphone that sits in my pocket, and insert them as a geotag in the exifinformation picture by picture. Lens fw updates are generally applicable to all fuji x series cameras. Xf meaning that it is for the xmount cameras, r meaning it has a dedicated aperture ring on the lens, lm meaning it has the newer linear motor for af quiet and fast and finally ois meaning the optical image stability function, which fuji claim to give a 4 12stop. This new, compact, and highly versatile lens ought to be a great addition to many. Fuji x news major firmware update on fujifilm xseries. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog the photos and videos you take with a cameraphone. A smartphone or tablet can be used to copy firmware updates to the camera and.
Mettus fujifilm took a firmware update offline today after identifying a big compatibility issue. Fujifilm has updated the firmware for its xpro1 and xe1 mirrorless cameras, to improve the autofocus speed with the recentlylaunched xf 55200mm f3. Remote app for ios end of march 2019 and for android end of may 2019. As usual, the firmware updated so quickly that after i took the above photo with my iphone, i went to get my canon g15 to get a better picture, but it was already done. We have some more good news from fujifilm for you today it seems like the company is on. As the first telephoto zoom for the fledgling xf system, the new fujifilm xf 55200mm f3. When new firmware is released, its like getting a new updated camera. Jun 05, 20 flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. Telephoto zoom lenses are very popular because of their versatility and space saving compared to having several prime lenses to cover the same range. Fuji x news fujifilm released firmware updates for xf. Fujifilm is helping make the world a better, healthier, and more interesting place.
I guess this is a long winded way of saying that as a fuji xpro1 user with all the latest firmware downloads. If you have this lens, could you say whether its noisy with firmware 1. Fujifilm halts lens firmware update for compatibility issues. Dec 18, 2012 fujifilm released a new firmware update version 1. Fujifilm updates xpro1 and xe1 to improve af with 55. This time i would like to share with you my opinion on using the middleclass telephoto zoom from fuji, the fujinon xf 55200mm f3. Download fujifilm camera remote and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad and ipod. Let me know what your top three would be in the comments below. What are the best lenses for the fuji xt2 or any fuji x.
Firmware updates for all lenses improve stability for ois function. Ive tested many fuji lenses, and while there are many favourites out there, here are the three that i cannot live without. This is a lens you can trust even in toughest of the shooting. Still experimenting at this point it seems capable of a number of different functions but isnt exactly intuitive the way its set up but for sure with the wireless setting turned on in the xt2 the camera. Nov 11, 2015 after a while i got back on track with writing my impressions on fujifilm gear. Firmware upgrade for 1855 fuji x series camera forum. The xt30 is the first camera most people should look at. Fujifilm released a firmware update for the xt1 today. When you download a new camera or lens firmware update to your computer, make sure you do not have previous firmware update downloads either for the xpro1, xe1, other fujifilm cameras or any xf lenses sitting in your pcs download destination folder.
Fuji x news major firmware update on fujifilm xseries lenses. Im sitting here with my finger on the trigger on the 56. The functions allocated to the front command dial are added which became disable when the firmware was upgraded to ver. Jan 12, 2017 fujifilm released a firmware update for the xt1 today.
D3500, 1855 vr, 70300 nonvr and a box of free goodies. May 23, 20 fujifilm has updated the firmware for its xpro1 and xe1 mirrorless cameras, to improve the autofocus speed with the recentlylaunched xf 55 200mm f3. May 27, 20 with that in mind, it is with a whole of excitement that i received the brand new xf 55 200mm f3. I recently bought the 55200 simply because is was on sale for such a good price and the examples ive seen, and experienced show that this is yet another fine lens from fuji. Flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world. Theres no problem with vignetting, even with several stacked filters. Aug 01, 2017 ive had a few questions asking which are the best lenses for the fuji xt2 or indeed any of the fuji xseries cameras. The lighter lenses that i used xf 23mm f2 r wr xf 60mm f2.
Learn what lens profiles are supported with adobe photoshop, lightroom, and camera raw and get tips for working with them effectively. It offers a 35mm focal length equivalency of 84305mm, providing portrait length to super telephoto capabilities. The lens incredible resolving power is thanks to a new optical design featuring 11 elements in 8 groups. Its the most compact body that contains fujis latest imaging tech, is likely to see some firmware support, and costs less than an xt3the only other camera with 4th generation sensor and processor at the time of writing.
I can clearly hear a clunking noise when tilting lens 55200mm from. If the latter is the case, i hope that fuji is listening because i think i am not the only one wanting it. This was a good opportunity to shoot a few more samples with the fujifilm xf 55200mm telephoto mounted on a fuji xe1 body. To learn more about what were about, please explore innovation at the fujifilm global website. All s and other proprietary rights to firmware are retained by fuji, and nothing contained herein shall be construed, expressly or implicitly, as transferring or granting to. Fuji releases a new firmware update for the xf1855mm lens. Back in july, fujifilm announced a versatile new zoom lens for its xseries cameras. After a while i got back on track with writing my impressions on fujifilm gear.
That is, you attach the lens to your camera, perform the updating procedure by choosing to update lens firmware, and then the update will be copied to the lens. Yesterday i went to cranberry marsh, a short drive from toronto with only this lens on my xt1 to see what improvement the recent firmware update had achieved. Ive owned some of them in different mounts, so when i switched to fuji i wanted to cover the maximum range with the minimum lenses. Built with optical design that offers a large maximum aperture, and a linear motor that delivers highspeed af performance, while featuring the image stabilization function that allows the use of shutter speeds 4. That is, the improved fw features are then usable on all fuji x series bodies. Fuji already distributed to you included with fuji s products original firmware. New firmware updates for four fujinon xf zoom lenses. Unlike other telephoto zooms for dxapsc cameras, this fujinon is mostly made out of metal, not plastic. My purpose for buying the 56 is solely for portraiture, specifically for isolating the subject from the. Fujifilm updates xpro1 and xe1 to improve af with 55200mm. The reset took me back to the default settings and that beautiful af box that glows green or red when i halfpress the shutter button. Built with optical design that offers a large maximum aperture, and a linear motor that delivers highspeed af performance, while featuring the image stabilization function that allows the use of. I had been using my nikons for wildlife photos because i was disappointed with the focussing speed of the fuji 55 200, the longest fuji lens i own. Firmware upgrade for 1855 fujifilm x mount lenses fuji x.
Jul 08, 20 i was a little apprehensive when i ordered the new fuji 55200mm zoom lens. The xe3 was a joy to use with all the lenses i tried on it, other than the beast that is the xf 100400mm f4. With our awardwinning range of cameras suited to pros and enthusiasts alike, were sure theres a camera in our range that will interest you. Working with the fuji 50140mm zoom lens luminous landscape. This time i would like to share with you my opinion on using the middleclass telephoto zoom from fuji, the fujinon xf 55 200mm f3. The new firmware will mitigate any high frequency noise from the optical image stabilization module which can very occasionally occur when the lens is used at extremely low temperatures. And here are a couple of pictures from arnaud montebourg, minister of industrial renewal in the current french government. Released in may of 2014, the fujinon xf 55 200mm f3. French president francois hollande just made his first official trip to japan. New fujfilm camera remote app and firmware updates for xt3. But for the half the cost and the great performance, with no lag between shots, i dont see why we need to buy a heavy and super expensive telephoto lens when this does the job perfectly. Fujinon lens, the latest addition to the growing lineup of lenses compatible with the fuji mirrorless cameras xpro1, xe1. With our awardwinning range of cameras suited to pros and enthusiasts alike, were sure theres a. I tried downloading it three times, formatted the card several times, and put the update on the card.
Mar 31, 2015 lens fw updates are generally applicable to all fuji x series cameras. According to fujifilm, the new firmware offers the following improvements. Its the most compact body that contains fujis latest imaging tech, is likely to see some firmware support, and costs less than an xt3the only other camera with 4th generation sensor and processor at. I mainly shoot portraits and a bit of fashion so i was interested to see how it performs in the real world.
Fuji 55200 for wildlife since firmware update fuji x forum. Fujifilm xm1 support x series digital cameras fujifilm usa. Fujifilm has updated the firmware for its xpro1 and xe1 mirrorless cameras, to improve the autofocus speed with the recentlylaunched xf. My journey in switching to mirrorless as a photojournalist. The 55200mm zoom is only a few inches tall and is small enough to fit in a jacket pocket. Fujifilm updates xpro1 and xe1 to improve af with 55200mm lens. A wise man once said the the best camera is the one you have with you. The lens incredible resolving power is thanks to a. Digital cameras fujifilm is one of the best regarded camera brands worldwide. For its size, this lens is actually reasonably lightweight, tipping the scales at 580g. In addition to its new firmware updates for xt1xt1 graphite silver edition and x100t, fujifilm also published new firmware updates for its four xf zoom lenses.