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39 minutes ago, mercer said:

I've decided to give my FP a final fair shot

Fucking hell, that thing has now made more comebacks than Sinatra.

You can pick up a cheap used Crane M2 as that will handle the FP too as seen here

The M3 is showcased here by a YouTuber who is a bit of an FP specialist.

Although, like yourself, he doesn't always love it.

The M3 can take more weight so it might have more longevity for you when you finally give Frank the curtain call.

 

5 hours ago, MrSMW said:

If the other news is a focal length increasing adapter for the new RF a la X100, it will get a whole load more interesting for me

Well it has a 49mm front thread which is the same as the X100 so theoretically you could use the existing ones for that.

Can't be that easy surely ?

1 hour ago, MrSMW said:

Is it a ‘video camera’ though?

Log, Internal ND, 4K and ProRes.

Plenty of IBIS free cinema cameras with that kind of spec so why not ?

Pedantry aside, it would absolutely not be the first port of call for video but I do think its serviceable within those same boundaries though. 

28mm is a good focal length and if those faux additional focal lengths are available in video then so much the better.

Having said that, it seems it is pixel binned so might well have enough RS to make everything look like a Scooby Doo ending.

1 hour ago, MrSMW said:

But no one in their right mind would get one of these for their video kicks. Surely?

Fortunately for FujiFilm, I am absolutely not in my right mind ! 

24 minutes ago, Andrew Reid said:

Not much talk on the video side in it

The internal ND is a winner and ProRes to SSD is a bonus.

Not sure whether the virtual lens stuff is active in video mode.

I’d begun to believe my own bullshit in terms of no longer being afflicted with GAS.

By five minutes in I was having to watch like this to stop the pre-order.

 

 

23 hours ago, Davide DB said:

On the BTS shots it's impressive to see how the operators hand the machine to

This is a longer piece that shows the handoffs including the one to a drone that’s quite remarkable.

These handoffs remind me of the demos of the first units such as the Moví and the original Ronin which featured them quite a lot and made some extremely inspiring examples of what could be done with these new fangled devices.

Sad really that the majority of use that they now get is in “like, subscribe and buy my LUT pack” fluff of the backs of young ladies as they walk through cornfields, forests and assorted tourist streets.

Adolescence reminds us of them offering so many more creative possibilities than just being stabilisers although, no doubt, it will inspire a million copycats and we will be sick of it again in a year !

With regard to the actual film itself, if you haven’t watched it then it’s a compelling but disturbing watch.

Doubly so if you have teenagers.

 

Predominantly to present the new GFX fixed lens rangefinder by all accounts but there may be other news about additional products that they don’t have the production capacity for to actually get them into shops.

 

1 hour ago, Andrew Reid said:

Thoughts on the best fun-factor cameras

No video of course and I don’t use it nearly enough but the Sigma SD0 is probably the one for me as it’s completely different to anything else I’ve got and with the 21:9 ratio mode is my bootleg digital XPan.

With a lottery win I could see that new GFX100RF taking over from it though !

 

13 minutes ago, MrSMW said:

The about to be announced new fixed lens Fuji medium format might be an interesting contender...

Smoke has risen from the cabin in the Dolomites and here is the leaked press release.

No IBIS, slowish lens and 4K30 maximum but it does have internal ND.

Price is semi-ouch considering what is on offer with a used GFX100s and a couple of lenses but not against a Q3 and I can see why this might just be a perfect end camera for a lot of people.

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Fujifilm GFX100RF Press Release

FUJIFILM GFX100RF introduced: Premium compact camera with 102 megapixels

With the GFX100RF, Fujifilm has launched its first A premium compact camera in the GFX series has been introduced. Combining a 102-megapixel medium format sensor with a fixed 35mm lens (equivalent to 28mm in 35mm film, f/4), the model brings the image quality of the GFX system into a more compact body – and competes with other premium compacts such as the Leica Q3.

Weighing just 735 grams, the GFX100RF is the lightest camera in the series to date. The new X-Processor 5 is designed to enable fast image processing, while AI-assisted subject recognition ensures precise focusing.

The lens offers a minimum focusing distance of 20 cm, enabling close-up shots with great detail. Additionally, the focal length can be digitally extended to 45 mm, 63 mm, and 80 mm (equivalent to 36 mm, 50 mm, and 63 mm in 35mm film).

A dial on the back allows users to choose between nine different aspect ratios, including 3:2, 16:9, 1:1, and 17:6. The camera also features a built-in four-stop ND filter and supports Frame.ioCamera to Cloud for direct file backup.

The FUJIFILM GFX100RF will be available in black or silver from April 2025 for €5,499 (MSRP). Further information is available at: www.fujifilm-x.com.

Fujifilm Press Release:

Design highlight: FUJIFILM GFX100RF: Premium compact camera with 102-megapixel sensor and AI-based scene recognition

Kleve, March 20, 2025. The new FUJIFILM GFX100RF is the first premium compact camera in the GFX series. Weighing approximately 735 grams*1, it is the lightest model*2 to date in the successful camera system*3, which combines technology and design at the highest level. FUJIFILM is thus once again setting a milestone in the advancement of photographic culture.

The GFX100RF is the ideal choice for anyone who desires a first-class shooting experience and uncompromising image quality. Equipped with the high-resolution 102-megapixel “GFX 102MP CMOS II” sensor and the latest high-speed X-Processor 5 image processor, the camera offers exceptional performance. The newly developed 35 mm lens (equivalent to 28 mm in 35 mm) with a maximum aperture of F4, AI-based scene recognition, and fast autofocus ensure high-quality images in a wide variety of shooting situations – from casual snapshots to professional reportage.

The camera structure has been fundamentally redesigned. The lens is positioned closer to the image sensor. This keeps the design compact and lightweight despite the large sensor. The top plate of the GFX100RF is precision-crafted from aluminum. The high-quality workmanship is also evident in the lens ring, control dials, and base plate.

A new control dial on the back of the camera allows for quick switching between nine classic aspect ratios, including 3:4 and 17:6. It provides an authentic analogue shooting experience and allows you to intuitively adjust the aspect ratio to suit your subject and creative intent.

The GFX100RF’s elegant design and first-class feel invite you to get creative and explore new photographic possibilities.

The FUJIFILM GFX100RF will be available in stores from April 2025 at a price of €5,499 (MSRP).

COMPACT DESIGN AND OUTSTANDING IMAGE QUALITY

Weighing approximately 735 grams*1, the GFX100RF is the lightest camera in the GFX series.*2 The newly developed 35 mm lens and optimized component layout have reduced both size and weight. The new fixed focal length camera weighs significantly less than the previous lightest model in the GFX series, the GFX50R, at 775 grams*1 (body only).

The GFX100RF is equipped with a high-tech duo of the GFX 102MP CMOS II sensor and X-Processor 5. Together with the high-quality lens and unique color technology, it delivers the outstanding image quality typical of the GFX series. The 102-megapixel sensor with optimized pixel structure and microlenses ensures low-noise images, a wide dynamic range, and sharper details at the edges of the image. It also ensures precise autofocus.

HIGH-END OPTICAL COMPONENTS

The new 35 mm lens on the GFX100RF offers an angle of view comparable to a 28 mm 35 mm lens. It is suitable for a wide range of subjects, such as landscapes, travel, snapshots, and portraits. The optical design comprises ten elements in eight groups. Two aspherical lenses correct sharpness errors and distortion, ensuring high resolution. The Nano-GI coating was specially developed for highly curved lenses. It effectively suppresses distracting light reflections, even at the edges of the image, which reduce sharpness and detail reproduction.

The lens enables close-up shots from just 20 centimeters away. The compact body and the outstanding image quality of the sensor open up unique creative possibilities.

HIGH-QUALITY WORKMANSHIP AND INNOVATIVE FEATURES

The top plate of the GFX100RF is made of precision-machined aluminum. The lens ring, control dials, base plate, and other details are also carefully crafted, ensuring a high-quality feel and a distinctive design.

A new control dial on the back of the camera allows for quick changes in the shooting format. Depending on the subject and creative expression, you can choose from nine popular aspect ratios for photos, including the new 3:4 and 17:6 formats.

The digital teleconverter adjustment lever is located on the front of the camera. This allows you to intuitively select the desired angle of view and respond flexibly to different shooting situations. The 35 mm focal length (equivalent to 28 mm in 35 mm format) can be converted to 45 mm, 63 mm, and 80 mm (equivalent to 36 mm, 50 mm, and 63 mm in 35 mm format).

SOPHISTICATED TECHNOLOGY AND FUNCTIONALITY

The GFX100RF’s fixed focal length contributes significantly to the camera’s compact size. It allows the use of a leaf shutter instead of a focal plane shutter, thus shortening the flange focal distance. This creates space for the optimized arrangement of the components and the resulting compact design. The leaf shutter also allows flash photography at any shutter speed, opening up new creative possibilities, for example, when shooting in bright sunlight.

The GFX100RF is the first GFX model with a built-in four-stop ND filter. This neutral density filter facilitates shooting with a wide aperture in bright light or at a slow shutter speed.

The camera is compatible with the Frame.io Camera to Cloud service. Photo and video files can be uploaded directly to Frame.io, significantly accelerating the workflow from capture to editing.

ADVANCED MONITOR AND VIEWFINDER

The new 8 cm (3.15-inch), 2.1 million-dot, tilting LCD monitor features a redesigned user interface. To ensure an optimal shooting experience, the display of the shooting icons has been adjusted to the 3:2 aspect ratio of the monitor. The high-resolution electronic viewfinder with 5.76 million pixels and 0.84x magnification delivers an optimally corrected image and offers the best possible view of the subject.

The new Surround View function limits the shooting zone with semi-transparent areas or lines, depending on the aspect ratio. A lever can be used to turn this function on or off while looking through the electronic viewfinder, simulating an optical viewfinder with a bright frame that reveals more than just the actual image.

FAST AND PRECISE AUTOFOCUS

Whether for photos or videos, the GFX100RF offers high autofocus performance, ensuring a comfortable shooting experience. A modified algorithm enables improved autofocus prediction and more accurate face and eye detection. The camera also features AI-based subject recognition. Deep learning technology enables precise detection and focus of animals, vehicles, birds, and aircraft. In video mode, subjects can be tracked even more easily using touch controls.

4K QUALITY VIDEOS

The GFX100RF can record high-resolution 4K videos at 30 frames per second and 4:2:2 10-bit color depth. The default ISO setting of 100 enables recordings with a wide dynamic range and low noise. In F-Log2 mode, moving images are recorded with a dynamic range of more than 13 EV stops*4. The resulting video footage offers considerable creative freedom in post-production.

STYLISH ACCESSORIES

An aluminum lens hood and the PRF-49 protective filter are included. The filter, which is attached with a special adapter ring, provides exceptional weather resistance. The GFX100RF can therefore be used in both light rain and dusty environments.

A shoulder strap, like the precision-crafted lens hood, also complements the camera’s elegant design.

*1 Weight includes battery and memory card.
*2 As of March 20, 2025
*3 With a diagonal of 55 mm (43.8 mm wide x 32.9 mm high), the image sensor area is approximately 1.7 times larger than that of a 35mm format camera.
*4 FUJIFILM’s own measurements.

FUJIFILM GFX100RF

Price: €5,499
Available: April 2025
Color: Black or Silver

 

20 minutes ago, eatstoomuchjam said:

If Flight Risk is still in theaters, some parts of it were on it too. 

This a good piece about how it was used.

 

12 minutes ago, IronFilm said:

Behringer is "a German company" but in reality they've been an ultra low cost dirt cheap audio company since forever ago, would have always been using China (or maybe perhaps something similar like Thailand or whatever). 

I know.

From the get go they used sub assemblies made in China and finished in Germany but within a couple of years they’d moved it all there and eventually built an actual city there for manufacturing.

The point being that purchasers in the US of a broad range of brands they consider European (the parent company also owns Midas, Klark Teknik, TC Electronics and Tannoy to name a few) are in for a rude awakening with the tariffs imposed on them due to where they are actually manufactured.

However, after their practices particularly in their first ten to fifteen years of existence, there won’t be many tears shed for Uli if this heralds a big downturn in sales.

1 hour ago, ac6000cw said:

That would be nice - but I suspect the more expensive S-series cams would get that first (if it happens at all).

Equally they should’ve got it before the GH series but Panasonic probably felt that line needed the boost ?

I don’t know whether the S9 is the most needy but after the balls up of the launch it wouldn’t do it any harm.

It could well be if course that ARRI won’t license it for anything above MFT, which would make the whole thing moot of course.

 

26 minutes ago, MrSMW said:

UNLESS you bluff the audience and put a stoopid thumbnail on the arty film, and then you have a chance…

If the bros made The Godfather.

3 hours ago, ac6000cw said:

and in L-mount, there's always the Pana S9 - not much larger and heavier than the Fp (both fitted with the Pana 18-40mm collapsible zoom below) - and you get IBIS too

I think the S9 is the thinking man’s Fp.

Sadly, I’m not so good on the thinking these days!

I had a go of the S9 with that lens combo and it’s not bad at all.

I’ve said it before but I think if Panasonic want to kick start the S9 after the stuttering launch then they’d bring over the ARRI LogC3 option from the GH7.

With the LUT burning option this would certainly satisfy the “film stock” type of thing that @mercer is after and it’s something that I’ve got an interest in myself too.

Yes, I know this can be done with what exists in the camera already but for dummies like me it is appealing to hand over responsibility for the base look and think to myself “right, talented people get this known quantity to look good so keep at it until you can as well and if you can’t work out why”.

It also saves the endless noodling about on offer in Resolve.

 

 

1 hour ago, eatstoomuchjam said:

Keep in mind that the drive sleds for that one use the smaller NVMe's and also be ready for them to get VERY hot when dumping footage - like I nearly burnt myself picking one up.  Also, make sure to take any stickers off the SSD that you're putting in it.  The tolerances are really tight and when I didn't take off a sticker, the drive wasn't working well.

Yeah I have them in USB hubs for my Macs.

Double up as tea warmers.

The problem is that they still send the bros and those are the videos that a lot of people base their judgements and decisions on.

Part of this is the cult of personality and also I think that the manufacturer films are somehow disregarded as almost being fabricated con jobs.

Ironic really as it’s the shill ones that are more likely to fall into that category.

Maybe the compromise is to get the bros to do the BTS of the real films.

 

12 minutes ago, alsoandrew said:

I'm hoping that isn't a huge issue as pulling the clay is not crazy fast, and I try not to make those mistakes that often :).

I’m sure it will be fine.

As an aside for anyone that has watched the show, this is basically an advertorial about the Atomos sync products but The Great Pottery Throwdown uses FX9, A7siii and twelve GoProHero 11.

https://www.atomos.com/2024/01/08/atomos-airglu-great-pottery-throwdown/

5 hours ago, newfoundmass said:

I wish more companies would do stuff like this. I'm looking at you, Panasonic. 

Instead of spending $7-10K per talking head to get twenty or thirty of the bros to Osaka to film each other eating ramen and doing running to camera AF tests, it would be much better to use that money to fund ten people to make actual small films with their new camera.

They’d end up with a far more inspiring showcase of the camera and I don’t doubt the ethical aspect would make them feel better about themselves as well.

 

The key issue with the Fp and the additions is the “when you need it” aspect though.

I don’t always have to use the EVF-11 or the cage or even the SSD but it’s there if and when I need to.

Obviously, something like the R5 has to be the R5 all the time so I wouldn’t be able to strip it to a semi pocketable form like my Fp with a small M mount.

But it’s all swings and roundabouts isn’t it.

With regard to the drive holder, I actually prefer the Dark Power Lab with the front mounted SSD as it can come off in one piece with the EVF-11 and makes a grip too.

But the last time I looked it was considerably more expensive (unless I dreamt it) but now looks to be in the same ballpark.

So, rudely not following my own suggestion to my good friend @mercer I’ll  buy one of these and a couple of the drive holders instead !

22 hours ago, Andrew Reid said:

Any tariffs on Canon yet?

To think people voted for this 🤯

Not a camera obviously but Behringer released a new mic pre-amp/compressor today and I was having a look at the review.

German company but now do all of their manufacturing in China.

The reality is now realitying about who’s paying.

On 3/10/2025 at 5:10 PM, mercer said:

I’m getting bored of putzing around with the FP. Great little camera, especially for what I paid for mine, but I'm tired of the SSD and although I like the internal 8bit 4K cDNG files, V90 cards are just too expensive, especially when you see what CF Express cards go for.

Might be too little too late for you but this Arca-Swiss plate SSD mount is quite interesting and is just over $100

Full details here 

https://www.52weeks.com/product-page/sigma-fp-arca-swiss-ssd-bottom-plate-1-0

 

 

As it’s the current obsession in camera world, I’m trying to work out what would happen if you used a camera with terrible rolling shutter when filming pottery throwing when it starts to go awry on the wheel and gets the wobbles.

 

Will it make it look like a lava lamp or will it go the other way and cross the streams in the Steven Wright “I put instant coffee in a microwave and almost went back in time” way ?

1 hour ago, Andrew Reid said:

 

I am forgetting anything?

Cameras that have been entrusted to DHL and are now MIA.

Also, did you not buy that Lytro Illum in the end ?

12 minutes ago, eatstoomuchjam said:

Sorry for the misunderstanding!  

My fault so need to apologise

when I read it back it looked exactly like you’d interpreted it !

I guess the Jazz English must be catching.