Fujifilm Unveils FUJIFILM GFX100 II: Latest Flagship Medium Format Camera Lenses

FUJIFILM is proud to introduce the FUJIFILM GFX100 II medium format camera, alongside the release of the large-aperture prime lens GF55mmF1.7 R WR, as well as the tilt-shift lenses GF30mmF5.6 T/S and GF110mmF5.6 T/S Macro.

  • GFX100 II is equipped with the large format sensor 1.7 times the size of a full frame sensor and delivering highest burst-shooting, autofocus and video performance in the history of GFX Series to broaden genre coverage.
  • GF55mmF1.7 R WR is a large-aperture prime lens that brings out the appeal of the large format sensor to the fullest.
  • The GF30mmF5.6 T/S and GF110mmF5.6 T/S Macro combine the tilt function of tiling their optical axis and the shift function of moving their optical axis in parallel to alter how the optical axis relates to the imaging plane and intentionally manipulate areas in focus and perspective.

GFX100 II

The GFX100 II camera is equipped with a large format sensor that elevates image quality by delivering rich tonal reproduction and sharp three-dimensional details. It introduces cutting-edge features such as AI-based subject detection autofocus and a high-speed image processing engine, significantly boosting burst shooting performance from 5.0 to 8.0 frames per second. This enhanced versatility caters to a wide array of photography genres, spanning from fashion and commercial photography to sports and news photography.

In the realm of video, the GFX100 II is capable of recording 4K/60P 4:2:2 10-bit video internally and supports 8K/30P video capture, marking a groundbreaking achievement within the GFX Series. It offers video format modes optimized for various lenses and boasts improved connectivity options, including Ethernet and HDMI ports. Additionally, with hardware enhancements like up to 8-stop in-body image stabilization, a 1.0x viewfinder magnification, and a redesigned body, the GFX100 II is meticulously crafted to meet the exacting standards of professional photographers and videographers.

GF55mmF1.7 R WR

The GF55mmF1.7 R WR stands as a versatile large-aperture prime lens, featuring a 55mm focal length (equivalent to 44mm in the 35mm format) meticulously designed for Fujifilm’s GFX Series large-format cameras. This lens offers the advantages of a wide maximum aperture, which facilitates the creation of creamy bokeh and provides a natural field of view akin to human vision. It excels in capturing subjects set against a beautifully blurred background, rendering it suitable for a broad spectrum of photography styles, ranging from information-rich snapshots to finely detailed portraits. The lens’s construction incorporates advanced optical elements to minimize aberrations, ultimately resulting in outstanding image quality. With a maximum aperture of F1.7 and compatibility with the large-format sensor, it enhances both bokeh effects and image-resolving capabilities, rendering it an exceptionally versatile choice for various shooting scenarios, whether indoors or outdoors.

GF Tilt Shift Lenses

The GF30mmF5.6 T/S represents a wide-angle tilt-shift lens boasting a 30mm focal length (equivalent to 24mm in the 35mm format), designed to minimize distortion and ghosting. It proves especially well-suited for landscape and architectural photography, effectively rectifying distortion in tall structures.

Meanwhile, the GF110mmF5.6 T/S Macro emerges as a mid-telephoto tilt-shift macro lens with a 110mm focal length (equivalent to 87mm in the 35mm format). This telephoto tilt-shift lens empowers photographers with unparalleled control, enabling the creation of distortion-free and aberration-free images across various domains, including product photography, still-life, portraiture, macro subjects, and beyond.

Furthermore, Fujifilm has unveiled a series of new GF lenses, encompassing an ultra-telephoto prime lens and a power zoom lens, significantly expanding video capabilities and further enriching their lens lineup.

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