Fuji anounce Fuji X-E3, XF 80mm f/2.8 macro, firmware updates and GF 45mm f/2.8

 Fuji X-E3

Key Specs

• 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III sensor
  - X-Processor Pro
  - Start-up time of 0.4sec
  - Ultra-fast AF speed of 0.06sec
  - Offers 5.0fps live-view shooting
  - Shutter time lag of 0.050sec
  - Shooting interval of 0.25sec
• 3.0 inch 1.04M-dot static TFT color LCD touchscreen monitor
• Upgraded AF tracking performance
  - Newly developed image recognition algorithm to track moving subjects up to half the size, or moving twice as fast as previous models.
• 4K video can be recorded at [3840 x 2160] 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98P, 100Mbps
• Continuous recording: up to approximately 10min
• Full HD video can be recorded at 59.94 fps, 50 fps, 29.97 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps and 23.98 fps, and with Film Simulation effects
  - Video can be outputted to external monitor via the HDMI port and input audio from an     external microphone
  - Easily connect to external HDMI monitor and turn on HDMI Rec Control to automatically enable a clean HDMI output when the camera’s shutter release button is pressed
  - Touch AF to change the focus area and refocusing according to subject movement functions in video recording
• 25 high-performance FUJINON X Mount lenses for ultimate versatility
• Bluetooth® low energy wireless communication to pair the camera with a smartphone or tablet device for easy transfer of pictures
• Free FUJIFILM Camera Remote app for Remote Control function

Fuji adds touch screen and multiple updates to the  to the XE-2 to create a pretty much all new camera. The latest sensor tech, processor, AF, tracking and 4K video, but alas, no tilt screen.

This will be a great camera at a more affordable price than the X-Pro series or XT series, Fuji is keeping up with the mid level market and continues to add to its already impressive lens line up.

DPReview here

First impression here

Jonas Rask review here 

 Fuji XF 80mm f/2.8 R LM OIS WR macro 

• FUJIFILM X Mount is compatible with all FUJIFILM X Series interchangeable system cameras
• Weather-sealed at eleven points around the barrel for weather and dust resistance; operates as low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit / -10 degrees Celsius
• 16 lens elements in 12 groups including one aspherical ED lens, one Super ED lens and three ED lenses
• Uses Floating Focus System for improved AF
• Optical Image Stabilization system achieves 5-stop image stabilization
• Focus lens driven by a linear motor for fast and near-silent autofocus performance
• Fluorine coating applied to front lens elements for improved durability
• Compatible with XF1.4x and XF2.0x teleconverters

DPReview here

 Fuji GF 45mm f/2.8 R WR

• FUJIFILM G Mount is compatible with the FUJIFILM GFX 50S
• Weather and dust resistant design capable of operating at temperatures as low as 14°F/-10°C
• 8 groups and 11 elements construction using one aspherical lens and two ED lenses
• 9 blade aperture creates smooth and circular bokeh
• Nano GI coating suppresses ghosting and flare

DPReview here

KAIZEN

Also on tap are a number of firmware updates:

Fujifilm X-Pro2: Firmware V.4.0 key features

• Addition of 4K video mode using Film Simulation modes.
• Adds support for tethered shooting via USB or Wi-Fi.
• Updated AF tracking algorithm with enhanced subject tracking.
• Support for FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO which enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro.
• Improved radio flash controller usability, allowing users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
• Adds support for backup and restore of camera settings from one camera to another via FUJIFILM X Acquire.

Fujifilm X-T2: Firmware V.3.0 key features

• Updated AF tracking algorithm with enhanced subject tracking.
• Support for FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO which enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro.
• Improved radio flash controller usability, allowing users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
• Adds support for backup and restore of camera settings from one camera to another via FUJIFILM X Acquire.

Fujifilm X100F: Firmware V.2.0 key features

• Adds support for backup and restore of camera settings from one camera to another via FUJIFILM X Acquire.
• Support for FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO which enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro.
• Improved radio flash controller usability, allowing users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync or TTL mode via their radio controllers.

Fujifilm X-T20: Firmware V.1.1 Key features

• Adds support for touch panel operation while looking into the electronic viewfinder.

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