Fujifilm’s new mediumformat GFX range
NOT to be outdone by the L-mount alliance, Fujifilm has announced the Fujifilm GFX 100, the world’s first 100MP medium-format mirrorless camera. It will feature on-sensor phase detection AF and incorporate in-body image stabilisation (IBIS). It also inherits Fujifilm’s latest fourth- generation X- Processor 4 image processing engine, found within the Fujifilm X-T3.
The combination of the X- Processor 4’s advanced processing capability and the new image sensor with fast read-speed, enables 4K video recording (4K/30P, 10bit) for the first time on a mediumformat mirrorless camera.
In terms of design, the GFX 100 will be the first GFX camera to feature an integrated vertical grip; the idea being to make it more robust while also comfortable to hold when paired with large telephoto lenses. Fujifilm also confirmed that all GFX lenses produced so far are optimised for use with the GFX 100. The camera is set for release early next year, costing $10,000 (UK details are still to be confirmed).
Meanwhile, Fujifilm has released the GFX 50R, a rangefinder-style mediumformat model, utilising what appears to be the same 51.4-megapixel sensor/ XProcessor Pro processor combination found in the GFX 50S. It is designed to be easier to use than the GFX 50S, and weighs 145g less. Both the GFX 100 and the GFX 50R are supported by the CaptureOne image editor. Fujifilm also announced new lenses – the GF 50mm f/3.5 R, GF 45-100mm f/4 and GF 100-200mm f/5.6.