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X100 firmware 2.0
Now there is no doubt anymore. Fuji originally planed to announce the X100 firmware together with the XF 23mm and release it on September 10, but they needed more time to fix the last bugs. FR-readers Binz and bulkheads noticed the press release of the firmware at Fujifilm’s Middle East page here. I suppose that Fuji will soon close this page, but don’t worry, I’ve copied the whole press release, and here it is!
cheers
Patrick
Press release
FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Shigehiro Nakajima) will soon release a free, dedicated firmware update which will drastically improve the performance of the FUJIFILM X100, the first model in the premium camera X series, and enable users to more conveniently take photographs.
Since its release in March 2011, FUJIFILM have received various requests from X100 users. In order to respond to such requests, this firmware update drastically improves the performance of autofocus and manual focus and offers more convenience to users who update their FUJIFILM X100 to the latest version.
New Firmware release date:
10th September, 2013
Main contents of the firmware update
1. Improvement of AF function
(1) Improvement of AF speed
Approximately 20% faster AF speed is offered in various conditions such as bright scenes, dark scenes and changed focus distance compared to the previous firmware version.
(2) Improvement of close-up focus performance
The focus distance from the lens surface before switching to macro mode is about 30% shorter compared to previous firmware.
2. Improved manual focus operation
(1) Addition of the “Focus Peak Highlight” function for manual focusing
The “Focus Peak Highlight” function, which features on the FUJIFILM X100S and X20 cameras, has been added via this firmware update. It assists accurate and sensitive manual focusing by enhancing the outline of your subject in high contrast.
(2) Improved operability
It has been made easier to capture the peak of the focus by displaying the image with shallow depth of field, using open aperture, when adjusting the focus with the electronic viewfinder or LCD.
3. Improved Operability
(1)Faster start-up time
The camera start-up time has been shortened by approximately 0.2 seconds.*1
(2) Selecting Focus Area operability
Previously, the focus area was selected while holding the AF button on the back. With the new firmware, pressing the AF button toggles the focus area selection screen, and the area of your choice can then be selected.
*1：QUICK START mode [OFF]
Firmware version
FUJIFILM X100 : Version 2.0
P.S: And here are the screenshots!
18 Responses
oh yeah nice, but we neet to wait.
Fingers crossed for X-E1s or X-Pro1s.
I don’t want an ‘S’ upgrade. I want a ‘2’ … as in X-E2 or X-Pro2
What’s “Fuji’s new X-mount camera”? The X-A1 you mean.
it’s rumored to be the X-A1
so probably not much to look forward then, at least not for owners of X-Pro1/X-E1…?
No X-trans sensor, could be a big deal, will end a few debates for sure.
I for one would like to see how it handles noise at lower ISO’s because I see too much noise at ISO 400 in certain cases (grey skys) and wonder if the sensor pattern plays a part.
Imagine if it’s one without OLPF, and actually ends up with more detail than the X-Trans one. That’ll get it going. 😛 It’d have more noise, but we know that bayer translates better to detail, so it’s actually quite likely to happen.
@MJr – that would be funny, legions of X-Trans diehards would go back to dpreview for another endless comparison thread 🙂
The way Fuji behaves I can’t imagine them putting out a “better” sensor … but then again the way Fuji Behaves I can imagine them putting out a “better” sensor simply to drive upgrades to future models.
Current best sensor tech is 24MP no AA filter. See what tomorrow brings …
Even if it’s a standard Bayer pattern sensor, it’ll be really cool if they don’t have an AA filter. That’ll make it really stand out.
Do yuo mean X100 firmware 2.0,? the web page is Sep. 05, 2013 ;-(
My apologies. I didn’t read all the explanations
It’s about the new features
Xpro2 ! Xpro2 ! Xpro2 ! Xpro2 ! Xpro2 ! Xpro2 ! I hope…………
Any reason to believe that the firmware could be released at tomorrow’s event?
I was expecting an X-E2/E1s …the banner said new x camera coming on the 17th at 5 GMT time. Perhaps this is the A1/M1 but that was announced before the 17th so a bit of confusion. Thanks for clarifying.
They closed the page.
Yeah, right… I doubt it, seriously.