FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO and other updates

FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO is a new software app for photographers to quickly and easily convert RAW files.

RAW files are usually very large and batch conversion can be take an annoyingly long time. One GFX Medium Format RAW photo can be around 116 MB. X RAW STUDIO uses the connected camera as a hardware accelerator. In other words, a Fujifilm X camera’s X-Processor Pro image processor significantly expedites batch conversion.  X RAW STUDIO works on Mac or PC.

Fujifilm X RAW STUDIO 

  •  Supports single or batch conversion for RAW images through a Mac or PC.
  • Image processing settings can be adjusted like the in-camera RAW conversion.
  • All conversion parameters available through in-camera RAW conversion are adjustable, letting you monitor results in a preview window when changing settings.
  • Displays before and after images side-by-side for easy comparison while changing adjusting settings.
  • Save, load, or copy conversion profiles onto another RAW image.

FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO for Mac is available now. The Windows version is expected in February 2018. X RAW STUDIO is available to users at no cost.

 

New GFX Firmware Updates

Fujifilm has released firmware updates for the GFX 50S that add new support for FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO, improved third party studio flash controllers, and other new functions.

  • Supports FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO
  • Supports Instax SHARE SP-3 and higher resolution prints for SP-2
  • Improved radio flash controller for shooting with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync or TTL mode
  • Supports backup and restore of camera settings from one camera to another via FUJIFILM X Acquire.
  • Addition of “Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display” in View Mode that allows for shooting through the viewfinder and checking images on the LCD.
  • ON/OFF for 1/3-step shutter speed adjustment.
  • Addition of “Shoot Without Card” mode so camera will not shoot without SD card inserted.
  • Addition of “-6” and “-7” to EVF’s brightness settings.

 

New X Series Firmware Updates

Many DPs are using these cameras and Fujifilm has firmware updates for the FUJIFILM X-T2 and X-T20 X Series cameras. These updates include new support for FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO, improvements to the AF-C tracking algorithm in zone and tracking AF mode, addition of 4K video support, computer tethering functions, and enhancements to touch panel operation.

 

FUJIFILM X-T2: V.3.0:

  • New AF tracking algorithm enhances AF-C to track moving subjects half the size, or moving twice as fast as previous models.
  • Supports FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO which enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro.
  • Supports Instax SHARE SP-3 and higher resolution prints for SP-2.
  • Allows users to choose RGB and brightness histogram with or without highlight warnings.
  • Improved radio flash controller to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync or TTL mode
  • Supports backup and restore of camera settings from one camera to another via FUJIFILM X Acquire.

 

FUJIFILM X-T20: V.1.1:

  • Touch panel operation while looking into the electronic viewfinder.
  • Supports Instax SHARE SP-3 and higher resolution prints for SP-2.

 

 

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