Fuji Unveils Their Next Generation APS-C Mirrorless: X-Pro2
Fuji has dropped a ton of new products in the last day, including their high-end APS-C mirrorless, the X-Pro2. While some of the other cameras unveiled, like the X-E2S and X70 are minor upgrades, the X-Pro2 has a brand new 24 Megapixel sensor, and is their new flagship. In addition, all of the new cameras announced feature 1080p up to 60fps. Here's B&H on some of what was announced:
It's a strong lineup of stills cameras, though the video features definitely leave something to be desired, and unfortunately it's a bit of a missed opportunity to try and convert some video shooters over from the Sony Alpha mirrorless series. Fuji has a very distinct look, something that they could certainly apply to a cinema camera, or at least a mirrorless camera with more cinema features — but they've got their priorities in order at the moment trying to make the best professional APS-C cameras they can.
One of the interesting features is their new film simulation modes, and for an explanation of what those entail, check out the post here from B&H.
Fuji X-Pro2
The X-Pro2 is the new flagship from Fuji, and while it doesn't feature 4K (video has never been a huge priority for Fuji), it does have 60fps at 1080p — though none of these cameras are really going to give you amazing video, partially because they are limited to a max bitrate of 36 Mbps.
Here are the specs:
- 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III Sensor
- X-Processor Pro Engine
- Advanced Hybrid Multi Viewfinder
- 3.0" 1.62m-Dot LCD Monitor
- 1920 x 1080: 60 fps, 50 fps, 30 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps
- 1280 x 720: 60 fps, 50 fps, 30 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps
- Max Video Bitrate: 36Mbps
- ISO 200-12800 (Extended Mode: 100-51200)
- Built-In Wi-Fi, SHARE Printer Compatible
- 273-Point AF with 77 Phase-Detect Points
- Up to 8 fps Shooting
- Weather-Sealed Design, 2x SD Card Slots
- Film Simulation and Grain Effect Modes
- 2.5mm Sub-mini (2-Ring), HDMI D (Micro), Micro-USB, USB 2.0
- Built-in Mic: With Video, Stereo, Optional External Mic: With Video, Stereo
- Availability: February 2016
- Price: $1,700 body only
And we have a bunch of videos as well that gives you a sense of the quality:
And here we have the guys from Fuji talking about the X-Pro2:
Fuji X-E2S
This camera is a minor upgrade, as it has the same 16MP sensor as the previous camera, but it features the new menu system and a slightly updated body from the X-E2. One of the nice things is that for only $1,000 it does come with an 18-55mm lens, so most of your wide to medium-telephoto lengths are covered.
And the specs:
- 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans II CMOS Sensor
- Real Time 0.62x Viewfinder
- 3.0" 1,040k-Dot LCD Monitor
- 1920 x 1080: 60 fps, 50 fps, 30 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps
- Max Video Bitrate: 36Mbps
- Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
- 49-Point Single Point Autofocus Mode
- 77-Point Zone, Wide/Tracking Focus Modes
- Maximum 51200 ISO Sensitivity
- Super Intelligent Pop-Up Flash
- Price: $1,000 with Fujinon XF18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS Lens
Fuji X70
This could be considered more than a minor upgrade as well, though the different lens provides a whole new perspective from the X100T. This camera is also a bit smaller and lighter than the X100T, so it may be nicer to carry around if you're looking for a fixed APS-C camera that can fit in your pocket.
The specs:
- 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II Sensor
- Fujinon 18.5mm f/2.8 Lens (28mm Equiv.)
- 3.0" 1.04m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
- 1920 x 1080p: 60 fps, 50 fps, 30 fps, 25 fps, 24 fps
- Built-In Wi-Fi, SHARE Printer Compatible
- Sensitivity to ISO 51200
- 77-Point AF System
- Interval Recording & Electronic Shutter
- Film Simulation Modes & Creative Filters
- Price: $800
Fuji FinePix XP90
This one is really a consumer camera, but it's worth mentioning just for the fact that it's essentially "everything-proof" to a decent degree, which means if you like going to inhospitable places, it's going to do a lot better than many other models here. It's much smaller sensor isn't going to give you the same kinds of excellent out-of-focus backgrounds, but it's small enough to carry around everywhere.
It also comes in a few different colors — so there's that, too.
Specs:
- 16.4MP 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor
- Fujinon 5x Optical Zoom Lens
- 28-140mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Water, Shock, Freeze, and Dustproof
- Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
- 3.0" LCD Monitor
- Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
- Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization
- 480 fps Slow Motion Mode
- Action Camera Mode & Motion Panorama
- Price: $230
Fuji XF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens
Last, but certainly not least, is the new 100-400mm lens from Fuji, which rounds out their lineup a lot better and gives you a long lens with pretty good range and performance. It's not going to be cheap, but then again it's likely got the build quality to go along with the price — as the rest of Fuji's cameras and lenses do.
- X-Mount Lens/APS-C Format
- 152-609mm (35mm Equivalent)
- Aperture Range: f/4.5 to f/22
- Five ED Elements & One Super ED Element
- Fluorine Coating on Front Element
- Twin Linear Autofocus Motor
- Optical Image Stabilization
- Weather-Sealed Design
- Rounded Nine-Blade Diaphragm
- Price: $1,900
Fujifilm XF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens — B&H
Source: B&H