Fujifilm announce firmware updates for X-H1, X-T2, X-Pro2, X-E3 and X100F coming soon Complimentary upgrades will provide new functions including a new PDAF algorithm, Flicker Reduction and Select/Create Folder, and additional compatibility of the newly introduced MKX18-55mmT2.9 and MKX50-135mmT2.9 lenses.
12.04.2018
FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) will release free firmware updates for the FUJIFILM X-H1 ( X-H1 ), FUJIFILM X-T2 ( X-T2 ), FUJIFILM X-Pro2 ( X-Pro2 ), FUJIFILM X-E3 ( X-E3 ) and FUJIFILM X100F ( X100F ) X Series digital cameras. Due for release late April and May, the updates reflect the feedback received by FUJIFILM X Series users with regards to improving usability and adding new functions.
FUJIFILM X-E3 (Ver.1.2.0) - due late April 2018
1.Supports FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO
After connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro. Fast batch processing will also be available. The FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO can be downloaded from the FUJIFILM website for free.
2.Support for backup/restore of camera settings via FUJIFILM X Acquire
Once connecting a camera to a computer via USB cable, the FUJIFILM X Acquire allows users to backup/restore camera settings to/from a file. Copying all camera settings from one camera to another is available.
3.Compatible with the newly developed FUJINON XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ lens
The upgrade will add compatibility for the newly developed FUJINON XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ lens.
1) MF ring can be used as zoom ring
2) Maintain the lens zoom position during interval shooting
3) Maintain the lens zoom position in playback mode to shorten the startup time for the next shooting
4.Improve radio flash controller usability
The upgrade allows users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync. or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
5.Enlarged and customizable indicators or information
The upgrade allows users to enlarge indicators and information in the viewfinder and/or LCD monitor. This upgrade will also enable users to customize the location of where the information is shown on the display.
6.Enhanced Bluetooth * connectivity via FUJIFILM Camera Remote app.
The upgrade allows users to utilize the following functions with the latest FUJFIILM Camera Remote app.
1) The upgrade allows users to select multiple smartphones or tablet devices by paring the cameras.(Up to 7 devices)
2) Update the firmware** of compatible cameras that offer Bluetooth capability via smartphone or tablet devices.
3) It supports Bluetooth wireless remote control camera shutter release** for cameras that offer Bluetooth capability.
*The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by FUJIFILM Corporation is under license.
**An upgrade to the FUJIFILM Camera Remote that will be available in May 2018 is required to operate firmware update and camera shutter release.
FUJIFILM X100F (Ver.2.1.0) - due late April 2018
1.Enlarged and customizable indicators or information
The upgrade allows users to enlarge indicators and information in the viewfinder and/or LCD monitor. This upgrade will also enable users to customize the location of where the information is shown on the display.
FUJIFILM X-H1 (Ver.1.1.0) - due May 2018
1.Addition of Focus Bracketing
The update will enable the photographer to shoot focus distance bracketing up to 999 frames. When the photographer begins shooting, the focal location is shifted with each activation of the shutter by the step of focus shift set from 1 to 10.
2.Compatible with the newly developed cinema lens FUJINON MKX18-55mmT2.9 lens and FUJINON MKX50-135mmT2.9 lens
The upgrade will add compatibility for the newly developed FUJINON MKX18-55mmT2.9 lens and FUJINON MKX50-135mmT2.9 lens
1) Aperture information can be displayed on the monitor. The upgrade allows users to select T-stop or F-stop.
2) The upgrade allows users to check the focus distance with the distance indicator shown on the monitor.
3) Automatically corrects the distortion and the color/brightness shading.
4) Camera automatically calculate the White Balance based on the lens position and deliver the color expressions with Film Simulation modes.
3.Enlarged and customizable indicators or information
The upgrade allows users to enlarge indicators and information in the viewfinder and/or LCD monitor. This upgrade will also enable users to customize the location of where the information is shown on the display.
4.Enhanced Phase Detection AF during movie recording
Enabled phase detection AF at smallest area size when in single point AF, making phase detection AF active all 6 area sizes both in AF-S/AF-C mode.
5.Expanded Phase Detection AF Area options during still shooting
Phase detection AF is now available in the smallest size single AF point when shooting in AF-S and AF-C modes. This takes the total phase detection AF areas to 6.
6.Enhanced Bluetooth * connectivity via FUJIFILM Camera Remote app.
The upgrade allows users to utilize the following functions with the latest FUJFIILM Camera Remote app.
1) It synchronizes "date and time" and/or "location information" of smartphone and tablet devices when used with cameras with Bluetooth capability
2) The upgrade allows users to select multiple smartphones or tablet devices by paring the cameras.(Up to 7 devices)
3) Update the firmware** of compatible cameras that offer Bluetooth capability via smartphone or tablet devices.
4) It supports Bluetooth wireless remote control camera shutter release** for cameras that offer Bluetooth capability.
7. Addition of Fn button support for IS Mode
The upgrade allows users to set the Fn button as IS Mode for quicker setting changes.
FUJIFILM X-T2 (Ver.4.0
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Fujifilm announce firmware updates for X-H1, X-T2, X-Pro2, X-E3 and X100F coming soon Complimentary upgrades will provide new functions including a new PDAF algorithm, Flicker Reduction and Select/Create Folder, and additional compatibility of the newly introduced MKX18-55mmT2.9 and MKX50-135mmT2.9 lenses. 
