Offering firmware which improves the performance of the original FUJIFILM X00

Offering firmware which improves the performance of the original FUJIFILM X100 FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Shigehiro Nakajima) have released a free, dedicated firmware update for the X100 camera which will offer a number of significant improvements to the performance of the FUJIFILM X100. The FUJIFILM X100 was the first ever model in Fujifilm's premium X camera range.

18.10.2013

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:

18th October, 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 2.00

To download the new firmware files & instructions on upgrading your cameras, please visit:

Fujifilm's global website: http://www.fujifilm.com/support/digital_cameras/software/

*This firmware is a dedicated firmware for FUJIFILM X100. Firmware is software that controls the camera body.

*The firmware can be downloaded from Support on the Fujifilm website.

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FUJIFILM Corporation and its group companies develop, produce and market products in the Imaging Solutions business (colour films, digital cameras, photofinishing equipment and colour paper, chemicals and services for photofinishing) and Information Solutions business (equipment and materials for medical diagnostics and life science, equipment and materials for graphic arts, flat panel display materials, recording media, optical devices, electronic materials and inkjet materials). The company employs more than 80,000 people worldwide, with 282 subsidiaries all over the world.

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