We’re back from Purim celebrations to bring you a week of exciting announcements! FUJIFILM released the GFX100RF, a new medium-format camera combining the X Processor 5 with the GFX 100S II 102MP image sensor. Zoom gave creators 32-bit float recording with the H5studio 4-Track Handy Recorder. Let’s get into it!
FUJIFILM Releases a New Medium-Format Camera
FUJIFILM is bringing the tried-and-true GFX 100S II sensor to medium-format shooting with the GFX100RF. Utilize the 102MP 43.8 x 32.9mm BSI CMOS sensor in tandem with the X Processor 5 to easily capture 16-bit raw files, 10-bit HEIFs, wide dynamic range, low noise with a base ISO 80, and a slew of versatile cropping options. The Intelligent Hybrid AF system makes for quick and accurate autofocus performance for shooting on the go.
The GFX100RF works in different aspect ratios or different crops while maintaining high resolution imagery. A dedicated Aspect Ratio Dial helps you choose between 4:3, 3:4, 5:4, 1:1, 3:2, 7:6, 65:24, 17:6, and 16:9 ratios. A lever beneath the shutter button accesses Digital Teleconverter settings that evoke the GF lenses in FUJIFILM’s GFX lens system from 45mm to 63mm to 80mm. The camera itself has a fixed 35mm f/4 lens, but using this tool helps crop the image and simulate different lens focal lengths.
Equivalent to 28mm on full-frame cameras, the fixed 35mm lens maintains a wide-angle FOV for a wide variety of subject matters. An internal 4-stop neutral density filter and leaf shutter design fine tune the overall appearance of light and motion in your images. Review your shots with the OLED EVF and LCD screen. Select between 20 different Film Simulation modes to evoke analog processes. The mixture of point-and-shoot simplicity and advanced creative functions make the GFX100RF a versatile camera option for aspiring photographers looking to grow their skills.
Zoom Brings 32-Bit Float to Creators
Zoom has done it again, giving us another compact recording solution for content creators and videographers looking to improve their audio quality. The H5studio Handy Recorder capable of recording four tracks of 32-bit float audio using its X/Y stereo microphone array. The microphones are equipped with large 19.4mm capsules which boast 140 dB max SPL and an impressive dynamic range of 123 dB. This ensures your recorded audio remains clear.
Connectivity wise, the H5studio features two locking XLR/TRS combo inputs and a 3.5mm stereo jack input for lavalier microphones. Integrated phantom power, +4 dBu line level, and plug-in power in these respective ports allow you to utilize a wide variety of audio equipment.
Ultralow-noise preamps like those found in the F-series recorders solidify the H5studio’s exceptional performance. In total, the recorder can capture six audio tracks including its four input ports plus a stereo mix. A headphone jack and 3.5mm stereo line output sends audio to your monitor and recording camera. You can even plug the recorder into your laptop or mobile device using its USB audio interface.
Other advanced features of the H5studio include timecode support with the TCA-1 adapter, wireless app control, advanced hybrid limiters to safeguard your recordings, and dual LCD screens to monitor your audio signals. A next generation 3.0 capsule system facilitates 32-bit float recording and allows you to use the right mic for recording audio. Dedicated gain knobs can fine-tune your levels during production for a cleaner final product. Whether you’re recording with your camera or your phone, the H5studio is an intuitive interface that ensures professional sound quality.
In other news…
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Viltrox released a Nikon Z mount version of the AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB FE Lens. Its VCM focus motor makes for quick shooting in your next portrait session.
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Wescott adds to its legacy Ice series with the Ice Light 3 Bi-Color and RGB LED Tube lights. The third version features improved performance with the same quality and portability as its predecessors.
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Godox gave us the Litemons LA200R RGB LED Monolight in white and black colorways. The LA200R is a 220W unit with NFC functionality for quick app control on set.
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Start your musical journey with the Roland GO:PIANO88PX 88-Key Touch-Sensitive Portable Keyboard thanks to its user-friendly interface and versatile Bluetooth connectivity. Record your performances and connect to computer applications like GarageBand.
That’s all for this week! Check back next week for exciting news, releases, and product announcements.
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