BHphoto postponed the shipment start of the GFX from February 23 to March 1. But don’t worry, while some delay or production shortage can be expected we will not get a six months delay like it happened with the Hasselblad X1D.
CIPA just plublished the camera shipment data for the months of December. Ans look here folks: After four years of continuous camera shipment reduction this is the first time I see that camera shipments in one month were better(!) than the month of the year before!
And now to two more interesting details:
2) Surprise: Even the December compact camera shipments were greater than the year before!
Finally it seems we have reached the bottom of the four-year long camera market crisis?
At last some good news from Hasselblad. The X1D is now shipping in “larger quantity”. But I wonder how many of those who preordered the X1D canceled their order to get the Fuji GFX…
Two news from the big boys:
1) Nikon has still not unveiled when they will start shipping their DL compact camera line. BHphoto still reports a vague “coming soon” note.
2) Some good news for Canon: Nikkei reports that Canon’s group operating profit is seen topping 250 billion yen ($2.17 billion) for the fiscal year ending December 2017,
Press text:
New Xenon FF-Prime Cine-Tilt Lenses from Schneider-Kreuznach
World’s first Full Frame Cine Primes to offer dynamic Tilt functionality
To enhance today’s dynamic cinematography, Schneider-Kreuznach introduces Xenon FF-Prime Cine-Tilt lenses. This groundbreaking new version combines similar form-factor and capabilities of the company’s popular Full-Frame Primes with added tilt function up to ±4°. By sustaining the field of view during focus and tilt actions, the new Cine-Tilt design makes possible previously unimaginable images from the freely moving and tilting focus planes. The new lenses offer the potential to utilize out-of-focus areas in the frame, especially when tilt is used with large apertures. A 4° tilt angle at the sensor plane corresponds to an 80° focal plane, which varies according to the focal length and aperture setting selected.
Like Schneider’s standard Xenon FF-Primes, the new version answers today’s practical needs yielding full-frame imagery, beyond 4K, in a lightweight and compact, uniform dimension package. The color-matched lenses feature minimized breathing and a bokeh reminiscent of classic Hollywood. Designed and built in Germany, the new design provides sophisticated mechanics for smooth and accurate tilt action. The lens’ tilt is controlled via a high precision ring with 120° rotation that is as intuitive to operate as pulling focus. Due to the common 0.8 module gear, the Cine-Tilt is usable with standard follow-focus systems.
Cine-Tilt lenses offer the multifold benefits of standard Xenon FF-Primes plus tilt functionality, so there’s is no need to swap out lenses during a shot. With the tilt set at 0° the Cine-Tilt lenses provide identical images as the standard FF-Primes. The consistent set comprises focal lengths of 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 75mm and 100mm – all at T2.1.
Cine-Tilt FF-Primes will be available this spring individually or as a set, in Sony E-Mount.
Background information and applications examples can be found at www.facebook.com/SchneiderKreuznachCINE. For the US contact: Schneider Optics, NY: 631-761-5000, CA: 818-766-3715, or visit www.schneideroptics.com
This doesn’t look good for Hasselblad. Hasselblad CEO Oosting whom had the merit to steer the company into the right direction is now stepping down! It may sounds strange but the unexpected X1D camera success may played a crucial role in this: Since the X1D launch Hasselblad struggled to produce the camera in time and in a decent quantity. That’s why DJI probably had to acquire Hasselblad shares to speed up the production process.
This is the official Hasselblad press release:
Gothenburg, January 2017
Hasselblad, the leader in high-quality professional medium format cameras today announced that Perry Oosting, CEO, will step down from his role by the end of this month.
Having guided Hasselblad to stability, strong sales as well as the partnership with aerial camera company DJI, CEO Perry Oosting has accomplished what he was asked to achieve and has decided to step down from his operational responsibilities and return to a role as advisor to the board.
“We would like to thank Mr Perry Oosting for his extraordinary efforts. Under his leadership a foundation for future growth is established and the company has extended its customer base substantially,” said the Supervisory Board.
“In the beginning of 2015 I was asked to take the role as CEO to secure sustainable growth and prepare the business for the next steps in its development. During 2016, we launched several new products and a complete new electronic platform. The market reaction to the strategic direction and its products were overwhelming. I would like to thank all involved and foresee a bright future for the team of Hasselblad.” said Perry Oosting.
The Board of Directors has, effective as of Feb 1, appointed Paul Bram, currently Advisor to Hasselblad, as Interim CEO.
“We are happy to announce Mr Paul Bram as an interim CEO. Paul is coming from his position within Hasselblad as Advisor and has a vast leadership experience from his time at Ericsson and Gambro,” said the Supervisory Board.
“I am honoured to take on the role as interim CEO for this iconic and much-loved company. Hasselblad represents outstanding quality, passion for fine art and pioneering technology. Over the coming months we will continue the started path and strategic direction, including accelerating R&D and software development in Gothenburg, Sweden. Going forward I am immensely proud to be part of this continuing journey. ” said Paul Bram.
Dpreview posted the interview with Fuji and there are some interesting info here:
1) There is a chance we might see a GFX rangefinder camera
2) All lenses are designed to resolve future 100+ Megapixel sensor
3) The X-E series isn’t dead yet
GFX System Camera & Lenses
GFX 50S Medium Format Mirrorless Camera at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm GF 63mm F/2.8 R WR Lens for GFX at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm GF 32-64mm F/4 R LM WR Lens for GFX at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm GF 120mm F/4 R LM OIS WR Macro Lens for GFX at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
GFX 50S Accessories at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm EVF-TL1 EVF Tilt Adapter for GFX 50S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm H Mount Adapter G, for GFX at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm RLCP-002 Rear Lens Cap for GFX Lenses at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm BCP-002 Body Cap for GFX at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm FLCP-62II Front Lens Cap fpr GF 63mm Lens at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm VG-GFX1 Vertical Battery Grip f/GFX 50S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm NP-T125 Rechargeable Battery for GFX 50S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm BC-T125 Battery Charger for NP-T125 Battery at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm AC-15V AC Power Adapter for GFX 50S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
New cameras & Lenses
Fujifilm X100F Mirrorless Digital Camera Body – Silver at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm X100F Mirrorless Digital Camera Body – Black at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm WCL-X100 II Wide Conversion Lens for X100F Camera, Silver at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm WCL-X100 II Wide Conversion Lens for X100F Camera, Black at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm TCL-X100 II Tele Conversion Lens for X100F Camera, Silver at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm TCL-X100 II Tele Conversion Lens for X100F Camera, Black at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm XF 50mm F/2 WR Lens, Black at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm XF 50mm F/2 WR Lens, Silver at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm X-T20 Mirrorless Digital Camera Body, Silver at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm X-T20 Mirrorless Digital Camera Body, Black at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm X-T20 with XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS Lens, Silver at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm X-T20 with XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS Lens, Black at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm X-T20 with XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS Lens – Silver at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm X-T20 with XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS Lens – Black at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
New Accessories
Fujifilm Leather Case for X100F Digital Camera, Brown at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm Leather Case for X100F Digital Camera, Black at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm FLCP-46 Lens Cap, Compatible with XF50mmF2 Lens at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
Fujifilm PRF-46 46mm Protector Filter for XF50mmF2 at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto.
