Fujifilm has announced its X Raw Studio Conversion System software, which it first teased back at Photokina. The software is essentially a viewer for the in-camera Raw converters that already exist on X and GFX series cameras.
In fact, the software doesn't actually do any processing - the camera does, over a USB connection. Fujifilm claims that X Raw Studio is more than twenty times faster than the SilkyPix-based converter. The macOS version is available for download today, with a Windows application to follow in February.
The software adjusts exactly the same parameters as on the camera and supports batch processing and saving conversion profiles. As you'd expect, a side-by-side viewer is available. As of today only the GFX 50S and X-T2 are supported, with the X-Pro2 and X100F to follow in December, all via firmware updates.
Speaking of which, the company also posted firmware updates for the X-T2, X-T20 and GFX 50S that were announced at Photokina. Changes include:
FUJIFILM X-T2: V. 3. 0 Key Features:
New AF tracking algorithm enhances AF-C to track moving subjects half the size, or moving twice as fast as previous models.
Supports FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO which enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro.
Supports Instax SHARE SP-3 and higher resolution prints for SP-2.
Allows users to choose RGB and brightness histogram with or without highlight warnings.
Improves radio flash controller usability allowing users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
Supports backup and restore of camera settings from one camera to another via FUJIFILM X Acquire.
FUJIFILM X-T20: V. 1. 1 Key Features:
Touch panel operation while looking into the electronic viewfinder.
Supports Instax SHARE SP-3 and higher resolution prints for SP-2.
FUJIFILM GFX 50S: V. 2. 0 Key Features:
Supports FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO which enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro.
Supports Instax SHARE SP-3 and higher resolution prints for SP-2.
Improves radio flash controller usability allowing users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
Supports backup and restore of camera settings from one camera to another via FUJIFILM X Acquire.
Addition of “Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display” in View Mode that allows for shooting through the viewfinder and checking images on the LCD.
ON/OFF for 1/3-step shutter speed adjustment.
Addition of “Shoot Without Card” mode so camera will not shoot without SD card inserted.
Addition of “-6” and “-7” to EVF's brightness settings.
Press Release
FUJIFILM ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF NEW FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO CONVERSION SYSTEM
New Firmware Updates for GFX and X Series Cameras available now
Valhalla, N. Y. , November 29, 2017 – Fujifilm North America Corporation today announced the launch of FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO, a new conversion software that allows photographers to quickly and easily convert RAW files while maintaining outstanding image quality.
Also available today are Firmware updates for the FUJIFILM X-T2 and X-T20 X Series cameras, and the FUJIFILM GFX 50S.
New FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO
FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO enables users to convert RAW files with ease, offering exceptionally fast conversions. Due to the size of RAW files, photographers can often find batch conversion extremely time consuming. X RAW STUDIO utilizes the connected camera’s X-Processor Pro high-speed image processing engine, allowing for quick and effective conversion without compromising on image quality. Compatible with both Mac and PC systems, the new X RAW STUDIO enables batch conversion of a selection of images. Users can store conversion settings or copy settings between images, and variable image processing conditions can be adjusted in the same way as in-camera RAW conversion.
Fujifilm X RAW STUDIO Key Features:
Supports single or batch conversion for RAW images through a Mac or PC system.
Image processing settings can be adjusted like the in-camera RAW conversion.
All conversion parameters available through in-camera RAW conversion are adjustable, enabling photographers to monitor results in a preview window when changing settings.
Displays before and after images side-by-side for easy comparison while changing adjusting settings.
Enables users to save, load, or copy conversion profiles onto another RAW image.
Availability & Pricing
FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO for Mac is available now, and is set to launch for Windows in February 2018. X RAW STUDIO is available to users at no cost.
New GFX Firmware Updates
Fujifilm has released firmware updates for the GFX 50S that add new support for FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO, improved third party studio flash controller usability and new functions to improve operability.
FUJIFILM GFX 50S: V. 2. 0 Key Features:
Supports FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO which enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro.
Supports Instax SHARE SP-3 and higher resolution prints for SP-2.
Improves radio flash controller usability allowing users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
Supports backup and restore of camera settings from one camera to another via FUJIFILM X Acquire.
Addition of “Eye Sensor + LCD Image Display” in View Mode that allows for shooting through the viewfinder and checking images on the LCD.
ON/OFF for 1/3-step shutter speed adjustment.
Addition of “Shoot Without Card” mode so camera will not shoot without SD card inserted.
Addition of “-6” and “-7” to EVF's brightness settings.
New X Series Firmware Updates
Additionally, Fujifilm has released firmware updates for the FUJIFILM X-T2 and X-T20 X Series cameras to add new functionality and improve operability. These updates include new support for FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO, dramatic improvements to the AF-C tracking algorithm in zone and tracking AF mode, addition of 4K video support and computer tethering functions and enhancements to touch panel operations.
FUJIFILM X-T2: V. 3. 0 Key Features:
New AF tracking algorithm enhances AF-C to track moving subjects half the size, or moving twice as fast as previous models.
Supports FUJIFILM X RAW STUDIO which enables users to convert RAW files with X Processor Pro.
Supports Instax SHARE SP-3 and higher resolution prints for SP-2.
Allows users to choose RGB and brightness histogram with or without highlight warnings.
Improves radio flash controller usability allowing users to shoot with compatible third party studio flash in high speed sync or TTL mode via their radio controllers.
Supports backup and restore of camera settings from one camera to another via FUJIFILM X Acquire.
FUJIFILM X-T20: V. 1. 1 Key Features:
Touch panel operation while looking into the electronic viewfinder.
Supports Instax SHARE SP-3 and higher resolution prints for SP-2.
2017-11-30 06:15
