Saturday, January 12, 2013

Fujifilm X20


The new Fujifilm X20 is a really great evolution to the X10.  There are so many great enhancements and a few of the top line ones are the full information viewfinder, the X-Trams sensor, the addition of the Q button and many more you can read about on the product pages.  
Here is a quick overview with product images so you can see the details if you haven't already.  Arriving in the USA in March at $599.95.  Full press release way below.
 

A neat preview video is posted here - 
http://youtu.be/gNjF-eYGORo 


http://www.fujifilmusa.com/products/digital_cameras/x/fujifilm_x20/
http://fujifilm-x.com/x20/en/
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Model Name FUJIFILM X20
Number of effective pixels 12.0 million pixels
Image sensor 2/3-inch X-Trans CMOS II with primary color filter
Storage media
  • Internal memory
  • SD/ SDHC/ SDXC(UHS-I) memory card*1
File format
still image
JPEG (Exif Ver 2.3)*2,
RAW (RAF format), RAW+JPEG
(Design rule for Camera File system compliant / DPOF-compatible)
movie
H.264 (MOV) with Stereo sound
Number of recorded pixels L : (4:3) 4000 x 3000 / (3:2) 4000 x 2664 / (16:9) 4000 x 2248 / (1:1) 2992 x 2992
M : (4:3) 2816 x 2112 / (3:2) 2816 x 1864 / (16:9) 2816 x 1584 / (1:1) 2112 x 2112
S : (4:3) 2048 x 1536 / (3:2) 2048 x 1360 / (16:9) 1920 x 1080 / (1:1) 1536 x 1536

<Motion Panorama>
360° Vertical : 11520 x 1624 Horizontal : 11520 x 1080
180° Vertical : 5760 x 1624 Horizontal : 5760 x 1080
120° Vertical : 3840 x 1624 Horizontal : 3840 x 1080
Lens
name
Fujinon 4x optical zoom lens
focal length
f=7.1 - 28.4mm, 28-112mm 35mm formt equivalent
full-aperture
F2.0 (Wide) - F2.8 (Telephoto)
constitution
9 groups 11 lenses (3 aspherical glass molded lenses included)
Digital zoom Intelligent digital zoom approx. 2x (up to 8 x when combined with optical zoom)
Aperture F2.0 - F11 (Wide)
F2.8 - F11 (Telephoto) 1/3EV step (controlled 7 - blade aperture diaphragm)
Focus distance
(from lens surface)
Normal
  • Wide : Approx. 50cm / 1.6ft. to infinity
  • Telephoto : Approx. 80cm / 2.6ft. to infinity
Macro
  • Wide : Approx. 10cm - 3.0m / 3.9in. - 9.8ft.
  • Telephoto : Approx. 50cm - 3.0m / 1.6ft. - 9.8ft.
Super Macro
  • Approx. 1.0cm -1.0m / 0.4in. - 3.3ft.
Sensitivity AUTO (Control available up to ISO3200), Equivalent to ISO 100/200/250/320/400/500/640/800/1000/1250/1600/2000/2500/3200/4000/5000/6400/12800 (Standard Output Sensitivity)
Exposure control TTL 256-zones metering, Multi / Spot / Average
Exposure mode Programmed AE, Aperture Priority AE, Shutter Priority AE, Manual
Shooting modes
SP
Portrait, Portrait Enhancer, Landscape, Sport, Night, Night (Tripod), Fireworks, Sunset, Snow, Beach, Party, Flower, Text, Underwater
MODE DIAL
AUTO, ADVANCED SR AUTO, P, S, A, M, C1, C2, Movie, SP, Adv.
Image Stabilizer Lens shift type
Face detection YES
Exposure compensation -2.0EV - +2.0EV 1/3EV step
Shutter speed (Auto mode) 1/4 sec. to 1/4000* sec. , (All other modes) 30 sec. to 1/4000* sec.
  • * 1/4000sec. at small aperture, 1/1000sec. at full aperture
Continuous shooting
TOP
Super High : approx. 12 fps (max. 11 frames)
High : approx. 9 fps (max. 14 frames)
Middle : approx. 6 fps (max. 20 frames)
Low : approx. 3 fps (max. 39 frames)
LAST
-
Best Frame capture
Super High : approx. 12 fps (max. 8frames)
High : approx. 9 fps (max. 8frames)
Middle : approx. 6 fps (max. 8frames)
Low : approx. 3 fps (max. 8frames)
Auto bracketing AE Bracketing : ±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV
Film Simulation Bracketing : Any 3 type of Film Simulation selectable
Dynamic Range Bracketing : 100% / 200% / 400%
ISO sensitivity Bracketing : ±1/3EV, ±2/3EV, ±1EV
Focus
mode
Single AF / Continuous AF / MF
type
Intelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF), AF assist illuminator available
AF frame selection
Multi, Area, Tracking
White balance Automatic scene recognition
Preset
Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light, Underwater, Custom, Color temperature selection
Self-timer Approx. 10 sec. / 2 sec. delay
Flash Auto flash (Super intelligent Flash)
Effective range (ISO AUTO):
Normal
  • Wide : Approx. 30cm - 7.0m / 11.7in. - 22.9ft.
  • Telephoto : Approx. 50cm - 5.0m / 1.6ft. - 16.4ft.
Flash modes
Red-eye Removal OFF
Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro.
Red-eye Removal ON
Red-eye Reduction Auto, Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro.
Hot shoe YES
Viewfinder Advanced Optical Viewfinder (equipped with Digital Trans Panel)
Approx. 85% coverage
Built-in eye sensor
LCD monitor 2.8-inch, approx. 460K-dot, TFT color LCD monitor, approx. 100% coverage
Movie recording 1920 x 1080 pixels (60 fps) / 1280 x 720 pixels (60 fps) / 640 x 480 pixels (30 fps) with stereo sound
Optical zoom (manual) can be used.
  • * SD memory card with a class 10 write speed (10 MB/sec.) or better is recommended.
Photography functions ADVANCED SR AUTO, Face Detection, Auto red-eye Removal, Film Simulation, Framing guideline, Frame No. memory, Histogram display, Best frame capture, Adv. mode (Motion panorama360, Pro focus, Pro low light), High Speed Movie (80/150/250 fps.), Electronic level, RAW, Advanced Anti Blur, Focus Peak Highlight
Playback functions Face Detection, Auto red-eye removal, Multi-frame playback (with micro thumbnail), Protect, Crop, Resize, Slide show, Image rotate, Histogram display, Exposure warning, Photobook assist, Image search, Favorites, Mark for upload, Panorama, Erase Selected Frames, RAW Conversion.
Other functions PictBridge, Exif Print, 35 Languages, Time difference, Silent mode
Terminal
Video output
-
Digital interface
USB 2.0 High-Speed/ Microphone input (only with MIC-ST1 w/adapter sold separately)
HDMI output
HDMI mini connector
Power supply NP-50 Li-ion battery (included)
CP-50 with AC power adapter AC-5VX (sold separately)
Dimensions 117.0 (W) x 69.6 (H) x 56.8 (D) mm / 4.6 (W) x 2.7 (H) x 2.2 (D) in.
Weight Approx. 353 g / 12.4 oz. (including battery and memory card)
Approx. 333 g / 11.7 oz. (excluding battery and memory card)
Operating Temperature 0 - 40°C
Operating Humidity 10 - 80% (no condensation)
Guide to the number of available frames for battery operation Approx. 270 frames (LCD : ON, AUTO mode)*3
Accessories included Li-ion battery NP-50
Battery charger BC-50B
Shoulder strap
Lens cap
USB cable
CD-ROM (Viewer software, RAW File Converter etc.*4)
Owner's manual
Optional accessories Li-ion battery NP-50
Battery charger BC-45W
Lens hood LH-X10
Protector Filter PRF-52*5
Lens Hood and Protector Filter LHF-X20
Leather case LC-X20
Shoe Mount Flash EF-42/EF-20/EF-X20
DC coupler CP-50
AC power adapter AC-5VX
Stereo microphone MIC-ST1
  • *1 Please see the Fujifilm website to check memory card compatibility.
  • *2 Exif 2.3 is a digital camera file format that contains a variety of shooting information for optimal printing.
  • *3 Based on the CIPA test standard
  • *4 OS compatibility.
    Viewer software : Windows 8 / 7 / Vista / XP
    Raw File Converter : Windows 8 / 7 / Vista / XP, Mac OS X 10.6 - OS X 10.8
  • *5 Lens hood LH-X10 required.

































































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FUJIFILM announces the new X20 premium digital camera, featuring a new 2/3inch X-Trans CMOS II Sensor and the EXR Processor II that deliver the world’s fastest autofocus speed in its class

FUJIFILM X20 delivers the world’s fastest autofocus speed in its class, and advanced sensor and processor improve resolution and reduce noise for amazing images
   
Valhalla, N.Y., January 7, 2013 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation announces the new FUJIFILM X20 digital camera that improves on the highly-acclaimed FUJIFILM X10 with an advanced 12MP 2/3” X-Trans CMOS II Sensor and the EXR Processor II to deliver the world’s fastest autofocus speed of up to 0.06 seconds(*1). The X20 also receives a newly-developed, advanced optical viewfinder with a Digital Trans Panel that displays critical imaging information syncing perfectly with the manual zoom lens.

The X20 achieves improvements in reduced noise, as well as higher resolution thanks to its new X-Trans CMOS II Sensor. By combining the X-Trans filter array and removal of the Optical Low Pass Filter (OLPF) the X20 delivers:
  • 30% better noise reduction*2 compared to the FUJIFILM X10
  • 20% higher image resolution*2 over the FUJIFILM X10

“The new FUJIFILM X20 blends the award-winning performance of the X-Series with a classic design and easy operation for a truly pleasing photographic experience,” said Go Miyazaki, president and chief operating officer, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. “By incorporating a new sensor and new processor with features like phase detection and an Intelligent Hybrid autofocus system, the X20 achieves amazing speed and razor sharp image quality every time.”

Advanced X-Trans CMOS II Sensor and EXR Processor II
The FUJIFILM X20 features a newly-developed 12MP 2/3” X-Trans CMOS II sensor with a highly randomized and unique color filter array that eliminates the need for an optical low-pass filter that produces beautiful, high resolution images with edge to edge clarity.

The 2/3” X-Trans CMOS II sensor in the X20 achieves excellent sensitivity and is coupled with the advanced signal processing of the EXR Processor II to reduce noise by more than 30%(*2) compared to conventional digital cameras in the category.

Fastest Autofocus in Class
The FUJIFILM X20 now features built-in phase detection that achieves the world’s fastest auto focus speed in its class as fast as 0.06 seconds(*3), a fast start-up time of only 0.5 seconds(*4), a shutter time lag of 0.01 seconds and a shooting interval of 0.5 seconds. It also features an Intelligent Hybrid Autofocus system that switches between phase and contrast detection, depending on the subject or scene, to achieve the best balance between speed and focus precision. 

Using its new Focus Peaking function, the X20 highlights high contrast areas of subjects for precise focusing while using manual focus mode, so that users can achieve perfect focus every time.

High Precision F2.0-2.8 4x Manual Zoom Lens
The FUJIFILM X20 uses the premium FUJINON F2.0-2.8 4x manual zoom lens that is made up of 11 glass elements in 9 groups, including 3 double-sided aspherical elements and 2 extra-low dispersion elements. The lens also uses FUJINON’s proprietary HT-EBC coating to effectively control flare and ghosting from appearing on images for consistent image clarity.

The X20 has a smooth optical 4x manual zoom lens barrel that allows users to determine precise composition quickly. And in Super Macro mode, users can get as close as 0.39” from a subject, for stunning close-up shots.

The X20 also uses a unique image stabilization mechanism that shifts 5 lens elements to compensate for camera shake by up to 4 stops, while also effectively preventing motion blur and reducing vignetting and loss of image resolution that usually occurs during camera shake.

The FUJIFILM X20 uses a 7 diaphragm blade system that enables users to create a beautiful soft ‘bokeh’ effect to make subjects stand out against a soft background.

Advanced Digital Trans Panel Optical Viewfinder
The FUJIFILM X20 has a bright optical viewfinder that features a newly-developed Digital Trans Panel that clearly displays shutter speed, aperture, ISO, focusing area and other shooting information. The X20’s advanced viewfinder also synchronizes with the 4x manual zoom lens so that users can accurately compose shots using the viewfinder even when the focal length is constantly changing. The Digital Trans Panel automatically switches the color of information in the shooting frame according to the scene and shooting conditions. Normally displayed in black, shooting information is automatically displayed by green LEDs for enhanced visibility in especially dark scenes.

Film Simulation Modes and Artistic Filters
To give users even more creative possibilities, the X20 also features Fujifilm’s proprietary Film Simulation Mode which includes ten film simulation options that replicate the results achieved by Fujifilm color reversal films (Velvia / PROVIA / ASTIA) and professional color negative films (PRO Neg. Std / PRO Neg. Hi), along with three B/W filter effects (Ye filter, R filter and G filter).

The X20 also has Advanced Filter functions for additional artistic functionality, including Pop Color, Toy Camera, Miniature, Dynamic Tone, Partial Color, Soft Focus, High Key and Low Key.
Users can also choose a separate Multiple Exposure function that combines two separate subjects into one photo, perfect for adding people into photos that they had missed.

A new Movie Scene Recognition feature automatically recognizes six types of scenes and optimizes settings for sharp results in a variety of shooting conditions. Additionally, the X20’s Intelligent Hybrid AF feature operates during the X20’s full HD 1080p video up to 60fps in a high-bit rate for smooth movie capture with reduced noise and sharp clarity. 


Sharp LCD Screen and “Q” Menu System
Composing and viewing images on the FUJIFILM X20’s LCD screen is easy and clear thanks to its high-contrast, 460k dot, 2.8” premium screen that has a wide viewing-angle and an enhanced GUI menu system.

The menu system in the X20 receives Fujifilm’s latest Q “Quick” button feature that allows users to quickly call up a wide-range of frequently-used settings, and the programmable Fn (Function) button allows users to assign commonly-used functions at the touch of a button.

The X20 also features an Advanced SR Auto mode, which detects not only the main subject but also whether it is moving or stationary to automatically optimize the focus, exposure, ISO and other settings.

Design and Build Quality
The FUJIFILM X20 is manufactured from a strong, yet lightweight, die-cast magnesium alloy, and the upper controls and camera base are superbly designed and add a sense of style and elegance. The mode dial and zoom ring have been ergonomically placed and precision-milled from solid aluminum for outstanding usability.

FUJIFILM X20 key features:
  • NEW 12 MP 2/3” X-Trans CMOS II sensor
  • Improved EXR Processor II
  • Intelligent Hybrid AF in 0.06 seconds
§  Fast start-up time of 0.5 seconds
§  Shutter time lag of 0.01 seconds
  • Advanced Optical Viewfinder with a Digital Trans Panel and information overlay   
  • FUJINON F2.0-2.8 lens 4x manual zoom lens
  • 2.8” Premium Clear LCD (460k dots)
  • Pop-up Super Intelligent Flash
  • Super Macro mode to .039”
  • Focus Peaking function
  • Motion Panorama 360
  • Advanced Filters
  • “Q” button for frequently used menu items
  • Function (Fn) button
  • Multiple Exposure
  • New GUI showing the level of manual zoom, aperture and shutter speed
  • Advanced SR AUTO mode with 64 shooting patterns
  • Full HD video 1080p at 60fps
  • Manual focus available during video recording
  • Output for Stereo Microphone           
  • Film Simulation mode
  • Electronic level
  • Live histogram

FUJIFILM X20 Accessories
  • Leather case LC-X20
  • Lens Hood and Protector Filter LHF-X20
  • TTL Flash - three types of FUJIFILM clip-on flash
  • External stereo microphone MIC-ST1

*1 FUJIFILM research based on CIPA guidelines and conducted in “High Performance” mode as of November 2012. Compared with other digital cameras equipped with 2/3-inch sensor or larger, and conducted at the maximum wide-angle position with AREA-AF. Comparison models include the Canon EOSKissX6i, EOS5DMark,SX40HS, SX260HS Nikon 7000, P510, L810, Nikon1 Olympus OM-D, XZ-1 Panasonic GX1, LX5, TZ30 Sony NEX-7, NEX-,α77, RX100, HX30V
*2 Compared with the X10.
*3 Fujifilm research. Compared with X10 and conducted in F8.
*4 Quick start mode
*5 Compared with the EXR Processor Pro

Pricing and Availability
The FUJIFILM X20 will be available March 2013 at the price of $599.95, and will be available in black and a two-tone silver and black.


I am an employee of FUJIFILM North America Corporation.
The statements, comments and opinions expressed here represent my own, personal views and are not endorsed by, or affiliated in any way with, FUJIFILM North America Corporation or its affiliates.
bremler@fujifilm.com 

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