Hands-on evaluation with the brand new Fujifilm GFX100 II

Fujifilm has actually released the brand new GFX100 II, a large-format mirrorless cam accepting high speed with a high-megapixel sensing unit. With guarantees of boosted stills efficiency and performance over its predecessor, the GFX100, how does the electronic camera in fact hold up out in the field? FUJIFILM Australia offered 7NEWS. com.au unique access to the brand new Fujifilm GFX100 II and FUJINON GF55mmF1.7 R WR to check out its stills efficiency for a week around Sydney. Keep checking out to see what we thought about Fujifilm’s newest large-format electronic camera. See the current News on Channel 7 or stream totally free on 7plus >> FUJIFILM Australia offered this publisher with gadgets for screening functions. This did not impact our views of the gadget, and our evaluation stays independent of the producer. FUJIFILM Australia reveal the brand new GFX100 II. Credit: FUJIFILM AustraliaGFX100 II Stills requirements and featuresA freshly established 102 MP image sensing unit (GFX 102MP CMOS II HS)Continuous shooting of as much as 8 frames per secondHigh-speed image processing with the X-Processor 5Improved face/eye autofocus algorithmEquipped with high-magnification and high-definition 9.44-million-dot EVF120fps EVF revitalize rateCustomisable Zone AF functionality20 movie simulation modes, consisting of the brand-new ‘REALA ACE’Pixel shift multi-shot performance, making it possible for 4x resolution and precise colour reproduction.Supports HEIF file format, offering 10-bit colour depthWeighing in at 948g consisting of battery and memory cardAutofocusAutofocus was extremely quick when it discovered and locked onto specified topics. Autofocus efficiency was fairly excellent however did have circumstances of searching when attempting to lock onto topics in faster-moving minutes. In regards to AF dependability, there were circumstances of AF searching in lower light shooting conditions where manual focus was utilized on event to optimise subject seclusion and sharpness. Additional screening of the AF system requires to be done to recognize longer-term dependability and efficiency. Autofocus test utilizing the GFX100 II and the FUJINON GF55mmF1.7 R WR at Sydney’s Circular Quay. Credit: FujiFilm Australia SharpnessCoupled with the FUJINON GF55mmF1.7 R WR, the GFX100 Ii provides sharp images. When I took the GFX100 II to Sydney’s Circular Quay I had the ability to evaluate the cam’s sharpness through a number of long direct exposure shots. View of the Opera House. Credit: Nicholas GaneThe view from Circular Quay for a sharpness test. Credit: Nicholas GaneCropping with qualityThe unbelievable resolution of the video camera thanks to its huge 102MP sensing unit is especially useful when it concerns cropping without losing considerable quality or information in an image. That’s useful in regards to getting used to preferred structures with ease, in addition to cropping in for a more close-up appearance. The GFX 100 II’s huge 102MP sensing unit permits quality image cropping when required. Credit: Nicholas GaneBody designAlthough smaller sized than the GFX100, the GXF100 II’s body is still rather large and heavy in contrast to other mirrorless choices on the marketplace. Regardless of being much heavier than many rivals out in the field, I think users will still surpass this with the quality of the image produced. The body of the GFX100 II did feel rather robust and prepared to handle harsher shooting conditions. We did not check the weather condition sealing of the GFX100 II in this evaluation, however I’m positive the video camera will carry out under pressure outdoors. The brand-new FujiFilm GFX100 II in action. Credit: FujiFilm AustraliaFinal thoughtsIt’s more of an impression than a last decision, however I discovered the FujilFilm GFX100 II did load a punch when it concerned high resolution and sharpness in its stills. The GFX100 II is a terrific cam intending to please the requirements of professional-level shooters and features a high price for it. Compared to other market choices and its predecessor, the GFX100 II provides on the function front however likewise does bring more weight being available in at 948g, consisting of the battery and sd card. If you are a stills shooter who prioritises or requires professional-grade image resolution then certainly have a look at the GFX100 II. Keep in mind: All test images have actually gone through post-processing edits.

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