FUJIFILM GFX100RF Video Capabilities (and More) Explained – Interview
We caught up with Makoto-san from FUJIFILM to hear more about the video capabilities of the new GFX100RF. Makoto-san was kind enough to share with us additional information about the development of this camera. If you guys have any questions related to the video capabilities of this new camera, don’t hesitate to write us in the comment section below.
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This interview took place in Prague and features a discussion between Johnnie and Makoto-san about the new GFX100RF camera. The conversation primarily focuses on the camera’s technical specifications and video capabilities.
Makoto-san explains that the primary challenge in designing the camera was making it as small and compact as possible. The camera is a fixed-lens design weighing only 735 grams, targeting street photographers and documentary professionals. The fixed focal length 35mm f/4 lens is particularly noteworthy, designed to balance size and optical performance.
Johnnie and Makoto-san discuss the camera’s video features in-depth, noting that it uses the same 102MP large sensor as the GFX100 II, allowing for 4K recording in 16:9 (or 17:9) formats. However, the camera has some limitations, such as no RAW video output and restricted HDMI connectivity due to its compact size. (So video output to an external recorder via micro HDMI is possible, but not in a RAW form). Makoto-san suggests that while some advanced features like open gate recording or recording portion of the sensor are technically challenging, they won’t be implemented in this device for various reasons. Some are mentioned in this interview. On the other hand, F-Log 2C film simulation might come to this camera too at a later stage.
Johnnie shares his experimental use of the camera by attaching an anamorphic adapter to the fixed lens and appreciating the camera’s digital image stabilization. While Makoto-san was surprised by such creative usage, he remained receptive to user requests for additional features.
The interview concludes with Makoto-san positioning the camera as ideal for quick snapshots and street photography video, rather than professional filmmaking. Despite some technical constraints, both Makoto-san and Johnnie express enthusiasm about the camera’s compact design and versatility.
What do you think about the GFX100RF? Do you like the form factor and the technical specifications it brings? Please share your thoughts with us in the comment section below.
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