Fujifilm X-T1 weather-resistant premium camera released

Fujifilm Canada, today announced the new FUJIFILM X-T1, a weather-resistant premium compact system camera with a large OLED electronic viewfinder (EVF) that delivers a near-instant image preview, the latest generation 16.3 Megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS II sensor and the  world’s fastest auto focus speed of 0.08 seconds for a truly remarkable photographic experience anywhere.

The Fujifilm X-T1 now gives professional and enthusiast photographers the award-winning imaging power of the X-Series in a sealed water, dust and temperature resistant body that braves outdoor challenges like never before. 

OLED viewfinder perfection

The FUJIFILM X-T1 combines a unique wide-angle 2.36m dot resolution OLED viewfinder with the world’s highest magnification (0.77x) for a digital camera ^*2 and shortest display lag-time of just 0.005 seconds^*3 to react as quickly as you need in any environment.  

The OLED viewfinder also includes cutting-edge technology to bring users even closer to their subjects. The X-T1’s viewfinder uses a newly designed Graphic User Interface that provides an exciting shooting experience with clear details and a comfortable at-a-glance view of your settings.

The X-T1 has four OLED EVF Display Modes:

1. "FULL" mode takes full advantage of the high magnification ratio of the X-T1's viewfinder to give an unrivalled view of the scene
2. "NORMAL" provides an optimum view, including shooting settings
3. "DUAL" is specially designed for manual focusing with a clever split view. The regular view and manual focus area can be simultaneously checked (with Digital Split Image^TM or Focus Peak Highlight)^*4
4. “PORTRAIT” view in “NORMAL" and “FULL” modes automatically rotates the displayed information when the camera is held vertically 

Astonishing speed and performance

The FUJIFILM X-T1 uses the award-wining EXR Processor II and X-Trans^™ CMOS II sensor with built-in phase detection that delivers  the world’s fastest focus speed of just 0.08 seconds^*1 and a super-fast 0.5 second start-up time^*5, along with a 0.05 second shutter time lag and a 0.5 second shooting interval^*6.

The X-T1 can also shoot up to 8 frames per second^*7 with intelligent AF tracking  and is the first-ever Compact System Camera to be compatible with SDXC UHS-II format memory cards for data writing speed (in Continuous Mode) that is approximately twice that of a conventional SD card^*8.

Tough, weather- sealed design  

The FUJIFILM X-T1 is the first weather-resistant X-Series CSC (when used with a weather-resistant lens) that performs in a wide range of challenging environments. The X-T1 has approximately 80 points of weather sealing, and the camera body is dust-resistant and water-resistant. The X-T1 is also freezeproof to -10°C for full-fledged field photography work, while the premium clear 3” LCD screen with 1.04m dot resolution is made of tempered glass for additional outdoor protection.

Wi-Fi remote camera operation

The X-T1 features one-touch WiFi connectivity that lets you easily shoot remotely via a smartphone or tablet using the Fujifilm Camera Remote app. It also allows quick and easy 

sharing of high quality images to your smartphone or tablet – pictures that these devices cannot capture.

Traditional handling, modern response

With a die-cast magnesium body, five mechanical dials on the top-plate,  twin front and rear command dials, and six fully customizable function buttons, the FUJIFILM X-T1 provides you the freedom to quickly access the features you need . The top-plate includes two  precision-milled aluminum double-deck dials for shutter speed and metering, and ISO sensitivity and drive modes, and each is designed to turn with a reassuring click, while their textured surfaces gives a firm confirmation when setting up a shot.

With their exposure values clearly marked, the X-T1’s settings can be checked at a glance without using the rear LCD and the dials are perfectly arranged so that functions can be changed without removing your eye from the viewfinder.

Additional grip and weather resistant lenses

The optional vertical battery grip (VG-XT1- battery not included) has the same hardy structure as the X-T1, so when added to the body, it is completely secured against the elements and provides double the shooting power when a second battery is used (battery sold separately)

Fujifilm is launching three weather-resistant zoom lenses to complement the X-T1 camera in 2014, including the XF18-135mm F3.5-5.6 R OIS WR, the XF16-55mm F2.8 R OIS WR and the XF50-140mm F2.8 R OIS WR.

Included with the X-T1 is a weather sealed external flash (EF-X8), designed to perfectly complement the X-T1, with a guide number of 11 (ISO 200)

FUJIFILM X-T1 key features list:

• High-precision 2.36m dot OLED viewfinder
  • Highest viewfinder magnification for digital cameras of 0.77x
  • Wide viewing angle (diagonal 38° and horizontal 31°)                     
  • Ultra-fast Real Time Viewfinder with a lag-time of 0.005 seconds (less than 1/10 of existing models)       
• Four different display modes: Full, Normal, Dual and Vertical

• Full mode: Displays shooting information at the top and bottom of the screen to avoid obstruction of the view
• Dual mode: Adds a small second screen for checking focus point with Focus Peak Highlight or Digital Split Image
• Normal mode: Lets you concentrate on framing the shot in Auto Focus mode while keeping you aware of how the shooting conditions are changing, making it the perfect setting for sports and action photography
• Portrait mode: When in Full or Normal modes, it rotates the shooting information interface when the camera is turned vertically

• 16.3 Megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS II Sensor and EXR Processor II
  • World’s fastest AF of 0.08 seconds
  • Startup time of 0.5 seconds
  • Shutter time lag of 0.05 seconds
  • Shooting interval of 0.5 seconds
  • Phase detection AF and motion predictive AF for continuous shooting up to 8 frames per second

• Dust and water-resistant body with approximately 80 points of weather sealing. Freeze resistance to -10°C

• Tempered glass, 1.04m dot high-precision 3” tilting LCD monitor
• Digital Split Image and Focus Peak Highlight
• Interval timer shooting for Time Lapse photography is available with intervals of 1 second to 24 hours and up to 999 frames
• World’s first compatibility with Ultra High Speed UHS-II SD memory cards
• Vertical battery grip VG-XT1 and three new zoom lenses offer the same weather resistance to secure the entire system

• Redesigned circuit board design enables high ISO 51200 setting^*9
• ISO200 - 6400, extended ISO 100, 12800, 25600, Auto (maximum ISO setting from ISO 400 – ISO6400 available)
• Lens Modulation Optimizer technology maximizes each lens’ performance
• In-camera RAW converter
• Die-cast magnesium body design is sturdy and durable yet compact and lightweight

• Body and grip designed for correct balance when attaching telephoto and large diameter lenses             
• Two command dials and six Function buttons for instant control and customization

FUJIFILM X-T1 accessories:

• Dedicated all-leather case BLC-XT1  New
• Vertical battery grip VG-XT1 New
• Hand Grip MHG-XT New
• Three dedicated flash models to choose from depending on requirements (EF-X20, EF-20, EF-42)
• Protector filters (PRF-39, PRF-52, PRF-58, PRF-62 and PRF-72 (For XF10-24mmF4 R OIS)
• DC coupler CP-W126AC adapter AC-9V
• M Mount Adapter for additional lens compatibility
• Remote release RR-90
• Stereo Microphone MIC-ST1

The FUJIFILM X-T1 (body only) will be available in March for a suggested retail of $1,299.95, and the X-T1 with the XF18mm-135mm (27-203mm equiv.) F3.5-5.6  lens (kit) will be available in June for a suggested retail of $1899.95 Place your pre-orders now with your local Photo store. For full information and specifications, visit www.fujifilm.ca/xt1 or visit the Fuji Guys on YouTube.

The FUJIFILM X-T1 uses the same FUJIFILM X-Mount as the X-Pro1, X-E2, X-E1, X-M1 and X-A1, and all FUJIFILM XF and XC lenses work with all X-Series interchangeable lens cameras.

The current Fujifilm lens family includes the following FUJINON XF and XC lenses:

• XF 14mm F2.8 R
• XF 18mm F2.0 R
• XF 23mm F1.4 R
• XF 27mm F2.8
• XF 35mm F1.4 R
• XF 56mmF1.2 R
• XF 60mm F2.4 R Macro
• XF10-24mmF4 R OIS
• XF 18-55mm F2.8-4.0 R LM OIS
• XF 55-200mm F3.5-4.8 R LM OIS
• XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS
• XC 50-230mm F4.5-6.7 OIS