A new 35mm f/2 'standard lens' dust and weather-proof prime and a 1.4x teleconverter for Fujifilm X Pro mirrorless system camera users have been announced today:

Press releases issued by Fujifilm UK

New compact and lightweight, high-performance, prime lens delivers sharp images with fast autofocus speeds in a weather-resistant structure

Fujifilm launches the FUJINON XF35mmF2 R WR

FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Shigehiro Nakajima) is proud to announce that a new "FUJINON XF35mmF2 R WR" lens will be added to its premium mirrorless "X-Series" interchangeable lens camera line-up in November 2015. The new 35mm lens offers a focal length equivalent to 53mm*1, its angle of view is similar to that of the human eye, and it has a maximum aperture of F2.0

The "FUJINON XF35mmF2 R WR" is a standard focal length prime lens which delivers sharp images with rich bokeh. The optical construction of 9 elements in 6 groups (including two aspherical elements) achieves the perfect balance of high image quality and compact size. The lightweight is weather and dust-resistant and can work in temperatures as low as -10°C. The XF35mmF2.0 features the smallest diameter in the XF lens line-up and thanks to the inner focus system and stepping motor, it achieves an autofocus time of just 0.08 sec*2.  

This lens is very versatile and can be used for a wide variety of scenes and applications.

*1 35mm format equivalent.
*2 Complies with CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) guidelines, internal measurement, during high performance mode.

1．Main Features

(1) Sharp, rich image quality
・Lens construction of 9 elements in 6 groups delivers sharp, high quality images, even at the widest aperture of F2.0.

(2) Compact and discrete
・Two aspherical lenses are used to ensure a small and compact exterior. At just 45.9mm in length and with a diameter of 60mm, the slim and stylish design allows comfortable operation and draws minimum attention to the photographer, making it the perfect lens for portrait, street or reportage photography.

(3) Fastest autofocus speed of 0.08 sec*2
・An inner focusing system, which moves the small and lightweight lens elements, is combined with a stepping motor to produce quiet, accurate and fast autofocus - a must for all snap shooters that need to capture a spontaneous moment.

*2 Complies with CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association) guidelines, internal measurement, during high performance mode.

(4) All metal exterior, weather and dust-resistant and -10°C low-temperature operation

The all-metal construction of the lens exterior ensures it is durable enough for a wide variety of shooting situations. The fine texture of the metal parts further enhance the shooting experience and ensure it can be operated easily and accurately with wet or gloved hands. The lens features a weather- and dust-resistant structure with eight seals on the lens barrel keeping the lens protected from rain, dust and splashes of water when shooting outdoors. It can also work in temperatures as low as -10℃.

(5) Two types of lens hood

Lens hoods block unnecessary light from entering the lens to maximise optical performance. There are two types of lens hood available for the XF35mmF2 R WR.
A lightweight and compact circular lens hood is included with it
And a classical and stylish metal hood LH-XF35-2 is available for purchase as an optional accessory.
Both lens hoods allow the front lens cap to be used while attached.

2．Main Specifications

 
3. Support Information

A firmware update is required for the Fujifilm X series camera bodies in order to provide full compatibility. This firmware is planned to be available from October 29th 2015.
Please refer to the following website for more information.

UK AVAILABILITY AND PRICING:
The FUJIFILM XF35mmF2.0mm lens will be on sale in the UK from mid-November 2015. The Suggested Retail Price will be £299.00.

Fujifilm launches the FUJINON XF1.4X TC WR

Teleconverter for X Mount lenses*1

FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Shigehiro Nakajima) is proud to announce that a new "FUJINON TELECONVERTER XF1.4X TC WR", will be added to its premium mirrorless camera "X-Series" interchangeable lens line-up in November 2015.

The "FUJINON TELECONVERTER XF1.4X TC WR" is a high-performance teleconverter capable of multiplying the focal length of compatible lenses*1 by 1.4x. When mounted, the teleconverter increases the lens’ aperture by one f-stop, however its sophisticated optical design constructed of 7 elements in 3 groups maintains the optical performance of the original lens. Additionally, thanks to the unified design when mounted to a compatible lens*1, the teleconverter is weather and dust-resistant and operates at temperatures as low as -10°C. This ensures it can be used with confidence outdoors with the weather and dust-resistant X-T1 camera body and XF50-140mmF2.8 R LM OIS WR lens.

*1 Compatible lenses (As of October 21st, 2015)
XF50-140mmF2.8 R LM OIS WR ⇒ 70-196mmF4 with teleconverter mounted (Equivalent to 107-299mm on a 35mm format)

1．Main Features
(1) High image quality design which maintains the optical performance of the original lens
・The teleconverter’s construction of 7 elements in 3 groups maintains the optical performance of the original lens
・By using the optimum image quality parameters for the overall characteristics of the original lens and 1.4x teleconverter, an excellent imaging performance with great aberration suppression can be achieved even when the focal length is multiplied by 1.4x.
・The camera displays and records information reflecting the change in aperture and focal length when the teleconverter is mounted.

(2) The camera’s autofocus performance is unaffected by the addition of the teleconverter
・An AF speed equivalent to that of the lens by itself is still achieved when the teleconverter is mounted.
・Thanks to mirrorless cameras’ “Live View” Contrast Detection autofocus, shooting at minimum aperture values is still possible despite the f-stop being increased by mounting the teleconverter. Also, accurate focusing at super-telephoto focal lengths with shallow depth of field is possible thanks to the AF performed by the image sensor.

(3) Weather and dust-resistant and -10°C low-temperature operation
・Using the teleconverter with a weather-resistant camera and lens, such as the "FUJIFILM X-T1" premium mirrorless camera and the "FUJINON Lens XF50-140mmF2.8 R LM OIS WR", does not affect the weather resistance of the system.

(4) High-grade subtle appearance
・The teleconverter’s high grade metal exterior has been designed with the X system in mind. When attached to a compatible FUJINON lens, the two products appear as one single lens.

2．Main Specification

3. Support Information
A firmware update is required for the camera body as well as the "XF50-140mm F2.8 R LM OIS WR" lens in order to provide full compatibility. This firmware is planned to be available on October 29th 2015. Please note that when updating firmware, make sure you update the camera firmware before updating the lens.

Please refer to the following website for information on how to confirm your firmware version and its update methods. http://fujifilm.com/support/digital_cameras/software/#firmware

Please be sure to check the following website as we will continue to update it with information regarding compatible lenses.
http://fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/x/fujinon_lens_xf14x_tc_wr/
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UK AVAILABILITY AND PRICING:
The FUJINON TELECONVERTER XF1.4X TC WR will be on sale in the UK from mid-November 2015. The Suggested Retail Price will be £329.00.

For UK CONSUMER ENQUIRIES please contact:
FUJIFILM UK Digital Camera Customer Service 
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 0344 553 2321

ABOUT FUJIFILM:
FUJIFILM Corporation and its group companies develop, produce and market products in the Imaging Solutions business (colour films, digital cameras, photofinishing equipment and colour paper, chemicals and services for photofinishing) and Information Solutions business (equipment and materials for medical diagnostics and life science, equipment and materials for graphic arts, flat panel display materials, recording media, optical devices, electronic materials and inkjet materials). The company employs more than 80,000 people worldwide, with 282 subsidiaries all over the world.

Uniquely placed to be a market leader in digital imaging, Fujifilm develops and manufactures its own sensors, lenses and processing technology. In addition to its production plants and R&D operations in Japan, the company has key manufacturing facilities in Europe and the USA for core products such as colour film, colour paper, single use cameras and CTP printing plates, and has further factories in Brazil and China. It has a global turnover in excess of ¥114 billion (around £795 million).

In the UK, Fujifilm has been supplying the imaging, printing and graphics industries, as well as consumers, professional and enthusiast photographers, with high quality, innovative products and services for over 30 years. Fujifilm UK currently employs more than 390 people and is one of the country's most popular photographic and imaging brands.

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