The Fujifilm GFX100RF Initial Review

Plus, thoughts on shooting the Nikon Zf

View in Browser March 23, 2025 This week, Mitchell was in Prague to see Fujifilm finally unveil its new fixed-lens 102MP compact medium-format camera, the GFX100RF. Thanks to the advanced access, we've already published our initial review and first look at the rig's video capabilities. In non-Fujifilm news, Richard published the completed studio test images for the Panasonic S1RIII, verifying the new sensor is up to par. Abby also shared her thoughts on how using the Nikon Zf changed her shooting style.  We hope you enjoy it all. Thanks, as always, for supporting our work by reading.  — Ben Highlights Fujifilm GFX100RF initial review: big sensor, bigger dreams Fujifilm's latest camera has a 28mm equiv. fixed lens and a 102MP medium format sensor. Fujifilm GFX100RF first look video: compact medium format We've gotten to spend some time with Fujifilm's new 102MP fixed lens camera – here's a first look. Fujifilm weighs in: "There's a lot of potential in compact cameras" The head of Fujifilm's Professional Imaging Division says he things more affordable cameras and possibly compacts are key to attracting a younger audience. So long as the experience is right. Panasonic S1RII: Studio tests confirms image quality is up to par Our standard studio tests support our early impressions of a camera delivering excellent image quality from a solid sensor. I wasn't prepared for how the Nikon Zf changed my shooting style The Nikon Zf's vintage design and dedicated control dials had more impact than I expected. News Updates Viltrox expands Z-mount offerings with the hefty AF 135mm F1.8 Lab lens The affordable yet highly regarded telephoto prime lens from Viltrox is now available for Z-mount. Google Pixel 9a: Enhanced AI meets camera compromises Plus, the Pixel 9a says goodbye to the iconic Pixel camera bar. Eclipsed by aurora: How one photographer combined two celestial events Dan Zafra traveled to Alaska to capture a once-in-a-lifetime scene of aurora dancing around a total lunar eclipse. You can buy a cage for the Fujifilm GFX100RF before you can get the camera SmallRig has announced a cage and case for the newly released GFX100RF medium-format camera. A World in Color: Magnum Photos is revealing hidden treasures from its archive Magnum Photo's "A World in Color" project aims to digitize 650,000 color slides from the second half of the 20th century.   Further Reading    • The Winning Architecture Photographs of the 2025 Sony World Photography Awards Revealed - Arch Daily   • US appeals court rejects copyrights for AI-generated art lacking 'human' creator -Reuters   • AI tool generates high-quality images faster than state-of-the-art approaches - MIT   • Apple Still Planning AirPods With Tiny Cameras - Mac Rumors   Affordable stills and cine lens maker strengthens L-mount Alliance Third-party lens maker Sirui is the ninth company to join the L-mount alliance. This new SmallRig accessory helps keep your Canon R5 cool The SmallRig Cooling Fan is designed to easily attach to the Canon R5 and R5 Mark II to cool the cameras down during recording. Shades of gray: did Ricoh just hint at a Monochrome GR? The head of Ricoh's Camera Business Division talked to us about unique cameras, the future of the GR series and the importance of the shooting experience. Water: Our March Editors' photo challenge is open for submissions The theme for our March Editors' challenge is 'Water'. Enter your photo before March 22 for a chance to be featured on the DPReview homepage. Accessory roundup: lights, a grip, backpacks and more This week brought new products from Godox, Think Tank and more. DPReview 276 5th Avenue, Suite 704 - 3126 New York, NY 10001 You received this email because you subscribed to the Digital Photography Review weekly newsletter. To update your preferences, click here. To unsubscribe, click here. Alternatively, log into dpreview and visit your user profile settings, uncheck the Newsletter Subscription checkbox, then click on Save changes. Click here to forward to a friend. If you're new to this newsletter, you can subscribe here.  Preferences |  Advertise | Privacy Policy | Do Not Sell My Personal Information 2025 DPReview. All Rights Reserved.