Fujifilm has officially published the firmware update V4.0 release date of its X-E2 mirrorless camera at Fujifilm Global website.
The firmware update V4.0 introduces a new AF system with upgraded autofocus performance as well as an array of other improvements that reflect feedback from users.
Fujifilm X-E2 ($799.99 – Amazon | B&H | Adorama) features a 16.3 megapixel, APS-C, X-Trans CMOS II sensor and an EXR Processor II to provide high quality imagery and exceptional camera performance.
See other improvements and function enhancements with this firmware update below.
Fujifilm X-E2 Firmware Update V4.0 Coming on February 4, 2016
[ Firmware version ]
FUJIFILM X-E2 : Version 4.00
[ Scheduled release date ]
4th February 2016
[ Improvements and function enhancements with this firmware update ]
- 1.New AF System(1) New AF system with Zone and Wide/Tracking modes for effortless capture of moving subjects
(2) Improvement of AF accuracy
(3) Eye Detection AF
(4) Auto Macro mode
(5) AF improvement in the Movie mode - 2.Function enhancements(6) High-speed electronic shutter with a maximum speed of 1/32000sec.*
(7) White Balance Bracketing
(8) Enhanced ISO Auto Setting to AUTO1/AUTO2/AUTO3
(9) Exposure Compensation control in Manual.
(10) Natural Live View function is just like the naked eye.
(11) EVF / LCD Color Control
(12) New Video Frame rates (50P / 25P / 24P)
(13) Manual Shooting in Video mode
(14) Phase detection AF support for Instant AF
(15) Expansion of shutter speed in Program Shift mode - 3.Operability improvements(16) The new user interface
(17) Improved Shutter Speed Dial operation
(18) Name of Silent mode changed to avoid confusion
(19) Direct selection of AF area
(20) Unlocked AE-L / AF-L Buttons
(21) Variable Focus Area during MF
(22) Q. Menu customization
(23) Interlocking of Metering and Focus areas
(24) Movie Recording - 4.Other changes with the update(25) Supports focus limiter function for XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR
(26) “BACKGROUND COLOR” menu
(27) The maximum number of images taken in the continuous shooting mode
More details can be found at Fujifilm Global website.