Fujifilm’s X-T20 and X100F is now in Malaysia. The 2 new cameras in the X series is aimed to bridge the gap between amateur and professional by giving professional quality in a compact, convenient and easy to use form factor.
Styled after the X-T10, the X-T20 features full HD and 4K video recording, with an APS-C sized 24.3MP X-Trans CMOS III sensor and X-Processor Pro image processing engine. The camera is also fitted with a touch and 2 way tilt LCD monitor. For users who want more control the camera allows for full manual operation as well.
The X100F is fitted with APS-C X-Trans CMOS III sensor with 24MP, with a 91 point autofocus system and a fixed 23mm f/2.0 lens. The hybrid viewfinder gives 6x magnification and 60fps support. The camera also comes with AF joystick, records in full HD, as well as shoots with a silent shutter with speeds up to 1/32000s.
The launch was initiated by Yoshitaka Nakamura, Managing Director of Fujifilm Malaysia and Kelvin Ooi, Senior Marketing Manager of Fujifilm Malaysia; with experience sharing sessions from Malaysia’s Official X-Photographer SC Shekar and social media influencer Bella Kuan.
During welcome remarks, Nakamura said “Traditionally, mirrorless was believed to have lower quality and performance. However, mirrorless are increasingly recognised as high performance, with sales increasing yearly. Nobody can stop this trend.”
According to figures, the ratio of sales for mirrorless cameras have surpassed DSLR in 2016, with mirrorless forecasted to reach 65% of camera sales for Fujifilm.
The X-T20 is priced at RM 4,688 (body only) with XC16-50mm kit priced at RM 5,288 and XF18-55mm kit priced at RM 6,288. The camera comes in silver and black.
The X100F is priced at RM 6,288, also available in silver and black.
