We have solely simply examined Fujfilm’s newest newcomer, which our Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 overview referred to as “one of the best prompt digital camera for newcomers”. However consideration has already turned to the following fashions in its mirrorless digital camera lineup – and we have been given an unintended glimpse of them because of a presentation by Fujifilm Spain.  

As per Fuji Rumors (opens in new tab), the slide revealed that 4 recent Fujiiflm digital camera fashions are apparently scheduled for launch in 2023. It didn’t elaborate on the id of those fashions, however Fujifilm’s placement of query marks on the graphic provide a touch as to what the cameras is perhaps – and once they may arrive.

These placeholder symbols align with two classes of Fujifilm digital camera on the chart, indicating that we might see two X-mount and two Instax fashions launched in 2023. The query marks are additionally positioned above arrows labelled by month, suggesting that two cameras will likely be unveiled in Could, adopted by a second pair in September.

Fujifilm Spain Shows Digicam Roadmap with New “Disruptive” Fashions Coming in Could and Septemberhttps://t.co/9GOjYvF0qd pic.twitter.com/PrPRuc4PRAMarch 21, 2023

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Whereas the slide’s structure doesn’t present a definitive reply as to the substance of Fujifilm’s product roadmap, it appears to indicate that we’ll see one new X-mount and one new Instax mannequin arrive in Could, with second additions becoming a member of the ranks of every collection in September.

Fujifilm Spain didn’t go into any element concerning the specs of the upcoming fashions, nevertheless it wasn’t silent on the revelation. In accordance with a now-deleted article printed by Fujistas (opens in new tab), Fujifilm Spain described the 4 new cameras as “disruptive”.

What this remark means can solely be a matter for conjecture at this stage, nevertheless it does recommend that Fujifilm followers have a couple of intriguing releases to stay up for within the coming months. With uncertainty now surrounding Fujifilm’s X-Summit occasion – initially scheduled for April – it stays to be seen when and the way Fujifilm will select to unveil these new cameras.

Evaluation: Which Fuji cameras might we see? 

Whereas the slide shared by Fujifilm Spain leaves loads to the creativeness, a take a look at Fujiiflm’s present line-up reveals a couple of fashions which might fill these launch slots in Could and September.

In the case of the X-mount collection, we’d count on a Fujifilm X-Professional four to be excessive on the checklist of candidates. It has been three years for the reason that launch of the Fujifilm X-Professional 3, and with that digital camera now unofficially discontinued, we wouldn’t guess towards a successor arriving this yr. We’d count on it to ship with the identical 40MP sensor because the Fujifilm X-H2, however we’d additionally hope for a continuation of the experimental options seen on earlier X-Professional cameras.

The id of the second X-series digital camera is much less sure. The Fujifilm X-S10 – which continues to be top-of-the-line mirrorless cameras you should purchase for the value – can be due a sequel. If it borrowed a couple of efficiency upgrades from the Fujifilm X-T5, a well-priced X-S20 might be simply the hybrid digital camera to assist Fujiiflm maintain tempo with rivals within the aggressive vlogging style.

With an analogue revival taking Gen Z by storm, it’s maybe no shock that Fujifilm may wish to double down by increasing its Instax household of prompt cameras. With the recently-launched Instax Mini 12 catering to the newbie market, there’s an opportunity we’d see Fujifilm goal extra particular niches with its two new fashions. 

Fujifilm’s present line-up of prompt cameras, the obvious targets for an replace are the Fujifilm Instax Sq. SQ1 and the Instax Extensive 300, each of which characteristic in our information to one of the best prompt cameras. 

That stated, Fujiiflm may want to construct on the recognition of its Mini format with extra fashions. Which may imply retro styling which caters to the 90s pattern – or, if the brand new releases are certainly “disruptive”, we might see Fujifilm doing one thing else fully. 

Whether or not that is merely including its 40MP sensor to extra inexpensive cameras like an X-S20, or making an attempt one thing new, is one thing we must always hear extra about across the time of the seemingly now-canceled X Summit (opens in new tab).