Fujifilm is set to revolutionize the world of cinematography with the upcoming GFX100 Eterna, a medium-format video camera that is sparking anticipation and excitement. Unlike many devices still shrouded in mystery, Fujifilm has been transparent about this development, having confirmed it as early as last November. While the exact release date remains under wraps, a 2025 debut seems highly probable, especially as Fujifilm unveiled the GFX100 Eterna concept at InterBEE 2024.
The whispers and speculations surrounding this camera do not detract from the solid information already provided by Fujifilm. The GFX100 Eterna shares core attributes with the GFX100 II but comes in a form precisely engineered for filmmaking. It promises a myriad of attachment options and screw threads designed to accommodate a variety of filmmaking accessories, which is sure to please cinema professionals.
Powering this cinematic marvel is the GFX 102 MP CMOS II HS sensor, paired with the X-Processor 5. This dynamic duo enables the GFX100 Eterna to support 8K recording, F-Log2, and Apple ProRes 422, delivering over 14 stops of dynamic range and an impressive 8-stop in-body image stabilization (IBIS). Whether in the studio or out in the field shooting documentaries, this camera is designed to excel in any setting.
It is likely that the GFX100 Eterna will feature similar memory card compatibility as the GFX100 II, supporting UHS-I, UHS-II, CFExpress Type B, and SSDs up to 2 TB. Pricing details remain a mystery, but Fujifilm has promised an “affordable” range — though this term can imply different thresholds within the cinema camera market. For context, the Fujifilm GFX100S II is priced around $4,999.99, while the GFX100 II has been listed at $7,499.99, albeit out of stock. Based on this, the GFX100 Eterna could be positioned somewhere between these two offerings in terms of cost.
This upcoming release from Fujifilm holds the promise of bridging high-resolution photographic quality with cinematic creativity, making it a tantalizing prospect for filmmakers and video enthusiasts alike. Stay tuned as more details are sure to emerge, potentially setting new standards for what medium-format cameras can achieve in the realm of professional filmmaking.
