Fujifilm X100P: A Proposal for a Dedicated Digital Panoramic Camera
Jaron Schneider of PetaPixel proposes a dedicated digital panoramic camera based on the Fujifilm X100 series, dubbed the X100P. The concept draws inspiration from the Fujifilm TX-1 and Hasselblad XPan, discontinued in 2006. Schneider suggests using two side-by-side 40-megapixel APS-C sensors to create 80-megapixel panoramic images, with a fixed lens system to simplify production. He argues that cropping existing sensors wastes pixels, and a dedicated camera would offer a unique shooting experience. The proposed camera would feature a 3:1 aspect ratio, a hybrid OVF/EVF, and manual dials, potentially without IBIS. Schneider previously floated the idea to a Fujifilm designer, who expressed interest but concerns about cost. He believes doubling the price of an X100 VI is reasonable for the experience. The article includes technical comparisons with the GFX100RF and emphasizes Fujifilm's history of niche products.
Key facts
- The Hasselblad XPan and Fujifilm TX-1 were discontinued in 2006.
- Schneider proposes two 40-megapixel APS-C sensors side by side for 80-megapixel panoramas.
- The proposed sensor area would be 47 x 15.6mm, a 3:1 aspect ratio.
- A cropped GFX100RF yields 50.1 megapixels vs. 79.6 megapixels from dual APS-C sensors.
- The lens would be a fixed version of the GF45mm f/2.8, equivalent to 39.3mm f/2.45 on full frame.
- The camera would include a switch for standard 3:2 aspect ratio, turning it into a 40-megapixel camera with a 67.5mm equivalent lens.
- Schneider suggests f/4 aperture to keep lens design simple.
- Fujifilm's Yuji Igarashi stated at CP+ 2026 that the company aims to deliver fun possibilities for users.
- The TX-1 was a Japan-only version of the XPan, with titanium and wood finish.
- Schneider estimates the image circle of the proposed sensor at 49mm, covered by GF lenses.
Entities
Artists
- Jaron Schneider
- David Imel
- Sarah Teng
- Yuji Igarashi
Institutions
- Fujifilm
- Hasselblad
- PetaPixel
- Fujilove
- KEH.com
- Moment
- FJ Westcott
- Blue Moon Camera and Machine
Locations
- Japan