Monthly Newsletter August 2023

We are delighted to bring you the latest edition of our monthly newsletter. This will give you a glimpse of the community events, Masterclass updates and more held in August.

X-Space Launch Highlights

FUJIFILM India announced the grand opening of first ever experience centre the “Fujifilm X-Space” at Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi on 21 August 2023. The launch was graced by the presence of renowned celebrity photographer and Fujifilm X Ambassador, Mr. Dabboo Ratnani who inaugurated the store alongside the luminaries of FUJIFILM India. Notable X Ambassadors T Narayan, Sandeep Bali, Divyam Mehrotra honored their presence.

At the launch Mr. Koji Wada, Managing Director, FUJIFILM India, quoted, “The launch of Fujifilm X-Space, is a significant stride in our journey, expanding accessibility and choices for our valued customers and photography enthusiasts. Recognizing the market’s inclination for providing consumers with experiencing a product only, without the pressure of buying, we have established this hub to offer a tactile experience in-line with our commitment to innovation.”

Mr. Arun Babu, Head of Digital Camera, Instax and Optical Devices Business, FUJIFILM India mentioned “The concept of Fujifilm X-Space has been very close to my heart, and I am very happy to introduce this to our channel partners, end-users and photography enthusiast. The beauty of this concept is in the fact that it is an “only experience” driven store which showcases our portfolio from mirrorless camera lenses which costs a few thousand to Fujinon Premista cine lenses which costs over two million rupees.”

FIRMWARE UPDATES:

New firmware update was announced by FUJIFILM for X-S20 in August with more advanced features, motion prediction algorithms, subject detection capability and much more.

MASTERCLASS HIGHLIGHTS

Fashion Photography Masterclass by Dabboo Ratnani – Chandigarh

FUJIFILM India organized a Fuji x Masterclass on Fashion Photography with X-Ambassador Dabboo Ratnani, Indian Fashion & Commercial photographer on August 5th, 2023, at Novotel, Tribune Chowk, Chandigarh.

Masterclass by Dabboo was an outstanding success, around 100 aspirants attended the masterclass. participants were treated to a remarkable learning experience, gaining insights into fashion photography from a true industry icon. Dabboo shared his expertise in lighting, posing and creative direction.

The Masterclass proved to be a valuable opportunity for aspiring photographers to receive mentorship from a celebrated name in the industry.

SERVICE CAMP HIGHLIGHTS

On World Photography Day, 19th August 2023 Fujifilm India organized Free Service Camps for X, GFX and Instax Series Cameras in 23 different locations Nationwide. The event offered the opportunity for the camera owners to access professional support and ensure their equipment is in good shape.

Upcoming Masterclass & Other Events

X- SUMMIT STHLM

X- SUMMIT STHLM 2023 is going to be held on Sept 12, 2023 2:30 PM (IST). It’s been just three months since Fujifilm’s last X Summit event, which took place in Bangkok, Thailand, and announcement of several new products, Fujifilm always has something new to unveil at the X Summit events, and while we don’t know what’s coming for the Stockholm event, let’s prepare ourselves as the countdown begins!

GFX CHALLENGE GRANT PROGRAM

The GFX Challenge Grant Program, sponsored by FUJIFILM, is a grant program that awards 5 Global Grant Award and 10 Regional Grant Award that help aspiring creatives bring their imaging projects to life.

Submit a project proposal for a chance to receive

a $10,000 Global Grant Award, OR
a $5,000 Regional Grant Award

It’s a great opportunity for Indian creators to turn the creative ideas into reality. Don’t miss out!

Sports Photography Masterclass by Centhil Mohan (30th Sept)

Join our 1-Day Sports Photography Workshop with Chenthil Mohan if you’re passionate about capturing the excitement of sports through your camera lens. you’ll have the unique chance to put your newfound skills into practice by photographing live sporting events at India’s prestigious Padukone Dravid Center for Sports Excellence.