Fujifilm South Africa is set to launch the newly announced TG-BT1 tripod grip locally in January 2023. The TG-BT1 accessory attaches to X Series cameras and functions not only as a Bluetooth-enabled grip but also as a tripod. This provides a number of innovative shooting options for users of the brand, both for video recording and for stills.
The TG-BT1 allows the camera angle to be adjusted 180 degrees vertically and 360 degrees horizontally. By rotating the TG-BT1 horizontally, it can be used as a selfie grip beneficial to those requiring footage of themselves. And by circling the unit vertically, it can be employed as a shooting grip for low-angle shots or videos.
As an added benefit, the TG-BT1 allows users to simply expand its tripod legs in order to provide stability when taking group shots or when setting up a fixed-point camera.
The TG-BT1 connects to compatible cameras*1 via Bluetooth and provides easy access to key remote shooting functionality directly from the grip. This includes the shutter release button, video recording as well as a control lock switch. Also, when a lens equipped with power zoom is attached, a T/W button can be used for zoom operation*2.
At 172.3mm in height (legs retracted) and weighing only 205.5g (excluding battery), the TG-BT1 grip is ideal for travellers or for those for whom portability remains key. Furthermore, the tripod grip is weather-resistant, which makes for a perfect pairing with the new X-T5 (with its 63 weather-sealed points) and weather-resistant XF30mmF2.8 R LM WR Macro. The grip can carry a maximum combined weight of 1.5kg.
TheTG-BT1 tripod grip is set for arrival in South Africa during January 2023 and will come with a suggested retail price of R3200 incl. VAT.
*1 Compatible models: FUJIFILM X-T5 (Ver.1.00 or later), FUJIFILM X-T4 (Ver.1.70 or later), FUJIFILM X-T3 (Ver.4.50 or later), FUJIFILM X-S10 (Ver.2.60 or later), FUJIFILM X-T30 II (Ver.1.20 or later), FUJIFILM X-T30 (Ver.1.50 or later). Both the FUJIFILM X-H2S and X-H2 are planned to be compatible via firmware update in January 2023.
*2 Compatible model is “FUJINON XF18-120mmF4 LM PZ WR”. “FUJINON XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ” is planned to be compatible in January 2023 via firmware update. Zoom operation cannot be controlled via T/W button for “FUJIFILM X-T30 II” “FUJIFILM X-T30”.
