FUJIFILM X half App: A Modern Tool with a Vintage Soul

FUJIFILM X half App: A Modern Tool with a Vintage Soul

FUJIFILM has officially released the X half app for both iOS and Android, designed to work seamlessly with the new X-HF1 digital camera launched globally in May 2025. This lightweight camera, featuring a fixed 32mm f/2.8 lens and weighing only 240 grams, pairs with the app to deliver a shooting experience rooted in analog traditions while embracing digital flexibility.

Smartphone Integration with a Twist

The X half app transforms your smartphone into a creative hub for managing, viewing, and transferring media from the X-HF1. With Bluetooth connectivity, users can easily move photos and videos to their phones—no cables or SD cards required. The app replicates a film-style process where images remain hidden until they are “developed” through the app, evoking a sense of anticipation similar to analog photography.

A standout feature is the ability to create diptych (2-in-1) compositions using the camera’s vertically oriented 1-inch sensor. This enables users to build visual narratives that feel intentional and artistic—true to the camera’s concept of “half the size, twice the story.”

Design Built for Expression

Customization is a central part of the app’s design. Users can choose from two background themes and six distinct frame styles, turning their smartphone gallery into a carefully curated visual diary. The interface itself follows FUJIFILM’s clean and intuitive design language, with special adjustments for the unique half-frame format.

Technical Features Beyond Basics

The app isn’t just for browsing and transferring media. It also handles geotagging automatically by syncing location data from the user’s smartphone to the photos captured on the camera. This makes the app especially useful for travel and documentary-style photography.

FUJIFILM X half App: A Modern Tool with a Vintage Soul

Connecting the camera to the app is simple: users follow a guided Bluetooth pairing process, after which they can preview and download selected content directly into their phone’s camera roll.

More Than a Companion – A Core Part of the Experience

The app becomes particularly essential when using the camera’s “analog mode,” where the rear screen is turned off during shooting. In this mode, reviewing images is only possible via the app, reinforcing the nostalgic, film-like experience where each shot carries a bit of mystery until it’s finally revealed.

Available Now

The FUJIFILM X half app is available for free on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, with no additional fees or premium features locked behind subscriptions.

A Step Forward in Hybrid Photography

With this release, FUJIFILM strengthens its vision of blending analog-inspired creativity with digital practicality. The X half app offers a refreshing, thoughtful approach to mobile photography that values storytelling and curation over instant results—further distinguishing FUJIFILM in the compact camera market.