Fujifilm Announces Linux SDK, Helping Drone Makers Use GFX100 Cameras [Video]

Fujifilm Japan has developed a new Linux software development kit (SDK) to control Fujifilm GFX100 series cameras remotely. The addition of a Linux SDK is of particular interest to drone manufacturers, who routinely utilize Linux operating systems for their work.

Spotted by Fuji Rumors earlier this week, PetaPixel reached out to Fujifilm for additional information. A company representative says the news is specific to the Japanese market and does not impact North American users.

Further, the same Fujifilm representative explains that the SDK for the remote control of Fujifilm cameras has previously only been compatible with macOS and Windows, so the SDK that will be compatible with Linux is a new endeavor for the company. The representative continues, adding that Linux is a common operating system for drone operations.

As part of its expansion into Linux SDK support, Fujifilm Corporation in Japan says it is working directly with Autonomy Holdings Inc., a drone company developing a new …