DPReview TV: Fujifilm X-T3 Hands-On First Impressions 

Still laughing for that Chris vs trashcan joke, brilliant Jordan xD

Literally just searched youtube for this review, and what do you know: my favourite camera review channel just uploaded this video.

Man Fuji put out the best mirrorless since the A7III. Super dope camera.

I enjoy your reviews for a lot of reasons but your consistency is the primary one. Thank you. Very helpful as usual.

Top notch review. all the info good and bad. great side jokes and inspired video work with composition and close ups. best review team in the business.

Beautiful stills and footage guys. Camera reviewers who can really shoot are a huge asset to this industry. The X-T3 looks like an amazing body. I have a T-2 and the improved autofocus tracking and locking diopter were the things that I'm happiest to see here.

I love the XH1 actually. And I’ll probably not get the XT3. But that internal 10bit is enticing. What an exciting year for mirrorless. 😁

That garbage attack versus Chris was absolute SAVAGE

I am so happy fuji did not link performance to the grip!!!

Not everyone is blogger in this life. So the display is perfect for street photography and other gamers. Thanks for the review!

This is an interesting year for cameras.

And the number of bits shall be 10! Solid as always guys.

'It's an easy mistake to make, they look very similar'😂😂

Disappointing video specs though: - 4K60 works for "approx 20min" (sounds like an "overheating" limit to me) - 4K60 is cropped 1.18x - video files are split at 4GB (haven't they heard of formatting SD cards with exFAT instead of FAT32?) - 10bit video internally is 4:2:0 only - HLG (HDR) not yet available (but they say will come by end of year firmware update, not sure if 4:2:0 follows HLG spec, I thought 4:2:2 had to be the HLG spec) - no IBIS is no good for video and photo (means gimball compulsory for shots off tripod) - battery life way too short means Battery grip is compulsory but goes through 5+ batteries in 1 days of video shooting. - LCD is not very bright and does not flip to the side like the cheaper XT100 sadly (which rules out a lot of types of video shooting) They seem to say H265 is available to be used for every framerate and resolution, is that correct? That would be very exciting to me. NX1 (of 5 years ago) was first to do H265 but wasn't RU-vid compatible (also didn't have IBIS short video length limits due overheating and short battery life), Panasonic GH5 can only do a couple modes in H265 only like HLG 4K30 and 6K30. I think it'd be awesome to be able to film any framerate and resolution in H265, what are the H265 bitrates keeping the same quality compared with H264? Is it each time half the bitrate when using H265? This would be great and a feature I have asked for over 5 years if they deliver it correctly in a H265 that is compatible with RU-vid direct uploading to save on 4K uploading bandwidth.

great review guys. Ordered this baby within 30 minutes of its launch. I was introduced to the X-T2 at a violin recital for my daughters violin concert by another dad. I was very impressed. The are smart buggas - I sold my entire Canon pro setup including all L series lenses and bought an XT-20 with three lenses to play with. Was amazed at the ability to capture light in ways I had to struggle with post production before. Have traveled and lived from Tibet to Chile and Europe and Canon was my backbone. Now, I am selling the XT-20 and all but the 35 f2.0, and buying over $4,000 worth of equipment and I am far from a well off guyI plan to shoot with this camera for the next 5 years, possibly adding another body as they amaze me even more in the future. I was a Nikon shooter for 20 years, and Canon for 16, so this is a big jump. GOOD AMAZING JOB, FUJI!!

Jordan’s athleticism really shines here.

This will be a killer camera. $1499 is a great price. Unlike the lazy designs and very high price "let's milk our loyal fans" of the upcoming Canon and Nikon mirrorless cameras, the X-T3 has both great ergonomics and brings something new to the table. The new Microprism super peaking will be fantastic for Manual lenses.

As an X-T1 user, after not caring much for the 2.. this thing looks seriously nutty, with the face detection focus, the tracking, the etterna and video quality.. holy shit, if only it had IBIS. I might just have to save for this anyway.

Another example of a cool and very accurate first impression review. I don't know how you manage to so fluid but it makes the difference. Anyway as a OM-D EM-1 & EM-5 Mii I feel very frustrated as nothing comes up. Coz they also make very classy cameras.

Great review video! I'm so excited to buy the Fuji X-T3 for filmmaking. I'm using the Fuji X-T2 until now but I'm looking forward to the new autofocus and the new 4K 60fps movie mode.

I have to ask if you guys have noticed any improvement in dynamic range or low light shooting noise performance. I was hoping with a BSI sensor it would see a marked improvement. The lower base ISO suggests more dynamic range but no word yet on that.

I think Fuji has a medium format camera just as a way to say "I don't make a full frame camera just because I don't want, not because I can't".

Looking forward to your findings about High ISO performance too, on the official review. Cheers guys

no ibis, no 4k fullframe, no Canon EF mount, no double tap shutter button, average file encryption, electromagnetic wave hazard due to wifi, no internal SSD, no usb hub, way over my 150£ budget, if you keep reading this you hopefully understood it is an ironic comment.

Looooved this video! Just Got my own Fujifilm X-T3 and your videos are part of the reason. I actually did a video with my first impression of the camera, and I gotta day, I was surprised. I’ve used canon my whole photography life, but it’s always felt like the shoe didn’t quite fit right with me. The style and feeling of canon just wasn’t my cup of tea. Now the shoe finally fits and I feel more motivated than ever, with my Fuji xt3.

For action/sports or video shooters the X-T3 seems a nice upgrade. For pro portrait photogs the X-H1 still looks better as it has better ergonomics and IBIS as well as that lovely shutter

For video it is amazing. Absolutely incredible. *But for photography* ,are the improvements really make it worth upgrading to from an X-T2 for example?

Great review! Thanks guys! That silver XT-3 is gorgeous.

Did Jordan just compared Chris's face with trash can 😂😂

What kind of DP/camera operator uses auto-focus or needs a selfie-oriented screen on the back? For filmmaking purposes, the XT-3 is fantastic. You're going to be using manual focus, always pointing the camera forward (so you don't care about a flip screen), and most likely utilizing the f-log with an external recorder. I purchased this camera after being a tad bit disappointed with the newest Black Magic camera and it has blown me away. Can't wait to dig into the world of Fuji lenses.

I’m debating whether to get this, or maybe the canon 250d. Which do you think would be better?

Yes I did switch from Nikon D750 to XT-3. Very very excited. Already have received some fuji lenses. Eagerly awaiting the new camera.

Wow, take that, Canon! Looks awesome! Biggest upset is the lack of focus tracking in video, same battery as before, no IBIS and no flippy screen (like X-T100). However, if you already enjoy the Fuji platform, this looks to be the best Fuji yet. Can't wait to check out the final review and get some sensor measurements to see the improvements with this BSI sensor.

I am a Nikon shooter with my D610 and I am considering going mirrorless mainly to reduce size and weight in lenses. I currently have these lenses: Sigma art 35, Nikkor 50 and 85 1.8G, Tokina 17-35 and Nikkor 24-120. Photography is a serious hobby but not my job. I do mainly studio, portrait and real estate photography. I am tempting to switch to the new fuji x-t3. Would I loose quality going to Fuji? I also considered Sony A7iii but lenes are too expensive and Z6 does not attract me by the reviews I have seen.

You guys just crack me up with your banter...and AF on my XH1 has yet to confuse anyone’s face with a garbage can. I love your reviews and I honestly think you guys are among the best out there! I’m quite happy with my XH1 (it took some amazing pics and vids on my China trip last month) for now, but I am really looking forward to your review of the XH2 when it comes out.

This camera looks like a winner!

I like how Fuji provides model variation to appeal to different ways of doing things. Big X-Trans fan here. Also a fan of the present X-T2 screen articulation for compact portrait configuration. X-Txxx + X-Ax are there for Bayer-fans and vario-angle fans or vlogging. X-Hx is there for smoothniks. I really prefer the X-Trans output compared with Fuji's Bayer output (at least with X-Pro1 & X-T2.) I love you Fuji.

Full phase detection coverage is a game changer for me. I tended to just use the big square as my autofocus mode on the xt2 because contrast detect af is too slow for street photography so you basically had to use single point or just select the center phase zone.

Jordan, nice job on the color grading of this video! Looks great.

Magnification during recording!! THIS IS AWESOME

FYI, X-T2 does have boost mode that you can use WITHOUT GRIP. Please don't provide incorrect information and misguide users. Having said that you are not the only one... Many others have misunderstood this BOOST feature on X-T2 grip... Many think that you can get BOOST only with grip. that is not true. Even without grip yes through menus but you can turn high performance (BOOST) mode ON on X-T2. I was actually surprised to see that coming from you as I still regard you and few other youtubers at higher standard of knowledge and quality content. Thanks for another nice first impressions, video though!

So Torn between buying this or A7 iii. IBIS & FF are making me lean towards Sony but color science & 10bit HDR is preventing it. Please make a side-by-side comparison video

I've handled a X-T2. From an ergonomic standpoint it was great. The grip was a lot better than the cheaper X-T20. With what looks like very nice video AF and 4k 60fps... wow! That seems like solid hybrid camera that doesn't sacrifice anything from the photo side to make it happen. Though, like you guys were saying, the fully articulating screen would have been preferred by a lot of people.

I just bought an XT-20 with the XC 16-50 mm and XC 50-230 mm telephoto lenses all for $800 [all new...not preowned]. I thought that was a great deal. I wanted the XT-3 but economics kicked in. I would be spending at least 3 times the price for the XT-3 with the same lenses. What do you guys think about the XT-20 and the lenses [lower end lenses not as good as the XF series] that I got. Did I make a good choice....I'm not a professional photographer...just learning now. Don't know a lot about photography yet but hope I made a good choice.

I'm loving everything Fuji. It's nice to see them working so hard for their corner of the market.

From a gutted 80D user hoping to go mirrorless this week, colours are just beautiful

Great preview! What lens was used to record and would you recommend an OIS zoom lens or a prime lens with Gimball for 4k video? Apart done the face AF during during video, what happens when you don't film a person (e.g. animals, objects , fountains etc)?

Thanks for the review. Definitely interested in this camera. Two things 1)the non flip out screen is very frustrating and maybe a deal breaker. 2) the video looked a little flat/uninspired(?) compared to your normal videos. Not terrible but a bit odd.

Another great review guys. I watch a lot of the RU-vidr camera channels, and I really think your reviews are the best and most watchable! Keep up the good work :)

This is very exciting. Thank you. I had some reservations and thought that full frame was the future. I was nonplussed by the Nikon and Canon offers, so, I’m going to double down on the Fuji. I preordered the XT3 and will no unreservedly invest in the Fuji. I just love the work you are doing. Who knew that Calgary and Seattle are the center of the photography world!

Wow ! I was just out for some infos about the 35mm f2 on DPreview, and randomly saw some sample pics of the ... X-T3 ??? What ??? Quickly dug a bit deeper and what would you know !? The first impression video just got out today ! Talk about a coincidence ! Great intro to the camera, guys ! As an owner of an X-T20 (while I was gunning for the X-T2 at the time, but didn't have the budget, so I dialed down to the X-T20 instead, and never regretted it, although I'm still dreaming of that sexy graphite look of the X-T2) and an X-H1 (when I did get some budget later on), I was very curious about the coming X-T3. These videos enhancements definitely look VERY attractive. 4K 10 bits video have been desired for a long time (and it's too bad the X-H1 doesn't have that, but anyway, one step at a time) Too bad there isn't an IBIS, here, but that was already announced by Fujifilm long ago, so no surprise here. I guess the IBIS is gonna be a trademark feature of the X-H series (contrary to other people, I don't see Fujifilm trickle it down to their other series any time soon, mostly for camera size reasons, and also, well, to keep selling X-Hs), but I do predict a bigger battery (needed upgrade, since IBIS is very battery-hungry) as well as a flippy screen for the coming X-Hs, which will probably also become one of their trademark features. Talking about the X-T3 again, looks like I'm gonna dig another big hole in my bank account soon (to compensate my missed opportunity to get the X-T2). Maybe selling my cherished X-T20, then...

Can I just get 100 clips of Jordan awkwardly staring at a camera and running?

This is the best mirrorless in the mirrorless market. Sony, Canon and Nikon are huge mirrorless!!!!!.....with HUGE lenses!!! Fujifilm is the only brand that offers something special with its aps-c and medium format cameras

Am an X-H1 user and what the X-T3 brings is excitement--excitement for what will come in the X-H2.

So can you disable the touchscreen? That would be cool.

Oh man that skin color on the video looks fantastic, honestly I think it's better than canon

Which do you think is better the XH 1 or the x t3

Hi and thanks for sharing your thoughts on the XT3. I am on the market for my first camera. I have been recommended to go with the XT3 where other friends tell me Panasonic G85... They don't quite compare, or do they? Would you recommend the XT3 for a beginner like me? Thanks

Dear Canon, This is how you make a mirrorless camera!

How does this compare to the X E3? I am selling my Canon M5 and looking for a new street photography camera. I have never owned a Fujifilm camera.

I will have X-T3 in the year 2020, TCS will drop the price do you think?

Autofocus looks amazing. How Jordan ran from left to right pretty fast and it kept up. The Eye autofocus is also very good! Beautifull 4K as well! Can't wait to have these settings with IBIS in the X-H2 whenever that may come out. I think IBIS is the only thing missing to kill competition. But then again.. Fuji said it like half a year ago it would not get IBIS. Only X-H series get it. Beautifull review guys!

I am excited to upgrade from X-T2 to this camera but the main drawbacks you mentioned aren't things they can improve in a firmware update. (Battery life, flip-out LCD screen, and IBIS).

You said now we got dual uhs 2 cards and it's a nice improvement. Correct me if I'm wrong but xt2 has dual uhs 2 card slots as well?

Great review. You guys are the best - very relaxed and informative in addition to working so well as a team.

I keep hearing Chris say, “Welcome back TCS Viewers...”. I had to rewind it 3 times to understand he was saying DPTV haha. Good work DPReview picking these guys up. Best camera reviews on the internet!

CHAPEAU Fuji!! looks great. I love the "look" of the video beside technicals features has "mojo". Do you know what i mean? a question, the episode was recorded on the atomos or internally? Cheers!

Is it just me or does the video have a green hue? Not particularly surprised, as I used to often use Fuji's film for that very reason, slightly more green than my usual Kodak Gold. Also love seeing some cool city shots (the geometry of tall buildings against the sky). Nicely done.

Best review of this camera I've seen! Thanks! Does this camera have limitless video recording, like the GH4/GH5?

Nice review guys as always. Not convinced I need to upgrade from my X-T2 and X-H1 yet, but that auto focus is very appealing.

I watched your video on the X-T3 twice. Thank you very much. IMO it's very good. What is better? The video footage throughout. Fuji makes the best most beautiful image out of the camera of any camera I've ever shot. Colors are just gorgeous. Get your white balance and exposure right and you're in like Flynn. After what I've seen as of late, I'm seriously considering the Nikon Z6 (thats ZEEEEE 6 to you, Chris) and, while I'll probably buy the X-T3 (and sell my X-t1 & 2), what I'm really waiting for is the X-H2....IMO, it can't come soon enough--hopefully with waveforms, zebras, and an external XLR unit, a la Canon XC-15. Love these cameras---better than Canon color IMO. Good as Canon is there is something really striking and special about Fuji simulations that leave the rest in the dust. My 2¢

I quite love Fujifilm but I won’t upgrade my x-t1 until they add IBIS. That superior autofocus almost pushes me over the edge but I mostly shoot with a manual Zhongyi 35mm f.95. Also wonder why they won’t just give it a better flip screen?

I'm a hybrid shooter, should I choose xt3 16-55 or Sony A 73 28-75?

Hi, about battery life... Under an hr is that 4k or 1080p? How long does the battery last shooting 1080p? TIA

Thank you Chris & Jordan for this nice preview. I will wait for the final review, but i think Fuji did a great job on the xt3. Also good that i didn't heard "dpreview" 100x times. A video like in the "old day's'' with good infos and some humor. Very good work. Will be there a end-year-video with best & worst cameras and with real stuff or orange juis? :-)

Great first impressions. The X-T3 looks like such an awesome camera, with the only drawbacks I can think of being the lack of IBIS and the mediocre battery life. Fingers crossed Fuji addresses the both of them with the X-H2!

Ok. Great review. Please do the full review of the production model....soon!

It looks like there is still a bit of moire in video. Oh hope it isn't too bad.

Is the IBIS noticeably better than a stabilized lense? Trying to decide between the Fujifilm x-t3 and Sony a7iii for my first camera.

Hey guys did you use an ND filter with this shoot? Which lens did you mostly record with? Lastly, what was your audio set up? Thanks..

wow, that last shot looks incredible. I feel more confident investing in more fuji lenses knowing their bodies are getting this much better now.

Love the way the lens gets smaller when Jordan shoots a close up of the ports!

What is your thought on 18-55 without weather sealing? I am usually traveling on adventure trips on a motorcycle in 3rd world countries. Do you think it makes a difference to have the WR on the lens?

Will we still get that superb mosaic effect on greens in distance?

IMHO IBIS only makes a difference with the XF90mm or for video when moving. Battery life, I can live with it. I shot 12h weddings with two bodies and only 2 or 2 and a half Fujifilm official batteries. One trick is to turn the bodies off when not shooting (even for 30 sec) and disable rear LCD automaticly when your eye is in the EVF.

YES, FINALLY THE HOLY GRAIL

The AF seems to be a huge step up from my X-T2 which tends to do a lot of focus hunting even on static subjects. As for the battery some might find it as an advantage - I've got a bunch of them already, I've got a couple of multibattery chargers and these are small light enough to put in a bag and carry around.

Hey DPReview! What's up with the XT3 RAW files you uploaded in your comparison tool? Either the XT3's high ISO performance is noticeable worse than the XT2's and Fuji had serious changes done to their colors or you guys had serious trouble with your RAW converter. Can you look into this? It's freaking people out... thanks in advance 😉

If they’ve fixed the reliability issues with this Model I’ll be straight on it..! Thanks for a great review guys ❤️

Codec looks great. Does it still have the small 1.17x crop-in when shooting 4K or is it full-width sensor area?

When you do a "full review" of the X-T3, could you also have Jordan describe his mounting of the RODE microphone (shown in your video) on the X-T3. I currently have a RODE Video Mic Pro mounted on my X-T2. Have ordered an X-T3 and would like to upgrade my Video Mic Pro to the Video Mic Pro Plus. Reviews of the Video Mic Pro Plus indicate a "design flaw"- the mic, when mounted directly on the camera, extends beyond the camera, making viewing difficult.

Always watch your reviews very informative plus you both have a great sense of humor you make me smile at some of your comments. Great viewing thanks Chris.

Im still waiting for the x-pro 3 😪

You do have a channel then!! So glad I found you again!

You guys are doing a fantasctic job of reviewing gear. I have no intention buying this camera, but I like to be informed about new upcoming products.

If using an external recorder, will you get rid of the 30 minute recording limit?

Nice! This is the first Fuji camera that I actually consider to be interesting. Unfortunately the lack of IBIS is a deal-breaker for me, but I'm super excited about the next model in this line, if it has IBIS.

which camera you are using right now for this youtube video ?

Looking to upgrade my lumix g7 to a used x-t2. Is it worth it over fx the a6300 etc?

Love the Jordan "Running Bear" focus tests.