My in-depth Fujifilm X-T5 review for photographers! Check MPB to buy and sell used gear: bit.ly/3ULU9yL Buy Gordon a coffee: www.paypal.me/cameralabs Gordon's In Camera book: amzn.to/2n61PfI / Amazon uk: amzn.to/2mBqRVZ Cameralabs merchandise: redbubble.com/people/cameralabs/shop Gordon’s retro gear channel: ru-vid.com Fujifilm X-T5 at B&H: bhpho.to/3Nuz2xU // WEX UK: tidd.ly/3FEh0HM Equipment used for producing my videos Sony A6400: prf.hn/l/pRO0wp5 Sony e 24mm f1.8: amzn.to/2TqWNzk Rode NT USB mic: amzn.to/3AdHcUp Rode Wireless Go II mic: amzn.to/3xkCvGo Rode Lavalier Go mic: amzn.to/3ygzzKY Godox UL150 light: amzn.to/2VpVbXE Godox QR-P70 softbox: amzn.to/3yQfGdF MacBook Pro 14in (16GB / 1TB): amzn.to/3PrKbPV 00:00 - intro and position 02:18 - MPB.com Sponsorship 03:32 - X-T5 design and controls 06:51 - X-T5 viewfinder and screen 09:35 - XT-5 ports, battery and accessories 11:35 - X-T5 IBIS stabilization 13:20 - X-T5 autofocus 15:43 - X-T5 drive, burst, skewing, rolling shutter 18:31 - X-T5 photo image quality 24:11 - X-T5 verdict and sample images Music: www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases
Mr. Laing can sports finder mode be used with pixel shift mode? Also how many pixels will provide the XT5 IN SFM? Thank you very much for all the information provided! Súper!!!
@@josecolon8143 sorry, I didn't use sport finder mode on the XT5. I suspect it puts it into Medium resolution, but Fujifilm's website specs should be able to confirm. I'd sooner shoot with the whole frame and crop later.
@@cameralabs Thank you for your prompt response. I asked because for street photo with a wide angle 40MP will probably provide good resolution on SFM. Same as using it in combination with pixel shift on a tripod for specific parts of a landscapes? That will be something to test when I get mine. Again, thank you; blessings to you and your loved ones not only today but always!
@@kronkite1530 same for any shop that buys and resells used gear. Same with CEX for computer and games stuff, they'll pay you 30 quid for something and sell it for 60. Same for any shop buying camera gear to sell in their window. You're paying for the convenience of not having to wait for a buyer and then dealing with them.
Great review. Great! The 4:3 and 4:5 aspect rations are new to me and my X-T3. Maybe I missed an upgrade. Very much appreciate this thorough and yet quick and to the point review.
I've X-T1, T2, H1, T3. I have bought the X-H2S for my bird photography. Unfortunately, I have always been afraid that I would break the flip-out screen. So, X-T5? Yes, please.😄
Hi! Are you happy with your X-H2S for bird photography? Birds on perch vs in flight, and which lens you use. I’m considering to upgrade from X-T2 to T5 or H2S. With my current set (X-T2+100-400 zoom) the AF is holding too much my keeper rate. Thanks.
@Abel Pereira Hi Adel, Yes, I am very happy with X-H2S for bird photography. I mostly take shore birds and some birds in flight. The auto-focus of X-H2S with the new XF 150-600mm lenses is super fast. It even works with a 2x teleconverter without any technical issue, though it needs a lot of light.
@@sukjai_mainoi Hi! Thanks so much for your reply, and for the good news as the X-H2S seems indeed to be the solution for keeping me in the Fuji world. 😊
With a 40 megapixel APSC sensor then the Lenses have to be extremely good to give enough resolution and sharpness to the image, does any Fuji Lens deliver that ?
@@walie007 But are those good enough !? Anyone tested them to the bone with the new sensor ? Fx the Fuji 150-600mm struggles and do not deliver enough sharpness for the 40 megapixels sensor.
@@cameraprepper7938 Do you have a source on it not delivering? I haven't seen anyone calling out that lens' sharpness and most the reviews I saw were people using the X-H2. One important part of the test should be if the lens was on a tripod when the photo was taken. A lot of softness at higher focal lengths come from hand movements which can be amplified by a slower than optimal shutter speed given its smaller aperture.
The big disappointment is the 1 to 2s with uncompressed raw. My X-T20 is at 4s with 8fps high speed and 10s with 5fps low speed. The X-T5 - X-H2 difference is huge on this point. 5-6s uncompressed would have been a good point Fuji was too stingy for a cheap part (buffer) of the camera. The X-H2 is so close in price and so far from the X-T5 (performance) even with PASM ergonomics, it seems to me much more desirable than the X-T5
Do you frequently shoot long bursts of RAW? I may be in the minority here, but when i'm shooting long bursts, I'm normally shooting sport or wildlife, and find JPEG fine for my needs. I only shoot RAW for more considered shots, like single frame landscapes etc.
@@cameralabs I prefer shooting RAW even in burst mode.3 generations between X-T20 and X-T5 and the X-T5 can't take more 3s lossless RAW. Perhaps the quality of compressed RAW is good enought to take infinite compressed RAW files at 7 fps
@@japamax this is one of their differentiators with the X-H series. If you want the big RAW bursts with the new sensor, then they're saying get the X-H2.
As an X-T3 owner this is a perfect upgrade, I was never bothered by the X-T4's screen but I felt it got a bit too heavy for its grip. Speaking of grips, with an estimated 700+ photos in a single battery (economy mode of course) I am not bothered at all by the lack of battery grip and I'm looking forward to less in-hand weight at big events.
@@mostlymessingabout Eric Bouvet uses Fuji as does Sara cortaville both award-winning photographers, they use them because they are not as heavy as so-called pro cameras. more to do with the photographers being the Pro.
I’m not as worried about not having enough battery power without a grip, but will miss the verticals controls. Not a deal breaker, unlike the lack of dials. I’d be more inclined currently to get the X-T5 over the X-H2 because of the dial situation. I just wish Fuji would make the exposure compensation dial lockable too!
Thanks again for another excellent video, Gordon. Your X-H2 review almost sold me on that one but I decided to wait and see what the X-T5 offered - glad I did as that is the one I'm going for. (Also, I think Fuji going back to the right choice of flippy screen was bonus enough for waiting!)
One of the main reasons against the full articulating screen is that it doesn't work well with an LBracket like the one from SmallRig. I'm so happy they brought back the tilting screen.
The only real benefit for side articulating screen is the capability to look when from the front. But everything else is just con. Larger camera to be spotted. Fragile hinge with display as long lever. Always required to be twisting and flipping if wanted anything than flush screen. Off-axis angles to look screen in most of the time. Etc. If someone is vlogging, they need to place camera about at 2-3 meters distance for best perspective, and it means you can't see anything from 3" class screen. Even at 1 meter away it is too small. Solution: use your smartphone with 6-7" screen... Wifi connection to remote control camera, and you see everything at your palm. You can adjust exposure and all without reaching to camera. And you can start/stop recording. It is savior for macro as well, because you don't need to be touching camera or having remote release cable. You can even be around camera and seeing all clearly from smartphone screen. The X-T2 presented hinge is best there is. Best for videographers as well for photographers. Photographers benefit more from tilting screen than side swiveling, as well does videographers. No one really benefit from side articulating screens, they just believe they do... Similar thing is with AF joystick, where dual dial AF point movement is superior to it. Similar is with lens focus ring, mechanical vs FBW, where digital is superior as you have greater control, accuracy and speed.
Another excellent and well presented review. This is my go to chanel. I fall into the bracket of stills only and non-sports/wildlife so this is the absolute perfect camera for me. I have just sold (to MPB) my trusty X-T3 which I loved but wished for a new model that had more MP's and IBIS....but still had the 3 way tilt screen. My hopes weren't high for the screen after the X-T4 flip out so I was over the moon when they went back to the true photograhers choice of tilt screen. Pre-ordered immediately and am now waiting patiently for the email from my local camera shop here in the Algarve to tell me it has arrived....along with the new 30mm F2.8 Macro lens!!! Thanks again for the review
Thanks for the review. I went from Canon full frame to Fuji in 2017 with an X-T2 and have migrated through each of the X-T line to the X-T4. I just got my X-T5 and couldn't be more pleased. Yes, there are minor compromises, but the major ones don't impact me. The battery grips (that I thought I needed) for previous models have been rarely used. I use my cameras for wildlife and landscapes, so the flippy screen was annoying. Love the return of the Tilty! Ironically, I have largely phased out of shooting RAW, so the buffer speed isn't a concern. It would seem the X-T5 is the perfect camera for me!
@@200Fathoms I know you asked the OP, but for me, I just don't need RAW to do what I want. So long as the camera takes good-looking JPEGs with colours and tones I like, then I'm happy with them., Why make life harder if you don't need to? Sure, i still shoot RAW for really demanding situations like weird lighting, astro etc, or when I know I'm going to make a large print, but for 99% of my shots, JPEG is fine. Check out my In Camera book all about it.
@@cameralabs It's interesting-it just never occurs to me to shoot JPEG anymore. I think my thought process is, why wouldn't I want to have the ability to adjust white balance, really pull up the shadows/pull down the highlights, etc. Maybe I've just been brainwashed. I'll check out your book, thanks.
@@200Fathoms it really is a personal choice, just go with whatever workflow gets the results you want and which you enjoy using. I hope you enjoy my book!
Great review Gordon. IMO you offer the best unbiased reviews of camera gear on YT, and long may you continue. The X--T5 is a good upgrade for me (ordered today). As someone who straddles between an X-T4 and GFX100s I've been looking for a suitable increase in resolution in a compact body that will help save my back. Really hoping the X-T5 will fit the bill and that I'll be able to move away from the bulk of the GFX line. You only need so much resolution, depending on what you photograph, but for me the sweet spot is around the 40MP mark. Keep up the great work!
Feels more like a refinement than a revolution. The X-T4 is already so good tho. I feel like I have no reason to replace it unless it completely breaks.
I'm disappointed that it doesn't have oversampled 6k or the newer EVF, but I'm still getting the X-T5. The features in the X-H2 are definitely worth the extra $300, so I'm a little envious.
I am in the market for a new (photography first) camera. I have recently watched lots of reviews and keep coming back to yours. I have come to love your consistent approach, your tone, the nature of your photographer first focus comments and opinions, and all-in, I appreciate the wide range of equipment review experience you bring to this space. I also read many of the comments in the reviews I watch (there are always a couple of gems) and I must give YOU full marks for dealing with the crap comments from some. I'm actually surprised that for some of your honest opinion segments you aren't swapping the cap for a Sh#& Helmet. It is easy to understand why some RU-vid reviewers turn off comments. Please keep up the good work and keep the comments (and your measured responses) turned on. Thanks
Thanks, I try to reply to all comments and diffuse or debunk the angry or incorrect ones. There's a worrying number of ill informed or strangely entitled folks out there who need telling!
Love to see a side by side comparison of the X-T5 with R7. I do see an X-T5 in my future, I've picked up a couple of the new fast primes, they are really great!
@@cameralabs great! I will be on the look out. What I'm interested in is silent shutter. On the R7 if in ES mode, do you still have control over the settings?
@@riddleuncc yes, they act mostly the same as the mechanical shutter in terms of basic settings. The fastest and slowest shutters are sometimes different, plus the DR with the electronic is often a little less for RAW, and of course you get the increased rolling shutter skewing, but that's the price for the silent operation.
regarding Pixel Shift artifacts: I see they affect a smaller part of the image and I wonder if Fuji could train some AI neural network to specifically fix them. Would be already great to have at least some sort of procedural auto-masking of the problematic areas, so that you know where to work (maybe with some AI in-painting technique)
Yes, some rival companies already analyse for motion and only use one frame for those parts. The artefacts I zoomed-into are wherever something has moved.
The XT5 seems almost perfect to me. Smaller, dials, 3way screen, sensor, and no need for battery grip with improved battery effciency. Do wish it had a full fledged grip on it though. How was the new grip?
I remember there were accessory grips for the T1/2/3 that weren't battery grips. I guess there will be some 3rd party grips. Myself, I think I'd pay a bit extra for the H2 for the nicer grip. But the T5 definitely is theoretically better for travel. Both will be nice upgrades over my H1 though.
The battery grip is not only for battery life. Its for portrait photographers. So they got rid of the flip screen- videographers wont buy it, they took the grip option away- portrait photographers wont buy it… so many xt4customers wont buy it. Bad business move.
Thanks, this is one of the better videos explaining all the new features. I find mine to be a near-perfect upgrade from my X-T3, and although I consider myself a photographer first, the video capabilities are certainly nothing to sneeze at.
I'm happy Fuji have not gone all-in video for this model and stuck with the classic dials and card slots while giving us more resolution. Thanks for the review.
I was concerned about the grip issue, but to be honest, it really hasn't been an issue in reality. The buffer is more of a concern, but I shoot lossless compressed and the hief instead of jpeg...i manage the buffer ok with that.
With the XT-5 Fuji definitely differentiates the mid and high end models. They went a little too far IMO by leaving out the contacts for a grip. However for me it's not a deal breaker but they did leave out a segment of the market for which it is. I shot with the Nikon D7200 for over 5 years with no vertical grip even though I could have used one. About 90% of my shots are horizontal and I never held the camera vertically and thought "Wow, I wish I had a vertical grip". I am still thinking about getting the XT-5 and buying into the Fuji ecosystem. Obviously Fuji did not want to make the XT-5 "too good". Other camera makers do this too. Nikon did this all the time with the DSLR and mirrorless lines, with the exception possibly of the D850 and D500 lines which are EOL anyway. For me XT-5 plusses - IBIS, 40mp, Xtrans BSI sensor, film simulation modes, tilt screen, hi res mode, and many others you pointed out. XT-5 minuses - no vertical grip option, shallow RAW buffer (would have liked 100+ RAW buffer). Overall I think it's a winner for the mid-range enthusiast market for both new and old Fuji fans.
I twould be different if they didn't kill off X-H1's form factor, so now you have to destroy the exposure control workflow you want to get the best features and grip. They shouldn't punish people that agreed with the vision they themselves laid out with the X-System. Maybe give PASM options, but always put loyal customers first and give them the best options too. I find this year to be a betrayal on Fuji's loyal. X-H1 was the only one to do it right, but it was just terribly decided to base on the old generation. If you look back, no one was complaining about dials on the X-H1, they were complaining the X-T3 and A7 III came out immediately after with gigantic technology leaps.
Thank you so much for your outstanding and balanced review. I will be upgrading from my beloved X-T2 to an X-T5 soon. As someone who rarely takes video, this is the perfect camera . . . . and I do not have to learn new controls on the H-series.
I have just come across your review and must congratulate you on an informative and well structured review, most useful as compared to many other reviews. I have used the XT2 up to now and whilst I have spent a while agonising over whether to get the XT5 of the XH2 to upgrade I think your review here as helped me make the decision to go with the XT5, for that I thank you. As a further note I agree with your comments regarding the lack of a vertical grip, it is the one thing that has held me back.,
Congrats - the very best review I have seen so far. I am looking forward to getting my X-PRO2 replaced by this camera. The only concern I have is, whether Fuji can cope with the urgent update of some „older“ zoom lenses - such as the XF 16-55 and the XF 10-24.
I moved to Fujifilm several years ago having been a life long Canon SLR user, my motivations were a vast reduction weight and a return to a traditional dial aesthetic. I had tired of decades of carrying and travelling with a heavy camera bag and the fujifilm system has been liberating in this respect. I had the vertical grip for my fujis but only to compensate for battery life. The vertical grip added undesired bulk, but solved battery life. With the new fuji battery my use case for a vertical grip is gone, so I happily take the return to a more compact form with no need for the vertical grip. My cameras have always been for photography, so I place little value on video or reversing screens. I welcome the x-t5’s return and focus on photography.
I used MPB for the first (and last) time recently and had a bad experience and they also somewhat "scammed" me. First they botched the requested pickup date, then they took more than 2 weeks to evaluate my kit and then the "scam" part - they said my kit wasn't like new (it was), they downgraded it to excellent only to find it for sale afterwards as a "like new" product. How do I know? The S/N is visible in the pictures on the site and I also had pictures of it taken by me.
That's such a shame. I sold a teleconverter to them some time ago and described it as in good condition and they upgraded it to excellent and gave me more than they had originally quoted. My latest transaction, of trading in a camera and lens for another camera also went well, although they didn't give me more than I expected this time! But I agree the kind of thing you experienced can put you off dealing with a company again.
@@SkylarkFields What really got to me was that they offered me "excellent" but then went on to sell it "like new" Also speaking of TCs: their Sony 1.4s "like new" ones, all missing the front cover are €21 more expensive than actually buying a brand new item in store (not discounted, on sale or anything, just full price)
@@houserhythm I would have been annoyed about that, too, I must admit. It's a strange coincidence that I also saw an item on there costing more than a brand new one would be elsewhere but assumed it was a typo in the price. Maybe it wasn't then....
Hey! i own a fujifilm xt3 and i am thinking of buying an xt5 or selling my fujifilm xt3 and buying a nikon z7 ii, i would like to know if the xt5 has a better dynamic range than the xt3 and if you can really appreciate the 40mp compared to the 26mp from the xt3! Thanks
@@franperezphotography89 I didn't photograph a DR chart with both cameras to measure that. My advice would be to access a RAW file from each and just see if they can handle the kind of transformations you desire. I have no need for more than a few stops either way, so they all give me that. If it's not enough, I'd reshoot.
Thank you. A good review as always. Clear and straight to the point. I think you've made my mind up for me. It's time to move on from my X-T2 and get this X-T5.
Xt5 is 2300 MSRP here. The XE4 is a grand. Does Gordon think Fuji would be madmen enough to publish an XE5 with that HR sensor for the same money as the XE4?
I think you are correct about an upcoming X-S model with the X-Trans 5 and fully articulating LCD. It makes sense. Its going to have to cost more than the current model I'm afraid. It depends on what gets left out.
Seems to me that we have two luxuries as camera enthusiasts. One is that Fujifilm and other camera companies keep advancing the state of the art and provide so much choice. The other is that RU-vid provides the facilities for such excellent reviews and the ability for people to sit on their couches and write snarky comments about boo-hoo Fujifilm didn't do this or that just the way I want it. As the Rolling Stones famously sung, "You can't always get what you want..." As an X-T3 owner who sat out the X-T4 because it didn't suit me, I will happily plunk down my money for this one. I think it is fantastic. Perfect? Probably not. Better than what I have? Absolutely.
Seeing the comparisons of photos with XT4 side by side with XT5 and seeing NO differences, I have to wonder if there is a reason to upgrade for this reason alone (if these photo comparisons are accurate). Certainly those who want longer battery life or pixel shift may want to upgrade. I miss the features that the XH2 dropped from my XH1 - so for now, no upgrade. Regarding the flippy screem protecting the screen on XH2 - I've seen more damaged flippy hinges than flippy screens. And on my XH1 - I've never been in a possitio where the screen would be damaged. Now when someone uses an L bracket cut out to allow a flippy screen use looking down, that certainly will risk damaging the screen. You can see I favor the tilt, but see no reason and tilt-flip combo could not have been engineered.
@@jonesnax I recently got a message on FB in the XT5 group, from an XH1 user who told me the resolution increase is amazing. This could be due to the MP increase or the processes improvement since the XH1 sensor and processor are the same as the XT2, which is three generations behind the XT5. Having exchanged messages with that FB poster, decided to order the XT5. It arrives today ! We wil see very shortly.
3 years ago I was coming from a cheap Canon and looking to get an X-T3 but went for the X-H1 primarily due to IBIS. Unfortunately I have never really been satisfied with this camera. The X-T4 looked promising but I wasn't really convinced, I also didn't have the money. Now the X-T5 is here and I'm pretty certain about selling both my X-H1 and X100V to get this camera. It's got everything I need and want.
Thanks for the great in depth review as always. Right now the only things I think I'll miss on the XT-5 are the extra battery grip, because I would likely have looked to get that, and the ability to hide away the screen since I will likely set and forget the stuff on it. However, I will also likely come to prefer the tilting screen that the XT-5 has as it will make low angle automotive shots far easier. I won't have to lay on the ground like I do with my A-1 and FT-b. Now I just have to find a local camera store that has one, and takes cash since I have thus far avoided the world of credit entirely. XD This is truly a great time for photographers. So many great offerings from many of the top brands with cameras that specialize is all sorts of photography needs.
What do you think makes the viewfinder and screen work when you're framing your shot on a mirrorless camera? What do you think allows subject and scene recognition for autofocus, metering and white balance? If they took away the video, you'd lose all of that and basically be back at the early days of DSLRs. Video is baked into modern cameras and by allowing you to also record it, they appeal to a bigger audience which in turn increases volumes and reduces cost. A new camera without video would be extremely limited in modern performance, have limited appeal and would cost a lot. That's why none of the majors pursue this strategy.
While Fuji has decided not to provide a battery grip, I am sure the aftermarket manufacturers will fill that gap as it is an unmet need. I tend to buy the OEM grips myself, but in this case I will make an exception. I will wait until that happens before purchasing an X-T5. Great review as usual.
As I said in the video, there's no electrical contacts on the base, so it would need to be a stalk solution, sacrificing the body battery and only giving you 2 packs. Although you would get more to hold onto obviously.
@@cameralabs I totally agree with @davidjb9199. I will take twice the battery life and portrait shutter release all day long, even though I prefer the OEM option. Fuji could have considered a partial solution in that they could have provided the contacts for the grip and then just allow 3rd party providers to fill the gap. Their investment would be minimal while allowing others to be satisfied or not with the reduced demand they noted for the X-T4 grip. I too will wait for someone to launch a vertical grip for the T5 before purchasing one.
@James Rhodes in theory I guess, but I'm not sure I'd invest in the camera now on the suspicion it may be possible in the future. If it's a deal-breaker not having a full battery grip, I'd wait and see if one comes, or try a different body.
Thanks Gordon for the great review! As a lifelong enthusiast that migrated from Canon to Fujifilm, the time has come to upgrade my X-T2. The X-T series is as close as it gets to be my perfect camera. However, I am leaning towards the X-H2, and here is why: The Canon 5D mk II never failed me. The X-T2 however did a number of times: it occasionally froze (for ex. when shooting fast series, not because of the SD cards), it was sent back after 3 years to fix the bayonet, the spring of the shutter release button gave in, it can no longer be half-pressed properly (I no longer half-press it, just touch it :D), it does not feel trustworthy in low temperatures. In other words, I was let down by its fragility. My selection of Fujinon lenses are the reason I stick with Fuji, no way I'll miss out on those! The dials as well as the whole concept of the X-T2 made it my choice in the first place, these arguments are still valid, but based on my experience and since I don't have or would not like to take a backup camera along I have to conclude that reliability is key. The X-H2 appears to be sturdier in this respect; I also believe the newly developed shutter button is no coincidence. As I tend to prefer larger lenses, the bigger grip and larger size are also a plus. I have to admit that the higher resolution appeals to me, as I do have the habit to crop into details. Autofocus and noise were never really issues for me, as I spent my first decade with an OM-2 (which by the way still works like new) and enjoy using old manual lenses (yes, won't need resolution for those). It won't be my 100% ideal camera. As the X100V told me very well, best to opt for a tool to achieve the results rather than a beautiful piece of design and mechanics that, in this specific case, doesn't suit my workflow. As I learned with the X-T2, best to opt for a trustworthy robust tool. Even if this means going back to the PASM dial :( I hope these considerations may help, keep up the great work, cheers
Interesting observations FC Faoro. I’m also an X-T2 owner. I popped into a local camera store expecting to walk out with the x-t5, but while there I tried the x-h2. Much to my surprise much preferred the x-h2 in hand and I found the EVF and LCD display much clearer! The extra grip also allowed me to take steadier test shots, with sharp images using shutter speed down to 20th and usable to 10Th. Best I did on the x-t5 was 30th. I also found myself preferring how quick it was to adjust the shutter speed with the camera up the eye. Main down side was the articulating screen, but I think I can live with that. While I missed the *look* of the dials, I actually found myself making more adjustments shutter and iso I the x-h2…and I loved the top display LCD. As you observed too, the x-h2 felt like it had a better build quality. I also agree with you on larger lenses. The 16-55 feels heavy on the x-t5 (as it does on the x-t2), but on the x-h2 it felt light and proportional to the camera…even though the combination is actually slightly heavier. That extra grip is far more important than I previously gave credit. I’ve mulled it over and made my decision. I’ll pick up the x-h2 next time I’m at the shop.
@@SlicedBread1001 Glad to hear your in-shop comparison. I've been agonizing over these two, but leaning toward the X-H2. There isn't a lot of time in reviews spent on exactly how to change settings. It's good to know that those changes are easily done on the X-H2, and I do think the custom modes are really going to come in handy.
@@Indydi Thanks Indy. I think it’s always good to Try these things yourself too I’m case you disagree, but I really liked the x-h2. Full disclosure I’m now comparing x-h2 with an a7iv as the prices are quite similar. Prob still be the x-h2 though. That EVF is amazing!
Very very good reviews. Thank you very much. Is this, the X-T5, a family camera able to keep up with a child chaotic motion?? Trying to buy my first camera, I'm also thinking at a Canon R50, R10 or R7 for this difficult task.... but looking at Fuji system it seems to ofer more for the money. But the auto-focus is a priority for me... TL;DR; ... all the new RF Canon cameras seem to be able to do the job, but the lack of lenses is a big drawback. Fuji has a lot of them! I don't need many... but I surely would like to have at least one zoom from 24 mm to at least 105 mm equivalent. There are no such RF lenses, as you know... Or, actually, there is for the Canon R8. But... if you ever want a telephoto to photograph wildlife... there is no lens with a long reach.
I had the XT3 and desperately wanted to love it, but it’s AF was not that great and I got a Canon R6, which has unbelievably great AF and beautiful colors and rendering. But it and its lenses are much larger and I miss the analog dials. I’m purely a stills photographer. Do I trade the canon for an XT5?
I love the body and layout of the T models (I own the T2) but I feel disappointed with the T5. Fujifilm makes a ditch between photo and hybrid shooters don't know why. I'm hybrid. sometimes I do 1 week of only video, sometimes 1 of only photo and other weeks is 1 day photo 1 day video. With the T2 or the T4 it was possible to do so. Now between the T5 and H2 there's no way for an hybrid shooter to think about the T5. The H2 is far superior in every way (for video) there's not any video item that the H2 is left behind the T5. And guess what. In photo mode is the same. So with the T5 you only get the dials, a smaller body and a tilt screen. All of this you may love, like or adore, but none really contributes for better photography (in technically or specs practical use). So at the end of the day, for only around 300 euros you gonna be choosing the H2 or regret it in the future.
Fuji XT5 battery grip? I may be going out on a limb by saying that most enthusiasts need to have it but not necessarily use it ..ergo 7 years from now there will be used xt5’s for sale with pristine battery grips.
Love these reviews Gordon.....I still ❤️ the XH2 for the extra 300.00. I will miss the manual dials, but as you say the extras in the XH2 features and video are for me. Still this is a formidable camera for anyone wanting dials. Giving up 14mp for the XH2S for 2199.00 is compelling don't you think Gordon
Gordon as a Sony A7riv user what would I lose by going back to Fuji XT5 now they gone to 40 million pixels. In the past Ive had xe1 and xe 2 plus Xt2 when it first came out, went to sony for resolution, But I do like the smaller body and the weight of the lens compared to GM Sony lens. Im mainly a landscape , little bit of wildlife birds etc, Portraits. I had planed to get A7rv as I do like the improvements over the riv and keep both cameras, but the thought of a smaller system mainly in the lens does give me food for thought, will never print larger that 12 metres and that only rarely, I would appreciate your thoughts.
Yes! If you download the firmware for your model from the manufacturer website, you just copy it onto a memory card, insert it in the camera and restart it. if it's a Fujifilm camera, i think you need to push and hold the DISP button as you turn it on again and you'll get a firmware update menu. Make sure your battery is charged before you proceed and follow the instructions!
the machine has been castrated too much compared to xh2 for example the buffer that only holds 25 shots when xh2 Have 50 shots. The price difference is too small xh2 is competitively priced while xt5 is overcharged by $200. Where I live the machine in Europe costs € 2040 practically at that price you can find a new Olympus om1 Which has the stacked sensor and many more technological functions or a used Canon r6 Which has a full frame sensor
As always, great review Gordon. THANK YOU for the referral to MPB. Honest quote and I just sold them a bunch of stuff. Free shipping and insurance which is a lot better than using that eOcean site (you know who I mean). Thanks for making me a better photographer..
I take photos quite often but I don't make a living from it. I have the X-T50 and am trying to find out whether the X-T5 can do more in certain situations. So the question is: does it make sense to also buy the X-T5 and use both? In which situations would you take/use each camera?
It's mostly about controls, build quality, speed, viewfinder quality, battery, card slots etc. It's like a luxury X-T50, but the core quality is the same,
I was in the same situation. I bought an XT-50 about 10 days ago and watching all these RU-vid reviews to get tips on how to set the camera up, I thought about taking it back and swapping for the XT-5. I came to my senses though at remembered that I wanted a small, lightweight body. Yes, the film sim dial is of little use to me and the smaller battery is a shame but neither were good enough reasons to swap. I did think about weather protection, which the XT-5 has and the XT-50 doesn’t, especially as I do a fair amount of landscape photography but I’ve taken plenty of cameras out that didn’t claim any weather sealing and I’ve never had a problem. Fingers crossed on the last point!
I’m so happy then went back to the 3-way hinge display. I can finally upgrade. My only issue with the X-T5 is no battery grip but I can deal with that. It’s too bad the X-H2 models both have the articulating screen because that rules them out for my for anything but video.
I love that you use a Commodore 64 for closeup shots, makes me smile and remember my old Vic 20! Love the X5 based on the reviews to date. However, I still love the G9 for size, ergonomics and feature set at the price point, but this is very tempting. Thank you for what you do, cheers!
11:17 I had the battery grip for my X-T1 way back when, but that's back when the battery life was crap ;-) I don't think I'd want a battery grip on a X-T5.
I for one, would like a more retro styled hybrid camera. If I was interested in the body style of the X-H series, it would probably be better to go with Sony. But having an all in one camera leads to the downside of bloated size. More and more it seems you need a different camera for each situation. But for travel, it would be nice to have it all in one.
With a higher resolution sensor of the same size one would expect diffraction to start to kick in at lower f-stop numbers. So, I am wondering why I have not heard any reviewer comment on that? Does it happen - or has Fuji succeeded in improving a true computational compensation for diffraction, that is not just old fashioned sharpening?
I have an X100V and Canon R6 with some RF "L" lenses but looking to maybe get an XT5 for a lightweight kit that can do a little more than X100V and lighter than my R6 to carry around. What best general purpose zoom you'd recommend for the XT5, I do like a wide aperture for extra bokeh, I was thinking the 16-55 2.8 but not sure that'd be too heavy for XT5 and defeat the purpose I'm trying to achieve.
Is it possible to open just a single of the Pixel Shift photos? Then I could load it in Photoshop and AI-Upscale a single one with AI-Gigapixel and simply mask out the parts from the 160mp photo which moved with the AI-Version.
Hi, I am a long time Sony user, Well I have the Sony A77 and A77ii, Very frustrated that the A-mount no longer being made. I was thinking of the a7iv as my next model. But looking at the X-T5, I am not sure anymore. First, I dont do videos, I love the retro dials on the X-T5. I know that any new cameras would be better than my old sony. How is the low light performance of the Fujifilm. FOr the diference in the price of the Sony and Fuji, Am I right thinking that the Fuji is a heck of a good deal?
Fujifilm did a very good decision moving the manufacturing of many of its cameras to China. This camera is a very good example of that Japan-China collaboration. It would have been impossible for Fujifilm to manufacture this camera in Japan, not only would have cost a lot of more to produce, but also the Japanese can't longer compete with Chinese quality workmanship.
In my experience, the Chinese will manufacture to whatever standard you ask them to, based on budget and expectation. So it's impossible to say whether something will be good or bad based on it being manufactured there, but there's certainly some good stuff. I have no issues with the build on these cameras.
To me the xt5 is a step backwards and without the flip screen video people wont buy itt. To me it makes no sense to limit what someone can do with a camera with an outdated screen design.
@@cameralabs hybrid shooters prefer flipout or a modern screen that can do it all like panasonics1h, gh6 or sony a75 have. This camera IS a hybrid camera. People who buy a cam in this range often film themselfs so this screen is a fail for many people. You can do less with an xt5 compared to a xt4 and this to me is a really bad business move. I liked the xt4 but i wont buy a xt5 because of this so fuji lost a customer.
@@castielvargastv7931 this isn't a hybrid camera though. Fujifilm themselves describe the XT5 as being aimed at photographers first. The X-H series is their current high-end hybrid camera, and it does have a flip screen. They've repositioned the XT series now for better or worse. Personally I find the flip screens more useful overall, but that's because I'm a one-man shooter who stands in front of the camera a lot to present. But i also hear from lots of videographers who only work behind he camera who prefer tilting screens. Each to their own, but you're right, the XT5 is not meant for you. They are targeting the XH at you.
@@cameralabs well i am a hybrid shooter and the xt4 was perfect to me, the xt5 is not. A camera update is made to keep existing customers and add new ones not to lose customers . A modern screen that can do it all would have been good for everyone. I will buy an canon r7 instead , it has better af , a flip screen, a battery grip,option , its cheaper than fuji h series and i will lose the retro look i love anyway because the xt5 cant do what i need.. if the xt5 is aimed to photographers, why they remove the battery grip? A grip is needed by many photographers so xt5 is not for all photographers and is not best for hybrid video shooters either.. I film and shoot portraits xt4 was great for this. I am very disappointed by this downgrade even though i like the 40mp sensor.
Excellent review 👌 what’s the difference between the ibis settings on continuous or shooting only? Is there a particular mode for usage at different shutter speeds?
Thank you for the video. Please advise which lenses really cope with the 40 million X-T5 matrix? There is a lot of information out there that most of the existing Fuji optics are not very good for this camera. Thank you!
Regarding the focus tests and multi-shots while paning, was the camera on economy, normal or boost? Given the difference in battery consumption I would expect a noticeable difference in response and possibly in the sensor readout when using the electronic shutter. Added later to my comment: It seems only shutter speed increase would stand a chance at reducing some of the rolling shutter. That + image cropping (would that explain the cropping used on this camera?). You got me into learning mode. I got to read on rolling shutter. Thanks for that.
As someone new to Fuji and the overall online debate regarding Fuji autofocus; I don’t understand why the AF gets trashed so much online, yet there are so many reviews from many (what appear to be professional) Fuji photographers with absolutely no issue
Because a lot of online comment is made by people who are very invested - for whatever reason - in one system or brand. This is why there's still a lot of value to independent journalism, which is what I've been trying to do for the last 30 years in the business. Just choose who you listen to carefully!
Hello, I have a question! After 5 to 10 minutes while adjusting the menu settings, I feel a slight fever starting from the left side of my camera body. Is this a normal reaction?
I moved from full frame to an XT-4 partially for the compact size and low weight and a battery grip makes no sense to me at all, so not missed here. Also the XT-5 screen is welcome as the 4 doesn't play well with L brackets
MPB have gone really rubbish recently. They use DPD who didn’t turn up for three days on the run stating there’s a postcode issue and MPB’s buy in prices are pretty awful now too and often their sale price is way too close to new.
I will just start taking pictures. but I can't decide whether it is mirrorless or dlsr. can you help me. (I want to do photojournalism with this camera.)
Having rewatched your review of the XH2s, it dispelled any of my worries brought about by others saying it was so inconsistent as to be unusable. I did find it odd that in others reviews there was a preponderance of testing eye detect on back lit people moving towards the camera out of some woods? I suppose if you look hard enough for something, you’ll usually find it.
15:08 You know what this reminds me of?! :D You've got your Rutger Hauer replicant down very well :) >>> ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-kGy6ZRAFW_Y.html
1st off, thanks for such a detailed review of the XT5 especially from a photography aspect. About 2 months ago my entire camera kit which had an XT3, XF33 1.4, XF16 1.4 and 90 F2 got robbed. Usually I don’t carry all my gear with me but that unfortunate day I did. I purchased the XH2s and used it for a few weeks. Loved the tech but felt no inspiration to use it like I did with the XT3. The camera gods answered when Fuji announced the release of the XT5. Looking forward to getting my copy
Interesting to read your comment about "no inspiration" with the X-H2. I am currently trying to decide between the X-T5 and full-frame Sony A7 IV. I am still pulled by those that argue that full frame is "better," but I've also read that shooting with the Sony is like taking pictures with a computer. Time marches on, and there are obviously some design approaches that should go the way of the dodo. But maybe some designs (like the physical dial arrangement on the X-T cameras) make so much sense that they should live on.
@@200Fathoms having previously used Canon and still occasionally do. I have found that the design of the XT3/5 works better for me. At the end of the day I take good photos even with my phone but enjoy the process more on that traditional design. Didn’t previously think it makes that much of a difference but here we are. Try them out if possible before you commit. All cameras on the market today are great so mostly intangibles separate them
@@benard702 Yeah, I'm renting the Sony with the Sigma 24-70 f/2.8 for a few days to check it out. I already shoot with an X-T4 at work, so quite familiar with the X series. Sounds crazy, but the old-style back screen might be the deciding factor in favor of the X-T5! (Though I do love that big chunky back-button focus button on the Sony.)
Sadly not, as those were filmed when I lived in New Zealand by a lake and now I live in England by the Sea. For over 10 years too, so those lake views are in old reviews now!
Hi Gordon. Nice review. I am missing feedback on how the xtrans files perform in LR. It's one of the reasons I switched away from the Fujifilm. Not willing to add C1 in my routine when Adobe offers the most complete and powerful package.
Good question, but as someone who shoots mostly JPEG, I have minimal experience using Xtrans RAW files in LR, sorry. I know it used to be an issue, but thought they'd resolved most or all of that now. But again the OOC JPEGs are fine for me.
For me the real issue is the lag of Battery Grip connection and headphone jack. That's it, all the main features are AWESOME and is a good camera in all aspects.
