Did Fuji Impress or Disappoint? XM5, 500mm f5.6, 16-55mm f2.8 II

Fuji summit 2024 was... interesting. Some decent gear. XM5 somehow targeted towards vloggers but with no IBIS. Tiny body with XT4 specs. Worse than the XS20 in my opinion. XF 500mm f5.6 now there's a wildlife lens. Much cheaper and lighter than Nikon full frame offerings. Definitely the lens to get for Fuji telephoto. 16-55mm f2.8 II is a photographers lens, boring, flat rendering, but lighter than what you're used to I suppose. I'm a prime guy so it's of no use to me.
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[@cameraconspiracies]

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[@sauzefilms]

I wish Fuji could stop pushing to make the film sim dial work and just give us proper tech like IBIS that ACTUALLY HELPS photo/videographers. Kinda stupid when Fuji don’t even have a lot of OIS-enabled lenses lmao.

[@banana_necessary]

Fuji sell a lot of cameras to non camera nerds, people that just want a stylised photo that looks nice straight out of the camera. Its been working really well for them with the X100 line and they sell a crazy amount of Instax cameras. If people want professional tools Fuji have their higher end cameras, that are competing with what everyone else is doing.

[@voorachter2733]

Film sim dial on xt50 is criminal but I think on xm5 it's fine, people who never shot a camera before and only come to Fuji because of Tiktok will love it.

[@jcar4522]

@@banana_necessary xh2s and gfx are competing with z6iii, r5ii, or next a7v or fx3 ii? Yeah, for sure!

[@unbroken1010]

Buy a gimbal, they do have ois lenses

[@CianMcsweeney]

meh, for the x-m5 it's fine. Plenty of other options for affordable ibis video cams from fuji. All the way from used x-h1's, x-t4's and x-s10's to the x-s20

[@edvard2942]

I am amazed by the "First look" videos on the X-M5. Those videos are basicaly ads. Almost none of them talked about the bad video AF while the camera was hunting in their "vlog" tests. Contrary to that , some even said the autofocus is good lol

[@SummersSnaps]

I saw that too lol

[@RandumbTech]

I noticed the same thing 🤣🤣 When Chris was sitting on the bench, the AF was focused on the trees behind him. Same thing happened to Jordan while he was attempting to vlog. It was hunting like crazy! I was like "am I the only one seeing this??" Please tell me Fuji is allowing you to test their "new and improved" firmware BEFORE they release it. If not, I fear it is going to be another big disappointment for the Fuji fans out there.

[@edvard2942]

@@RandumbTech Yea , shows the exact stuff fuji af is doing since april firmwares. And they recommend the camera for vloggers lol , vlogging with no ibis and bad af.

[@Raist3db]

It is the same with every "first day review" release. I definitively want Fuji to send you a camera with the new firmware for you to test, as you have been one of the original and most thorough highlighting the AF issues in video early on.

[@jcar4522]

@@RandumbTech I thought i was the only one to notice it... in the bench scene the focus is on the trees... Its funny to see how quiet they are in that video, just to not make the camera start hunting. The autofocus true starts when they start to walk hahaha

[@avslife6031]

Brand new XM5 for $799 or used great condition XS20 for $900. Its a no brainer.

[@Raist3db]

Yup, X-M5 is a win if you are looking for compact, even over the XS20 :-)

[@JJARCHIE]

A used great condition xm5 is 599$ eventually Oh wait it seems as if comparing used and new is a hard point to rely on , huh

[@Samiam-mu5ln]

Please tell me where you are finding XS 20 for $900 🤡 otherwise that is fairy tale talk

[@RevJock]

I know Fuji has it's issues, but seeing you with the wonderful 35mm 1.4 made my day😊 Good lad!

[@dentReviews]

he's finally come around. best fuji lens ever...

[@Someone_Else1]

It is, i do not shoot fuji anymore but i liked the rendering of that lens

[@youfollow_]

"Fujifilm Called" Camera Con: What the flying hell

[@Yosh1107]

XS20 owner here. Absolutely gem of a camera. I do think it’s better for photography over videography, mainly due to the poor IBIS (biased, also have the G9ii). But if you’re completely still with it, you can get some gold. Looking forward to seeing what you can do with it!

[@piotr803]

Ah, IBIS - the Egyptian god of stability

[@Bayonet1809]

But its a bird, not a god.

[@Overworkt]

And a hotel chain

[@TimDillardPhotography]

No ibis and you’ll get your XM5 by Christmas 2025.

[@unbroken1010]

The lenses do

[@kuroexmachina]

@@unbroken1010 lenses have ois, not ibis. tomAto tomato. point is most primes from fuji dont have IS at all

[@unbroken1010]

@@kuroexmachina so buy a tiny gimbal, I don't mind a little shake with my run and gun or documentary. I might need it for the Lil Uzi/Snoop Dog after parties. It gets slippery in there

[@kuroexmachina]

@@unbroken1010 yea for a small video focused camera like that, a gimbal makes sense. fuji ibis was never good for video anyways

[@M.U.R.P.H]

Hahahahah

[@banana_necessary]

For me its: Travel somewhere with one bag > Have fun > Take photos/Journal on my iPad mini > Merge the two into a travel journal. The XM5 seems like a solid option as I'm not a fan of the computational photography look my phone gives me and taking big cameras is a pain. Its at a price point where I would not baby it, which is a big thing for me.

[@mdenjoyer831]

that's the worst option, better get the XS20 or A6700 or A7cii

[@mdenjoyer831]

and best way t have all your pics out of focus

[@banana_necessary]

A camera is a tool at the end of the day, if you are worried about it breaking or being stolen, you shouldn't buy that tool. All those options are bigger and more expensive. Looking at all the images I've ever taken while traveling, nothing was fast-moving enough to worry about needing Sony's AF and I've been fine without IBIS.

[@kingghidorah8106]

If your photo standard don't require fast autofocus, ibis or good signal to noise ratio, but you still paid 900 bucks, you got scammed by yourself. the way you scammed yourself is laughable. The XM5 got released yesterday, there aren't even any units for sale in major platforms. You can meet your expectations with a Canon aps-c camera while using L glass which is quite good and slightly overpriced but much better than Fuji lenses. They just released an X mount 500mm f5.6 for €4000. That's too much for a lens that isn't even f4 or 600mm. PS I'm a Sony Alpha user and been an amateur photographer for 15 years. I've seen more camera systems than many of the gear reviewers that don't know how a solenoid actuator DSLR even performs because they started in the business barely 4 years ago.

[@banana_necessary]

I've been using a Fuji FX10 for years as a travel camera. Its AF is terrible but snap focus made it workable in low light, before that I was using a Sony A6000 with a Sigma 30mm 1.4. $900 with a lens is cheaper than a phone nowadays. I get that people are passionate about gear, but at worse the images and performance will reflect the Fujifilm X-S10.

[@HandsomeBaldManMovieReviews]

Glad you're coming back to Fuji. I found you back when you were using a XT-4. You actually helped me choose Fuji lol. I love my 35 1.4. I film some of my videos with it and I'm happy with the look every time. Hope it works out for you man.

[@sabamacx]

That XF 35mm f/1.4 + Glimmerglass 1/4, and the XF 27mm f/2.8 + Glimmerglass 1/8 are permanently glued to my XH2. LOVE IT.

[@altern8tive]

permanently glued? where can I buy one of these twin sensor, twin lens mount X-H2's? lol

[@sabamacx]

@@altern8tive that's the joke.

[@Keckegenkai]

the 35mm and the zeiss 32mm are definitely the best glass for the fuji apsc ecosystem. Wish fuji would update the 35mm; give it weather resist and a faster, quieter motor but dont touch the glass

[@Sleepyboiwonder]

I used to run that setup on my xh2, but it was too tight for everyday shooting

[@jaegerschtulmann]

@@altern8tivethey are stacked on top of each other and glued 😂

[@wesleystreetshots]

It's just GAS. I know because I've been doing the same thing. From Fuji X-H2/X-T5 to the Nikon Zf and Lumix S5ii to the Leica Q3 and now I'm looking at Fuji again. We'll never be happy! Haha

[@jonfletcher147]

This is true! :D I'm Nikon to Fuji (since the beginning) back to Nikon and the ZF which is amazing ! but missing Fuji and the older 27, 35, 56, 90 etc...

[@wesleystreetshots]

@@jonfletcher147 Same! Fujis lens line up is definitely more up my ally. I wish the Zf had lenses that fit the aesthetic. Nikon makes great glass but its quite large minus the SE lenses.

[@jonfletcher147]

@@wesleystreetshots Very true. The size and weight, I love the XT30's, with those primes it's such a tiny light set up, and stellar IQ

[@RandumbTech]

I can't keep up with all your changes lately! 🤣🤣

[@shira_yone]

@@wesleystreetshots if you're fine with manual lenses, Artralab has been making new copies of classic Nikkor lenses for various mounts including Nikon Z.

[@DavidLyon]

You could buy a Fuji adaptor for your Nikon and be able to use that lens in just a few days. Seems like a long wait to buy the body.

[@thepickyreviewer]

Finally u r back into Fuji. Your old Fuji videos were the reason I got into the system. Left Sony and never looked back.

[@PaulSwansonIdAu]

The Fuji arch begins again! Knew this wasn't a wasted sub.

[@77dris]

Unlike the Titan from Oceangate.

[@sargisshirinyan207]

Very happy to see you come back into Fuj. I got into the photo and video world (and chose fuji) only thanks to your past videos. The 70-300 vs 100-400 comparison times.

[@lelandfitz1762]

lol that is Nico Kovak on the Thumbnail. A Croatian Footballer and Coach who played and coached in Germany

[@5tahlin]

I thought it is s video of my favourite football channels at first

[@cameraconspiracies]

I googled impressed face lol.

[@PixPete]

That 500mm prime + the autofocus update has just stopped me from completely abandoning Fuji. Early reviews of that lens look incredible, it's the same glass as the one for the GFX system - it will work with both Teleconverters (which I know some people hate) but the 1.4x works perfectly. So you'd get 1067mm reach!

[@danwebbphoto]

But the a/f will suck it will no way it will not. Fuji is like the girl from high school that keeps showing up that you know you should stay away from.

[@PixPete]

@@danwebbphoto Hahaha yeah Fuji is exactly like that! I love the system really, but this autofocus update better fix it - early reports say it does. We'll see.

[@PeteCocoPhoto]

35mm f/1.4 is one of my favorite lenses. You’re gonna love it

[@checksix_TC]

6:59" "and nothing will be in focus" 😂 Fujifilm AF

[@simon359]

I like the Fuji 33 1.4. Turned out to be my favorite prime lens this year!

[@cameraconspiracies]

Upgrade to the superior 35mm one day :)

[@simon359]

@@cameraconspiracies No thanks, I have plenty of fantastic photos with this lens. My other favorite is the 56 1.2, the newer version is slightly faster in auto focus and I haven’t missed a shot since I upgraded!

[@Chrizzowski]

I'm with ya, 33 is where it's at. Sharpness isn't everything but the 35 is pretty mush wide open. The 33 had it's own character to it, and the wr lm upgrade is far more important to me.

[@adrianguggisberg3656]

@@cameraconspiraciesYeah, I agree, 35/1.4 is it. Worth having a Fuji camera just for this lens

[@classic.cameras]

Now does that Fuji 35mm t1.4 have any pop?

[@clementc7297]

King of Pop. It's practically Michael Jackson

[@Better.Beyond]

Only here to scroll through the comments to see how many people recognize Niko Kovac on the thumbnail ⚽️ 🇭🇷 Btw. just bought a second hand XS20 few days ago after I used the XS10 and the XT4 for a while now. I think if you combine specs, price, weight & form factor the XS20 is a good deal. Excited to see CC going back to good old Fuj, where his heart truly belongs 🫶🏻

[@KieranCoughlanWicklow]

Agree on zooms the fast aperture zoom is actually pretty niche, it's really suitable for event photographers especially where movement might be restricted. For most people looking for an all purpose lens you're mostly better of with a kit lens to save wight and money. If you want good low light and portraits you're better off with a prime. Though all this is pointless as Kasey banned me long ago 😅

[@ofthenearfuture]

And Fuji want to make a vertical digital half frame camera lol, that will have even less reason to exist than the X-M5. Especially as it's market will overlap with the X-M5... Which I do think has it's niche, for new photographers or content creators who want something 'better' than their iPhone and to get the Fuji look. I'm not mad at that because the price reflects it's place in the lineup as an entry level camera, and the X-T50 was really disappointing in that regard.

[@mankepoot9440]

If it is possible to add a viewfinder on the top via the flash socket, that would be a plus.

[@ChrisBrogan]

That's my favorite lens! (The 35mm/f1.4) I use the X-T5, but I think it'll kick butt on any old thing. I'll confess I was thinking about the X-M5 as maybe a "nearly pocket" second body. But you slapped it out of my hand like when your dog wants to eat a Hershey bar.

[@dentReviews]

i love my 35 1.4 and xt30 (mk1). that takes gorgeous portraits, excellent landscapes stopepd down, low light, you name it. light, small, comfortable. boom

[@Sarsour_]

Best takes on the industry products ever!

[@alexgoodnature476]

I just ordered the 35mm 1.4 and it shows up 2moro! I can’t wait to slap it on my xs-10. I need some 3D pop in my life. Love the channel, Casey! You are the best!!!

[@shinsenbii]

I've also recently got the 35 1.4, and preferred it over the 33. The "magic" is real. 🤯

[@swoody42]

Disappoint. No viewfinder no sale as far as I'm concerned..

[@victor.ivanov]

no crops! hunger… bad… kitten’s crying

[@Ed-davies]

Welcome back to the Fujifilm AF unpredictable system 😂 just need the body and 16mm 1.4 now!

[@jcar4522]

You like sado, right? xD

[@BlackapinoTheTechGuy]

*I love You Approach too Videography and Photo even though I don't care about Wild life Photography I love that you talk a lot more about Fuji and Nikon and Panasonic too an extent w/o including Sony or Cannon, as I only own the FX30 but your simplistic approach to the information is Amazing*

[@charliejg]

The biggest takeaway for me from this latest Fuji presentation was that they need to learn how to do presentations that aren't stuffy, corporate looking. "...you're compromised and you should be set on fire..." LOL!! My hope is that these new things cause a selling frenzy by the bleeding edgers and I will be able to find a deal on a lens for my X-T3. Some day I'll be able to afford that XF50-140! I agree with your assessment of the X-S20. I do wish it had a WR because I do a lot of hiking and a second card slot would have been nice too, but I think it's a good camera. I like the Toneh footballs(USA footballs). I mentioned the lack of IBIS and use of the smaller battery on this X-M5 and was told that they couldn't do that or it would be competing with the X-S20 and X-T5. Oh well.... Have a rockin' day!!

[@lenimbery7038]

I just watched another review with beautiful cinematic colour graded footage from this camera. I almost wet my pants and was going to look where I could buy one but thought I’d better check with you first. Thanks for saving me a big pile of money!

[@MikeMena]

We need a video in search of swirl bokeh. That is clearly the second most important feature after pop.

[@TrueCA7777]

To estimate if the thonies need to be adjusted you would have to measure the size of the entry pupil. If the glass is bigger then necessary the f5.6 would still be correct if the lens is designed with a bigger image circle.

[@tmateusphoto]

Don't forget to try the zeiss touit 32mm f1.8 on your future xs20. Planar design with beautiful 3dPOP.

[@cy9nvs]

Used to have an X-H2 and the 100-400, that thing couldn't even reliably focus on a perched bird. While I think the 500 f/5.6 is definitely interesting, unless they have a camera to actually use it with, Fuji will never be a viable option for sports or wildlife.

[@motazinenglish8190]

Hi Kasey, I wonder if you could advise.. I'm looking for a small lightweight body for street photography, M43 or APSC. Problem is most are bad to handle or have no grip.. so looked at Olympus Pen F? EM5? What do you think? What else should I consider?

[@0xXNickXx0]

Such a shame they didn’t atleast add IOS to the new 16-55. By the way, that 35 1.4 is magic. Still on my list as well. Good to hear you’re back with fuji (soon).

[@jessejayphotography]

I hope Fuji does some PF lens designs in the future.

[@Dumontjon]

I had all the red badge zooms and sold them. Now I have a small and simple setup of an xt4, 16 1.4 and 35 1.4. I might buy back the 50-140 eventually. I saw one listed for $900 CAD the other day.

[@gs1042]

LOL, is that Niko Kovač on the thumbnail?

[@motazinenglish8190]

Also, i think the main appeal of the "slow-mo" genre is that you do it on a skateboard ao it gives it a magical feel. I dont know how you do it, id bump into sowmthing within 5 seconds.

[@malikharden5124]

800 bucks 4k 60, 6k open gate, they even have the holes for the fan! This things a great value to me. Could've definitely went without the film dial, and I would've preferred to have a built in flash. Tough to beat the value and size of this thing Good job fuji

[@sneye1]

Hi, had to change the name of my channel. "Dirty photography club" had 99.7% male viewership :) Anyway, thanks for mentioning it. The new Fuji glass is uninspiring to say the least, and that is from a company that knows optics.

[@cameraconspiracies]

I think all camera channels are mostly male. Mine are 96.8% male :)

[@thepickyreviewer]

Love your point of view on the products designs even if I disagree. That comment regarding the rubber on the telephone lens handle 👌. On the other hand your comment on the XS20 dials positions is only valid for telephoto lenses.

[@sorwerk]

With the 27mm 2.8 lens (it's noisy but ok) and the X-M5 you will have a GR3x with interesting colours and fully articulating screen

[@natekong3596]

Typical FF sensor size is 43mm diagonally. Fuji apsc sensor is 28.3mm. So the real crop factor is 1.5194. 500 mm is 759 mm FF equivalent F5.6 is F8.5 DoF equivalent

[@mdenjoyer831]

the GH7 has no crops in any mode and has better dynamic range than any APS-C camera on the market, why not get that?

[@POVwithRC]

1.77 pounds before lens, versus 13 ounces. Your argument is basically why buy corolla when Lincoln Navigator exists.

[@cameraconspiracies]

It's heavier than both my full frame cameras, with no autofocus in slow mo.

[@mdenjoyer831]

@@cameraconspiracies yeah , they should make one with same everything but the S9 body

[@mdenjoyer831]

@@cameraconspiracies okay you complain about autofocus but fuji has even worse AF

[@cameraconspiracies]

@@mdenjoyer831 Panasonic is MF only in slow mo.

[@renatobfa]

13:49 the 35mm f1.4 makes sense to be vintage low element, cause you want an artist image on those kinds of photos. For a standard zoom lens which start at the wide end, that look would just make it look bad. I'm not in the market for a zoom either, but for a wide prime, I wouldn't want that

[@77dris]

Here's my review of Kasey's review of reviewers reviewing this camera: good.

[@tobiasdavid3096]

„One lens system“ got you a like. 👍🏼

[@LejendaryLoozer]

Yes, I can imagine the woodpeckers.

[@gustavevilleneuvedehoff-un5459]

Funny, but xm5 is the ideal camera I’ve been waiting for to compliment as an EDC for my BMPCCs. Tiny, great old sensor, got 10 bit flog - shut up and get my money. If only it had a flip up screen - I’d already lose my sleep waiting for delivery.

[@UP209D]

That XF 35mm 1.4 is moaning like crazy while focusing, I hope you can do a video with those noise

[@nativestrong7253]

Dont expect modern AF from a ten year old lens. It will have some of the best character of any lens in that focal range. I own the 33 1.4 WR and still resort to the 35mm for anything not portrait. I sold the 56mm 1.2 WR because it had zero improvements over the regular 56mm 1.4 R and seemed to confuse removing character with 'sharpness.' Same goes for the old 16mm 1.4 vs the 18mm. No real noticeable difference aside from slightly faster focusing. I come from analog photography and manual focusing will always be my thing. I take the time to setup my shots and properly compose and expose them with purpose. Some of us prefer a detailed Rembrandt over an 'artistic' Picasso.

[@DCReels]

we are so back

[@YouSnoozeYouNooze]

I always take an extra battery to feel safe so I prefer the xs10 because theyre smaller batteries. xs20 is worse for manual focus b/c peaking stays on during half shutter

[@Racsophoto]

I miss the AF of the 35mmf2 Fujicron but I feel now like the French Resistance against the Leica conspiracy with my xpro3 and the real usage of the optical viewfinder paired with a Mitakon Speedmaster 35mmf0.95 II + Acros film simulation… it’s a tactile and analog filing of a Leica M10 monochrome with the IQ of a Summilux 50mmf1.4 costing like 10 times less 😂. Let’s say that after testing the focus peaking innovation of the Q3, coming back to the xpro3 OVF + corner focus peaking is such a joy.

[@ParityError0110]

I kind of believe you how smaller sensors affect actual focal length and tonneh, but when a sensor crops for video affecting tonneh, no way man. No way!

[@sepeterson86]

Regarding the mic jack, just bend the cable upwards. Simple logical way to position it

[@cameraconspiracies]

Tell that to gravity.

[@3lfaromeo]

looks like the aperture ring has a release button on it, so you can't bump it accidently.

[@rpmusick]

They are selling open gate 6k and 422 10bit 4k for cheap... it's crazy If it ever arrives in stores.

[@michaelwhiles5282]

The 5 will be a MASSIVE success - I’ll wait for the 6 which will include IBIS 😎👍

[@ofthenearfuture]

I also want to eventually upgrade to the X-S20, I think it's the best all around Fuji body for video. But I think you need an X-E1 or X-T1 for the 35 1.4, to get the true Fuji experience lol... or an X-Pro1 if you've got money to burn

[@TheSshadow7]

Looking forward to seeing you with the XS-20. I expect the Fuji love affair to resume once you get it, especially with the 35mm. This outta be good😂😂

[@MrDuddly]

Is the x-s20 not being weather sealed a concern?

[@dccoletrain]

That 500mm is supposed to be the same as the GFX and sharp all around. Still expensive to me. Got the 150-600 now. It’s a slow but not bad.

[@WilliamTaylor-h4r]

S5II ~vs~ X-S20 ~vs~ D850, I'd hide out in the squarely unfair gods magic sorcerer fort.

[@radiozelaza]

also, 1" vertical sensor camera for dopamine addicts known as TikTokers

[@Raist3db]

The X-M5 by being so compact with its feature set makes for a great street photographer camera. Just pointing out that why I would get an XM5 over the XS20. Not everyone wants the XM5 over the XS20 is just being stupid :-)

[@duncanwallace7760]

The vertical situation is a fktical situation. Honestly if they are filming in vert, they don't deserve IBIS and the mic should be at the back, to remind them they are vert shooters. What I don't understand is people who say, "it's so you can view it on your phone screen".. Let me tell you something else you can do with your phone screen... turn it so it's in landscape mode when you watch stuff.

[@experienceawaits]

11:50 I had the same complaint about my Canon EF 300mm 2.8 L IS ii. For the size, it felt like it had the smallest foot in the world. I felt like I could never get a proper grip on it. It shocked the hell out of me given the price of the lens. I'm suprised Nikon did the same there with the 500mm. Is there a practical reason for them to make smaller feet on these lenses?

[@AlmondFarming]

I don’t buy most of your arguments. It is an entry-level, small and competitive camera and it is not fair to expect the best ergonomy. There is no IBIS but benefiting from its small size you can use an inexpensive gimbal along with Fuji’s small primes such as 16mm F2.8, 23mm, 35mm and 50 mm. I am not a big fan of Fuji cameras but I think they did a great job with this camera at this price point.

[@cameraconspiracies]

Tiny size ruined by clunky gimbal. You think the target audience is using gimbals? I'm just pointing out the obvious flaws over the XS20.

[@AlmondFarming]

@@cameraconspiracies Do you think the target audience is using prime lenses? It offers really good video and stills features for this price range. Moreover, IBIS sometimes messes up the pan and tilt footage when using a gimbal or tripod. You have to pay $500 more to get an XS20.

[@clementc7297]

@@cameraconspiracies you just want it so much

[@POVwithRC]

​​@@cameraconspiraciesI bet the target audience will be using the kitted 15-45 OIS lens tho. So what's your complaint here bro. You are so locked up in your use case you can't see how others may be fine with it as is. Maybe the problem is your perception and not the product 😕

[@cameraconspiracies]

@@AlmondFarming Why wouldn't they be using primes? That's what the X100 VI is, that's the camera everyone is trying to replicate. XM5 isn't terrible, just not something I would get over a used XS20, which is cheaper than this right now.

[@robertLuxama]

Marketingly, the Fujifilm X-M5 is also created, strategically, to make the Fujifilm X-S20 looks more attractive and to help some buyers justify their reasons now to just buy the fujifilm X-s20.

[@JJARCHIE]

Not when the xm5 is half the price and when most people will be using it for viedo and with gimbals anyway

[@amermeleitor]

Oh please try the Boryoza fuji to nikon Z adapter!

[@ledheavy26]

So were there any Fuji upsides mentioned here, I kinda spaced in and out.

[@Thirsty_Fox]

XM5 reminds me of the earlier Sony NEX and a5100 cameras, which were incredibly small and light but also lacked IBIS and had smaller batteries. You could probably just pick up one of those on the cheap and have similar autofocus and photo quality (obviously lacking in video, though).

[@JJARCHIE]

Most of the nex lack pdaf. That and the lineskipped fhd isnt anywhere close to a 6k open gate footage at 10bit

[@Thirsty_Fox]

@@JJARCHIE Right, they're over 10 years old -- like I said, not for video but for photo they're not half bad, smaller and way cheaper. Sony should come up with a successor to the 5T or a5000 size body with modern tech.

[@jcar4522]

Disappoint. A camera nobody asked for. Low price but at what price... no ibis, no viewfinder, same sensor as older cameras and the freaking sim dial... And 16-55 with no ois, only upgrade is weight... meh, older one was not that heavy. And, of course, no firmware upgrade. Fuji is going down the road without brakes.

[@alejandrocifuentesferreira6182]

My 600mm foot failed and camera + lenses ended up smashed on the floor. Nikon didn't take responsibility and I had to pay for the repair. Avoid or change the lens foot as soon as you open the box.

[@Bayonet1809]

How did it fail? Is it the foot itself, or the attachment mechanism? (which can't be changed out).

[@thebentzenable]

Kasey we've known each other for years, we cried and laughed together... I have never asked you a favour, but I need you to make a few episodes testing only the newest flagship phones for Vlogging and filmmaking, thank you 🙏🤗📸

[@eliyadunskyy9185]

Xm5 for me is almost an insta buy. My back has been waiting for lightweight fuji colors. Just want to see what xs20 footage looks like and is there any pop in fuji lenses at all.

[@fromia1]

Why did they come out and clarify having a 1.524x crop. 😂

[@ickebins6948]

80mm macro has OIS but I'd love to see someone use that on that freaking XM5 🤣

[@Michael-fw5ef]

Fuji loves to give their customers a too-small viewfinder or no viewfinder at all. If you want a 1/2 inch viewfinder, you need to spend 3k on their 2 top camera models. I bought the XS-20 for almost 2k and the viewfinder still wasn't big enough to look through comfortably.

[@JJARCHIE]

The xs20 is 1,3k

[@Michael-fw5ef]

@@JJARCHIE 1750+tax in Canada equals 2k

[@McClurePhotography]

I’m looking at getting a 50mm equivalent for my Fuji X-T5 & X-H2S. Would you recommend the Fujifilm 35mm 1.4 or the Zeiss 32mm 1.8 for 3D pop and color rendition.

[@cameraconspiracies]

Both great, I lean Fuji.

[@McClurePhotography]

@@cameraconspiracies Thank you sir. Can’t wait to see more Fujifilm content!

[@abe_slowstagram]

Z6ii probably better in a lot of ways, but the critters come out to dance for a Fooj I’m so disappointed in the AF on my XT-30. Only camera ever bought new, and it was very expensive for me at the time. Also the only mirrorless I have. My Nikon D600 SLR AF works great. My old Canon 5D Classic focuses better than a Fuji. Every time I take the Fuji out I’m frustrated by the number of slightly missed focus shots.

[@fcojmado]

What a coincidence! I'm looking at a 35mm@1.4 too! What would be a good deal to get a good unit? 🤩

[@cameraconspiracies]

Mine was $450 CAD with a black pro mist, that's a very good deal.

[@baconcrusader8382]

Nikon gets my cash from you at this point. Those RED profiled scenes are $$$ ---NOT Canadain $$$'s at this point of exchange of -33.333337%

[@renatobfa]

15:30 i have the XS-10 which presented a bad dial after just 2 years of light use and good care. I saw a video the other day from Dylan Goldby, name "Fujifilm X-T50 Review: Two Frustrating Months of Use", watch that before you buy the XS-20. I would 100% go for the X-H line, if money allowed. Fuji doens't seem to have the same build quality anymore.

[@experienceawaits]

16:15 Honestly, none of those three things tickle my wallet, but I'm thankful for the video anyway. I see a link for the ef 85 1.2. I recently tried it (version 1) and was pleased with the result. If Amazon can deliver to my area then I'll click the clicky link and buy.

[@vadergrd]

maybe a version of minimized ibis would have been more important for someone like me ...

[@bingbong4848]

Reminder: If you didn't need an xs20 before watching this video, you most probably still dont need it after watching this video. Be strong. Say no to youtube induced GAS.

[@hermessonofzeus4462]

Please Fuji, make something small, with interchangeable lenses, ibis and weather sealing, anything else is a bonus… something I can take everywhere, is sealed and can swap out small primes…

[@Chrizzowski]

XE5 we can only hope

[@photomaker4502]

Fujifilm will never satisfy their consumers, so they should just do whatever they like.