Fujifilm X-T30 II vs. X-S10

[@gehtdinichtsan309]

my heart loves the classic look of the (silver) x-t30 models, my little shaky hands would love the ibis of the x-s10.

[@tobyr8555]

I wish they made a silver X-S10!

[@gehtdinichtsan309]

@@tobyr8555 i don't understand, why they didn't release this model in a silver variant. maybe the x-s10's more modern look doesn't fit the retroesque black-silver color-scheme of the other fuji-cameras.

[@tobyr8555]

@@gehtdinichtsan309 maybe you’re right, but I still think the modern design would look great in Silver. Fingers crossed the X-S20 comes in a silver variant!

[@OccultDemonCassette]

But I want IBIS and classic dials!

[@kenta___]

me too :(

[@jacke_hammber5027]

There is the xt-4 but you gonna pay more though

[@myocean3228]

@@jacke_hammber5027 X-T4 too heavy, heavy than some FF.

[@jacke_hammber5027]

@@myocean3228 oh shoot really ?!

[@helpicancreations404]

Xh 1

[@CharlezRichard]

There are a few missed points that are crucial when comparing these two cameras. I have used both extensively for video. IBIS is the only thing better on the X-S10 when it works. NOTICE that I say when it works. Many times your IBIS on the X-S10 will give you a wobbly effect. Now something that NO ONE has mentioned is that the X-S10 supports UHD type 1 cards only while the X-T30ii supports UHD type 2 cards. Furthermore, when using a gimbal, the articulating screen on the X-S10 is unusable. It gets in the way of filming and balancing the camera properly on the gimbal. Hope this helps. Cheers 🍻.

[@DexterPiano]

thanks !

[@SummersSnaps]

Quick question. I am split between either of these as a BACK UP to my XT4. I do not really think a time will come when the XT4 will die on me at a wedding or whatever, but in that instance I will need a second camera and I think a second XT4 is overkill (I'm sure I can wing the rest of the days event with either of these two cameras). I am PURELY interested in Stills (I don't do video at a wedding), and I find IBIS a little surplus to requirement as I am quite often shooting 1/320 or more throughout the days event. I don't really need a complete duplication of feature set of what the XT4 has (if I did I'd just buy a second one). What matters more to me is BUFFER. Correct me if I am wrong but in theory the XT30II at 5fps should kick the X-S10's butt for buffer? I may even wish to shoot RAW+Jpg (as I quite often work from the Jpgs) but I am imagining that will really thrash the buffer so I'll just have to shoot RAW only and use X Raw Studio after the fact and generate the Jpgs from the RAWs. But yeh, I'm actually thinking the cheaper, smaller XT30II cameras is the better STILLS backup for the XT4 (for things like weddings and events where IBIS is actually not as critical as one might think when using small primes). Am I looking at things wrong?

[@CharlezRichard]

@@SummersSnaps If this is your workflow, let me recommend even a better camera than the X-T30ii or the X-S10. The X-T3. The prices now are ridiculously low., under $1000. That really is more compatible with the X-T4. But yes 100% definitely the X-T30ii is way better than the X-S10.

[@SummersSnaps]

@@CharlezRichard That camera was on my radar as well, but there was one thing that put me off (and you'll laugh), but its the outdated X trans sensor and lack of matching XT4 sims. I actually have done a few weddings and events now where I have shot RAW to one card and Jpg to another and lightly retouched the Jpgs and handed over to the client. The rendered Fuji look can be that good. I want to ensure that I am not unable to match whatever profile I use with the XT4 with the second backup body, so it really was a tie between the XS10 and XT30II in this regard. I thought the XS10 would be the closer match to the XT4 (and in many ways it is), but thinking about things a bit more (and purely from Stills perspective) I think the XT30II will be the actual better choice. Thanks for confirming this.

[@raphaelsandersrs1]

So you mean the X-T4 have the same picture sims? And you mention the "outdated sensor" of X-T3 - this is the first time i read this, isnt't it the same as X-T4?

[@Hisoka22361]

Fuji, just give us x-t40, basically x-t30 II with ibis. You know what we want. Retro body with a lot of dials, ibis, great focus, less video capabilities and not as expensive as x-t4.

[@GrantMcWilliams]

They did, it's called the X-S10.

[@Hisoka22361]

@@GrantMcWilliams doesn't have that sweet retro body and lots of dials.

[@GrantMcWilliams]

@@Hisoka22361 Sure but how many do I need - 3. Unless I have a quick button then I can do with 2. It's when I get down to 1 dial that things get clumsy.

[@Kaboom1212Gaming]

I just bought the XS 10 I rebound my dial to change ISO, and the ISO button to film sims, just a direct swap. Immediately more Fuji like

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

Fucking ibis, don’t want it, don’t need it. If you want ibis buy an xt4.

[@maiayusay]

You don’t know how long I’ve been looking/waiting for this comparison video

[@MMPAspergerian]

Chris, you're definitely to blame for the X-T30 II purchase and NOT returning it as I originally anticipated. I shoot Nikon. I knew the Fujifilm wouldn't meet my color science and film sim mode expectations. Upon downloading the raw files, Fujifilm proved otherwise. Truly, I was in disbelief of NOT doing post, only thing I did was pick which film sim. I can't say that about any of my Nikon shots especially one of the bodies I own is the D850.

[@christianmrkhansen9991]

Gents. I have just been through this exact selection process myself. And the ibis in the x-s10 won it for me. Happy to say I got the x-s10 last week and will not be looking back 😊 love the image quality which is one of the most important features for me. In general I am changing the entire lineup from Olympus and the original om-d mark 1 to Fuji but again really works for me 🥳

[@v4z959]

Sup, curious why are you changing your set up? And why did you chose exactly Fuji?

[@christianmrkhansen9991]

@@v4z959 Value for money compared to Sony Image quality over what I came from IBIS body and glass Glass selection and price of those Look and feel. Holding the camera is important to me. Size is important too but the medium size I like. And maybe a silly point but I don’t really like Canon/Nikon. I tend not to go with the most mainstream product

[@v4z959]

@@christianmrkhansen9991 thank you for your full answer! The reason I asked is because I did a little research and there is no perceivable difference in lens prices between Sony FF and Fuji (talking about most budget options, not considering lens quality and other things here)

[@ortizbu]

X-S10. Absolutely love it. I paired it with the XC 35MM and it works really good. thanks for the content guys, I´m always watching even if I´m not looking for new gear

[@jazzspiritual]

My dream Camera : XT 30ii with slightly deeper grip + IBIS. Wouldn't lose my patience for it, it has to be done one day. Fujifilm, there are a whole lot of photographers who prefer "tilt screen" to a "fully articulating screen", retro look with direct controls (menu driven controls are such a botheration), slightly deeper grip (but not as deep as XS 10, making it ugly & bulky), and IBIS. We will have lovely camera in hand.

[@felipecastro8668]

X-T5

[@stopcam.iso_1]

​@@felipecastro8668 out of my budget .xt30 ii can do but any better one out there?

[@NJM1948]

It's a no brainer for me. I sold my X-T30 to buy the X-S10 and I haven't looked back. Yes, I do love the retro look of the T30 (I have the X-T3 and the X100V) but the X-S10 has the ISO button which you can also change say your auto 1, 2 and 3 settings on the fly. The top right wheel is the EV so not really losing anything that I thought at fiirst I would need to dive into the menus for - and not forgetting the IBIS. The X-S 10 is a great choice in my opinion

[@quite1enough]

i'd take X-S10 all the time, ibis, nice grip, articulated screen etc

[@HappyGrl41]

While I'm not a fan of the fully articulating screen since I shoot mostly still photography, I bought the X-S10 for the IBIS and the new film simulations. The only other contender for me was the XT-3 but the price held me back. I can buy another lens for the price difference.

[@heyjeon1840]

Hi! I'm planning on buying my first fujifilm camera and I'm kinda torn between these two ad well but was actually leaning towards this one more but I came across a video that says overheating and fast draining battery is really bad with this camera. Any thoughts?

[@gdrriley420]

I love the X-S10 so much I own 2 for multi camera shoots, its just so much better than the old canon DLSRs I was using before

[@deneguil-1618]

I think i'm gonna go with the X-T30 in combination with a fujifilm XF 16-55mm F2.8 lens for traveling. I love the vintage look of both the camera and film simulations and while traveling i'll be mostly taking photos with the occasional video

[@p_s_2802]

xt30 has more restrictions on functions in different shooting modes, especially when shooting in fully automatic or scene modes. BE AWARE, ULTRA ANNOYING.

[@stefpix]

@@p_s_2802 what kind of restrictions?

[@patrickfitzgerald2861]

Strange how the lower cost X-T200 camera came and went in the blink of an eye. It still appears in the product list on Fuji's US Web site, but it seems to be discontinued here. The body design (especially the16:9 aspect ratio, 3.5" LCD/TFT screen) on that camera was very interesting.

[@torinsall]

Have and love the XT4 ... BUT ... want the XS10 as a smaller second/backup because it has both IBIS and fully articulating screen, plus the nice grip. Have used PASM on other cameras so that's fine(XT4 has all the real dials like my film cameras have). GREAT comparison between the XS10 and XT30ii...really clarifies the differences for those looking at both.

[@wuokawuoka]

I like your point on IBIS facilitating use of small primes. I miss that IBIS in the X-E line.

[@mtayloroutdoors]

I would definitely watch Chris review a new Sage fly rod, while simultaneously reviewing the Fuji.

[@ivanchao8872]

Check out bow river trout fitters. It will definitely suprise you (:

[@niccollsvideo]

I haven't reviewed any rods yet. Certainly like very much my Sage Trout Spey 4113. I have an 10ft 4wt X as well from them.

[@mtayloroutdoors]

@@niccollsvideo I believe the X took the place of the One, which I have in 5 wt. Phenomenal trout rods.

[@koolkutz7]

I bought the x-s10 with the 18-55 f2.8-4 lens and it's a great combo. I prefer the dial layout because I am used to using a DSLR.

[@rockywaters9592]

Fuji only released the Xt30 2 because the xs10 killed off the Xt30 so they needed to find a way to keep it relevant. I'm so happy with my xs10, ibis makes a HUGE difference and having Fuji's current best crop sensor means I won't need another camera for a damn good few years to come.

[@WarpedTrekker]

@Rocky Waters - Unless you get GAS. Then you will need another.

[@rockywaters9592]

@@WarpedTrekker fortunately I don't suffer from it, I actually think most people who do are just trying to compensate for lack of creativity, thinking that a few extra features will somehow give them better pictures, when really it just sucks more of the soul out if their work. All my heros used the same camera for many years, they understood that it was merely a tool, and had nothing to do with ones greatness as an image creator. Sure I'll buy another camera one day, nothing lasts forever! but it won't be at the expense of me thinking I "need" a newer camera to create better work, and camera technology won't make as bigger leap in the next 10 yrs as it has the last 10, so I'm genuinely very happy with the X-S10, like I said it ticked all the boxes with regards to features that were important for my kind of work, it's vintage lenses I'll be Gassing for if anything, lol.

[@felipecastro8668]

One year later, and there is already a new sensor: X-T5 'n X-H2. 😂😁😂😁

[@felipecastro8668]

@@rockywaters9592 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@rockywaters9592]

@@felipecastro8668 1 year later I'm at that point where I now realise new sensors and camera bodies mean absolutely nothing, lenses and technique do.

[@reversemyopia]

Bought the X-S10 just for the IBIS. It's no brainer

[@owRekssjfjxjxuurrpqpqss]

Didn’t know a camera could give irritable bowel syndrome. My condolences

[@reversemyopia]

@@owRekssjfjxjxuurrpqpqss In Body Image Stabilization, For iPhone users it's Sensor shift image stabilization.

[@owRekssjfjxjxuurrpqpqss]

@@reversemyopia get memed on

[@rockywaters9592]

@@owRekssjfjxjxuurrpqpqss that's IBS, he said IBIS, nice try!

[@richardhebert1558]

Hi, that's the one I'm gonna get too. Looks like an amazing camera. I've been IBISless for too long. Cheers!

[@gianlucacaputo821]

Bought the XS10 to fully exploit the 16-55 2,8, and it didn’t disappoint at all…

[@NessMeister]

thinking about this too. Still have the XT1, but have some primes and the 16-55 and 90 as well. Those would be great on an ibis body.

[@problemat1que]

6:10 the consumer camera standard for remote shutter cables is 2.5mm (Canon Rebel, most older Fuji), so if you're into tripod photography, you now need an adapter with the 3.5mm jack.

[@myocean3228]

smartphone's Bluetooth support any affordable $10-20 Bluetooth wireless shutter button. Didn't understand why camera (which already has Bluetooth) can't support it.

[@nabwong]

X-S10 is probably the perfect hobbyist camera. 3 things could improve is: MCS dial, Battery life and 10bit video.

[@mrbaiser4133]

3 more things: The battery life and the autofocus of the A6600 and the range of lenses that is available for e-mount. Fuji only has outdated zooms.

[@tjkrueger2655]

Both excellent, compact options, but the X-T3 is sitting there within reach price-wise, one of the best values in mirrorless.

[@hameed]

Great value indeed but if you want something compact the xt3 is not that

[@tjkrueger2655]

@@hameed it's not exactly large either.

[@Garethcostan]

@@tjkrueger2655 no IBIS though

[@sebastiaanvanwater]

Looking forward to "this episode was shot on the Nikon Z9".

[@lotharjoseph5040]

i was thinking about same thing 😊

[@loudmotion5639]

unless you need slowmo..i dnt see why he will use a 5.5k body so with lens 6k+ if it was that he would have been shooting on fx9 or komodo for sometime now lol :/

[@robertsaca3512]

They don't do it with the A1, why would they switch to the Z9?

[@njrivetelite]

I'd like the XS10 in silver if available. The IBIS is definitely a nice touch.

[@thomparks2575]

I don’t believe I have seen more watchable, informative videos about any products than these produced for DPReview. Thanks.

[@Andre_2099]

It’s kinda annoying that in the XS10 you only have 4 custom formulas (C1-C4) while the other cameras can store 7 presets accessible through the menu

[@idkidkikik]

0:52 looking forward to Fujifilm X-S10 II

[@_shreyash_anand]

As an owner of the original X-T30, I was pretty bummed when the Mark II was released, which means I won't be getting the firmware updates, but it doesn't really bother me. The only thing I wish it had is the X-T3 portrait tilt. Not a fan of the fully articulating screens personally As far as colour goes, I can still get Classic Negative as Capture One has that profile and I always shoot in raw

[@owRekssjfjxjxuurrpqpqss]

Fuji ditched the kaizen philosophy years ago. There’s no reason the lower priced cameras can’t have nostalgic negative. They’ve become more like Sony, releasing incremental updates as new cameras instead of free firmware updates.

[@daxvolfan]

@@owRekssjfjxjxuurrpqpqss Somewhat disagree. When Fuji came out with the X-T4 they did a firmware update of the X-T3 with the new AF tech.

[@vacuoleip8945]

@@daxvolfan Still they won't update CN or NN on old types and that's the niche

[@boozelala]

@@owRekssjfjxjxuurrpqpqss I think the reason they don't get nostalgic negative is that the internal memory is too small to add it.

[@elinavance3476]

@@daxvolfan well the xt-3 was a flagship camera, maybe that`s why

[@coflyfisher]

First off, super cool you guys are anglers AND Fuji shooters. I'm a designer/photographer in Oregon and also shoot and provide brand design for clients while also guiding fly fishers on our local rivers and of course fishing for myself whenever I can. I am in the market for a second body as I been shooting an XH-1 since 2018. I am looking for a smaller camera that I can take when I travel and for fishing and hunting excursions and it also be a second camera for architectural, hospitality and food shoots as I am constantly changing between a wide angle, 80mm macro and a prime 18mm. I also have clients wanting more video so throwing that in the mix brought the X-S20 in play. Just watched the X-S20 review and am considering that now as my top choice. I'm old school on the manual controls but think I can program the function buttons to my liking and not miss a beat when shooting. Thanks tons for the great reviews and keep them coming!

[@stuartwhite8939]

I’m obsessed with my x-s10! The only camera I wasn’t ready to trade in after 4 months lol. It serves ALL of my camera needs!

[@Leceroy]

Hi, I have a question for users of x-s10. Could You confirm or denied with overheating? I know that not so many people record video over 15 minutes, but sometimes for the videostream is required :) How it looks with overheating, when you record in 1440p or 1080p ? :)

[@stuartwhite8939]

@@Leceroy I can’t. I do mostly photos, and I just started using it for my KZbin channel . I haven’t had any issue yet, but my filming area in pretty cold right now

[@adrianavela9913]

I didn't experiment any overheating by recording video in my new xs10. Unique "promblem" that I have is the batery. But if you desible wifi and bluetooth it perfoms better!

[@heyjeon1840]

@@adrianavela9913 hi what's your problem with its battery?

[@adrianavela9913]

The battery is over very quickly if you are doing video in 4K @@heyjeon1840

[@kuk14i]

if the X-T30II had IBIS would have been a really great camera for all types of shooting, I feel like Fuji just wanted to do some cash grab on this model

[@adrianstrozier]

Just picked up the XT-30 II and I love it, but I have to agree, the lack of an "II" marker is hard to tell if it's the first or second version.

[@gopals264]

I have decided to go for Fuji camera. but here also confused, 1) X-T4 = Costly (else this is first choice) 2) X-T3 = Weather sealing + 10 bit + iso, exposure Knobs on camera body + better EVF 3) X-S10 = IBIS 4) X-T30 II = low price of all + iso, exposure Knobs on camera body This is my preference, what is your opinion among, 2nd and 3rd choice (X-T3 vs X-S10) Do, IBIS (X-S10) should be given more weight over Weather sealing + 10 bit (X-T3) ?

[@GrantMcWilliams]

I would love to see sales numbers per month for these two cameras but it's probably not necessary. If the X-S10 does well then there will be a lot more cameras like it. It is the first Fuji that I think I'd consider. I'm sure there are a lot of people outside the Fuji ecosystem that has thought the same.

[@charlesawest6729]

I believe for some photographers, the looks of the camera body is important. I am primarily interested in the functionality of the camera. I think Fuji primes (especially if bought used) are inexpensive jewels. I bought the Fuji X-S10, for it's small body with IBIS, to match my 16mm, 23mm and 35mm primes.

[@cecelia7443]

Between the two I prefer the xs10 because of the ibis. I’m in my60’s and with aging it’s nice to have the extra stability. Although I understand people liking the larger grip I wish Fujifilm would have opted for a detachable grip to make it more portable.

[@jldkain]

I owned the X-T30 and thought about upgrading to the 30ii. The problem I had was the location of the Q button. My big hands kept hitting it. The 30ii was the same. I opted for the SX-10 because of the location of the ISO and Q buttons. Also the IBIS was a great addition.

[@bilbo8338]

after a year, how is your X-S10 holding up ?

[@jldkain]

@@bilbo8338 The X-S10 is holding up nicely. I use it mostly for video now. I miss the ease of adjusting ISO and Shutter speed by the dials on top, like my X-T5. The X-T5 is much more complected for video and the X-S10 seems much easier. I am thinking of going to the X-S20.

[@bilbo8338]

@@jldkain Thats good to know that its built well ! I am going for the X-S20 too. 26 megapixels is more than enough for me :)

[@andylv1987]

I'm gonna choose X-ST1030 II

[@voorachter2733]

I feel like when reviewing cameras like this nobody really cares about the burst rate.

[@stmsaiya]

For beginners, it is best to have a new technology over old staff.ibis the most use on today's cameras. And a great eye tracking. I not fujifilm shoter yet still want own xs10 and get canon r7 or r6ii. My first camera was Canon 7d

[@jenan9016]

First review I found about these two cameras and 20 seconds in I'm already subscribed. Didn't regret after the whole video either. Great review points!

[@dpreview]

Welcome aboard!

[@Gaur8n]

I never understood the appeal of the flip out fully articulating screen, beyond vlogging. For stills I love a tilting screen that stays inline with the lens.

[@johnaufiero7950]

Love the fully articulating flippy. Should have been a way to shield the LCD decades ago this way. New screens coming out protecting sensors another great long overdue enhancement.

[@chidorirasenganz]

Even for vlogging and self portraits, a flip up screen is better

[@stevechan5569]

Thanks dpreview for the presentation as it is always informative. I was all set and ordered the X-S10 and even mail ordered/received the “L- bracket” while I was waiting for the back-ordered X-S10 to arrived six months ago. I came across a brand new old stock X-T2 for a slightly discounted price. I bought it and cancelled the back- ordered X-S10. Two reasons I bought the X-T2: it’s made in Japan and I am an old fashioned guy who likes the retro look and controls. This is my first first Fujifilm mirrorless and I feel comfortable with it and the only regret I may have is missing the ibis?

[@dancygr]

I have the X-T3 but if I didn't shoot video as well I would have went with the X-T2

[@stevechan5569]

@@dancygr I call myself an armature photographer at best and I don’t do video. I am happy with X-T2. I operate with the principle that I want the car made in Japan if I am buying a Japanese car, that is if I can help it.

[@dancygr]

@@stevechan5569 I completely understand. I love my X-T3, I use a Sony for my professional photography because clients like the "full frame look". There is a difference but for video I use the Fuji as my backup and when in studio as my b-cam. I honestly love shooting on Fuji's more because of the tactile feel of shooting so when I do my own street photography and the like I usually take the Fuji. You'll love it I think!

[@dragonhd95]

X-T2

[@mystomax2420]

hey im thinking if getting my first camera and I am stuck between these two. is it worth the extra £200 or so for the X-S10 ? or should I go for the X-T30 mark II? (love your vids btw)

[@alex-chicago-80]

2 years late for me but not offering IBIS on a mirroless camera is like Apple offering 256 gig storage on laptops.

[@Dewd54]

Maybe I’m missing something here, but doesn’t the articulating screen make the x-s10 more video focused, while the dial set up and tilt screen on the x-t30ii make it more photo focused?

[@verynick]

That’s what I thought as well. That’s why I ended up the XT

[@Dewd54]

@@verynick leaning toward the x-t30ii for the same reason. How’s it with the smaller grip?

[@ProbablyAnAmateur]

i mean if i was going from Panasonic to Fuji id get a XS-10/XS-20 because of the dials and the comfy looking grip.

[@nickjessel7759]

I am cursed with having photography and fly fishing as two of my favourite hobbies. Constantly skint.

[@niccollsvideo]

The struggle is real. 😁

[@DamianBrown]

Choices choices. I do love the Txx feel and for factor though.

[@allenschneider1847]

Very helpful video. I wish the xt30ii had a larger grip. I wish the xs10 had the focus mode dial on the front. Both are cool cameras, especially for the price. I would choose either over the a6400. If we could merge the best features of both it would be wonderful! Lol

[@stephenschmid492]

Yes, I would have loved to get the IBIS, better grip, better battery, and fully articulating screen, but I really use the manual controls of the X-T30. It's a shame they didn't produce a camera with both.

[@nortalneis]

@@stephenschmid492 x-t4

[@stephenschmid492]

@@nortalneis I prefer the smalller X-T20/30 & X-S10 to the bigger cameras.

[@oscarshen6855]

Thanks for that, Fujifilm has a very confusing line up that all use the same sensor.

[@DVKajak]

Yes, definitely! I am thinking about buying one because they have this kind of special attraction but I am so confused which to take...

[@bullsharkreef]

Wait till you get to their lens lineup. Most have an aperture dial, but some don't, some are weather resistant but most aren't, some are stabilised but most aren't, and all with no rhyme or reason.

[@cyrfung]

Just think of it as "they all have the same picture quality, just pick the body style you like and wether you want weather resistance and IBIS"

[@cyrfung]

​@@bullsharkreef The lens line up: XC: plastic build, no aperture ring XF: better build quality, have aperture ring, no OIS for primes, newer ones have WR

[@ikeahloe]

@@bullsharkreef No rhyme or reason? All the fujicrons are WR. That's consistent, all the new line of 1.4s are. That's consistent. I think all the current XF lenses have aperture rings since they added it to the pancake, where it was obvious why the first version didn't have it due to size and engineering difficulty. No primes are stabilized, minus the 200 and 80mm macro for obvious specialty use case reasons. And for other ones they were balancing the use case for each focal length with price feature trade-off. only one i find weird is that the 16-55 zoom doesn't have OIS like the other major zooms. I think it'a definitely a case of there might be a couple anomalies vs no rhyme or reason. It's not the wild west though, nobody's grabbing random slips of paper from a hat to add features. Or maybe you're talking about XC lenses, but then it's like who cares those are XC lenses. The whole point of XCs is they have trade-offs for cheaper price,.

[@morimetz]

Can we get an X100 with Ibis finally?! 😯

[@robertdelacruz6167]

I owned the old X-T30 and I so loved the retro look but but hated the auto focus. For me, the ibis and better auto focus on the S10 is a deal breaker.

[@alisha4902]

but x-t30 got updates on the autofocus though...

[@mervynmarshall7115]

Just picked up an X-H1 - great value camera for the going cost.

[@bossme-70screenproblem11]

I'm very angry that the original xt30 can't get the classic negative upgrade firmware.

[@brian576]

Got interested in Fujifilm cause of their kaizen approach...but doesn't seem they've continued with it

[@venom2k2]

Ooof, Brother. This is a slap to the face by Fuji and a big disappointment. I totally agree with you!

[@ChrisGower]

FWIW, I have an X-S10 and it is a fine camera. I've owned, at various times, an X-T2, X-T4, X-E4, X-Pro3 and X100F and X100V - but my wife just gave birth to our first child and, in the interest of needing to shoot video to capture her first moments, I decided IBIS was necessary (and the X-T4 is bigger than I like from a form factor) - hence landing on the X-S10. It's fantastic - as are most, if not all of the most recent generation of X-Trans cameras - my only issue is the 'standard' dials you might find on a Sony/Nikon, etc. I just find some of the joy sucked out of the experience versus the more traditional Fuji dials (SS / ISO / EXP Comp) that really just - well - yeah, they bring me a little extra joy when shooting! Also, yes, Classic Neg is incredible!

[@davyckwong7561]

that’s what I’m thinking too! Still struggling which one should I get IBIS or real “Fuji” camera :/

[@heyjeon1840]

Did you have any overheating issue with the xs10?

[@ChrisGower]

@@heyjeon1840 I never did. I've had Fujis (x100v comes to mind) that got warm but not x-s10. I didn't use it for videos longer than a couple of minutes at a time.

[@heyjeon1840]

@@ChrisGower how about the battery usage? Seen some reviews they can't use for a long period of time. I really really want to buy this camera but yeah still thinking of that issue. Idk if that's mainly xs10 issue or other fuji cam as well

[@ChrisGower]

@@heyjeon1840 I mean, the reviews like this will do more than I can do to reassure you - but I've had Fuji cameras since 2016 - the batteries of the older models that use the old rectangular brick battery like the X-S10 aren't amazing, but depending what you use it for you should be able to get a day's usage out of it. For reassurance if nothing else, I always bought a couple of cheap Wasabi brand batteries and had them with me - rarely needed to use them but put me at ease. I wouldn't let it stress you. Battery life may not be as good as some of the newer or competitors, but it's not going to ruin your experience with the cam.

[@stephenschmid492]

Really appreciate you breaking this down! I'm deciding between these two right now.

[@trezegol2007]

I'm already owning a X-T3 and thinking about buying a 2nd Fuji camera. Also torn between X-S10, X-T30ii and even getting a 2nd X-T3 because I'm so happy with it. But, I believe like IBIS is something I could very much find useful especially if I want to use some prime lenses which don't have OIS. Another thought is, if I'm missing the retro look I still have my X-T3 to cheer me up on that. Bottom line, should I drop the thought of eventually getting the X-T30ii and only focus on the other 2 cameras?

[@rohaanmanzoor3268]

my only issue with xt30II is that it lacks IBIS. IBIS can be a big deal in a lot of cases. I think Fuji should do what they did with xe-4 and xt30. Similar cameras, just different designs. Then Id go for xt30 any day

[@dancygr]

If there is a X-T40 then it will be the one with IBIS. If they had put IBIS in the X-T30 II they would have had to redesign the body, the only internal difference is the chip which is a like for like switch out and not a full body redesign. I think they planned on the X-T40 coming out now but the supply issues likely had something to do with it, whereas they had a bunch of X-T30s lying around and replacing the screen and chip is easy

[@marcp.1752]

The X-T30 II should being priced 699 to max. 699 bucks, because it doesn't feature anything really new, since the original T30 much, and furtherway, it's without IBIS. Anyway, both have the same, small EVF. It would being great, to have the big 3.68 MP EVF from the X-T3/T4 into the X-T30(II) and XS-10.

[@perilthecat]

🤦‍♂️😲 Oooooooooooohhhhhhh, now it makes sense! Sony upgraded the screen on the “A7RIVa” and whatever other cameras not because of a parts shortage, but because they wanted to take advantage of the abnormal imbalance in supply and demand and needed an excuse to raise the price back up to the original MSRP. I realize this has nothing to do with Fuji but it just finally hit me at 1:40 into this video

[@MarkHoffmanVH1]

I love everything about the X-S10 (grip, IBIS, I even like PASM dial), except... the flip out LCD. To get a tilt up/down view, you have to flip out the LCD. (For me the LCD on the X-T100 is perfect.)

[@jason4555]

You may want to check out the Nikon Z5 for not much more than the X-S10. I love the X-S10 but the Z5 is a more rounded package and FF… that is of course if you haven’t already bought into the Fuji system.

[@Aksunkuvat]

@@jason4555 Z5 is 4.5 Fps

[@johnaufiero7950]

Flip out my favorite feature next to IBIS

[@BrendanEvan]

I have an X-S10. My least favorite parts are the missing manual vs autofocus clicker on the bottom left + not having the custom movie modes like on my XT4. The best parts are the sensor, flippy screen, full size mic jack, and the girthy grip. And IBIS. So…everything he said in the video 😆

[@davegarth]

I’ve set the left control dial to set autofocus mode-M, C, S. Makes it almost as quick and easy to set as the switch they omitted.

[@christianmuller4014]

I like that the X-T30 II still stays true to it's beginnings of a lightweight premium photo camera. We don't need another hybrid 4k60, huge grip, fully idioticating body with the size, weight and price of a FF camera. Just considerate technology updates while keeping the same body and size.

[@bullsharkreef]

I want the XT 30 with Ibis, would have gladly paid 100 buck more to get it, so I'm fresh out of luck. The next step to get dials, ibis and a grey frame is the XT-4, kind of a major jump in price.

[@martinohesse]

The only thing that stops me buying the X-T4 is the screen, not very handful for street photography...

[@no2475]

Love my X-S10 and I'd still choose it over the updated X-T30. IBIS and the far better grip are well worth the price bump.

[@-grey]

This is the battle I'm looking into to replace my busted X-T2. I was hoping for a T40 with a swivel screen, and flirting with the idea of self-sabotage and buying into the dead-end Canon M series because my darkest secret is that I don't actually like the Fuji colours.

[@joeywood4226]

Processor the same on both?

[@rogeramdahl4992]

What I think is that they shuld make a high quality analog range finder.

[@wesfoulds47]

Fuji film needs to make it so you can disable the quick start menu button

[@theocrattes7802]

I need an X-T40 with ibis so bad, the layout of the dials on the X-T30 is my favourite on any camera ever, but the ibis on the X-S10 is sooooooo tempting.

[@noenken]

So ... which of these upgrades on the X-T30II are actually hardware? The screen and a bit of RAM? Everything else seems to be software, right? .... Why is this a new camera instead of a firmware update?

[@trym2121]

Because they fcked up spec of the original xt30.

[@lesscubes]

My read on this is that it's related to the semiconductor shortage- Fuji is rationalizing their supply chain. The X-S10 gets allocated the existing stock of the old RAM and LCD panels, the X-T30 II gets the same panels and chips they're using in the X-T4. The film sims *should* be a firmware update but they wont do it sadly... Last time was when the X-T2 got Eterna after the X-H1 launch.

[@andreasgiobel6355]

When u get used to the benefits of IBIS and master the drawbacks as experienced sometimes with ”floating@ video. (drastic z movement). I think IBIS is more useful than extra pixels on LCD.

[@jacobstech1777]

Why not compare the video stabilization

[@ShawnPBruce]

I bought an X-S10 and it's been great.

[@q3aki]

i own xt30 mk1 - and for my needs, I simply dont see any chance to upgrade at all. I would rather go for XT-3 or 4

[@agentieinu]

I really hope that the X-S20 has either more body colour options like silver or some weathersealing

[@ZappaBlues]

Love the ergonomics of the X-S10

[@HogbergPhotography]

I will probably go for the X-S10 even though it doesnt have the shutter speed dial, which I will miss alot, BUT I would get IBIS as compensation, which is AMAZING. Once you've had IBIS you cant go back..

[@peterleary8738]

Current wait time on the x-s10 is 2-4 months per B&H so something to consider if you're in a hurry to purchase a new camera.

[@cinematicroyal]

Wath camera have af video best, x-s10 or x-t30 ii?

[@JonInLondon]

Although presumably it will lower the second-hand price of the original XT30 and so make it harder for owners to upgrade to the XT4/XS-10... (A bit like the GH5-II for GH5 owners when the GH6 arrives...) XS-10 is the one to get IMHO BTW...

[@philbertdeangelo2809]

I've XS10 and quite happy with all the things that come with it.. but after saw few review just kind of turndown point is it doesn't have any weather sealing by the way really love how you do the review

[@nAcolz]

I saw deals on both of these cameras locally, and almost decided to get either of them (currently have the X-T200).. but man, I'll be saving for X-T3 ke X-T4, just because of that better EVF. I wish Fuji made a cheaper model with the EVF from the X-T3 or X-T4

[@rustyroy5385]

Nothing to do with the cameras, but I found the landscapes very beautiful and thought the composition of the shots was great.

[@MaxR.]

It's sad that Fujifilm went away from their kaizen update policy and didn't give the X-T30 a nice update. I would even pay for an upgrade. Instead the start the way of other camera manufacturers doing Mark Versions of they cameras.

[@mantomaster]

We need Chris fly fishing for one of these! It would be a subject for testing a camera

[@vintus_9349]

For me, the X-S10 is not an option because I always have to swivel the display out of the optical axis when I swivel it. I like the X-T30ii very much, but unfortunately no IBIS. As an Olympus user, I actually wanted to switch to Fuji. But I changed my mind. Fuji doesn't have a current camera with 1) a tilting screen instead of a fulli articulating one, 2) splash protection and 3) IBIS. (Olympus doesn't have that either.)

[@tobysource]

But they do... The X-H1 is exactly what you describe.

[@alejandradiaz6808]

why does it feel that xt30 ii has sharper images than x-s10?

[@verynick]

They said IBIS does. It matter if you are just doing stills and not much video. Is that correct?

[@masonfamily6124]

At :51 it says X-S10 II. I assume that is a typo?

[@Omgiamsotriggered]

What do you think about the new XS-20?

[@chippy511]

In built stabilisation is great shame its not on my Fuji 100V camera that would make it an even better camera to use

[@jre617]

Why don't stills users like the articulating screen? Can't you still tilt it out a little?

[@Leceroy]

Chris, In my opinion You should put in every review an info about overheating camera during the recording video. That will be very useful for me to find my camer for the many years to record stars moving at the night (or for example to the timelapse)

[@AdCosmo]

But can I use them to take pictures?

[@RobberZhi]

That hippie at 3:53 lives life in super slo-mo.

[@BakaWoodworker]

Very disgusting scene.

[@DVKajak]

Just this morning I watched your review about the X-S10. For sure a good camera but I wasn't sure if it is the right Fuji for me or if another model would be better suited. Thanks a lot for reading my thoughts and bringing this comparison so damn fast! :-D

[@-_--le3zk]

Imo fuji xs10 is the PERFECT camera right now,it has the perfect balance of everything at a decent price,only if the lenses were cheaper

[@romainplagnol882]

XS 10 is great camera: amazing handling, lightweight, easy to bring in your pocket... but with a MASSIVE FLAW: battery life is mediocre at its best.. I bought it and returned it because of that....

[@gewdvibes]

@@romainplagnol882 it can charge via USB-C pretty quickly. As long as it’s not raining or snowing you can just bring a PD battery pack and charge it with a cable

[@romainplagnol882]

@@gewdvibes I know, but I really like to be able to shoot at least 500 photos on a battery without thinking about recharging it (external battery or not). Because the more you recharge it, the less it will last for long. But once again, returning this camera was really painfull, I liked the sound of the shutter, the feel in the hands, the great EVF and IBIS... Really amazing however.

[@gewdvibes]

@@romainplagnol882 yea that’s true, I just ordered mine so we’ll see if the battery lasts long enough for me lol