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[@TheStreetNomad]

the true annoying thing about fujifilm is how outrageous pricing has gotten both new and used markets... some of the cameras are going for more than their retail prices now...

[@mihranurhudawan9894]

VERY AGREE, like I got X100S for about $650. THAT CAMERA ARE 11 FUC**N YEARS OLD

[@Ganjmed]

True got a FUJI X100VI almost 5 months after the order.

[@frmtheden]

lol this is all brands

[@joeyassyrian]

I bought a X-T2 in December of last year for $520 from mpb, same body on mpb, similar condition is $750 now.. crazy

[@bobby350z]

Besides the hipster x100, everything else is about the same or I am missing something. GFX are selling so cheap.

[@grainybrews]

I’ve been shooting with Fujifilm professionally for the past 3 years now, and I have to agree with the autofocus issue… if they can fix that, I think many more people will seriously consider the system for pro work. You can’t deny they make great cameras though. I think the sensor just adds a certain ‘vibe’ to shots that makes it so easy to edit in post, be it photo and video. Ive been loving your photos mate, keep it up!

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah if the XT6 has the autofocus of the A7IV I’ll be one happy man, and dude if Fuji could make a full frame camera, well I’ll be over the moon

[@namnguyenngoc3966]

Oh Fuji AF is perfectly adequate for pro work, it's the reliability that is lacking however....

[@larrydiaz7156]

@@namnguyenngoc3966sorry to disagree, but it is not. There are a lot of issues related to Fujifilm AF besides the missed focus in shots: there is the god awful lack of linearity when racking focus (it’s always hunting and stepping), the settings are unnecessarily convoluted, it makes linear motor lenses perform below USM lenses do in 10 year old Sony bodies, and on top of that it gives false positives. I’m a Fuji lover and I have been for a while, but I’m so glad people are finally calling Fuji AF by its name: a hot mess that can only be fixed by releasing a new mount. Oh, and by firing the entirety of the software development department. But that’s a discussion for another moment.

[@nandysullivan3005]

​@@gerardneedhamfuji xt10 firmware 5.0 improve autofocus

[@gilcarag274]

Stop dreaming ! I shot Fuji during 8 years with an XT1 and then XT2. Even the newer released cameras seem to still have the same kind of autofocus issues. The autofocus works better on the newer models of course but it almost feels like it’s due to more powerfull and rapid processors or sensor in the case on the XH2S for example than real algorithm improvements. The failure of Fuji in delivering an autofocus on par with Sony or Canon made me switch to Sony. Also as said by others the price. When Fuji released the XH2S at £2,500 nakef body, that opened up my horizons with the a7IV in the same price range despite Sony’s tendency to overprice their own cameras (IMHO). I finally ended up with the A7RV but that’s another story 😂

[@charlesdavidmedia]

I own several Sony cameras (A1, A7SIII, FX6...). The XT5 is the camera I enjoy shooting with the most when it's not paid work. I tried several times to use my Fuji cameras professionally both for photos and videos, but I came to the conclusion that the autofocus issues prevent me to have full confidence in it. The XT5 is a fantastic every day/family/travel/casual portraits camera, but I can't rely on it for paid work most of the time.

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah when you use Sony for work, it’s basically impossible to switch systems ahahaha Especially for video work

[@nandysullivan3005]

Honestly fuji tracking and eye autofocus sucks for 2024 , but single box auto focus quite good for most situations

[@Soul_Visuals_Photography]

Fully agree Charles. I also find Fuji raw files suck compared to my R6ii & R5.

[@nigerian-nightmare]

When will Sony shooters stop talking about auto-focus as if it is the only thing that matters? I use my Fuji XH2s more than my Canon R6II and Panasonic S5iix for weddings with excellent results. Fuji's auto-focus is no doubt not as good as Sony's, but it is good enough for any professional work. To me, image quality counts, and Fuji does not disappoint. The dynamic range alone on Fuji is enough to consider Fuji. I use my xh2s for video only.

[@Studiotek]

@@nigerian-nightmare AF is not as important for video as it is for still photography... When you take a thousand photos and realize when you get home that over half of them are slightly out of focus... it's not usable for paid work

[@ivanpatriciovillanueva4500]

I’m so happy (and lucky) about the fact that as an artist, I don’t need to worry about autofocus and any of those technical stuff. For me, the XT-5 is all about the joy of photography. It delivers images that look and feel way more warm and organic than my previous Nikon system, and that’s all I need

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah it’s definitely a camera for fun and not a camera to rely on for work, that’s for sure

[@ivanpatriciovillanueva4500]

@@gerardneedham that’s very relative to the type work you do. I’m a professional visual artist and the XT-5 works perfect for me, it’s even an overkill, and also, it really inspires me to go out and shoot like no other camera I’ve owned

[@jonasfrey9649]

The sharpness could be a lightroom problem.. Maybe try capture one and compare the sharpness, it does make a difference if you go in 👍

[@nicocastillo2099]

Got an XH2s a few months ago and switched to XT5. The former was a beast of a camera but I felt more creative with the XT5. And for what I need it to be, it delivers. Happy with it.

[@petrolpoodle6617]

Could I ask how come? I really would love one of either one day!

[@rickyboller]

Thanks for your video. I have been using the XT-5 for several months with various lenses. I don't have the slight blur in your photos with my XT-5. My pictures are absolutely sharp. I use the XF 23 1.4, the Tamron 11-20 2.8, Tamron 17-70 2.8 and XF 70-300. I didn't notice this blur on any lens. Maybe you'll have your XT-5 checked once. That doesn't seem normal to me. Many greetings from Germany. Ricky

[@diegobluc]

There is a known bug that causes back focus even when it says its in focus with the X-H2 with subject detection and its not present on spot AF or AF+MF. Maybe some XT-5 bodies have the same problem? I don't know. Btw I own an XT-4 and the only fujinon lens I own its the 23mm F2, never had any problem with that, I'm usually shooting AF+MF with focus peak.

[@AufKohleGeboren]

@@diegobluc use focus priority in AF-S and AF-C and AF+MF Assist should be turned off while using AF-C cause it overrides the focus priority setting. That’s what I read in a forum some day and what really seamed to make a difference

[@kravec.miroslav]

My X-S20 seems to have the same or similar issue. Often unnoticeable for 15x10cm prints, but enlargement/cropping shows the issue.

[@yousefcreative]

Been shooting Fuji for 10 years. The latest being the XT4. Bought an A7iii on a whim and it destroyed me. Sharper images. Insane eye autofocus that doesn't miss, even on fast moving subjects. Incredible battery life (Like 1000 photos and it's still 50% or better, compared to Fuji where it's almost dead at 300 shots). Full frame goodness. I dumped Fujifilm and I'm not going back. Now I have a Sony A7C and I'm extremely happy.

[@Thirsty_Fox]

Being able to count on the camera to get in-focus shots is more important to me than having nicer colours out-of-camera.

[@peterthoshinsky6468]

I shot all night last evening 1,000 shots and I still have 60% battery (XT-5). I can't comment on AF compared to Sony. XT5 does well with eye focus and super well with face recognition, (except for that single firmware last month which has since been fixed). The sensor quality is outstanding with lots of room to crop should it be necessary. Great glass, small form factor, all big pluses. That being said if given the choice today to jump into a brand I would certainly explore all the other biggies S/C/N.

[@yousefcreative]

@@peterthoshinsky6468 That sounds awesome! Enjoy it, man! When you get the chance, rent a 5-year old Sony and compare the files with your XT-5 (A7iii or A7c) and you'll be shocked at the jump in quality and AF performance. Trust me, I drank the Fuji Kool Aid for a decade and decided on a whim just to try Sony and I'm glad I did.

[@peterthoshinsky6468]

@@yousefcreative LOL. I'm afraid to. I'm $16k plus into my Fuji kit. I earn my salary with it and it's awkward to jump ship and a heck of a lot of financial worry. Buying a full working two camera kit that I built up over a decade when I had some extra income...I have done a brand switch before, and it is $$$ painful. I priced out several two camera kits with the 24-80/120'sish 2.8 zoom, a 70-200 f2.8, a 35 prime, an 80 prime, a wide prime, maybe the 50 prime, two extra batteries, ie; a basic low light photojournalist kit with 2 bodies, 2 fast zooms and three primes, , and I'm well into the $15-20k range. Then the hassles of selling. So...I'm afraid to try Sony.

[@yousefcreative]

@@peterthoshinsky6468 ah, I completely understand. Fuji is still amazing. Keep it and love it. 😁

[@CadenMcCullough2424]

Great video talking about both the pros and cons of Fujifilm. I have been considering upgrading my X-T4 to an X-T5 but for many of the reasons you stated, I instead think I will be switching to the A6700. Also an important tip about getting the best out of your Fuji raw files is that sharpening for X-Trans is much much different than other sensors. If you know what you are doing you can get sharpness results equal to and better than something like the A6700. I see that you are using Lightroom, I would recommend either using the "Enhance" function within Lightroom or using Iridient X-Transformer (A $40 plugin for lightroom) to get the best out of the raw files. This can make a huge difference on the sharpness. For some reason X-trans just doesn't work great with the traditional Lightroom sharpening.

[@JasonLawrenceNoel]

Great Tip I started using the Enhance tool in Lightroom over DXO recently and I am very happy. if want a sharper image.... I kinda go for the vintage vibes a lot so usually not a big deal =)

[@pursueadventure]

Dang those shutter issues are interesting to hear with Nikons commonly going past 800K.

[@gerardneedham]

Past 800k with an electronic shutter! I hate to desire to use an electronic shutter. I only use mechanical shutter.

[@pursueadventure]

@@gerardneedham no that’s mechanical. Same, unless it doesn’t have one like the Z8.

[@bobamarmstrong]

​@@gerardneedham hahaa you definitely can with a Nikon + mechanical shutter and I'm talking before Z8-Z9 era

[@JasonLawrenceNoel]

OH man I really have been wanting to do some bigger prints!? Are you using a service? or have something at home?

[@JakeChambersOy]

Could you please say which firmware you were using during the production of this video. The X-T5 was never on Sony level with AF-C + Subject/Tracking. But with v3.01 it got noticeably worse. They semi-fixed it with v4.00 last week. But still, on v2.10 it was much more reliable.

[@simonefaluschi3940]

Nice review and great pictures. For the apparent softness of some images, as some body else already told it could be caused by lightroom, who is not optimised for the xtrans structure of the sensor. Another tip is to set to -4 the noise reduction. For Fujifilm the 0 is actually applying some noise reduction who could give some more softness to the images. The "real 0" is -4.

[@louisecharbou]

Hi! Loved your video. I was wondering, where did you print your photo?

[@redfoxstudios9386]

Hey mate, great insight into the X-T5! I'm currently thinking to upgrade to this camera and want to use it for astrophotography (not professional) because of the higher resolution compared to other APS-C's from Fujifilm. Do you think the noise would be a deal breaker for this?

[@sigurdrille9693]

Thank you, spot on! I personally think the images of my XH2 are quite sharp when I am using the JPGs directly for edit (which I sometimes do, speeds up the workflow). Whenever I use RAW files (like mostly for my wildlife photos) I always use DXO Pure Raw, as already mentioned by others in their comments. I think the weight and size to image quality ratio is very good with Fujis APSC system.

[@mrsvetly]

Hi question about the softness of the XT5: What software did you use to open or edit the raw files?

[@DalsPhotography]

I am still using my old xt4 , and I think it will still be in use for some more time!!! I absolutely love it!

[@rsakamoto808]

Coming from a Sony system for 8 years & switching to an XT5 in Dec of '23, I find the Fuji menu system very refreshing & more intuitive than Sony! The one thing I cannot explain is that my fuji XT5 makes me want to go out & shoot & create an image! My Sony felt more like a "work" camera. I totally agree that Fuji needs to up their game on the focusing system!!! If I need to hit a tack sharp focus on my subject, I switch to a single point & move the box to my subject's eye. Having to do this all the time is very annoying! I've been watching your channel for a while now & love your perspective!

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah epic, I personally still just use continuous auto focus eye tracking for portraits as you don’t need a tack sharp image for portraits and having a little bit of soft focus is actually quite pleasing on skin texture.

[@bobby350z]

I have a slower AF GFX. Yes I miss a few shots but for posed portraits I have no major complaints using GF lenses. I would guess XT5 AF is much better than what I have. Fuji is never good in afc. Sony is the opposite. Need to know the quirks of each. Shot A7r4 and GFX50s for 2 years. Sold all Sony and went to gfx100s. And very happy.

[@branimirteodorovic2297]

I agree. Fujifilm camera has so much more soul than the Sony

[@traceybartlam7737]

I had a Sony once - never again! The menu was awful. I sold my Canon kit and switched to Fuji a couple of years ago and never looked back. The T range are so aesthetically pleasing they make me want to go out and take photos and I’ve therefore learned more and become a better photographer. I love the film sims so much, such fun.

[@bobby350z]

@@traceybartlam7737 The newer Sony menus are better than Fuji's. Me personally I rarely need to use menus as most things get programmed to different buttons.

[@TonyReidsma]

Nice video and delivery. Very nice. I have a couple XT5’s with the Viltrox 27 and 75 lenses and use those mainly for photos (really like these), and an XH2s with a speed booster and manual lenses. The reason I keep using Fuji is the overall image quality and colors. I use a set of LUMIX S5 II bodies for all my talking heads that require AF. I just can’t rely on Fuji’s AF for my client work. Keep up your videos. Nicely done!

[@frmtheden]

where do you recommend getting these large prints? I am wanting to get my Fuji Photos printed as well!

[@jimk8353]

Those prints are stunning! Mind sharing where you sent them for printing? Or do you have a way to print them at home?

[@GeoffGrant2010]

Very helpful! I subscribed. Did the new firmware make a focusing difference? Thanks. Geoff

[@iandisney4872]

I can't comment on the XT5 as I don't own one. I do shoot with an XS10, an XH1 and an XT1. I generally shoot single shot AF (though sometimes with MF assist) and over all the images I have taken (only about 10,000 over less than 2 years of ownership) I can honestly say hardly any were not in focus. Also I'm generally shooting landscapes. So, having read all the comments about AF maybe the conclusion is that the reliability depends on the use you put the camera to. I think for the average amateur it's a fine system and I just love picking up one or maybe two of my cameras and taking pics with them.

[@gerardneedham]

Yup it’s fine for landscapes in single shot at high f stops, but for closer working distances and lower f stops like shooting a portrait at f1.4 it’s not amazing

[@JasonLawrenceNoel]

Really love hearing your opinion! Great Video. Hope your trip is awesome!!!! I don't want to use 2 camera systems but I too use Sony for my weddings and Fuji for almost everything else.

[@TheAdamToy]

Thanks for sharing. I shoot paid work on an A7iv but have a x100v for fun. I am looking between the XT5, XH2 and XH2s now. This video is definitely helping me narrow it down!

[@bennieferinga9609]

You should definitely wait until Fuji sorts out the autofocus on XH2S and XH2. The firmware 6.0 was horrendous, and they rolled out fw 7.0 and it's still horrendous. Check out the video from a KZbinr called edvard.

[@gerardneedham]

XT5 is the best if your in the Sony ecosystem for work. Best to just own that with 2 lenses or a zoom for fun

[@professorpolymath]

Prints looking nice. Are you using ikea frames ("Rödalm")? How do you recommending printing at 50 x 70 cm?

[@NoxDiurna]

The only issue with Fuji APS-C.Aufotofucus and low light noise performance.

[@williamchan8866]

Very nice findings and conclusion.

[@michaelbell75]

Nice, like the color grading on the videos. Who is at 9:11 and where can I see more of her? 😀

[@ThomasPetzwinkler]

I found that the default sharpening settings in Lightroom for the fuji are far softer than for my Nikons or Sonys. You can get that sharpness by tweaking your settings. Again, it's a pixel peeping thing but just something to think about. Great video Gerard!

[@markmorgan7067]

your Xt-5 settigns would be AWSOME!

[@rdtstudios]

I think the previous firmware mess up the AF on Fuji's camera, with the new firmware update it's working better, also I used to own the A74 and the xt5 is equal or better in sharpness when you get the AF right and with Fuji's sharpest lenses.

[@jamesmynes1953]

you need to use capture one for fujifilm.

[@cdavey7654]

Another great video, thank you! I'm currently a Sony user thinking of picking up an X-T50 for my first Fujifilm camera. Have the a7IV and I was very disappointed to learn (a while ago) that it seems Sony uses the same (substandard) shutter in that as the a7III (which seems like a fail, imho)... I use mine mostly in electronic shutter mode to try and save the mechanical shutter, but needless to say that is annoying and it's frustrating to know the mechanical shutter could fail at any point when I am using it... 😕

[@bennieferinga9609]

Sounds like you're exaggerating this shutter thing on Sony. Most A7iii or A7iv users are happy with their cameras.

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah what a joke right, for me it’s not a massive deal as I break the shutter with in 2 years of the warranty and then I get a new shutter, so I get about 300,000 shutter clicks, and then I have one with 2 shutters failed and it’s a video camera, and I use it to scan my film with the electronic shutter

[@FaustoFerreira]

Nice work! Nobody talks about this, but precise manually focusing actually gives a sharper image than autofocusing on XT5, even in single mode, with a still subject, with every lens, in any light condition, it seems to be allways a hair off ( backfocusing ). Is it just my XT5 doing this. Acuracy is not lens dependent.

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah I should do a test on a tripod use auto focus and then use manual focus, I bet your right and the manual focus will be better

[@FaustoFerreira]

@@gerardneedham Let me know about your findings on this subject. Lenses I used: Fuji XF50 f2 it's the worst, sharp wide open in MF, mediocre in AF single, equals up at 2.8. Fuji xf 35 f2, slight but noticeable difference, f2.8 is the same. Sigma 56 f1.4, a bit sharper wide open in MF, sharp overall, equals up at 2.0. Sigma 30 f1.4, very noticeable difference wide open, very sharp in MF, soft with AF untill f2.8. XF 35 1.4, XF 18 f2 and XF 27 2.8 ( all old af motors ) are the best performers, no difference between MF and AF. Tests done with tripod, different distances, fixed, flat and high contrast subjects and good lighting. Didn't have new Xf18 1.4, 23, or 33 to test

[@paulm8157]

Balanced vid. Glorious gripe on AF “false focus acquired flag”. Have experienced issue you described w/single point. Did some experimenting w/well lit foreground and background subjects having defined edges. Seems to “favor” horizontal over vertical edge subject. Tried “Dutch tilting” camera to see if it was more accurate w/a diagonal line - no difference. In fairness, manual focus w/split-screen/pentaprism works just fine. Gotta try it, Gerard. Cheers!

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah I want to try out a manual lens on the XT5, maybe soon

[@simon359]

Interesting insights having to do with auto focus. Sounds to me like it still won’t be fixed in firmware.

[@timking1964]

There’s apparently an issue with the High ISO Noise Reduction setting that causes a little softness/blur. I’m still testing mine out, but try setting this to -4 as it seems that it can even affect normal ISO shots. Loving my wee X-T5 and as you point out, it really gets me out shooting.

[@costagf]

Make a follow up video with CONTROLLED SETTINGS (static subject) between XT5 and Sony A74 & A6700 to get to the botton of the issue.

[@gerardneedham]

Could do 😊

[@iaincphotography6051]

Interesting Gerard, though a little worried about the sharpness problem you seem to get. A lot of the time I use the 16/80 lens and don't have a problem unless I am the cause of it. Yes do keep shooting and giving your findings.

[@allenschneider1847]

I'm an amateur, I shoot landscape, animals, street, family activities, grandkids sports. I'm considering th Xt5 and the Sony A7iv. I do 90% photography an I'm leaning towards Fugi. Would you have a recommendation?

[@TopshelfJunior]

I'm on the X-T5 + 27mm 2.8 and I have to say...it's the best Fuji I've ever owned...and that's the best Fuji lens I have. The 16-55 would be my second fav. Thanks for sharing ya video man, subscribed !

[@gerardneedham]

Couldn't agree more! I love those 2 lenses for any type of photography outside of portraits

[@bigd7696]

The 27 is nice. Try the 50 f2. That was my favorite lens.

[@norbertzietek]

I've been thinking the same with regard to the image quality, it seems like Fuji has softer sharpness compared to other competitors, I moved over from the Canon Rebel Series as I wanted to upgrade from a 2013 camera, however, that camera was much sharper than my XT5 :/ Seems a bit sad, but I guess you get that Fuji charm :D

[@bennieferinga9609]

I'm sure it's a good camera. But it seems the autofocus gets worse for every firmware update... I've seen some videos of this issue, and the XH2S seems to be most affected by it (firmware 6 and 7.0). When I see photos taken with a Fuji camera, they often appear to be less sharp than others, as Gerard pointed out. Could be the x-trans sensor. I'm happy with my Sony cameras for now; especially when I found the Sony film simulations.

[@stanleygabrel1045]

Yes, especially video by Edvard.

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah it’s ment to get better not worse 😂 I actually wait about 2 months or so before I update the firmware and just listen if there is a bug or not. That’s why I haven’t updated my A7IVs yet

[@bennieferinga9609]

@@stanleygabrel1045 Yeah, I saw that video 😂

[@stevesvids]

I'm sure Continuous Focus is the reason for many soft focus shots. I shoot XT3 still... and I have certainly noticed this. I tend to favour manual focus or single shot focus. I always feel that continuous focus takes shots while lens is still adjusting. I might be wrong. Its just my thoughts. 😎📷👊👍👋

[@nerdcatcafe]

There’s a config for continuous AF where it only shoots if it’s in focus. That even works for continuous shooting + AFC

[@stevesvids]

@@nerdcatcafe hmmm yeagh. I remember seeing that before. Focus priority or shot priority. I'll check it out. Thanks 👍

[@svenyss]

I used to shoot with the Sony A7IV for ages and when I used Fuji for the first time it did not work. But now as I know how to work with it and what I have to dial I find it actually better than the Sony one. Besides I shoot in JPEG only now and with the filmsimulations and options to create own recipes it just reminds me to my beginning of the photo journey using a Canon AE1 in the 90s. I have sold the Sony camera and use Fuji only. X-T5 is a beast!

[@wizdeas6064]

My X-T5 is about 18 months old (out of warranty) and is going for repair at a cost of £260 because the coating is coming off the EVF - first time I've had a problem with X-T series having owned all except the X-T1

[@TechTroppy]

But on their website is written: All goods are covered by our normal 12 month warranty, with the exception of New Cameras and New Lenses which come with a 2 years Warranty.

[@wizdeas6064]

@@TechTroppy Thank you

[@alvintelin]

I am experiencing the worst autofocus on my xt5 after the update 😢 this is a nightmare.

[@edomn822]

I've heard many complaints about some of the recent firmware updates for the X-T5 (2.10 and 3.01 exhibited worse autofocus performance, most notably), so that may have been what caught you out with that softness when the camera insisted you were in focus. Version 4.0 of the firmware was released on June 27th (it also includes Reala Ace), and I'm curious to hear if that solved that for you!

[@IvarsDayLab]

Did you tried the new firmware that fixes the AF issue? At least that's what many photographers share.

[@bigd7696]

It doesn't fix anything.

[@alvintelin]

it got worst

[@63MacGuy]

I recently traded in my Sony A7iv's for an X-T5 & X-T3, plus several great lenses. I film and shoot weddings. I love the images, still and video! I am sometimes frustrated by the auto focus. It's not as good as the Sony A74. But it's doable.

[@richbrook101]

People complain like it misses 80% of the shots but that's not the case. I'd say about 10-15% of the shots, but yeah if Fuji could bring their AF up to speed with the other brands then they'll dominate the aps-c market

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah that’s how I feel ahahaha, I personally don’t want to use Fuji for weddings as why would I make my life difficult, but man it would be fun

[@63MacGuy]

@@gerardneedham I don't have any problems with stills, just video tracking

[@GrainOnTheGo]

Honestly I've tried a few Fuji cameras, the X-E3 and 4, the X-Pro 2, the X-T3 but the issue I really did find in the X-E4 especially with it being newer was the AF can be really bad compared to other brands. I shoot LUMIX FF now, but I would go back to Fuji if they came in with a solid PDAF system that locks fast and accurate. Alternatively, maybe Nikon Zf.

[@shirakawanaoya]

The autofocus problem IS A HUGE PROBLEM. We can see in the video many soft pics and breathing videos. Hope the fix that cuz the colors are unique!

[@markusbolliger1527]

If you are so happy with your Fuji why you do need at all a second system with a full frame sensor?

[@geofftonks8960]

Good content and well worth watching.

[@REMY.C.]

Fir the battery life you might have been in ECO mode that lowers the evf abd screen brightness and refresh rate.

[@gerardneedham]

Nah I’ve been using the boast mode, or what ever it’s called

[@alessandrocwilliam]

Fujifilm X-T3 Photographer & DoP owner here: I agree, the autofocus issue it's a serious issue to fix and that's one of the reasons why I'm aiming towards Sony for future cameras for video. I find Fuji cameras slightly overpriced for some of the characteristics they offer, although, I must admit that once you go with a Fuji in the streets by your own... There's no turning back. I never leave home without my Fuji.

[@WidePhotographs]

Glad I saw this video. Not only this but many other KZbinrs coming out about bad AF. Most likely I will stick with the purchase of a Nikon z6ii. People complain about Nikon z5 not being good but that camera only cost $999 brand new full frame vs Xt5 $1,699 brand new APSC

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah FujiFilm is overpriced ahahahah

[@SMGJohn]

Funny how Olympus and Panasonic has better autofocus now than Fuji, thats kinda hilarious.

[@williamsolis1]

I get why some people love Fujifilm. I shot everything with Fuji for awhile. Yet the AF, pixel quality and ISO performance just wasn't worth it. I was compensating too much to get the results I wanted. Went to FF after and haven't looked back. Yet the enjoyment of using the cameras can't be understated.

[@franciscoscaramanga2342]

You need to run your raw files through the DXO plugin and really be impressed at the results.

[@joeyassyrian]

Does this review take in account the recent up date to the AF Firmware?

[@gerardneedham]

Yes, I think it made the autofocus worse 🤦 ahahahahah. But you get 3D tracking for video now 🙌

[@joeyassyrian]

@@gerardneedham That sucks, prefer using my fuji cameras just because of weight/controls/colors but I own a nikon z8 too which just has amazing AF. I was looking to pick up a newer fuji to start using for work too.

[@charliejg]

I think you said in the video that the 18-55 doesn't have a physical aperture ring? I does have one, it is not marked because it's variable. But, there is an aperture ring. I have an X-T3 that I bought barely used back in 2020 or 21. I haven't used it in a lot of situations that require AF-C, I usually utilize back button focus. But, I have done some things like graduation pics where I used back button focus combined with eye detect/AF-C using the old XF56mm and it did quite a good job for me. However, I'm not doing paid client work. I hope that Fuji really does get to work and fix the AF issue. I really enjoy using the X-T3, doubt I'll be buy anything anytime soon. Just not in the budget.

[@john_in_Berlin]

Sony a7c rocks. Beautiful images - and you can develop your own style beyond the super-sharp machined files. I've been shooting with 35mm, 40mm, and the 28-70mm by Sigma.

[@DariusJaunius-j6y]

nice video :) good content bro

[@gerardneedham]

Appreciate it

[@titlecade]

For Fuji photos to be sharper, you need to stop up from 1.4 to 2 depending on the lens, also turn noise reduction to -4. For last few months there was a great AF bug that fuji released that has been resolved. It's still not the greatest AF compared with other companies.

[@MartinV.]

Great Video

[@PanditaP]

Doesn’t the xt5 have autofocus issues right now? Something with the firmware?

[@JakeChambersOy]

Yes. v3.01 which came end of April was a serious downgrade in AF performance, which got semi-fixed with v4.00 last week. That said, v2.10 is still the most reliable. I've downgraded after both updates back to v2.10 via the help of reddit.

[@JoeLopez]

@@JakeChambersOyoh nice. Can you share a link? Looking for a way to roll back.

[@jimmyl3515]

I try to decide between the a6700 and the XT-5. I really like the idea of fujifilm cameras and so on, but that autofocus scares me. The camera will be used on trips and stuff, and one of my biggest fears is to come home from a trip with blurry images. So how bad of an issues is really the autofocus on XT-5?

[@AufKohleGeboren]

What do you mean with trips? Holiday and landscape photography? Than it’s 0% an issue.

[@bigd7696]

Single point AF and very slow or static subjects are fine on Fuji.

[@duhbiyung]

As others said, it only misses focus on detail level / pixel peep level so for holidays it wont matter much.

[@98327532]

try dxo instead of lightroom, it will extract more from x-trans sensor

[@stockholmgrapher]

Have similar issue with my X-T30ii, but as someone who is using Lumix contrast AF for years i’m pretty used to get nose in focus instead the eyes. 😅 Well, my new G9ii is a totally different story…

[@mcelliot]

Completely agree with the focus issue, except I am not prepared to accept the worse AF on the basis that 'you cant tell in a print'. It would be nice if Gerard could please answer the questions on here about which firmware he was using for the shoot. Good to know if the 4.00 FW update has made any tangible difference. Having used Fuji for nearly a decade now, I am drifting away because of the focus weakness. It just misses too often. The other issue is the size of the bodies. The early Fuji bodies I owned, XE1, Pro 2 and even the XT4 were of a reasonable size, and clearly smaller than an R5, but the XH2 is essentially the same size as a FF body, but cant match the autofocus. I hope they get this right

[@ekvidi]

Great Video, great photos, thank you for this! There are two ways to get Fuji Raw-Files generally sharper: 1) Using Capture One instead of Lightroom (I tried this but I missed the AI-tools and Photoshop too much. But if you don't need this, Caputure One files are significally sharper than LR-Files. 2) Using DXO Pure Raw as the Raw-Converter. It's a LR-Plugin and actually the main job is to denoise but it also handels the RAW-Flies like Capure One does, so they are way sharper with any ISO. I love this workflow, cause it produces very sharp images without noise (you can go up to 10.000 ISO) while still working with LR. Disadvantage: The files are getting very big (120 MB) and it takes 10-15 sec. per file.

[@tonykennedy2344]

Totally agree about DXO Pure Raw (which I pair with Lightroom) it’s chefs kiss…I was ready to bin the Fuji system but since using the software it’s completely improved my images and saved me a hell of a lot of money on a move to Nikon or canon. Now autofocus that’s another story but it’s getting better xt6 anyone?

[@ekvidi]

@@tonykennedy2344 This!

[@wolfgangmarkaritzer5184]

Prices are now extreme. If there will not come a major update for the x-s10 in regards of AF , the competitors are more interesting!

[@stkuj]

I moved to Sony over 4 years ago from Fuji. TBH, I don't regret it one bit. If anything, I'm feeling that I might give Nikon a chance with their new offerings.

[@ets160]

Their Zf is really nice and quite possibly the best camera you can get for $2k. The zfc however is rather underwhelming and I even sold my x100t for it but regret it after a month. I’m now on a griii and have 0 regrets.

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah I’ll be close behind you to test out Nikon to replace my Sonys

[@theinfinitepassportTV]

It's videos like this that we all learn how many people rely heavily on auto focus. And no, I'm NOT saying that's bad or criticising anyone! Anyway, I shoot Fuji, and yes for paid work, because it's fun. And for the insane amount of creativity I have with the film sims and the RAW converter, etc. Anyway, not knocking other brands, Fuji is just more interesting to me. X-T5, X-H2s, X-H1.

[@Princeton_James]

If the AF was as good as Sony or Canon then it would be game over. Unfortunately I sold my XS20 because so many photos were OOF.

[@Aaditya1ad]

Sad to hear that, did you have the issue even with focus priority mode? I have been eyeing xs20

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah Fuji needs to catch up especially for the price of the cameras

[@giadinhnguyentrungduong]

Yes finally someone talk about pic look like shit when you zoom it in pts . I very hate it 😢

[@ozpain1]

Settings video please! Liked and subbed

[@gerardneedham]

Aight I’ll plan one now, I might make it more about photography settings in general as they are all similar

[@Tech-el1zg]

Xt 5 settings video!!! 🎉

[@katieevans6017]

Fuji's AF has been poor since the introduction of the x-pro1/x-t1. I gave up at the x-t2, the AF just wasn't good enough.

[@mirkman8268]

Please give us the Settings Video ❤

[@b.2221]

At the end of the day Fuji Film has managed to wedge themselves in the supposedly higher end price range along side the likes of Leica. Slick marketing and very clever shortage issues have catapulted them way up the market charts. But that being said Fuji Film probably makes good cameras 📷, but they are not worth the current asking prices and if you compare them with Leica then there is no sensible comparison.

[@OnlyCitrus]

The worst thing is the shortage is artificial. They purposefully produce less quantity to keep the demand up.

[@HENRY205566]

i will keep using my a6700 and buy fuji film-simulation alike presets

[@ekvidi]

You will never get a Sony-like AF on a Fuji and never get Fuji-like colors on a Sony

[@gerardneedham]

Meh camera colour science is BS, I’m making a video on this topic soon. It all comes down to white balance and Lightroom profiles but there is merit in the difference in dynamic range

[@gerardneedham]

Sony a6700 is flawless

[@ekvidi]

@@gerardneedham I'm working with both Sony and Fuji and there is a for sure a difference in color science between both systems which is more than a different WB. You can tweak Sony files to be Fuji-alike in Lightroom with some skills but there is no way just to use presets to get the Fuji-look (this is what I was referring to).

[@Thirsty_Fox]

@@ekvidi Perhaps, but missed focus is an unusable photo -- you can usually make the colours decent even if it requires some work. I'd say the a6700 has the best colours of any recent Sony, so hopefully they implement that into a much-needed A7V sooner than later.

[@heckengerd123]

to me(!) - the raw at 3:22 looks way better than the edited version

[@pakorn7000]

the 18-55 mm does not the physical aperture ring ??

[@JoeLopez]

It does.

[@pakorn7000]

@@JoeLopez That's why I asked so. (at 6:45)

[@miguelrico4338]

Is this using the most recent firmware update? It's supposed to fix AF issues.

[@AufKohleGeboren]

I updated mine today and had my wife running towards me. Used the X-T5 with the 23mm F1.4 R LM WR . AF-C with face detection and all shots were totally sharp and in focus at F1.4. Nothing like this soft looking portraits.

[@chengchiwo]

@@AufKohleGeboren Are you able to post some same photos please?

[@cdavey7654]

Sadly, it looks like in the USA we only get the crappy 1 year warranty (unless I'm missing something)... 🙄

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah your probably on the older cameras, the new fujis come with a 3 year warranty

[@cdavey7654]

@@gerardneedham Internationally, or just in some countries? I mean that's cool if so, but I've never seen a camera in the USA with more than a 1 year warranty. All I can find with a little digging is "Limited one year warranty on all Fujifilm digital cameras from date of purchase" on the Fuji support and repair section of their website.. 🤷🏼‍♂

[@JJARCHIE]

I cancelled on an an xt3 offer because not even the newer body comes close to a 2019 a6400

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah it’s pretty lol right

[@sdegio70]

So happy woth IQ and AF of my Sony A74 that I can concentrate more on the image, why I have ti fight with the AF? 😂

[@gerardneedham]

Yeah I do miss my Sony bodies AF but I got bored of using Sony for fun

[@Kliffot]

You ll get better result in AFS + BBF focus release and AF+MF.

[@fuzzytalz]

It’s not true that only Fujifilm cameras allow you to customize parameter and operational direction of the main control dials. Nikon allows this same customization and has for at least a decade.

[@zenstoodi]

Lucky you in Poland Fuji gives 1 year warranty… Sony gives 2+1 after registration

[@winfriedhennes5552]

Viewing your video some questions came up for me: 1. Are you using "Boost Mode" in powermanagement settings? Boost mode adds more performance to various camera features, specially to the AF system. 2. Are you using original Fuji batteries or third party? 3. Are you using AF+MF in AF settings? AF+MF overrides all priority settings and AF will be operated in release priority instead of focus priority. 4. Why are you using "Zone AF" when focussing on a fully static subject? in those cases single point is the better option to select the the correct focal point. 5. Which AF setting did you use for the landscape samples showing the miss focussing? 6. Which AF setting are you using when shooting portraits? AF-C in Tracking Mode should deliver good hit rate when placing the focus square over the models face and then use Face and Eye recognition. In case the subject recognition looses track, the AF square will be in the closest position to recover tracking. Last weekend I had the chance to shoot my grand kids in a local educational location. Light conditions were very poor, most shots were at ISO3200. I´ve used the Tamron 17-70mm/f2,8 mainly at f2,8 and f3,2. Out of about 100 shots, just 2 shots were out of focus, but that was my fault. Camera in use was my X-T5 FW4.0. A year ago I did a similar shooting with my X-Pro3, main lens was the XF90mm/f2, mainly used at f2. The AF hit rate was at approximately 60% Also on landscapes my T5 doesn´t show AF problems. Blury images are mainly caused by my user error. A few days ago one of my photo buddies, using a Sony A7RV and the new 70-200mm7f2.8 GM lens, did present some pictures shot in a local Zoo. His comment stated regarding Sony animal AF performance: I would be very pleased if Sony would deliver an animal AF focussing on the animals eye rather tracking the nose tip ----> Nobody is perfect, either my buddy or his camera 😏😏😏.

[@VishwasRavindran92]

well what can you expect with apsc sensor stuffed with 40 mp resolution. the grains will ruin your professional work.the autofocus is bad as nikon! so in conclusion ill stick around with my sony a7iii and wait for sony a7v

[@liamvandermerwe6123]

Please please please can you do a settings video for this camera man! I’d love to see what you have changed!

[@v_stands_for_value124]

Sony user saying the Fujifilm is confusing is funny

[@harlowpinson5678]

Bad autofocus. Not a huge problem. Huh?

[@mavillejones5908]

Does anyone actually know what he said when talking about sharpness even compared to a6700. It’s incomprehensible lol. I imagine he said less sharp but who knows exactly