Fuji XT5 Review - Incredible

[@janivauhkonen]

what I like the most is that when I became a Fujifilm photographer, I noticed that I don't have to shoot in raw format, thanks to the film simulations. everyone else has also liked the fact that they get the pictures practically immediately for themselves without any editing. of course there are always exceptions. 😊

[@pandurlolgg5780]

Yep, I used to take RAW pictures, like everybody else. But the simulations are so good, editing can’t get it much better done. I safe a lot of time and nerves!

[@InTheSmokeSection]

Don't get rid of the 50mm! You'll miss it when it's gone. Trust me. It's a really great lens and not many people use it.

[@yelowyelow018]

why not. it's super soft compare to other 85mm equivalent

[@domidarko1166]

@@yelowyelow018 This is some kind of joke right?

[@yelowyelow018]

@@domidarko1166 what joke? then why do u think he decide to sell it?

[@venom2k2]

@@yelowyelow018 50mm f/2 being soft? Even if compared to other 85mm equivalents? Hell nah, man

[@venom2k2]

Yep! I sold my 50mm in favor of the Sigma 56mm f/1.4. Sigma is good, but I missed my 50mm so much I had to buy it again. The size, weight, aperture ring, AF speed, weather resistance, micro contrast and image quality...fantastic lens!

[@chasescooper]

Hot take - the smaller lenses are key to these Fuji cameras - the bigger lenses are fucking amazing, but even my larger primes for the x-mount have a whole different feel. Check out the 27 2.8 and the 18 pancakes, and the 35 1.4. I like those more than the f2 lenses, and they are smaller.

[@paullichte]

the size and what you can get with this setup is honestly really convincing. looks great for a daily carry camera. Lovely shots and beautiful colors as always!

[@SamuelElkinsPhoto]

It really is!

[@georgelpons]

Then, buy not the fuji 2.8 zoom. The thing is huge and heavy, the quality is superb, but when the apperture ring miss of the sigma 18-50 2.8 is ok, its nice and small. I have the tamron 17-70mm 2.8 and that comes close to the fuji in weight (is a bit lighter), on my xt4. I use it less often, because its tiring to walk around with it, as i more hold onto the lense than the body.

[@ailahsafdar]

I love the 16-55, would recommend it! It’s always on my camera even though it’s a bit big but the wide range just makes it easy to take shots while traveling

[@normanchristie4524]

Sorry, can't carry big heavy lens anymore would prefer two small lens carried in my pocket.

[@laurelb8372]

I love my xt5, a. step up from my XT2 & xt20. Film sims are great. I use the 35mm a lot and for a zoom 18-135 gives me all the focal range when travelling. There is a 50mm Zeiss macro which is superb and doubles for travel as well. I agree, the Fuji cameras are just fun to use, makes one want to go out & take pictures.

[@menkassio]

I also have a X-T2, but the autofocus is quite disappointing to shoot animals. Do you think with the new firmware the X-T5 is competitive in comparison with other brands and worth the money? I also would like to know the opinion of other people here, including Samuel.

[@Northern00]

@@menkassio Honestly when i was looking i found that the Nikon Z6II for the same price was better (full frame, AF, more zoom lens options, etc.) but i absolutely love my XT-5 with the tamron 17-70 and fuji 70-300 and i have shot plenty of wildlife with no complaints at all! I found with the fuji i was just excited to go out and use it with the dials, but if you dont care and just want IQ quality and function, id say Z6II or something

[@gabrielng3231]

For zooms Sigma 18-50 f2.8 suits me the most due to the kit size with my 23 & 50 f2

[@finn4240]

can vouch for this one too! Shot both the 16 and the 55 funnily did a comparison today. The sigma is truly a great lens as long as you dont mind using one of the rotating dials for ss and dont shoot all to much wide angle work

[@rachelgu6079]

I ordered a 23mm f2 silver after seeing how good it looks on yours 😊

[@domidarko1166]

Wow, the 50mm is unreal. My fave of the three although they are all good. I was using LR but switched to Capture One. I'm finding it to be much better for my XT3 files. No artifacts, colours from the simulations on the RAW are on point, needs much less work than Adobe. Images look a step up.

[@raulmedina6223]

Sold my Sony a7c for the Fuji for that exact reason it’s fun to shoot, specially skin tones and the simulations, no need to heavy edit

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

I went from Fuji to an A7c, now considering going back to Fuji🤷‍♂️

[@bill3117]

Thanks for the pros and cons on this camera. I'm tempted due to the new sensor.

[@Omgiamsotriggered]

What do you think about the XS-20? I dont see myself justifying the price on the XT-5 when for a couple hundred more i can get the brand new Lumix S5II which is a full-frame monster. XT-5 in silver is beyond beautiful but the price is too much for me for an APC-S camera. XS-20 seems amazing but isnt weather sealed which is a big concern for me.

[@aawonnewton]

Great review. I’d be curious to see how you edit these Fuji files, they look great

[@just_eirik]

Have you tried the Viltrox 75mm 1.2? It’s kind of incredible imo. Sharp at 1.2 (even on 40mp) and it’s only $550. I know it’s a “portrait lens” but it’s good for many kinds of subject photography.

[@maybejensen]

If you have any clarity or Noise reduction turned on, the buffering becomes ubearable

[@birjub9647]

The buffer issue is because of the super large file size, If you want to shoot CH with improved buffer try reducing the file size - shoot with lossless compression or compressed file size - This will give you way better buffer. The new Heif image files are great too, they hold more details than jpegs with smaller file size

[@zverinafilip]

Hey man, thanks for the video. I'm curious about one thing. Would you be willing to use the camera as your main work body?? I have my Canon R6 which is great in many ways, but the pro lenses are just so biig so I'm searching for some smaller lighter alternative..Curious about your opinion. Thank you and have a great day♥️

[@bernios3446]

As for the IBIS, I wonder how good the Canon R5 is in this respect. I find the X-T5 to be a bit better than the X-T4, I get sharp images with a normal lens (33 or 56mm) down to 1/4s -1/5s and 1/10s - 1/15s at 300mm (70-300mm zoom). Is that really so inferior?

[@fotografist_ca]

The 50mm is an incredible prime lens for a range of shooting scenarios. You’ll miss it when it’s gone. It’s an essential lens, alongside the classic XF35mmF1.4 R

[@nerucheung]

Sigma has a 18-50 F2.8 zoom which is a lot lighter than the Fuji 16-55 F2.8

[@stevenhkim]

I just bought this camera yesterday. So excited to try it out!

[@j.f.1979]

Have fun! Mine arrived on friday and is a huge update to my X-T4, especially with the firmwareupdate!

[@Dan_photo]

Glad to see this video make the light of day. As I’ve mentioned before, your initial videos are what got me over the line to purchase an X-T5 and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. Keen to see how this goes for you over time and some more examples of use on road trips and that sort of stuff. Also, when are you dropping a preset pack? ❤❤❤

[@imnotsurewhy]

From a Canon 5D user, I thoroughly enjoyed my Fuji xpro2. It just makes it more fun to shoot.

[@Michael_Relevant]

Does the skin smoothing effect the video? When you turn it on for stills in the menu under dynamic range?

[@rick-deckard]

My daily lens is the 23 1.4 👌

[@EladB.]

Im really torn between the XT5 and yhe sony a6700... What would you recommend?

[@richwinestudios]

Great review! It's funny, my first camera was a Nikon as well (D5100) before switching to Canon. Just picked up the X-T5 and love it as an everyday travel camera for its form factor but the sensor definitely punches way above its price would suggest.

[@JumpingWatermelons]

I have an XT-2 and it's still good. I don't feel any need to upgrade. I do really want the film simulations though 😕

[@df0rce]

same for me

[@JuanKis]

Thank your review, i just got the X-T5 and i wonder if I should buy v60 or v90 memory cards for photography. I dont shoot video and if I shoot burst I rarely goesnover 10 photos on burst. I just checked with Prograde v60 that I uaebin my Sony A7IV and I was able to shoot 25 ahots in RAW bwfore the camera alowed down.

[@madslyngsdal1194]

Hi Samuel, love your videos! Just got a X-T5 and was wondering what grip you are using? :-)

[@danineoudman7849]

Hi Samuel! I really like your photos! Do you edit a lot after shooting them or is it a film simulation that you use? Would love to hear! 🤍

[@3bbi]

What kind of shooting situations do you miss the Full Frame?

[@mattchan2897]

Great video! Check out the sigma 18-50 2.8 small with a constant aperture

[@manuelfigueroa343]

What camera Bag do you use ? That green one looks Noice 👍💪 not too big not too small

[@ChristopherSmith-uz3dv]

Hi there! Great video. I am a serious photography enthusiast and am just wondering if you would recommend buying the XT5 over a Sony a7 iv (and then use the extra money to buy lenses)? I mainly shoot landscapes, environmental portraits, and street stuff. Thanks!

[@df0rce]

Its a whole different story. Sony system does weight quite a bit more. Real estate could be the same. However, the Sony menu and user interface in general wants me to throw it away immediatelly. It is such a joy to play with Fujifilms color profiles aka film simulations.

[@williamgoss4691]

Great video full of info and small useful details, positive & neg, on the T5 which makes it easy to decide if it mite suit me, or you. For example I was surprised that the in body stabilisation and the buffering isn’t better … Also plenty of lovely images to show the (great) Fiji colours science. Thankx

[@ur_himalayan_buddy]

might not be related still 😊I see u have a shimoda backpack 🎒..what is ur feedback on this one ..which one is it (30,50,70)

[@Viewtolove]

Mr. Elkins, would you please tell me how much you get out of this camera compared to your previous Leica Q2? I shoot whole squares, shopbuildings on a row and vistas. Does it have enough dynamic range to still pull up details in the shadows of say the bark of a tree when shooting a vista in comparison with the Leica Q2? How close does it get?I really, really would like to know this before overspending on a second hand Leica Q2 with my tiny income. The other option next to te 40MP APSC Fujifilm sensor should be the next hopefully 33MP full frame sensor of the coming Nikon Z6 mark 3. All a huge purchase for me…

[@the49thstate_]

Which film recipes do you use?

[@JujuBerry]

Great review! I'm looking to get a small daily driver camera. Heavily considering picking one up soon!

[@shanestorozukphotography]

Amazing video as always mate. Out of curiosity, do you have a custom recipe you like to use for your jpeg's or do you go with the existing film simulations? Your colours and tones are incredible

[@df0rce]

What do you think about the upcoming X-S20? I am still undecided. The Webcam feature would be so nice. However, I would miss the second card slot, WR and the better eye cup from the X-T5. Hmm ....

[@7743dustin]

Thinking of switching from Sony a7iv

[@steventan7543]

Downgrade on image quality but everything else is upgrade

[@7743dustin]

@@steventan7543well I’ve made the switch

[@jeremyswm7702]

And do you enjoy the switch ?

[@Jgheiler]

Are you able to do portraits with the xf23mmf2? If so, what aperture do you open it at to get a good image?

[@jacobmaness7244]

Great review! I wonder if getting a lens with IBIS would help make the XT5 a bit more of a handheld option for video? I am looking at an XT5 and not sure what lens to grab first.

[@danni0510]

I do think that the ibis on the xt5 is great, you have to test for yourself

[@nelsonrato1620]

Hi , im a huge fan your channel. Can I ask if you listen a noise coming from your camera like a fan ? not a major sound but something I noticed. Thanks for you help.

[@mahdimanesh4221]

How do you feel this camera hold up to a GFX 50s ii in terms of image output?

[@zakiradi450]

Try the sigma prime lenses. The f1.4 lens trio which was earlier available only for Sony is such a blessing for Fuji now. They are super sharp and super light.

[@A1000Truths]

Link for the base plate ? Where’s it from ?

[@ahmadshaarawy1224]

Hey, are we seeing your talking head from the xt5 here?? specially @ 10:40 for the ibis? .. Thanks for your thougts.

[@Supbangg]

Hey Sam, random question but where did you get that shirt?? 🤔

[@MadLadsAnonymous]

Can this camera also implement all the "film recipes" users of the X100V get to play with?

[@rolandthsive]

Can I put this in my hoodie pocket? I just want a Weather Resistant camera with a 18mm lens that goes in my pocket.

[@Swingkid14]

If you print up to A2 all the Fujifilm cameras do an amazing job including first generation x trans which isbstill my favourite

[@gd7062]

No built-in flash?

[@matildaursache5642]

I suggest 35mm 1.4 IT has something vintage vibe

[@Kkvta]

Stunning camera. I have a x100v, but I think I prefer the look of the xt5 more?!

[@michaelyang3910]

It’s a camera, not a fashion accessory 😉

[@dccoletrain]

I’m trying to decide between the newer Fuji cameras now shooting with the Fuji 150-600. The X-S10 works fine generally but I’m curious if the newer processor will do better with wildlife and video.

[@sclogse1]

Yes.

[@cheapguts2080]

Samuel posts, I watch

[@DarkTrapStudio]

Maybe the buffer thing has to do with the film sims ?

[@michalcervenansky4067]

If you were limited to only one camera body, can you imagine being it X-T5? Even for professional work?

[@danni0510]

Of course

[@SamuelElkinsPhoto]

Tough to say. I love the GFX so much

[@GuitarTablatureSkill]

The key is the photographer’s eye & imagination. And absolutely yes for the answer.

[@aldeen1982]

Lovely review 😊

[@imlauralu]

How do you like this camera compared to the leica q3?

[@SamuelElkinsPhoto]

Such different cameras imo

[@NguyenLinh-ue9el]

U using what camera for this video?

[@Izzet99]

canon r5

[@tamaswinkler6223]

what about the 1.4 prime lenses? why did u opt for the f2-s?

[@danni0510]

Smaller, lighter, cheaper, almost on par with the 1.4

[@SamuelElkinsPhoto]

So much smaller and more compact. I love them!

[@ikneadphotography]

I went from Fujifilm to Nikon. But the XT5 and XS20 are two cameras that make me wanna switch back to fujifilm

[@abdonortega5888]

Hey Samuel would you be willing to add the link the the grip?

[@SamuelElkinsPhoto]

www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1731288-REG/fujifilm_16785793_mhg_xt5_metal_hand_grip.html?kw=FUMHGXT5&ap=y&BI=E6540&smp=ba_f1_ll&srsltid=AR57-fCwKroG3VaD9hoVQPv6lBZSg-QVsFKK1KkLvE_nPKf5GAmV8YaK9co

[@TonyBologna805]

I’d be interested to hear your opinion on how Lightroom handles Fuji files.

[@danni0510]

LR is fine

[@ourholm]

What daily carry bag have you found for xt5? So many sling bags seem too big and bulky. I'm wanting a slim bag to put just the camera with 1-2 primes or 1 zoom. I got the kit 16-80 f4 for an upcoming trip to Europe. Want a bag for the cards, GoPro and 360 cams.

[@eXplosive91]

How would you compare it image quality wise to the Leica q3? I’ve got the Leica and an X-T4 and of course there is a difference between the two… I really like the Leica but can’t help but notice that it’s so pricy for the fact that I’m not doing photography professionally. So I was hoping the new sensor could bridge the gap a bit?

[@MattyDCCollins]

are you using v90's and still having slow buffer issues?

[@juan.carlos.lazaro]

I would be interested in knowing more on this

[@SamuelElkinsPhoto]

Yeah I am. 300mb/sec prograde

[@juan.carlos.lazaro]

@@SamuelElkinsPhoto and even with that is slow?

[@luissalazar2021]

Thanks for sharing

[@SamuelElkinsPhoto]

Thanks for watching!

[@R8135003]

I have the FX100-400mm which I am happy with but I am thinking of selling and financing a X-T5. I also have the FX 40-150mm with which I use on a X-T4.(70mm-200 full frame,ish) Would the extra mega pixels of the X-T5 counter the loss of reach. The ideal length for what I shot would be 100-300mm F2.8 at Full Frame. So the 100-400mm is a little long on the short end and over the top for the long end. Canon have just bought out a beautiful 100-300mm f2.8 but at £12500 its a wee bit out of my reach. Great video as always. Be lucky stay safe

[@ericrjennings]

Keep the 50. It’s magic

[@Suburb_hell]

Been wanting to get an interchangeable lens Fujifilm. I have the x100F but I feel like it can be limiting sometimes. I can’t decide which to get. XT5 or the XT 30ii. I like the price of the xt30 ii but it came out years ago and maybe I should just wait until Fuji drops something new.

[@SamirMakwana]

XT 30ii if you want to just try the Fujifilm lenses and ecosystem. I helped a friend get one after he tried my X100V. Got an XT5 because I couldn't resist the lens ecosystem. It's gonna take a while for Fuji to drop something. Currently struggling with supply chain issues.

[@Swingkid14]

I sold the 23 and 35mm but kept the 50mmf2.

[@df0rce]

I only sold the 23mm. It is quite bad imho. The 35mmf2 instead is such a gem!

[@Mark-ql5ni]

I always thought the T in XT was for 'Travel' but that might be an assumption

[@sonydeng4959]

Anyone knows the intro bgm?

[@Vikingdescendent]

1100 Chk your settings

[@Alexandrosflower]

I‘ve tested about 5 recent cameras (a7rv, a7iv, om-5, etc) and wonder about how the conclusion was made that the IBIS of the x-t5 is worse ?

[@hlash99]

Which has been your fav? had my eye in the A7RV but it obviously comes at a premium

[@Alexandrosflower]

@@hlash99 the A7RV is clearly the best camera from a technical perspective. The x-t5 is most fun because it’s smaller, has better controls, is more beautiful and generally good enough. With some software like dxo photolab 6 you can close the gap from a iso noise perspective to a good degree.

[@hlash99]

@@Alexandrosflower thanks !

[@SamuelElkinsPhoto]

It’s probably a lot to do with my experience using canon cameras with IBIS. It may or may not be technically “better” but I definitely find canons better overall

[@artsmodelstation9396]

You’ll sell it in a couple of months and fall in love again

[@cfttapes5000]

From my point of view the pictures I took a few years ago on my Nikon D800 and D600 are just better , I own the xt5 so what gives ?

[@adamhlavin2463]

Great video!🔥🖤Any RAW files that you could share to test?🙏

[@loucherino]

Great review, yet 'll be honest, I feel the photos you presented were uninspiring.

[@runiastonerose6041]

your over all review is great. i really had to focus hard on what you were saying... you talk quite fast and you do have rather strong accent 😅

[@SamuelElkinsPhoto]

Noted!

[@mabsosa]

I feel the fever after 10 minutes without filming Is this the normal part?

[@YOUAREMYKIN]

👌✨

[@cggg490]

I used to shoot Fuji. Went from xt1 to xt3 and then xt4 before deciding to leave Fuji. It just never satisfied.

[@malthus101]

Why does EVERYONE have those stupid red bobble things hanging off their straps? Before it was "rope" straps, before that vintage straps... then the gold shutter buttons, before that RED shutter buttons... all fads, all fashions.

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

Peak design stuff is fantastic but it does seem that everyone on KZbin has their stuff.

[@ilija5184]

First?

[@jasperkong7514]

Your intro music is too loud

[@EmileModesitt]

Thanks for the review! The frequent intense vocal fry makes it a bit hard to listen to, just a heads up

[@normanchristie4524]

Dreadful music for tinnitus sufferers.

[@MaxR.]

It's X-T5 not XT5. You might get better exposition by writing the product name correct ;-)