It really looks like it ticks a lot of boxes. The size of it compared to the 52 makes it a real winner, in my opinion, even if that does come at the expense of a colour screen. If the TX audio is comparable to the 52 on FM, it would make it a bit of a no brainer just in non digital applications. As for the price? Fair enough, for 100quid more, you get a few more features with the 52, but also at the expense of size. But check your calendar. It's 2023 in a post covid world. Everything is expensive! This isn't even a fortnight's worth of groceries or a week's worth of rent for plenty of people, these days.
Good review Johnathan, only 100 quid difference between it and the 52a ? Why wouldn’t you get the 52a ? Bigger brighter Colour screen is worth the difference. Specially for my eyes. Thanks for your vlog. I’m going to wait for the new Kenwood I think. Then make a decision on where my money goes.
It is the upper end of my prediction, but given the cost of living and inflation it doesn’t surprise me. If the ID-51 still does all you want it to do, why replace it? I only purchased the ID-52 as I foolishly sold my ID-51 when I bought the IC-705, then realised I missed having a DSTAR handy!
Try to use it (or charge it) via the DC socket on the ID-51 , ICOM says this "Can I charge my ID-51E when it is turned on? Yes you can. Firstly connect the radio to an outlet with an optional CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC-254L. Then turn on the radio, press ‘MENU’, scroll to ‘Function’ and select. Then scroll to ‘Charging’ and select ‘Select ON’. If using a wall charger, note that it will not have enough power to run the set on transmit, although a DC lead from a higher ampage PSU will be fine. If running the set from an external DC source it will charge the battery, but may take longer if the radio is turned on at the same time. "
As a complete newb to this sort of stuff, will this transmit further than a £20 Chinese style radio? I’m looking at a new hand held and find myself amazed at the stagnation of the handhelds. No bluetooth is a deal breaker surely?
Bluetooth not necessarily a deal breaker. ‘Transmit further’? Probably not as most handhelds (from £20 Baofengs to multi-hundred pound Japanese handheld) transmit 5W. But the build quality, audio quality (transmit and receive) and general ‘feel’ of the radio will be far superior. I hope this helps!
@@M0JSX yes thanks, I’m looking for a radio that can bluetooth to helmet speakers etc and am kind of surprised by how behind the big names are with specs and cost. This looks like a decent radio but I can’t see why you would go for this over say the FT5D that is cheaper and does similar if not more??
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Great idea for the size comparison beauty parade! So hard to tell otherwise. (Plus its always great to see an FT-60, one of my favourites)
Shame about the price theres only a £100 pound diffrence.I would definitely buy the id52 for the extra £100
Nice contacts there , Jonathan. Well done 👍
Excellent overview of the ID-50 Jonathan. Thanks for sharing. 73, KI4ASK Joe in Atlanta
Thanks for watching, Joe!
Thanks for all the answers!
14:00 hahaha, the way he looked at the radio after the maniacal cackling laugh.
Love Icom just don’t think the price will make it popular at all. ID52 all the way.
It really looks like it ticks a lot of boxes. The size of it compared to the 52 makes it a real winner, in my opinion, even if that does come at the expense of a colour screen. If the TX audio is comparable to the 52 on FM, it would make it a bit of a no brainer just in non digital applications. As for the price? Fair enough, for 100quid more, you get a few more features with the 52, but also at the expense of size. But check your calendar. It's 2023 in a post covid world. Everything is expensive! This isn't even a fortnight's worth of groceries or a week's worth of rent for plenty of people, these days.
Good review Johnathan, only 100 quid difference between it and the 52a ? Why wouldn’t you get the 52a ? Bigger brighter Colour screen is worth the difference. Specially for my eyes. Thanks for your vlog. I’m going to wait for the new Kenwood I think. Then make a decision on where my money goes.
Sounds like a good plan Richard!
USB-c charging and more compact size. I agree though, this needed to be £350-£380 to make any sense.
13:30 perfect hat for this video!
I’ve got a growing collection of radio hats! Just need a DXC one now!
Shame about the price I was expecting a UK price of about 400 I will hang onto my 51 a bit longer
It is the upper end of my prediction, but given the cost of living and inflation it doesn’t surprise me.
If the ID-51 still does all you want it to do, why replace it? I only purchased the ID-52 as I foolishly sold my ID-51 when I bought the IC-705, then realised I missed having a DSTAR handy!
Hi, thanks 4 video but would you tell me HOW to program this. I ordered the program software for this but DONT KNOW HOW to use it. TY kindly
Although not directly for the ID-50, my video on DSTAR should help somewhat ruclips.net/video/-4OP0XHeZOk/видео.htmlsi=UpxIti1lodKxp7eL
Gud am my icom id51aplus won't turn on is it the battery be coz when i charge it to the cradle ir won't charge...
Have you tried to charge it by plugging the radio in, rather than using the cradle?
Try to use it (or charge it) via the DC socket on the ID-51 , ICOM says this
"Can I charge my ID-51E when it is turned on?
Yes you can. Firstly connect the radio to an outlet with an optional CP-12L, CP-19R or OPC-254L. Then turn on the radio, press ‘MENU’, scroll to ‘Function’ and select. Then scroll to ‘Charging’ and select ‘Select ON’.
If using a wall charger, note that it will not have enough power to run the set on transmit, although a DC lead from a higher ampage PSU will be fine.
If running the set from an external DC source it will charge the battery, but may take longer if the radio is turned on at the same time. "
which one should we get? 50a 52a or the Knwd 75
Hold that thought! Video soon!
As a complete newb to this sort of stuff, will this transmit further than a £20 Chinese style radio?
I’m looking at a new hand held and find myself amazed at the stagnation of the handhelds. No bluetooth is a deal breaker surely?
Bluetooth not necessarily a deal breaker. ‘Transmit further’? Probably not as most handhelds (from £20 Baofengs to multi-hundred pound Japanese handheld) transmit 5W. But the build quality, audio quality (transmit and receive) and general ‘feel’ of the radio will be far superior. I hope this helps!
@@M0JSX yes thanks, I’m looking for a radio that can bluetooth to helmet speakers etc and am kind of surprised by how behind the big names are with specs and cost. This looks like a decent radio but I can’t see why you would go for this over say the FT5D that is cheaper and does similar if not more??
Better Quality and features . Some people that don’t mind spending money appreciate the better quality and performance over the ft5d.
@@jayanderson9068 I like the FT5D, but I LOVE the ID-52. The ID-52 would be actually perfect for me if only Icom supported APRS
The ID-50 will surley boost ID-52 sales. Gotta love the world of marketing! 🤣
Did you leave Martin lynch
Yes. Back in November 2021.
@@M0JSX have to ask did you lave happy
@@martinryan5069 I left to pursue a different career.
@@M0JSX anything to do with amateur radio good luck to you open up your own amateur radio shop 👍
@@martinryan5069 nothing to do with ham radio 😊
Another handheld radio what no waterproof rugged HF manpack
There is a Racal military radio out there for you.
nobody asked for this… we want a new mobile 5200!!!
ID-50 has terrible display. Downgrade ID model, shame.
It’s similar to the ID-51 which was discontinued a few years ago. I wouldn’t say terrible, but not as nice as the ID-52 that’s for sure.
its like those iphone XS models.. downgrade for poors but still try to be hip
@@ertonyrn I’m not sure Icom would quite phrase it like that…
@@M0JSX neither did apple