Lol the people freaking out about the film simulation dial 😂 This camera isn’t for you! Simple as that. (Plenty of Fujifilm cameras without a film simulation dial, like EVERY SINGLE ONE minus the X-T50).
@@rogerhampton2844 who knows, they might come out with a compact body without the film dial down the road for those who don’t need/want it. But I think the film dial might come in very handy for those times you wanna just push out pics straight out of camera (gotta love the RAW+JPEG option for that). I definitely plan to explore this once my X-T50 shows up.
Great review Sir! Sounds like the XT50 is a great option for photographers who want a smaller, lighter camera with the same image quality as the XT5. The new film simulation dial is a nice touch too
I'm happy because i can still stick with my x-t30 without any fomo. I'll patiently wait fir an x-t60 or a firmware update that makes that film dial into a customisable one 😅 I still have to get used to the round shape of it (it reminds me a bit of the x-e3) but I don't know, 40 mpx maybe is too much for my vintage lenses
21:58 my eyes are bleeding , For the prices they ask for all of their cameras, this is garbage. Its 2024 and the AF is like CDAF only. But hey , You have FILM SIM DIAL
Seems almost perfect to me but I’m not sure I could deal with a £1k camera with no weather sealing in UK weather. I’m not using it in a bag so that rules out using it most of the year in the north
I suspect weather sealing is more of a marketing issue than a real one. I photographed for many years in the Lake District with cameras, film and digital, without any claimed weather sealing. Anyway, just got one and I’m off to Keswick in a month!
It seems like Fuji have been spooked by the explosion of the X100 cameras and are completely reconfiguring the X series in response to that market, leading to strange conflicting decisions. The T50 is seemingly posited as a X100VI alternative, an attractive capable travel cam/accessory for enthusiasts (instead of an entry level tool). But why the 40MP sensor then? Couldn’t they keep it at 26MP and have the nicer EVF? The GFX cameras (while still being quite expensive) retain their value for money, which the X cameras are steadily losing.
Owning both X-T10 and X-T20, as well as X-T1, I can honestly say I have never used the drive dials. I am more likely to use the film simulation dial even if it is a bit crippled, but would have much preferred it being an ISO dial. For me it is a small ergonomic improvement, but not one worth worrying about.
@@richardhale9664 Yes, but this move is squarely aimed at jpeg shooters who like to use film sims...but to RAW shooters it is a backward step when the rest of this camer is excellent. The film sims are great for those who use them, but Fuji should have left the dial alone and coninue with the access to sims via the menu. It wouldn't be so bad if they left the dial blank (as wit the XS10) and made it customisable (again as it is on the XS10)
Beautiful camera but I feel an awkward middle child between the cheaper and excellent X-S20 and its bigger brother X-T5 available for marginally more money.
As always, this is a very detailed review. I shoot mostly Wildlife and Sports, so my choice is the H2s. I had the 100 series, and I liked the camera, but I was always looking for another focal length. I sold my 100V, and when the X-T50 was announced, I decided to give it a try. After using it for a month, I think this camera checks many boxes for beginners and seasoned photographers. It has a full auto mode and the new sim dials. I've found that with the 40-meg sensor with the new kit lens is sharp. IBIS works well, and the best part is Fuji added customizable front and rear dials. I'm able to set this camera up almost identically to my H2s. This is my everyday walkaround camera, and it's a small powerhouse package.
I think Fuji shot itself in the foot with this pricing. The only folks who will buy this are those who get tired of waiting for the X-100VI. It’s too pricey. If they dropped the price by $200-300 these things would be selling like hotcakes… Oh, and you can get the X-T5 for a few hundred more… again, not a smart move from Fuji
Price too high for a dumbed down xt5. 30/30ii is head and shoulders above 50 as an all round baby brother camera and fujifilm know it. For £1300+ with a degraded kit lens it HAS to have meaningful weather sealing.
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Great tech in such a small body but over priced. Should be around the £1000 mark. XT5 is far better value especially at current discounts. Lovely review as usual
Thank you for your review. I’m not sold on the XT50. The biggest objection for this model is the price. I’ve seen used XT5 bodies below the MSRP. I hope Fuji will make the film sims dial programmable in firmware updates. Unlike you, I’m not that tempted to play with the film simulations. I already know what I like. The XT50 is smaller and lighter than the XT5. That is its major selling point. At a lower price it would, for me, be a more compelling proposition. I own a XT30 so I appreciate what the smaller size and lower weight can mean when carrying it all day. The fact that this body is so closely priced compared to a used XT5 causes me to pause. This is a competent body and hope it sells well. Mask On Nurse Marty (Ret)
I agree, if the X-T5 can be had for a similar price, I'd go for that. Even though it's larger, it's not that much bigger and I prefer its ergonomics. But as I noted in the video, we're comparing launch price of X-T50 against discounted 1 year price of X-T5. Give it a year and there will be a gap between them.
Hello. Excellent video review, as usual. Owner of a X-T20. So still comparing to it. Much better performance and ergonomics but I'd have liked 1) a fixture for an interchangeable eyecup. I added a rubber eyecup to my X-T20 but it's fixed on the hot shoe, so the flash unit becomes unavailable 2) return of a d-pad. None = 4 less customizable buttons 3) customizable film sim dial, please: one dial dedicated to film sims REALLY??? With the new 16-50, 1899€. Launch price but IMHO somethig like 10% less would seem more "reasonable". Maybe fear of it cannibalizing the X-T5 sales if cheaper?
How often does anyone change the film simulation once they’ve found the one they prefer? The drive dial was way more useful and its exclusion from the X-T50 is a deal breaker for me.
I've been shooting with Fujifilm cameras for years and personally speaking I regularly switch between my four or five favourite Film Sims every day when out and about. Again, it's differs for each person, but I personally change the Film Sim more often than the drive mode, so the dial suits me fine, but it would have been more flexible as a blank customisable one.
Better, I think, to crop in post for a better outcome. Digital crop discards outside pixels, you can do the same thing in your computer with the aditional flexibility of choosing which pixels to discard.
I am trying to decide on a new light camera to take eon multi-day hiking trips, as well to replace my full frame Z6 for other hiking and traveling. I was looking at the XT-30 ii for the lightweight but like the IBIS of the XT-50. Of course I also like the weather sealing of the XT-5 but am worried that all the little incremental weight adds (XT-30 to XT-50 to XT-5) will make the XT-5 feel heavy and defeat the purpose of my switch. Thoughts?
@@donhutchison9289 yeah same I decided to go with the xt50 because I really want it to be as lightweight as possible for walking. It depends on your weight tolerance, I am very sensitive and XT5 is still too much for me. Personally around 600g is my maximum where it does not bother me much, and XT50 + a XF23/35/50 is around 600g which is enough. The XT5 stars with 720g with the lenses mentioned and + filter it is a little too much for me.
lol i hate it too that's why i mapped the Q button to be electronic level so i can stay in a shooting mode if i accidentally pressed it, and mapped AEL to the quick menu
Excellent review and the best one yet. Amateur, mainly travel photographer with my X-Pro2 and 16-55 who’s looking for less bulk and weight and IBIS for the 70-300. Seriously thinking of the X-T50 and 16-80 lens; and travelling with them plus the 70-300 and 8mm. Plus my GR-III in my “cold dead hands”! As an aside I normally add a handgrip but read the compact size makes this difficult as one’s fingers graze the lens. Keep up the good work.
"The Fujifilm X-T50 becomes a compelling camera at its price point...." You got to be kidding me!😅 The only place where I hear good words being spoken about the X-T50 is on RUclips. Let's not kid ourselves. It's overpriced and the film simulation dial should not have placed there. I say, X-T30II or the X-T5. If you want to pay more, I suggest looking at Sony's excellent full frame sensor cameras and lenses. Fujifilm has lost it here. They are merely capitalizing on the crazy sales of the X100VI.
@@cameralabs you got 6 stops on S5ii review :D double a74 and 50% more than this. It's wild that they report these false numbers when anyone can test and disprove. Isn't good for credibility
So the dial only changes the film simulation? Is there any ability to save any settings like shadows/colour chrome/white balance adjustments etc? If not that is a huge missed opportunity to save custom recipes directly on the dial.
Well the main problem is the price. Way to expensive. For 150-250€ you can get already the X-T5. The X-Txx series was always a sub 1000€ camera. The X-S series used to be more expensive. Should have been maximum priced like the X-S20
It's a strange move from this firm. Install a “dead” battery and offer a camera for such money. For another 900$ it would be interesting even with a 26MP sensor
Soon all Fuji cams will cost the same. It is ridiculous. It seems like xh2 with a 23 f2 is an ideal Fuji combo. You can find it with a good discount now. X S20 is also good, but, again, not much cheeper. I love Fuji, but I am confused with their lineup
.....and with the 40mp sensor - but NOT with that new dial. Apparently, according to Fuji rumors, they are bring out the XE5 but not this year...maybe 2025
On the x-t20 you could assign Avd effects (from the drive dial) to a function button, so you could switch between the effects quicker. Can you do that on the x-t50?
I answer all comments! I'd need them side by side, but since they share the same processor, I suspect they would have v similar AF. Also see my XS20 review
For the pricing of the X-T50, go with the X-S20. Same processor, same Ibis, nicer grip. 26MP is more than enough. Reala Ace will also be released for X-S20
Did fuji skip the xt40? Yes they did! - this is the camera i was looking for. I got the xt30ii a year ago, Limited but compact and a capable camera when i do t want to lug my r5 with me… I think i know what will be under my cmas tree :)
Hi Gordon, Great review. Question: Is there any way to change from AF to Manual focus via the button settings? I find the M-C-S button on the front truly UNINTUITIVE because you have to flip the body around to see the setting. Is there any way to change it in settings?
Hi Gordon, I can get the XS20 or XT50 for roughly the same price with the new 16-50mm lens. Which would you choose as a stills/video hybrid as I want, for everyday general shooting?
Kia Ora Gordon - Great review mate 👏 I'm gonna have a hard time choosing between a used XT5 and a new XT50 then haha. This looks like a nice lighter setup 👍 Ka Pai! and hope you are well 😁
HI! I need an opinion, I'm about to buy the XT 50 to travel around the world in the next few years. However, I am evaluating the right objective. Can I ask you which one do you consider best for a beginner bike? I had thought about the kit with which the 16-50 is sold, or in your opinion is a 16-80 which I really like or an all-rounder 18-135 better? I thank you :)
It's a balance between range vs size and weight for me. And if you're backpacking, maybe lighter is better. The 16-80 would probably be my choice, but again it depends what you want to carry and if you have a need to zoom longer still.
@@Nixian1996 there's a lot of concern over the 40mp sensor that's not justified in my view! Basically as you increase the res of a sensor, you'll just notice differences between the lenses more. You will get more out of the 16-40 with a 40mp than a 26mp, but obviously a sharper lens will get even more still. I'd say out of the zooms, it's fine. If you want max quality out of any sensor, you'll want a sharper lens, like one of their recent primes. I really like the 23 f1.4 LM, but having just one fixed lens is a bit of a push for travel. That said, I've only travelled with my X100V which only has a 23mm lens for the last 3 years and love how it forced me to think and compose.
I'd like a review of the new kit lens. The old one had macro and stabilization. A film sim.knob replacing ISO seems odd. Why not dedicate the sim an option on the dials? Since people shooting 40.keg pics probably want raw, there goes your son till post. Which makes sense. I don't mind warming up my white balance a bit.
Gordon, thanks for your in-depth review of the X-T5. Question: I have heard from different reviewers that the 40 MP sensor performs differently with different Fujifilm lenses, including accuracy for AF. Would you feel comfortable recommending Fujifilm lenses OVER Canon lenses, or Nikon lenses? I ask because I am considering buying a Fuji, again. I bought the X-T1 in 2015 and felt compelled to return it due to AF problems. I never had the same kinds of problems with AF with Nikon, Canon, or Olympus.
I'd recommend pairing it with their latest lenses for the best results. It's like any camera system, it'll work with older lenses, but maybe not as well
I have been using the X-T3 mercilessly as a walking camera since its release, having taken more than 500 thousand frames with it. In anticipation of it's death, I am looking for a replacement, but this camera clearly cannot become it. I just don't understand the button layout of the two-digit series, and the new film simulation wheel doesn't add any convenience for me. It seems like i'll get some lightly used X-T4 in the end.
Hi for traveling do you suggest going with the A6700 or fuji XS20? i'm scared of the autofocus performance and handheld video stabilization with the XS20 because i will be solo and filming and taking picture myself, i'm not professional this is only for travel and memories i will use it with sigma 18 50
Excellent video Gordan, very intriguing camera. Not owning a Fuji camera, this one ticks a lot of boxes though the pricing is Fuji too! Thanks for sharing!
Yes it makes no sense whatsoever for Fuji to put their Unique Selling Point on a dedicated dial, it should instead be buried in a menu. What were they thinking?
@@matusmisik_photography I agree, it's a shame if it doesn't work. I haven't tried it yet, so can't comment, but again i avoid updating firmware or operating systems until there's been some tests done - or unless I'm the one who's doing the tests! if there's a genuine problem, I'm sure they will fix it though.
@@cameralabs i know. Same for x100vi. But my hands are not so little that I would need xt50 instead of xt5. Almost same price. It'll boost the xt5 sells !
If you want to pay that few hundred quid more for a larger, heavier, camera, which I don't. I'll simply wait for the street price to lower. Of course the 30 II is being retained for now if budget is your primary concern.
@@NotAnotherChannel_Channel Yes, that was my point, I choose not to buy the XT5 for the reasons stated, size, weight, cost, making the XT-50 the obvious alternative. That does not matter to you, but it does to others.
Thanks. Your reviews are the best. $1,300 is overpriced. You can get an X-T5 for a few hundred more. No idea why people would pay this but looking at Fujis sales numbers, they apparently are. You will soon be paying $2k for crop sensor cameras. Just say no.
@@cameralabs True but thats more of a niche, video centric model and a flagship camera. The X-T line is supposed to be their consumer budget line. The fact that Fuji were able to completely upgrade the GFX 100SII and release it for $1,000 less than the first one 3 years ago just tells you how badly they are price gouging and ripping us off. This is a whopping $500 more than the previous X-T30. There is zero reason for that, especially considering the much larger sensor in the GFX 100SII costs a lot more to produce than the one inside the X-T50.
Hi Gordon. Adjusted for inflation since release XT 30 body only £1159. Which puts the cost of living crisis into perspective. So the increase in price for the 50 isn’t as steep an increase as it seems. For which you get IBIS, 40 mp and the latest processor.
These are made in China, not Japan. They cost next to nothing to make. That’s why Fujis profits are way up, people overpaying for cameras like this. It should be around $900-$1k.
@@--AnonymousUser-- So you think crop sensor Fuji cameras are priced where they should be? Both Canon and Sony have less expensive and far better bang for the buck crop sensor cameras. Hell, you can get a FF Canon for hundreds of dollars less than Fuji's crop sensor cameras LOL 😂
@@michaelbell75 You don't really know what you are talking about. Plus if one compares the lenses available for Fuji users compared to Canon R Mount? Well for Canon I suggest you sacrifice a kidney to help fund your next R lens.
@@cameralabs Thanks. I read around that the x-t5 gets really close to Sony system as per af. Not same sure, but close. I Don't care actually about video.
@@cameralabs I compare it with xf18-55 mainly, are there enough improvement? No. Even aperture is narrower, I think fuji afraids of killing xf16-55. I wish fuji releases smaller f2.8 version of xf16-55. I am gonna use my sigma 18-50, I even wanna move to Nikon. Fuji makes its customers unhappy.
18-55 is really poor on 40mp. Close focusing etc etc on new lens is so much better. A slight decrease in aperture (by small, I mean relative to jump to fast primes) is a fair trade to me. You can do most of what you could in 18-55, but also do lots of other things too. The aperture/creative/light limitation of this lens and 18-55 are broadly similar. Need more light/shallow dog, go to a prime (or 16-55, but even that is struggling with 40mp wide open from my experience)
As usual, the best review of the XT50 - great job Gordon. Well, my main disappointment...as a RAW shooter....is the addition of that gimmicky film sim dial. Why not leave it as accessible via the menu as before? This effectively reduces the XT50 to a jpeg shooter's camera. As most RAW shooters, I never use these presets so adding a dedicated dial that isn't even customisable is a backword step. Yes, film sims are popular to jpeg shooters and is great to have.....but not at the expense of turning a pricey, otherwise excellent camera into a dumbed down piece of kit. I wanted this camera as an everyday carry round and baby brother to my XT5...but this may just be a deal breaker
@@cameralabs ......And there lies the dilemma!! I really wanted the new sensor, processor and IBIS in a smaller body....the really unnecessary (in my opinion) introduction of this (un-programable) jpeg only dial is a waste of a dial for RAW. I may still get this camera because of the main benefits and try to get used to something I will never use!! If only they had made it programable. The XS10's film sim dial is blank and programable so maybe Fuji will bring out a firmware upgrade to make the film sim dial programable too
@@NJM1948 The really bad news is that even the FS1,2,3 positions are useless to me as a jpeg shooter as I can not assign them to custom recipe slots. Meaning that even I as a jpeg shooter will have that dial permanently set to C. Fuji are just weird, they develop the firmware to enable custom recipes but then don't take the logical step of adding custom slots to a new purpose built dial.
Hi could you please do a comparaison between the XS20 vs A6700, i can't find any reviews that go into detail like i would like to know the difference in Autofocus for both photo and video but also the handheld stabilization because fuji ibis is known to be bad in video and jumpy. handheld stabilization when walking, panning thank you
Gordon, thank you for another excellent, balanced review. You almost convinced me that the new film sim. dial is worth having. The Drive button looks powerful enough for most purposes. My main complaint is the surplus MPs. Who really needs 40? There's so much nonsense doing the rounds about resolution. Still, Fuji seems to have got quite a lot right with this one. I have an X-T5 and am debating swopping it for the X-T50, as I like smaller bodies.
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03:06 - Fujifilm X-T50 size and weight
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11:57 - Fujifilm X-T50 bursts
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21:49 - Fujifilm X-T50 movie autofocus
22:51 - Fujifilm X-T50 movie IBIS stabilization
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Lol the people freaking out about the film simulation dial 😂 This camera isn’t for you! Simple as that. (Plenty of Fujifilm cameras without a film simulation dial, like EVERY SINGLE ONE minus the X-T50).
Exactly!
My thoughts exactly 😂
You're right of course but I wanted an uprated X-T20. The film simulation dial is useless to me as I only shoot in RAW.
@@rogerhampton2844 who knows, they might come out with a compact body without the film dial down the road for those who don’t need/want it. But I think the film dial might come in very handy for those times you wanna just push out pics straight out of camera (gotta love the RAW+JPEG option for that). I definitely plan to explore this once my X-T50 shows up.
@@rogerhampton2844 thank for that. I feel so much better now I have this information.
Great review Sir! Sounds like the XT50 is a great option for photographers who want a smaller, lighter camera with the same image quality as the XT5. The new film simulation dial is a nice touch too
How did You figure that out, Sherlock? 😂
@@m4rcin847 🥲
I'm happy because i can still stick with my x-t30 without any fomo. I'll patiently wait fir an x-t60 or a firmware update that makes that film dial into a customisable one 😅 I still have to get used to the round shape of it (it reminds me a bit of the x-e3) but I don't know, 40 mpx maybe is too much for my vintage lenses
21:58 my eyes are bleeding , For the prices they ask for all of their cameras, this is garbage. Its 2024 and the AF is like CDAF only. But hey , You have FILM SIM DIAL
i miss your Seagull in Flight Autofocus test.
You are the ONLY one on youtube doing a real AF test.
I need a long lens for that and I only had the 16-50, so not ideal for wildlife!
Seems almost perfect to me but I’m not sure I could deal with a £1k camera with no weather sealing in UK weather. I’m not using it in a bag so that rules out using it most of the year in the north
I suspect weather sealing is more of a marketing issue than a real one. I photographed for many years in the Lake District with cameras, film and digital, without any claimed weather sealing. Anyway, just got one and I’m off to Keswick in a month!
I like this camera, will fit nicely in my hiking pack!
It seems like Fuji have been spooked by the explosion of the X100 cameras and are completely reconfiguring the X series in response to that market, leading to strange conflicting decisions. The T50 is seemingly posited as a X100VI alternative, an attractive capable travel cam/accessory for enthusiasts (instead of an entry level tool). But why the 40MP sensor then? Couldn’t they keep it at 26MP and have the nicer EVF?
The GFX cameras (while still being quite expensive) retain their value for money, which the X cameras are steadily losing.
What do you mean by niver EVF? I dont understand
To me the film simulation dial is kind of a wasted dial. Leaving drive mode on that dial would get more use
I think that depends on the owner. I thought it might be an issue for me, but it wasn't
It would have been easier to overlook if they had made the dial customisable and maybe even blank as is the case on the XS10...oh well!
Owning both X-T10 and X-T20, as well as X-T1, I can honestly say I have never used the drive dials. I am more likely to use the film simulation dial even if it is a bit crippled, but would have much preferred it being an ISO dial. For me it is a small ergonomic improvement, but not one worth worrying about.
@@richardhale9664 Yes, but this move is squarely aimed at jpeg shooters who like to use film sims...but to RAW shooters it is a backward step when the rest of this camer is excellent. The film sims are great for those who use them, but Fuji should have left the dial alone and coninue with the access to sims via the menu. It wouldn't be so bad if they left the dial blank (as wit the XS10) and made it customisable (again as it is on the XS10)
@@NJM1948
You don't hide the Unique Selling Point of your cameras in a menu so I do get the dial, just not the lack of custom positions on it.
A serious and less expensive replacement for the overpopular X100vi.
X-H2 + X-T50, the perfect combo. The X-T50 + 27 pancake fits in a large pocket.
This sounds great a smaller X-T5 with 40mp a new film simulation dial are great for photographers who's seeking great images in a small package.
Beautiful camera but I feel an awkward middle child between the cheaper and excellent X-S20 and its bigger brother X-T5 available for marginally more money.
wow, it seems new camera models being baked faster than smartphone iterations ,nice
As always, this is a very detailed review. I shoot mostly Wildlife and Sports, so my choice is the H2s. I had the 100 series, and I liked the camera, but I was always looking for another focal length. I sold my 100V, and when the X-T50 was announced, I decided to give it a try. After using it for a month, I think this camera checks many boxes for beginners and seasoned photographers. It has a full auto mode and the new sim dials. I've found that with the 40-meg sensor with the new kit lens is sharp. IBIS works well, and the best part is Fuji added customizable front and rear dials. I'm able to set this camera up almost identically to my H2s. This is my everyday walkaround camera, and it's a small powerhouse package.
How does the weather resistance compare to the X100v?
I think Fuji shot itself in the foot with this pricing. The only folks who will buy this are those who get tired of waiting for the X-100VI. It’s too pricey. If they dropped the price by $200-300 these things would be selling like hotcakes…
Oh, and you can get the X-T5 for a few hundred more… again, not a smart move from Fuji
Price too high for a dumbed down xt5. 30/30ii is head and shoulders above 50 as an all round baby brother camera and fujifilm know it. For £1300+ with a degraded kit lens it HAS to have meaningful weather sealing.
Wow, Gordon. You have been very busy lately. Although I have no interest in buying APS-C cameras, I like watching your reviews. Thanks for your hard work.
You're welcome! It has been a busy time!
So many cry babies . i rather buy xt-5 bla bla bla . Different price and smaller what your point bruh
I just bought a canon 400D with a nifty fifty and I have to move out of my apartment cos there is no longer room for me there.
Great tech in such a small body but over priced. Should be around the £1000 mark. XT5 is far better value especially at current discounts. Lovely review as usual
maybe since Fujifilm added 40MP sensor with IBIS, and some bells and whistles from X-T5
Only added about $200 to x100 vi which upgraded to same sensor and processor and IBIS. $500 increase is ridiculous.
@@davidcompton4885Maybe Fuji wanted to become Leica in the future
Thank you for your review.
I’m not sold on the XT50. The biggest objection for this model is the price. I’ve seen used XT5 bodies below the MSRP. I hope Fuji will make the film sims dial programmable in firmware updates. Unlike you, I’m not that tempted to play with the film simulations. I already know what I like.
The XT50 is smaller and lighter than the XT5. That is its major selling point. At a lower price it would, for me, be a more compelling proposition. I own a XT30 so I appreciate what the smaller size and lower weight can mean when carrying it all day. The fact that this body is so closely priced compared to a used XT5 causes me to pause. This is a competent body and hope it sells well.
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I agree, if the X-T5 can be had for a similar price, I'd go for that. Even though it's larger, it's not that much bigger and I prefer its ergonomics. But as I noted in the video, we're comparing launch price of X-T50 against discounted 1 year price of X-T5. Give it a year and there will be a gap between them.
So detailed and useful. I now confused what to buy.
Hello. Excellent video review, as usual.
Owner of a X-T20. So still comparing to it.
Much better performance and ergonomics but I'd have liked
1) a fixture for an interchangeable eyecup. I added a rubber eyecup to my X-T20 but it's fixed on the hot shoe, so the flash unit becomes unavailable
2) return of a d-pad. None = 4 less customizable buttons
3) customizable film sim dial, please: one dial dedicated to film sims REALLY???
With the new 16-50, 1899€. Launch price but IMHO somethig like 10% less would seem more "reasonable". Maybe fear of it cannibalizing the X-T5 sales if cheaper?
I'm sure it will go down over time, but at launch the XT5 is rather close
How often does anyone change the film simulation once they’ve found the one they prefer? The drive dial was way more useful and its exclusion from the X-T50 is a deal breaker for me.
I've been shooting with Fujifilm cameras for years and personally speaking I regularly switch between my four or five favourite Film Sims every day when out and about. Again, it's differs for each person, but I personally change the Film Sim more often than the drive mode, so the dial suits me fine, but it would have been more flexible as a blank customisable one.
Excellent video 😊!
Thanks!
Is the x-t50 capable of digital zoom crop like the x100vi from 35mm -50-70 (ff equivalent)
Better, I think, to crop in post for a better outcome. Digital crop discards outside pixels, you can do the same thing in your computer with the aditional flexibility of choosing which pixels to discard.
@@oneeyedphotographer
Shoot jpeg+raw and have the benefit of both.
weight difference sounds very small on paper to the xt-5, how did it feel for you?
I am trying to decide on a new light camera to take eon multi-day hiking trips, as well to replace my full frame Z6 for other hiking and traveling. I was looking at the XT-30 ii for the lightweight but like the IBIS of the XT-50. Of course I also like the weather sealing of the XT-5 but am worried that all the little incremental weight adds (XT-30 to XT-50 to XT-5) will make the XT-5 feel heavy and defeat the purpose of my switch.
Thoughts?
@@donhutchison9289 yeah same I decided to go with the xt50 because I really want it to be as lightweight as possible for walking. It depends on your weight tolerance, I am very sensitive and XT5 is still too much for me. Personally around 600g is my maximum where it does not bother me much, and XT50 + a XF23/35/50 is around 600g which is enough. The XT5 stars with 720g with the lenses mentioned and + filter it is a little too much for me.
That should read primo not promo
DOES IT HAVE INTERNAL ND FILTER? NOT ONE REVIEWER HAS MENTIONED THIS.
No.
I love my XT30 except for the Q button placement lol. Glad they fixed it this time.
lol i hate it too that's why i mapped the Q button to be electronic level so i can stay in a shooting mode if i accidentally pressed it, and mapped AEL to the quick menu
Excellent review and the best one yet. Amateur, mainly travel photographer with my X-Pro2 and 16-55 who’s looking for less bulk and weight and IBIS for the 70-300. Seriously thinking of the X-T50 and 16-80 lens; and travelling with them plus the 70-300 and 8mm. Plus my GR-III in my “cold dead hands”! As an aside I normally add a handgrip but read the compact size makes this difficult as one’s fingers graze the lens. Keep up the good work.
"The Fujifilm X-T50 becomes a compelling camera at its price point...."
You got to be kidding me!😅
The only place where I hear good words being spoken about the X-T50 is on RUclips.
Let's not kid ourselves. It's overpriced and the film simulation dial should not have placed there.
I say, X-T30II or the X-T5. If you want to pay more, I suggest looking at Sony's excellent full frame sensor cameras and lenses.
Fujifilm has lost it here. They are merely capitalizing on the crazy sales of the X100VI.
fuji calls 4 stops of ibis 7 stops... wtf
thanks for the heads up Mr. Laing
To be fair, I never get anywhere near the quoted compensation from ANY system.
@@cameralabs you got 6 stops on S5ii review :D double a74 and 50% more than this.
It's wild that they report these false numbers when anyone can test and disprove. Isn't good for credibility
So the dial only changes the film simulation? Is there any ability to save any settings like shadows/colour chrome/white balance adjustments etc? If not that is a huge missed opportunity to save custom recipes directly on the dial.
No, only the film sims
How many dials do you actually need.
Well the main problem is the price. Way to expensive. For 150-250€ you can get already the X-T5.
The X-Txx series was always a sub 1000€ camera. The X-S series used to be more expensive.
Should have been maximum priced like the X-S20
Won't this mean that Fuji will never be able to give out new film simulations?
Remember there's some custom positions where you can choose from a bigger list.
It's a strange move from this firm. Install a “dead” battery and offer a camera for such money. For another 900$ it would be interesting even with a 26MP sensor
Soon all Fuji cams will cost the same. It is ridiculous. It seems like xh2 with a 23 f2 is an ideal Fuji combo. You can find it with a good discount now. X S20 is also good, but, again, not much cheeper. I love Fuji, but I am confused with their lineup
Fujifilms biggest problem: they have to stay true to their recognizable body shape and will hardly ever improve ergonomics.
Next should be 40MP version of the FUJIFILM X-S20. That might be far cooler.
I have an xt 5 and love it. I've handled the XT50 and it feels really promo. I'd add the XT 50 to my bag but I want to stay married.
Overpriced by about 400-500, so no, I'll stick with what I already have.
That battery alone would deter me from getting that camera. Battery plus poor AF. Never!
If it had an ISO dial, I'd buy it.
How about the X-T5?
The X-T50 seems to be very intersting, but my preference goes to a future X-E5, with IBIS
I hope they make one...
@@cameralabs According to Fujirumors, rumor this week, they will but for 2025.
.....and with the 40mp sensor - but NOT with that new dial. Apparently, according to Fuji rumors, they are bring out the XE5 but not this year...maybe 2025
On the x-t20 you could assign Avd effects (from the drive dial) to a function button, so you could switch between the effects quicker. Can you do that on the x-t50?
I don't get the strategy behind this ... X-Txx used to be priced as an 'entry drug' to get you into the system.
The xt30 still does that
I'm on my 6th GFX - but I can stop anytime I want.....
@@nelsonclub7722 :D
Can you please compare with X-S20?
Give more importance to Autofous accuracy and speed.
please upvote this comment so Gordon can see it!
I answer all comments! I'd need them side by side, but since they share the same processor, I suspect they would have v similar AF. Also see my XS20 review
For the pricing of the X-T50, go with the X-S20. Same processor, same Ibis, nicer grip.
26MP is more than enough. Reala Ace will also be released for X-S20
@@MaxR. is 26 megapixel enough for everyone.
Did fuji skip the xt40? Yes they did! - this is the camera i was looking for. I got the xt30ii a year ago, Limited but compact and a capable camera when i do t want to lug my r5 with me…
I think i know what will be under my cmas tree :)
The best reviewer out there, thanks Gordon 👍👍
Thankyou!
he is really really good :)
@@u982245 thanks!
@@cameralabs my pleasure, have been a subscriber for a long time and will continue to be one for a long time :)
SX 20 better
A update of the 18mm f2 pancake would be nice.
is the film simulation dial customizable?
Apparently not
You get 3 positions that you can customise.
You can customise three of the positions to different film sims, but you can't make it adjust, say, iso or drive mode
@@cameralabs not sure I can bring myself to pay $1500 for a camera with a completely useless dial sitting in prime position.
@@thomashill5768 fair enough!
Hi Gordon, Great review. Question: Is there any way to change from AF to Manual focus via the button settings? I find the M-C-S button on the front truly UNINTUITIVE because you have to flip the body around to see the setting. Is there any way to change it in settings?
Good point, but I don't think there's an alternative as it's a dedicated, fixed control.
Hi Gordon, I can get the XS20 or XT50 for roughly the same price with the new 16-50mm lens. Which would you choose as a stills/video hybrid as I want, for everyday general shooting?
Fujifilm would say the XS20, as it has the mode dial and flip out screen, but I'd base it now on which you prefer the look of.
Sure it is a freat camera but not for that price.
Kia Ora Gordon - Great review mate 👏 I'm gonna have a hard time choosing between a used XT5 and a new XT50 then haha. This looks like a nice lighter setup 👍 Ka Pai! and hope you are well 😁
Hi! I'd go for the xt5 as it's still small
Future Fuji video? Compare CCD sensor S5 Pro to XT5/XT50 image quality; (maybe MBP can loan you one..).
Yes, that would be fun. I actually have one of the S Pro DSLRs
The price is a bad joke tho...
HI! I need an opinion, I'm about to buy the XT 50 to travel around the world in the next few years. However, I am evaluating the right objective. Can I ask you which one do you consider best for a beginner bike? I had thought about the kit with which the 16-50 is sold, or in your opinion is a 16-80 which I really like or an all-rounder 18-135 better? I thank you :)
It's a balance between range vs size and weight for me. And if you're backpacking, maybe lighter is better. The 16-80 would probably be my choice, but again it depends what you want to carry and if you have a need to zoom longer still.
@@cameralabs thanks for your time. Does the 16-80 have problems with the 40 megapixel sensor of the XT-50 in your opinion?
@@Nixian1996 there's a lot of concern over the 40mp sensor that's not justified in my view! Basically as you increase the res of a sensor, you'll just notice differences between the lenses more. You will get more out of the 16-40 with a 40mp than a 26mp, but obviously a sharper lens will get even more still. I'd say out of the zooms, it's fine. If you want max quality out of any sensor, you'll want a sharper lens, like one of their recent primes. I really like the 23 f1.4 LM, but having just one fixed lens is a bit of a push for travel. That said, I've only travelled with my X100V which only has a 23mm lens for the last 3 years and love how it forced me to think and compose.
@@cameralabs Thank you so much for your time
I'd like a review of the new kit lens. The old one had macro and stabilization. A film sim.knob replacing ISO seems odd. Why not dedicate the sim an option on the dials? Since people shooting 40.keg pics probably want raw, there goes your son till post. Which makes sense. I don't mind warming up my white balance a bit.
I have reviewed the new kit lens!
It seems to me that 5th gen Fuji sensor has more punchier colors versus previous one more muted. Am I correct?
When I shot film, I did not like Fujifilm colours, there's a whole dial wasted for me.
If you don't like Fujifilm colours, why consider a Fujifilm camera?
Great review, thank you! Completely 'off-topic' but what is the camera body/lens combination on the shelf behind your right shoulder? 🤔
Not off-topic at all - it's the X-T50 and new kit zoom!
I’d rather get the X-T5 for basically the same price.
As I said in the review, if the X-T5 is similar in price, go for it.
thanks gordon
You're welcome!
It seems to me that colors on new 5th gen sensor are punchier and more vivid compared to previous one with more flat and muted colors. Am I correct?
I haven't noticed much change, it may be the film sims people are using to demo or review
Does the xt50 have less, more, or same weather resistance as the X100v?
They dont quote it for these models, but having used them both, I'd say similar (and below top models). Plus you need the filter kit for x100
Gordon, thanks for your in-depth review of the X-T5. Question: I have heard from different reviewers that the 40 MP sensor performs differently with different Fujifilm lenses, including accuracy for AF. Would you feel comfortable recommending Fujifilm lenses OVER Canon lenses, or Nikon lenses? I ask because I am considering buying a Fuji, again. I bought the X-T1 in 2015 and felt compelled to return it due to AF problems. I never had the same kinds of problems with AF with Nikon, Canon, or Olympus.
I'd recommend pairing it with their latest lenses for the best results. It's like any camera system, it'll work with older lenses, but maybe not as well
@@cameralabs Thank you
Is the top plate mostly magnesium alloy like X-T30?
just buy the xt5 💀
Did you lose the USB-C to 3.5 cable?
No
Nothing can beat my XT3
Film simulation dial gimmicky. Overpriced. Just get a used xt5
If you are happy with the increased size and weight and having a second-hand camera. Which many are not.
@@JackBurton-qp4hc true
I have been using the X-T3 mercilessly as a walking camera since its release, having taken more than 500 thousand frames with it. In anticipation of it's death, I am looking for a replacement, but this camera clearly cannot become it. I just don't understand the button layout of the two-digit series, and the new film simulation wheel doesn't add any convenience for me. It seems like i'll get some lightly used X-T4 in the end.
Yep, an XT4 or XT5 would be best for you
Pity the person who ends up buying your lightly used XT-3
Hi for traveling do you suggest going with the A6700 or fuji XS20? i'm scared of the autofocus performance and handheld video stabilization with the XS20 because i will be solo and filming and taking picture myself, i'm not professional this is only for travel and memories
i will use it with sigma 18 50
Have you watched my reviews of each camera?
@@cameralabs yes but it's hard to compare both when they are not in the same scene or conditions
21:44 😄
Excellent video Gordan, very intriguing camera. Not owning a Fuji camera, this one ticks a lot of boxes though the pricing is Fuji too! Thanks for sharing!
I know the Film Simulation Dial is stock. My question is if you can store custom recipes in the X-T50?
I'm not sure, I'll try to find out for sure
@@cameralabs
Of course you can store custom recipes in slots as before! I think you meant you can't store them on the dial. 🙂
The storing of custom recipes remains the same. You have to turn the film simulation dial to C to use the custom recipe slots as before.
A film sim dial is the most ridiculous choice. What were they thinking?
Yes it makes no sense whatsoever for Fuji to put their Unique Selling Point on a dedicated dial, it should instead be buried in a menu. What were they thinking?
The Fuji employee who is responsible for xpro and XT 1-5 series now lives in Germany I believe so new chief designer?
What can you do about the fact it’s not water sealed? I want to use it in the UK ☔️
Just don't get it too wet, it's no problem
@@cameralabs thanks!! and I like the compact lens of the x100vi, which lens do you recommend for this camera? Like a pancake lens
Why spend money on new body if last firmware update destroyed autofocus on xt5/xh2/xh2s/xs20
Who told you to update the firmware? It's optional and always a risk until thoroughly tested
Fujifilm announced at the summit in February that they have developed a new and improved autofocus system.
And what's happened?
I think people trust Fujifilm what they said 🤔
@@matusmisik_photography I agree, it's a shame if it doesn't work. I haven't tried it yet, so can't comment, but again i avoid updating firmware or operating systems until there's been some tests done - or unless I'm the one who's doing the tests! if there's a genuine problem, I'm sure they will fix it though.
Battery and card place is a total deal breaker at this price point
I don't like it either, but it's a compromise for small bodies from most companies
@@cameralabs i know. Same for x100vi. But my hands are not so little that I would need xt50 instead of xt5. Almost same price. It'll boost the xt5 sells !
Is the lack of the hybrid viewfinder like the X100VI a big deal?
Not for me as I never use it.
The OVF on my X100T ended up never being used. The lens is partially seen in the view, with lens hood it is worse.
For only a few hundred quid more, the XT5 is more attractive, especially as you said with discounts.
It can be close on price, definitely
If you want to pay that few hundred quid more for a larger, heavier, camera, which I don't. I'll simply wait for the street price to lower.
Of course the 30 II is being retained for now if budget is your primary concern.
@@JackBurton-qp4hc It’s a matter of choice. I use the XT5 for street and with prime lenses. I have not felt weight to be a constraint.
@@NotAnotherChannel_Channel
Yes, that was my point, I choose not to buy the XT5 for the reasons stated, size, weight, cost, making the XT-50 the obvious alternative. That does not matter to you, but it does to others.
Thanks. Your reviews are the best. $1,300 is overpriced. You can get an X-T5 for a few hundred more. No idea why people would pay this but looking at Fujis sales numbers, they apparently are. You will soon be paying $2k for crop sensor cameras. Just say no.
The xh series are already over 2k
@@cameralabs True but thats more of a niche, video centric model and a flagship camera. The X-T line is supposed to be their consumer budget line. The fact that Fuji were able to completely upgrade the GFX 100SII and release it for $1,000 less than the first one 3 years ago just tells you how badly they are price gouging and ripping us off. This is a whopping $500 more than the previous X-T30. There is zero reason for that, especially considering the much larger sensor in the GFX 100SII costs a lot more to produce than the one inside the X-T50.
@michaelbell75
You have to take into account inflation. Take the X-T30 launch price and add inflation.
@@JackBurton-qp4hc Then why is the GFX 100SII $1,000 cheaper than the previous model 3 years ago? Same inflation….
@@michaelbell75
Because the development costs have been depreciated and yields increased, lowering the unit cost. It's not rocket science!
Does this use the same batteries as any other camera in the Fuji lineup? The Fuji GFX100 uses the same as Fuji XT-5 - Thanks
Just like the one from Xt3 xt20 xt30
What the reply said! If you search for the battery type you'll see it used in quite a few others.
@@ctrlisme Cool thanks
@@cameralabs Splendid
Hi Gordon. Adjusted for inflation since release XT 30 body only £1159. Which puts the cost of living crisis into perspective.
So the increase in price for the 50 isn’t as steep an increase as it seems. For which you get IBIS, 40 mp and the latest processor.
yes, that's right!
These are made in China, not Japan. They cost next to nothing to make. That’s why Fujis profits are way up, people overpaying for cameras like this. It should be around $900-$1k.
@@michaelbell75 Overpaying he says LOL 😂
@@--AnonymousUser-- So you think crop sensor Fuji cameras are priced where they should be? Both Canon and Sony have less expensive and far better bang for the buck crop sensor cameras. Hell, you can get a FF Canon for hundreds of dollars less than Fuji's crop sensor cameras LOL 😂
@@michaelbell75 You don't really know what you are talking about.
Plus if one compares the lenses available for Fuji users compared to Canon R Mount?
Well for Canon I suggest you sacrifice a kidney to help fund your next R lens.
This 40MP camera is USD 1400. Nikon & Sony offers 40MP for USD 2000. No brainer to decide which to buy. 😊
what about the af-c? Is it as good as the X-T5? is it a bit closer to Sony Alpha system?
Since they share the same sensor and processor it should be equal to the X-T5. It isn't going to be as the Sony.
As the other reply says, it's essentially the same as xt5, and neither are as good as Sony for AF, especially for video.
@@cameralabs Thanks. I read around that the x-t5 gets really close to Sony system as per af. Not same sure, but close. I Don't care actually about video.
@@tommasoavati maybe depends what you're shooting. I find it not as good for wildlife or sports in motion
@@cameralabsok I get it. I do street though. Maybe sports is more demanding
First comment 😁
No second, and it's not even a comment on the video. Maybe watch the content then comment on it.
Does it have digital zoom? 1.4x and 2x like the x-t5? Thanks
I'm not sure, but most menu features are shared, so I'd guess yes.
Garbage kit lens❤
No it's not, I've reviewed it separately. Have you?
@@cameralabs I compare it with xf18-55 mainly, are there enough improvement? No. Even aperture is narrower, I think fuji afraids of killing xf16-55. I wish fuji releases smaller f2.8 version of xf16-55. I am gonna use my sigma 18-50, I even wanna move to Nikon. Fuji makes its customers unhappy.
18-55 is really poor on 40mp. Close focusing etc etc on new lens is so much better. A slight decrease in aperture (by small, I mean relative to jump to fast primes) is a fair trade to me. You can do most of what you could in 18-55, but also do lots of other things too.
The aperture/creative/light limitation of this lens and 18-55 are broadly similar. Need more light/shallow dog, go to a prime (or 16-55, but even that is struggling with 40mp wide open from my experience)
@@user-sk4dv4kn2m thanks for your sensible comment!
If budget permits, would you say the xt5 is still a good value purchase ?
Definitely, it's one of my favourite cameras.
No, the xt6 will be coming soon.
@@r423sdex no it won’t be out this year
As usual, the best review of the XT50 - great job Gordon. Well, my main disappointment...as a RAW shooter....is the addition of that gimmicky film sim dial. Why not leave it as accessible via the menu as before? This effectively reduces the XT50 to a jpeg shooter's camera. As most RAW shooters, I never use these presets so adding a dedicated dial that isn't even customisable is a backword step. Yes, film sims are popular to jpeg shooters and is great to have.....but not at the expense of turning a pricey, otherwise excellent camera into a dumbed down piece of kit. I wanted this camera as an everyday carry round and baby brother to my XT5...but this may just be a deal breaker
I hear ya, but there's still the X-T30 II, albeit without IBIS.
@@cameralabs ......And there lies the dilemma!! I really wanted the new sensor, processor and IBIS in a smaller body....the really unnecessary (in my opinion) introduction of this (un-programable) jpeg only dial is a waste of a dial for RAW. I may still get this camera because of the main benefits and try to get used to something I will never use!! If only they had made it programable. The XS10's film sim dial is blank and programable so maybe Fuji will bring out a firmware upgrade to make the film sim dial programable too
@@NJM1948
The really bad news is that even the FS1,2,3 positions are useless to me as a jpeg shooter as I can not assign them to custom recipe slots. Meaning that even I as a jpeg shooter will have that dial permanently set to C. Fuji are just weird, they develop the firmware to enable custom recipes but then don't take the logical step of adding custom slots to a new purpose built dial.
@@JackBurton-qp4hc As I said, Fuji should have left things alone....jpeg shooters happy - RAW shooters happy!!!
Best small photo camera
In 2017😂
Hi could you please do a comparaison between the XS20 vs A6700, i can't find any reviews that go into detail like
i would like to know the difference in Autofocus for both photo and video but also the handheld stabilization because fuji ibis is known to be bad in video and jumpy.
handheld stabilization when walking, panning thank you
Gordon, thank you for another excellent, balanced review. You almost convinced me that the new film sim. dial is worth having. The Drive button looks powerful enough for most purposes. My main complaint is the surplus MPs. Who really needs 40? There's so much nonsense doing the rounds about resolution. Still, Fuji seems to have got quite a lot right with this one. I have an X-T5 and am debating swopping it for the X-T50, as I like smaller bodies.