That’s awesome to hear. I’m really a huge fan of the X-T5. I’ve only gotten to shoot with it a small handful of times since I got mine right as slow season started but I’m really looking to use it more.
James what are your top 3 benefits from the change? I'm currently a Sony shooter but watching John Branch's videos has me thinking of switching to Fuji.
@@twotonesmybones John Branch pretty much summed it up in his video lenses are smaller/lighter, the color I get off my Fuji is so much better, the nostalgic feel of there camera bodys I also prefer the tilt screen over the fully articulated screen. Over all just makes me want to go out and shoot with it I love playing with the film simulation recipes
@@jamesrhynard287 I am curious about your experience because I shoot with xt5s but am looking at a7IVs, do you shoot weddigns? And if so do you deliver jpegs with your film simulations?
I am so glad du read this. I switched from Canon to Fuji and bought the xt5. The Sony a7iv was also an option and I am still afraid a made a bad desicion 😅 but I guess it is because I am still confused about the menu. Fuji is a little bit complicated 🙈
Longtime Fuji lurker, made the switch from Sony this year with the XT5! I mostly do interiors, but I do the occasional portrait shoot. The 10-24/4 and the 33/1.4 are my go to lenses. Thanks for the years of encouragement!
So much of what you said rang 100% true to my experiences. I sold my Canon gear on eBay in 2016 (for a pretty good price) and used the proceeds to purchase a Fujifilm's X-T2 and a few lenses (this year I upgraded to the Fujifilm X-T5). It seemed that the older I got, the heavier that Canon gear felt! Speaking of weight, the X-T5 with a 23 or 35 mm lens is so light! BTW, I used to shoot film back in the old days, and the controls on the Fujifilm camera brought me back to the days of shooting film for FUN. And if I want that film look, Fuji's got great film simulations. Man, I could go on-and-on about how much I like my X-T5 (and the X-T2 that I upgraded from).And seriously, if a 40 megapixel image isn't big enough for you, I don't know what you're doing?
I use Fujfilm since X-T2 release (about 2016), when I start shot wedding I think they may not good enough (speed or image quality). At that moment I saw your video on RUclips, you change my mind and I stick with Fuji till now. And I absolutely agree all your point in this video: 1. Good or bad photo depend on photographers but not cameras. 2. Fujifilm design keep the vibe for photography but not shutter controller. 3. Weight is more important when I am getting old (Fuji726g vs Canon1440g) and carrying 6-10hours for wedding. 4. Less editing time for a huge amount of photos. (especially nice Skin tone) If I need to point out a Cons with my 5years wedding experience, I would say face detect and chasing focus, I remember 5years ago, Fuji and Sony is quite the same but now Sony is crazy powerful even low light or wide angle. I wish Fuji upgrade this so I can rely on face detect or continous focus to capture a better walk-in, exit ceremony photos.
I switched from Sony A7iii to two Fuji XT3’s, it’s been a complete game changer. I have more lenses and my photos are better in many ways. If you love the camera design, you love taking photos even more.
@justinsphotographyrochestermn I have both and they have totally different use. If I need DR the a7iii wins hands down. To document my family and kids, walk around and taking pictures or video for fun then the xt-3 all the way. Battery life sucks on the xt3 compared to to a7iii. That’s one of the reasons I might upgrade to the xt4.
I’ve just started my wedding photography journey and started with Sony but soon moved to Fuji after watching John and what a great decision it was. There’s nothing I don’t like. Someone mentioned the AF not being good enough but it works perfectly for me. Like John has said in another video, learn to use the camera. Honestly what is there not to like?
I have all systems, Canon 5D classic, Nikon D4,used to have the a7iv, sold it and got the Fuji XT4 the downside and better price on lenses. Immediately I felt in love with Fuji colors, like John said you don’t need to edit. Recently I switched to the xt5 and that 40mp can compete with any full frame sensor, it’s sharpe as hell. I also recently got a a7rii to shoot with vintage lenses , it’s also very sharp and has more depth of field but I prefer Fuji colors and rendering
And that ladies and gentlemen is the BOTTOM LINE. The images are of excellent quality and good for just family hanging out through expensive weddings!! YES! I am a Nikon FF long term user but also Fuji in the last 2 years and I agree with John's assessment!. Thank you. 🙏
Couldn't agree more with everything you said. I've been doing weddings for about 5 years now and have only ever used Fujifilm - starting with the X-T1! These cameras have come such a long way, but have always been wonderful for these situations. Other photographers in town are often surprised to learn I don't use a FF sensor, and all this talk of noise and low light performance just does not seem to matter to my clients - I love the soft look of the Fuji noise. I've tried both Nikon and Canon and was very surprised to see how hideous their higher ISOs looked, not that there was more noise, but that the Fuji noise just looks so much more pleasing and less intrusive. I also picked up my second shooter's Canon on Saturday and was shocked at how much it weighed - far more than both my X-T4 and X-T2 combined. And the price! Especially for gear that gets so much abuse at weddings, being able to buy backups of every lens for less than the cost of a single equivalent on another system is amazing. I also feel you on the editing, it's sometimes a bit of a quandary when you get home and pull up the images and think... "I'm not sure if editing would improve this photo in any way." I was a classic chrome person for years but this past year have been exclusively using Pro Negative H and really love it - a bit more of the greens back in compared to CC but not that almost sickly green from the Adobe profiles. Love these videos and it's great to get reassurance that yes, these cameras ARE wonderful for weddings (and tons of other applications).
@@christophsauer2857 Looking at my most recent wedding, almost half of the photos were with the 56mm 1.2 WR, 17% with the 23mm 1.4 (the old version), 20% with the Viltrox AF 13mm 1.4 (LOVE this lens! Especially shutter dragging on the dance floor), and 14% with the Tamron 17-70 2.8, which I was trying out for the first time and only used during the ceremony - not quite sold on that lens as it is very soft at 70mm, but not like vintage Nikkor, bloomy dreamy soft, more like a fuzzy, aperture-at-f22-but-with-bokeh kind of soft. A note on the portrait lens - the old 56mm 1.2 worked incredibly well for me until I got the X-T4, which STILL has an AF bug with that lens. So I upgraded to the 50mm 1.0 which is of course incredible, but very heavy and bulky. The new 56 1.2 still focuses much slower than the 50 1.0, but even on the X-T4 it's more than enough for my satisfaction, and it's perfectly sharp at 1.2.
@@christophsauer2857 if you're in S or M focus modes, the focus will sometimes shift just as the shutter is fully pressed. I don't think it bothers most people but it really impacted my workflow!
For decades, I have been shooting Fuji photographic equipment. Fuji ST705 SLR with 28/50/135mm lenses Fuji 6x7cm medium format rangefinder with fixed 90mm normal lens Fuji 6x9cm medium format rangefinder with fixed 65mm wide-angle lens Fuji S5 Pro APS-C digital SLR with my inventory of Nikon lenses Fuji 135mm and 90mm prime lenses for my 4x5 inch large format film camera Fuji X-Pro1 and X-Pro2 APS-C digital mirrorless with six Fujinon lenses I used the medium format and the digital Fuji cameras for shooting weddings.
Totally agree. I shoot full frame Sony for the lens selection, and I love it as a tool for weddings and concerts, but I encourage all my hobbiest friends to try Fuji instead. They're cheaper, lighter, they have great picture quality, and they're more fun to use than my cameras. I won't be switching anytime soon, but I do love Fuji
I shoot shows, have an a7iv with all the lenses i could ever want, i still end up using my x100v as a primary for probably 1 out of 5 shows i do. I've wanted to test out an h2s and/or xt5 to potentially fully switch to fuji but they never answer my emails or DMs when trying to figure out who i can rent from in my area lol
@@jayare3062 I don't shoot shows but I do shoot weddings with Fuji and I think they could preform well for shows. The experience is definitely different but the xt4 and xt5 are on par with the Sony system
I'm currently using the Sony A7IV, and RIV alongside with the XT5 and XH2. Some people think it's overkill, but there are still moments where I still want that full frame look. So far I truly love it and Fuji makes such beautiful APSC. It ultimately inspired me to sell my A6700 and went full fuji when it comes to APSC.
I love Fuji and owned the cameras for about 8 years, but that new AF system isn’t reliable enough for me for any type of event work. I’ve had so many false positives and times were AF will just snap out of focus as soon as I press the shutter, plus quite a few times where the camera just freezes up. I just bought an A7iv for the AF reliability and GM glass. Have you not experienced anything similar?
Sony shooter, here , who was originally a Fuji shooter and I agree with you assessment 100%. I love my Sony but there was just something about the images that Fuji produced that I fell in love with. I'm not going to leave Sony but I think I'm going to pick up an xt5 for the heck of it. Good content, bro.
the feels of the photo and colour of Fuji Camera photograph wedding is unbeatable i see alot wedding photography using canon and sony ,nikon when i see the Feelings of the photo taken on wedding by Fuji it is so make rich kid the photos superb u feel that is is wedding...
I agree that you can do weddings with any camera system and with a crop sensor, after all I was doing it with a crop sensor body before going full frame, I'll disagree about the color science. The colors do look good on Fuji but I prefer the color science of the system I'm using. After a shoot I don't like doing any heavy edits, I don't need to since I learned to get it right in camera. I 💯 agree with your conclusion. It's not about the tool it's how you use it. I make sure I get my shots right to about 90-95%. My setup is heavier than a Fuji setup but I really don't feel it. About the lenses I use the budget friendly versions and sometimes I wonder if I really need the heavier luxury versions😅. I do love your content though, I learned a lot from you and agree with a lot you have to say. Keep it up bro.
I hear what you say about the Fujifilm, compared to other systems, and the results you can get. Mind you, I think you are the perfect example of it being the worker, not the tools. I expect you would get brilliant results from whatever equipment you were presented with. Loving the videos, and I'm not even a wedding photographer :)
I shoot event photography and was nervous about using crop Fuji cameras but now that my images rock and it’s all about your experience with n using your gear
Exactly. The industry makes it seem like if you're not shooting full frame you're doing something wrong, but as long as you know your camera and it's ins and outs you can always get the result you're looking for.
I am new to the Fuji world. I use the R6 with Sigma 40 & 105 as my main portrait lenses for my business. I have a X100v and X-H1 ( 13-33-75 Viltrox) lenses. John nailed it, the weight of the gear makes it MUCH easier on the body. I have my XH1, 3 lenses in a LowePro BP150 bag and I have room for 3-4 more primes. My R6 bag with just a 70-200 2.8 weighs the same as the Fuji bag. The more I use the Fuji, the more I want to shoot the Fuji system more. Creating fun recipes, having banger SOOC jpegs has become addictive. I feel I am getting “lazier” and don’t want to spend a ton of time on edits for personal work. The 2023 season will be the first for me to use for client work. I am REALLY considering selling both my bodies to get a X-H2 for the expanded film sims and better eye AF. I will keep the R6 rig as there will be a need for those shoots. The R6/105 is just too good for my headshot work but the XH1-75mm will be my creative portrait go-to.
Totally agree with you. For me switching from my beloved Nikon D850 to Nikon Z6II was great decision. Although I recently took in my hands Nikon Z9 and I fell in love 😬 If I was one camera shooter we could get along with each other.
Agree 100% with those pros. The only thing someone can argue is about the sensors. Full frame vs APS-C. The benefits of dynamic range, high ISO performance, depth of field is there with FF. But you can fix that by adding a flash for low light situations. Also, Fuji makes amazing, compact medium format cameras. Hoping that market becomes more affordable. So if someone really wants the best out of their sensors, Fuji will be the best option.
Honestly I’m not convinced that there are that many cons to crop sensor. If I would more depth of field just shoot with a longer lens. In practice I can take photos and if no one knew what the camera was they wouldn’t be able to tell that it was FF.
I don't see even these specific FF advantages being relevant anymore. The 50mm f/1.0 for Fuji is less than an 85mm 1.4 on most other systems, and the high ISO performance of Fuji is wonderful, even going back to the X-T2. The noise may creep in, but I'd take the pleasing, uniform, soft noise of the X-T4 over the bright red, blue and green dots that show up even in the Nikon Z7 at similar ISOs any day, not that I'm knocking that amazing camera!
@@Julius_S I think at the end of the day, it's all about the price and the kind of shootings someone does. In Europe, the XT5 costs the same as a Canon R6. The prime lenses are also about the same price (not the l series ones). Someone who wants to choose one of those systems, has to take everything into consideration.
Completely agree with everything you said. The size and weight are perfect for me as I have small hands, the colours straight out of camera are amazing, and if you're used to shooting film or are interested in starting then it's a good transition. On top of all that the price point is so good! The quality you get is incredible for how much you actually pay.
Thanks john for the encouragement. 5 YEARS of shooting with fujifilm right now. starting with XT3 and adding this amazing XT5. and a lot of my friends saying that i need to switch to sony and just laugh coz i dont have plan switching. ahaha now i do video with my XT3 and the skintone looks amazing that i dont need to color grade them :) love your video man, you inspired me so much. one question though, im planning to add another body and been eyeing on XH2/s for a hybrid shooting or maybe just add another XT5 for the photo and use my XT3 for videe?im cool with my XT3 though. i just wondering if i get the XH2/s the photos that will produce are the same with XT5? thank you John. Much love!
Im fuji for live, 2 xt-3’s & a xt-30. With all of the sigma lenses. I do have to say I can’t give my Nikon d500 up. Its a tank I truly just use it for when I am doing sports events.
I really love the X-T3. Honestly it’s one of my favorite cameras. I’m also thinking of swapping out my X-T30 for the X-T30ii. that longer record life would actually be super helpful for me.
Hi for a wedding! Fuji XE4 + 33mm f1.4 and 18mm f1.4 or the GFX50SII + 45mm f2.8 and 110mm f2.0 ?? (I have all this stuff...but no idea what I gonna use for my next wedding shot!?
Switched from Sony to fuji, and i absoloutely love it, nobody does colors better, And auto white balance lock comes in clutch, shootint jpg+ raw as well i mean come on
@@jbivphotography excactly! as I write this, I just finished a photoshoot that I shot Raw + Jpg, or so I thought, turns out I just shot JPG, and it doesn't matter because the JPG look insane
The cost is so important. I'm a landscape guy looking to sell a full a7riii Sony kit and move to fuji. Lighter for hiking and camping is certainly a plus but the cost factor is huge. Imagine 2 people that dream of being pro landscape photographers. 1 starts saving and slowly aquiring used full frame gear and the other is quickly able to get into apsc. The apsc guy starts creating much sooner. Doesn't second guess taking a light system out more frequently, getting in the reps and practice composition and editing. Full frame guy dreams of what he can do when he finally saves up to afford some 3rd party glass for his system and can reach 400mm. Nvm ever upgrading the body.. You're stuck with whatever the used market lists 6-8yrs after the fact to keep prices low. That was me. I'm full frame guy. I asked myself one day.. Would it be better to start buying all this heavy expensive gear.. Or going on trips to put myself in front of beautiful places with a smaller system. I can finally afford to keep up with innovation or even 2nd body's to play with video or for weddings ect. The perks start to really add up. If you're rich, by all means enjoy, but I don't feel like I'll miss anything being on fuji.
Hey John! I've recently (Christmas) switched over from Canon 6D to Fujiflm XT5 - I've been a long time Canon user specializing in weddings and portraits - shooting in manual only. Any advice on the transition from one system to another would be amazing :) I think I've watched every video you have posted haha!
Very interesting and informative video. You got me with the weight + color science! I have never tried a Fujifilm camera, and when I see your beautiful wedding pictures, and when I hear your pros on this camera, I really want to try! Thank you very much for this video, and for all your super good content on this channel!! 😊🙏🏾
a7R3 to x-t5 how does it sound? Got 70-200 gm 2, batis 85, 35 1.4 samyang, 28 f2 sony, 16-35 2.8 gm, 100-400 gm for some landscapes. Got x-t2 & x-pro 2, both for 1200$ and 27 2.8 wr & 15-45 both for 350$.
Question, do you have the fuji 8-16 2.8 lens? Ive been wanting this for my photography. If you can post a video on your thoughts on this lens. Thank you very much. Really enjoy your videos very much.
I'm not a wedding photographer. I do wildlife and landscape amongst other genres. However there are some points of commonality. The weight issue is key for me. I'm of an age where bits of me don't work as well as they used to and the difference between carrying a Fuji system up big hills or mountains with the other stuff for a day out and say Sony which I also own is considerable. I have several obsessions when it comes to gear. First is weight obvs. Then the range of glass available. Then glass that is bright and displays minimal chromatic aberration. Then last but not least the ability to crop the crap out of an image to print. My A7R IV isn't going anywhere. It is going to be used in future for wildlife, especially the big stuff that runs around, and Macro where the extra MP are well brill.
Oh totally. Weight for landscape and wildlife is huge and the fact that your body isn’t adding so much of the weight and it’s mainly just a bigger lens I’m sure is a HUGE help.
Hi, i would like to ask you guys, i starting back my wedding photography business but im still in dilemma.. should i buy one X-T5 or two used X-T3 ? i have my old 18mm f2 and planning for to buy 23mm f1.4... should i maintain just using for 1 body for wedding or using 2 older body?
Hey John Amazing Video as always. John I want to ask you, have you been in a place or situation (being a Photographer) that you quit for a while and tried to start all over again? like from the scratch? If so, any advise? Can you do a Video or short about it? Literally I feel like lost and Can not find the way to do it again. Hope you can help me! Greetings from Colombia (sorry for my English if I mistake).
If it's a system using the newer batteries (like the X-T5 or the X-H2/2s) usually I take 3/4 batteries. So one in camera, and then 2/3 backups to swap to.
The autofocus reviews are the only thing holding me back. I do own the X100V. Please tell me about your real world experience with the XT-5 autofocus system. I shoot mainly in AF-S mode.
I’ll try to make a video about it soon because honestly I’ve been very happy with the autofocus and haven’t felt like it was holding me back at all. I have only shot with the camera a handful of times but I really feel like it’s ok. I guess time will tell.
I have been on the edge to switch from Sony to Fuji. For wedding photography, would you say that the XT5 would suffice? My current system is Sony A7III. Trying to figure out if starting with the XT5 or an XH would be the route to go? Thank you for this video, your transparency, and your amazing work.
I switched from Canon mirrorless to Fuji and there definitely some cons, first of all the AF I found horrible! XH2s seems to be worse then my XT4, i don’t know what it is but it just constantly losses the subject and back focuses especially when there is a lot of back light on locations. I can put up with the extra noise as it is more like grain rather then noise. But when i have throw out so many nice moments because AF failing to get pin focus and it just unusuable for one time events. The colors and skin are great so its a real shame. Still going to keep the XT4 for my personal stuff but im going to hook up with a Sony a4 and tamron lenses i have heard a lot of good things.
I have been shooting wedding for 10 years. I soot Nikon, but after testing Fuji at a friend’s I sold all my Nikon gear to get Fuji. Exactly, it makes more fun to shoot. Two things bothers me: focus, and to match colors between two models.
HELPPP…Would this be a good choice for family portraits, new born, and young fast paced children photography? I have been doing so much research but i just keep going back and forth between all cameras.. so far i keep coming across the Cannon R6 with RF50mm 1.2 lens, Sony a7IV with Tamron 35-150mm 2.8, and Nikon Z8.. Just watched a review for the Nikon, which turned me off of it. Now I am questioning this before I get deeply invested. I am a mom and I want to start my own business and for some reason the Cannon and Sony just don’t excite me. I think because they are maybe too common? Im not sure what it is about it. I would like a softer look to my photos and more a pleasing to look at. I felt when I look at Nikon photos it seems more wildlife, sport mode, sharper to look at. Please if someone can respond to help me I’m desperate at this point!! LOL
The color science looks so so good on the fuji shots, I definitely want to get a fuji camera, at least as a fun everyday camera since its so light. (Why oh why is the x100v out of stock lol) Every time I see one of your videos I am more and more tempted to completely switch though.
I keep telling people to check out the X-T30 for a small carry around. It’s personally one of my favorite. And you can change out the lens so you can use it for legit photo sessions. They have a really good pancake lens too that I’m looking to possibly pick up.
@@jbivphotography so true, the x100v is a good camera especially for those who like the 35mm eq, but let's be honest, it's overpriced and those fashion vitcims who are just hanging it around their neck just for the style are not helping when it comes to price increase. There are many Fuji cameras that are very good to start in Fuji system and that also have the ability to change lenses. I think the x100v is a good camera for those who already know know to take photos, who already know their favorite focal length or those who really want to learn photography with constraints like some of us did on film and cameras with one focal length.
I use to have an XT2, XPRO2 and XT3 but the only lens that gives a f1.4 equivalent in 50mm-ish focal length is the Mitakon or Viltrox 35mm f0.95. Also the highlight recovery is a pain not to mention the poor lowlight capability. You are correct when you said whatever camera you have as long as you take great images, so I'm sticking with my Sonys for fast AF and bokeh, and Fujifilm GFX50S. Regarding color science, I agree that Fujifilm has the best color science SOOC, but I always shoot in raw and edit all my images before I give them to client so that is not a factor to consider. I still have an APS-C fujifilm camera which is XE3, which I grab for personal use only, not for weddings. For the price of the lenses and body, I kinda disagree - the price of an XT5 right now is comparable (or even higher) to a Sony A7iii which is way better in all aspects (maybe except for the physical look). For the lenses, there are very cheap third party lenses which shoot at f1.4 like the Sigma and Samyang (cheaper than Fujifilm counterpart) - a good example is the fujifilm 50mm f1.0 which is way expensive than Samyang 85mm f1.4 mark II for Sony. Anyway, you shoot what you like. Cheers!
Fuji's straight out of camera colours are not only good, but so are the textures. Better than most if not all software. Sometimes lighting conditions can be poor, so it would be innovative if Fuji could put AI denoise inside the camera too.
Very good Video. Thx for that! I had a Nikon Z6 with the lovely 50mm 1.8. It was amazing and Made beautiful Images, but ist was Heavy and a Little Bit too big. So i Switched to Fuji xt3 and xe4. My Fav Film sim is Provia because of the Natural colors. Sorry for my english. I am from germany and my phone tries to correct every word in an ugly way. 😂 Also the Opening of the mount protocol to other companies is a Great Deal. I have two Great Viltrox lenses (13mm 1.4 and 75mm 1.2).
I think the biggest “issue” is that you need a flash. Like no, you can’t shoot at 6400 iso like you can with some of the full frame cameras. But should you still maybe have put a flash on and shot at a lower iso on those cameras too and gotten better images? Like you kinda said, if you’re a good photographer, it doesn’t matter what camera you have. Get out and get good images. It’s very rare that the camera will limit you if you know what you’re doing.
I mainly don't because I like my editing style and also to just get the editing flexibility. But trust me whey I say every time I shoot my Fuji's I question if I should just go ahead and shoot in JPG.
I've been using Fuji's since the X-T1, previous to that a Canon user. Full time for 18 year. One thing that I've noticed is that the only people that care are the photographers. The clients don't know, don't care and cant' tell anyway.
I think it’s pretty good. I’m biased towards the X-T systems but I did shoot a full wedding with the X-H2s and I really enjoyed it. It’s a QUICK and snappy camera. And for Fujifilm has the best Autofocus. So it really is totally worth it.
I have been shooting Fuji since 2003, and always loved the colors. Recently checked dpreview‘s sample galleries of the latest Nikon Z series and the a7r5. Those pictures are super detailed, but the appeal of the Fuji colors is just totally missing. They just look digitally boring.
I won't lie. As much as I like my Z5 for wrestling photography. I must say I miss using Fujifilm, legitimately 100 times more fun to use. But I get better results with the Z5 at f1.8, 1/500, iso 6400.
My personal favorite for a day to daddy carry ish the X-T30. It’s basically as small as an iPhone (a bit thicker) and has interchangeable lenses. But it still has the feel of an X-T series camera. The 30 basically has all the same internals as the X-T3 so you’re getting amazing quality out of it.
Long time fuji user here! Fujifilm definitely inspires me to shoot. The lenses are so great too! My whole wedding production team shoots with fujifilm as well. We never looked back.
@@jbivphotography Yay, I just ordered a used one and it's arriving tomorrow! So excited. I really hope I like it and that it performs well enough. My small hands are hurting so much from my full-frame Canon and I never use it for fun 😢
@@jbivphotography Thank you. I'm close to deciding to buy the X-T3 but can you tell me something about the lenses to start with? I want to arm myself with 23mm and 56mm but are the f1.4 and 1.2 (not WR) versions any good? Do they work fast and sharp? Is it worth reaching for something else?
@@maciejstrzelczyk1990 I have the 56mm (not the WR) and its BEAUTIFUL but my xt5 autofocus seems to struggle with this lens specifically. I haven't tried the newer version of the lens. If your okay with manual focusing, then the lens is wonderful. If you need faster autofocus, I would try the newer version of the lens or try renting first :)
It's fair to say "look & feel" and "colour science" are purely subjective (and ostensibly boil down to the same thing - preference). I tried the XT3 with the best lenses Fuji could offer and found the image quality far inferior to my Canon R5 (although they served another need in my kit). I've since moved the XT3 and Fuji lenses on. As a casual bird and wildlife photographer I'm not fussed by the weight. Perhaps there's something to be said for price, however, with the Canon R8 coming in cheaper than the XT5 and the R6 mkII coming in about the same price as the XH2S, you're basically quibbling about lens prices (which I will accept there is a disparity and is a worthy consideration as a whole eco-system). Ultimately, it boils down to what makes you happy. Strangely, the Fuji system did not make me want to go out and shoot, whereas my Canon systems do. And that is way more important than any other consideration (both ways).
Fuji 100% best color. But hey, the vomitous Sony colors that put me off from the first and second Gen A7 series cameras has been changed a little. A7III is actually usable. It’s not a Fuji, but to be fair it’s not complete and utter trash anymore. I imagine they could have improved since then, too.
Fuji is amazing camera like all other modern cameras. But saying its comparable to FF sony is ridiculous. Even a7iv smokes out in every aspect. in dynamic range, sharpness and overall image quality. Check Chris turners fuji vs sony video.
I recently switched from two Sony a7iv bodys to two Fuji xt5 bodys and have absolutely loving the move over
That’s awesome to hear. I’m really a huge fan of the X-T5. I’ve only gotten to shoot with it a small handful of times since I got mine right as slow season started but I’m really looking to use it more.
James what are your top 3 benefits from the change? I'm currently a Sony shooter but watching John Branch's videos has me thinking of switching to Fuji.
@@twotonesmybones John Branch pretty much summed it up in his video lenses are smaller/lighter, the color I get off my Fuji is so much better, the nostalgic feel of there camera bodys I also prefer the tilt screen over the fully articulated screen. Over all just makes me want to go out and shoot with it I love playing with the film simulation recipes
@@jamesrhynard287 I am curious about your experience because I shoot with xt5s but am looking at a7IVs, do you shoot weddigns? And if so do you deliver jpegs with your film simulations?
I am so glad du read this. I switched from Canon to Fuji and bought the xt5. The Sony a7iv was also an option and I am still afraid a made a bad desicion 😅 but I guess it is because I am still confused about the menu. Fuji is a little bit complicated 🙈
Longtime Fuji lurker, made the switch from Sony this year with the XT5! I mostly do interiors, but I do the occasional portrait shoot. The 10-24/4 and the 33/1.4 are my go to lenses. Thanks for the years of encouragement!
That’s awesome to hear that you’ve had a good experience with the switch. Great lens choices as well.
Nice, I've been wondering if a crop sensor is suitable for interior.
So much of what you said rang 100% true to my experiences. I sold my Canon gear on eBay in 2016 (for a pretty good price) and used the proceeds to purchase a Fujifilm's X-T2 and a few lenses (this year I upgraded to the Fujifilm X-T5). It seemed that the older I got, the heavier that Canon gear felt! Speaking of weight, the X-T5 with a 23 or 35 mm lens is so light! BTW, I used to shoot film back in the old days, and the controls on the Fujifilm camera brought me back to the days of shooting film for FUN. And if I want that film look, Fuji's got great film simulations. Man, I could go on-and-on about how much I like my X-T5 (and the X-T2 that I upgraded from).And seriously, if a 40 megapixel image isn't big enough for you, I don't know what you're doing?
I use Fujfilm since X-T2 release (about 2016), when I start shot wedding I think they may not good enough (speed or image quality). At that moment I saw your video on RUclips, you change my mind and I stick with Fuji till now.
And I absolutely agree all your point in this video:
1. Good or bad photo depend on photographers but not cameras.
2. Fujifilm design keep the vibe for photography but not shutter controller.
3. Weight is more important when I am getting old (Fuji726g vs Canon1440g) and carrying 6-10hours for wedding.
4. Less editing time for a huge amount of photos. (especially nice Skin tone)
If I need to point out a Cons with my 5years wedding experience, I would say face detect and chasing focus, I remember 5years ago, Fuji and Sony is quite the same but now Sony is crazy powerful even low light or wide angle.
I wish Fuji upgrade this so I can rely on face detect or continous focus to capture a better walk-in, exit ceremony photos.
I switched from Sony A7iii to two Fuji XT3’s, it’s been a complete game changer. I have more lenses and my photos are better in many ways. If you love the camera design, you love taking photos even more.
Sony cameras smokes fuji in every aspect including AF
@@universaInformationexcept colour science...
@justinsphotographyrochestermn I have both and they have totally different use. If I need DR the a7iii wins hands down. To document my family and kids, walk around and taking pictures or video for fun then the xt-3 all the way. Battery life sucks on the xt3 compared to to a7iii. That’s one of the reasons I might upgrade to the xt4.
I’ve just started my wedding photography journey and started with Sony but soon moved to Fuji after watching John and what a great decision it was. There’s nothing I don’t like. Someone mentioned the AF not being good enough but it works perfectly for me. Like John has said in another video, learn to use the camera.
Honestly what is there not to like?
I have all systems, Canon 5D classic, Nikon D4,used to have the a7iv, sold it and got the Fuji XT4 the downside and better price on lenses. Immediately I felt in love with Fuji colors, like John said you don’t need to edit. Recently I switched to the xt5 and that 40mp can compete with any full frame sensor, it’s sharpe as hell. I also recently got a a7rii to shoot with vintage lenses , it’s also very sharp and has more depth of field but I prefer Fuji colors and rendering
And that ladies and gentlemen is the BOTTOM LINE. The images are of excellent quality and good for just family hanging out through expensive weddings!! YES! I am a Nikon FF long term user but also Fuji in the last 2 years and I agree with John's assessment!. Thank you. 🙏
Went from nikond850s to fujifilm xt4 s for weddings, just for the weight and colour absolutely fantastic.
Couldn't agree more with everything you said. I've been doing weddings for about 5 years now and have only ever used Fujifilm - starting with the X-T1! These cameras have come such a long way, but have always been wonderful for these situations. Other photographers in town are often surprised to learn I don't use a FF sensor, and all this talk of noise and low light performance just does not seem to matter to my clients - I love the soft look of the Fuji noise. I've tried both Nikon and Canon and was very surprised to see how hideous their higher ISOs looked, not that there was more noise, but that the Fuji noise just looks so much more pleasing and less intrusive. I also picked up my second shooter's Canon on Saturday and was shocked at how much it weighed - far more than both my X-T4 and X-T2 combined. And the price! Especially for gear that gets so much abuse at weddings, being able to buy backups of every lens for less than the cost of a single equivalent on another system is amazing. I also feel you on the editing, it's sometimes a bit of a quandary when you get home and pull up the images and think... "I'm not sure if editing would improve this photo in any way." I was a classic chrome person for years but this past year have been exclusively using Pro Negative H and really love it - a bit more of the greens back in compared to CC but not that almost sickly green from the Adobe profiles. Love these videos and it's great to get reassurance that yes, these cameras ARE wonderful for weddings (and tons of other applications).
which lenses do you use?
@@christophsauer2857 Looking at my most recent wedding, almost half of the photos were with the 56mm 1.2 WR, 17% with the 23mm 1.4 (the old version), 20% with the Viltrox AF 13mm 1.4 (LOVE this lens! Especially shutter dragging on the dance floor), and 14% with the Tamron 17-70 2.8, which I was trying out for the first time and only used during the ceremony - not quite sold on that lens as it is very soft at 70mm, but not like vintage Nikkor, bloomy dreamy soft, more like a fuzzy, aperture-at-f22-but-with-bokeh kind of soft. A note on the portrait lens - the old 56mm 1.2 worked incredibly well for me until I got the X-T4, which STILL has an AF bug with that lens. So I upgraded to the 50mm 1.0 which is of course incredible, but very heavy and bulky. The new 56 1.2 still focuses much slower than the 50 1.0, but even on the X-T4 it's more than enough for my satisfaction, and it's perfectly sharp at 1.2.
@@Julius_S oh Gosh, I too have 56 mm old Edition and xt4. What bug is it??
@@christophsauer2857 if you're in S or M focus modes, the focus will sometimes shift just as the shutter is fully pressed. I don't think it bothers most people but it really impacted my workflow!
For decades, I have been shooting Fuji photographic equipment.
Fuji ST705 SLR with 28/50/135mm lenses
Fuji 6x7cm medium format rangefinder with fixed 90mm normal lens
Fuji 6x9cm medium format rangefinder with fixed 65mm wide-angle lens
Fuji S5 Pro APS-C digital SLR with my inventory of Nikon lenses
Fuji 135mm and 90mm prime lenses for my 4x5 inch large format film camera
Fuji X-Pro1 and X-Pro2 APS-C digital mirrorless with six Fujinon lenses
I used the medium format and the digital Fuji cameras for shooting weddings.
Totally agree. I shoot full frame Sony for the lens selection, and I love it as a tool for weddings and concerts, but I encourage all my hobbiest friends to try Fuji instead. They're cheaper, lighter, they have great picture quality, and they're more fun to use than my cameras.
I won't be switching anytime soon, but I do love Fuji
I shoot shows, have an a7iv with all the lenses i could ever want, i still end up using my x100v as a primary for probably 1 out of 5 shows i do. I've wanted to test out an h2s and/or xt5 to potentially fully switch to fuji but they never answer my emails or DMs when trying to figure out who i can rent from in my area lol
Well said, I’m canon for your same reasons but the Fuji does like so much less intimidating
@@jayare3062 I don't shoot shows but I do shoot weddings with Fuji and I think they could preform well for shows. The experience is definitely different but the xt4 and xt5 are on par with the Sony system
I'm currently using the Sony A7IV, and RIV alongside with the XT5 and XH2. Some people think it's overkill, but there are still moments where I still want that full frame look. So far I truly love it and Fuji makes such beautiful APSC. It ultimately inspired me to sell my A6700 and went full fuji when it comes to APSC.
I love Fuji and owned the cameras for about 8 years, but that new AF system isn’t reliable enough for me for any type of event work. I’ve had so many false positives and times were AF will just snap out of focus as soon as I press the shutter, plus quite a few times where the camera just freezes up. I just bought an A7iv for the AF reliability and GM glass. Have you not experienced anything similar?
I've been wanting a fuji camera for about a year or more. I first feel in love with it the look of it.
They’re totally worth. You should get one.
Sony shooter, here , who was originally a Fuji shooter and I agree with you assessment 100%. I love my Sony but there was just something about the images that Fuji produced that I fell in love with. I'm not going to leave Sony but I think I'm going to pick up an xt5 for the heck of it. Good content, bro.
the feels of the photo and colour of Fuji Camera photograph wedding is unbeatable i see alot wedding photography using canon and sony ,nikon when i see the Feelings of the photo taken on wedding by Fuji it is so make rich kid the photos superb u feel that is is wedding...
I agree that you can do weddings with any camera system and with a crop sensor, after all I was doing it with a crop sensor body before going full frame, I'll disagree about the color science. The colors do look good on Fuji but I prefer the color science of the system I'm using. After a shoot I don't like doing any heavy edits, I don't need to since I learned to get it right in camera. I 💯 agree with your conclusion. It's not about the tool it's how you use it. I make sure I get my shots right to about 90-95%. My setup is heavier than a Fuji setup but I really don't feel it.
About the lenses I use the budget friendly versions and sometimes I wonder if I really need the heavier luxury versions😅.
I do love your content though, I learned a lot from you and agree with a lot you have to say. Keep it up bro.
I hear what you say about the Fujifilm, compared to other systems, and the results you can get. Mind you, I think you are the perfect example of it being the worker, not the tools. I expect you would get brilliant results from whatever equipment you were presented with. Loving the videos, and I'm not even a wedding photographer :)
This is so true
I shoot event photography and was nervous about using crop Fuji cameras but now that my images rock and it’s all about your experience with n using your gear
Exactly. The industry makes it seem like if you're not shooting full frame you're doing something wrong, but as long as you know your camera and it's ins and outs you can always get the result you're looking for.
I am new to the Fuji world. I use the R6 with Sigma 40 & 105 as my main portrait lenses for my business. I have a X100v and X-H1 ( 13-33-75 Viltrox) lenses. John nailed it, the weight of the gear makes it MUCH easier on the body. I have my XH1, 3 lenses in a LowePro BP150 bag and I have room for 3-4 more primes. My R6 bag with just a 70-200 2.8 weighs the same as the Fuji bag. The more I use the Fuji, the more I want to shoot the Fuji system more. Creating fun recipes, having banger SOOC jpegs has become addictive. I feel I am getting “lazier” and don’t want to spend a ton of time on edits for personal work. The 2023 season will be the first for me to use for client work. I am REALLY considering selling both my bodies to get a X-H2 for the expanded film sims and better eye AF. I will keep the R6 rig as there will be a need for those shoots. The R6/105 is just too good for my headshot work but the XH1-75mm will be my creative portrait go-to.
Totally agree with you. For me switching from my beloved Nikon D850 to Nikon Z6II was great decision. Although I recently took in my hands Nikon Z9 and I fell in love 😬 If I was one camera shooter we could get along with each other.
Agree 100% with those pros.
The only thing someone can argue is about the sensors. Full frame vs APS-C. The benefits of dynamic range, high ISO performance, depth of field is there with FF. But you can fix that by adding a flash for low light situations. Also, Fuji makes amazing, compact medium format cameras. Hoping that market becomes more affordable. So if someone really wants the best out of their sensors, Fuji will be the best option.
Honestly I’m not convinced that there are that many cons to crop sensor. If I would more depth of field just shoot with a longer lens. In practice I can take photos and if no one knew what the camera was they wouldn’t be able to tell that it was FF.
@@jbivphotography agree. I have taken photos with my $400 crop DSLR and a 50 mm 1.8 ff lens, and they ask if I shoot full frame.
@@jbivphotography i had a full frame with 1.4 lenses just to shoot at 2.2 most of the time 😅😅
I don't see even these specific FF advantages being relevant anymore. The 50mm f/1.0 for Fuji is less than an 85mm 1.4 on most other systems, and the high ISO performance of Fuji is wonderful, even going back to the X-T2. The noise may creep in, but I'd take the pleasing, uniform, soft noise of the X-T4 over the bright red, blue and green dots that show up even in the Nikon Z7 at similar ISOs any day, not that I'm knocking that amazing camera!
@@Julius_S I think at the end of the day, it's all about the price and the kind of shootings someone does. In Europe, the XT5 costs the same as a Canon R6. The prime lenses are also about the same price (not the l series ones). Someone who wants to choose one of those systems, has to take everything into consideration.
Completely agree with everything you said. The size and weight are perfect for me as I have small hands, the colours straight out of camera are amazing, and if you're used to shooting film or are interested in starting then it's a good transition. On top of all that the price point is so good! The quality you get is incredible for how much you actually pay.
Thanks john for the encouragement. 5 YEARS of shooting with fujifilm right now. starting with XT3 and adding this amazing XT5. and a lot of my friends saying that i need to switch to sony and just laugh coz i dont have plan switching. ahaha
now i do video with my XT3 and the skintone looks amazing that i dont need to color grade them :) love your video man, you inspired me so much.
one question though, im planning to add another body and been eyeing on XH2/s for a hybrid shooting or maybe just add another XT5 for the photo and use my XT3 for videe?im cool with my XT3 though. i just wondering if i get the XH2/s the photos that will produce are the same with XT5? thank you John. Much love!
Im fuji for live, 2 xt-3’s & a xt-30. With all of the sigma lenses. I do have to say I can’t give my Nikon d500 up. Its a tank I truly just use it for when I am doing sports events.
I really love the X-T3. Honestly it’s one of my favorite cameras. I’m also thinking of swapping out my X-T30 for the X-T30ii. that longer record life would actually be super helpful for me.
Hi for a wedding! Fuji XE4 + 33mm f1.4 and 18mm f1.4 or the GFX50SII + 45mm f2.8 and 110mm f2.0 ?? (I have all this stuff...but no idea what I gonna use for my next wedding shot!?
Switched from Sony to fuji, and i absoloutely love it, nobody does colors better,
And auto white balance lock comes in clutch, shootint jpg+ raw as well i mean come on
Exactly! The overall experience is just amazing and it’s easy to get your JPGs tuned in and exactly the way you want them.
@@jbivphotography excactly! as I write this, I just finished a photoshoot that I shot Raw + Jpg, or so I thought, turns out I just shot JPG, and it doesn't matter because the JPG look insane
The cost is so important. I'm a landscape guy looking to sell a full a7riii Sony kit and move to fuji. Lighter for hiking and camping is certainly a plus but the cost factor is huge. Imagine 2 people that dream of being pro landscape photographers. 1 starts saving and slowly aquiring used full frame gear and the other is quickly able to get into apsc. The apsc guy starts creating much sooner. Doesn't second guess taking a light system out more frequently, getting in the reps and practice composition and editing. Full frame guy dreams of what he can do when he finally saves up to afford some 3rd party glass for his system and can reach 400mm. Nvm ever upgrading the body.. You're stuck with whatever the used market lists 6-8yrs after the fact to keep prices low. That was me. I'm full frame guy. I asked myself one day.. Would it be better to start buying all this heavy expensive gear.. Or going on trips to put myself in front of beautiful places with a smaller system. I can finally afford to keep up with innovation or even 2nd body's to play with video or for weddings ect. The perks start to really add up. If you're rich, by all means enjoy, but I don't feel like I'll miss anything being on fuji.
Hey John! I've recently (Christmas) switched over from Canon 6D to Fujiflm XT5 - I've been a long time Canon user specializing in weddings and portraits - shooting in manual only. Any advice on the transition from one system to another would be amazing :) I think I've watched every video you have posted haha!
Very interesting and informative video. You got me with the weight + color science!
I have never tried a Fujifilm camera, and when I see your beautiful wedding pictures, and when I hear your pros on this camera, I really want to try!
Thank you very much for this video, and for all your super good content on this channel!! 😊🙏🏾
a7R3 to x-t5 how does it sound?
Got 70-200 gm 2, batis 85, 35 1.4 samyang, 28 f2 sony, 16-35 2.8 gm, 100-400 gm for some landscapes.
Got x-t2 & x-pro 2, both for 1200$ and 27 2.8 wr & 15-45 both for 350$.
Question, do you have the fuji 8-16 2.8 lens? Ive been wanting this for my photography. If you can post a video on your thoughts on this lens. Thank you very much. Really enjoy your videos very much.
Hey bro, for wedding and portrait photography, would you suggest the XH2 or the XH2s?
I'm not a wedding photographer. I do wildlife and landscape amongst other genres. However there are some points of commonality.
The weight issue is key for me. I'm of an age where bits of me don't work as well as they used to and the difference between carrying a Fuji system up big hills or mountains with the other stuff for a day out and say Sony which I also own is considerable.
I have several obsessions when it comes to gear.
First is weight obvs. Then the range of glass available. Then glass that is bright and displays minimal chromatic aberration. Then last but not least the ability to crop the crap out of an image to print.
My A7R IV isn't going anywhere. It is going to be used in future for wildlife, especially the big stuff that runs around, and Macro where the extra MP are well brill.
Oh totally. Weight for landscape and wildlife is huge and the fact that your body isn’t adding so much of the weight and it’s mainly just a bigger lens I’m sure is a HUGE help.
Hi, i would like to ask you guys, i starting back my wedding photography business but im still in dilemma.. should i buy one X-T5 or two used X-T3 ? i have my old 18mm f2 and planning for to buy 23mm f1.4... should i maintain just using for 1 body for wedding or using 2 older body?
Hey John Amazing Video as always. John I want to ask you, have you been in a place or situation (being a Photographer) that you quit for a while and tried to start all over again? like from the scratch? If so, any advise? Can you do a Video or short about it? Literally I feel like lost and Can not find the way to do it again. Hope you can help me! Greetings from Colombia (sorry for my English if I mistake).
How is the battery life on the Fujifilm X systems? How many batteries would you usually take to an 8 hour wedding shoot for one camera body?
If it's a system using the newer batteries (like the X-T5 or the X-H2/2s) usually I take 3/4 batteries. So one in camera, and then 2/3 backups to swap to.
The autofocus reviews are the only thing holding me back. I do own the X100V. Please tell me about your real world experience with the XT-5 autofocus system. I shoot mainly in AF-S mode.
I’ll try to make a video about it soon because honestly I’ve been very happy with the autofocus and haven’t felt like it was holding me back at all. I have only shot with the camera a handful of times but I really feel like it’s ok. I guess time will tell.
I have been on the edge to switch from Sony to Fuji. For wedding photography, would you say that the XT5 would suffice? My current system is Sony A7III. Trying to figure out if starting with the XT5 or an XH would be the route to go? Thank you for this video, your transparency, and your amazing work.
X-H2. Bigger buffer. Went from a X-T3 to the X-H2. Shot several weddings with the T3. I would have got the T5 but the buffer won out… for me.
I switched from Canon mirrorless to Fuji and there definitely some cons, first of all the AF I found horrible! XH2s seems to be worse then my XT4, i don’t know what it is but it just constantly losses the subject and back focuses especially when there is a lot of back light on locations. I can put up with the extra noise as it is more like grain rather then noise. But when i have throw out so many nice moments because AF failing to get pin focus and it just unusuable for one time events. The colors and skin are great so its a real shame. Still going to keep the XT4 for my personal stuff but im going to hook up with a Sony a4 and tamron lenses i have heard a lot of good things.
Please do a video for what fujiflim lens you use for wedding 😅
I think I have one currently actually. You can check it out here ruclips.net/video/-QDRolRN0aw/видео.html
Provia of XT1 is amazing 😊
Those film sims are life changing
I have been shooting wedding for 10 years. I soot Nikon, but after testing Fuji at a friend’s I sold all my Nikon gear to get Fuji. Exactly, it makes more fun to shoot. Two things bothers me: focus, and to match colors between two models.
HELPPP…Would this be a good choice for family portraits, new born, and young fast paced children photography? I have been doing so much research but i just keep going back and forth between all cameras.. so far i keep coming across the Cannon R6 with RF50mm 1.2 lens, Sony a7IV with Tamron 35-150mm 2.8, and Nikon Z8.. Just watched a review for the Nikon, which turned me off of it. Now I am questioning this before I get deeply invested. I am a mom and I want to start my own business and for some reason the Cannon and Sony just don’t excite me. I think because they are maybe too common? Im not sure what it is about it. I would like a softer look to my photos and more a pleasing to look at. I felt when I look at Nikon photos it seems more wildlife, sport mode, sharper to look at. Please if someone can respond to help me I’m desperate at this point!! LOL
Epic, all exceptional points
Thanks for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed!
I'm definitely a fuji person. One question though. What zoom lenses do u use with your x-t5?
I don't really use any. I did recently buy the 18-135 I think it is. Mainly for video. But I don't really like it.
what lens would you recommend for video
The color science looks so so good on the fuji shots, I definitely want to get a fuji camera, at least as a fun everyday camera since its so light. (Why oh why is the x100v out of stock lol) Every time I see one of your videos I am more and more tempted to completely switch though.
I keep telling people to check out the X-T30 for a small carry around. It’s personally one of my favorite. And you can change out the lens so you can use it for legit photo sessions. They have a really good pancake lens too that I’m looking to possibly pick up.
@@jbivphotography so true, the x100v is a good camera especially for those who like the 35mm eq, but let's be honest, it's overpriced and those fashion vitcims who are just hanging it around their neck just for the style are not helping when it comes to price increase. There are many Fuji cameras that are very good to start in Fuji system and that also have the ability to change lenses. I think the x100v is a good camera for those who already know know to take photos, who already know their favorite focal length or those who really want to learn photography with constraints like some of us did on film and cameras with one focal length.
excellent analysis
Love this video!! Couldn't agree more.
I use to have an XT2, XPRO2 and XT3 but the only lens that gives a f1.4 equivalent in 50mm-ish focal length is the Mitakon or Viltrox 35mm f0.95. Also the highlight recovery is a pain not to mention the poor lowlight capability. You are correct when you said whatever camera you have as long as you take great images, so I'm sticking with my Sonys for fast AF and bokeh, and Fujifilm GFX50S. Regarding color science, I agree that Fujifilm has the best color science SOOC, but I always shoot in raw and edit all my images before I give them to client so that is not a factor to consider. I still have an APS-C fujifilm camera which is XE3, which I grab for personal use only, not for weddings. For the price of the lenses and body, I kinda disagree - the price of an XT5 right now is comparable (or even higher) to a Sony A7iii which is way better in all aspects (maybe except for the physical look). For the lenses, there are very cheap third party lenses which shoot at f1.4 like the Sigma and Samyang (cheaper than Fujifilm counterpart) - a good example is the fujifilm 50mm f1.0 which is way expensive than Samyang 85mm f1.4 mark II for Sony. Anyway, you shoot what you like. Cheers!
Fuji's straight out of camera colours are not only good, but so are the textures. Better than most if not all software. Sometimes lighting conditions can be poor, so it would be innovative if Fuji could put AI denoise inside the camera too.
Very good Video. Thx for that! I had a Nikon Z6 with the lovely 50mm 1.8. It was amazing and Made beautiful Images, but ist was Heavy and a Little Bit too big. So i Switched to Fuji xt3 and xe4. My Fav Film sim is Provia because of the Natural colors. Sorry for my english. I am from germany and my phone tries to correct every word in an ugly way. 😂 Also the Opening of the mount protocol to other companies is a Great Deal. I have two Great Viltrox lenses (13mm 1.4 and 75mm 1.2).
I think the biggest “issue” is that you need a flash. Like no, you can’t shoot at 6400 iso like you can with some of the full frame cameras. But should you still maybe have put a flash on and shot at a lower iso on those cameras too and gotten better images? Like you kinda said, if you’re a good photographer, it doesn’t matter what camera you have. Get out and get good images. It’s very rare that the camera will limit you if you know what you’re doing.
I’m sold
So if it’s good why you dont shoot in Jpeg (there a lot of good receipts) . To have options to give them all photos in a few days after?
I mainly don't because I like my editing style and also to just get the editing flexibility. But trust me whey I say every time I shoot my Fuji's I question if I should just go ahead and shoot in JPG.
informative content.
Glad to hera it. Thanks for watching!
I've been using Fuji's since the X-T1, previous to that a Canon user. Full time for 18 year. One thing that I've noticed is that the only people that care are the photographers. The clients don't know, don't care and cant' tell anyway.
Can I ask you what do you think about the XH2S specifically for photos? W or L?
I think it’s pretty good. I’m biased towards the X-T systems but I did shoot a full wedding with the X-H2s and I really enjoyed it. It’s a QUICK and snappy camera. And for Fujifilm has the best Autofocus. So it really is totally worth it.
@@jbivphotography Planning to use it for fashion photography and short documentaris. The aps-c is not a problem imho. Image quality is at top level.
Give it up for Sony ❤❤❤
I have been shooting Fuji since 2003, and always loved the colors. Recently checked dpreview‘s sample galleries of the latest Nikon Z series and the a7r5. Those pictures are super detailed, but the appeal of the Fuji colors is just totally missing. They just look digitally boring.
I won't lie. As much as I like my Z5 for wrestling photography. I must say I miss using Fujifilm, legitimately 100 times more fun to use.
But I get better results with the Z5 at f1.8, 1/500, iso 6400.
Fujifilm has the best color science
They really do. It's so amazing!!
Yo JB what do you recommend for a day to day fuji something you can keep on you anywhere?
if you looking for small easy carry day to day use stuff I personally would suggest the Xe4 and any of the f2 line of lenses 18,23,35,50
@@jamesrhynard287 thanks Fuji is definitely the best for a daily carry!
My personal favorite for a day to daddy carry ish the X-T30. It’s basically as small as an iPhone (a bit thicker) and has interchangeable lenses. But it still has the feel of an X-T series camera. The 30 basically has all the same internals as the X-T3 so you’re getting amazing quality out of it.
@@jbivphotography perfectly the others brand don’t have anything at the level and quality for such use.
I use xt 30 2 for weddings :/ I feel demotivated people likes more of fullframe cameras :(
Long time fuji user here! Fujifilm definitely inspires me to shoot. The lenses are so great too! My whole wedding production team shoots with fujifilm as well. We never looked back.
Well said 👍🏻
Thanks a bunch. Glad you liked the video.
Is it worth to buy X-T3 in 2023?
TOTALLY. I sold only one of mine. I still have the other for a second video camera and also backup for weddings.
@@jbivphotography Yay, I just ordered a used one and it's arriving tomorrow! So excited. I really hope I like it and that it performs well enough. My small hands are hurting so much from my full-frame Canon and I never use it for fun 😢
@@jbivphotography Thank you. I'm close to deciding to buy the X-T3 but can you tell me something about the lenses to start with? I want to arm myself with 23mm and 56mm but are the f1.4 and 1.2 (not WR) versions any good? Do they work fast and sharp? Is it worth reaching for something else?
@@maciejstrzelczyk1990 I have the 56mm (not the WR) and its BEAUTIFUL but my xt5 autofocus seems to struggle with this lens specifically. I haven't tried the newer version of the lens. If your okay with manual focusing, then the lens is wonderful. If you need faster autofocus, I would try the newer version of the lens or try renting first :)
@@katecrabb1958 but old version is working only manually? O.o
It's fair to say "look & feel" and "colour science" are purely subjective (and ostensibly boil down to the same thing - preference). I tried the XT3 with the best lenses Fuji could offer and found the image quality far inferior to my Canon R5 (although they served another need in my kit). I've since moved the XT3 and Fuji lenses on. As a casual bird and wildlife photographer I'm not fussed by the weight. Perhaps there's something to be said for price, however, with the Canon R8 coming in cheaper than the XT5 and the R6 mkII coming in about the same price as the XH2S, you're basically quibbling about lens prices (which I will accept there is a disparity and is a worthy consideration as a whole eco-system). Ultimately, it boils down to what makes you happy. Strangely, the Fuji system did not make me want to go out and shoot, whereas my Canon systems do. And that is way more important than any other consideration (both ways).
Those first couple weddings of the season will remind you quickly why you're saving up for a lighter kit.
John the disrespect when she stepped in to hang up the dress 😂
😂😂😂
I’ll just stick with my Nikon D750 that I got for $500. It’s full frame and has film look.
FUJI COLOUR FOREEEVVVVVVVVEEEEEEEEEEEERRRRRRRRR
I did my guy. Now figuring out how to get rid of my canon.
YEE. I'm sure they'll sell pretty easily.
I think I should switch... from XT20 to XT5? Haha
lol. That’s a pretty huge upgrade but you’re going to love it! I still love the XT XX series. I have an X-T30 and it’s one of my favorite cameras.
Yep, you can shoot weddings using Fuji. Just ask Kevin Mullins…
His stuff is amazing!
Fuji 100% best color. But hey, the vomitous Sony colors that put me off from the first and second Gen A7 series cameras has been changed a little. A7III is actually usable. It’s not a Fuji, but to be fair it’s not complete and utter trash anymore. I imagine they could have improved since then, too.
Nice to hear. I’m still sold out to Fujifilm I CAN NOT get enough of their color science. Everything I see a photo I’m just in awe.
Impossible? No but having shot with most systems at weddings they're just more difficult, less reliable af etc.
Fuji for weddings has a character the others do not have
It's very true. It really helps me stand out in my market.
I would love someone to tell me you can't shoot wedding's on a Fujifilm camera. Coz guess what, I do lol😅
lol. I see so many people online just surprised that I'm using Fujifilm.
Noooo, Canon The Best!!!! P.S. and Fujifilm =)
lol
Fuji is amazing camera like all other modern cameras. But saying its comparable to FF sony is ridiculous. Even a7iv smokes out in every aspect. in dynamic range, sharpness and overall image quality. Check Chris turners fuji vs sony video.