Congratulations on becoming an X-Photographer :) I prefer direct controls operationally and aesthetically, but I think it was a smart move by Fuji to bridge older SLR people over, or young people who are accustomed to using the family superzoom. It's still a very nice looking machine compared with Sony/Nikon etc.
Some really useful tips here, Reggie. I’m waiting for my X-S10 to arrive and I’ll no doubt watch this video again when I’m setting up my camera later on today. Thanks for taking the time to make this video.
Thanks for the helpful review. What lens would you recommend for a beginner focusing on Landscape and RUclips videos? Or should I start with the XT30 as a beginner?
Great review! Does the camera feel solid from a reliability standpoint? I’ve only ever used pro Sony bodies but looking for something more fun for family stuff and social media. Thanks!
Reggie great video and congrats on Ambassador status!! Does the XS10 feel high quality like the XT3 or does it feel more plastic and cheaper like the XT30? Thanks, Adam The New Woodworker
I have a XT30. Only passed on the XS10 because $300+ at the time I was buying. Thought the smaller grip would be an issue, but isn’t. Disabled the Q button and remapped it to AEL to solve that minor annoyance. XT30 with ‘charcoal dark’ grey looks cheap, IMO. Silver wasn’t in stock, so can’t comment. My XT30 is all-black and it looks/ feels as premium as xs10
Thanks for the video. I am considering the xs10 and your videos are very helpful. Judy a question for you: can you make the film simulation dial to set ISO?
Hi Reggie. Great well balanced video. I love your style and honesty in your reviews. Here's a vote for a video showing your settings for the X-S10. I've ordered one to replace my recently sold X-T2. Had the X-T2 for 4 years and loved it, however the X-S10 is much better suited to my needs than the X-T2. Really wanted better AF and IBIS in a smaller more travel friendly body.
Thanks for the review :), What kind of battery life were you getting on these, just shooting video with IBIS? For video, if one already has the 18-55 kit lens, is it worth getting the viltrox 23mm 1.4? (And have the firmware updates improved the video transition smoothness?)
the battery life is definitely not its strongsuit. i have a lot of batteries because i own the xt3 and x100v. so one needs at least 3 - 4 just to make sure they can survive a full day (or a powerbank)
Such a good point at 9:31, the lack of ability to program video centric settings on the C1-C4 slots. That could be solved via updates, right? Or has Fujifilm already delivered??? Great Video! I am studying a bit the XS10 as I will have to customise and explain it to my photography newbie neighbour when her XS10 arrives soon 😀 Me coming from the XT4 really felt I had to inform myself before appearing a dork when trying to explain her this PASM-Dial style camera
Hello! What do you think about build quality of this camera?Because my X-S10 has some clicky noise on the "rec" button, beside that i am very satisfied with this camera. What are your thoughts about build quality? Do you had some issues?
Great video! As always. Keep up the good work! What would be your comparison of the x-s10 vs the x100V? They seem closer then you'd think size wise. Primary camera is an xt4 with red badges
i use the x100v as my personal compact camera for stills only (as i'm fine with 23 as my sole focal legnth) and i use the xs10 as my personal camera for video or hybrid photo and video (and pair with the lightweight 18mm f2 or 35mm 1.4)
The front dial customization limitations are something that bother me about the X-T200 too and why I only use that camera for video and X-T3 for photo - muscle memory.
With X-S10 you can set a custom mode C1 to C4 by simply rotanting the pasm wheel. In those custom modes you can save a lot of parameters that you cannot save in any other Fujifilm camera, such as aperture, speed, autofocus mode, type of shutter, drive mode, photography mode (aperture priority, manual, speed priority), face/eye detect and many more. Imagine how fast it can be to customize this camera and changing from settings you use inside the church to settings you use outside the church by simply turning one single wheel. It is the ultimate event photographers' Fujifilm camera.
@@Reggiebphoto Maybe inside church in low light you are using single point af-s as the people are mainly stuck in place and af-c struggles in low-light, maybe you are using single shot drive mode, moreover you are probably using mechanical shutter to avoid banding due to artificial light and avoiding face and eye autofocus as with many faces one near the other you don't trust face recognition and suddently you have to exit outiside, you probably prefer burst mode, af-c with area tracking, face/eye af, electronic shutter. Those are all things you have to change one by one if you don't have C1-C4 with everything saved together.
I'm really excited to get my hands on one myself. Definitely looking for something like this for vlogging, just super disappointed with the weird button layouts and dials. Oh well! Great video man! 🙏🏼
Great review. I have the same question many have. I want my camera mostly for family shots as I have a newborn. I recently got an Xt3 and can only afford one body. I don’t need it for professional work. If you could only have one body ( not for work ) would you take the Xt3 or the Xs10?
I had the x-t20 in the beginning but, because of no IBIS, I had to get expensive Fuji glass or pray. The X-S10 was the cheapest of the line that had IBIS thus making it the most valuable Fuji camera for folks whose pockets were not so deep. And I have had absolutely amazing results. The PASM dial was easy to get used to. it also made the jump to the X-H2 much easier since the system is basically the same. The compact size, even with larger lenses, because of the grip, is why I still cherish this camera. The images are absolutely stunning.!
Great review! Reggie can you confirm, with the new Custom Settings C1-4, can you bracket them when shooting? Or is that reserved for only the standard available film simulations. Also if you ever apply the White Balance Shift, does that also affect the RAW files if you shoot both JPEG & RAW? Thanks in advance for the answers, because this looks to be an amazing camera.
I don’t have a solid answer for both your questions unforitnstley, I don’t think any fuji cam does what you’re asking (C1-c7 bracket snd/or wb shift for raw)
Thank you for the video, very helpful. What lens would you recommend for a beginner like myself, the Fuji 18-55mm lens or the 16-80mm? I'll be mostly taking photos, not video if that helps. Thank you!
hey reggie im a 1 year fuji user (xt20). im started to like this camera. however i wanna use it for my main camera because im a freelancer photographer/full time student. does this camera work well for wedding/convocation shoot etc?
Excellent review. Thanks. So on the xt3 and x100v, to use the front command for iOS and the rear for SS, is there a setting on the manual controls that allows that shifts control to the command wheels, or does the wheel "override" the manual setting?
its in the button/dial menu. for the xt3 you have to change auto iso to "command" then set the front command dial to iso. for the x100v, set the iso dial to c and then the front command dial to iso.
Thanks! I come from a sweet X-T2 but the AF really let me down on so many family shots. I like the compromise and finally I hope my wife will use it because of the AUTO mode! For years there is seldom proof that I exist because I am always behind the camera 😁
I'm like you. I sold my 4 year old X-T2 to "upgrade" to the X-S10. I wanted better AF and IBIS. Many times I would shoot with my non IBIS X-T2 in low light with the kit lens and have to bump up the ISO to get a reasonable shot as I could not shoot hand held below about 1/30 sec. I loved my X-T2 and in a lot of ways I will miss it but I see the X-S10 as close to the perfect camera for me right now. I should receive my X-S10 early next week. It's a bit slower hitting the stores here in Australia.
Hey Mike, how funny that we share exactly the same experiences :). Same Reggie does as he said. Low light is not that big issue with Fuji but indoors I often ended up with ISO of 12800 and that does not look nice. Great to hear! I was lucky to find a Store in Germany that had it suprisingly early. It arrives today and feels like early Christmas Eve :-P Have a good time with your X-S10! Cheers from Germany!
I’m coming from a Sony A73. I’m looking into t3 I’m pretty much a run a gun,hiking,street & portraits,would a non ibis body really matter?… ‘Go Warriors”
I think I must have watched every single xs-10 review on RUclips. This one is spot on. Thanks. I'll be getting the camera shortly (new fujifilm owner here 🙋🏼♂️). Besides the 18-55mm lens, how would you say this lens pairs with the 23mm f2? Especially if I'll be do some blogging as well. The small setup just would be perfect. Thanks in advance!
@@Reggiebphoto I honestly felt your review was sincere and genuine. Often the reviews can come across as generic and just basically naming the specs. It's good to hear actual pros and cons from the field. Glad I found your channel. Now I need to make sure I don't end up binging it 😁
That was my goal. I wanted to be critical of the camera even if I am an ambassador. Glad my honesty shined thru. As a couple week update, I’ve been locing the camera for what it is and it’s my daily use camera around the house with the kids ans for vidoe snd I also shot a successful pro portrait session with it
@@Reggiebphoto that's great to hear. I think it's difficult for some content creators to stay authentic and true to themselves. So well done (and keep it up!). Glad to hear you're enjoying it. Can't wait to get my hands on it!
Thanks, Reggie, great presentation! This will be my first non point and shoot camera (Sony and Canon so far), and first Fujifilm. Still deciding between the X-T30 and X-S10. Will begin with the XF 18-55 with either. I do mostly landscape photography on hikes. IBIS on the X-S10 could decide it, but I also like the idea of learning the traditional Fujifilm experience with the X-T30. Cheers, Steve
I do have X-T20 as well... the main reason why I do want to get this is the IBIS. But I am not really sure if this is really a good jump from x-t20 all other features wise. But with almost similar functions as x-t4, this is really a good camera IMO if you don't own a fuji yet. I am not a fan of PASM as well and I would really like to have those ISO, SS dials on top :D
May you advice if autofocus of x-s10 is good enough to take pictures of child which are never stationary? I would like to take good picture essentially for memory. Thanks
Superb review Reggie. I'm in the process of replacing my A6000 with a camera suitable for occasional content creation. Had shortlisted the A6400 and the X-T200, but inclined towards the X-S10 since it packs a lot more punch for the extra $300. How do you think this compares with the A6600 as a package for casual photography and the occasional youtube video?
From what I know, the a6600 can't film in 10bit 4:2:2. The x-s10 however can do it via an extarnal Recorder. In my opinion the only real advantage of the a6600 is the Autofokus and the big Z Battery. Everything else is kind of better or the same on the x-s10(USB-C, IBIS etc..). In terms of photography I can't say a lot about it.(Hope this comment was helpfull)
Does it have clean hdmi out, and unlimited run time? For use with Elgato 4K Camlink on live-streaming. For instance can you disable the auto shut-off so it doesn’t go into sleep mode? Thanks for you input!
Hi Reggie, great video! I liked that you pointed out both the pros and cons of the X-S10. I currently own a Sony RX100 m3 and looking to get a better camera that will allow me to practice manual photography as a beginner and also shoot occasional videos while travelling. I'm leaning towards the X-S10 over the Sony a6400 because it has IBIS and I've read that the X-S10 can produce good JPEGs with minimal editing (is this true?). I also like the smaller size of the X-S10 over the X-T3/X-T4. Do you think this would be a good choice for me?
Great review! This will be my first Fuji camera and my last one was a Panasonic G7, so won't notice most of the drawbacks. And btw I came here from the Fuji X-S User Facebook group, mine should come tomorrow or Saturday!
for videography and film which is worth? XS10 or Xt3 this are only my budget range xt4 are expensive. Please guide planning to buy but I dont know which one both are good cameras
Please do a breakdown on settings on this camera😇 I have an entry level Canon and looking to get something a bit better, this seems very enticing! Love the channel bro. New sub🤙🏼
Hi bro 👋 I m new to fujifilm xs10 system looking for either 23mm f1.4 R or 23mm f2, which one should I choose for better image quality, want your honest response, thanks alot 🤩
Thanks for the review Reggie, even though I bought it on the 17th. I've only owned the X100F so I wanted more flexibility with the lens; got the 16-80mm, it's wonderful. I get a bit overwhelmed with all the possible settings so I would like to hear how you set the camera up! Thanks!!!
@@Reggiebphoto Got it. What could be my first fuji lens? I like 27mm for price and size, but curious what you'd recommend. Your videos are amazingly soothing and informational!
Thanks for the honest and detailed review. Fuji is getting weird with their cripplings-wouldn't storing video settings in the custom modes be exactly what users of a camera like this want for content creation? And I know you shoot manual exposure, but I was really disappointed to see that Fuji didn't fix their worst-in-class minimum shutter speed implementation (another thing that would benefit target users of this camera no doubt).
@@Reggiebphoto thank you very much.. I am contemplating for quite some time now whether to go for the flagship or this one. Hight appreciate your response
I just got my new XS10 a week back and ot rocks.....there is so much to do with the options. But it is suitable for new comer for photography as its dials are not retro.
Hi there.. I am planning to shift from nolikon to fuji .. my interest is in macro photography and family function only. Is it wise choice to go for Fuji S X10 ? Pls advice
@@Reggiebphoto Is FujiFlim X S10, best for macro photography?? actually am plan to use my tokina 100mm nikon mount in fuji by using adaptor. if possible pls let me know best adaptor as well nikon mount to fuij
Great review! Now I really want one. Try setting your photo settings at C4, then you only need to move one click to get to video mode. That might work.
Amazing review. I have never owned a fujifilm camera but this information that you gave made me understand those cameras a lot better. Also the x-s10 looks like a nice b camera for video work.
I'm really disappointed that you cannot save video settings to those custom modes. It seems like the c1, c2, c3, c4 modes were put there to save different types of video settings. Thank you for the in-depth review!
Hey mate you might can help, I received my xs10 however realising that when I shoot video in Manuel on video mode the aperture settings aren’t on the lens they are on the front dial. And I can figure out how to enable the aperture ring on the lens. Can you help ? Appreciated
I love this camera but the control limitations have me thinking hard about the XT4. The lack of full-customization of all the controls in all modes is the big one. You’re stuck with shutter speed being on the rear dial in one shooting mode and the front dial in another, for example. But also - auto ISO in movie mode, there’s no min/max/ss settings. Not sure if that’s different in the XT4 but it’s annoying. The lack of custom movie modes - even if they were accessible on-screen only, and the C1-C4 on the mode dial remained stills-only, seems a no-brainer. There’s no full factory reset option. Would be nice on a camera with so many modes and deep menu options. When you hit the movie record button in one of the stills modes, your exposure settings go out the window and it just becomes Auto. And there’s no indication what the shutter speed is, it ignores your ISO settings etc. When in full movie mode, it would be nice if when you’re in auto ISO and then want to adjust the iso, that the selection would start at wherever the iso currently sits. But instead it makes you scroll from the bottom (auto). For example if you’re in auto iso and it’s currently sitting at 3200 and you want to lock it at 1600, you hit the iso button, and you have to scroll up through 160 to 1600. On the bright side the image quality is fantastic. It’s so small but the deep grip makes it super easy to hold securely. The IBIS and autofocus are both really, really decent. Lots of reasons to like this camera, especially for the price.
@@Reggiebphoto So on the XT4 the video auto iso doesn’t offer any min/max? That’s a bummer but you may have just saved me a pile of money. 😄 You can save custom video modes on the XT4 though, right? That you’d be able to switch in the Q menu?
I guess that for professional work, especially wedding videos, another problematic thing would be the fact that there's only one card slot, so if one card fails, no backup. But for serious work, one would record externally via HDMI anyway.
yes, but even the x-t3 has single card record. i'm always on the fence with backups because photo and video backups to two slots is a fairly newer technology. back in the day I used to use external hard drive/sd card readers to backup photos on site. And should i actually shoot critical video footage, a pro would likely have an atomos for duplicate footage or an on-site backup plan
Great review! I’m planning on selling my Sony a6400 and sigma 16 and 30 mm f1.4 primes and going with X-S10 and 2 primes. Debating between Fuji 23/50 f2 or the Viltrox 23/56 f1.4. Main use case if family photo and video run and gun like you! Recommendation on Fuji or Viltrox primes?
Just got the 16mm 1.4 after watching your vid. Actually, I ordered it first and found your vid later to get hyped. I think there is a HUGE untapped market for new parents trying to up their photo game. FYI. As the above comment mentions. All I really care about is photos of my kids. Kick it around as an idea for future vids. Also photo library management. Thanks and good luck to you and your family!!
@@brianswitzer totally agree on the market for family photographers wanting to up their game and on photo management. I’ve cobbled together a decent workflow using Lightroom CC and Apple Photos. After coming from the Sigma 16mm 1.4 I have a hard time justifying $900 for the Fuji equivalent. Plus I sort of alway felt that 16mm on crop sensor was a little wide for my taste.
Coming from Canon World, Psam mode is the reason I'll switch. I still doing wedding photography with a Canon 6D, with 11 focus point with great result so this S10 would be good for me. At the end of the day. The best camera is the one you can afford.
for weddings, just be aware that the buffer limit of this camera isn't the best. if you shoot a lot of continuous frames, you might find yourself waiting for the buffer to clear and missing a moment.
i was confuse about X-S10 & XT3 on sale , im a videographer & i have some tremor in my hand XS10 have an ibis but it said dont have WR but XT3 have WR but dont have an ibis for now i dont use camera in extreme situation , i mean if i choose xt3 i can have a long term usefull function. can anybody help me for preference? im sorry for my bad english 🙏🏻 thanks for helping
Doesn’t the X-S10 offer more/better lens selection than the Z50? Nikon is new to the crop sensor game. That was a major consideration when I was trying to decide between the two. Also, I really like the out of camera JPEG images, film simulations and Fuji color.
@@007UA16 yeah I ended up trading my Z50 in for the XS10, greatest decion! I will be set for quite some time with this camera is reckon, it is amazing.
@@Reggiebphoto the only problem is changing the settings on the pc app. The X-S10 has slightly different settings than the ones shown in the guide. I've followed the instructions exactly right but it still doesn't work. Also tried things in different orders. Maybe it's not 100% available yet
Hi! Great review!! But there’s a thing that I didn’t see anyone talking about this camera, how it behaves in sport photography. I am very interested on the X-S10 but I’m afraid that the FPS and the buffer won’t keep up! I would be using it to shoot horse dressage events, do you think I will be fine with it or it’s better to start thinking on sell a kidney and buy the X-T4?😂 Keep up the good work and by the way your kids are beautiful!!! Thank you for the help.
The main difference for sports is: 1) 11 fps vs 8 fps and the UHS-2 slot on the xt4. If you aren’t peaking the buffer, I think it will do fine in the af department
@@Reggiebphoto i’m sorry but I think I saw that the X-T4 was 15fps mechanical shutter or I’m I wrong? I’m very confused on what camera to get, the more I see the more confused I get!🤦
Xpro has still the best ergonomics in Fuji line up.Only idiotic thing is the text delete next to the button. This text, dedicated button and function should be removed permanently from any camera.
Oof. Loved the detailed review. This is exactly the style of camera I was hoping for from Fuji, but parts of the cons list made it a little bit of a deal breaker for me personally. Might not make a bad B cam, but I'm hoping for a "big brother/pro" version of this camera with a PASM layout to replace my XT3!
Many fuji users want the same control mechanics. They aren’t deal breakers but I like to give all the details so that if someone cares, they can’t say I didn’t warn them
@@Reggiebphoto yeah I get it, don't worry. But I still think many people research specs and spend way too much time contemplating what to get, you know? Just get a camera that is clearly enough for you and start shooting.
How can it be with that stupid side hinged screen.... you’re doubling the width of the camera nearly as soon as you take it out. This needs an unobtrusive tilt screen not the selfie pull out screen.
May you advice if autofocus of x-s10 is good enough to take pictures of child which are never stationary? I would like to take good picture essentially for memory. Thanks
What are your thoughts about this camera? Did Fujifilm make a mistake with the PASM dial?
Congratulations on becoming an X-Photographer :)
I prefer direct controls operationally and aesthetically, but I think it was a smart move by Fuji to bridge older SLR people over, or young people who are accustomed to using the family superzoom. It's still a very nice looking machine compared with Sony/Nikon etc.
Thanks for the comment
Big mistake! I love the dedicated dials on fuji systems. Would have bought it right away with "real" fuji controls
Thanks for the comment
Thanks for the comment
Some really useful tips here, Reggie. I’m waiting for my X-S10 to arrive and I’ll no doubt watch this video again when I’m setting up my camera later on today. Thanks for taking the time to make this video.
I’m glad!
Congrats on your Fuji ambassador status. You deserve it!
Thanks Brian!
Great video. Found you via the X-S10 group. I am expecting mine tomorrow.
Awesome! Glad to have your hear
I just ordered the x-s10 with the 16-80mm lens for my first real camera, I hope it meets all my expectations
I hope so too. I tried my best to point all its faults
@@Reggiebphoto received it the other day and so far I'm loving it! Well besides the horrible battery life
Ah yes. Get an extra or a power bank :)
I just got the XS10 and would love the full settings video from you! Thank you ~ love your channel!
Watching right now, just fot my fuji! thank you! Are you a Filipino?
Yes I am
@@Reggiebphoto super agree with the dial mode settings, I'm still figuring it out setting shortcuts to everything. Thank you for this vid!
Thanks for the helpful review. What lens would you recommend for a beginner focusing on Landscape and RUclips videos? Or should I start with the XT30 as a beginner?
The xs10 is more future proof I feel. I would maybe check out the 16mm options, the kit lens, or the 16-80
@@Reggiebphoto Thanks for your reply. So you recommend the 16-80 kit lens or 16 1.4 over the 18-55 kit lens for video and landscape?
Not necessary. The 18-55 is also a great option
@@Reggiebphoto Last question, would the 16 1.4 work for Video - RUclips and Zoom? Thanks again for all the inspiration!
Yup it does. I use mine for zoom
I was waiting for a video like this ❤️❤️❤️ thank you so much !!
Yes!
Great review! Does the camera feel solid from a reliability standpoint? I’ve only ever used pro Sony bodies but looking for something more fun for family stuff and social media. Thanks!
Solid video Reggie!! Looks like an awesome Compact camera!
PS: THAT NEON LIGHT IS DOPE!
Thanks dude! New addition for the new office haha.
Reggie great video and congrats on Ambassador status!!
Does the XS10 feel high quality like the XT3 or does it feel more plastic and cheaper like the XT30?
Thanks,
Adam
The New Woodworker
I haven’t tried the xt30. I would say it would be best to head to a store and hold it In your hand
I have a XT30. Only passed on the XS10 because $300+ at the time I was buying.
Thought the smaller grip would be an issue, but isn’t. Disabled the Q button and remapped it to AEL to solve that minor annoyance.
XT30 with ‘charcoal dark’ grey looks cheap, IMO.
Silver wasn’t in stock, so can’t comment.
My XT30 is all-black and it looks/ feels as premium as xs10
Nice review Reggie. I’ll have mine on Monday and I can’t wait. it’s gonna be my yt camera, travel maybe and some personal projects. Thank you sir,
Will be great for that!
Thanks for the video. I am considering the xs10 and your videos are very helpful. Judy a question for you: can you make the film simulation dial to set ISO?
Yup
I saw a video using their C4 mode as their manual mode, making it easier to switch from their video settings to photo
The manual mode remembers the settings tho that are saved to c4 so it actually slows things down for going back and for quickly
Great review ! I am really confused now between xt3 vs x-s10 for landscape , travel and portrait photography !!
It really depends on how you feel about video, ivis, and the screen
When is the review for the 10-24 mk ii droppin'? 😎 Ps. Thx for this vid, great review and what lens are you using here?
Haha hopefully soon.
Hi Reggie, is the x-s10 still worth it in 2023, or just wait for the x-s20.
BTW, I’m a San Franciscan too.
Thank you!
Hi Reggie. Great well balanced video. I love your style and honesty in your reviews. Here's a vote for a video showing your settings for the X-S10. I've ordered one to replace my recently sold X-T2. Had the X-T2 for 4 years and loved it, however the X-S10 is much better suited to my needs than the X-T2. Really wanted better AF and IBIS in a smaller more travel friendly body.
Thanks Mike! I’ll get on it
Reggiiieeee. My man with a quality video yet again. And you are also John’s friend:)). Kuuudos
Thanks Andrei!
Thanks for the review :), What kind of battery life were you getting on these, just shooting video with IBIS?
For video, if one already has the 18-55 kit lens, is it worth getting the viltrox 23mm 1.4? (And have the firmware updates improved the video transition smoothness?)
the battery life is definitely not its strongsuit. i have a lot of batteries because i own the xt3 and x100v. so one needs at least 3 - 4 just to make sure they can survive a full day (or a powerbank)
Such a good point at 9:31, the lack of ability to program video centric settings on the C1-C4 slots. That could be solved via updates, right? Or has Fujifilm already delivered???
Great Video! I am studying a bit the XS10 as I will have to customise and explain it to my photography newbie neighbour when her XS10 arrives soon 😀
Me coming from the XT4 really felt I had to inform myself before appearing a dork when trying to explain her this PASM-Dial style camera
Hi, did you ever make a video of your settings? I've just got one of these and would hugely benefit!
Nope I didn’t
Hello! What do you think about build quality of this camera?Because my X-S10 has some clicky noise on the "rec" button, beside that i am very satisfied with this camera. What are your thoughts about build quality? Do you had some issues?
Great video! As always. Keep up the good work!
What would be your comparison of the x-s10 vs the x100V? They seem closer then you'd think size wise. Primary camera is an xt4 with red badges
i use the x100v as my personal compact camera for stills only (as i'm fine with 23 as my sole focal legnth) and i use the xs10 as my personal camera for video or hybrid photo and video (and pair with the lightweight 18mm f2 or 35mm 1.4)
The front dial customization limitations are something that bother me about the X-T200 too and why I only use that camera for video and X-T3 for photo - muscle memory.
it's a big issue that i'm sure can be easily fixed. i don't really agree with firmware crippling just cause of the target market
With X-S10 you can set a custom mode C1 to C4 by simply rotanting the pasm wheel. In those custom modes you can save a lot of parameters that you cannot save in any other Fujifilm camera, such as aperture, speed, autofocus mode, type of shutter, drive mode, photography mode (aperture priority, manual, speed priority), face/eye detect and many more. Imagine how fast it can be to customize this camera and changing from settings you use inside the church to settings you use outside the church by simply turning one single wheel. It is the ultimate event photographers' Fujifilm camera.
Changing the settings between inside and outside the church actually isn’t a difficult thing at all in manual exposure.
@@Reggiebphoto Maybe inside church in low light you are using single point af-s as the people are mainly stuck in place and af-c struggles in low-light, maybe you are using single shot drive mode, moreover you are probably using mechanical shutter to avoid banding due to artificial light and avoiding face and eye autofocus as with many faces one near the other you don't trust face recognition and suddently you have to exit outiside, you probably prefer burst mode, af-c with area tracking, face/eye af, electronic shutter. Those are all things you have to change one by one if you don't have C1-C4 with everything saved together.
I'm really excited to get my hands on one myself. Definitely looking for something like this for vlogging, just super disappointed with the weird button layouts and dials. Oh well! Great video man! 🙏🏼
Yes, hoping they can fix this in later updates. It’s workable but kinda only a teaser about how good it can really be.
Fantastic review man! I'd love to watch your review of the M6 mk ii,,,,hint hint.
Haha no thanks
Can you reccomend it for food photography?
Great review. I have the same question many have. I want my camera mostly for family shots as I have a newborn. I recently got an Xt3 and can only afford one body. I don’t need it for professional work. If you could only have one body ( not for work ) would you take the Xt3 or the Xs10?
It depends on if you want video. If you want run and gun video then the xs10
Hybrid I would say. Mostly stills. I can always shoot video with my IPhone 12 pro
For mostly stills the xt3 is more robust
Good review and like you said the perfect hybrid video/photo camera. Congrats on being a Fuji ambassador.
Thanks!
I had the x-t20 in the beginning but, because of no IBIS, I had to get expensive Fuji glass or pray. The X-S10 was the cheapest of the line that had IBIS thus making it the most valuable Fuji camera for folks whose pockets were not so deep. And I have had absolutely amazing results. The PASM dial was easy to get used to. it also made the jump to the X-H2 much easier since the system is basically the same.
The compact size, even with larger lenses, because of the grip, is why I still cherish this camera. The images are absolutely stunning.!
Great review! Reggie can you confirm, with the new Custom Settings C1-4, can you bracket them when shooting? Or is that reserved for only the standard available film simulations. Also if you ever apply the White Balance Shift, does that also affect the RAW files if you shoot both JPEG & RAW? Thanks in advance for the answers, because this looks to be an amazing camera.
I don’t have a solid answer for both your questions unforitnstley, I don’t think any fuji cam does what you’re asking (C1-c7 bracket snd/or wb shift for raw)
@@Reggiebphoto No problem, I think you are right. Thanks!
Yeah I’ve tried the xt4 and those are not functions. So if those are important to you, it’s not possible on any fuji camera
@@Reggiebphoto Wow thanks for trying! BTW, I would still love to see a video about your X-S10 recommended settings. Thanks :-)
Thank you for the video, very helpful. What lens would you recommend for a beginner like myself, the Fuji 18-55mm lens or the 16-80mm? I'll be mostly taking photos, not video if that helps. Thank you!
I prefer the 18-55 but that’s just my preference
hey reggie im a 1 year fuji user (xt20). im started to like this camera. however i wanna use it for my main camera because im a freelancer photographer/full time student. does this camera work well for wedding/convocation shoot etc?
Did i miss the part where you speak about the Left Dial?
What is it for, is it programmable?
By default it’s for film Sim, but it can be customized to be most other fn commands
Excellent review. Thanks.
So on the xt3 and x100v, to use the front command for iOS and the rear for SS, is there a setting on the manual controls that allows that shifts control to the command wheels, or does the wheel "override" the manual setting?
its in the button/dial menu. for the xt3 you have to change auto iso to "command" then set the front command dial to iso. for the x100v, set the iso dial to c and then the front command dial to iso.
Arriving tomorrow and I am really excited :-)
Btw: Thank you for that great review, Reggie!
Exciting! It’s a monster camera in a tiny package. Enjoy!
Thanks! I come from a sweet X-T2 but the AF really let me down on so many family shots. I like the compromise and finally I hope my wife will use it because of the AUTO mode! For years there is seldom proof that I exist because I am always behind the camera 😁
Yes the af is blazing!
I'm like you. I sold my 4 year old X-T2 to "upgrade" to the X-S10. I wanted better AF and IBIS. Many times I would shoot with my non IBIS X-T2 in low light with the kit lens and have to bump up the ISO to get a reasonable shot as I could not shoot hand held below about 1/30 sec. I loved my X-T2 and in a lot of ways I will miss it but I see the X-S10 as close to the perfect camera for me right now. I should receive my X-S10 early next week. It's a bit slower hitting the stores here in Australia.
Hey Mike, how funny that we share exactly the same experiences :). Same Reggie does as he said.
Low light is not that big issue with Fuji but indoors I often ended up with ISO of 12800 and that does not look nice.
Great to hear! I was lucky to find a Store in Germany that had it suprisingly early. It arrives today and feels like early Christmas Eve :-P
Have a good time with your X-S10!
Cheers from Germany!
hi reggie! what gimbal do you recommend for fuji xs10 with 18-55 kit lens?
I haven’t used any gimbals so just check the payload and go from there
I’m coming from a Sony A73. I’m looking into t3 I’m pretty much a run a gun,hiking,street & portraits,would a non ibis body really matter?… ‘Go Warriors”
I think I must have watched every single xs-10 review on RUclips. This one is spot on. Thanks. I'll be getting the camera shortly (new fujifilm owner here 🙋🏼♂️). Besides the 18-55mm lens, how would you say this lens pairs with the 23mm f2? Especially if I'll be do some blogging as well. The small setup just would be perfect. Thanks in advance!
Was it the same or different than the others lol
@@Reggiebphoto I honestly felt your review was sincere and genuine. Often the reviews can come across as generic and just basically naming the specs. It's good to hear actual pros and cons from the field. Glad I found your channel. Now I need to make sure I don't end up binging it 😁
That was my goal. I wanted to be critical of the camera even if I am an ambassador. Glad my honesty shined thru. As a couple week update, I’ve been locing the camera for what it is and it’s my daily use camera around the house with the kids ans for vidoe snd I also shot a successful pro portrait session with it
@@Reggiebphoto that's great to hear. I think it's difficult for some content creators to stay authentic and true to themselves. So well done (and keep it up!). Glad to hear you're enjoying it. Can't wait to get my hands on it!
Thanks, Reggie, great presentation! This will be my first non point and shoot camera (Sony and Canon so far), and first Fujifilm. Still deciding between the X-T30 and X-S10. Will begin with the XF 18-55 with either. I do mostly landscape photography on hikes. IBIS on the X-S10 could decide it, but I also like the idea of learning the traditional Fujifilm experience with the X-T30. Cheers, Steve
Not a fan of PASM. I will keep my XT20. Also need Dpad as swipe functions don’t work with gloves.
Great Points
I do have X-T20 as well... the main reason why I do want to get this is the IBIS. But I am not really sure if this is really a good jump from x-t20 all other features wise. But with almost similar functions as x-t4, this is really a good camera IMO if you don't own a fuji yet. I am not a fan of PASM as well and I would really like to have those ISO, SS dials on top :D
@@chubatv5898 this camera has been deliberately handicapped so people buy XT4
I think I will wait for the next gen sensor before I make a change
Thanks for the comment
May you advice if autofocus of x-s10 is good enough to take pictures of child which are never stationary? I would like to take good picture essentially for memory. Thanks
Superb review Reggie. I'm in the process of replacing my A6000 with a camera suitable for occasional content creation. Had shortlisted the A6400 and the X-T200, but inclined towards the X-S10 since it packs a lot more punch for the extra $300. How do you think this compares with the A6600 as a package for casual photography and the occasional youtube video?
Honestly I’ve never tried the a6600. But I would assume it’s got the same capabilities with better color science.
From what I know, the a6600 can't film in 10bit 4:2:2. The x-s10 however can do it via an extarnal Recorder. In my opinion the only real advantage of the a6600 is the Autofokus and the big Z Battery. Everything else is kind of better or the same on the x-s10(USB-C, IBIS etc..). In terms of photography I can't say a lot about it.(Hope this comment was helpfull)
Does it have clean hdmi out, and unlimited run time? For use with Elgato 4K Camlink on live-streaming. For instance can you disable the auto shut-off so it doesn’t go into sleep mode? Thanks for you input!
Sorry for the delayed response yes it does
@@Reggiebphoto great, thanks!
Thanks for a great review. You mention that ISO can’t be set to front command dial. Is there any way to get ISO assigned to the rear dial?
Top left fn dial can be changed
Hi Reggie, great video! I liked that you pointed out both the pros and cons of the X-S10. I currently own a Sony RX100 m3 and looking to get a better camera that will allow me to practice manual photography as a beginner and also shoot occasional videos while travelling. I'm leaning towards the X-S10 over the Sony a6400 because it has IBIS and I've read that the X-S10 can produce good JPEGs with minimal editing (is this true?). I also like the smaller size of the X-S10 over the X-T3/X-T4. Do you think this would be a good choice for me?
Sounds like the camera may be a good fit!
Great review! This will be my first Fuji camera and my last one was a Panasonic G7, so won't notice most of the drawbacks. And btw I came here from the Fuji X-S User Facebook group, mine should come tomorrow or Saturday!
awesome. please let me know if there's any specific content you'd like to see! I'm here to help you in your transition to fujifilm!
@@Reggiebphoto thanks man will do, really appreciate it!
for videography and film which is worth? XS10 or Xt3 this are only my budget range xt4 are expensive. Please guide planning to buy but I dont know which one both are good cameras
Nice size and weight but without 10 bit video and controls it lags the xt3/4.
This is true
Great review! So detailed
Appreciate it Paolo. Hope it was helpful
@@Reggiebphoto Very helpful for me to ease my GAS flare up and stick with my X-T3🙏🏻 thank you!
Yup the xt3 is still relevant and maybe more attractive due to the price drop
Please do a breakdown on settings on this camera😇 I have an entry level Canon and looking to get something a bit better, this seems very enticing! Love the channel bro. New sub🤙🏼
Thanks my friend! Looking to do the settings video soon!
Ordered the camera. Would love more tips for this one!
Will do!
What are the best budget lenses for the X-S10 for travel vlogs? New to the channel, sorry if you answered this in a previous video.
The kit lens
Hi bro 👋 I m new to fujifilm xs10 system looking for either 23mm f1.4 R or 23mm f2, which one should I choose for better image quality, want your honest response, thanks alot 🤩
Thanks for the review Reggie, even though I bought it on the 17th. I've only owned the X100F so I wanted more flexibility with the lens; got the 16-80mm, it's wonderful. I get a bit overwhelmed with all the possible settings so I would like to hear how you set the camera up! Thanks!!!
Awesome, will definitely get on that!
Trying to buy my first camera to shoot children/family photo/videos, which one would you recommend between X100V, XS10 and XT3?
It really depends on how much weight or frequency you’ll shoot video. But as a family camera for both photos and videos I think the xs10 has the edge
@@Reggiebphoto Got it. What could be my first fuji lens? I like 27mm for price and size, but curious what you'd recommend.
Your videos are amazingly soothing and informational!
Purchase the camera with the included 18-55 kit lens. That’s always my first recommendation
Thanks for the honest and detailed review. Fuji is getting weird with their cripplings-wouldn't storing video settings in the custom modes be exactly what users of a camera like this want for content creation? And I know you shoot manual exposure, but I was really disappointed to see that Fuji didn't fix their worst-in-class minimum shutter speed implementation (another thing that would benefit target users of this camera no doubt).
yes even better is if they would just put a shutter angle mode in the camera. problem solved!
Hey reggie, do you think its a x-s10 a good update from x-t20?
Yes I do.
@@Reggiebphoto thank you very much.. I am contemplating for quite some time now whether to go for the flagship or this one. Hight appreciate your response
*highly
It’s a tough decision tbh
I just got my new XS10 a week back and ot rocks.....there is so much to do with the options. But it is suitable for new comer for photography as its dials are not retro.
Hi there.. I am planning to shift from nolikon to fuji .. my interest is in macro photography and family function only. Is it wise choice to go for Fuji S X10 ? Pls advice
What advice are you looking for?
@@Reggiebphoto Is FujiFlim X S10, best for macro photography?? actually am plan to use my tokina 100mm nikon mount in fuji by using adaptor. if possible pls let me know best adaptor as well nikon mount to fuij
There isn’t anything that makes it better for macro photography than another camera. What are you drawn to on the xs10
@@Reggiebphoto by seeing the IBS and and 26 Mps which will give extra details if i need to crop in my macro subjects right.
Great review! Now I really want one. Try setting your photo settings at C4, then you only need to move one click to get to video mode. That might work.
Amazing review. I have never owned a fujifilm camera but this information that you gave made me understand those cameras a lot better. Also the x-s10 looks like a nice b camera for video work.
Yes it definitely is!
I'm really disappointed that you cannot save video settings to those custom modes. It seems like the c1, c2, c3, c4 modes were put there to save different types of video settings. Thank you for the in-depth review!
yes, i'm really bummed. I sent this feedback to fujifilm directly (since i'm an ambassodor). who knows if they'll take action tho
Hey mate you might can help, I received my xs10 however realising that when I shoot video in Manuel on video mode the aperture settings aren’t on the lens they are on the front dial. And I can figure out how to enable the aperture ring on the lens. Can you help ? Appreciated
There’s a couple way to decouple the physical adjustments from the camera to the menu. If you can turn this off you can regain your aperture control
@@Reggiebphoto man appreciated, I’ll gonna have another dive into the menu and will do a hunt 👍 appreciated
Yeah, it’s actually something new. I had it happen to me and was able to turn it off. But j don’t remember exactly how I did it
@@Reggiebphoto dont worry, isn’t a big deal breaker for me right and if not I still can contact Fuji.
Thanks for your help tho 👍
Of course! Thanks for the question
Those pet peeves are pretty helpful to know - quite a few of them would be annoying for me too.
Glad to help
I love this camera but the control limitations have me thinking hard about the XT4.
The lack of full-customization of all the controls in all modes is the big one. You’re stuck with shutter speed being on the rear dial in one shooting mode and the front dial in another, for example.
But also - auto ISO in movie mode, there’s no min/max/ss settings. Not sure if that’s different in the XT4 but it’s annoying.
The lack of custom movie modes - even if they were accessible on-screen only, and the C1-C4 on the mode dial remained stills-only, seems a no-brainer.
There’s no full factory reset option. Would be nice on a camera with so many modes and deep menu options.
When you hit the movie record button in one of the stills modes, your exposure settings go out the window and it just becomes Auto. And there’s no indication what the shutter speed is, it ignores your ISO settings etc.
When in full movie mode, it would be nice if when you’re in auto ISO and then want to adjust the iso, that the selection would start at wherever the iso currently sits. But instead it makes you scroll from the bottom (auto). For example if you’re in auto iso and it’s currently sitting at 3200 and you want to lock it at 1600, you hit the iso button, and you have to scroll up through 160 to 1600.
On the bright side the image quality is fantastic. It’s so small but the deep grip makes it super easy to hold securely. The IBIS and autofocus are both really, really decent. Lots of reasons to like this camera, especially for the price.
Half the complaints you listed are true on the xt4 as well - regarding auto iso and custom modes for video
@@Reggiebphoto So on the XT4 the video auto iso doesn’t offer any min/max? That’s a bummer but you may have just saved me a pile of money. 😄
You can save custom video modes on the XT4 though, right? That you’d be able to switch in the Q menu?
Nope it doesn’t
And no you can’t set custom vidoe modes. Just custom film sims
Genuine question:
Should I pick X-T4 if I'm getting one in special deal only 250 Euros more than X-S10?
It depends on what you want/newd
Nice review, mine is meant to arrive tomorrow 👍
Nice! Do you have any other Fujifilm cameras?
@@Reggiebphoto I got the xt3 I’m using currently for filming and photography
Xs10 will be mainly for vlogging and film work tho
Same same!
I guess that for professional work, especially wedding videos, another problematic thing would be the fact that there's only one card slot, so if one card fails, no backup. But for serious work, one would record externally via HDMI anyway.
yes, but even the x-t3 has single card record. i'm always on the fence with backups because photo and video backups to two slots is a fairly newer technology. back in the day I used to use external hard drive/sd card readers to backup photos on site. And should i actually shoot critical video footage, a pro would likely have an atomos for duplicate footage or an on-site backup plan
Great review. Agree with adding the capability to customize those dials on the right. I hope Fujifilm is listening...
I sent official feedback to the US tech reps. Whether this gets elevated to japan to take action, we shall see
Great review! I’m planning on selling my Sony a6400 and sigma 16 and 30 mm f1.4 primes and going with X-S10 and 2 primes. Debating between Fuji 23/50 f2 or the Viltrox 23/56 f1.4. Main use case if family photo and video run and gun like you!
Recommendation on Fuji or Viltrox primes?
Big fan of the 16 1.4. Check out my review on this.
Just got the 16mm 1.4 after watching your vid. Actually, I ordered it first and found your vid later to get hyped. I think there is a HUGE untapped market for new parents trying to up their photo game. FYI. As the above comment mentions. All I really care about is photos of my kids. Kick it around as an idea for future vids. Also photo library management. Thanks and good luck to you and your family!!
@@brianswitzer totally agree on the market for family photographers wanting to up their game and on photo management. I’ve cobbled together a decent workflow using Lightroom CC and Apple Photos.
After coming from the Sigma 16mm 1.4 I have a hard time justifying $900 for the Fuji equivalent. Plus I sort of alway felt that 16mm on crop sensor was a little wide for my taste.
I’m open to ideas! Definitely want to educate that segment of the audience because I live it daily
Got it. I did a review on the Viltrox 23 if you want to check thst outz
Can you clarify about the dial customization or lack there of? I was a little confused by what you said.
On other Fujifilm cameras you can control exposure adjustments with the front command dial specifically iso
@@Reggiebphoto Thanks!! Can you assign ISO to the rear dial? Or the left side dial?
@@armaniusmaximus left side dial, yes!
@@Reggiebphoto Thanks for the informative video and your timely replies!! Subscribed!!
Welcome aboard!
Damn want that 4K 60. May have to opt for the T3 but no ibis.
Yeah 4k 60
Needs the uhs-2 slot which the xs10
Doesn’t have
Can i use Cinematic Fujifilm Profils without color grading for Video ? I hate color Grading 🤨
Yup definitely can!
use eterna / classic chrome
Coming from Canon World, Psam mode is the reason I'll switch. I still doing wedding photography with a Canon 6D, with 11 focus point with great result so this S10 would be good for me. At the end of the day. The best camera is the one you can afford.
for weddings, just be aware that the buffer limit of this camera isn't the best. if you shoot a lot of continuous frames, you might find yourself waiting for the buffer to clear and missing a moment.
@@Reggiebphoto thank you 🙏🙏
Curious to hear what lenses other XS-10 owners here have paired to their camera!
The 35mm 1.4 is awesome on itn
I didn't overthink about it and rolled with XC35mm f2 (minimalist street photography setup) and plan to stick with it for a year xD
i was confuse about X-S10 & XT3 on sale , im a videographer & i have some tremor in my hand
XS10 have an ibis
but it said dont have WR
but XT3 have WR but dont have an ibis
for now i dont use camera in extreme situation , i mean if i choose xt3
i can have a long term usefull function.
can anybody help me for preference?
im sorry for my bad english 🙏🏻 thanks for helping
If you’re a videographer, I would do the xt3 with proper stabilization - monopod or gimbal
@@Reggiebphoto Alright noted it 🙏🏻 Thanks for the help man !! Appreciate it 😍 God Bless You
You’re welcome!
I second Reggie with the XT3. My hands are shaky but with warp stabilizer or having a gimbal or tripod will help!
i didn't found f-log? is it there?
Xs10 has flog yes
I'm more interested in AF performance and video quality of X-S10.
Af performance is the same as the xt3 and xt4. Video quality will be the same as the equivalent codec and resolutions on the xt4
Fuji XS10 or Nikon Z50?
I personally haven’t tried the z50 so I can’t comment
Doesn’t the X-S10 offer more/better lens selection than the Z50? Nikon is new to the crop sensor game. That was a major consideration when I was trying to decide between the two. Also, I really like the out of camera JPEG images, film simulations and Fuji color.
@@007UA16 yeah I ended up trading my Z50 in for the XS10, greatest decion! I will be set for quite some time with this camera is reckon, it is amazing.
picked one up for 835 with kit lens and lots of extras.
iam wedding photographer i have xt3.. can I use the xs10 as a second body?.... thanks
The buffer limit is a lot less
anyone else having trouble changing settings on Webcam 2.0 for the X-S10?
I haven’t tried yet. What’s the issue?
@@Reggiebphoto the only problem is changing the settings on the pc app. The X-S10 has slightly different settings than the ones shown in the guide. I've followed the instructions exactly right but it still doesn't work. Also tried things in different orders. Maybe it's not 100% available yet
Got it. Not sure what the cause is.
Hi! Great review!! But there’s a thing that I didn’t see anyone talking about this camera, how it behaves in sport photography. I am very interested on the X-S10 but I’m afraid that the FPS and the buffer won’t keep up! I would be using it to shoot horse dressage events, do you think I will be fine with it or it’s better to start thinking on sell a kidney and buy the X-T4?😂
Keep up the good work and by the way your kids are beautiful!!! Thank you for the help.
The main difference for sports is: 1) 11 fps vs 8 fps and the UHS-2 slot on the xt4. If you aren’t peaking the buffer, I think it will do fine in the af department
@@Reggiebphoto i’m sorry but I think I saw that the X-T4 was 15fps mechanical shutter or I’m I wrong? I’m very confused on what camera to get, the more I see the more confused I get!🤦
Ah perhaps it does. I don’t have an xt4. I only have the xf3 which is 11 fps .
Xpro has still the best ergonomics in Fuji line up.Only idiotic thing is the text delete next to the button. This text, dedicated button and function should be removed permanently from any camera.
Ah got it!
Oof. Loved the detailed review. This is exactly the style of camera I was hoping for from Fuji, but parts of the cons list made it a little bit of a deal breaker for me personally. Might not make a bad B cam, but I'm hoping for a "big brother/pro" version of this camera with a PASM layout to replace my XT3!
Yes honestly I’m such a bad ambassador lol. Maybe I’m too honest lol
The cons were literally so minor that I don't understand how they could be deal breakers lol. Some people overthink so much
Many fuji users want the same control mechanics. They aren’t deal breakers but I like to give all the details so that if someone cares, they can’t say I didn’t warn them
@@Reggiebphoto yeah I get it, don't worry. But I still think many people research specs and spend way too much time contemplating what to get, you know? Just get a camera that is clearly enough for you and start shooting.
Yup I agree.
No subtitles are turned on in the video.
Thanks for pointing that out! Sorry :(
Still worth in 2024?
How can it be with that stupid side hinged screen.... you’re doubling the width of the camera nearly as soon as you take it out. This needs an unobtrusive tilt screen not the selfie pull out screen.
Agreed !
Akala ko si Ogie Alcasid. Hehe
🤦♂️
May you advice if autofocus of x-s10 is good enough to take pictures of child which are never stationary? I would like to take good picture essentially for memory. Thanks