I'll be waiting somewhat impatiently for your first impressions of the 30mm Macro. Your opinions are basically the only ones I'll listen to when it comes to modern Fuji lenses.
It would be nice to have a camera that does both still and video equally as well as the other, without sacrificing something, and I don't mind if there is an ability to use video, to a limited degree, on a digital "stills" camera, but I can't express my joy with the knowledge that the X-T5 is more of a "still cameras" camera for the majority, including myself. Fuji has done well deviding the X-T5 with the X-H2 ans 2s. PASM, stay on your side of the fence and best wishes with the X-H2/2s, and may our dials, from the X-T1-5 remain on future generations. Nice video - Thank You!
@@Las_cacas New battery has 700 shots, conservatively. I've shot all day music festivals with the old battery, swapping out once. We are talking 800-1500 pictures. But if you need the battery grip, the xh2 has it. Not that I would have minded if the xt5 did, but I won't miss it at all.
@@balboa0621 if the xh2 user experience is the same as the xh2s (which I own) no thanks. It takes wonderful pictures, the button layout and some of the decisions taken on the camera are very cumbersome. Not being able to press the scroll wheels and the joy stick... Etc etc...
@@rfa2381 That's another solution. But it also adds complexity, and bulkyness to the screen. We'll see wether that screen will stood the test of time. The point is, for photo centric camera, this screen is perfect! Especially if we take a look at the history of the X-T line, it's always been tilt. X-T4 was an anomaly in the line, because Fuji tried to patched the X-H1 market failure with it. And don't bring up the X-T200, because that's not really an X-T, more like X-A7 with EVF.
As someone who does photography as a hobby I put aesthetics of the camera itself way up there with the images the camera takes. I find myself taking out a camera more if it looks pretty. And sure people value different looks but I love the retro, film camera look the Fuji lineup offers, and the X-TX line is for me the perfect balance between looking cool and taking great photos. I think I'll be upgrading to the X-T5 and your video helped confirm my choice. Thanks!
@@GajanBalan I went today to local London Camera Exchange shop to get a felling of xt5. My first impression was: very light and bit "plastic" in handling. Just saying it as a owner of xt2 only. Metal on the body didn't feel as good as on xt2. Black finish is bit odd too.
Finally. Been waiting for the right camera to upgrade to since the X-T2. The 3 had that impossible-to-use rear dial (and shrunken exposure comp dial). The 4 had the awkward screen and grew a touch too large. The H line has the SPAM dial. The Pro line got a weird screen and too much expense in the optical vf. The E line has like 2 buttons and dials on the body. Finally. Finally.
Finally!!! My X-T2 will finally be retired 🎉 After weeks with the X-T4 and X-H2S, I clamored for a classic Fujifilm UX. No flippy screens or PASM dials for my primary photography tool, please! This X-T5 is exactly what I want as an upgrade with higher resolution, IBIS, proper video specs for the occasional clip, and of COURSE, the return of the tilting screen 😊 This is speaking to me so hard that I did something I’ve never done and preordered a new model. Can’t wait to get this in hand! So yeah just continue to build the brand loyalty Fujifilm…and keep the firmware updates coming!
As much as I want this, I probably will still stay with my X-T3 up until it gives up. Good thing about Fuji is they still release updates for old cameras too.
Gajan, you did an outstanding job. You covered this with your friend from a photography perspective, which is who this camera is meant for, flip screen be damned. I have the same view as your friend as I was never overly excited by a flip screen. For video and maybe a few special circumstances, maybe, but photographers never had or really care about flip screens due to composition. You are right and whether you choose to or not you did the Fuji XT5 justice by sticking to the facts and leaving the fluff alone and for that in my mind, this was a review. It is a hybrid camera with video features, which is where the market is today, but all of the buttons and dials are back, and if you want a video-first camera, as you said the XH2 is more than capable.
Great releases from Fuji. Funny enough I think this puts the X-T4 kind of in a sweet spot between those who want some XH features in a XT body. I.e. flip out screen and a battery grip. I’ll hold on to my X-T4 for a little longer due to that.
Great video Gajan! Seems like a great hybrid camera but still created with a photo-first mindset. As much as the fully articulating screen helps solo content creators I’ve always felt it was annoying for photography so I’m glad to see they went back to their older style
Came back to comment - amazing work again brother. I always enjoy hearing the opinions of people who actually are who they say they are professionally because the information actually makes sense.
Honestly, the camera seems super cool, but ultimately, it’s the 30mm macro I’m most interested in. Seems like the best macro lens for digitizing film from my Leica MP! 😂
I love the look of the xt top dials and those on my x100v but I still assign speed, ISO and aperture to the front and back dials, just find it much much quicker to get results. Good there's the option to use it how you prefer.
I totally agree and will buy the x-t5. matched with 27mm f2.8 this combo is almost pocketable and carry anywhere everyday camera. i wished that it had the x-h2s internals but i think fuji did the right thing with equip this with x-h2 internals.
Excellent review. Could not agree with you more on two points you made. First the screen; what a welcome return to the XT3 style. Never used mine in the XT4 in the field, it was that bad a design. Second, ensuring one understands the AF-C settings and sets the correct setting for the subject. Never found the AF-C capabilities on my XT4 limiting for sport (galloping horses, cycle racing or dogs running), but I am looking forward to seeing the real world improvements in the XT5. Thanks for the review. My order for the XT5 was placed this afternoon. Can't wait!
Pre-ordered one already! Couldn’t agree more that its a return to form. I learned many of my photography skills on the X-T3 and this feels like the perfect upgrade to it.
Great content as always. I completely agree with your thoughts on the sub-dials; the biggest thing keeping me from upgrading from my X-T3 is the dedicated photometry dial. They could totally smush the "Still/Movie" dial into the slew of stills options and reopen that space for something more dial-friendly. Can't wait to see your 30mm Macro review 👀
Please do a deep dive into it! it may not fit with where you want to go overall, but you've been my go-to for Fuji content for several years now. I don't know what it would take to convince you to do so, but I'd be greatful for it! Still on my bucket list to shoot with you one day!
Yesterday I used my X-T5 and 16-55mm in fairly bad hospital lighting (for a work thing), in a bustling crowd, and found the autofocus and face recognition were rock solid. A great first work-related outing with it.
X-T3 user upgrading. One feature not mentioned is the pixel shift photos at insane resolution. Has limits but for say product shots, amazing. It’s a great camera.
at first I was a bit off-put by the removal of the flip screen, as an X-T4 owner who uses the video features for work, and photo features for fun, the video functionality was the main reason I went with the camera in the first place (along with it's great looks). But thinking about it more, when I'm using it for photography, and most videography (except when filming myself) the tilt screen is actually far more useful (and very critically for me, looks far less goofy when shooting on the street). Where as the X-T4 was 50/50 photo/video, the X-T5 seems more 60/40. A little upsetting as I love the X-T aesthetic and personally much prefer the exposure dials on the X-T system as opposed to the standard like on the XH2s, which better suites my needs in terms of 'features'. For me two years ago the X-T4 was the absolute perfect camera all around. Now I feel like I need (want) an X-T5 AND an X-H2s. Guess I just need to keep working and get both because they are uniquely compelling. :) Love the videos as always! Upon seeing half a dozen X-T5 videos in my sub feed I knew this one would be the most insightful and wasn't let down!
That guy you handed the camera to seems to misremember how the X-T2 and 3 looked. They have the same amount of buttons, dials and switches. Some buttons have moved a little and some switches have new functions, but the X-T5 is almost identical to the X-T2 in terms of buttons and stuff.
It’s weird that they didn’t bring back metering mode switch. As you said movie/stills should be on under iso dial with other functions since it’s more photo-centric camera
Clear, comprehensive video as always. I notice a lot of XT5 coverage talks about the upgrade from the XT3 (and barely mentions the 4). As someone who bought the XT4 earlier this year (*not* for the screen), I wonder how well they actually sold. Seems like a lot of people who held out are getting exactly what they wanted.
I have the X-T4 and am a photography first user. When X-H2 came out, I was still not tempted to pick one up despite the 40mp improvement. However, the 3-axis tilt screen is the reason alone that I might pick up this camera. (fully articulating screen on the X-T4 when using shutter release bugs me a lot when shooting at certain angles on a tripod.). Anyway, great review!
5 Reasons I would upgrade to an X-T5 from my X-T30: 1) Deeper grip than previous models in the X-T line. 2) IBIS 3) The return of the tilt screen. I really wanted to buy the X-S10 because of it's deeper grip and IBIS but the trade off of going from the tilt screen on my X-T30 to the flippy screen on the X-S10 wasn't worth it. 4) Larger battery than my current Fujifilm cameras. 5) The elimination of that nasty battery grip interface from the bottom of previous X-Tx series cameras. I was joyful when Omar explicitly mentioned that in his review. I forgot how much I disliked that thing. I might actually buy an X-Tx series camera now.
Been using it for fast equine sports photography for a couple of months now. I have got around it's shortcomings...if indeed they could be called that. The lack of a grip...has proved not a problem. The battery life is superb. The buffer...well, this is the biggest problem. However, shooting hief and compressed raw and only zone focus (Not subject detect, which affects this) I get enough for what I shoot. High ISO noise... it's definitely worse than the X-T3&4, but with noise reduction software where I have to shoot in lower light....well, that's a non issue. (Adds to my work time though) This camera is a beast...if I need to crop, wow! I love it and would wholy recommend the X-T5 100% 😁
I still shoot with an old Nikon DSLR with a 50mm 1.2 AIs lens with no complaints. However, I've been planning to upgrade to a mirrorless but none have grabbed my attention. The Nikon Z, Canon, Sony seem like they came from the same manufacturing plant. The Fuji XT5 looks and feels like old school, just what I had always wanted. Thanks to your video it has reinforced my decision to purchase the XT5 and with that become a part of the Fujifilm family.
Please do review of this camera. RUclips need your take on this camera for sure. People are just so whiney and complain about what was wrong but hardly anyone share enough what the do right. How about custom functions which is very useful.
I’m so glad I waited on the XT4 and XPRO3 now can sell my XT3 and get this. They got it right. It really looks great. Please (PLEASE) do fully review it, but this was a great initial impression.
The camera looks beautiful I was wondering if I needed to upgrade from my xt4 but I won’t have to do that. Great video! I’m glad I saw this cause your videos don’t pop up like they used to.
This is a great review. Thanks! I'm in market for new camera (upgrading from an Olympus) and considering XT5, XH2, and OM1. I'm leaning towards the XT5. I'm mostly a photographer (amateur), only about 10% of what I do is video. Just wanting a good quality, all - around (landscape, wildlife, family events, grandchildren sports) camera. Thanks again for the review.
I ordered one at 7:30am this morning along with the new 30mm lens. I'm adding this to my collection of all the Fuji XT camera's starting with the X-T1 thru the X-T4. I'm anxious to get my hands on this and wring it out and see the differences between it and my X-T4 and X-T3. It will be nice to get back to a smaller body like that of the X-T1.
Looks like a great piece of kit. I've been loving my time w/ the X100V for the past couple of years, also waiting for a reason to upgrade my Canon EOS R. I'm heavily invested in EF L-series lenses and hate selling things, otherwise this would be a no-brainer for me. Maybe it still is, idk. Thanks for the great video-instant subscribe.
I think your buddy who missed the "super clean body" of the X-T2/3 was confused. Claiming this one has way more buttons when I'm pretty sure it's the exact same amount. Perhaps he's remembering the X-E series? I'd like to see this camera next to the X-T1, I loved the size of that camera and missed it when upgrading to the X-T3. Thanks for sharing.
Excellent review as usual Gajan. I moved over to Fujifilm a few years ago and wished I'd done so years before that (from another leading brand). Using my X-T4 totally reignited my passion for simply getting out there and shooting, but the resolution has often been a (slight) disappointment compared to by previous brick of a camera! the X-T5 will be top of my agenda when it's released and when funds allow.
Well that was fast to get a review! Lol…great video! Was there some Embargo on releasing the bid? I’m trying to debate between the xpro 3 or this now…what do you think?
Thanks for the excellent review. I agree, why is movie mode not just another option on the top dial? That's a great idea! We have between 1 and 8000 the T B A settings on the XT-4, why not add an M for movie mode? This would free the underlying dial to return to the metering mode settings as it was on the XT-3. I use the viewfinder for all my photography, and only use the screen for reviewing shots, so I couldn't care less how it is articulated. There are a few times I have to lie down or hold the camera above my head, but these situations are not going to make a big issue on how I choose a camera screen. Other than I want to be able to reverse it and close it - I just had the screen of my X100V shattered by what I can only imagine was a small knock. I'd prefer to be able to rotate and close the screen to a position that it is not vulnerable.
Great review as always. I’m not stressed about photometry. I’m used to assigning a function button to it on the H2S and the X100V. Totally agree with you on the screen. I refused to give up my XT3 because of that screen. For video, sure the flippy screen is nice, but I rarely shoot video on my XT3. I need that tilt screen for low shots and verticals. Very glad it’s back.
Not easy to me to decide what will be the evolution of my actual X-S10. I will try the wildlife photography and I think for those activities X-H2S is the best choice. But I am a photographer not a video maker ad also the 40Mpx allow me to crop images if I need to. Then X-T5 will be the right choice. But I love the multi angle screen of X-S10 and I had Nikon system and for me PASM is natural, the same of the X-H2 series and I don't like the screen and I never use the "old style" command of X-T5, maybe the X-H2 seems to be the right choice. But X-H2 is bigger and heavier of the X-T5 and has the CF card very expensive... Really I don't have a clear idea, better I have a big confusion in my mind!!!!
Wow, Looking at the comments in your and other reviews people really like this release! For me, as a video shooter, the X-T5 is not interesting but that’s good because Fuji is making a better separation between photo and video. Video is going into XS & XH series with more „modern“ look and the XT is now really for photographers with retro dials, high MP and tilt screen. Now waiting for all photographers to update so that they sell their X-T4s 😅 For video the XT4 is still great and very capable. Even 2022 for most of the consumers I think!
Welcome back from Chennai bro! Amazing content always! Hopefully they release an XT-40/50 , smaller than XT-5. On a sidetone, where do you get your rings? Especially the gold one.✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾
Given that Fuji X100V is rarely available and quite a lot increased in price, do you think that XT5 is a good alternative, considering the relative size/footprint while being more versatile ? Also, is there a possibility that Fuji will release other pancake lens than the 27mm in a more wider focal length range? Like 35mm equivalent or so?
Hi Gajan, do you have an arca plate from the x-t4 that you can test for fit on the x-t5? I’m wondering if the anti rotation pins match, such as the RRS plate from the x-t4. Thank you.
Just to confirm, you said this also has the 2x digital zoom in video from the X-H2? That seems like a pretty awesome feature, as someone who shoots only with primes.
I like when a flip out screen can close display to body to hide the screen altogether. But this is solved quite nicely in the xpro3. I guess the tilt on the t5 isn’t so bad either
What would be a good starter lens for getting into Fujifilm cameras? I am very intrigued by this camera...would it just be to start with the kit lens? the 18-55mm?
Very helpful. I can't decide between the xt5 and the xh2. There are things I like about both. I've also considered the OM1 but the APSC sensor will probably push me towards Fugi. I think the low light performance would be better.
Yep, I think it comes down to how much video you’re gonna capture. Anything more than 40% and you should probably go with the X-H series. At least in my opinion. Good luck!
Electronic shutter readout speed? Can the electronic shutter be used for action? Not upgrading until electronic shutter readout speed is at least 1/160s
Let me know what you think. To read my full thoughts, check out my article here: partner.shopmoment.com/XT5-First-Look
I'll be waiting somewhat impatiently for your first impressions of the 30mm Macro. Your opinions are basically the only ones I'll listen to when it comes to modern Fuji lenses.
It would be nice to have a camera that does both still and video equally as well as the other, without sacrificing something, and I don't mind if there is an ability to use video, to a limited degree, on a digital "stills" camera, but I can't express my joy with the knowledge that the X-T5 is more of a "still cameras" camera for the majority, including myself. Fuji has done well deviding the X-T5 with the X-H2 ans 2s. PASM, stay on your side of the fence and best wishes with the X-H2/2s, and may our dials, from the X-T1-5 remain on future generations. Nice video - Thank You!
Mad props to FUJI. They genuinely listened to their passionate customer base and built a monster. I'm all in!
Smaller body, large battery, ibis, 40mp sensor, tilt screen.
Chef kiss.
Brilliant job Fuji. Exactly what I wanted.
It’s a powerful little beast
No battery grip... Useless for all day wedding shooters
@@Las_cacas
New battery has 700 shots, conservatively. I've shot all day music festivals with the old battery, swapping out once. We are talking 800-1500 pictures.
But if you need the battery grip, the xh2 has it. Not that I would have minded if the xt5 did, but I won't miss it at all.
@@balboa0621 if the xh2 user experience is the same as the xh2s (which I own) no thanks. It takes wonderful pictures, the button layout and some of the decisions taken on the camera are very cumbersome. Not being able to press the scroll wheels and the joy stick... Etc etc...
Its the same battery as the X-T4.
I'm glad the screen goes back to what the photography god intended.
Hahaha
Why not both like Sony made... tilt and flip screen
@@rfa2381 That's another solution. But it also adds complexity, and bulkyness to the screen. We'll see wether that screen will stood the test of time. The point is, for photo centric camera, this screen is perfect! Especially if we take a look at the history of the X-T line, it's always been tilt. X-T4 was an anomaly in the line, because Fuji tried to patched the X-H1 market failure with it. And don't bring up the X-T200, because that's not really an X-T, more like X-A7 with EVF.
Thank god, those dumb screens that go out to the side are a total no go.
That retro body would definitely be a super conversation starter 🔥 Dope video!
Thanks for watching my brother ✊🏾
The most exciting part about this new model is the return of the 3-way tilting display!! I will happily replace my XT-4 just for that single aspect.
Same man, same 🥹
As someone who does photography as a hobby I put aesthetics of the camera itself way up there with the images the camera takes. I find myself taking out a camera more if it looks pretty. And sure people value different looks but I love the retro, film camera look the Fuji lineup offers, and the X-TX line is for me the perfect balance between looking cool and taking great photos. I think I'll be upgrading to the X-T5 and your video helped confirm my choice. Thanks!
I’m with you. A camera that looks and feels good, that makes you want to take it with you, that’s something special.
@@GajanBalan I went today to local London Camera Exchange shop to get a felling of xt5. My first impression was: very light and bit "plastic" in handling. Just saying it as a owner of xt2 only. Metal on the body didn't feel as good as on xt2. Black finish is bit odd too.
Finally. Been waiting for the right camera to upgrade to since the X-T2. The 3 had that impossible-to-use rear dial (and shrunken exposure comp dial). The 4 had the awkward screen and grew a touch too large. The H line has the SPAM dial. The Pro line got a weird screen and too much expense in the optical vf. The E line has like 2 buttons and dials on the body.
Finally. Finally.
This will replace my xt2
They should have get rid of movie/still switch under speed dial and bring back metering mode dial
Finally!!! My X-T2 will finally be retired 🎉
After weeks with the X-T4 and X-H2S, I clamored for a classic Fujifilm UX. No flippy screens or PASM dials for my primary photography tool, please!
This X-T5 is exactly what I want as an upgrade with higher resolution, IBIS, proper video specs for the occasional clip, and of COURSE, the return of the tilting screen 😊
This is speaking to me so hard that I did something I’ve never done and preordered a new model. Can’t wait to get this in hand!
So yeah just continue to build the brand loyalty Fujifilm…and keep the firmware updates coming!
Nice! Enjoy the journey ✌🏾
As much as I want this, I probably will still stay with my X-T3 up until it gives up. Good thing about Fuji is they still release updates for old cameras too.
Gajan, you did an outstanding job. You covered this with your friend from a photography perspective, which is who this camera is meant for, flip screen be damned. I have the same view as your friend as I was never overly excited by a flip screen. For video and maybe a few special circumstances, maybe, but photographers never had or really care about flip screens due to composition.
You are right and whether you choose to or not you did the Fuji XT5 justice by sticking to the facts and leaving the fluff alone and for that in my mind, this was a review. It is a hybrid camera with video features, which is where the market is today, but all of the buttons and dials are back, and if you want a video-first camera, as you said the XH2 is more than capable.
Great releases from Fuji. Funny enough I think this puts the X-T4 kind of in a sweet spot between those who want some XH features in a XT body. I.e. flip out screen and a battery grip. I’ll hold on to my X-T4 for a little longer due to that.
Well said, thanks for watching brother
Yes it’s very disappointing to lose the fully articulating screen :(
Great video Gajan! Seems like a great hybrid camera but still created with a photo-first mindset. As much as the fully articulating screen helps solo content creators I’ve always felt it was annoying for photography so I’m glad to see they went back to their older style
Dude! Thanks for watching, and completely agree. Stay well brother ✊🏾
Came back to comment - amazing work again brother.
I always enjoy hearing the opinions of people who actually are who they say they are professionally because the information actually makes sense.
Thank you brother, truly appreciate the support ✊🏾
Honestly, the camera seems super cool, but ultimately, it’s the 30mm macro I’m most interested in. Seems like the best macro lens for digitizing film from my Leica MP! 😂
I was *really* surprised by the lens, it was way more useful than I thought it would be. Thanks for watching!
Oh, the irony…
I love the look of the xt top dials and those on my x100v but I still assign speed, ISO and aperture to the front and back dials, just find it much much quicker to get results. Good there's the option to use it how you prefer.
Always nice to have both options ✌🏾
I've been waiting for this as an upgrade to my XT3, so it has been preordered. thanks for confirming what I hoped would be included in this release.
Nice! Enjoy ✊🏾
Yes. A Photography FIRST Camera.
Screen is perfect!
I totally agree and will buy the x-t5. matched with 27mm f2.8 this combo is almost pocketable and carry anywhere everyday camera. i wished that it had the x-h2s internals but i think fuji did the right thing with equip this with x-h2 internals.
Nice! Enjoy ✌🏾
Excellent review. Could not agree with you more on two points you made. First the screen; what a welcome return to the XT3 style. Never used mine in the XT4 in the field, it was that bad a design. Second, ensuring one understands the AF-C settings and sets the correct setting for the subject. Never found the AF-C capabilities on my XT4 limiting for sport (galloping horses, cycle racing or dogs running), but I am looking forward to seeing the real world improvements in the XT5. Thanks for the review. My order for the XT5 was placed this afternoon. Can't wait!
Appreciate you sharing, thanks for watching 🙏🏾
YYYEEEESSSSSSS I'm so happy the tilt screen is back. 👏👏👏
Same man, same 🥹
Now this is a preview to the next x100 vi. Getting that one for sure.
Excited for what the next version looks like.
Pre-ordered one already! Couldn’t agree more that its a return to form. I learned many of my photography skills on the X-T3 and this feels like the perfect upgrade to it.
Well said! And congrats, enjoy the new camera 🙏🏾
Great content as always. I completely agree with your thoughts on the sub-dials; the biggest thing keeping me from upgrading from my X-T3 is the dedicated photometry dial. They could totally smush the "Still/Movie" dial into the slew of stills options and reopen that space for something more dial-friendly. Can't wait to see your 30mm Macro review 👀
If the X-T5 is this good, I can't wait to see what happens with the X-Pro4!!!
Having not shot with the X-T3 I can't comment, however a can appreciate the history of the cameras series.
Thank you for the info.
Be lucky stay safe.
Thanks for watching 🙏🏾
Please do a deep dive into it! it may not fit with where you want to go overall, but you've been my go-to for Fuji content for several years now. I don't know what it would take to convince you to do so, but I'd be greatful for it! Still on my bucket list to shoot with you one day!
I appreciate that, thank you 🙏🏾
Yesterday I used my X-T5 and 16-55mm in fairly bad hospital lighting (for a work thing), in a bustling crowd, and found the autofocus and face recognition were rock solid. A great first work-related outing with it.
X-T3 user upgrading. One feature not mentioned is the pixel shift photos at insane resolution. Has limits but for say product shots, amazing. It’s a great camera.
at first I was a bit off-put by the removal of the flip screen, as an X-T4 owner who uses the video features for work, and photo features for fun, the video functionality was the main reason I went with the camera in the first place (along with it's great looks). But thinking about it more, when I'm using it for photography, and most videography (except when filming myself) the tilt screen is actually far more useful (and very critically for me, looks far less goofy when shooting on the street).
Where as the X-T4 was 50/50 photo/video, the X-T5 seems more 60/40. A little upsetting as I love the X-T aesthetic and personally much prefer the exposure dials on the X-T system as opposed to the standard like on the XH2s, which better suites my needs in terms of 'features'.
For me two years ago the X-T4 was the absolute perfect camera all around. Now I feel like I need (want) an X-T5 AND an X-H2s. Guess I just need to keep working and get both because they are uniquely compelling. :)
Love the videos as always! Upon seeing half a dozen X-T5 videos in my sub feed I knew this one would be the most insightful and wasn't let down!
Very fair points, that 60/40 split was a great analogy. Thanks for watching ✌🏾
I can't wait to get my hands on one X-T5! I don't need the 8K nor the 4k120fps so the cheaper price point of the X-T5 is ideal for my needs! Cheers!
Nice! Enjoy.
That guy you handed the camera to seems to misremember how the X-T2 and 3 looked. They have the same amount of buttons, dials and switches. Some buttons have moved a little and some switches have new functions, but the X-T5 is almost identical to the X-T2 in terms of buttons and stuff.
Like the video and your thoughts. Tempted to upgrade finally my X-T2
Great review Gajan! i know you haven't been doing these much but loved every minute of this breakdown.
I appreciate that, thank you.
It’s weird that they didn’t bring back metering mode switch. As you said movie/stills should be on under iso dial with other functions since it’s more photo-centric camera
Thanks. Just got mine. I let you know what I think.
Nice! Congrats 🙏🏾
At the 2 minutes mark, what you’re describing is the XT3 setup, which many didn’t like.
Thanks for showing the Silver model. All other pros seem to prefer black, but I love me some steel!
First out the blocks Gajan
Well done, excellent video! Look forward to my upgrade...
Clear, comprehensive video as always. I notice a lot of XT5 coverage talks about the upgrade from the XT3 (and barely mentions the 4). As someone who bought the XT4 earlier this year (*not* for the screen), I wonder how well they actually sold. Seems like a lot of people who held out are getting exactly what they wanted.
got the xt5 finally but mostly waiting fir that xp4
This camera looks wonderful, so as you :)
Thanks for the review!
Thanks for watching
Fantastic video Gajan! So glad Fuji is back with the screen awesome camera, definitely do a full review please
Thank you! 🙏🏾
I have the X-T4 and am a photography first user. When X-H2 came out, I was still not tempted to pick one up despite the 40mp improvement. However, the 3-axis tilt screen is the reason alone that I might pick up this camera. (fully articulating screen on the X-T4 when using shutter release bugs me a lot when shooting at certain angles on a tripod.). Anyway, great review!
5 Reasons I would upgrade to an X-T5 from my X-T30:
1) Deeper grip than previous models in the X-T line.
2) IBIS
3) The return of the tilt screen. I really wanted to buy the X-S10 because of it's deeper grip and IBIS but the trade off of going from the tilt screen on my X-T30 to the flippy screen on the X-S10 wasn't worth it.
4) Larger battery than my current Fujifilm cameras.
5) The elimination of that nasty battery grip interface from the bottom of previous X-Tx series cameras. I was joyful when Omar explicitly mentioned that in his review. I forgot how much I disliked that thing. I might actually buy an X-Tx series camera now.
This looking like your next camera then! Haha, thanks for watching 🙏🏾
@@GajanBalan Right now, the X-T5 ticks a lot of boxes for me. If I was still in North America I would be selling gear and making a pre-order.
Best review! Yep I'm pre-ordering it now!
Thanks for watching 🙏🏾
Definitely want to upgrade from the XT3 but my have to wait a year. Hopefully they will have a price drop by then.
Already pre order, upgrading from the X-T3. Great review. Thanks.
Nice! Enjoy the journey ✌🏾
Been using it for fast equine sports photography for a couple of months now. I have got around it's shortcomings...if indeed they could be called that.
The lack of a grip...has proved not a problem. The battery life is superb.
The buffer...well, this is the biggest problem. However, shooting hief and compressed raw and only zone focus (Not subject detect, which affects this) I get enough for what I shoot.
High ISO noise... it's definitely worse than the X-T3&4, but with noise reduction software where I have to shoot in lower light....well, that's a non issue. (Adds to my work time though)
This camera is a beast...if I need to crop, wow!
I love it and would wholy recommend the X-T5 100% 😁
I still shoot with an old Nikon DSLR with a 50mm 1.2 AIs lens with no complaints. However, I've been planning to upgrade to a mirrorless but none have grabbed my attention. The Nikon Z, Canon, Sony seem like they came from the same manufacturing plant. The Fuji XT5 looks and feels like old school, just what I had always wanted. Thanks to your video it has reinforced my decision to purchase the XT5 and with that become a part of the Fujifilm family.
Always first on the scene! Good stuff brotha!
Thank you my brother 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Please do review of this camera. RUclips need your take on this camera for sure. People are just so whiney and complain about what was wrong but hardly anyone share enough what the do right. How about custom functions which is very useful.
This camera us getting great reviews and for someone like me with back issues the three way articulating screen is something to consider
I’m so glad I waited on the XT4 and XPRO3 now can sell my XT3 and get this. They got it right. It really looks great. Please (PLEASE) do fully review it, but this was a great initial impression.
Nice! Thanks for watching Donavan 🙏🏾
Great review 🙏😎
Thanks for watching ✌🏾
Solid video bro. Camera hype is tempting me..
Thanks brother! This thing sis such a little beast, for real.
Very very tempted! I still have an XT-1!
Add this if you like, but don’t let go of that XT1! Haha ✌🏾
The camera looks beautiful I was wondering if I needed to upgrade from my xt4 but I won’t have to do that. Great video! I’m glad I saw this cause your videos don’t pop up like they used to.
Appreciate you watching 🙏🏾
This is a great review. Thanks!
I'm in market for new camera (upgrading from an Olympus) and considering XT5, XH2, and OM1. I'm leaning towards the XT5. I'm mostly a photographer (amateur), only about 10% of what I do is video. Just wanting a good quality, all - around (landscape, wildlife, family events, grandchildren sports) camera.
Thanks again for the review.
I ordered one at 7:30am this morning along with the new 30mm lens. I'm adding this to my collection of all the Fuji XT camera's starting with the X-T1 thru the X-T4. I'm anxious to get my hands on this and wring it out and see the differences between it and my X-T4 and X-T3. It will be nice to get back to a smaller body like that of the X-T1.
Nice! Enjoy the journey ✌🏾
Looks like a great piece of kit. I've been loving my time w/ the X100V for the past couple of years, also waiting for a reason to upgrade my Canon EOS R. I'm heavily invested in EF L-series lenses and hate selling things, otherwise this would be a no-brainer for me. Maybe it still is, idk. Thanks for the great video-instant subscribe.
A very human camera design with love🤓
That seems like an awesome camera.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching Kenneth 🙏🏾
I think your buddy who missed the "super clean body" of the X-T2/3 was confused. Claiming this one has way more buttons when I'm pretty sure it's the exact same amount. Perhaps he's remembering the X-E series? I'd like to see this camera next to the X-T1, I loved the size of that camera and missed it when upgrading to the X-T3. Thanks for sharing.
Your posts are the best
Thanks Chuck 🙏🏾
Excellent review as usual Gajan. I moved over to Fujifilm a few years ago and wished I'd done so years before that (from another leading brand). Using my X-T4 totally reignited my passion for simply getting out there and shooting, but the resolution has often been a (slight) disappointment compared to by previous brick of a camera! the X-T5 will be top of my agenda when it's released and when funds allow.
Nice, appreciate you sharing 🙏🏾
This is the best comprehensive review so far 👌 and is there a need for this 40mp camera if you own the xt4 and a gfx50sii ?
Thank you! I don’t think there’s a need per se, I think it’s more about how this can elevate your work if at all.
Well that was fast to get a review! Lol…great video! Was there some
Embargo on releasing the bid? I’m trying to debate between the xpro 3 or this now…what do you think?
I keep my X-T4 enough for me 🙂
Thanks for the excellent review. I agree, why is movie mode not just another option on the top dial? That's a great idea! We have between 1 and 8000 the T B A settings on the XT-4, why not add an M for movie mode? This would free the underlying dial to return to the metering mode settings as it was on the XT-3.
I use the viewfinder for all my photography, and only use the screen for reviewing shots, so I couldn't care less how it is articulated. There are a few times I have to lie down or hold the camera above my head, but these situations are not going to make a big issue on how I choose a camera screen. Other than I want to be able to reverse it and close it - I just had the screen of my X100V shattered by what I can only imagine was a small knock. I'd prefer to be able to rotate and close the screen to a position that it is not vulnerable.
Great review as always. I’m not stressed about photometry. I’m used to assigning a function button to it on the H2S and the X100V.
Totally agree with you on the screen. I refused to give up my XT3 because of that screen. For video, sure the flippy screen is nice, but I rarely shoot video on my XT3. I need that tilt screen for low shots and verticals. Very glad it’s back.
Good points! Thanks for watching ✌🏾
Not easy to me to decide what will be the evolution of my actual X-S10. I will try the wildlife photography and I think for those activities X-H2S is the best choice. But I am a photographer not a video maker ad also the 40Mpx allow me to crop images if I need to. Then X-T5 will be the right choice. But I love the multi angle screen of X-S10 and I had Nikon system and for me PASM is natural, the same of the X-H2 series and I don't like the screen and I never use the "old style" command of X-T5, maybe the X-H2 seems to be the right choice. But X-H2 is bigger and heavier of the X-T5 and has the CF card very expensive... Really I don't have a clear idea, better I have a big confusion in my mind!!!!
Haha, I say go with your gut. Try to rent one of them out and see what makes you want to shoot more. Good luck!
Maybe wait for the x-s10 mark 2? That’s what I’m doing, that flippy screen and a portable size is a must for me :)
7:00 B O O M !!! ❤🙌 Somebody spoke the Truth
Haha, very much so
Wow, Looking at the comments in your and other reviews people really like this release! For me, as a video shooter, the X-T5 is not interesting but that’s good because Fuji is making a better separation between photo and video. Video is going into XS & XH series with more „modern“ look and the XT is now really for photographers with retro dials, high MP and tilt screen.
Now waiting for all photographers to update so that they sell their X-T4s 😅 For video the XT4 is still great and very capable. Even 2022 for most of the consumers I think!
Well said!
Well done, thanks much.
Welcome back from Chennai bro! Amazing content always! Hopefully they release an XT-40/50 , smaller than XT-5. On a sidetone, where do you get your rings? Especially the gold one.✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾
Thanks brother! And yea, I try to find a ring or two a year. This one has been a recent favourite from Gucci.
Given that Fuji X100V is rarely available and quite a lot increased in price, do you think that XT5 is a good alternative, considering the relative size/footprint while being more versatile ?
Also, is there a possibility that Fuji will release other pancake lens than the 27mm in a more wider focal length range? Like 35mm equivalent or so?
I was going to upgrade my XT2. But the XT4 just turned me off. I’m so happy the old screen is back 🎉
I think you'll enjoy this one. Thanks for watching.
Hi Gajan, do you have an arca plate from the x-t4 that you can test for fit on the x-t5? I’m wondering if the anti rotation pins match, such as the RRS plate from the x-t4. Thank you.
I don’t have one to test at the moment, sorry!
Great video as always, I'm torn now!
Thanks for watching!
Preordered mine!
Nice! Enjoy the journey ✊🏾
Just to confirm, you said this also has the 2x digital zoom in video from the X-H2? That seems like a pretty awesome feature, as someone who shoots only with primes.
It does! Pretty valuable in the field.
I like when a flip out screen can close display to body to hide the screen altogether. But this is solved quite nicely in the xpro3. I guess the tilt on the t5 isn’t so bad either
Xt3 still in my arsenal.
Nice!
What would be a good starter lens for getting into Fujifilm cameras? I am very intrigued by this camera...would it just be to start with the kit lens? the 18-55mm?
As a photographer, a very important question I have is that: can you now save the white balance shift to a recipe in camera?
Yes, this was available earlier this year from the X-H cameras and possible on the X-T5 as well.
Very helpful. I can't decide between the xt5 and the xh2. There are things I like about both. I've also considered the OM1 but the APSC sensor will probably push me towards Fugi. I think the low light performance would be better.
Yep, I think it comes down to how much video you’re gonna capture. Anything more than 40% and you should probably go with the X-H series. At least in my opinion. Good luck!
Great video. Nice and fresh presentation. Congrats. New subscriber here.
1:51 Hahahahahaha!! Gajan you cheeky bugger! Did you just describe the X-T3 dial set up as a wishlist item for the X-T5? Clever inside joke.
Lol I mean, yea 🤷🏽♂️
I like the still/movie toggle switch this way, quicker to switch. Your kind of shooting may be different.
That’s fair, I think more users would agree with you
hmm.. I'm noticing very little external changes vs my XT-3 dials and body.. something for which I'm relieved and grateful.
Largely the same, with some efficiencies.
Looks good, but I'm planning on waiting for that X-Pro 4 release.
That’s fair, I’m really curious what that camera will do
Love the retro look, I wish Sony would also make some retro looking cameras. What is the other smaller camera to your right?
Leica M11
Great video! Where's the brown bag from?
Woooooow!!! ❤ I’m inlove!
Haha, thanks for watching!
Electronic shutter readout speed? Can the electronic shutter be used for action? Not upgrading until electronic shutter readout speed is at least 1/160s
Truest saying of the year: “RUclipsrs be damned!”- GB 2022
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Thanks for the video. Do you think it’s worth up-grading from XT4 to XT5?
It could be but it really depends on what and how much you capture. Good luck ✌🏾
OMG so well reviewed
Thanks for watching ✌🏾
@@GajanBalan always