Hey everyone, thanks for watching! Don’t forget to tickle that subscribe button and bonk the bell. Jokes aside, I appreciate you all!! I’d love if you let me know down below what your main criteria for purchasing a camera is!
I love the XT5! It enhances my photographic style: the haptics appeal to the embodied qualities of creativity, allowing me to grow gradually at my own pace. Fuji is quickly becoming a distinct, unique and daring identity in photography. And very much like your video work: your storytelling style and practical artistic advice are truly inspiring!
Totally agree with your take. I ended up buying an XT5 and love it. My one (possibly silly) criticism is that I wish they used higher quality materials. I have a number of film cameras, and think the XT5 would benefit from heavier less practical materials to elevate the tactile feel. Alternatively, they could release a premium model. I would happily pay more for a camera that felt like the Nikon F series!
Completely fair take! I think the X-T5 is excellently built, but that doesn’t mean it couldn’t be made better. Some people say the older models felt tougher, and I guess to some marginal degree I’d agree, but I don’t see the change as one that makes the camera any less reliable. It would be super cool to see more brass or machined aluminum built in so you can get patina and some heft in the hand. I think you’re right, a premium model with more baked in premium materials would be a cool choice to have.
@@SamBugas I loaned t he X-T5 from Fuji while owning an X-T3 at the time. The built quality felt, and felt being the definitive word here, a noticeable step down which is one of the reasons I never bought it. I think the downgrade started with the X-T4 but on the X-T5 in comparison to an X-T3 is very obvious.The buttons and dials were defintely cheaper and less robust feeling. The X-H2 which I do own, although compeletely different handling camera, is a better built one. I am not saying they are not robust tools that will last but the tactile feeling of it is not at the same level it used to be.
@@vrapan I agree that it’s a little step backwards for materials, but I don’t believe there is any cost to the utility of the camera. It may not visually age as nicely, but I have no reason to believe it’s any less robust (so far). I owned the XH2 for a year and it’s definitely solid and bigger. However I had different challenges with that camera in challenging environments (on a few occasions, so not all the time by any means). I don’t personally feel the XH series is a big step up in reliability, but it certainly feels more substantial in the hand. Thanks so much for adding to the conversation!
I love the dialog. It feels like it did like a analog camera. I am 66 years old and fujis cameras make it as fun to photograph as when I first started in The 80's. intuitively.
Thanks for watching! I don’t shoot a ton of film, but I love my old Nikon FE. The Fuji is the only cam that inspires that analogue feel. I also shoot with a Nikon Z8 for lots of work, but the XT5 is so killer for pretty much everything.
Hi Sam. Just found your channel. Awesome video. I love my X-T5. The tactile nature slows me down. I personally like using the dials. I’m in no rush. I prefer small lenses but also enjoy shooting macro with the hefty 80mm macro.
Hey thanks for the support! When the Fuji works for you, it’s perfect. I’m not a particularly slow shooter, but the Fuji still just clicks for me. Thanks for watching!
I’ve used Fujifilm for the last 12 years and have moved to the Nikonzf my favourite Fujifilm camera is the xt1 simply because of that sensor the other sensors xt2 xpro 3 xt5 have become too clinical for me if I was to go back to Fuji they would have to back to focusing on quality over quantity
Fair enough. I find the Nikons (which I absolutely love) way more clinical than the Fuji which is part of why I like having both for different types of subjects. Thanks for watching!
I had an X-T1 briefuly but my first fuji that I kept for a while was an X-E1, I loved the sensor on that thing simulation or not the colors were just great, I don't remember having to edit them at all. Having said that I did a fair amount of night time photography in Tokyo with an X-H2 and I have to say that at least the grain it produces at higher ISO (3200/6400) is very pleasing and not at all distracting so they ahve kept that characteristic for sure.
I was and am truly impressed with X100V. I was excited to get the VI and wasn't going to sell the V. But I was also proud they made those cameras in Japan. So I'm done with Fuji for moving production to communist China and got the Nikon ZF with a voigtlander 40mm 1.2. This compliments my Olympus/OMS system quite well.
Hey fair enough! Always prefer when things are built right. The X100V is excellent. I’ve used the ZF and think it’s an incredible camera. For the roll it fills, I’ve opted for Fuji, but I’d still be a very happy guy shooting with the ZF
Hey Luke, I appreciate the question. This video I purposefully only shared b-roll from the X-T5. Pretty much everything was just shot in 24fps in FLog 2 and graded in Davinci. I’ve been experimenting a bit more with grading, but this one is basically just a pretty average grade with some extra brown/orange tint introduced on a global level. Hope that helps a bit! Had to tinker to make it look ok haha
@@SamBugas makes sense! I will have to tryout grading from straight from FLOG2 instead of immediately adding a rec709 conversion lut. The brown/orange + the low contrast look catches the eye
@@lukebryant_ I should clarify, I do use some color space transforms to ultimately do a conversion to a more natural punchy color space. Most of these shots are mid day in dusty parts of Peru, and I think that added to the lower contrast. I tend to shy away from heavy contrast while editing. Just wanted to clarify that it’s definitely not a flat profile I’m editing on
I have the x-t5 and h2s. The xt5 is not a field camera. It is significantly less robust out of all the xt bodies. They cheaped out on it. The H2 on the other hand is built for field work. Also, the dials, while fun, have had issues with dirt and dust getting stuck in them and seizing up. The new 1.4 primes are better balanced on the h2 bodies. But the f2 fujinons are great on the xt5. Nice video, excellent grading!
Thanks a ton for watching and adding some good dialogue! I’d have to respectfully disagree, but I see your point. I owned the XH2 for over a year and didn’t find it any more robust than the XT5. It was larger for sure, and I loved many things about it, but for me it was more of a challenge in certain challenging environments due to the size and placement of some buttons (some of which froze solid whereas the XT series has never faltered for me). I’d really love to nab an H2S eventually for more video and photo work, but the XT5 is doing the trick. It’s spent several weeks trekking in rain, snow, and dust with no hiccup, as well as several mountain trips in NZ. I do agree that they unnecessarily lowered the quality of materials, but I don’t see any utility cost to this, just some extra paint wear after a handful of years I expect. Thanks again for chiming in!
I'm a fuji user since the first release of X-E1, X-T1, X-T4 & GFX user. The only reason I didn't buy the X-T5 is because of the 40mp, I have almost every old XF lenses that don't resolve the 40mp.
Super cool! Long time user 🤙🏻 I actually don’t mind using the old glass because it still looks great. It may not take full advantage of the sensor, but it’s not going to make images look wacky or anything. Thanks for watching!
i wouldn't,. some of the older fuji lenses are great even if some of them are not optimised for very high resolution sensors. I am not sure that even the 16-80 which i Used on my recent trip to Tokyo is good enough for the X-H2 but I loved a lot of the images it produced so to me that is what matters.
Must say I love you work so far, great storytelling and photos too! I’d love to see or read more about the experience of capturing a moment (that being photos or videos)… maybe would be also great to just post camera setting and gear in the caption of an the instagram post? About this topic I cannot say other than completely agree.. I just got my hand on a Xpro3 (owing a xt3 several years already), and there’s something about the handling and aesthetics that brings you to shoot more, undoubtedly…
Thanks for watching and for the feedback! It’s a big goal of mine to start making more in the field videos. I enjoy putting together some cinematic summary style stuff, but a full video about how to make a photo would be good. Such great cameras they are 🤙🏻
I agree it has a beautiful look! I find the X-T5 is better in low light by quite a bit, and the improvements to AF are huge for me as an adventure style shooter that also does video. Thanks for watching!! Cheers 🤙🏻
@@DS-ke8pq😂 oops. Is what it is. I already re uploaded the whole thing due to another spelling error. I’ll definitely keep a closer eye next time haha. Thanks for catching that
Hey everyone, thanks for watching! Don’t forget to tickle that subscribe button and bonk the bell. Jokes aside, I appreciate you all!!
I’d love if you let me know down below what your main criteria for purchasing a camera is!
I have both the XT1 and 2. I have a strong attachment to the XT1. Takes really super pictures.
I’d love to use an XT1! I’ve heard so many good things. I started with the X-T2 and loved it.
I love the XT5! It enhances my photographic style: the haptics appeal to the embodied qualities of creativity, allowing me to grow gradually at my own pace. Fuji is quickly becoming a distinct, unique and daring identity in photography. And very much like your video work: your storytelling style and practical artistic advice are truly inspiring!
I’m so glad you enjoyed! Fuji is an incredible brand in my opinion. Not for everyone, but it’s important to my history with photography. Cheers!
Totally agree with your take. I ended up buying an XT5 and love it. My one (possibly silly) criticism is that I wish they used higher quality materials. I have a number of film cameras, and think the XT5 would benefit from heavier less practical materials to elevate the tactile feel. Alternatively, they could release a premium model. I would happily pay more for a camera that felt like the Nikon F series!
Completely fair take! I think the X-T5 is excellently built, but that doesn’t mean it couldn’t be made better. Some people say the older models felt tougher, and I guess to some marginal degree I’d agree, but I don’t see the change as one that makes the camera any less reliable. It would be super cool to see more brass or machined aluminum built in so you can get patina and some heft in the hand. I think you’re right, a premium model with more baked in premium materials would be a cool choice to have.
@@SamBugas I loaned t he X-T5 from Fuji while owning an X-T3 at the time. The built quality felt, and felt being the definitive word here, a noticeable step down which is one of the reasons I never bought it. I think the downgrade started with the X-T4 but on the X-T5 in comparison to an X-T3 is very obvious.The buttons and dials were defintely cheaper and less robust feeling. The X-H2 which I do own, although compeletely different handling camera, is a better built one. I am not saying they are not robust tools that will last but the tactile feeling of it is not at the same level it used to be.
@@vrapan I agree that it’s a little step backwards for materials, but I don’t believe there is any cost to the utility of the camera. It may not visually age as nicely, but I have no reason to believe it’s any less robust (so far). I owned the XH2 for a year and it’s definitely solid and bigger. However I had different challenges with that camera in challenging environments (on a few occasions, so not all the time by any means). I don’t personally feel the XH series is a big step up in reliability, but it certainly feels more substantial in the hand. Thanks so much for adding to the conversation!
I love the dialog. It feels like it did like a analog camera. I am 66 years old and fujis cameras make it as fun to photograph as when I first started in The 80's. intuitively.
Thanks for watching! I don’t shoot a ton of film, but I love my old Nikon FE. The Fuji is the only cam that inspires that analogue feel. I also shoot with a Nikon Z8 for lots of work, but the XT5 is so killer for pretty much everything.
Bought the XH2S a while ago and now am waiting for an xpro4 but the XT5 really feels more inspiring than the X series… 😊
That H2S seems like an awesome pickup. Xpro4 will be incredible! I love my XT5
Hi Sam. Just found your channel. Awesome video. I love my X-T5. The tactile nature slows me down. I personally like using the dials. I’m in no rush. I prefer small lenses but also enjoy shooting macro with the hefty 80mm macro.
Hey thanks for the support! When the Fuji works for you, it’s perfect. I’m not a particularly slow shooter, but the Fuji still just clicks for me. Thanks for watching!
I’ve used Fujifilm for the last 12 years and have moved to the Nikonzf my favourite Fujifilm camera is the xt1 simply because of that sensor the other sensors xt2 xpro 3 xt5 have become too clinical for me if I was to go back to Fuji they would have to back to focusing on quality over quantity
Fair enough. I find the Nikons (which I absolutely love) way more clinical than the Fuji which is part of why I like having both for different types of subjects. Thanks for watching!
I had an X-T1 briefuly but my first fuji that I kept for a while was an X-E1, I loved the sensor on that thing simulation or not the colors were just great, I don't remember having to edit them at all. Having said that I did a fair amount of night time photography in Tokyo with an X-H2 and I have to say that at least the grain it produces at higher ISO (3200/6400) is very pleasing and not at all distracting so they ahve kept that characteristic for sure.
I was and am truly impressed with X100V. I was excited to get the VI and wasn't going to sell the V. But I was also proud they made those cameras in Japan. So I'm done with Fuji for moving production to communist China and got the Nikon ZF with a voigtlander 40mm 1.2. This compliments my Olympus/OMS system quite well.
Hey fair enough! Always prefer when things are built right. The X100V is excellent. I’ve used the ZF and think it’s an incredible camera. For the roll it fills, I’ve opted for Fuji, but I’d still be a very happy guy shooting with the ZF
Hey sam, I am wondering what you are using the BRoll shots with? I really like the look and was wondering your process if it's shot with the XT5
Hey Luke, I appreciate the question. This video I purposefully only shared b-roll from the X-T5. Pretty much everything was just shot in 24fps in FLog 2 and graded in Davinci. I’ve been experimenting a bit more with grading, but this one is basically just a pretty average grade with some extra brown/orange tint introduced on a global level. Hope that helps a bit! Had to tinker to make it look ok haha
@@SamBugas makes sense! I will have to tryout grading from straight from FLOG2 instead of immediately adding a rec709 conversion lut. The brown/orange + the low contrast look catches the eye
@@lukebryant_ I should clarify, I do use some color space transforms to ultimately do a conversion to a more natural punchy color space. Most of these shots are mid day in dusty parts of Peru, and I think that added to the lower contrast. I tend to shy away from heavy contrast while editing. Just wanted to clarify that it’s definitely not a flat profile I’m editing on
I have the x-t5 and h2s. The xt5 is not a field camera. It is significantly less robust out of all the xt bodies. They cheaped out on it. The H2 on the other hand is built for field work. Also, the dials, while fun, have had issues with dirt and dust getting stuck in them and seizing up. The new 1.4 primes are better balanced on the h2 bodies. But the f2 fujinons are great on the xt5. Nice video, excellent grading!
Thanks a ton for watching and adding some good dialogue! I’d have to respectfully disagree, but I see your point. I owned the XH2 for over a year and didn’t find it any more robust than the XT5. It was larger for sure, and I loved many things about it, but for me it was more of a challenge in certain challenging environments due to the size and placement of some buttons (some of which froze solid whereas the XT series has never faltered for me). I’d really love to nab an H2S eventually for more video and photo work, but the XT5 is doing the trick. It’s spent several weeks trekking in rain, snow, and dust with no hiccup, as well as several mountain trips in NZ. I do agree that they unnecessarily lowered the quality of materials, but I don’t see any utility cost to this, just some extra paint wear after a handful of years I expect. Thanks again for chiming in!
That is my experience, the H2 is really well built the X-T5 definitely a step down from previous X-T bodies.
@@vrapan fair enough!
I'm a fuji user since the first release of X-E1, X-T1, X-T4 & GFX user. The only reason I didn't buy the X-T5 is because of the 40mp, I have almost every old XF lenses that don't resolve the 40mp.
Super cool! Long time user 🤙🏻 I actually don’t mind using the old glass because it still looks great. It may not take full advantage of the sensor, but it’s not going to make images look wacky or anything. Thanks for watching!
i wouldn't,. some of the older fuji lenses are great even if some of them are not optimised for very high resolution sensors. I am not sure that even the 16-80 which i Used on my recent trip to Tokyo is good enough for the X-H2 but I loved a lot of the images it produced so to me that is what matters.
Must say I love you work so far, great storytelling and photos too!
I’d love to see or read more about the experience of capturing a moment (that being photos or videos)… maybe would be also great to just post camera setting and gear in the caption of an the instagram post?
About this topic I cannot say other than completely agree.. I just got my hand on a Xpro3 (owing a xt3 several years already), and there’s something about the handling and aesthetics that brings you to shoot more, undoubtedly…
Thanks for watching and for the feedback! It’s a big goal of mine to start making more in the field videos. I enjoy putting together some cinematic summary style stuff, but a full video about how to make a photo would be good. Such great cameras they are 🤙🏻
I actually prefer the XT2 compared to XT5. Nicer, less digital rendering and better in high ISO.
I agree it has a beautiful look! I find the X-T5 is better in low light by quite a bit, and the improvements to AF are huge for me as an adventure style shooter that also does video. Thanks for watching!! Cheers 🤙🏻
Might want to check that spelling of “reference”.
For what? Sorry I don’t understand
@@SamBugas2.55 on screen text “refference”?
@@DS-ke8pq😂 oops. Is what it is. I already re uploaded the whole thing due to another spelling error. I’ll definitely keep a closer eye next time haha. Thanks for catching that