Fujifilm X-T5 - Hands On Review

Hello Andy. I really enjoy all of your videos and hope to be able to take a workshop sometime in the future. Great review of the X-T5. I currently have a an X-T3 with the 10-24. 55-200, and 18-55. The 10-24 and 55-200 are based on your recommendations because I primarily shoot landscape. I know the X-T5 has a different and larger sensor and there are some lenses that are optimized for it. Is it still worthwhile to upgrade to the X-T5 using my current lenses. If I am going to be hampered by the lens and not get the full potential of the X-T5 I would probably rethink upgrading (although battery life would be nice). Any thoughts or suggestions? Is it still a worthwhile upgrade to the X-T5 using my existing lenses?

Thank you for the excellent review.

hello, with my xs10 I always had the feeling that the picture was not sharp at 100% view when I was shooting landscapes. Does the xt5 behave better? greetings from Germany

Interesting review, thanks. The cable release in the shutter is surely good enough if the electric release port is on the wrong side.

Yes, x-h2 and H2S have a terrible joystick which is too stiff and impossible to move accurately, everything else about the h cameras is great

Hello, I have a question! After a few minutes of changing the menu settings, I feel a little bit of heat on the left side of the camera body. Is this a normal reaction? And I wonder if this phenomenon is a feature of Fujifilm cameras.

Excellent content. Thank you.

currently i own the GFX 100 /GFX100s also 1 xt5 and 2 xt3. i had been trying to get in contact with @fujifilm for a while i had a few questions. I am a underwater photographer and considering taking the xt5 or the gfx 100s. which one would you lean towards if you had too pick 1. If anyone can answer this question that would be helpful. god bless you all.

Andy, thanks for the review. I liked how you compared lenses and the difference between f stops. After watching this, I just ordered the lens from B&H in NYC. I am an Industrial photographer and former corporate photographer for a large aerospace company, Lockheed Martin. Because of the nature and subject mater, I had to shoot in very tight spaces and learn to master super wide lenses. I looked at the Fuji XPRO1 and the 10-24 lens which I loved and bought. But as you mentioned, Fuji was lacking in super wide primes. I have the 14mm prime, which is wonderful. My 16-55 f 2.8, is tack sharp, but very heavy. My 16-80 is a nice all around travel lens, but not super sharp or wide enough. when I saw the 8 mm prime, I was excited and thought it would be a great fit for my XT5. I guess I can understand your want for this to be a 2.8 lens. but as an industrial photographer who shoots only on a tripod, low ISO and stops down to 2-3 stops from wide open to get the maximum sweet spot of the lens, f-3.5 or even f-4 is not an issue for me. I shoot in many dark, dingy and disgustingly dirty locations (RR repair yards, airplane repair hangers, and shipyards), so I normly shoot long exposures. But I guess if I were street shooting and needed shallow depth of field and fast shutter, I might want 2.8. I am looking forward to shooting with this little gem and being able to get the dynamic images you can only get from a super wide. Thanks again for your in depth review, and I look forward to seeing more of your work and feedback.

Andy, amazing review. What is your main camera today?

is the kit lens 18-55 optimized for the 40MP sensor?

Great and honest review!

Definitely time to upgrade from my xt2!!

I really don't do much video. While I know the XT-5 probably makes more sense to me I do wish the XT-5 had the higher EVF and LCD resolution of the XH-2. Also the XH-2's flippy/floppy screen makes it a no go for me. ;)

I just wondering what is the flickering noise on the mic in the video

I have mine for a few days now (2 proper days out with the camera) and I noticed 3 things: sensor seem noisy AF! at ISO 125, when pixel-peeping, I can see white noise everywhere. 2. you need some high-quality lenses for that sensor - I can see some ridiculous artefacts in the corners. 3. when I put 2 SD cards in, without setting up the behaviour, the camera started behaving weirdly -post shot blackout for 2 seconds, weird behaviours as if the camera was shooting in bracketing mode...what is going on ??? Just returned from my second day out, just one SD card in, and everything seems fine. So defo something weird with the 2 cards logic.

Andy, thank you for another outstanding video on a camera I am strongly considering to go with my X-H1. If you are open to a suggestion, the mic you are using comes across very bright and with some hissing. You might be able to reduce those on the camera sounds settings or in other software that might come with the mic. If you decrease your high frequencies and increase you bass and mid-range, I think your naturally soothing voice will come across much better, at least to my ears.

Hi Andy, so is it best to avoid the 10-24mm and 16-80mm lenses for the X-T5 and only purchase lenses on the recommended list?

Great review thanks Andy. I love your photography and I knew you would give an honest review. I do not landscape and some bird photography and it sounds perfect for me. Loved the diverse images you took to show it off. It will be a very good upgrade from my XT2

which do you think is better xt4 or xh2, for landscape photos? now I use xt4 do I need to switch to xt5 or xh2?

Got it yesterday- love it

Hi Andy great review again .I have got the canon r5 as my main camera and a fuji xt3 as my second camera is the fuji xt5 much smaller than the xt3 as I see you can get third party grip for it as I have on my xt3 which makes it much better to hold .also do you think they will sort out the so called pRoblem with the 10-24 as I'm looking to get this also many thanks keep up the good work ty John

Excellent review! I upgraded from the XT4 and remain extremely happy with
choice after taking it on a trip to Portugal!

Excellentes prises de vue

Seeking opinions. I've been quite happy with XT2, XF60mm macro and EF60 flash for documenting insects, herps etc. I heavily crop my images and am not interested in printing. Not a bird or large mammal photographer. Never video. While wading a stream, I slipped and went underwater with all my gear. Camera and lens have been sent to Fuji for repair estimates. I imagine the cost to repair XT2 will be unreasonable, so I'm thinking of a replacement. I want the sharpest images possible for identification by myself or experts. Will the XT5 increased resolution be noticeable with XF60 Macro or would you recommend I save myself money and look for a used XT3 or XT4?

What's your feelings on Fuji producing an XT-50 (or 40) or is the XT-5 bridging the gap in terms of size?

Nice shots..Ok so I am in the market again..I have the Pentax k1MK2 for full frame,and it does have a APS-C mode..I'm wondering if I should get an APS-C Pentax or this Fuji XT5....I ONLY want two lenses LIKE one prime, one zoom, at least 2.8...I have 2 Sonys for live streaming and unlimited recording..I would like another APS_C because although the Sony e10 is APS-C it has no viewfinder..it's either that or the XH series..

i just worried about they made in china not Japan, thanks for the video!

Absolutely love the articulating screen! In my opinion they're much more useful if your focus is photography instead of video and that was actually one of the reasons (a smaller one, though)I didn't buy the X-T4. It amazes me how little I know about my X-T30 after owning it for almost two years. Didn't know, that you could put the shutter dial on T and just scroll trough the whole range, that's something I often missed! Another hilarious thing is me forgetting that the function button on the top of the camera exists at all, I put the WB there but I always go into the menu and get frustrated because it takes so long this way. I should really use the camera more and learn everything, it's way better than I think. And recently I thought that I may switch to full frame at some point, but then again I see your photos and love them and it reminds me of the capabilities of the Fuji system and that it can deliver everything I want in such a neat little (and affordable!) package. Using their cameras is a blast, they're so well thought out and intuitive!

OK Let me save money for XT5. Thank you for the informative review!

Thank you for such an excellent review. I've also just watched your X Pro 3 review. I'm hoping to buy the X Pro 4 when it comes out should they manage to fit this sensor in it, but in the meantime, would you recommend going for the X-T5 over the X Pro 3? I am coming from Leica but wanted to step into Fuji as my shooting has changed. If you have any recommendations for a 35mm equivalent full frame prime lens I would also be keen to hear it. Best, Tom

Is the xt5 worth 550 dollars more than the xt4? I cant consider, and btw, i have never owned a Camera before

How's the 10-24 f4 performance on the XT5?

Your reviews are the best, clear and to the point, thank you!

I'm sure, I'd give you any camera and you would get a master photo from it...
I cannot afford fujifilm cameras, I wish I'd have time for photography. But I sure like it.
I have a 16mp and I consider the most important is "to get out"(make time for it). It will come.
In my spare time, "I get lessons with photographers". 👌👌👍

Thanks for this thorough review. As a X-T2 user, who mainly does landscape photography (some pro architecture and portrait stuff) and very rarely any video, and love the artistic qualities of the Fujifilm cameras, as soon as I saw the specs of the T5 it was a no brainer to upgrade. Glad I waited! Will receive it in a couple of days and look forward to go shooting and have higher rez, IBIS, better EVF, changed ergonomics, etc!

The question is Andy: will you use this camera? Love your reviews.

Best camera review I've seen so far. Nice and simple, no bamboozling. I'm looking to replace my age old Pentax K20d and my Sony 1" compact that doesn't really cut it. I was looking at a Sony A7Riii or A7iv, but these Fuji's just look so tempting. I shoot a mix of landscape, mountain sports and dogs outdoors.

After everything getting bigger and heavier, this camera interests me more, except for the so-so grip. Pity. That aside, more MPX means more demand on lenses. What lenses are you finding stand up to the extra pixels? / Thanks - and thanks for another valuable video. Pity about that grip.

After shooting with the XT5 professionally for a few weeks, I agree with your findings. The focussing is definitely better than the T4 but certainly not perfect for sports. I've heard there will be a firmware update coming sometime for the focussing...hoping that will boost it a bit more.
The noise at above 3200iso, is more prominent, but I've discovered PureRaw2 so that is not a problem.
Thanks for another great video 🙂

Do you still prefer the 55-200 over the 70-300mm?

I have been using XT-1 for 7 years and I gave a pass to every upgrade. Finally I'm getting xt-5 coz xt-1 is dead ( sand storm during my monument valley trip ). Im very excited for xt5. PS no camera for the next 10 years. 😂

Hi
I would like to ask your preference regarding FujiFilm cameras. I noticed that you always choose the black version of the camera. Is there a special reason or is it just your personal preference?

Brilliant video esp as I've just bought one. Sold all my Nikon gear and bought this instead. Would love your thoughts if you have time on a) how you'd set it up for street photography (video on its own!) and b) what you think the best lenses would be for all round street photography?

Great review...so the question will be would you and do you use the XT5 for your commercial/ landscape work over the bigger heavier GFX100s. does it have the guts for the work of a pro?

Hi Andy. Great video, thank you. I had the XT4 but changed back to the Xpro1 as the 4 was too big to comfortably hand-carry. I am thinking about the XT5 but have heard it's mushy on some older lenses. I have the 18-55 and 35mm f1.4. Do you have any thoughts? Thanks again

I just purchased one today and am excited to use it in Morocco on my first trip abroad! Thanks for the review

Great video! As a long-term XT user the XH2 series felt like a brick in my hand, even compared to my old Canons.

I've noticed a lot of the noise we see on a computer display doesn't translate into a print