After shooting all day in torrential rain, wishful thinking got the better of us! To confirm, the new XF 16-50mm is weather resistant; however, the X-T50 doesn't have weather sealing. Although, I have to say, for a camera with no weather sealing, it survived a frankly abhorrent shooting day of torrential rain, which is pretty impressive.
@4:35 - X-T50 does not have weather sealing, it does have a curved, more comfortable body. It's also significantly larger than x-t30ii, almost at X-T5 scale.
Thanks for the great review, just needs one adjustment - like the X-T30II, there's no weather sealing on the X-T50. The new kit lens is WR, but the camera isn't.
You're completely correct. The wishful thinking of a slightly soggy reviewer! We've pinned a correction at the top of the comments. Thanks for watching! Amy
It was definitely an interesting location! Just wait until you see our GFX100S II stuff, the sun definitely became our friend for a couple of hours for that one! Thanks for watching! Amy
This is the best review of this camera I’ve seen so far so thank you for actually taking the time to use the camera. I’m so surprised though that no one is demonstrating how the drive controls work now that the dial is gone. I’ve seen photos of the camera showing that the delete button doubles as a drive button. Does that mean that you can scroll through the options with a wheel? To me that would actually be better than the wheel because my hands could stay in shooting position. Luckily I’m going to the X-summit consumer day this afternoon so I’ll be able to find out for myself but I think a lot of people who are not liking the missing drive dial would like to know what has to be done to get to those functions in the new camera. Did you try it out when you had the camera?
Hey there! It is indeed a button and then you can scroll through the options using the joystick. It wasn't super cumbersome, and you're right about being able to easily keep shooting whilst changing the setting. I personally preferred the dial, purely so I could see the shooting mode when the camera was on my lap or hanging on the shoulder strap. How did you find it when you went to the X-summit? Thanks for watching - Amy
The Spider Monkeys were absolute cuties! What are your thoughts on upgrading? Do you like the look of the X-T30 II or maybe even an X-T5... 😲 Thanks for watching - Amy
Awesome review! I'm really confused between XT50 and XT30ii. I'm a parent to 5year old and my purpose is to capture memories of her and our family at home and while we are traveling. so, does the IBIS in XT50 really while while capturing the activities of my toddler for that extra $$ is that worth it? if not I would like to to put that extra money into buying lenses. Also can you please suggest two lenses that can cover my needs. I have an old Nikon D3200 with a kit and 35mm 1.8f as a beginner and I want to upgrade as it got too slow. Thanks a ton in advance.
I know about the stock film simulations in the film simulation dial. My question is, can you still add custom Fuji "recipes" in the Q-Menu as you could on the X100v/vi?
The X-T50 makes very little sense to me when you can get the X-T5 for nearly the same price. The draw for the X-T30 (I and II) vs the X-T4 was that they were significantly cheaper. I just don't understand - unless size was a major factor in your decision making.
Personally, I think I'd go for the X-T50 out of those two, but it really depends on what you'll be shooting with the cameras. Thanks for watching - Amy
Something I've seen in other videos is not just showing the green/white AF boxes as proof of tracking, but actually showing the close up of the footage - if they actually were in focus! Try it?
Thanks for this review and great photos. You're using a supurb lens though for the wildlife shots. How much is down to the camera and how much the lens? Would you get the same results from the same lens on a different camera?
Glad you enjoyed it! Oh, I am; it is a lovely lens. If you put that lens on the X-T5 (which has the same sensor and processor), then you would see the same results, but if you put that lens on my original X-Pro1 (one of my faves but VERY far behind today's tech), then you would absolutely not see results like this. It is a balance. When I review cameras, I always try to use top-end lenses to fairly show what the cameras are capable of producing; it seems unfair to hamper them with poor lens quality. Although saying that, it is always a struggle to find poor lens quality in the Fujifilm lineup! I hope that helps - Amy 😊
I would love to know the comparison between the X-T50 and the X-S20. These are so close in price that making that decision is more where I’m at. Just looking at spec comparison, it’s hard to determine. Shooting real estate photos and video, so having good for both is important.
If you want good video, XS20 is better. The 26MP sensor refreshes at like twice the rate of the 40MP one, less rolling shutter. Like much less. If you want absolute small and higher resolution, X-T50. Unless you need higher resolution for your real estate or you want absolute small, it seems the XS20 is a better match for you. It's not like 26MP is low res after all :-)
@@Philonic Correct. So ironically the "older" 26MP sensor is better here. This is why the X-T4 does in some ways better video than the X-T5 also (same reasons), though the X-T5 has better IBIS. I will also say this, the 26MP "old" sensor is still really good. Has enough resolution, DR, color, ISO performance *and* refreshes faster. Some people may assume it's old = bad but it's not bad at all. Both sensors have their pros and cons.
Love the video, thank you. And I have 1 question. If you didn't have either of those two cameras and wanted to buy one, which one would you choose, the XT50 or the XT30? Thanks in advance for your response. c:
I really think if this camera had been weather sealed, it would have been absolute killer since Fuji makes small weather sealed primes. Still good as it is.
Weather-sealing does make everything better - although I guess they have to have some differentiation between this and the X-T5! Thanks for tuning in! Amy
Not sure I want this one yet, but I sure need an X-T5 😁. But first I may need a little help to sell the older stuff as I have to make the money for it. 😁😁
Glad you enjoyed it! It definitely depends on what type of shooting you want to do. If you're after some flexibility with your focal lengths, an interchangeable lens camera will be best. However, if you'd like to prioritise a compact, weather-sealed option (and you don't mind being at 35mm every single shot), then the X100 is going to be the better option for you. Amy
That's correct! Apparently, shooting in torrential rain all day got us wishing for a spec that wasn't there! Although the camera survived... Thanks for watching - Amy
I decided I wasn't interested in the X-T50. Now I'm not sure. I don't like the film sim dial, liked it as on my X-T20 and still don't know the price, but who knows?
It really does depend on how you like to shoot. For some, the IBIS, the improved resolution and that dial will be enough to make the X-T50 the right camera for them. But I am a fan of the drive dial on the X-T30 II myself, although I also love IBIS...it is a tough call! Thanks for watching - Amy
We're sorry about our mistake (we did pin a correction). The X-T50 does not have weather-sealing (even though it survived shooting for a whole day in horrible rain!) Amy
Hey - we pinned a correction at the top of the comments. Although nice to know, even without weather-sealing, it survived a whole day of rain (obviously not recommended!) - Thanks for watching
Price points on newer cameras are definitely looking higher these days. It's a good time to seek out some great deals on used gear 😉 Glad you enjoyed the review and thanks for watching! Amy
"Fuji the absolute best at making sure their top camera tech moves down the line" (Paraphrased) - Yup, this is probably the #1 problem of micro four thirds.
Great review. I just don't think the new features of the X-T50 are worth the extra 500.00; I had rather save the 500.00 and go with the X-T30ii. And since I hike long distances into the mountains, lighter is always better.
Sim dial...? Really??? That's...gimmicky. Take away something necessary like ISO dial for something frivolous. Plus the price is, frankly, absurd. For that I can get a used xt-5 with weather sealing and intelligently arranged dials. There's no weather sealimg on the xt50. Frankly I'm astonished you got that wrong.
After shooting all day in torrential rain, wishful thinking got the better of us! To confirm, the new XF 16-50mm is weather resistant; however, the X-T50 doesn't have weather sealing. Although, I have to say, for a camera with no weather sealing, it survived a frankly abhorrent shooting day of torrential rain, which is pretty impressive.
@4:35 - X-T50 does not have weather sealing, it does have a curved, more comfortable body. It's also significantly larger than x-t30ii, almost at X-T5 scale.
Thanks for the great review, just needs one adjustment - like the X-T30II, there's no weather sealing on the X-T50. The new kit lens is WR, but the camera isn't.
You're completely correct. The wishful thinking of a slightly soggy reviewer! We've pinned a correction at the top of the comments. Thanks for watching! Amy
I have always enjoyed your reviews. This was so well done. Thank you
Some nice shots in really challenging conditions. Well done! :)
That's lovely to hear, Roger; thanks for tuning in! Amy
Great stuff! Been considering getting my first FUJI so this was super helpful
So glad to have helped Matt! Fuji are an absolutely brilliant brand to buy into, very supportive of their shooters! Thanks for watching - Amy
Comprehensive, really enjoy your first impression/testing videos :) and Port Lympne looks lovely, even when overcast!
It was definitely an interesting location! Just wait until you see our GFX100S II stuff, the sun definitely became our friend for a couple of hours for that one! Thanks for watching! Amy
This is the best review of this camera I’ve seen so far so thank you for actually taking the time to use the camera. I’m so surprised though that no one is demonstrating how the drive controls work now that the dial is gone. I’ve seen photos of the camera showing that the delete button doubles as a drive button. Does that mean that you can scroll through the options with a wheel? To me that would actually be better than the wheel because my hands could stay in shooting position. Luckily I’m going to the X-summit consumer day this afternoon so I’ll be able to find out for myself but I think a lot of people who are not liking the missing drive dial would like to know what has to be done to get to those functions in the new camera. Did you try it out when you had the camera?
Great question: it's a shame that it hasn't been answered yet.
Hey there! It is indeed a button and then you can scroll through the options using the joystick. It wasn't super cumbersome, and you're right about being able to easily keep shooting whilst changing the setting. I personally preferred the dial, purely so I could see the shooting mode when the camera was on my lap or hanging on the shoulder strap.
How did you find it when you went to the X-summit? Thanks for watching - Amy
Go find "The Fuji Guys" for how to use a bunch of different Fuji cameras
I have an X-T10, and I love it, but this review really makes me want to upgrade! Great video btw, I love the monkey shots!
The Spider Monkeys were absolute cuties! What are your thoughts on upgrading? Do you like the look of the X-T30 II or maybe even an X-T5... 😲 Thanks for watching - Amy
@@mpbcom So now I want an X-T50 and a Spider Monkey! I can't stop watching them!
Great photos and review 👏 really enjoyed it
Great to hear you enjoyed it! Thanks for tuning in - Amy
Awesome review! I'm really confused between XT50 and XT30ii. I'm a parent to 5year old and my purpose is to capture memories of her and our family at home and while we are traveling. so, does the IBIS in XT50 really while while capturing the activities of my toddler for that extra $$ is that worth it? if not I would like to to put that extra money into buying lenses. Also can you please suggest two lenses that can cover my needs.
I have an old Nikon D3200 with a kit and 35mm 1.8f as a beginner and I want to upgrade as it got too slow.
Thanks a ton in advance.
love this video! thank you guys!
Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching - Amy
I know about the stock film simulations in the film simulation dial. My question is, can you still add custom Fuji "recipes" in the Q-Menu as you could on the X100v/vi?
That's great question - I don't know. Let me ask Fujifilm for you! In the words of a very not famous film character..."I'll be back"... Amy
I'm back! Fujifilm confirmed that the X-T50 has the same custom modes as the X100 IV - I hope that helps! Amy
@@mpbcom Very much so.
The X-T50 makes very little sense to me when you can get the X-T5 for nearly the same price. The draw for the X-T30 (I and II) vs the X-T4 was that they were significantly cheaper. I just don't understand - unless size was a major factor in your decision making.
Which would you prefer between the xt50 and the xs20?
Personally, I think I'd go for the X-T50 out of those two, but it really depends on what you'll be shooting with the cameras. Thanks for watching - Amy
Something I've seen in other videos is not just showing the green/white AF boxes as proof of tracking, but actually showing the close up of the footage - if they actually were in focus! Try it?
Aside from the camera, I love the way you present the camera.
That's lovely to hear, thank you! Amy
i think x-t50 doesnt have weather sealing. where did you ger information from?
This lady is everywhere bless her
And the reviews are never at a spa 🥲 Thanks for watching! Amy
Thanks for this review and great photos. You're using a supurb lens though for the wildlife shots. How much is down to the camera and how much the lens? Would you get the same results from the same lens on a different camera?
Glad you enjoyed it! Oh, I am; it is a lovely lens. If you put that lens on the X-T5 (which has the same sensor and processor), then you would see the same results, but if you put that lens on my original X-Pro1 (one of my faves but VERY far behind today's tech), then you would absolutely not see results like this. It is a balance. When I review cameras, I always try to use top-end lenses to fairly show what the cameras are capable of producing; it seems unfair to hamper them with poor lens quality. Although saying that, it is always a struggle to find poor lens quality in the Fujifilm lineup! I hope that helps - Amy 😊
I would love to know the comparison between the X-T50 and the X-S20. These are so close in price that making that decision is more where I’m at. Just looking at spec comparison, it’s hard to determine. Shooting real estate photos and video, so having good for both is important.
If you want good video, XS20 is better. The 26MP sensor refreshes at like twice the rate of the 40MP one, less rolling shutter. Like much less.
If you want absolute small and higher resolution, X-T50. Unless you need higher resolution for your real estate or you want absolute small, it seems the XS20 is a better match for you. It's not like 26MP is low res after all :-)
@@Raist3db Thank you! I didn’t know that about the refresh rate. Would that be the same for the XT5 since that’s a 40MP sensor too?
@@Philonic Correct. So ironically the "older" 26MP sensor is better here. This is why the X-T4 does in some ways better video than the X-T5 also (same reasons), though the X-T5 has better IBIS.
I will also say this, the 26MP "old" sensor is still really good. Has enough resolution, DR, color, ISO performance *and* refreshes faster. Some people may assume it's old = bad but it's not bad at all.
Both sensors have their pros and cons.
Love the video, thank you. And I have 1 question. If you didn't have either of those two cameras and wanted to buy one, which one would you choose, the XT50 or the XT30? Thanks in advance for your response. c:
What a video !
In canada there is C$700 difference them. I probably settle for xt30ii
I really think if this camera had been weather sealed, it would have been absolute killer since Fuji makes small weather sealed primes. Still good as it is.
Weather-sealing does make everything better - although I guess they have to have some differentiation between this and the X-T5! Thanks for tuning in! Amy
nice review, the part marked spider monkeys and show squirrel monkeys instead is kind of funny
...I was just testing...
Glad you enjoyed the review! Thanks for watching - Amy
I love it, she said “you better like this cuz I think I’m gonna be sick”. Yes Mam I “LIKED” ur channel :o)
Glad to hear it! thanks for watching - Amy
Not sure I want this one yet, but I sure need an X-T5 😁. But first I may need a little help to sell the older stuff as I have to make the money for it. 😁😁
Well you know the perfect place to sell the older stuff AND get an X-T5 😉 - Thanks for watching - Amy
@@mpbcom Exactly 😄😄.
Great Review! For beginners, would you recommend the X-T50 or the X100VI? I’m torn between the two.
Glad you enjoyed it! It definitely depends on what type of shooting you want to do. If you're after some flexibility with your focal lengths, an interchangeable lens camera will be best. However, if you'd like to prioritise a compact, weather-sealed option (and you don't mind being at 35mm every single shot), then the X100 is going to be the better option for you. Amy
The body is not weather sealed only the lens I think
That's correct! Apparently, shooting in torrential rain all day got us wishing for a spec that wasn't there! Although the camera survived... Thanks for watching - Amy
I decided I wasn't interested in the X-T50. Now I'm not sure. I don't like the film sim dial, liked it as on my X-T20 and still don't know the price, but who knows?
It really does depend on how you like to shoot. For some, the IBIS, the improved resolution and that dial will be enough to make the X-T50 the right camera for them. But I am a fan of the drive dial on the X-T30 II myself, although I also love IBIS...it is a tough call! Thanks for watching - Amy
What a great video
Thank you kindly! Amy
so the x t50 has wr and is lighter than the x-s20 wich doesn't have wr?!
We're sorry about our mistake (we did pin a correction). The X-T50 does not have weather-sealing (even though it survived shooting for a whole day in horrible rain!) Amy
wrong info -- there is NO weather sealing for the X-T50
Hey - we pinned a correction at the top of the comments. Although nice to know, even without weather-sealing, it survived a whole day of rain (obviously not recommended!) - Thanks for watching
No longer a lower end camera from 1200 cad to 1848 pity. good review.
Price points on newer cameras are definitely looking higher these days. It's a good time to seek out some great deals on used gear 😉 Glad you enjoyed the review and thanks for watching! Amy
Not worth $1399.00. Even MPB is listing an used X-T5 for around $200 more.
I’d gladly pay the $200 more used for a better EVF, battery, and no gimmicky film sim dial
Agree completely
@@alphapapa4446seriously!!! Yes!!
That sim dial is so gimmicky
If you want smaller, X-T50 is the way to go. I want smaller. Good to have options.
What battery goes it take please?
It is the Fujifilm NP-W126S - thanks for tuning in! Amy
Just got x-t5 from FM.. really disappointed with size and price..
What do you mean? Why disappointed? Just curious.
"Fuji the absolute best at making sure their top camera tech moves down the line" (Paraphrased) - Yup, this is probably the #1 problem of micro four thirds.
Great review. I just don't think the new features of the X-T50 are worth the extra 500.00; I had rather save the 500.00 and go with the X-T30ii. And since I hike long distances into the mountains, lighter is always better.
Xt50 is Overpriced
2024: Xt30ii - £799,
+ lens £899
Overpriced? Do you have recommendations for a 40mpix APS-C of the same size and weight as the X-T50? There must be plenty of options, yes?
Sim dial...? Really??? That's...gimmicky. Take away something necessary like ISO dial for something frivolous. Plus the price is, frankly, absurd. For that I can get a used xt-5 with weather sealing and intelligently arranged dials.
There's no weather sealimg on the xt50. Frankly I'm astonished you got that wrong.
If you want smaller, the X-T50 is the way to go. I want smaller. Good to have options for different people. Get the X-T5- it's great.
Muy mal servicio el suyo, inaceptable pésimo..... Un verdadera vergüenza el de MPB mal muy mal.