I used the TINY Fujifilm X-M5.
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
- In this video, I give you my thoughts after using the new, tiny, Fujifilm X-M5. Thanks to Adorama for giving us a first look and letting us play with the camera.
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this is EXACTLY what i needed, a budget and small creator camera from fuji!
@@iohannroos it doesn't matters if the AF still doesn't work
hey Omar, guys here
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Hey here, Omar guys
@@martpalamine7040 Guys Omar, here hey
I had no idea Fuji made a new X-M camera. Super cool
Looks a great little fun camera. Ideal to throw in a bag or pocket even but I will always want a viewfinder. I still love my x-t30.
Ya me too. Give me this size and an evf and I’ll be right as rain.
@@kodefashmodefa that already exists, it's called x-e4
@@Hebii69 they are close, I wait for the x-m5 guts inside the probably coming x-e5
i thought the discontinued the e series @@kodefashmodefa
@@gianni99999 heck I thought the x-m series was gone tho.
Nice review. This is a better camera than I expected. That kit with the 27 is so perfect.
One of the great things about the sim dial is that you can set some baseline mods to clarity and tone and WB and grain etc and then cycle through each recipe while carrying the foundation along. It's very versatile. The people complaining have legitimate concerns sometimes but they don't understand that this camera isn't catering to them.
For street photos, use a cheap manual focus small lens like a 25mm f2, set it on F8, hyperfocal zone focus and go nuts shooting all day.
Zone focusing is a nice thing, since the days long before AF was being invented. 🙃
just ask everyone to stand very still to accommodate a slow ss
@@YouSnoozeYouNooze That’s absolutely not how it works. Zone focusing is mainly a daytime street photography technique (in my opinion, the only street photography technique because even Sony's AF isn't good enough to rely on streets). On digital cameras, it's easy-just set the aperture to F8, the shutter speed to 1/500, and let the camera automatically handle the ISO. It’s fast, efficient, and works beautifully for capturing street scenes.
On film cameras, though, it’s a bit trickier since ISO is fixed once you load the film. For example, with Kentmere, you're stuck at ISO 400 unless you push it to 800 or 1600, and that setting applies to the entire 36-exposure roll. If you check out Paulie B's channel, you'll notice that many film street photographers constantly adjust their shutter speed and aperture when moving between light and shadow. However, none of them would drop the shutter speed below 1/250 or use an aperture below F5.6, as that wouldn’t be fast enough for shooting on the move or would result in too shallow a depth of field, requiring more precise distance judgment.
Its a night mare with MF lens on xm5 which has no viewfinder 😢
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Um, that's the whole point of hyperfocal zone focusing. You don't need to focus.
Besides, focus peaking, heard of it? Works just fine on an LCD display, especially using one-button magnification punch-in.
I'm amazed, I expected much lower specs. It's not targeted at me, I'm 63, I like a viewfinder for obvious reasons, and ibis is always helpful. However 20 years ago before I needed reading glasses everywhere, I would have been interested, with my f2 and f2.8 lenses. Seems to target the same market as the s9, but with apsc and a wider range of small lenses. Interesting decision by fuji to go that way... I will stick with the chunkier xt5, xt50, and xs10.
Yeah, I'm 61 and now require reading glasses, so I have the same issues.
Fuji just created a perfect camera to go to events and getting pro photos and videos without people annoying you saying you can't use a pro camera
I just heard of this camera yesterday. These specs are ridiculous for the price! Great review, and yeah that 6k open gate video is so tempting.
Bought this little Marble based on your video mostly. A huge upgrade from the x20 for family shots. I love it so much. Best wishes!
Thanks, you too!
Hi Omar, pleased to notice that you are an Itchy Boots supporter.
Nice! This is the camera I wish I had when I was taking my family to Disney. So compact! This could be a great pair to a X-H/T series camera. The XM5 for everyday, the larger model for dedicated shooting.
5th group: some of us looking for a 2nd camera angle that pairs well with an XT4 or XT5. …that also makes for a nice grab & go cam. Taking a serious look at this one!
Hey just checking but when's the stabilization video coming?
I would 100% get this over an X100, and the price it's really great for everything it offers for video.
for the price save up a little more and get the s20 with ibis its that simple
@steohara6353 yes, I plan to get an X-S20 eventually, but to me the X-M5 has more value for the buck than say the X-T50 (talking about retail brand new prices).
Just curious, why?
@@NameNotGiven766 about half the price for almost the same capabilities and not being restricted to a single focal length.
That being said, I own an X100S and I know that the X100 line is the ultimate portable camera from the current Fuji lineup.
It’s a cute camera. Too bad it will never satisfy UA-cam commenters that want each camera released to satisfy everything on their wishlist 😂.
Yeah. I’m one of them. It’s a good little consumer camera. But for those of us pro users… We’ve been waiting for a few things from Fuji that they aren’t delivering. They’ve had a few years now to catch up and they just aren’t. It seems they’re shifting over to the cutesy kind of stuff such as this, and their Polaroid style cameras, etc. I’m about to save up and sell off my equipment and join the family of Leica
@@Tyrell_Corp2019your comment is wrong and makes no sense left right and centre.
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Left side: Sony and Cannon have superior autofocus.
Right side: Fuji's phone app is atrociously bad.
Center: Unlike Sony, Cannon, Panasonic, RED and Black Magic: Fuji hasn't a single camera offering Netflix video standards. Hoping to make a movie for the network? Outta luck.
And there's more off to the side as well. But I answered 3 for you. :)
@@Tyrell_Corp2019 Have you tried the Nikon Z50 mk2 as You mentioned red who is now Nikon? It's not small or pocketable but is an amazing APSC camera and my first Nikon and has Velcro AF.
10:22 consider the Voigtländer 18mm f2.8 and 27mm f2 pancake lenses. They are manual, but built so well, that they are a joy to use and actually focus to infinity. At 18 f2.8 you get a new pancake focal length that barely ever has not enough depth of field to miss focus, and you can always stop down.
Fantastic lenses
Or we need Viltrox to release their chip lens to X-mount
I have both lenses. The only knock is that manual focusing with LCD screen is not as "fun" .....
Wow very MKBHD of you to release the camera first impressions as soon as its officially announced
I have been wanting a EDC this may be the one
Goofy, entertaining, but you are a great facilitator.
This is the BEST presentation, wall-to-wall, about this little camera.
I just wish it had come out before I've bought my X-T5 and my X100VI.
I guess I'll add this one to my collection.
Remember: the one who dies with more toys wins the game.
Have a great day Omar!!
I want this so bad but i want the all black which isnt shipping until april. B&H has it in store in silver. Ugh i dont know what to do i 😅
Hoi Omar,
Again a very good interview! I like the size of this camera, very versitile with various lenses. I enjoy your natural way of presenting with so much build in humor!
Isn't the stabilisation too bad for videos? Especially content creators who like to vlog will suffer from too much shakiness I fear. But you tell me if it can beat smartphones or action cams in stabilisation.
I mean the tech is out there and could be used especially if it downscales 6k to 4k it should have enough playground plus gyro data to stabilise directly in camera as improved EIS.
The only reason they are not doing it in camera is the processing power not powerful enough. I wonder when this will change.
For photos I think that might be quite good. Though I like the manual control on my X-S10 a bit more.
Hey Omar, how is the autofocus performance compared to the XT20?
Great video. So far I love everything I have learned about this camera. I am trying to choose between the XM5 and Nikon's Z-fc. The Fuji is leading.
Also, because my OCD is firing ........ there is only one 'o' in videography. It is pronounced vi·dee·aa·gruh·fee.
Thank you! LOL
I want the xpro-2 form factor and behavior updated with newer guts ... or I'll go buy the Z8 was going to tomorrow anyway. (good video though, nicely done Omar)
Hey Omar, usual nice vid. Xm5 looks like a tiny xs-20 with the xt50 dial.
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it's not available on amazon, when is it coming out?? When will it be marketed??
This or ricoh griii? My main cameras are gfx 100s and a7rv. I need a small camera in my life. I used to own the gr ii and loved it but gave it to a friend that wanted to get into photography. I do not mind that the xm5 doesn't have an evf just like the griii. It doesn't necessarily need to be pocketable for me as I would put in my sling bag either way. I do like the lens options for the xm5 but I do love the simpicty of the gr iii.. what do you think?
Thanks for the review! Sounds like a very cool camera for everyday use and travel. And at an awesome price point. Living in the Netherlands I would have to carry it in a waterproof bag, but at this price point I think that's ok.
Ill still hold out for an xe5. Need that evf and a ss dial
Same here, I hope it retains the X-E4's flush to the body tilting LCD that can face forward when flipped up. As a chronic waist shooter, vari-angle is a very hard sell personally.
And IBIS. For prime lens users, IBIS is a boon especially once you are an older person with not so steady hands anymore.
Perfect with the f2 WR lenses
This, coupled with an inexpensive normal lens, would make a great evidence camera. It's compact size makes it ideal for stuffing into a duty bag, it takes nice images, you can add a hot shoe flash or connect it to a more extensive external flash system, and you can put it on a tripod/monopod. Additionally, if you need to video record a crime scene, you've got excellent video possibilities in the palm of your hand. And one more thing, you can keep it charged in your vehicle between uses by just plugging it into a USB outlet.
Put the Voigtländer 27mm F2 for Fuji with electronic contacts on it. I love the Voigti 27mm F2 on the X-E4 and and X-T50.
Yes. it's a great lens.
Exactly, and honestly I don't see the advantages of this camera compare to the e4, discontinued years ago.
Only the in-camera stabilisation may have placed it on a different class.
It looks like a fantastic option for a full-frame 6K 10-bit pocket hybrid camera, perfect for B-roll while hiking. I might pair it with a Ronin gimbal. While the iPhone 15 Pro Max is an amazing camera for a smartphone-especially when used with the Blackmagic Camera app (which, by the way, is free and incredible)-I’m looking to transition to something more specialized.
I need a compact and affordable secondary camera to complement the DJI Osmo Pocket 3. It also looks like a good solution for a teleprompter camera and would likely excel as an interview camera when paired with a tripod. I’m particularly impressed by the F-Log feature for color grading in DaVinci Resolve. Overall, this feels like a great interim solution until I can afford or justify investing in the Ronin 4D. Great review!
If you guys have any recomendations for me that fit the bill, please let me know. - Kevin
Adorama ftw!
Nice, compact and pocketable to carry around as an everyday camera. It has potential to join my collection which I'll only really know after I've tried one out myself. This should be a wake up call for Olympus & Panasonic with their long association with various m4/3rds bodies. on what to offer in a small body. Does it have various Multiple Exposure options ?
Ive got a Canon R5 mark II and this little gem has got me intrigued! Great for an everyday carry.
A looong time ago when I worked weddings I would keep a beater XE on me and once in a while give it to a kid who was all over the place. Gave them something to do, kept them out of my way, and believe it or not once in a while they’d get a dope shot. This gives me share your passion with your kid/friend/whoever/backup vibes :)
This is exactly the type of camera I've been looking for, small and with an interchangeable lens system. I'm glad that it's a Fuji too. But with the Panasonic S9 I can't help but wonder why they just don't make a full frame compact. Please, Fuji, please!!!
Woah that is tiny! Even for a Fujifilm it is tiny!
I think it'd just be weird with anything other than the pancakes... or maybe the 15-45mm
I'd say its pretty average size ?
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I love the idea of this camera - but the old battery, the lack of IBIS, and TBH the PSAM dial (i pref the shutter dial) are my top criticisms. Everything else is great - the option to use the 27mm and make it pocketable is 👌
That's me, the 4th group, so why have I ordered one when there's no EVF or tilt screen! Oh, I remember, I love shooting street with my X-M1 and the X-S20 I just bought is awesome; so I'll retire the X-M1 to the shelf. Like you, I will do little video grabs.
Update. Cancelled the pre-order for an X-M5 and keeping the X-M1. Bought the lovely Fujifilm X30 instead. EVF, tilt screen etc. Don't need the video features.
This might be my new travel camera. Thanks for the video!
Thank you for the very informative video. You are very good at this and your reviews are much appreciated.
Need a showdown with the Sony zv and Nikon z30
I'd love to see it against the Nikon Z30, Olympus EM-10IV, and the Sony ZV1-II just to see if it is actually better than some other smaller sensor options.
Excited to see the smaller body! But disappointed with the film simulation dial and lack of a viewfinder. Hope we get a compact, still photography centered camera in the near future. Great review Omar!
Sony made a6700 (photography) and zve10 ii(videography) with people keep asking for a viewfinder??? If you want one take the xt50 simple as that
Well.. I really like smaller bodies. But yes, I just can't get why that dumb film simulation dial! No No! That could be used for other functions. X-T bodies have the possibilities to customise 7 data banks with quick access at the press of a button.
@@Sorennn94 lol I personally enjoy shooting on a camera with a viewfinder. I never said the X-M5 was a bad camera. I just meant that the camera would have been more my taste since I was looking for a new fujifilm camera that was smaller and had a viewfinder. I own an XT30II which I find a little bulky sometimes. I enjoy shooting on it, I just want it to be more portable. I would get an XT50, but like I said, I don’t like the idea of a film simulation dial. I was just excited to see a new compact camera but slightly disappointed to know that it had no viewfinder. Anyways, I respect your opinion and I respect Fujifilm’s release of a new camera. I know that this camera is one that many people may be looking for.
Those features are part of what this camera is. Look around for an X-E4.
@Original_Pepe_Pupu I don't have any problem with the xm5...at that price you can't beat it. Serious contenders would be the canon r50 or the sony zve10 ii...the only thing I dont get is how difficult is to acquire a new fujifilm (x100vi ) and how much overpriced they can get in the used market
WOW! Thanks for a great into to this interesting little camera. Still waiting for the Xpro-4.... 😢
I've been waiting for a current small Fujifilm camera. The X-M5 seems to be a great second camera if it would be too inconvenient for me to take my X-T4 with me. I think, I'll give it a try.
Turn the LCD around and use an external Viewfinder
I bought a xt3 back in 2020 but I rarely use it these days cuz it’s heavy for everyday use as I go to my uni. Might sell it to get this one!
Look forward to your compare video, was wondering how it compared to the Z30 for instance.
Did you shoot all this footage with the 15-45mm kit lens?
Might have to return the 18-50mm Sigma I ordered with it if the kit lens is that good.
Thanks for this straight-forward, practical review. Very helpful!
Great review! Can you please compare to sony ZV 10 mark ii on stabilization?
nice review.. i just tot want to replace my xs10 with this camera.. but the screw thread under the camera is really a bad design flaw... my camera always equiped with quick release system.. it a hassle just to remove it everytime my battery died.. i'll wait for an acceries to repair it or maybe camera grip which maybe will have few option to put my quick release plate
Love your video man!
Great review. Makes me wonder why I should bother getting an X-t5.
Thanks for the video! Still think that x-s20 will be the best fpr the video. But I'm impressed with the size and picture quality!
Yeah, I’m actually thinking of swapping my xs20 to this xm5 just cause of the size.
@@annmoreign you are right, the size is perfect! It looks like there is no recording limits. So I have just one concern about overheating.
I'd still like to see a little camera without the Fuji Sim dial, give me ISO please? I prefer custom sims. How does it compare size wise vs the 30ii? What about the older 18mm F2? Or do we not talk about that one anymore? Great vid Omar!
Hey Omar do you happen to have any videos where you talk about Fuji cameras for beginners?
Do you own xt30 or xt50? Would love to see a physical comparison between these cameras.
I’m with you on the pancake lens cravings. I’d love a wider one… I’ve got the 16 2.8, but I’d love something that’s a bit flatter.
No IBIS, hmmm… but no viewfinder, that’s a no go for me, unfortunately. Looking promising on the autofocus front, though.
Love your style, thank you for the great video!
Do you have a review, comparing xt30ii and xm5? Which one to buy for 2025??
Great review. How would this be for 4k green screen shooting? It's got the 10 4:2:2 which I'm told is important. Would the Sony ZV E1 or FX30 be much better, if at all?
This is what I need to upgrade my X-E3 for multicam video interview shoot. I'm definitely saving up for this.
Interesting competitor to the Sony ZV-E10 mk 2, isn’t it?
Been watching your videos on Fuji cameras for a long time. I am a beginner and looking to get a Fuji camera and pair with a compact lens. Would you recommend x-m5, x-t30 or x-t30ii. Also what lens would you recommend.
It looks really cool, I'm really hoping for an X-E5 or even an X-Pro 4, I love Fuji's rangefinder cameras and maybe someday I'll get my x100VI from Adorama I think I ordered it last April! The AF looked fine, it would be perfect if I still had 20/10 vision but...
great video. can i shot in bracket AEB mode?
Wonder when it will hit us sales. Nice vid thanks
I have an X-M1 which I usually use with the 15-45 - love it for small size. Focus and video not so good on the old one so I'm already looking up the price on this!
Hi Omar, can you make a tutorial about X-M5 best settings?
thanks!. am interest to hear your views on digital stabilisation. I am considering the S9 (I can get it similar price maybe 100 dollars more but dont like the lense choice) and ZF (not too much more and it has nice pancake lenses but its heavy).
I'm considering getting a camera again and looking at either the X-S20 or the X-M5. I used to have the X-T20 but sadly it got stolen. I used the X-T20 with my DJI Ronin SC which I still have and planning on keep using it with one of the camera's. I want to use it with an external mic (Sennheizer Stereo Shotgun) and some kind of SmallHD screen and I'm planning to shoot mainly Snowboarding and Automotive clips and I want to take a step into the more cinematic (travel) videos.
Which camera would you consider best for this setup and situation?
new go pro 13 is perfect for you with the lens kit.
@ thanks for the reply! It sounds maybe weird but I feel like I’ve “outgrown” the GoPro’s. i used to shoot a lot on them but I don’t like the fisheye/wide-angle view and the almost infinite depth of view. I rather have a bit more narrow depth of view to have more focus on subtjects.
Can you still create custom film sim profiles from the likes of FujiXWeekly with the XM5? really looking to get one of these once it releases :)
Fun video that is welcome from the usual early impressions videos. Now I'm wondering if one of those small camera gimbals would work well with the X-M5 for the times you want a bit more stabilization than OIS alone.
I have the Olympus E-P7. This camera is small with a MFT sensor. It’s actually incredible how Fujifilm managed to create an even SMALLER body with the larger APS-C sensor. Of course, IBIS had to be sacrificed to make it happen, but that’s understandable. The video specs are amazing for a body this small. I mean… Open Gate!? My A1 doesn’t even have it.
I was waiting for reviews on this as I’m torn between it and the E-P7. TBH, I’m edging towards the Olympus. Do you get on well with yours? I’m not into video so much.
Thanks. I want one. I’d mainly use it for video. I just hope that Fuji doesn’t throttle the production of this model, like with the X-E4 and the X100VI.
There is one more pancake lens in the 18mm f2. But that one doesn't have WR. I've been searching for something like the Ricoh Griii when I don't want to carry the Zf or Q3 so this is intriguing.
Does the xm5 have WR?
@ it does not.
Can use the same rig for my iphone. Just swap out for the X-M5. 7" Osee caged monitor. Quad Hollyland Max wireless set. Run off of two battery banks. Shoot all day. XF-18-55mm OIS or yank it, in my pocket with a pancake.
I've watched Chris & Jordan's review and of course Fuji's official launch video, those video's only showed the silver version of the camera, you had the black version and it does look better in black. It's a nice little camera but a little expensive, however I think the big takeaway here is the open gate shutter, I think this is what can expect on Fuji's next two camera's that they teased at the launch video. A camera aimed at the more serious enthusiast , say a X-Pro4 with 40MP open gate, IBIS, traditional flip screen display, higher res screen and OVF, etc yeah I could see me trading in my X-T5 for that.
If this had a viewfinder ibis weather sealing it would destroy everything on the market in it's class. Does this have mechanical shutter?
Wow is that the perfect EDC camera with the 27mm ? Close to perfect !
Ooh interesting, I’ve left the system now but I’d have been v interested in this. Will they finally revamp the 18mm f2 for this??
Is the screen bright enough for bright sunlight? This is probably my main concern
A small camera with a few of the small Fuji primes. Perfect. I'm interested. I would prefer an evf and was hoping for an xe-5 but it's not a dealbreaker for me.
10:32 there are, you can use the 18mm/f2, which is an awesome lens!
Cool camera. Great review! Concise, informative, entertaining.
i always enjoy your positive videos , but as soon as you said , no image stabilization , and its 2024 ? come on Fuji , i will stick with GX9 panny which auto focuses great with the no pulsing 1.4 16mm sigma , yes i know that lens is heavier than the X-M5 lol but there's always the great little 14mm 2.5 , but thanks for the review Omar .👍😊.
PS subscribed today . but yes that is a great walk around camera for photos as long as you don't need built in flash , chow
Reminds me of the Samsung NX1000. Decent little camera. Autofocused sucked, and colors were ok, but had potential. Looks like they simply refined the concept.
Yes. Short arms, reason for viewfinder 😂. So I choose Z50. Btw, Alpiner on wrist?
Thanks for mentioning af. I'd like to see a video comparing the af on this camera (latest af) with the current latest fuji firmware af.
I want a successor to the Fujifilm X30.
Fixed lens with mechanical zoom, 28-75mm equivalent, constant f. 2.8, tilt screen, viewfinder, stabilized 26MP APSC sensor.
I will spend over a thousand bucks without even thinking or needing it.
Heyy Omar, pls review new 16-55 ver2 on your xpro
It is an interesting little camera that's gonna check a lot of boxes for a lot of people.. personally I'm gonna wait and see what the X-E5 has to offer, I'd be willing to pay a little more and sacrifice a little bit of size for IBIS, ISO dial and tilty screen.. but this is tempting as a travel/walk around option
Nice little props to ItchyBoots. Two of my favourite UA-camrs.