Thanks for this very timely video Chris. I picked up my camera two days ago and was hoping you would do a tutorial as a planned to set it up today. And, there you were. I appreciate all that you do for Fuji shooters.
Thanks Pal2Tech. I’ve got a TTArtisans lens on the way and needed to remind myself where to find shoot without lens in the menu to make sure I had it set right
Great assistance in trying to keep the various combinations straight. As always you've provided clear instruction to help us get the most out of our Fuji cameras. My go to source for this - Thank you so much for the effort you put into this channel!
One of the beautiful things about the XT bodies is that small function button in front next to the finger grip. My Nikon doesn't have one and I'm not sure about other brands. Instead of assigning this to playback which can be accessed from the back while you’re looking at the screen, I assigned the Back Button Focus function to this button. With your index finger on the shutter button, your middle finger will fall naturally on this button, making back focus so easy. The rear button that has this function assigned out of the box is hard to use with your thumb if you have large hands.
This was so helpful. I am testing out a Fujifilm X-T5 and you just saved me so much time in figuring out how to set it up to simply get started. Thank you!
Looking foward to more videos on the X-T5. Coming soon. I feel like Fuji listened as to what I wanted in a camera. This one is perfect for me. You are my go to guy.
New subscriber. I am not a beginner (novice I would say). Came from Canon to Sony and now to Fuji. The X-T5 is my new obsession. So looking to learn more how to take pictures in the Fuji system. This tutorial is a good start. Thanks!
I really like your videos, and if I set the speed of your voice to 0.75, I can easily follow your fantastic information. I am Danish and though I speek english, it easier if the speed is a little lower. It is funny, informative and very good explaining. Thanks a lot.
Hi Chris, I've just invested in this beautiful camera. I've been using Nikon for years but fancied seeing what this camera can do. Your tutorial has been so helpful so thank you so much. I'm currently in Thailand and there is so much to photograph.. I've been passionate about photography since I was a child and now I'm an old git at 60 but still very passionate. Thanks again. Brilliant tutorial. I have three Nikons and a Canon with me so if I can't work things out with this Fuji I have pretty good back up. I will work it out though thanks to you. I'm waffling now so so I will say goodbye but rest assured I'll watch some of your other videos.
Thank youuuu!!! without seeing this video i would not have used my fisheye lens from a 7Artisans 7.5m Fisheye to my T5 fujijil. Such a camera life saver!
Chris - Whoo Hoo I received my XT-5 today and even B4 unpacking I watched and saved your video. I will watch it multiple times. Thanks so much. Great video, like 95% of your settings and eagerly look forward to more. Now to go "touch n feel" that baby!!
Just went through my camera settings as I watched. I already use a lot of what you suggested but also found some settings I could change for the better, so thank you!
Just got my new fuji xt5. Your tutorial on set up was fantastic . Great help. I watched when I first got my xt3. Appreciate what you do. Happy holidays
Since I've switched from Nikon (D800) to Fuji (X-T1, T2, T3, T5) I've never used RAW again ^^ Fujis JPG Engine with their incredible Filmsimulations is just awesome, I love it :)
Chris, you're the best. I've been a photographer for over fifty years. I just got the XT5 and happily decided to use your guide for starter set-up. You make it clear and simple. And fun. Inspiring. Thank you!
Thanks! Very helpful. Now.. do you put a screen shield on lcd and which brand, do you add a camera soft release button, which external charger other than fuji's do you recommend for these batteries? Spare batteries other than Fuji, Wasabi?
Plug the dongle into your headphones cord and tape it in place with some electrical tape. Basically it becomes part of headphone cord. Did this for my Samsung phone as they no longer have jacks.
There are many xt5 users that have problems to import to lightroom. Is there somthing we need to do with the usb network ?? Please make a video on How to import raw to lightroom ❤
Nice one Chris, not too far removed from the XT3, I should get the XT5 next week, no flippy screen, 7 stop Ibis, faster and better A/F, oh and 40mp, whoopeee. Cheers
Hi Chris, your video is great for new fujifilm camera users like me. Thanks a lot! I just got my brand new X-T5 a couple of days ago, and am following your video step up step to setup the camera. Everything is well except that the access to PHOTOMETRY setting is blocked under the Still mode. I tried changing M,C,S, and other settings on the dials. Did not work. Is it because the lens attached to the Camera, which is a fuji XF16 - 80 f4, or is it something else? I followed you video for every step. It would be great if you can help. Thanks a lot. Best Regards, James.
I take photos quite often but I don't make a living from it. I have the X-T50 and am trying to find out whether the X-T5 can do more in certain situations. So the question is: does it make sense to also buy the X-T5 and use both? In which situations would you take/use each camera?
Probably only if you were shooting so the for instance two different primes during event or place where you could change them instantly. If you’re hobbyist there is absolutely no need for two bodies. Just my 2 cents
Hi Chris, I have watched this video several times and I still need help. In Movie mode my Photometry, flickerless ss and IS mode are grayed out. What has them interlocked? Thank you for your help.
Hey Chris, I seen your other video about changing your image resolution when downloading images from camera to phone. However I noticed that the XT5 does not have a connection setting ..? How have you noticed that ?
My movie settings in my new camera seem to varies from your X-T5 Setup for Beginners video in UA-cam, for example I can not locate the "Movie Optimized Control" and many others. Do they sold me an old version of the X-T5? Thank you.
Another great video helping to sort things out. I have completed my XT-5 setup except that there seems to be something blocking my assignment of functions to the D-pad. These buttons are "blued-out" -- blocked with a blue color. Anyone else encounter this?
I'll answer my own question: You must first change the setting Button dial settings --> Selector button settings --> from the default "focus area" to "fn" Then the D-pad setting s become available for assigning functions. This seems to be an unnecessary extra layer of settings, but now I know
Eric! So sorry I didn't see this earlier. You are totally correct: setting to FN is the way to go here. Great job in getting that figured out. Thank you so much for supporting the channel!! I really appreciate it!! Cheers! 🙏 👍
Hi Chris, Great video on initial setup - Thanks! One question I have is regarding the front dial below the shutter release. I notice that it works to change aperture setting when aperture is in A mode. Does this dial have any other functionality or customization capability? Thanks. Don Mendocino Coast, California
Not sure why yet, but the birds photos I do with my x-t2 are better than what I get from the x-5 with all IBIS and bird subject detection on... At the moment I'm very confused and disappointed
@@laurapeter3857 Yes, all the same plus I utilize new birds subject detection feature. So at least I expect same results, but not worse. But even for the same it did not make sense to get x-t5
I'm not sure what you're doing wrong, but I took my X-T5 out today for a test drive and one of the subjects I shot were some ducks in a pond. With my 35 mm f/2 and bird recognition it worked reasonably well given the fact that the 35mm f/2 is absolutely no lens for wildlife shooting. Just for fun I looked up 'birds in flight' on UA-cam and tried the bird recognition of the X-T5 which worked quite well. Compared to my X-T2 this is like stepping from the bronze age towards the iron age.
Hi Chris. just a quick point about the sequencing of the changes you recommend. At 4.15 you suggest setting face/eye auto detect to on and then at 6.20 you suggest changing the photometry setting. However, once you've turned face/eye auto-detect on the photometry option gets yellowed out (as it is on your video at 6.32). I checked with the manual and that's what's supposed to happen. You may have done what I did and changed the photometry setting before turning on face-eye auto detect. However, the sequencing in your video might create a bit of confusion on this point. Otherwise I'm finding this very helpful - thank you!
I still remember the eagerness I had watching your XT3 Setup Guide just after receiving mine for Xmas. The chills, man. You've grown so much since then, Chris
Thanks Chris. I’m learning so much from your videos. Not just about Fuji, but about the world of digital photography in general. I’m an old film fogey returning to photography after an absence of about 30 years and your straight-talking, clear instruction is just so helpful. All the best (from Australia). Now, do I upgrade my x-t3 to a 5? Rhetorical question of course, but I await your full review with interest!
Chris, my X-T5 was delivered Thursday. I had pre-watched your video when you first released it, and I re-pre watched it early this week as a warm up. Yesterday and today I slowed it down to .75 speed and went through it step by step for a final screening. Thanks for doing this, it took the pain out of the setup. Al
Love this channel, and this one was a massive help. I am all in on fuji but was missing this clear set up intro... brilliant. Thank you for creating this work.
If I were on the fence about a certain camera to buy starting out in photography, your videos alone would be enough to make me choose the Fuji X-T5. Thank you for all you do in making these videos!
Hi mate, Following your setup guide on my new XT5, I got to the part about "PHOTOMETRY"... and my option is greyed out, cannot change it.? any advice? EDIT - I took Face detection off... and now I can change PHOTOMETRY"...
Great intro. I am a professional photographer and HS Photo teacher going into my 4th Fuji X camera (XT1,XPro2,XE4 and now XT5) and still I learned a LOT. Thank you for doing this.
Omar has said turning AF+MF off will be better at ensuring you don't miss focus in certain cases... I'm curious if you can confirm that and update your guide: ua-cam.com/video/TLQquzrUq7g/v-deo.html
@@jmpattillo honestly, as long as i can't use liveview mode effectively, using as remote shutter doesn't mean much to me. and liveview of fuji app is beyond horrible. slow, sluggish, freezing constantly, and doesn't utilize landscape mode. i'd prefer that the app works wired instead of wireless, if it meant it would work smoothly. i don't know why they force people to use it only wirelessly. especially, their wireless connection is not effective enough to carry liveview video feed properly.
👍 Florian!! Yeah, I broke my 'no working on weekends rule' LOL, but this camera is a BIG DEAL and a lot of people may be setting them up this weekend!!!
Fuji are releasing, or have released, so many new cameras, it's difficult to keep on top of it all. I ,recently, purchased a S10 and that will be my last body purchase for a number of years.
This video, as always is worth its weight in gold. One of the many excellent pieces of advice, get a second battery. I would say get the proper fuji stand-alone charger too, that way you have zero battery issues for a full days shooting. Well done.
@@jacobbice8540 Agreed. Seems a little cheesy to sell a $1700 camera without a charger, but several manufacturers are doing this now. Just a way to add $60 to the real price.
I like that they kept the price relatively low (compared to other brands) by not including things that some people won’t want or need. It’s the same battery and charger as the X-T4 right? Like Apple with the charging block. Everyone has a few of those already.
I'll be reviewing this as I switch from my XT3 to an XT5 soon. But I wanted to insert here a STRONG recommendation that everyone use the new Fuji XApp mobile application, if for no other reason than because you can easily back up and restore all of these custom settings. My XT3 has reset itself twice now. The first time was before I had XApp and I had to rebuild my entire set up (including a whole bunch of custom film sims) while on vacation. Absolutely miserable. The second time was just a few weeks ago and I was able to get everything back the way I like in under 2 minutes with the app.
absolutely amazing crash course... love it....thank you. i just bought XT5 today and voila i don't need to read the manual only thing is you were very fast ... so i have to go back and forth but very informative... thank you again
Thanks for this! I’ve been in the Sony ecosystem since 2016 and just switched to Fuji with the X-T5 (delivered today) and I’m actually a little lost so this is really helpful for me. Thanks!
you are the best. i setup every setting exactly how i want it. i'm an experienced fuji user, and i STILL couldn't figure out how to get the micro prism and dual screen options enabled, and i simply didn't have the focus set to manual while adjusting the settings. *slaps forehead*. also, i never use the touch screen for photos either!
With my X-T5 on order, this video couldn't have come at a better time . Thanks for posting Chris and I'm looking forward to more from you on this fantastic camera as and when.
Quick question about VR/IBIS. When the camera is on a tripod, and you turn off the VR ON the lens, what about the IBIS? Will that cause blurring as happens when the VR on the lens is on?
this is really good work, like your style. I am 100% focused on FujiFilm now. I have to choose which camera I am going to buy. Sony A7 IV or FujiFilm X-T5 or X-H2(S). so I watched all content on both camera's...but your way of presenting is a breath of fresh air.....kudos from the Netherlands
Hello there! I’d like to thank you for doing a step by step guide. I’m fairly new to Fuji and you made if very easy to follow. And yes, this is an entertaining video!!! Really appreciate you taking the time to make this. 🎉
Should be getting my X-T5 any minute now *keeps checking for the FedEx Truck* I will be watching this video as I open it up. I am excited because this is my first ever brand new camera, I have always gotten 2nd hand before, I am upgrading from the X-T2.
Thanks for the video! I'm a new subscriber too! It was very helpful! It has been several years since I bought my last camera and it has been that long since I've had to dive in a menu to tweak all these settings. BTW, F-stoppers simply used your video on their page on how to set up this camera. The only setting I would disagree on is to have IS always on. It's akin to turning on pre-AF. I have found always-on functions to be unnecessary. Please keep posting these tutorial type videos! They are very helpful.
Thank you for this excellent video! I'm new to Fuji and already love the XT-5. Your video has made it so much easier for me to get started. Thank you very much!
Today I've used it for the first time after my X-T2 and a few conclusions I have drawn: - A bit weird that the Q buttion is on the right and the AF on the left for back-button focus, now I have swapped both - My version of Lightroom can't read the .RAF files which is weird, I guess I need to upgrade my version - In uncrompressed RAW one .RAF file is around 85 megabyte which is use, files of the X-T2 were around 50 mb, probably better to shoot (lossless) compressed Things I learned now: - Buy another battery! 🙂 For the touch controls I would recommend to keep it on, at least for using tracking autofocus and selecting the subject. In my very limited test drive I tried it out and it works very decently. I also assign a button to modify the different modes of the AF-C autofocus which can be handy. I would also recommend to use the Q-button as the new autofocus makes a difference between animal recognition (one icon) and person recognition (another). If you want to switch from one to the other the Q button will be the fastest way.
Hi Chris. What a great video. Very helpful. I have a question. The shutter AE is by default turned ON in the menu. When I turn it OFF and I am using auto iso, I don't see my iso settings on my screen when I half press my shutter. I will have to check by play back my photo. is there an other way around? Many thanks in advance.
Thanks for the video, one of the best published on you tube, very clear and complete although fast. I gave myself this car for Christmas and I will play with it.
At 20:00 - Regarding setting the X-T5 to "LCD Only". I noted that my Fujifilm X-T5 Camera's viewfinder does not have a "text" option that states "LCD Only". Instead, the X-T5 viewfinder goes to blank/black when the selection button is "clicked"/"Rotated" to what would have been this option, to indicate that only the LCD screen will be available in viewing the subject/scene for photographs. However, a check of my older Fujifilm X-T4 camera does have a "text" option that states "LCD Only" as shown in this video. So, this raises a question: Did you "cheat" a tiny bit when explaining this option and use your Fujifilm X-T4 camera to demonstrate this option where the viewfinder shows the "text" option that states "LCD Only"? Thought I would ask as some new X-T5 owners might think their camera is malfunctioning when it does not show the "LCD Only" text as indicated in this video. Thanks very much (in advance) for your response. I really enjoy your videos and they have proved invaluable in helping me with learning about Fujifilm cameras and photography. Thank you for providing this information to Fujifilm camera users such as myself.
Great advice, but I'm surprised you recommend using focus peak highlights when the XT5 has a serious bug with these (the peaking doesn't disappear when the shutter is half pressed, as it does on the XT2/3/4). No clear view, and without peaking enabled the XT5 EVF is not high enough resolution to use manual focus accurately. Please help highlight this serious bug to Fuji... hundreds if not thousands have raised their concerns about this. A truly flawed 'professional' camera.
Where can I buy Fujifilm XT-5 compatible USB-C Cable ("USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports tethering, data transfer, and in-camera battery charging"). Which one would you suggest? I happened to damage it already.
Hello: I have been looking your videos for a long time, having Fuji since 2015. They helped a lot. My problems are the folowing: When I am looking my LCD screen on my X-T5, sometimes my white balance is completely off, let´s say disabled , and I cannot change to any kind of white balance (when I do JPG). where is this control in the menu to enable it back? Another problem is that on my LCD screen, the exposure indicator (52) is sometimes working, sometimes not, which is a great problem. Iif I am on asignment, I must be able to fix both problems rapidly. Where in the menu can this be enabled or disabled? Never had these two problems with my X-T1 and X-T2- Thanks so much and happy Chrsitmas. From Patagonia-Chile.
Thanks for this very timely video Chris. I picked up my camera two days ago and was hoping you would do a tutorial as a planned to set it up today. And, there you were. I appreciate all that you do for Fuji shooters.
Thanks Pal2Tech. I’ve got a TTArtisans lens on the way and needed to remind myself where to find shoot without lens in the menu to make sure I had it set right
Some years ago I've a brand new Fuji camera and you was my "sensei" on X-system. You're doing it again, thanks for all your hard work!
Great assistance in trying to keep the various combinations straight. As always you've provided clear instruction to help us get the most out of our Fuji cameras. My go to source for this - Thank you so much for the effort you put into this channel!
One of the beautiful things about the XT bodies is that small function button in front next to the finger grip. My Nikon doesn't have one and I'm not sure about other brands. Instead of assigning this to playback which can be accessed from the back while you’re looking at the screen, I assigned the Back Button Focus function to this button. With your index finger on the shutter button, your middle finger will fall naturally on this button, making back focus so easy. The rear button that has this function assigned out of the box is hard to use with your thumb if you have large hands.
Just got mine yesterday with the 16-80 f4 lens. Loving it already. I ordered a battery charger from Amazon.
This was so helpful. I am testing out a Fujifilm X-T5 and you just saved me so much time in figuring out how to set it up to simply get started. Thank you!
Looking foward to more videos on the X-T5. Coming soon. I feel like Fuji listened as to what I wanted in a camera. This one is perfect for me. You are my go to guy.
New subscriber. I am not a beginner (novice I would say). Came from Canon to Sony and now to Fuji. The X-T5 is my new obsession. So looking to learn more how to take pictures in the Fuji system. This tutorial is a good start. Thanks!
I really like your videos, and if I set the speed of your voice to 0.75, I can easily follow your fantastic information. I am Danish and though I speek english, it easier if the speed is a little lower. It is funny, informative and very good explaining. Thanks a lot.
Amazingly helpful video! - thank you!! …. I just bought this X-T5 and I feel like it could fly me to the moon. Excited 😊
Hi Chris, I've just invested in this beautiful camera. I've been using Nikon for years but fancied seeing what this camera can do. Your tutorial has been so helpful so thank you so much. I'm currently in Thailand and there is so much to photograph.. I've been passionate about photography since I was a child and now I'm an old git at 60 but still very passionate. Thanks again. Brilliant tutorial. I have three Nikons and a Canon with me so if I can't work things out with this Fuji I have pretty good back up. I will work it out though thanks to you. I'm waffling now so so I will say goodbye but rest assured I'll watch some of your other videos.
Thank youuuu!!! without seeing this video i would not have used my fisheye lens from a 7Artisans 7.5m Fisheye to my T5 fujijil. Such a camera life saver!
Thank God for your channel. I literary just changed a few settings to my XT4 that I had in default.
Chris - Whoo Hoo I received my XT-5 today and even B4 unpacking I watched and saved your video. I will watch it multiple times. Thanks so much. Great video, like 95% of your settings and eagerly look forward to more. Now to go "touch n feel" that baby!!
Just went through my camera settings as I watched. I already use a lot of what you suggested but also found some settings I could change for the better, so thank you!
Just got my new fuji xt5. Your tutorial on set up was fantastic . Great help. I watched when I first got my xt3. Appreciate what you do. Happy holidays
What about back button focusing? Haven't ordered mine yet but will soon and have saved this video. You are the best.
Perfect timing Chris! My XT5 arrived a couple of days ago and some of the settings are a bit different from the XT4.
Since I've switched from Nikon (D800) to Fuji (X-T1, T2, T3, T5) I've never used RAW again ^^ Fujis JPG Engine with their incredible Filmsimulations is just awesome, I love it :)
Chris, you're the best. I've been a photographer for over fifty years. I just got the XT5 and happily decided to use your guide for starter set-up. You make it clear and simple. And fun. Inspiring. Thank you!
I agree, this man is the very best out there! Greetings
Thanks! Very helpful. Now.. do you put a screen shield on lcd and which brand, do you add a camera soft release button, which external charger other than fuji's do you recommend for these batteries? Spare batteries other than Fuji, Wasabi?
Plug the dongle into your headphones cord and tape it in place with some electrical tape. Basically it becomes part of headphone cord. Did this for my Samsung phone as they no longer have jacks.
Amazing video! Thank you for this! It made setting up my new camera sooo much easier ❤
There are many xt5 users that have problems to import to lightroom. Is there somthing we need to do with the usb network ?? Please make a video on How to import raw to lightroom ❤
Fujifilm! Please restore the battery grip capability to the XT series cameras... now!
Thank you so much. It was so helpful. Now, i habe a clone x-t5 from you. 😂😂😂
Nice one Chris, not too far removed from the XT3, I should get the XT5 next week, no flippy screen, 7 stop Ibis, faster and better A/F, oh and 40mp, whoopeee. Cheers
I get the frustrations Chris got when I first got into the Fujifilm app 😂 Hopefully it gets better versions lol
Super useful video for a Fuji newby like me. Thanks!
great video!!! when I'm setting up my buttons Fn3 - Fn6 say AF in blue and it won't let me change them
This was invaluable. Thank you!
Many thanks for this, much appreciated!!!
I'm check-in your guide but if i enable face recognition Is impossible tò change photometry
Hi Chris, your video is great for new fujifilm camera users like me. Thanks a lot! I just got my brand new X-T5 a couple of days ago, and am following your video step up step to setup the camera. Everything is well except that the access to PHOTOMETRY setting is blocked under the Still mode. I tried changing M,C,S, and other settings on the dials. Did not work. Is it because the lens attached to the Camera, which is a fuji XF16 - 80 f4, or is it something else? I followed you video for every step. It would be great if you can help. Thanks a lot. Best Regards, James.
Thanks once again Chris!
I take photos quite often but I don't make a living from it. I have the X-T50 and am trying to find out whether the X-T5 can do more in certain situations. So the question is: does it make sense to also buy the X-T5 and use both? In which situations would you take/use each camera?
Probably only if you were shooting so the for instance two different primes during event or place where you could change them instantly. If you’re hobbyist there is absolutely no need for two bodies. Just my 2 cents
Podrías poner su títulos en español? En todos los vídeos de la Fuji xt5.? Muchas gracias
Hi Chris, I have watched this video several times and I still need help. In Movie mode my Photometry, flickerless ss and IS mode are grayed out. What has them interlocked? Thank you for your help.
on the topic movie setting, whats the reason my IS mode is greyed out
Thanks!!
Can the q button NOT be customized for back button focusing!?
Hey Chris, I seen your other video about changing your image resolution when downloading images from camera to phone. However I noticed that the XT5 does not have a connection setting ..? How have you noticed that ?
thank you
The photos taken from XT5 are only in 72 dpi... Is there any setting to imcrease the dpi?
Is the battery shipped empty? It was for me and just want to see if this is normal?
My movie settings in my new camera seem to varies from your X-T5 Setup for Beginners video in UA-cam, for example I can not locate the "Movie Optimized Control" and many others. Do they sold me an old version of the X-T5?
Thank you.
Thanks, Chris, for the video can you please tell me if the XT5 has the Bird eye tracking on it. Thank from a UK viewer.
Another great video helping to sort things out. I have completed my XT-5 setup except that there seems to be something blocking my assignment of functions to the D-pad. These buttons are "blued-out" -- blocked with a blue color. Anyone else encounter this?
I'll answer my own question: You must first change the setting Button dial settings --> Selector button settings --> from the default "focus area" to "fn" Then the D-pad setting s become available for assigning functions. This seems to be an unnecessary extra layer of settings, but now I know
Eric! So sorry I didn't see this earlier. You are totally correct: setting to FN is the way to go here. Great job in getting that figured out. Thank you so much for supporting the channel!! I really appreciate it!! Cheers! 🙏 👍
Movie mode, Provia is ok, but I like Eterna.
Dankeschön 🙏
So good
Good job!
Photometry is not lighted so I cannot change that…..what did I do wrong? (Camera just came in and following your steps)
Hi Chris,
Great video on initial setup - Thanks! One question I have is regarding the front dial below the shutter release. I notice that it works to change aperture setting when aperture is in A mode. Does this dial have any other functionality or customization capability? Thanks.
Don
Mendocino Coast, California
the xt5 I recieved today has different settings. Why is this?
Is the XT5 manual now available?
Yes. Available online. In the UK there is a printed version but the online version is much more comprehensive.
Not sure why yet, but the birds photos I do with my x-t2 are better than what I get from the x-5 with all IBIS and bird subject detection on... At the moment I'm very confused and disappointed
Better in what way?
@@laurapeter3857 sharpness/details... And I do cropping in most cases
@@davaireport2479 wow. Shutter/ISO/Aperture/exposure/lens are all the same?
@@laurapeter3857 Yes, all the same plus I utilize new birds subject detection feature. So at least I expect same results, but not worse. But even for the same it did not make sense to get x-t5
I'm not sure what you're doing wrong, but I took my X-T5 out today for a test drive and one of the subjects I shot were some ducks in a pond. With my 35 mm f/2 and bird recognition it worked reasonably well given the fact that the 35mm f/2 is absolutely no lens for wildlife shooting.
Just for fun I looked up 'birds in flight' on UA-cam and tried the bird recognition of the X-T5 which worked quite well.
Compared to my X-T2 this is like stepping from the bronze age towards the iron age.
Hi Chris. just a quick point about the sequencing of the changes you recommend. At 4.15 you suggest setting face/eye auto detect to on and then at 6.20 you suggest changing the photometry setting. However, once you've turned face/eye auto-detect on the photometry option gets yellowed out (as it is on your video at 6.32). I checked with the manual and that's what's supposed to happen. You may have done what I did and changed the photometry setting before turning on face-eye auto detect. However, the sequencing in your video might create a bit of confusion on this point. Otherwise I'm finding this very helpful - thank you!
Thank you and good point!
Thanks!
I still remember the eagerness I had watching your XT3 Setup Guide just after receiving mine for Xmas. The chills, man. You've grown so much since then, Chris
I would switch between Chris and Omar's video to set up my first fuji hahaha so nostalgic
Thanks Chris. I’m learning so much from your videos. Not just about Fuji, but about the world of digital photography in general. I’m an old film fogey returning to photography after an absence of about 30 years and your straight-talking, clear instruction is just so helpful. All the best (from Australia).
Now, do I upgrade my x-t3 to a 5? Rhetorical question of course, but I await your full review with interest!
Wow, thank you so much!!!! 🙏 🙏 I love hearing this and really appreciate the support. Cheers! and yeah, XT3 > XT5 is awesome!
I've got my XT5 in hand while watching this. The information you provide is priceless! Thank you.
Chris, my X-T5 was delivered Thursday. I had pre-watched your video when you first released it, and I re-pre watched it early this week as a warm up. Yesterday and today I slowed it down to .75 speed and went through it step by step for a final screening. Thanks for doing this, it took the pain out of the setup.
Al
Love this channel, and this one was a massive help. I am all in on fuji but was missing this clear set up intro... brilliant. Thank you for creating this work.
Wow, David!! Thank you so much pal!!! This really helps out the channel and I so much appreciate all your support!!! 🙏 🙏 🙏 Cheers!!
If I were on the fence about a certain camera to buy starting out in photography, your videos alone would be enough to make me choose the Fuji X-T5. Thank you for all you do in making these videos!
Best Fuji photography channel on all of UA-cam. I've learnt more from you than I have from all other resources combined. Thank you!
Hi mate, Following your setup guide on my new XT5, I got to the part about "PHOTOMETRY"... and my option is greyed out, cannot change it.? any advice?
EDIT - I took Face detection off... and now I can change PHOTOMETRY"...
Just got my X-T5 so this was for sure my most stop/start/rewind video ever. Thanks for your advice and tips!
Great intro. I am a professional photographer and HS Photo teacher going into my 4th Fuji X camera (XT1,XPro2,XE4 and now XT5) and still I learned a LOT. Thank you for doing this.
Omar has said turning AF+MF off will be better at ensuring you don't miss focus in certain cases... I'm curious if you can confirm that and update your guide:
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there are just a few things in life that i hate as much as i hate the fujifilm remote app.
What's the best way to transfer footage to a phone? Getting my xt5 tomorrow.
@@Stelios86 otg adaptor + sd card reader
@@Stelios86 I have a type c to type c cable and I directly transfer my photos to my phone.
It works fine as a remote shutter, but I don’t find it useful for anything beyond that.
@@jmpattillo honestly, as long as i can't use liveview mode effectively, using as remote shutter doesn't mean much to me. and liveview of fuji app is beyond horrible. slow, sluggish, freezing constantly, and doesn't utilize landscape mode. i'd prefer that the app works wired instead of wireless, if it meant it would work smoothly. i don't know why they force people to use it only wirelessly. especially, their wireless connection is not effective enough to carry liveview video feed properly.
Thank you very much Chris! I just bought my x-T5 and appreciated a lot your configuration tips!
Thanks so much, Chris. I was hoping you'd do one of these! Perfect timing with the release and shipping of the XT5!
👍 Florian!! Yeah, I broke my 'no working on weekends rule' LOL, but this camera is a BIG DEAL and a lot of people may be setting them up this weekend!!!
Fuji are releasing, or have released, so many new cameras, it's difficult to keep on top of it all.
I ,recently, purchased a S10 and that will be my last body purchase for a number of years.
Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This video, as always is worth its weight in gold. One of the many excellent pieces of advice, get a second battery. I would say get the proper fuji stand-alone charger too, that way you have zero battery issues for a full days shooting. Well done.
Can’t believe they didn’t include a real charger.
@@jacobbice8540 yes I mean a stand-alone charger for the spare battery.
@@jacobbice8540 Agreed. Seems a little cheesy to sell a $1700 camera without a charger, but several manufacturers are doing this now.
Just a way to add $60 to the real price.
I like that they kept the price relatively low (compared to other brands) by not including things that some people won’t want or need. It’s the same battery and charger as the X-T4 right? Like Apple with the charging block. Everyone has a few of those already.
@@sharoncatalano1977 I think so yes
I'll be reviewing this as I switch from my XT3 to an XT5 soon. But I wanted to insert here a STRONG recommendation that everyone use the new Fuji XApp mobile application, if for no other reason than because you can easily back up and restore all of these custom settings. My XT3 has reset itself twice now. The first time was before I had XApp and I had to rebuild my entire set up (including a whole bunch of custom film sims) while on vacation. Absolutely miserable. The second time was just a few weeks ago and I was able to get everything back the way I like in under 2 minutes with the app.
absolutely amazing crash course... love it....thank you. i just bought XT5 today and voila i don't need to read the manual only thing is you were very fast ... so i have to go back and forth but very informative... thank you again
You need to stop mentioning how expensive the cammera is ... my wife's starting to give me a side eye as I unbox it 🤣
Very helpful guide as I debate between buying X-H2 or X-T5, or maybe both!!
Thanks for this! I’ve been in the Sony ecosystem since 2016 and just switched to Fuji with the X-T5 (delivered today) and I’m actually a little lost so this is really helpful for me. Thanks!
you are the best. i setup every setting exactly how i want it. i'm an experienced fuji user, and i STILL couldn't figure out how to get the micro prism and dual screen options enabled, and i simply didn't have the focus set to manual while adjusting the settings. *slaps forehead*. also, i never use the touch screen for photos either!
With my X-T5 on order, this video couldn't have come at a better time . Thanks for posting Chris and I'm looking forward to more from you on this fantastic camera as and when.
i have mine, i hate the rear screen what do you think, if you put it on a tripod you cant see the screen in virtical above eye level
Quick question about VR/IBIS. When the camera is on a tripod, and you turn off the VR ON the lens, what about the IBIS? Will that cause blurring as happens when the VR on the lens is on?
this is really good work, like your style. I am 100% focused on FujiFilm now. I have to choose which camera I am going to buy. Sony A7 IV or FujiFilm X-T5 or X-H2(S). so I watched all content on both camera's...but your way of presenting is a breath of fresh air.....kudos from the Netherlands
Hello there! I’d like to thank you for doing a step by step guide. I’m fairly new to Fuji and you made if very easy to follow. And yes, this is an entertaining video!!! Really appreciate you taking the time to make this. 🎉
Should be getting my X-T5 any minute now *keeps checking for the FedEx Truck* I will be watching this video as I open it up. I am excited because this is my first ever brand new camera, I have always gotten 2nd hand before, I am upgrading from the X-T2.
Thanks for the video! I'm a new subscriber too! It was very helpful! It has been several years since I bought my last camera and it has been that long since I've had to dive in a menu to tweak all these settings. BTW, F-stoppers simply used your video on their page on how to set up this camera. The only setting I would disagree on is to have IS always on. It's akin to turning on pre-AF. I have found always-on functions to be unnecessary. Please keep posting these tutorial type videos! They are very helpful.
I'm 100% with you on the shoot without card setting default. It's the first thing that I do.
Soooo...how much memory do I need for it? 64GB? 128? 256? 512? How much memory a picture will take the space? How many pictures I can take?
I love the way you explain everything so well. I’m a beginner and you make it very clear and not confusing. Thank you!
Thank you for this excellent video! I'm new to Fuji and already love the XT-5. Your video has made it so much easier for me to get started. Thank you very much!
Today I've used it for the first time after my X-T2 and a few conclusions I have drawn:
- A bit weird that the Q buttion is on the right and the AF on the left for back-button focus, now I have swapped both
- My version of Lightroom can't read the .RAF files which is weird, I guess I need to upgrade my version
- In uncrompressed RAW one .RAF file is around 85 megabyte which is use, files of the X-T2 were around 50 mb, probably better to shoot (lossless) compressed
Things I learned now:
- Buy another battery! 🙂
For the touch controls I would recommend to keep it on, at least for using tracking autofocus and selecting the subject. In my very limited test drive I tried it out and it works very decently.
I also assign a button to modify the different modes of the AF-C autofocus which can be handy.
I would also recommend to use the Q-button as the new autofocus makes a difference between animal recognition (one icon) and person recognition (another). If you want to switch from one to the other the Q button will be the fastest way.
Hi Chris. What a great video. Very helpful. I have a question. The shutter AE is by default turned ON in the menu. When I turn it OFF and I am using auto iso, I don't see my iso settings on my screen when I half press my shutter. I will have to check by play back my photo. is there an other way around? Many thanks in advance.
Thanks for the video, one of the best published on you tube, very clear and complete although fast. I gave myself this car for Christmas and I will play with it.
At 20:00 - Regarding setting the X-T5 to "LCD Only". I noted that my Fujifilm X-T5 Camera's viewfinder does not have a "text" option that states "LCD Only". Instead, the X-T5 viewfinder goes to blank/black when the selection button is "clicked"/"Rotated" to what would have been this option, to indicate that only the LCD screen will be available in viewing the subject/scene for photographs.
However, a check of my older Fujifilm X-T4 camera does have a "text" option that states "LCD Only" as shown in this video. So, this raises a question:
Did you "cheat" a tiny bit when explaining this option and use your Fujifilm X-T4 camera to demonstrate this option where the viewfinder shows the "text" option that states "LCD Only"? Thought I would ask as some new X-T5 owners might think their camera is malfunctioning when it does not show the "LCD Only" text as indicated in this video. Thanks very much (in advance) for your response.
I really enjoy your videos and they have proved invaluable in helping me with learning about Fujifilm cameras and photography. Thank you for providing this information to Fujifilm camera users such as myself.
Great advice, but I'm surprised you recommend using focus peak highlights when the XT5 has a serious bug with these (the peaking doesn't disappear when the shutter is half pressed, as it does on the XT2/3/4). No clear view, and without peaking enabled the XT5 EVF is not high enough resolution to use manual focus accurately. Please help highlight this serious bug to Fuji... hundreds if not thousands have raised their concerns about this. A truly flawed 'professional' camera.
Where can I buy Fujifilm XT-5 compatible USB-C Cable ("USB 3.2 Gen 2 port supports tethering, data transfer, and in-camera battery charging"). Which one would you suggest? I happened to damage it already.
Hello: I have been looking your videos for a long time, having Fuji since 2015. They helped a lot. My problems are the folowing: When I am looking my LCD screen on my X-T5, sometimes my white balance is completely off, let´s say disabled , and I cannot change to any kind of white balance (when I do JPG). where is this control in the menu to enable it back? Another problem is that on my LCD screen, the exposure indicator (52) is sometimes working, sometimes not, which is a great problem. Iif I am on asignment, I must be able to fix both problems rapidly. Where in the menu can this be enabled or disabled? Never had these two problems with my X-T1 and X-T2- Thanks so much and happy Chrsitmas. From Patagonia-Chile.