I just went to a fujifilm store to check out the X-T5 in person, but fell in love with the weight of the X-T50.

There's been quite a few threads on this topic but I can't seem to decide between the two.

I'm planning to get a fujifilm camera for everyday use (family events, portraits, landscape, street) so weight is kind of an important factor for me. But the X-T5 has the shutter speed dial & the ISO dial that I really love. I love the efficiency of adjusting the ISO & shutter speed with ease.

Personally I think that the X-T50 would be sufficient, however I can't get over the X-T5 dials but im concerned about the weight of the X-T5, it might be too heavy / bulky for my liking.

Edit: pulling the trigger for the X-T50, reason being:

• weight is an important factor for me

• as a new user to the fuji eco-system, I may enjoy being able to add 12 custom recepies instead of 7 on the X-T5

• ISO control can be linked to the front command dial

• built-in-flash available for portrait photography.

Why not X-T5?

• weight. If its too heavy I'm more likely to not use it. I would purchase the X-T5 if it was lighter.

• weather sealing is an added bonus, not compulsory, I don't shoot in extreme weather.

• dual slot is also an added bonus, not compulsory.

Why not X-S20? I didn't like the L grip feel.

Why not X-M5? The weight of X-M5 is quite similar to the X-T50, difference was barely noticeable to me. So I may as well go for the X-T50 (or X-T5) instead.

I hope this helps someone. Thanks all for your inputs!

Shortly after graduation, I'm going to be travelling the world. Short stint in Europe, road trip across America, and time in Japan. I wanted something manageable from a size perspective, but still quality and flexible for experimentation. I'm not sure whether is is great or awful timing, but I was almost sold on the X-T5 kit with 18-55mm lens as a buy-once-cry-once camera purchase, with no clue that the X-T50 was on the way.

Now that it's come out, do y'all think the X-T50 is the better choice? I think I prefer the size and look of the X-T5, as well as the stronger battery life, but I haven't had either of them in hand. I was willing to spend the money on the X-T5, but I'm always looking to save if possible.

Hi all,

Yet another post asking for advice on whether to go for the X-T5 and the X-T50.

I recently placed a preorder for the X-T50 thinking it was the perfect choice (also ordered the 27mm to go with it). I have yet to officially own anything Fuji, and this is going to be my first camera. I decided on the X-T50 because it was so lightweight and compact, but after doing more research, the X-T5 has a lot of things that I want that the X-T50 is missing.

Things that the X-T5 has that I really want are a better EVF and the three way tilt screen. I can't see myself using all of the buttons on the X-T5, but maybe I would grow into them as I get better with photography. The WR and the extra battery life would be nice, but aren't really deal breakers for me. I do live on Vancouver Island, so maybe the WR would be nice since it can rain here quite a bit, and windy days on the beach does kick up some sand.

Things I like about the X-T50 are the small compact size, built in flash, and minimalist design with less buttons and curved edges. The X-T5 obviously has more pro's as a camera, but the minimalist in me is telling me the X-T5 is too big.

The type of shooting I want a camera for is street, travel, and wilderness backpacking. I am into ultralight backpacking, which is why the X-T50 seems more desirable. I have held the X-T30ii and the X-T5 to try and see what would work best, and my first impression was that the X-T5 was quite a chonky beast, but maybe I can swing the X-T5 since I cut my pack weight in other ways. Any other minimalists / ultralight backpackers here?

Appreciate any insight and advice!

[update]

In the end I decided to go for the X-T5. On the release date of the X-T50 my gut was telling me it wasn't the right choice. As much as I would love to have a lightweight compact camera, the X-T5 suits my other needs more. I have no hate towards the X-T50 and its film-sim dial, but overall its just not for me.

I will put some of my reasons below incase others come across this post and they are in the same dilemma.

• I want to grow as a photographer and I feel like having a designated ISO dial, instead of a film-sim dial, would be better suited to grow into. I think I might get bored of the film-sim dial after a while, and I know I have a particular taste and don't see my self using all of the film-sims, so I feel like I wouldn't use that dial to its full potential.

• I decided that WR is something I would 'need', since I want to take photos in all types of conditions, especially because I enjoy crappy weather, and I do not want to worry about my gear. (The weight of worry was heavier than the extra weight between the X-T5 and the X-T50)

• Some other things I wanted that pulled me to the X-T5 were the 3-way tilt screen and the better evf.

• Added bonuses that weren't deal breakers: better battery and dual SD card slots.

• Things I will miss about the X-T50: Lightweight/compact, built in flash, and I like the overall look of it more.

Hello!

I’m deciding between these two cameras. I currently have a Nikon D7000 and had it for almost 14 years. I was looking for a smaller camera that I can bring with me everyone especially when travelling. I was leading towards the 50 but I went to compare them in person and the 5 was smaller than I thought.

For people that used both, how do you find the size and weight difference when you are using them?

I finding it very hard to decided between the two.

Edit: thank you all for your advice, I just ordered a silver X-T5 with 16-50mm!

Hey everyone,

I’m stepping up from iPhone photography to my first dedicated camera and trying to decide between the Fujifilm X-T50 and X-T5. I mainly shoot city scenes, people, and landmarks, but I also want to capture nature and landscapes while traveling.

I was initially set on the X-T50, but now I’m considering the X-T5 for better future-proofing. Is the upgrade worth it, or would the X-T50 be enough for a first-time buyer?

Also, what lens combo would you recommend for a mix of city and nature photography? I was thinking of getting the XF 23mm f/2, but I’m open to other suggestions.

Would love to hear your thoughts!