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!