• X-T30 III
  BHphoto / Amazon US (black body/kit – silver body/kit – charchoal body/kit) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira / BestBuy / Paul’s Photo

So what is the best camera right now to get into the Fujifilm X system?

Well, the answer is of course very personal and it depends on your needs and preference.

However, if “compact size” is one of your top criteria (and you want an EVF), then it probably makes no difference if you go for the Fujifilm X-T30 III, X-T50, X-S20 or X-E5, since they are all pretty close in size as you can see below from the comparison taken from Camerasize.

So other factors will be more important in your decision.

For example, for me there is no competition: it must be rangefinder styled. So Fujifilm X-E5 is the way to go.

If you prefer PSAM dial instead, the X-S20 is pretty much your only (and excellent) option: a bit more expensive, sure, but you’ll get also IBIS and a fully articulating screen if that’s important to you.

If on the other hand resolution is a priority, then the X-T50 might be to consider.

If on a budget, though, I’d go for the X-T30III and compensate for the lack of IBIS with a stabilized lens, such as the XC13-33mmF3.5-6.3.

Speaking of XC13-33, I also wanted to compare it with the other wide angle zooms of Fujifilm (XC15-45mm and XF10-24mm) as well as the more higher end kit lens, the XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8.

I love how compact the XC13-33 is and so far from the first looks I have seen it seems to be a fairly priced lens for its performance (it costs $150 only if purchased bundled with the X-T30III).

But I am still kind of amazed by the XF16-50mm, an “ordinary” kit lens that comes with some more premium features like weather sealing, linear autofocus motor and an internal zoom.

So, if you don’t miss too much the range from 13 to 15, then I guess I’d recommend the XF16-50mmF2.8-4.8. Although, that’s not offered bundled with the X-T30III and the XC13-33mm becomes an unbeatable bargain if purchased bundled with X-T30III.

• X-T5 body
  BHphoto / Amazon / Adorama / Moment / BestBuy / Paul’s Photo

According to a recent survey, the Fujifilm X-T5 is the most owned Fujifilm camera by FujiRumors readers.

No wonder that therefore I also get many emails from X-T5 owners asking me all sorts of questions. And one question that comes up quite regularly is which UHS-II SD-Cards I recommend for the Fujifilm X-T5.

• The Fujifilm X-T5 – Here are the Top 5 Accessories I Can Recommend

And since it comes up regularly, I will answer it once for all in this article.

There is only one correct answer to this question: if possible, stick with the officially Fujifilm recommended SD-cards (list below).

*1 Model name could be different depending on the market.
*2 Where xxxx is “JNJIP/GHJIN” in Japan, “ANCIN” in the U.S.A., “CNCIN” in Canada, “ZN4IN” in China, and “GN4IN” for Global.

The Fujifilm price increase came into effect today, but I just wanted to let you know that, in case you missed the deadline, some gear is still for sale at the old price at Amazon.

For example, the Fujinon XF16-55mmF2.8 II is for sale at lower price shippend and sold by Amazon. At other stores it costs $150 more now.

Same goes for the XF150-600mmF5.6-8 sold by Amazon at the lower old price as well as the XF33mmF1.4 sold by Amazon.

But there is probably even more gear still available at the old price, so make sure to check out the items you are eventually interested in.

Other gear is sold for old price at Amazon sold by third parties, as it’s the case with the XF70-300mm, sold at Amazon via official Fujifilm retailer True Modern Electronics.

You can also find the Fujifilm X-T5 at old price at Amazon via Dodd Camera, which is also an official Fujfiilm retailer.

You can check out the list of official Fujifilm retailers here.

I guess it’s just a matter of time until those stores will align with the new prices.

Full List of New Prices

IRreCams has disassembled a Fujifilm X-T5 for infrared conversion.

Some things they noticed:

What is noticeable here is that the design of the housing parts feels lighter compared to a X-H2 or X-T4. It’s difficult to photograph, but you can feel it in your hand. Fujifilm has managed to save a few grams and bring a high-quality, compact camera onto the market.

These features [7 stops IBIS and Pixel Shift Multishot] are already available from the X-H2 but what is new is the compact design of the sensor unit. Since the first sensor-based image stabilization in the X-H1, Fujifilm has gradually made the sensor module smaller and lighter. The module in the X-T5 is the most compact we have ever seen in a Fujifilm camera – and the design on the data sheet shows no disadvantages compared to the slightly larger module in the X-H2.

Similar to the sensor of the X-H2, the X-T5 also has a few precautions to dissipate the heat from the sensor towards the housing, but these are not quite as extensive as on the X-H2 (after all, the X-H2 still has to keep a cool head even when recording 8K video).

Some modern cameras have an internal infrared LED. Stray light from this LED can be visible on infrared images in poor lighting conditions. [X-T5] has no such LED problems. This means that the X-T5 is not only suitable for the Conversion to an infrared or full spectrum camera but also for a Astromodification in order to become sensitive for H-Alpha light. […] The sensor shows no unwanted sensor artifacts such as a line pattern of the PDFA pixels and delivers a very good resolution, dynamic range and noise performance

You can read the full article and check out all images at IRreCams here.

• Fujifilm X-T4 IR Infrared
  BHphoto
• Fujifilm X-T1 IR Infrared
  Amazon / BHphoto

NOTE July 31, 2025 is the last day at the current price for X-T5 – price increase on August 1)

• Fujifilm X-T5
  BHphoto / Amazon / Adorama / Moment / BestBuy / Paul’s Photo

We told you a few weeks ago that Fujifilm has shifted production of these four camera models from China to Japan.

And after the X100VI a few days ago, we now have also the Fujifilm X-T5 made in Japan in stock at BHphoto, in both silver color and black color.

And while the made in China X100VI is discontinued at BHphoto, you can still find the made in China X-T5 in stock at BHphoto.

So how do you make sure you’re getting the made in Japan version (if that’s important to you)?

Here’s how — and this also answers questions some FR readers have asked here.

When visiting the product page at B&H, look at the URL in your browser’s address bar. The made in Japan version will have “japan” at the end:

• X-T5 made in China
  https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1731281-REG/fujifilm_16782301_x_t5_mirrorless_camera_black.html
• X-T5 made in Japan
  https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1899774-REG/fujifilm_16953883_x_t5_body_silver_coo_japan.html

This applies to the made in Japan versions of the X100VI made in Japan, the X-T50 made in Japan and the X-M5 made in Japan.

If you’re on a mobile device and can’t easily see the full URL, just check the product code. The made in Japan versions will end with JP. For example:

• X-T5 black (China): FUXT5BB
• X-T5 black (Japan): FUXT5BJP

Again, this “JP” suffix applies to the other models, too.

And just to be clear: JP doesn’t stand for “Just Perfect” — though it might as well ;) — it stands for Japan.

So, if made in Japan matters to you, now you know exactly how to identify and grab the right version — while both Japan and China variants are still available in the US.

• Fujifilm X-E5
  BHphoto / Amazon US (black body/kit – silver body/kit) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira / BestBuy / Paul’s Photo
• XF23mmF2.8 R WR
  BHphoto / Amazon US (black – silver) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira / BestBuy / Paul’s Photo
• Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC ART
  BHphoto / Amazon US / Adorama / Moment / BestBuy / Nuzira
• Fujifilm GFX100RF
  BHphoto / AmazonUS (silver – black) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira / BestBuy
• Fujifilm X-M5
  BHphoto / AmazonUS (silver – black) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira
• Fujifilm X Half
  BHphoto / Amazon US (black – charcoal – silver) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira/ BestBuy / Paul’s Photo

• Fujifilm X-E5
  BHphoto / Amazon US (black body/kit – silver body/kit) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira / BestBuy / Paul’s Photo

Look, I don’t have access to global sales figures for camera gear.

The only way I can gauge how well a camera is being received is by checking our affiliate sales data.

So I took a look at the Fujifilm X-E5 pre-orders through our link at BHphoto, and in just a few hours, it already doubled the number of Fujifilm X-T5 pre-orders made in the first week after launch.

That puts the X-E5 as the second most pre-ordered Fujifilm camera via our affiliate links—right behind the untouchable X100VI, and ahead of the X-T5.

Also, this makes the X-E5 the most pre-ordered Fujifilm camera with interchangeable lenses on FujiRumors.

The same trend holds true over at WexUK, where the X-E5 is also the second most pre-ordered Fujifilm camera ever through our WexUK links.

But let’s keep things in perspective:

The numbers are not final, as cancellations will inevitably follow. Yet even if half of all pre-orders were canceled, the X-E5 would still match the performance of the X-T5.

Of course, this doesn’t guarantee that the X-E5 will become a bestseller. And in the grand scheme of global pre-orders, FujiRumors is just a small blip.

But while FujiRumors is statistically irrelevant, it’s hard to believe this camera is heading toward failure. In fact, gear that performs well on FujiRumors often goes on to sell strongly more broadly, too.

I think Fujifilm will be quite pleased with the initial sales response for the X-E5. Whether X-E5 customers like you and me will be as pleased is another story—high demand could mean long waiting times.

So here’s my advice: if you’re thinking about getting an X-E5, place your order now. Shipping doesn’t start until August, which gives you plenty of time to decide whether you want to keep the order. And if you do, at least you’ll be closer to the front of the queue.

Anyway, we’ll see. That’s also why I’ve decided to hang on to my Fujifilm X-E3 for now—so I still have an X-E camera to use while I wait for the X-E5 to arrive.

• Fujifilm X-E5
  USA: BHphoto / Amazon US (black body/kit – silver body/kit) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira / BestBuy / Paul’s Photo
  CA: Amazon CA
• XF23mmF2.8 R WR
  USA: BHphoto / Amazon US (black – silver) / Adorama / Moment / Nuzira / BestBuy / Paul’s Photo
  CA: Amazon CA
• Fujifilm X-E5 in EU/UK
  UK: WexPhotoVideoUK / AmazonUK / ParkCameraUK
  GER: AmazonDE / CalumetDE / Fotokoch
  EUR: 50.8 Shop / PCHstore / AmazonFR / AmazonIT / AmazonES / AmazonNL
  Worldwide: Amazon of Your Country
• Fujifilm XF23mmF2.8 R WR in EU/UK
  UK: WexPhotoVideoUK / AmazonUK / ParkCameraUK
  GER: AmazonDE / CalumetDE / Fotokoch
  EUR: 50.8 Shop / PCHstore / AmazonFR / AmazonIT / AmazonES / AmazonNL
  Worldwide: Amazon of Your Country