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Fujifilm X-T5 Camera Review

Tested using Methodology v0.12.1
Reviewed Aug 09, 2023 at 09:25 am
Latest change: Writing modified Aug 20, 2024 at 09:26 am
Fujifilm X-T5 Picture
8.2
Travel Photography
8.1
Landscape Photography
8.3
Sport & Wildlife Photography
8.1
Raw Photo Performance
7.4
Vlogging
8.9
Studio Video
6.9
Action Video

The Fujifilm X-T5 is a mirrorless APS-C camera. In a lot of ways, it represents a return to the photography-oriented roots of the X-T series—whereas the Fujifilm X-T4 was the most video-oriented camera in the series thus far, the X-T5 brings back the three-way tilting screen of the Fujifilm X-T3, has a lighter and more portable body, and shares its new 40.2MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor (the 'HR' stands for high resolution) with the flagship Fujifilm X-H2. This is the camera for those looking for the traditional Fujifilm shooting experience, with dedicated exposure dials and a marked focus on photography in an increasingly video-centric market.

Our Verdict

8.2 Travel Photography

The Fujifilm X-T5 is great for travel photography. It's relatively portable, has a high-res EVF, and a tilting screen that's great for waist-level shots. Its high-resolution sensor captures stunningly detailed images, with plenty of leeway to crop your photos, and its in-body image stabilization can help you shoot at slower shutter speeds handheld. Battery life is also excellent for a mirrorless camera. It isn't the most comfortable camera to shoot with because of its small hand grip.

Pros
  • Relatively portable design.
  • Dedicated exposure dials make it easy to adjust settings.
  • Excellent battery life.
  • Excellent autofocus system.
Cons
  • Ergonomics are just decent.
8.1 Landscape Photography

The Fujifilm X-T5 is great for landscape photography. Its high-resolution sensor is great for landscapes and prints, giving you more leeway to crop your photos. It also has an impressive amount of dynamic range for an APS-C sensor, which is great for high-contrast landscapes. The camera is also relatively portable and well-built, with some weather sealing for peace of mind on long hikes in adverse weather conditions. It has an excellent battery life too. However, it isn't the most comfortable to hold because of its small handgrip.

Pros
  • Relatively portable design.
  • Dedicated exposure dials make it easy to adjust settings.
  • Excellent battery life.
  • Excellent dynamic range.
Cons
  • Ergonomics are just decent.
8.3 Sport & Wildlife Photography

Though the Fujifilm X-T5 is great for sports and wildlife photography, it has some limitations. The biggest one is the size of its photo buffer. Because the camera captures such large image files, its buffer fills up quickly, slowing you down at a critical moment. It can shoot at a very quick max burst rate and has an excellent autofocus system with a reliable tracking feature and several different subject detection modes, including ones specifically for animals, birds, and different types of vehicles.

Pros
  • Relatively portable design.
  • Dedicated exposure dials make it easy to adjust settings.
  • Excellent battery life.
  • Quick burst shooting.
  • Excellent autofocus system.
Cons
  • Ergonomics are just decent.
  • Large files fill up buffer very quickly.
8.1 Raw Photo Performance

The Fujifilm X-T5 has great RAW image quality. Its exceptionally high-resolution sensor captures an impressive level of fine detail and gives you more room to crop in your photos. It also has amazing dynamic range, allowing you to capture high-contrast scenes with a wide range of highlight and shadow detail. That said, its noise handling is just decent in low light.

Pros
  • Excellent dynamic range.
  • Very high resolution sensor.
Cons
  • Decent noise handling.
7.4 Vlogging

The Fujifilm X-T5 is decent for vlogging, but this isn't its main intended use. Unfortunately, it doesn't have a fully articulated screen that you can flip all the way around to face you for selfie vlogs. However, it is a very capable video camera, with recording in up to 6.2k resolution, plenty of frame rate options, and advanced features like Log recording and RAW video output via HDMI. It also has a great autofocus system with a reliable face-tracking feature that ensures you stay in focus while recording.

Pros
  • Relatively portable design.
  • Excellent battery life.
  • Great video quality and autofocus.
Cons
  • Ergonomics are just decent.
  • No fully articulating screen.
  • Not the most portable for on-the-go vlogging.
8.9 Studio Video

Despite being more photography-oriented, the Fujifilm X-T5 is excellent for studio video. It supports 10-bit 4:2:2 recording internally, with Log profiles to capture a wider dynamic and tonal range, along with RAW 6.2k video output over HDMI with a compatible external recorder. It can record 6.2k video and oversampled 4k at up to 30 fps, regular 4k at up to 60 fps, and 1080p at up to 240 fps in its slow-motion recording mode. The video quality is great too. While it has an excellent battery life and good heat management, you can extend it with an external power supply via USB-C if needed, which is great for longer recording sessions.

Pros
  • Relatively portable design.
  • Excellent battery life.
  • Internal 10-bit 4:2:2 recording in Log.
  • RAW 6.2k video output to compatible external recorder via HDMI.
Cons
  • Ergonomics are just decent.
6.9 Action Video

POV-style action video isn't the Fujifilm X-T5's strength, but it gets the job done if you want to film action from the sidelines. Though it can record regular 4k and 1080p video at up to 60 fps—with a slow-motion recording mode that captures 1080p footage at up to 240 fps—it can only capture the highest-quality 6.2k and oversampled 4k video at up to 30 fps. It's a well-built camera but can't withstand extreme weather conditions or mount-to-action video rigs. On the upside, video quality is great, and it has a relatively long battery life.

Pros
  • Relatively portable design.
  • Excellent battery life.
  • Super slow-motion recording in 1080p.
Cons
  • Ergonomics are just decent.
  • Not rugged or waterproof.
  • Limited frame rate options at high-resolution settings.
  • 8.2 Travel Photography
  • 8.1 Landscape Photography
  • 8.3 Sport & Wildlife Photography
  • 8.1 Raw Photo Performance
  • 7.4 Vlogging
  • 8.9 Studio Video
  • 6.9 Action Video
  1. Updated Aug 20, 2024: We added a comparison to the Fujifilm X-T50 in the Portability section.
  2. Updated Jul 25, 2024: We've added comparisons to the Fujifilm X100VI in the Portability and Sensor sections of this review.
  3. Updated Jan 29, 2024: Added text to 'Raw Photo Performance' verdict box and updated existing text in the 'Photo RAW Noise' box.
  4. Updated Jan 29, 2024: Converted to Test Bench 0.12.1.
  5. Updated Nov 27, 2023: Linked to the Nikon Z f in the Sensor box.
  6. Updated Aug 11, 2023: Added a link to the Fujifilm X-S20 in the 'Battery' section of the review.
  7. Updated Aug 09, 2023: Review published.
  8. Updated Jul 31, 2023: Early access published.
  9. Updated Jul 19, 2023: Our testers have started testing this product.
  10. Updated Jul 17, 2023: The product has arrived in our lab, and our testers will start evaluating it soon.
  11. Updated Jul 11, 2023: We've purchased the product and are waiting for it to arrive in our lab.
  12. Updated Jul 11, 2023: The product has won our suggestion poll, so we'll buy and test it soon.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

The Fujifilm X-T5 comes in silver and black colorways. We purchased the black model; you can see our unit's label here

You can buy the camera body on its own or bundled with a kit lens like the XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS or the XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR, depending on the retailer.

Let us know if you come across a different variant, and we'll update our review.

Compared To Other Cameras

The Fujifilm X-T5 has one of the highest-resolution sensors of any APS-C camera on the market today, and with a relatively compact body, this is a camera designed for photographers who don't want to sacrifice portability for image quality. Like its predecessor, it features a highly effective in-body image stabilization (IBIS) system and high-res EVF but brings back the 3-way tilting screen from older X-T series cameras. And with an updated autofocus system and even better video specs for the hybrid shooters among us, this is the most formidable X-T camera yet.

For other options, check out the best cameras for photography, the best mirrorless cameras, and the best cameras for travel.

Fujifilm X100VI

The Fujifilm X-T5 and the Fujifilm X100VI share the same high-resolution APS-C sensor but have different body designs that are tailored to different uses. The X-T5 is the better option if you prefer the flexibility of interchangeable lenses, while the X100VI is better if you need something compact and don't mind a fixed lens. The X100VI also has the benefit of a hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder, but it's less suited to video work and has a shorter battery life than the X-T5.

Nikon Z f

The Nikon Z f and the Fujifilm X-T5 are both great cameras with vintage-inspired designs. However, they use different-sized sensors. The Fujifilm uses a higher-resolution APS-C sensor. It's more portable and features a tilting screen that some may prefer. Overall, it has slightly better ergonomics and a longer battery life. On the other hand, the Nikon has a fully articulated screen, which some may prefer over the tilting screen on the X-T5, and its PSAM control scheme, with additional dials for ISO and shutter speed, may be more familiar to some shooters. Ultimately, the Fujifilm is better if you prefer an APS-C sensor and lenses, but if you prefer full-frame, the Nikon is better.

Fujifilm X100V

The Fujifilm X100V and the Fujifilm X-T5 are different types of cameras. The X100V is a compact fixed-lens model, while the X-T5 is an interchangeable lens model. The X-T5 uses a newer, higher-resolution sensor and is better for photographers and hybrid shooters who prefer the flexibility to switch out lenses. The X100V, however, is better if you're looking for a compact everyday carry camera with a fixed prime lens.

Sony α6700

The Sony α6700 and the Fujifilm X-T5 are both excellent APS-C cameras. The Fujifilm is more of a photography-first camera, with a higher-resolution sensor, dedicated exposure dials, a larger viewfinder, and a tilting screen. The Sony is a better hybrid option, with a fully articulated screen and more frame rate options.

Fujifilm X-T30

The Fujifilm X-T5 sits above the Fujifilm X-T30 in Fujifilm's lineup and has a few advantages. It uses a newer, higher-resolution sensor, a higher-resolution EVF, and an improved autofocus system. It also has better video features, including more frame rate options and better internal recording capabilities. That said, the X-T30 is more portable and still has an excellent sensor, so it may be a good option if you prefer something more compact for photography.

Fujifilm X-H2

The Fujifilm X-H2 and the Fujifilm X-T5 share the same high-resolution APS-C sensor, but they have differently designed bodies aimed at different users. The X-T5 is more portable and has a tilting screen, making it a good fit for street photography or those who want a lighter, smaller body. It also has dedicated exposure dials that make adjusting settings on the fly easy. The X-H2, on the other hand, has a standard PSAM dial and a chunkier body that's aimed more at pros and hybrid shooters.

Fujifilm X-T30 II

The Fujifilm X-T5 is better than the Fujifilm X-T30 II. The X-T5 sits at a higher price point, so it offers better build quality, a higher-resolution EVF, and a new higher-resolution sensor and processor. In addition, the X-T5 has an upgraded autofocus system, faster burst shooting, and better video specs.

Sony α7 III

The Fujifilm X-T5 and the Sony α7 III are both great cameras but use different-sized sensors. The Fujifilm has a more old-school design, with dedicated exposure dials and a smaller hand grip. While the Sony is a bit bulkier, it has a more ergonomic hand grip. The Fujifilm is newer, so it has a few advantages in areas like burst shooting, autofocus tracking, and video features. However, the Sony is still worth considering if you need full-frame image quality.

Fujifilm X-T4

The Fujifilm X-T5 marks a return to the photography-oriented roots of the X-T series after the more hybrid design of the Fujifilm X-T4. Both are very capable cameras for photography and video, but the fully articulated screen of the X-T4 is better suited to video work, while the three-way tilting screen of the X-T5 is better for photography. The X-T5 is just a touch lighter and more portable, and its new high-resolution sensor captures more detailed photos with more cropping leeway.

Fujifilm X-T50

The Fujifilm X-T50 is like a more compact version of the Fujifilm X-T5. The X-T5 is better overall, with a higher-resolution viewfinder, better ergonomics, dual SD card slots, and faster burst shooting. However, if you're looking for a more portable camera that won't cost you quite as much, the X-T50 has a lot of the same features as the X-T5, including the same high-resolution sensor, IBIS, and advanced video capabilities.

Fujifilm X-S20

The Fujifilm X-T5 is better overall than the Fujifilm X-S20, though they're aimed at different users. The X-T5 is a higher-end camera with better build quality, including weather-sealing. It also has a higher-resolution sensor and higher-resolution EVF, along with dedicated exposure dials, that make it a good fit for enthusiast photographers. The X-S20, on the other hand, is aimed more at general content creators and vloggers, with a fully articulated screen and more 'auto' features.

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Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
6.5
Design
Portability
Height
3.6" (9.2 cm)
Width
5.1" (13.0 cm)
Depth
2.4" (6.2 cm)
Volume
45.2 in³ (741.5 cm³)
Weight
1.24 lbs (0.56 kg)

The Fujifilm X-T5 is fairly portable for an interchangeable lens camera. It's marginally smaller and lighter than the Fujifilm X-T4, bringing the camera closer in dimension to older models in the X-T series while still managing to implement an IBIS system. Not that the X-T4 is a behemoth, but it's nice to see Fujifilm keeping the size down since the portability of the X-T series is one of its strengths compared to full-frame camera systems. If you're looking for even more portability, the Fujifilm X100VI features the same sensor in an even more compact form factor. However, if you still want the flexibility of interchangeable lenses, the Fujifilm X-T50 is like a mini X-T5.

8.5
Design
Build Quality

The camera's build quality is excellent. The frame is hard plastic, with a magnesium alloy top plate, all of which feel robust. The screen mechanism feels secure, and while some of the buttons and dials have a bit of wobble, they also feel solid overall. Fujifilm also says there are 56 weather-sealed points for dust- and moisture resistance and that the camera can operate in temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C).

Design
Body
Body Type
SLR-Style
Water Resistance
Weather-Sealed
Mirrorless
Yes
Rugged
No
Hot Shoe
Yes
Customizable Button
Yes
Command Dial
4
Tripod Mount
Yes
Lens Mount
X Mount
Built-In Flash
No
Fastest Shutter Speed
1/8,000 s

The Fujifilm X-T5 continues the X-T series tradition of having dedicated ISO, shutter speed, and exposure compensation dials right on the top plate, making it easy to adjust exposure settings. However, unlike previous models in the series, the X-T5 no longer has a battery grip attachment point.

While the max mechanical shutter speed is 1/8000s, the camera can also shoot at an incredibly quick 1/180,000s shutter speed in electronic shutter mode. While most situations will never require shutter speeds that quick, it's a good option when shooting in very bright sunny conditions with a wide-open aperture.

Design
In The Box

  • Fujifilm X-T5 camera body
  • Sensor cap
  • Removable eye cup
  • Hot shoe cover
  • Shoulder strap
  • 1x NP-W235 battery
  • AC adapter
  • 3x international plug adapters
  • USB-C to USB-C cable
  • USB-C to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter
  • User manual and documentation

7.0
Design
Ergonomics & Comfort
Hand Grip: Small Hand
Yes
Hand Grip: Medium Hand
Yes
Hand Grip: Large Hand
Yes
Hand Grip: Extra-Large Hand
Yes

The Fujifilm X-T5 is decently comfortable to shoot with. It doesn't have the largest handgrip, so it can feel a bit cramped, especially if you have larger hands. Still, the grip feels nice and a bit more secure than the texture on the Fujifilm X-T4. The rubber eyecup also feels quite comfortable. On top of that, it's very easy to adjust exposure settings with the dedicated dials on the top plate. You can lock the dials to stop you from accidentally changing settings. Like the X-T4, the shoulder strap attachment points can get in the way of your index finger, and the shutter button is a tad on the mushier side.

Design
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type
Electronic
Advertised Coverage
100%
Advertised Resolution
3.69 million dots
Advertised Magnification
0.8

The EVF has a 3.69 million dot resolution, which is great and gives you a crisp view. That said, while it's sharper than typical on cameras at this price point, it isn't as high-res as the viewfinder on the flagship Fujifilm X-H2.

7.7
Design
Screen
Screen Articulation Type
3 Way Tilt
Screen Max Brightness
883 cd/m²
Advertised Resolution
1.84 million dots
Size
3.0" (7.6 cm)
Touchscreen
Limited

The Fujifilm X-T5 brings back the 3-way tilting screen from the Fujifilm X-T3 and previous models. It can tilt up and out like a standard tilt screen, but it also tilts out horizontally and down. It has a higher resolution than the screen on the Fujifilm X-T4, ensuring a crisp image when shooting with the display. It also gets very bright, enough to overcome glare on sunny days. However, touch functionality is limited to selecting focus points, taking photos, and adjusting settings while recording video.

8.0
Design
Menu System
Guide Mode
No
App Name
Fujifilm XApp

The menu system is quite good overall but isn't the most intuitive interface. For example, the human face/eye detection setting is separate from the other subject detection modes. Some of Fujifilm's terminology also differs from other brands, like metering settings being labeled 'Photometry'. It's easy to navigate, but it can sometimes be sluggish or unresponsive. Thankfully, there are plenty of customization options, including 'My Menu' pages to access your most frequently used settings and the quick menu you can pull up while shooting.

In addition, you can download Fujifilm's XApp (screenshot of the app interface here), which lets you control the camera remotely, backup your settings, and transfer files from your camera directly to your smartphone (excluding RAW files). Using the app for Live View works okay but can be very laggy.

not tested
Design
Built-In Lens
Maximum Aperture
No built-in lens
Max Aperture (Full-Frame Equivalent)
N/A
Minimum Focal Length
N/A
Maximum Focal Length
N/A
Max Focal Length (Full-Frame Equivalent)
N/A
Optical Image Stabilization
No
Luminance
N/A
Light Falloff
N/A
Design
Sensor
Sensor Type
BSI CMOS
Advertised Effective Pixels
40.2 MP
Sensor Size
APS-C
Processor
X-Processor 5
Extended ISO Minimum
64
Native ISO Minimum (Base ISO)
125
Native ISO Maximum
12,800
Tested Firmware
2.02

Like the Fujifilm X-H2 and Fujifilm X100VI, the Fujifilm X-T5 uses a high-resolution backside-illuminated sensor that Fujifilm claims has an improved pixel structure for better light-gathering ability. With this new sensor, the base native ISO is now 125, as opposed to ISO 160, which was the native base on previous X-series cameras, including the Fujifilm X-T4. The new X-Processor 5 advertises twice the processing speed as the previous generation. If you're looking for a vintage-inspired camera with a full-frame sensor, check out the Nikon Z f.

9.0
Design
Battery
Battery Type
Fujifilm NP-W235
USB Charging
Yes
Power Delivery While Recording
Yes
Advertised Battery Life In Photo
580 photos
Tested Battery Life In Video
120 min

The camera's battery life is fantastic. It has a 580-shot CIPA rating, an improvement over the Fujifilm X-T4, and excellent for a mirrorless camera. In the power-saving Economy mode, that bumps up to 740 shots on a full charge. Of course, you should take CIPA ratings with a grain of salt since real-world performance can vary depending on settings and how you use your camera. Still, it's a good indicator of how a camera might perform relative to other models. If you're looking for a Fuji camera with even better battery life, check out the Fujifilm X-S20.

In video mode, the camera can record for about two hours of continuous video recording in oversampled 4k 'HQ' resolution or 6.2k. We didn't manage to capture the advertised 130 minutes, but we came very close, which is excellent. If you need to extend the camera's battery life, you can also connect it to an external power source or power bank via USB-C.

Photo General
8.0
Photo General
Photo Shooting Speed
Low Speed Continuous
3 fps
High Speed Continuous
15 fps
Silent Shooting Continuous
20 fps
Raw Buffer Size
21 Photos
JPEG Buffer Size
84 Photos
Buffer Empty Time
17 s

The Fujifilm X-T5 has a very quick max mechanical burst rate, making it a great fit for capturing faster subjects in burst mode. If you switch to the electronic shutter, it can shoot at an even faster max burst rate of 20 fps, 13 fps, or 10 fps. However, when you enable the electronic shutter, the image crops in about 1.29x, as you can see here. If you want to avoid the crop, you'll have to stick with the mechanical shutter. While the camera can shoot very quickly, the high-resolution images fill up the buffer just as quickly. With a high-speed SD card, you can capture around 20 RAW frames before the buffer fills up and the camera starts to slow down. It's a bit better with JPEG files, but it still fills up quickly relative to other cameras. Unlike the Fujifilm X-H2, which uses the same high-resolution sensor, the X-T5 doesn't support CFexpress cards, which allow the X-H2 to clear its buffer much faster, thus giving it an effectively larger buffer capacity before it starts to slow down.

8.6
Photo General
Photo AF-C Tracking
Autofocus Tracking Shots
Perfect Focus Hit Rate
78%
Usable Focus Hit Rate
82%

The Fujifilm X-T5 uses the same AF system as its flagship sibling, the Fujifilm X-H2S, with what Fuji says is an updated algorithm that improves its predictive capabilities. It's a notable step up from the Fujifilm X-T4, with much more reliable tracking when shooting continuously. Even with faster or more erratic subjects, it's very accurate and nails focus most of the time. The camera has your typical face and eye tracking, as well as expanded subject detection modes that include Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle, Airplane, and Train categories. However, the interface isn't the most intuitive, with the subject detection modes separate from the human face/eye detection, meaning an extra step if you want to quickly switch from tracking a human subject to a vehicle or bird, for example.

9.8
Photo General
Photo AF-C Center Point
Autofocus Center Point Shots
Perfect Focus Hit Rate
98%
Usable Focus Hit Rate
98%

Without tracking and using a single center focus point, the autofocus is very effective. It has no trouble staying with moving subjects behind the focus point. We tested AF using the Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens, which has a quick linear focusing motor.

8.3
Photo General
Photo Image Stabilization
Minimum Shutter Speed Achieved
1/8 s
In-Body Image Stabilization
Yes

The Fujifilm X-T5 has an in-body image stabilization system that Fujifilm advertises to have up to seven stops of stabilization. We tested stabilization using the Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens, which doesn't have optical stabilization, and the camera still did a great job of stabilizing shots taken at very slow shutter speeds. That said, stabilization performance can vary depending on many factors, including not just the lens but what focal length you shoot at and how steady your hands are.

Photo Image Quality
8.6
Photo Image Quality
Photo RAW Dynamic Range
Dynamic Range At Base ISO
11.1 f-stops
Dynamic Range At 1/500s Exposure Time
9.5 f-stops
Dynamic Range At 1/2000s Exposure Time
6.9 f-stops
Dynamic Range At 1/4000s Exposure Time
6.3 f-stops

The Fujifilm X-T5 has excellent dynamic range. It captures a wide array of shadow and highlight detail, which is great for high-contrast scenes like landscapes.

8.3
Photo Image Quality
Photo RAW Sharpness
Vertical Edge MTF50 At Base ISO
1,894 LW/PH
Horizontal Edge MTF50 At Base ISO
1,914 LW/PH

Thanks to the high-resolution sensor, the Fujifilm X-T5 captures an impressive amount of fine detail. Images look very crisp, even when you punch in, and there's plenty of room to crop your photos.

Like the Fujifilm X-H2, the X-T5 includes a 'Pixel Shift Multi Shot' feature. The Pixel Shift mode takes a series of 20 RAW photos, using the camera's in-body image stabilization system to move the sensor in tiny increments for each frame. Then, using the Fujifilm 'Pixel Shift Combiner' software, you can combine the images into an ultra-high-resolution composite photo of up to 160 megapixels. Here's a sample Pixel Shift photo taken of our test scene. It's a great feature to have for very high-quality product photos, for example, since you should only use this mode for static subjects and scenes, and it's best used with a tripod. If there's even slight movement with the camera or in the scene, you'll get pixelation and artifacts, which you'll notice if you zoom in on our outdoor sample photo here.

7.4
Photo Image Quality
Photo RAW Noise
SNR 18% At 1/8 Exposure Time (125 ms)
34.1dB
SNR 18% At 1/30 Exposure Time (33 ms)
31.9 dB
SNR 18% At 1/125 Exposure Time (8 ms)
27.9 dB
SNR 18% At 1/500 Exposure Time (2 ms)
N/A

The camera's noise management is decent but performs well for such a high-resolution APS-C sensor. The camera retains a fair amount of detail in low light. Though noise is inevitable with less available light, it won't be overly noticeable except in very dark environments where you have to bump the ISO.

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The Skate Park Picture
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The Polish Church Picture
JPEG Polish Church Picture Download
RAW Polish Church Picture Download
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The Studio Picture
JPEG Studio Picture Download
RAW Studio Picture Download
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The Stairway Picture
JPEG Stairway Picture Download
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Video General
Video General
Video Features
Full HD Video
Yes
4k Video
Yes
6k Video
Yes
Clean HDMI Output
Yes
Advertised Max Chroma Sampling Over HDMI
4:2:2
Advertised Max Bit Depth Over HDMI
12 bits
Log Picture Profile
Yes
Recording Light
Yes

Though the Fujifilm X-T5 is geared more towards photography, it's also a very capable video camera, with video recording in 6.2k resolution at up to 30 fps, oversampled '4k HQ' at up to 30 fps, and sub-sampled 4k at up to 60 fps. Both of the 4k modes include the option to record regular UHD 4k or DCI 4k with a slightly wider, more cinematic 17:9 aspect ratio. The camera also supports RAW 12-bit video output in 6.2k at up to 30 fps with a compatible Atomos or Blackmagic recorder via HDMI.

Video General
Audio
Audio Test Sample
Audio Recording
Stereo
Microphone Level Display
Yes
Video General
Video File Format And Compression
MP4 H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC
Yes
MP4 H.265 / HEVC
No
MOV H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC
Yes
MOV H.265 / HEVC
Yes
AVCHD H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC
No
All-I Compression
Yes

Unlike the Fujifilm X-H2 or Fujifilm X-H2S, the Fujifilm X-T5 doesn't support ProRes codecs internally since they require a CFexpress card.

4k Video
9.2
4k Video
4k Video Frame Rate
240 fps In 4k
No
120 fps In 4k
No
60 fps In 4k
Yes, with a Crop
30 fps In 4k
Yes
24 fps In 4k
Yes
4k Crop At Max Available fps
1.23 x

The Fujifilm X-T5 has a wide selection of frame rates in 4k. In the normal 4k mode, it can capture 4k video at up to 60 fps, although shooting in 4k / 60 fps incurs a bit of a crop. In the oversampled 4k HQ mode, it's limited to a max of 30 fps.

9.9
4k Video
4k Video Internal Recording
Bitrate Maximum In 4k
350 Mbps
Bitrate Minimum In 4k
50 Mbps
Chroma Sampling In 4k
4:2:2
Bit Depth In 4k
10 Bit
Record Time Limit In 4k
N/A
Overheat Recording Interruptions in 4k
0

The camera has fantastic 4k internal recording capability. Like the more video-oriented Fujifilm X-H2S and Fujifilm X-H2, it supports both F-Log and F-Log 2 to take full advantage of the sensor and capture a wider dynamic range. With internal 10-bit 4:2:2 recording, you'll also have more flexibility when color-grading your footage. It's a step up from the Fujifilm X-T4 in that respect, as the X-T4 was limited to 10-bit with 4:2:0 subsampling. Another improvement over its predecessor is the elimination of recording time limits, which is great for long-form content or streaming. The camera also has excellent heat management and is a bit more efficient than the X-H2 and X-H2S when it comes to overheating, as we didn't experience any overheating interruptions, even in the 4k HQ mode. Unlike those models, there's no compatible cooling fan accessory, and the camera doesn't have mounts to attach one because of its tilting screen. That isn't surprising, though, since the X-T5 is more photography-oriented, while the X-H models aim at hybrid/advanced video shooters.

9.6
4k Video
4k Video Autofocus Performance
Object Tracking In 4k
9.5
Face Tracking In 4k
9.5
Face Detection In 4k
Yes
Eye Detection In 4k
Yes

The autofocus is incredibly effective in video mode, although it performs notably better in 6.2k and 4k HQ resolution than in the regular 4k mode. The above results are for the 4k HQ mode, but you can see how the autofocus performs in regular 4k mode here for object tracking and here for face tracking. 6.2k object tracking is included here for reference. Generally, though, the autofocus is quite reliable and tracks moving subjects quickly and accurately.

In addition to human face/eye detection, you can choose between different subject detection modes, including Animal, Bird, Automobile, Motorcycle, Airplane, or Train. With continuous autofocus, you can choose between two area modes: 'Multi', which automatically detects and tracks a subject in the frame, and 'Area', which gives you a smaller moveable focus area. However, unlike competitors like Canon or Sony, there's no general selectable subject tracking outside the camera's automatic subject detection modes.

8.8
4k Video
4k Video Quality
Low Light Capability In 4k
8.0
Test Scene Extract In 4k
9.5

The camera captures amazing video quality in 4k. Thanks to the higher-resolution sensor, it's even better than its predecessor, capturing a slightly crisper image overall. The results above pertain to the oversampled 4k HQ resolution. You can see a test scene extract from the regular 4k resolution here and 6.2k resolution here. You can also see a low light sample in 6.2k here.

6.1
4k Video
4k Video Rolling Shutter Effect
4k Rolling Shutter
6.3°

Unfortunately, there's noticeable rolling shutter effect in 4k HQ. It's about the same as in 6.2k, which you can see here. You'll see some skewing or wobble with quick camera pans, but it isn't horrible overall. In regular 4k resolution, it's a bit less pronounced, with a rolling shutter degree of 4.7°. You can see the video for regular 4k here.

Full HD Video
9.7
Full HD Video
FHD Video Frame Rate
240 fps In FHD
Yes, with a Crop
120 fps In FHD
Yes, with a Crop
60 fps In FHD
Yes
30 fps In FHD
Yes
24 fps In FHD
Yes
FHD Crop At Max Available fps
1.3 x

The Fujifilm X-T5 can record regular full-speed 1080p video at up to 60 fps without a crop. Like other Fujifilm cameras, it has a high-speed recording mode that can record slow-motion footage at up to 240 fps, with playback options for 2x, 4x, or 8x slow motion. This mode doesn't record any sound and imposes a significant crop. Thankfully, the autofocus tracking still works in high-speed recording mode, which is great. You can see an example of slow-motion footage in 1080p at 240fps here. Even at 240 fps, the quality is quite good in bright conditions, though it degrades somewhat in low light.

10
Full HD Video
FHD Video Internal Recording
Bitrate Maximum In FHD
200 Mbps
Bitrate Minimum In FHD
50 Mbps
Chroma Sampling In FHD
4:2:2
Bit Depth In FHD
10 Bit
Record Time Limit in FHD
N/A

In 1080p, the camera's internal recording capability is still great, though we couldn't achieve the advertised max bit rate of 360 Mbps. As with 4k, it can record 10-bit 4:2:2 video internally, and there's no recording time limit.

7.9
Full HD Video
FHD Video Autofocus Performance
Object Tracking In FHD
6.5
Face Tracking In FHD
8.5
Face Detection In FHD
Yes
Eye Detection In FHD
Yes

The autofocus is notably worse in 1080p than in the oversampled 4k HQ mode, but it's still very good overall. It does an excellent job of tracking moving human subjects and works best when letting the camera detect a subject rather than trying to select a target manually. In those cases where you want to track an object that doesn't fall into a subject detection mode, it can be sluggish to keep up with whatever is behind the focus area.

7.8
Full HD Video
FHD Video Quality
Low Light Capability In FHD
7.5
Test Scene Extract In FHD
8.0

In 1080p, the video quality is great, particularly in more controlled lighting conditions. The image is relatively sharp and detailed. It's good in low light too, but there's some noticeable noise and loss of detail.

7.0
Full HD Video
FHD Video Rolling Shutter Effect
FHD Rolling Shutter
4.0°

The rolling shutter effect is less noticeable in 1080p. There's still some skewing with very fast camera movements, but it isn't too bad overall.

Storage And Connectivity
Storage And Connectivity
Storage
Card 1 Slot
SD Card UHS-II
Card 2 Slot
SD Card UHS-II

The Fujifilm X-T5 includes dual SD card slots rated for UHS-II cards. The slots are conveniently placed on the side of the camera, making it easier to switch out cards when using a tripod.

8.7
Storage And Connectivity
Inputs / Outputs
USB
USB-C
HDMI
Micro (Type D)
Headphones
Yes, via Included Adapter
Microphone
Stereo
Wi-Fi
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes

The Fujifilm X-T5 includes a USB-C port for charging, file transfer, and power delivery. There's also a Micro HDMI port, so you'll likely need to use an adapter if using an external recorder or display, unlike the Fujifilm X-H2 or Fujifilm X-H2S, which are more video-centric and have full-sized HDMI ports. It also has a mic input to connect an external microphone. Like the Fujifilm X-T4, there's no headphone jack, but you can use headphones with a USB-C-to-headphone adapter, which comes in the box.