Fujifilm X-T50 Mirrorless Camera with XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 Lens (Black)

I bought this camera to go alongside my X-T5 as a lighter weight second body. I tend to use heavier lenses with my X-T5 and wanted the equivalent of My X100V, but with the benefit of a zoom lens and of course it has the higher resolution sensor of the X-T5 and X100VI. The camera itself is excellent. It is functionally very similar to the X-T5, but in a more compact form and with a slight reduction in the number of physical controls. The new "kit lens" is very good. It produces sharp images, is a great light walkabout lens and is particularly good for flower photography. One thing that has been a pleasant surprise is the dedicated film simulation dial. I hadn't tended to try different simulations, but having them on the dial has caused me to set up my X-T5 to have a ... MoreI bought this camera to go alongside my X-T5 as a lighter weight second body. I tend to use heavier lenses with my X-T5 and wanted the equivalent of My X100V, but with the benefit of a zoom lens and of course it has the higher resolution sensor of the X-T5 and X100VI. The camera itself is excellent. It is functionally very similar to the X-T5, but in a more compact form and with a slight reduction in the number of physical controls. The new "kit lens" is very good. It produces sharp images, is a great light walkabout lens and is particularly good for flower photography. One thing that has been a pleasant surprise is the dedicated film simulation dial. I hadn't tended to try different simulations, but having them on the dial has caused me to set up my X-T5 to have a menu option to quickly select film simulations and I also now use simulation bracketing to try different creative options. The full auto option is also very handy and it has intelligence in selecting the type of photo and adjusting he auto settings to match,

The X-T50 seems well-made for a consumer camera--not too light. It may have the same 40mp sensor as the X-T5, but they are worlds apart in terms of build quality. This camera got very hot and drained the battery within an hour of testing. The viewfinder is inferior--small and set deep in the body (in my perception), so you have to really smash your face into the camera to see. I was surprised how limited the movement of the LCD is (although it's bright and sharp)-- no flipping around (selfie mode). The grip is irritating--it's there, but not deep enough, and the somewhat slippery textured surface makes it hard to hold onto. The designers have forced so many buttons and controls in a small space. The location of the function button does not make sense and it's hard ... MoreThe X-T50 seems well-made for a consumer camera--not too light. It may have the same 40mp sensor as the X-T5, but they are worlds apart in terms of build quality. This camera got very hot and drained the battery within an hour of testing. The viewfinder is inferior--small and set deep in the body (in my perception), so you have to really smash your face into the camera to see. I was surprised how limited the movement of the LCD is (although it's bright and sharp)-- no flipping around (selfie mode). The grip is irritating--it's there, but not deep enough, and the somewhat slippery textured surface makes it hard to hold onto. The designers have forced so many buttons and controls in a small space. The location of the function button does not make sense and it's hard to press. The film simulation mode dial seemed like fun at first until I realized you cannot save custom settings to these modes--any settings (ie sharpness, saturation) are applied to whatever film mode you select. This stands in the way of crafting looks. Cramped buttons and complicated menus made the camera less fun and more mind-boggling to use. I have friends--Fujifilm users--who complain about the nonsensical organization of the Fujifilm menus, so I suppose if you already shoot Fuji this would be okay, but for me, the camera was not a good introduction. Overall the camera doesn't really feel retro, and as an experienced photographer (film and digital), it did not feel intuitive. Just go for the bigger better designed camera if you want to use those beautiful Fujifilm lenses and excellent sensor.

I have a Sony A7RV which, although excellent at what it does, is a heavy camera when you include those large and heavy full frame lenses. As a result the Sony A7RV does not travel with me on many of my day trips or restaurant/museum/ visits. I wanted a camera that was high quality, light and easy to take with me and I could actually buy (I have always had a Fuji X100 series camera for this duty, but I sold my X100V prematurely and the X100VI is all but impossible to buy - mine has been on order for 4 months as of this date and I have been told that they will not be able to give me a delivery date until November).So I started searching for an alternative and and came across the new and improved X T xx series and noted the recent introduction of the X T50. After ... MoreI have a Sony A7RV which, although excellent at what it does, is a heavy camera when you include those large and heavy full frame lenses. As a result the Sony A7RV does not travel with me on many of my day trips or restaurant/museum/ visits. I wanted a camera that was high quality, light and easy to take with me and I could actually buy (I have always had a Fuji X100 series camera for this duty, but I sold my X100V prematurely and the X100VI is all but impossible to buy - mine has been on order for 4 months as of this date and I have been told that they will not be able to give me a delivery date until November).So I started searching for an alternative and and came across the new and improved X T xx series and noted the recent introduction of the X T50. After some research I purchased the camera with the 16-50mm kit lens and a 23 mm f/2 prime. I have been highly impressed. The output is sharp, the contrast and dynamic range excellent and it has that Fuji magic in the OOC (out of camera) JPGs. I do not usually shoot RAW unless I feel the picture may need some work afterwards and the Fuji's have always produced excellent JPGs OOC.The much maligned in camera simulation dial on the left is a great help and not just for beginner photographers. It is a very convenient way to change the feel and look of a picture right in the camera. I am a mature photographer with many years of photography under my belt and although a lot of the reviews say this is a camera for the inexperienced who are just starting, ignore them. It will suit a large range of photographer with varied experience and can be used either in full auto mode (which I find 'overcooks' some situations or as hands on as you want. This is a photographer's camera in a compact body with excellent facilities and performance.Pros:1. Excellent out of camera pictures in either JPG or HEIF.2. Easy to use with full manual if you want.3. Adequate to good auto focus tracking (it kept up with my 3 standard poodles).4. Superb resolution which allows you to crop in post processing if needed.5. Nice handling with well placed controls.6. Excellent range of FX compatible lenses which are very high quality.7. That film simulation control on the left.8. Allows you full manual control of all functions using the well designed Fuji controls on camera.9. Small and light so you will take it with you.10. Pop up flash for fill in where back light causes issues.11. In body image stabilization.Cons:1. Not weather sealed.2. Battery life is short (you need at least one spare if you are going out for the day).3. Viewfinder is a little small, but not bad enough to be a real problem.4. Be careful in video mode as read out speed for the 40 MP sensor is a little slow so you may get a 'gelo' effect if you pan with moving subjects.5. Dongle for headphones.6. Expensive. By the time you have the kit lens included you are into territory occupied by some decent FF cameras (Panasonic S5II etc.). However they are not this small and will not be with you when you need them.In summary, this a camera you will have with you which will be far more versatile than your phone. And it does not over process your pictures like a phone so you have full control and can product superb pictures. It is also a superb second camera for those owners of those FF cameras with their large and often heavy lenses.