This is the third and final installment of this series. As a reminder, I photographed only with my Fujifilm X-T1 from the announcement day of the Fujifilm X-T5 (November 2) until the release date (November 17). Why? First, even though the Fujifilm X-T1 is eight-years-old (and approaching nine), it is still such a great little camera. It took three years for Fujifilm to bring this model to the market because they wanted to get it right, and it was one of their most important cameras ever released. The Fujifilm X-T1 was one of the first, if not the first, Fujifilm cameras that widely appealed to professional photographers. It was Fujifilm’s most successful model at the time—outselling all the previous cameras—and launched the extremely successful X-T line. The X-T5 is the latest iteration. This project was intended to give me a better understanding of how the X-T5 has evolved from the original model. It also allowed me to demonstrate that previous models, including the original X-T1, are still really good.
I wanted to try some things with the X-T1 that I wasn’t able to do in the first 10 days, including wildlife and low-light. I had been sick, which made this a much more difficult project than I had anticipated, so I tried to make the most of the last five days. In the end I didn’t do everything that I wanted, but I was able to do a lot, and I’m happy with how it all came together.
I was really impressed with the Fujifilm X-T1—even in 2022, it is an excellent body that’s quite capable of capturing beautiful photographs. I thoroughly enjoyed shooting with it, more than I thought I would. The only shortcoming that I encountered was in dim light, the autofocus tended to hunt. This didn’t prevent me from getting the pictures, but it did make me work a little harder to do it. Otherwise, the camera performed exceptionally well in a whole host of situations. If you have one, it’s definitely a keeper. If you are in the market for a used Fujifilm model, this is one that I have no problems recommending. Is the X-T5 better? Sure. Is the X-T4 better? Yeah. Is the X-T3 better? Affirmative. Is the X-T2 better? I’m certain that it is. But, the X-T1 is still really good, and the newer iterations aren’t miles ahead—each new model is marginally better than the previous, which means that the latest is only four small steps ahead; ahead indeed, but the ol’ X-T1 holds its own surprisingly well.
I hope that you enjoyed this short-term project as much as I did!
If the X70 is my “gateway” into the Fuji ecosystem, these are the kinds of posts that provide some answers to questions I hadn’t yet asked. That is, if I replace my present full-frame system, what are my choices? Thanks for providing a visual response.
You bet! T5 just now arrived. Unboxed and charging. I’m guessing the AC charge adapter will work with the dual battery charger. Hope so. Commensurate in size and weight with my X-T3. Initial impression is like it a lot. More of why I bought Fuji in the first place – size, weight, excellent glass, and the dials…I’m not much on endless menus.
I have the Arca-grip on my T-3 which is a boon for hand carry with the 18-55 or my 14mm, so I think I’ll order one. I’m now going to have to go to WR lenses I think.
We’ll see how the initial shots look. Now heif or jpeg? Plus RAW. Thoughts? Thanks!
I am shooting a local event today, and take the X-T1 with me as a second camera. Despite the age, and the older technology, it is still an excellent camera!
Very nice article Ritchie !
I’m still using my X-T1 for 7 years !
Love it !.. still amazed by it’s sharpness and it’s overall image quality !
Sometimes wondering if I should go for X-t5…for IBIS, new film simulations, better EVF, better AF…
If I do so I will for sure keep the T1 (certainly hidden, because of my wife wanting me to “sell the old one if I buy a new !” )😊
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The Fuji X Weekly App or the Creative Collective?
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The fujixweekly app. I don’t shoot Fuji right now. I will resubscribe if I begin to shoot Fuji again.
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If you are on an Android device, this will help you:
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If you are on an iPhone, this will help you:
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If the X70 is my “gateway” into the Fuji ecosystem, these are the kinds of posts that provide some answers to questions I hadn’t yet asked. That is, if I replace my present full-frame system, what are my choices? Thanks for providing a visual response.
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I hope that it is helpful somehow 😀
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Thank you!
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You are welcome!
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You bet! T5 just now arrived. Unboxed and charging. I’m guessing the AC charge adapter will work with the dual battery charger. Hope so. Commensurate in size and weight with my X-T3. Initial impression is like it a lot. More of why I bought Fuji in the first place – size, weight, excellent glass, and the dials…I’m not much on endless menus.
I have the Arca-grip on my T-3 which is a boon for hand carry with the 18-55 or my 14mm, so I think I’ll order one. I’m now going to have to go to WR lenses I think.
We’ll see how the initial shots look. Now heif or jpeg? Plus RAW. Thoughts? Thanks!
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Because I often use Clarity, and HEIF disables Clarity, I’m sticking with JPEG. I hope you’re enjoying your X-T5!
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Way way way behind uploading my catalogs.
Way.
Aviation is X-E2.
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Good article & something a bit different. Love the photos too; thanks for taking the time.
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I appreciate your kindness! 😀
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I am shooting a local event today, and take the X-T1 with me as a second camera. Despite the age, and the older technology, it is still an excellent camera!
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It really is! Absolutely nothing wrong with using it in 2022 and for years beyond. Thanks for the comment!
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Very nice article Ritchie !
I’m still using my X-T1 for 7 years !
Love it !.. still amazed by it’s sharpness and it’s overall image quality !
Sometimes wondering if I should go for X-t5…for IBIS, new film simulations, better EVF, better AF…
If I do so I will for sure keep the T1 (certainly hidden, because of my wife wanting me to “sell the old one if I buy a new !” )😊
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Definitely keep the X-T1 if you buy the new camera. I appreciate your kindness!
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