Revisiting the Fujifilm XS10.
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- Is the Fujifilm X-S10 any good? Is it a keeper? We revisit this little camera.
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“They don’t care about your photography”. That’s every photographer traveling with his family 🤣 I also feel left behind 😟
Hey Omar - wanted to let you know your videos have brought me so much happiness, enjoyment and laughter over the years. Means a lot - and a “metric” of your impact not reflected in views or likes. Thanks man. Props to bro Moe - love the ‘cast too! You’re a bright light in a world that needs it.
Glad you returned to it. I bought mine last October, my first proper camera after a long time just using the smartphone. I was looking at entry level Canons, then saw a local (South African) review of the XS-10 on TH-cam and decided to go for it. I absolutely love the camera, and moving to Fujifilm meant I discovered your and Pal2Tec's great channels. Which I binge on. I thought both of you gave the XS-10 too little love, primarily due it departing from the Fujifilm look and feel. For someone like me who didn't know Fujifilm, there is nothing to miss, so it's really really a great buy and a great way to enter the Fujifilm world. That said, I'm a retro junkie and an aesthete so I now also CRAVE the dials and the the look of those silver editions... I am now constantly looking for a cheap second hand XT-20 or something to buy just so I can play with buttons. I love your channel. You're a great photographer and an exceptional teacher.
which South African TH-camr did you see the review on ?
Found an XT-20 on Facebook marketplace other day
As a former X-T30 owner, I don't see any valid reason, apart from "the looks", for why one would buy X-T20 if you already have X-S10. The X-S10 is a camera with better ergonomics, newer sensor than X-T20 (better lowlight performance) and IBIS (perhaps most important - not even the newer T30 has IBIS).
I had the X-T30 but never used the top shutter dial. It's just really stiff and impractical/slow to turn while shooting, so I was usually leaving the dial in the T mode and then using the front+back dials like a PASM camera.
Hi! I'm planning on buying my first fujifilm camera and I'm kinda torn between this one and xt30 ii but was actually leaning towards this one more but I came across a video that says overheating is really bad with this camera. Any thoughts?
Got the camera 3 days ago. Took it out for a basketball session with my boys. I had X-T3, and ... return it. The X-S10 is an amazing little camera, best for video, great for photos. The 18-55 XF lens is sharp enough. The lack of IBIS on X-T3 change my mind to keep it. In hand, X-S10 is like a glove.
I’ve had the X-S10 for about a year now. Purchased a second a few month after. I use them for video. Both with external monitors for pro res. Clients love the quality. I love the quality. I love this camera.
@@viajay
I run my setup on a v-mount battery. With both my cam and recording on my ninja monitor, both pulling power from the v-mount, it’ll last me a few hours.
I do carry 6 batteries with me, just in case. That will also give me a few hours on only the camera.
@@viajay And you do not have to get extra batteries at all,just a Power Bank,Connected by the C port and the camera works;)
is the bad auto focus an issue for you?
Hey Omar. I've had the XS-10 for over a year, and have been extremely happy with it. I use it for everything from landscape and astro to street and macro. I had considered the XT-4 instead, but chose the XS-10 because of its smaller and lighter body (a big asset for travel, hiking and street); much better ergonomics; and the fact that it has most of the features of the XT-4 I most care about (eg, sensor, IBIS, flippy screen) for half the price. I've had no issue with the buttons/dials etc -- very easy to put anything you want immediate access to (including focus mode & eye detection) on any of a wide selection of customizable buttons.
Same here. Love xs10 so much
What lenses do you normally use with your XS-10 for street, landscape, etc... ?
@@georgealberto1985 I have a bunch of lenses. I started with the 18-55, then added the 10-24, 16-80, and 70-300 (w/1.4x tc). I’ve also been adding a few fast primes for particular purposes, including a 13 f/1.4 for Astro; a 23 f/1.4 for Street; and a 33 f/1.4 for portraits and street. I recently upgraded to the X-H2, but still use the XS-10 regularly when a want a more compact camera.
Hey, I've read that you're still using your X-S10 nowadays. I'm planning to buy a camera, but I don't know which one to choose... I'm thinking about X-S10 too and A6400, but does Fuji have kinda good battery life or I have to buy some extra batteries or a powerbank or what's your opinion about all of this? I wanna use my gear mainly for landscapes, travel and street photography. Thanks for your answer and help! 😀✌️
@@sichiamogabor Yes, got the X-H2 late last year, but have kept the X-S10 as a second body, and still use it when I want a smaller and lighter body. Before I got the X-H2 I used the X-S10 for everything, including landscapes in Iceland and elsewhere, and was very happy with the results. It does have smaller batteries than the X-T4 and the new X-H2/S, but it is easy enough to carry a few spares if you anticipate extended shoots. I think the power bank option is mostly relevant if you are shooting in one place, rather than wandering around. I expect to keep and use the X-S10 for some time.
Note that there is much speculation that sometime in 2023 Fuji will release the next edition in the X-S series (presumably an X-S20?). The rumors suggest it might have the new 40mp sensor and better AF, but I don’t think anyone outside Fuji knows anything, including when any new model would be released.
I’ve been using mine for almost a year and I have no regrets about buying it. I think the IBIS could be better for video, I think the joystick and the screen hinge feel a little weak, but other than that it’s so good. The grip is great!! No complaints about photo and video quality other than I want 4K/60
Great for run and gun shooting too! I mostly use mine to take bts pics and vids for music videos and such, as well as vlogging.
I want to buy this one for travel photography and travel videos, Is it a good decision to buy this one in November 2022 ? Any other recommendations ? Help me out !
@@iamanujshukla I would say so
@@ZachariahConnor what ?
@@iamanujshukla I would recommend buying the x-s10
Literally just decided an hour ago that I was going to use my X-S10 for a portrait session today, an then you posted this haha well done.
I have this camera and love it! I use it for landscapes, macros and portraits. It is so ergonomic and comfortable. I have programmed the left button dial for ISO and the right dial for exposure compensation. I have owned many other Fujifilm cameras…XT2 and XH1, I prefer the X-S10. I am not a professional photographer so don’t need dual card slots. I do agree that the Q button would be better on the back and not the top as well as the bringing back the focus selector switch on the front.
Hi, been thinking getting it too. Which lens did you get? Was thinking about getting the 16-80 because I mostly wanna do toy photography, but using it too for trips.
@@Xeallous Hi, I have many lenses for the Fujifilm Xseries, I have the 16-80mm lens which is very sharp, but the 18-55 is also amazing for less dollars.
I accidentally hit the Q button on the X-H1 way too often. On the S10, it's either the Q or the film button, but I like the Q a bit out of reach of my big thumb.
I love my X-S10 but I think all your points about it, negative and positive, are very fair. I think it's a camera you need to spend quite a bit of time with so that you can customize it to your liking. I now have the left top dial set to ISO and the AEL button set to switch focus modes. That makes it a little more like other Fuji cameras. I completely agree with the shutter setting switching dials though. That is weird and not user-friendly at all. Thankfully, I don't shoot in shutter priority too often. Overall, I think it's a great camera, especially for those new to the Fuji ecosystem because PASM does not feel strange at all. The ergonomics, IBIS, quick video switching and price are a winning combo.
Hey ! I have been watching a lot of Fuji camera reviews lately, and yours is truly great ! Both relevant and joyful review !
Ive had an XS10 since October and I absolutely love it. For me the XT30 and XT3 were just not what I wanted but the XT4 was just too expensive for me. While it indeed isnt a typical Fujifilm camera its great for what I want
now it's exactly the same price
@@PoorAlchemist where?
I'm planning on buying my first fujifilm camera and I'm kinda torn between this one and xt30 ii but was actually leaning towards this one more but I came across a video that says overheating is really bad with this camera. Any thoughts?
@@heyjeon1840 I can't remember my camera ever overheating during usage. I've photographed frequent 8 fps shots in 30+ degrees Celcius / 86 degrees Fahrenheit which I think is more than what most people do on average. Note, it does get warm with those temperatures, but i can't remember if it ever slowed down or stopped working. There might possibly be more overheating issues in video mode, it does seem to easily get warm when recording video. However I barely take videos with it so I think that unless you want to take frequent videos or use it in a really warm climate you should be okay.
@@treinenliefde how about the battery usage? I live in the Philippines so it's really warm here. I'm gonna be using it on our business and travel mainly for photos. But I would like to use it for taking videos as well. Although I don't think it would be long videos
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I'm sure the X-S10 is a great camera and one I wouldn't mind owning but as a 10 year Fuji X shooter the only major complaint I have with fuji is that there is never any consistency with button placements and sometimes dials and switches.
I recently went back to Nikon but in the Z system and They got it right with buttons and controls with all their cameras so far. I can use any FX Z body and not lose a step where with my six remaining Fuji cameras I have to re-adjust my muscle memory when switching between bodies. There is always some buttons that are opposite from the last camera... and yes, the AF is WAY better and snappier on the Nikon Z in my experience.
Nikon just needs a couple more iterations of their DX Z bodies and a couple more XF like lenses and they will start taking some of that Fuji marketshare. Although Fuji is still king of the APS-C, they should be worried going forward if they don't address their mix bag of controls and [today's] sub-par AF.
Would you recommend the Nikon Z50 over this camera? I'm torn between the two. I've always used Nikon, but the lack of IBIS and the current lenses make the X-S10 very tempting.
@@Szili0 I would actually recommend the Z5 unless you need a non-IBIS APS-C sensor at 20Mp. Either way at the about same price or less you can have a mount that will take every Z lens and every F mount lens [via the FTZ], and in the Z5 you have an IBIS FX sensor that in my experience is a very under-rated camera.
@@artsilva Thanks for your quick reply and your kind input! I am afraid the Z5 is out of my budget and I'd prefer the more compact weight and form factor of an APS-C over a FF for travelling and hiking. Meanwhile I've found a store where I live where I can test both cameras in person. Thanks for your reply!
@@Szili0 here is what you got to think about; Brand new the Z50 is basically $1k, the Z5 is $1300. {keep notice of specials, I got mine for $1100, that's including the FTZ]. So for $300 more you are getting IBIS, FX at 24Mp vs. 20Mp on the DX sensor, dual SD slots and more robust button ergonomics control.
I did Nikon (DSLR) DX, Sony crop (APS-C) and Fuji crop since digital cameras hit the market and the Z5 is allowing me to use every part of my F lens optics.
Just don't buy and regret later if you get the Z50 because that camera might be a low demand model and/or not hold its value for much longer, if at all incase you decide to upgrade later.
Which Fuji did you have before getting your Z5? Do you notice much of an IQ difference?
I’ve had the X-S10 for 18 months and it’s amazing. The only things I would change is weather resistance (just for confidence) and I would rather have the traditional dials. The grip is great and so easy to hold and the form factor is awesome. I may get the XH2 depending on the form factor.
So basically you don't like the X-S10 😂😂😂
X-S10 plus dials & WR =X-H1. I hear the x-H2s will be the X-S10 on major steroids.
I reassigned the ISO for the focus mode switch. And made the left top dial to be my ISO. Love the fact that Fuji made this camera customizable so it can be like your classic Fuji or your PSAM style camera.
I’ve owned the X-S10 for about six months, and had ambivalent feelings about it. I used it very little because it was just a backup to my X-T4. But, recently my X-T4 became unavailable, so I’ve been using the X-S10 full time. Surprise! I really love it now!
As an old retired pro-emphasis on “old”-I’m always looking now for photo equipment that’s lighter and smaller. The X-S10 is both, and combined with the excellent, deep grip, it’s so much more comfortable for my old hands, especially on long shoots.
Control wise, using the camera more has really helped my muscle memory, to the point that now this PASM control setup doesn’t bother me at all. I found one of the keys for me was to program the left control dial to control the MCS focus mode. It’s just as easy now to change this function as it is on the X-T4.
Overall, I think when my X-T4 is returned, I’ll still choose to use the S-X10 most often unless the weather is miserable. It’s a great camera!
Great review; balanced, candid, and still you managed to convey the joy it brought. Joy is probably the final litmus. Enough joy delivered, and many of the annoyances a product has will be forgiven.
I love how you quickly mentioned your family leaving you behind when you take photos. “They don’t care about my photography...”🤣 Same situation for me too!
Good video! Fun too :-) Well, I've got the X-S10 for a few years now, about 12000 clicks at the moment, and I agree with some of your remarks: the IBIS is great, its size and weight, the massive grip (Why don't they put it on a X-T5???), the built quality. The tilting screen is just MEGA, even the X-T5 should have it. And yes, as you found out, if you don't use it you can "close' it and it's protected. How genius is that!? The Q button can be programmed where you want it, idem for the switch between Single and Continuous Focus, so that's no issue. A pity that it's not WR of course, but I've noticed that it's doesn't mind a bit of rain. But at the end of the vid you really are getting VERY finicky: these buttons are too flush, that joy stick is too small (while it does a perfect job!), etc etc. But I get your "problem": if the buttons always are on the same place, you can use them with the eyes closed, and it's frustrating when you don't find them where they "should" be. But on the other hand, the positions of these buttons do not impact the quality of the images taken. So don't lose your perspective here. A good remark though, was about the cramped EVF. I've had a X-H1 in the past for some time, and god I loved that EVF! I wear spectacles, so my eye can't be as close to the EVF as it should be. On the X-H1 that was never an issue: I could see everything the EVF projected in one blink of an eye. But with the cramped EVF on the X-S10 it's like I'm watching through a narrow tunnel, so I've got to move literally my head to see if my framing is OK. For a while I wanted to buy the X-T5, you know, IBIS, WR, the best EVF you can find, faster everything... but at the moment I lose too much money selling the X-S10 (second hand price is max 2/3 of new!) So I decided to keep the X-S10. And now that I've discovered the 27mm f2.8mm WR pancake lense it's for sure become a keeper! Because for a while now I was looking into buying an X100V, or even the VI. But I discovered that the combi X-S10 + 27mm F2.8 WR is almost exactly the same size and dimensions! And for much less money! And with a bigger grip, and a better flip screen. You see? The X-S10 is simply one of the best camera's they ever made. Just ignore the "strange" layout of the buttons and focus on its fantastic qualities! Good choice, Mo !
Love the XS-10. Size, weight and ergonomics are better than the XT-4 for street and travel, and with the same sensor and processor. Buttons and interface are all fine. Lack of weather-sealing the main weakness.
Why do so many prefer smaller cameras I’d rather have a larger body to hold the little dainty cameras coming out today feel and look cheap and are much harder to hold is a pound really all that much more for weight
I was somewhat ambivalent about the X-S10 when I first bought it, but liked it much better after using it awhile. One thing I liked immediately was the grip. I didn’t have to buy a metal hand grip to provide a secure hold, as I have with all my other Fuji cameras. I never understood why Fuji used such skimpy grips. I agree the placement of the Q button is awkward. I programmed the AF-ON button to be the Q button and use the marked Q button for something else (and for the in-camera RAW processing where it remains linked). I also programmed the AEL button as the ISO button and use the marked ISO button for White Balance. I don’t use the red REC button, so I reprogrammed it to Photometry. I too miss the little Focus Mode dial, but putting Focus Mode in the Q Menu makes it easy enough to change. I do think the camera could have used a couple more programmable buttons. As for the joystick, the joysticks on Fuji cameras worried me initially since they seemed fragile. But none of mine have broken, and I actually find them easier and faster to use than the flatter type of joystick (joypad?) on other camera brands. I wholly agree that the flat Menu and Back buttons are a terrible design choice. I was unable to find them by touch, so I bought a set of adhesive enamel red dots from Eyelet Outlet and put one of the medium-sized ones on the Back button, where it fits exactly and has stayed on the camera. This enables me to find the Back button by feel, and since I know the Menu button is directly above it, I can find that one by feel too. I added a SmallRig base plate because I like having an Arca-Swiss base for tripod use. It also adds some height to the grip. With these modifications, I have a very useful, not too bulky camera that produces excellent images. It’s a lot of camera for the price.
The buttons are easy to reprogram for sure. You can also assign 4 ADDITIONAL COMMANDS on the rear screen as well. I never owned. I find the speed of the joystick very fast and easy to find, so no problem vs. the dial toggle approach which I had on Sony.
@@Festvangelist Yes, screen gestures are available, but I have found the implementation to be poor. When I tried them, I found that half the time, when I tried to select an autofocus point, I would trigger a gesture - because my finger would slide a tiny bit. So I think the gestures as designed are too small. If each gesture required a 2" length of travel, that would work beautifully.
I've had my X-S10 for about 17 months now and I love it. It's my first 'real' camera and I think, like many others have said, that it's the perfect gateway into the Fuji world. My only real complain is the lack of weather sealing. If they ever release a successor I hope they will add that. Though I do also agree with the other negative points that you brought up.
edit: One more thing I want to mention is that I think they should have made the blank dial on the left the ISO dial and the ISO button the film simulation button. That's what I have them set as and this makes the camera SO much nicer to use. I don't know why Fuji didn't make that the default.
Hi! I'm planning on buying my first fujifilm camera and I'm kinda torn between this one and xt30 ii but was actually leaning towards this one more but I came across a video that says overheating and fast draining battery is really bad with this camera. Any thoughts?
I love mine for it's size-quality-fun ratio!
IBIS, 4:2:2 10-bit externally, grip (!), customizable dials, tilt screen...
This little beast was made to not be a distraction when creating art!
Totally agree!! 👍👍
Sold my X-T3 for the X-S10 and i’m glad i switched. I am just a casual user and it fits all my needs.
I’ve got a X-T3 but looking at doing the same. Are you still happy with your decision?
Greetings from Germany. My 2nd time watching your x-s10 videos.
I’m now in Fujifilm purgatory. I went from the x-t20 to the x-s10 and loved the change. The ‘dials and buttons everywhere’ was daunting at first. So I set up my x-s10 to easily give me the stuff I actually used. Last week I bought my first “BIG” Fuji camera, the x-h1, for a good price. It IS BIG! I wouldn’t trust my hand strap on it, nor do I need one. I love getting back to the world of dials and buttons. However, there is no easy way to ‘cancel’ all settings and pop into full (help! Save me!) auto mode like the PASM dial can do. (I messed up a spontaneous portrait shoot directly after a macro shoot:).
PROS, besides grip and IBIS is easy focus mode again, viewfinder, and I find the photos are better (but they shouldn’t be). Today I discovered that the x-h1 has a ‘linear focus’ option!!! Now my lenses focus like vintage lenses in manual mode!!! (Left=closer, right=further away, basta).
AMAZING low-light performance.
CONS:
The dials are stiff (but this x-h1 is used).
I love the flip-out screen and miss it here dearly.
It EATS batteries!!!!
I can leave the house with a full battery and a prayer on the x-s10 but won’t even think of doing that with the H1. 3 battery minimum, I say. No wonder the power grip comes WITH the H1 as a kit. It’s almost useless without at least the extra batteries.
It’s heavy as is. Battery grip is better but heavier. (May need a bigger tripod:)
Bottom line: The x-s10 for ease of use, the x-h1 for learning and passing on to your grandkids along with your mother’s cast-iron cookware.
I plan to leave my x-s10 on the shelf for 2 full weeks before picking it up again, just to truly feel the difference.
Side note: I think the “s” that Fuji is using denotes the style of the X-S10, thus the X-H2S has that grip and the PASM, plus instant movie button etc.
The guys at Fuji should come out with the X-H2, no ’s’ which brings back the dials of the X-H1.
Thanks for all you do for us.
im very happy with my XS10 paired with the 10-24 for architecture photography. the grip is great for larger lenses
Wow, am planning to have this Setup too. Would you recommend this for a first-time Fuji user?
@@timlim21 yes!!!
@@sergiom.1714 thanks for the reply, Sergio!
Really useful review. I’ve been thinking of grabbing one as a way to get back into the Fujifilm X system. The tough call is the fact that it’s priced similarly to FFs like the Nikon Z5 and Z6. Thanks.
I bought mine for an European trip. People have said my photos look like postcards. I think it takes awesome photos. My only complain is the battery. You can carry a couple to mitigate that.
It's been one year since I bought it and it's so good, I used it for street / travel photo while doing my student exchange I love it, small but yet very capable and nice to use !! There is few little thing that I find weird like the fact that we cannot program the dial for ISO or the flush buttons but overall, I really recommend it !
I believe the left shoulder dial (above the X-S10 branding) can be programmed for ISO!
I sold some of my MicroFourThirds gear to get this Camera and the 23, 35 and 50 f2 lenses. I was pleasantly surprised with the ISO performance. I also love the Standard Provia colors. It went so far that I stayed with those colors instead of feeling the need to colorgrade or use presets. With my MicroFourThirds images I was never really satisfied with the colors. I can also get great SOOC images in black and white. Love that! It is also great playing around with the jpeg recipes. I don’t like editing photos in LR or PS that much. I rather prefer the photography than the post production. So I am pretty happy for now.
I had my 100v and A7iii stolen recently and it was a great opportunity to re-assess and the X-S10 was perfect!!! I went in aiming for the T30ii but after holding the X-S10 with its grip it utterly destroyed the filmic dials look I thought I wanted. The V was cool, but it started feeling a bit “toyey” and I having the X-S10 flexibility and its specs replace the A7iii prowess. My ONE COMPLAINT? The damn power button!!!!!!!!
I am hoping future Fuji cameras in general have better auto focus, especially focus tracking as they seem to be falling behind the competition
Amazing camera!
I actually started my Filmmaking journey through your channel with the xt30 and finally upgraded this year.
Even though its lacking in comparison to the xt4.. that small form factor and the possibility to add an atomos ninja V sold me!!
Love seeing that your sense of humor is well and Alive 🤣🤣 keep rockin' Omar 👍
If Fujifilm made a model which took this control scheme, added weather sealing and the better battery - I think that would be an interesting prospect. I'd love to know how many people have switched to Fujifilm because the X-S10 has that more familiar control scheme (for those coming from other manufacturers). So basically an X-T4 but with the PASM layout and decent grip. Perhaps it's too late now and this would overlap too much with the upcoming X-H2 (assuming there's going to be a more affordable version with 26-ish MP). Then again, Fujifilm make so many camera models, what difference would an extra one make! 😉
It definitely needs to be WR. I got some sea water splashes on mine and the joystick went haywire with the AF point scrolling across the display uncontrollably. Took some resolve to dry it out and work the joystick control to rub the contacts clean. Seems to have recovered, but honestly for the very minor splashes it got I was astonished at how easily the joystick control was affected. Lesson learnt and now I'm completely paranoid about water and dust ingress!
Thanks for this. Just picked up a used x-s10 to begin my Fuji journey. Coming from Sony, I think I’ll be just fine. Jazzed to get shooting!
I have the camera since the beginning and love it. But sometimes i do wish it had weather resistance or 4K/60. The grip is great and I hope they include the grip in all of their future camera's, as I don't like the grip on the XT series.
Hey, you can press the joystick to zoom in while focusing. That's by default.
Yeah but, me for example, I prefer to press it to change my type of focus between zone and single point. Then, with my settings, I don't have any button left for zooming in.
With a clickable dial or 2, the MCS mode in front and maybe 1 more programmable button, this camera would have gone from great to trully great imo. But none of this are dealbreakers for me. And most of the intended audience, think.
X-S10 is a gateway drug for Fujifilm. I used to shoot RAW, aperture priority, autofocus. Now prefer film sims, manual exposure & focus. Certainly rely routinely on IBIS, grip, flip screen, joystick & back button autofocus when needed. Haven’t even tried birds in flight-kind of miss that.
Love my X-S10 and it's been eight months. I use it for making TH-cam videos, sometimes portrait shoots and landscapes when I am out in the wild
I switched from X-T30 to X-S10, and I also think missing drive mode switch is a huge pain. The way to get around this is to set back LCD sweep to control it directly. And similar to lots of the other things on X-S10 (PASM modes change dial default, for example), it just takes some muscle memory to get used to. I have no regret getting X-S10 because IBIS is a huge life quality improvement. However, you can't help but wonder why not just do a X-T40 with a slightly bigger body and put IBIS in? That plus an improved auto focus will be my perfect Fujifilm camera.
This is still the best channel for shoppers who are interested in practical ergonomics! And I have to say that the level of commenting here is extremely high, better than most channels and camera forums.
Hi Omar,
Many thanks for all your great videos. Inspired by your reviews, I got myself an X-T20, which truly is a little beauty. I've really enjoyed using it over the last year of so. I'm excited by the release of the new 40mp (!) X-H2 and am hoping you will get the chance to review it soon. If you do, it would be really great if you could have a good look at the noise in the shadow areas of the files, as this can be a problem with squidging gazillions of px onto a tiny chip. I'm not so interested in high ISO, where you would expect problems, but 'normal' range - which for me is 200-1600 ISO.
Thanks and best wishes
Stephen
I hope 1 day i can get this camera too...
Totally agree with everything. As soon as Fuji has another body with IBIS in the same price range with traditional Fuji layout, I will trade my X-S10. X-S10 was half the price of X-T4 when I got it. I just can't justify the cost.
Most folks don’t need super fast focus of the canon r5 or need a full frame camera so it all depends what you shoot and the focus even on your xt20 is more than adequate for most genres of photography
A body of XT30 + IBIS of XS10 is all I need, sad that XT30II didnt got it either
Great video, thanks Omar. I wish all cameras would adopt the Wheel/D-Pad 4-way combo selector format of Canon/Panny (Including Nikon lol)... so intuitive. Looking forward to the X-H2!
"your family left you behind again" HAHAHHA I FELT THAT!!
and then after the trip they bombard you requests to fininsh editing so they can upload their profile pictures 🙄
Yes, the X-S10 had pains, like the no aperture in shutter priority mode. I have an x-h1 and BOTH have that great grip, BTW.
Just had my hands on the X-H2s for 5 seconds. For feel, I like the s10. Kinda like having a compact car but it's a Mercedes:)
TIP: Set logical swipe motions.
Left towards the missing focus mode dial =focus modes
UP towards EVF = face detection (or use little button next to EV)
DOWN towards tripod mount =IBIS on-off
RIGHT = Film sims (perhaps)
When I'm using EVF, I can swipe, then change these settings with joy stick easily
The X-H1 has SEVEN custom settings spaces. The X-S10 has only FOUR. However EVERYTHING the camera is set to can be stored under a single custom setting.
Flying birds? C1 baby! Shutter speed, burst mode, continuous focus, custom AF-C mode setting, jpg only, electronic shutter, auto ISO 3, film sim if I wanted; all ready to go with a simple switch to C1. Can't do that with my fancy X-H1.
Wonder what the new X-H2s does with it's SEVEN custom modes?
Breaking news: The X-S10 will soon be able to use the 2 new Fuji lenses:) Would LOVE an 18-140mm PZ
Currently using my iPhone lol thinking about buying a Fujifilm for street photography and mayyyyyybe some vlogging, but I still have my phone for that… I don’t even have a fujifilm and I subbed because you are really entertaining lol
If Fuji would provide a firmware update allowing general subject tracking in video the XS10 would be an absolute beast. I wonder if there's some limitation -- like a processing power limitation -- that is preventing them from doing so.
There is some weird inconsistencies between some of their cameras. Regarding autofocus I’m with you it’s not at the level of the big players (mirrorlessy speaking of course) but concerning the AF inconsistency between the Fuji lenses don’t forget that the old lenses were made for the old bodies. The actual technology is totally different than 10 years ago. Just look at an X-Pro 1 vs X-Pro 3 ;-)
Amazing camera. Shoot all my channel cooking videos with it.
lol last few seconds of this video were great
I initially regretted getting mine, but I have really fell in love with this camera for portraits.
Thank you so much for this detailed and awesome review, I really love your work! I'm just planning to buy a camera, but I don't know which to choose. I'm thinking about X-S10, but I read like a ton of times,that it's battery life is really not the best and the other camera is the Sony A6400 I would only use it for landscape, travel and street photography. What's your opinion about this or could you recommend something else? Thank you so much for your time and help!😀✌️
I always get left behind too 😟 I have so many photos of my husband walking off into the far distance...
I’ve had the X-S10 for a year now, and have grown to love it. I use it primarily for wildlife, and especially video. I’ve got the good old X-T20 for every other kind of outing. A tip on the focus switch-I have my left top dial set to changing focus modes. It’s accessible whenever you’re shooting all manual setting, so that’s one thing to keep in mind. Keep the camera, Moe!!! Great video! Glad to hear your liking for it has changed over some time.
Yeah, I thought about putting the focus modes on the left dial as well. It's a shame to have to use it that way - I'd prefer to use it for ISO.
Good idea. I had a “C#” setting devoted to. AF-C, though your idea is better.
@@stephenschmid492 That would have been a good use case too. One thing I wish was that they made the rear dial built into the body, so that way they could implement a push function like on the X-T cameras. I would set that to ISO in a heart beat.
@@TheJonaGaze I've been looking at the X-S10 and the X-T30 ii. On the X-S10, I like the grip and the IBIS better, but the way I shoot, I just want the easier ability to adjust more things, so I'm going with the X-T30 ii. I'm not crazy about the buttons on the back of the X-S10 that are flush with the camera, either. For the LCD screen, both have problems for me. I would prefer the 3-way articulation like the X-T3.
@@stephenschmid492Hi! I'm planning on buying my first fujifilm camera and I'm kinda torn between this one and xt30 ii but was actually leaning towards this one more but I came across a video that says overheating and fast draining battery is really bad with this camera. Any thoughts?
I had the same complaints as you. I ended up sending it back. I think Fuji needs to bring the D pad back or make a better joystick.
Ok sir Im planning to buy this ....so which kit lens I should get......and specially I shoot videos ?
Hey, thank you for the overall review and feedback! As I am looking for a new camera, I struggle with my decision between the Fujifilm XT-3 and the Nikon ZFc. Till I saw this review. With a budget, I had in mind. I think this camera is just the perfect deal for me. What you commented isn't a deal-breaker for me. I think I can live with it as It is something similar to my Canon 6D. (Just that the Canon 6D is too heavy to carry around when you are on a family trip)!
Thanks again :) Awesome review! Looking forward to getting my hands on this camera!
Fuji has the best tree/branch detection autofocus 😅
Bought the X-S10 one year ago as my first mirrorless and I love it. Mainly for travel videos and it works great. Compact size with IBIS and Eterna… you cannot beat that! Imo the IBIS works really good with the XF18-55mm in video mode. Autofocus could be better, but it’s still acceptable. I never used Sony or canon, so I got no comparison 😅
X-S10 + 50mm f/2 is my walk-around combo. IBIS is a game changer for the little 50mm and the X-S10 body is more comfortable and lighter than the X-T4
You are one of the craziest camera reviewers I've watched on TH-cam. Haha
I think your review here basically is a summary of what a Fujifilm X series user/fan would feel about the camera. The first and last Fujifilm camera I've owned was the HS20 which is far more "traditional" modern than the retro/vintage layout of the X series. I think this camera's design is perfect for someone like me who is considering getting a Fuji but don't have any experience with film cameras or any of the X series. If Canon only offers IBIS on a crop sensor mirrorless maybe I would stay in their camp...
Hey Omar, thanks for coming back for a follow up review. I'm considering getting the XS10 , moving from the Sony a7RII. Mainly due to the size (FF lenses are massive & heavy). I'm mostly going to use it for family travel photos, but I'm concerned that the AF won't be able to keep up with the toddlers.
I love my XS-10 and prefer the PASM over the typical Fuji controls. I do hope Fuji continues to keep an XS line of cameras as I buy more lenses and into the Fuji ecosystem. And agreed Fuji needs to update AF.
It was kind of a cool little camera, but I traded with a lens for a Z6
Hi Omar,
Great review! In late 2019, I got the XT-20 after watching many of your videos. Because of the lockdowns, I didn't get to use it much until now.
Recently, I shot over 7,000 images of kids in my daughter's school's sports activities.
The initial images were disappointing, because I had no idea how to operate the camera.
After studying a manual, I got much better results.
I hope to someday upgrade.
Looks like a great camera, but I'm happy with the tilt-screen and dials of my X-T2. Thanks Omar!
Fantastica fotocamera questa fujifilm X-S10 … la migliore in questo range di prezzo! Grande Fuji!👍🏻💪🏻📷📸
I am a proud Owner of this Camera, and it is my Favorite for Street and Portraits 👍
I have this camera. But I only use it if I know I’ll be doing a lot of video. For stills I still gravitate toward the x-t series.
If you own the XS10, like most people, it's your only camera. LOL! And you get used to all the buttons and dials so that they quickly and easily become muscle memory. So those negatives really aren't. LOVE mine. Great video!
This is my first Fujifilm camera after years of Nikons (use extensively D850 and D810) - i love XS-10 because of its weight, image stabilization, film simulation image quality and video.
Did you notice much of an IQ difference between the Nikons and X-S10?
Yeah, I agree with most of what you said!
For me, the grip is the biggest positive, for example, I prefer the 50-140 with my X-S10 than with my X-T4 or any big lense because of it. The feel is just amazing.
Another very good positive, often overlooked, is the custom settings on the PASM dial where you can program not only a custom fillm simulation but also almost any other settings (wich can be a little too much sometimes ) having not only a diifferent look but also a different way of shooting (you can even circumvent the lack of the MCS dial that way, for example, or get a setting for street, one for flash photography, one for video, one for night, etc. I think - but don't quote me one that - that you can even set 3 different ISO ranges for each custom setting) right at a turn of the dial.
Last, small but cool, positive: the pop up flash, very convient on that type of camera when you just wanna grab a quick shot... And I keep my main flash just for my A camera and don't need a second flash to take space in the bag (when/if i don't think I need one).
One the other side, one very big negative for me is the second top dial witch can be programmed, but is laggy, I use it as my exposure compensation dial but the experience is less than ok between the lack of any marking and the laggyness.
And the lack of programmable buttons is sometimes a lil bit frustrating (I changed the video dial into WB AND still regret a lot that you can't click the front and/or rear dial)
But overall, it's a small, lightweigth, high quality and very nice experience. I had it for a year before getting the X-T4 and i had a very cool time with it solo and then it became a very cool B cam. Of course it don't do all the things the X-T3 does but if you can forgive the lack of top dials and need IBIS it's a very strong package at a similar price.
Hi Omar, there is a dedicated shooting nodes button on the back (next to where you switch to reviewing photos) so 8t is actually fast to jump to burst mode. You do have to navigate to your selection, so it isn't quite as fast as a switch, but beats using the Q menu! Thanks for the reviews 👍
hi! Im looking for a camera for hiking and landscape photography. I would mostly do still photography, but considering making videos from my hikes as well. For me i think its between the X-t30, X-t3 or the X-s10. what would u get? love ur videos!
Ok, fun fact, I don't like the look of the xt series. No idea why people are so crazy about dials and film look cameras. Xs10 is my favorite looking fuji camera. No idea why but it feels like a photography camera. When you hold it, you want to take a snap🤣🤣. It feels so comfortable in the hands and with a lens its even easier to hold it. XT series are quite impractical for photography except the dials. I feel like people buy the XT series for mostly the look which is fine but you can't shoot a while day with XT4 as an example, your fingers will hurt especially if you hold the camera most of the time. For some reason I don't know why fuji decided to leave the 2 dials blank on the xs10. Come on man. Just stick some iso numbers in there and it would be the dream camera🤣🤣
Hi, I want to ask: on my X S-10, the rear scroll wheel is very tight (sometimes stops dead) and the "Rec" button makes a clicking sound. Is this normal for Fuji? Because before that I was using Canon and did not know such problems...
Fuji Face/Eye autofocus is pure crap. It jumps around all over. It finds and loses faces all the time. If the eyes are roughly central, it will jump from one eye to the other. Just for giggles, I took out my ancient, found in King Tut's tomb, D600 the other day. I got more in focus eyes than with the Fuji.
I still rock the aging X-Pro1 but the X-S10 has fast become my daily shooter. I must say, I'm not a big fan of the blank dials, but the amount of camera you get for the money is actually insane. It's an ultra capable video shooter too!
I'm torn between the XT30 II and XS-10. I'm really only concerned about the IBIS.
Now I'm asking myself a question:
Is the OIS in the XF 18-15 lens good enough to shoot handheld video or photos in the dark with the XT 30? Or should I buy the XS-10 right away?
The IBIS in the XS-10 is amazing, if not having all the classic fuji dials isn't a deal breaker go for the xs-10
It looks you are trying really hard to look for negatives. Still slow AF? Tell me which Fuji camera is faster than the X-S10? This video is supposed to be about the X-S10, not the whole Fuji system.
Confused… ;X-S10 only being an amateur-camera ? Thats what everyone say in reviews/youtube but thats confusing as its more or less a X-t4 which is praised as a top-of-the-line-mirrorless
I'm a digital creator looking for a camera for a home studio set up to shoot "talking head" videos, much like this video, for TH-cam, courses, etc. Would you recommend this camera for that?
i love this camera i got it brand new with 18-55 for 800usd:) issues: average battery but i have 3;) so ok, pros: to many:)
What do you think about the dynamic range on this one compared to canon RP+35mm f18 ?
I need a camera for team/group photos of basketball-teams and hockeyteams. No action photos
Nice commercial. Love your films. Have seen a thousands of them. You inspire me a lot. But it is commercial. Just ordered 1 Fuji xs10 :)
Hi Omar. I love yours videos man. Appreciated that you came back to this camera as most of youtubers forgotten it just after release... I have mine for almost a year as a first Fuji cam and I have to say that it is wonderful, versatile and reliable camera for hybrid shooters. I am starting with my YT channel using this cam and it is great (for sure AF could be better...).
I just saw your video, and saw that the autofocus is still slow. Does your favorite xt20 have a faster autofocus than the XS10? Wanted to get a camera with a good autofocus for shooting running pets
I am really curious about your thoughts on a X-H1 because they are seem to be a super good deal right now! IBIS and that older sensor that so many love seems like a winning combo
I wrote a bit about that above. I have the x-s10 and wanted to try a BIG Fuji so I bought the X-H1 used. The x-s10 was Fuji's first affordable IBIS camera. Now, at used prices, so is the X-H1 but it's a beast in comparison and battery life is worse. Was it worth the upgrade? So far, YES! but mileage WILL differ.
Your hands are too big for the camera 😂😂😂 kidding apart after one year of usage. It s a very customisable very ergonomic and very capable litre camera. I am truly missing the scm switch. And yes I wish it had antiflicker or 4k 60 10 bit internal. But lets not forget the price. Great value in my opinion. I purchased it for b-rolls but became my main content video camera. Take care Omar
This camera seems so weird to me. Why would Fuji drop all the features that make them unique? This is like their version of the Canon Rebel. Yawn.
I love my X-T3 but I’m thinking about jumping to the S10 solely for the IBIS
Good for photos, good for video on tripod, terrible hand held IBIS for video. Otherwise fine tool. I own S10.
I'm watching this on my X-S10.
youre so funny. but i agree, it keeps searching for face even there is no face on the screen 😆
3:44 "They don't care about your photography"
I felt that, and can confirm :D
I always appreciate your reviews so thanks. I'm looking to upgrade my fuji xt2 which I shoot a ton of youth sports and was wondering if this camera would be a good replacement? Ya I know there's an xt4 but money is money in 2022 (am I right). My daughter in volleyball and soccer so indoor and outdoor. Thank you