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Alex Parker 
22nd February 2023

Fujifilm X-T5 is now available to hire

Fujfilm's X-T5 is a love letter to photographers. Lightweight and modern, there's also a sprinkling of nostalgia in its design. With a 40.2MP sensor making it the highest resolution APS-C sensor ever created, there's a whole lot to be excited about.

The X-T5 retains Fujifilm's classic dials, but there's nothing retro about this camera's internal components. Packed with features, the X-T5's subject tracking sees a significant upgrade from its predecessor, and an extra stop of in-body image stabilisation makes shooting handheld all the more viable.

One of the most popular features of Fujifilm's cameras has always been its film simulations, and this is another area where the X-T5 excels. Expect 19 simulation modes inside the X-T5, from the depth of Classic Neg to the high contrast of Velvia.

Fujifilm says: "X-T1 was originally released in 2014 to celebrate Fujifilm’s 80th anniversary. It would go on to lead a mirrorless camera revolution. Almost a decade and five generations later, Fujifilm’s latest imaging technology has come to X-T5, bringing photographers unrivalled image quality in a timeless, classic, and beloved camera body".

The Fujifilm X-T5 is available to hire now, so head to the booking page and treat yourself to an exciting new shooting experience.

https://www.hireacamera.com/products/HAC00-08448-fujifilm-x-t5-silver/

The Specs

Five generations of technological evolution
Fifth-generation X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor and X-Processor 5 bring the most advanced imaging technologies ever to X Series.

High resolution 40.2MP BSI imaging sensor
The high-resolution 40.2MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor has an enhanced image-processing algorithm that boosts resolution without compromising the signal-to-noise ratio, delivering astonishing image quality.

Twice the processing speed of X-Processor 4
AI processing, technology, next generation HEIF image file format and reduced power consumption.

Three top-plate dials
Three dials control ISO, shutter speed and exposure compensation from the camera’s top-plate. Together with the aperture ring on most XF lenses, all exposure settings can be checked and adjusted before powering on the camera. Create with confidence and concentrate on making an image.

Lightweight, high performance
X-T5 features a five-axis in-body image stabilisation (IBIS) system that provides up to 7.0 stops of compensation and a 3.69 million dot EVF with an 0.8x magnification ratio. Despite this, the camera body only weighs 557g (1.23lb). Dials and buttons provide easy operation, letting life’s most precious moments stand a chance of being documented to see another day.

Three-way tilting LCD
A three-way tilting LCD offers enhanced versatility, particularly when working at waist level or in portrait orientation. The combination of tilting LCD and centre viewfinder aligns the lens, camera, and photographer on the optical axis, for a more comfortable and intuitive image-making experience.

Film Simulations
19 Film Simulation modes inside of X-T5 digitally replicate the look of the classic photographic film stocks developed by Fujifilm for over 85 years. Reproduce the classic colours and tones that Fujifilm are known for, or add your own artistic flair.

ASTIA / SOFT
Based on FUJICHROME ASTIA, a reversal film designed for fashion portraits, this Film Simulation mode prioritises soft and faithful reproduction of skin tones, while also depicting vivid blue skies and greenery.

CLASSIC CHROME
This Film Simulation mode is designed to reproduce a look similar to documentary magazines of the 20th century. Its low-saturation and hard tonal gradation in shadows make it a perfect choice for documentary photography with a touch of realism.

CLASSIC Neg.
Based on SUPERIA, a colour negative film loved by generations of photographers, this Film Simulation mode provides high-contrast tonal gradation. It adds depth and definition to colours by adjusting their shades in highlights and shadows, while reducing saturation.

NOSTALGIC Neg.
Designed to recreate the look of images in old photo albums, NOSTALGIC Neg. produces images with rich colours in the shadows – and a soft tonality through the midtones and highlights.

ACROS
Based on ACROS, a monochrome film renowned for super-fine grain, this Film Simulation mode delivers rich shadow details and excellent sharpness, while still adding grain at high ISOs, and recreating the stunning textured feel of monochrome.

ETERNA / CINEMA
Based on ETERNA, a film designed for motion pictures, this Film Simulation mode minimises saturation to ensure no colour overpowers another. It provides extremely soft tonal gradation in highlights, and deep shadows to prevent clipping, reproducing a cinematic look.

PROVIA / STANDARD
Based on FUJICHROME PROVIA, a reversal film designed for professional use, this Film Simulation mode is great for all subject types, offering a neutral colour reproduction.

Velvia / VIVID
Based on FUJICHROME Velvia, an ultra-vivid reversal film designed for professionals, this Film Simulation mode provides richer and more high-contrast colours than the PROVIA/STANDARD. It is a favourite of landscape photographers.

White Balance
Fine adjustments can be made to Auto White Balance (AWB) by selecting one of three modes: Auto, White Priority and Ambience Priority. When set to White Priority, white is more likely to be reproduced as white under incandescent lighting. However, when Ambience Priority is set, scenes will be photographed with the natural lighting characteristics of the scene preseved. Under incandescent lighting, this will generally result in images with warmer white tones.

AWB driven by AI technology
New deep-learning AI technology optimises Auto White Balance performance in X-T5 by accurately identifying warm, orange-tinged colors to assist with the camera’s Auto White Balance accuracy.

Subject-detection autofocus
X-Processor 5 features subject-detection AF that is built using Deep-Learning AI Technology. In addition to providing incredible AF tracking and detection for human faces and eyes, X-T5 can now also automatically detect and track a broad range of subjects, which include animals, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, airplanes, and trains. This allows photographers to concentrate on composition and creativity, confident that X-T5 will track focus accurately.

Updated AF algorithm
X-T5’s higher pixel count increases the number of phase detection pixels, which improves AF-S focusing accuracy on subjects including landscapes and portraits. The camera also incorporates an improved AF prediction algorithm, newly developed for the X-H2S, enabling stable focusing even when using AF-C.

A World of Detail– 160MP Pixel Shift Multi-Shot
X-T5 features Pixel Shift Multi-Shot with the help of the Pixel Shift Combiner software, it can produce a single, ultra-high-resolution 160MP image with a single touch of the shutter button. Using in-body image stabilisation to shift the sensor by a half pixel between each frame, X-T5 precisely makes 20 frames to ensure every red, green, and blue pixel has the same information. The result is a final image with almost no false colours visible.

1/180,000 sec shutter speed
X-T5 has a maximum electronic shutter speed of 1/180,000, an increase of approximately 2.5 stops compared to other X Series cameras. Use it with wide apertures in extremely bright environments for more creative options, or to freeze action at the perfect moment.

ISO 125 standard sensitivity
X-Trans CMOS 5 HR has a more light-efficient pixel structure. ISO 125 – previously an extended sensitivity – is now available natively.

Supports HEIF image format
X-T5 supports the HEIF image format, which delivers 10-bit image quality in files up to 30% smaller than standard JPEGs. The next chapter in delivering high-quality results straight out of camera has officially begun for X Series.

Increased battery life
Thanks to the reduced power consumption of the X-Processor 5, the battery life for still images has been significantly increased from approximately 600 to 740 frames (in economy mode) compared to the X-T4.

Highly reliable, weather-resistant body
X-T5 features 56 weather-sealed points for high levels of dust and moisture resistance. It can also operate in temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F).

6.2K/30p 4:2:2 10-bit
6.2K movies can be recorded internally at 30p in 4:2:2 10-bit colour, delivering high-definition footage with rich colour detail.

F-Log2 support
In addition to F-Log, X-T5 also supports F-Log2, which records an expanded dynamic range of 13+ stops. This range is wider than current F-Log, broadening post-production potential.

RAW output via HDMI
When combined with an ATOMOS HDMI device, RAW video output from the X-T5 can be recorded as 12-bit Apple ProRes RAW at resolutions up to 6.2K and frame rates up to 29.97fps.

Dual SD card slots
X-T5 features dual SD card slots, both with UHS-II compatibility.