Which screen design for X-T5 would you prefer?

[Artem Holstov]

So Nikon have just released a teaser for Z9 and it has an X-T3-style dual-pivot screen mechanism!

https://www.dpreview.com/news/39058...ng-camera-will-have-dual-articulating-display

I wish Fujifilm just stuck to this screen design for X-T series. The fully rotating flip screen of X-T4 is not as convenient for photos - one of the reasons why I will skip X-T4.

Still, it makes sense, to have different options for different cameras of course. For example, the swivel screen could be more useful in X-H cameras, which are more video-centric. I also like the super-compact tilt screens used in small cameras, such as X100 and X-E series.

Which screen option would you prefer to see in the future X-T series cameras?

 

[tacogeoff]

Dual-pivot tilt screen (like in X-T3) would be ideal. But realistically its going to be the swivel style like the xt-4.

 

[EuronGreyjoy]

Dual-pivot tilt screen (like in X-T3) would be ideal. But realistically its going to be the swivel style like the xt-4.

I'm afraid you may be correct but then again Fuji surely must have heard about the massive online backlash and hate for the X-T4's flip screen?

 

[Artem Holstov]

Dual-pivot tilt screen (like in X-T3) would be ideal. But realistically its going to be the swivel style like the xt-4.

I'm afraid you may be correct but then again Fuji surely must have heard about the massive online backlash and hate for the X-T4's flip screen?

I hope that a change of course is still possible. Dual-pivot tilt would be ideal, but I would even prefer a single-pivot flip-forward one to a swivel design. I am hoping that since a video-centred X-H2 is coming, the swivel screen will be reserved to it and the X-S10 line.

 

[forest dream]

Weight of X-T5 more important. Worry Fujifilm increase camera body weight again.

Still feel X-T1 weight is better.

 

[SDPharm]

It baffles me that with all the engineering expertise these camera companies have, they could’nt come up with a satisfying solution. They could have either 1) a flippy screen that also swings out or, 2) an interchangeable screen options aka the old Hasselblad approach.

Failing the above, they can provide two submodels for select higher end camera models, one with a flippy screen and the other with a fully articulated screen.

 

[DarnGoodPhotos]

I wish Fuji had refined the X-T100's screen.

 

[jgbbxl]

The X-T5 should best go back to the X-T3 body. Shape, size, weight and screen: perfection.

 

[DarnGoodPhotos]

They could have either 1) a flippy screen that also swings out...

X-T100

 

[jhorse]

The X-T5 should best go back to the X-T3 body. Shape, size, weight and screen: perfection.

with IBIS.

 

[Guyps]

This will get interesting.:-D

I find the X-T3 screen perfect for me in my current use.

1. I do NOT want a screen that has to be swung out to the side to tilt up as it is off axis, makes the cameras width huge, and interferes with your left hand holding it.

2. I need it to tilt for portrait shots (I think the fully articulating could do this in an inverted way but awaiting someone to show how)

I'd personally like Fuji to keep the fully articulating screen on video focussed models like the X-H series and keep the X-T3 or similar screen design on the X-T5

I've had a fully articulating screen on a canon 60D and it spent most of its time folded away but that was because it was a DSLR with rubbish live view shooting so I couldn't really shoot from the screen. With the mirrorless, I often find myself shooting from the screen so need to be able to see it. I did use it a few times for self photos but with Apps today there is no need for that now.

I had an X-T20 for a couple of years before the X-T3. After a while wtth the X-T3 I also purchased an A7iii to try but going back to no portrait tilt was difficult. It's a bit of a game changer. That went back for a refund.

I'm interested to see what the A7iV comes up with this month. Rumours suggest that will have a FAS unfortunately. The Canon R6 looked very tempting until I saw the FAS.

If Fuji continue with the FAS path and I am forced to have one in the future I'll probably jump brands as the growing Fuji is not much smaller than the FF options out there.

I know people will probably counter all this stating the video market is growing and that even instagram have declared the future is in video etc BUT most of that video is from a phone/action cam and serious videographers will likely use an external monitor anyway.

Edit: just seen the Panasonic S1H voting option. Think that combines the best of both worlds but it is very chunky in their implementation of it

 

[Xaxoor]

how do you want to take a pic in portrait format very close to ground.... for example tree or a flower. you will see nothing. xt4 system is needed.

 

[Guyps]

how do you want to take a pic in portrait format very close to ground.... for example tree or a flower. you will see nothing. xt4 system is needed.

The XT3 screen tilts in portrait mode too. I often use it for taking low down portrait shots of my kids running around

 

[Tim van der Leeuw]

how do you want to take a pic in portrait format very close to ground.... for example tree or a flower. you will see nothing. xt4 system is needed.

Camera very close to the ground, can the X-T4 screen get out of the way enough that it doesn't force you to keep the camera off the ground more than you'd like to?

But still have the screen at a comfortable angle to view it?

With the X-T3 or X-H1 you can put the camera on the ground in portrait-mode and angle to screen so you can still view it comfortable from an angle.

I haven't used the X-T4 or X-S10 so I don't have first-hand experience but when the camera is on the ground in portrait mode, does the hinge get in the way to angle to screen comfortable? Or does the screen have to be flat on the ground / flat against the body?

 

[jgbbxl]

The X-T5 should best go back to the X-T3 body. Shape, size, weight and screen: perfection.

with IBIS.

Sure, add IBIS, and any other cpu / sensor upgrade that's in the pipeline.

But stick to the X-T2/X-T3 formfactor. X-T4 messed up the screen, became bigger and heavier. Not to mention more expensive, pushing it more into FF territory.

When I purchased my X-T3, the choice was relatively easy to make.

If I had to do it again today, between the X-T4 and the Nikon Z6 / Z6II, I'm not sure if I would end up in the Fuji camp to be honest.

 

[Truman Prevatt]

For my money, Fuji should put the Pro3 screen on the camera for those cases of using menus or reviewing images. For active use - build a robust communications subsystem supported by a top notch phone app so the screen can be removed to the phone for shooting in awkward situations. The phone display is going to be better than the camera display. With the phone display, it doesn't matter the position of the camera.

The would eliminate some size and weight to the camera as a side benefit.

 

[aerondight]

Dual-pivot tilt screen (like in X-T3) would be ideal. But realistically its going to be the swivel style like the xt-4.

and this is why i hope the X-T40 has the X-T3 pivot screen...

 

[forest dream]

Dual-pivot tilt screen (like in X-T3) would be ideal. But realistically its going to be the swivel style like the xt-4.

and this is why i hope the X-T40 has the X-T3 pivot screen...

X-T30 II show that X-T40 never coming due to Fujifilm didn't want hurt pricey X-T4 selling.

If rumored $2500 X-H2 get stacked sensor, Fujifilm can't put stacked sensor to cheaper X-Tx0 series.

May be future continue with X-T30 III.

 

[SDPharm]

They could have either 1) a flippy screen that also swings out...

X-T100

Interesting. I came to Fuji after the X-T100 came out and did not notice it’s screen configuration. I wonder why it did not catch on, or even prominently mentioned in conversations.

 

[forest dream]

They could have either 1) a flippy screen that also swings out...

X-T100

Interesting. I came to Fuji after the X-T100 came out and did not notice it’s screen configuration. I wonder why it did not catch on, or even prominently mentioned in conversations.

DPreview article mentioned : "The X-T100's LCD mechanism is one-of-a-kind and is as almost as clever as the one found on the Pentax K-1. It can tilt upward by about 120° and down by 45°. It can also flip out 180 degrees to the left and tilt in the same manner. Although it can't rotate a full 360° in this position, it should handle most situations with ease. The brackets and arms that make it all work feel sturdy, though they do add some weight to the body.".

https://dpreview.com/reviews/fujifilm-x-t100/3