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@NeilArthurs 47 минут бұрын
Really wonderful video and fantastic examples shown!
@Left_Hand_Path Күн бұрын
Algorithm blessed me again. Great video, love the shots, the b roll, the information. Great job dude. Subbed!
@SamBugas 22 сағат бұрын
Hey thanks for the support 🤙🏻 feedback means everything! Happy to have you around 🤙🏻
@2and20 Күн бұрын
Great video. Keep it up 🎉
@SamBugas 22 сағат бұрын
Much appreciated 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻
@stanobert3475 Күн бұрын
I own both the Nikon Z8 and the X-T5, and I agree with you. I was also amazed with the Fuji X-T5 40 megapixel images. I used my Tamron 17-70mm 2.8 lens with the X-T5, but it didn't quite resolve the 40 megapixel images. I sold this lens and purchased Fuji's new 16-50mm 2.8-4.8 "kit" lens and I immediately noticed the improved sharpness, color, and contrast. The X-T5 requires Fuji's best lenses. I also prefer Fuji's jpegs to the Nikon's. I shoot both jpegs and Raw with my Nikons, but for most of my Fuji photos, the jpegs get the job done.
@SamBugas Күн бұрын
Super interesting experience with the lenses! I only have the 16-80mm f4 which I doubt resolves the 40mp very well, but to my eye, it’s plenty good enough. My plan with the Fuji, given that I also shoot with the Nikon, is to pretty much exclusively shoot with primes when I can afford them, and have the 16-80 be my “do everything” lens. I never end up using jpegs from either camera, but that’s only because of how I prefer my finished edits. The Fuji jpegs are stunning to say the least
@kokoshoko Күн бұрын
You shot with the Fuji raw or jepg ? I also have the xt5 , I build my raw on film simulator profiles . It’s amazing . What do u think about the autofocus firmware 7.00 ? Because the af became really sucks I hope the repair this in the next firmware ….
@SamBugas Күн бұрын
Hey! I shoot raw without film presets. I leave it all standard. I haven’t updated it in a long time so I can’t speak to the current update. Autofocus is perfectly fine for me right now 🤙🏻
@ChrisBrogan Күн бұрын
I picked up my first Fuji, an x100vi and immediately realized I wanted interchangeable lenses (this is just hobby). I sold it back and got the X-T5 and now I'm in heaven. Loved your points of view. Great snaps, too. Holy cats. I liked your point about being a sucker for brand. I get that. I like that you know that about yourself. And I think we all are to some level - even if we don't admit it.
@SamBugas Күн бұрын
The x100vi looks absolutely incredible. The one chance I had to play with it, I loved it, but it doesn’t really replace something like the Xt5. Glad to hear you found the right camera for you! Brand appreciation is in all of us, whether we admit it or not hahaha
@phuntshotenzin7934 2 күн бұрын
new subscriber here, nice review and like those Lungta flags in your place.
@SamBugas Күн бұрын
Thanks for joining and getting in touch! I’ve had the flags for years, but they’re wearing down quite a bit… thanks again!
@matthewryan9935 2 күн бұрын
Great video. Looking forward to more. Hope your channel grows.
@SamBugas Күн бұрын
Thank you! More to come, and I certainly hope it grows as well! You make it happen by reaching out and being kind, thank you!
@donnakeeley4531 2 күн бұрын
Love your video, well put together. As an XT2 user looking to upgrade it was awesome to see your journey through this camera. Hi from NZ
@SamBugas Күн бұрын
Heyyy, thanks for the feedback 🤙🏻 the X-T2 is so dang good for so many reasons. It is a notable jump to the X-T5/other new models though. Let me know if I can help answer any questions as you look at upgrading. Cheers to NZ 🤙🏻
@Racsophoto 2 күн бұрын
Nice video. Congratulations. I’m a xpro3 owner and I’m thinking about the xt5. I do know why I like Fujifilm but when I do see people creating great work as you, I would like to know a bit more about how those images were taken aside saying that “… I don’t know what it is but just like the Fujifilm look”. For me is the same as people talking about the “Leica look”. It’s like you took it out of the box and used Provia/Std straight profile? You shot jpeg or raw? You edited or are this SOOC? Do you use film simulations? Just for helping me understanding better how you got those wonderful pictures even if l do know how to capture on my camera those pictures that please me. I really enjoyed the video and is nice to see someone pushing up the xt5 on times others are trashing the brand around bad firmware updates.
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
Great points Oscar and thank you for calling attention to that. I shoot raw, standard profile, no film simulations or anything special. I believe Fuji has a way of rendering colors that is very pleasing and that is the Fuji look to me. I do not understand camera technology enough to explain how this happens, but I do know that each camera company has different colors that are emphasized or rendered in a more pleasing way even on normal raw files. I also agree that Leica files are incredible, and it boils down to color cast and contrast (in my opinion). I will try to explain this more clearly moving forward. Thanks again for chiming in and watching! The xt5 is an incredible camera, and I agree, there’s been way too many videos bashing it, likely just so they can get views. Cheers 🤙🏻
@Racsophoto Күн бұрын
@@SamBugas thank you 🙏
@WhiskeyTangoFoxtraught 2 күн бұрын
The Fuji Film & Z8 workflow comment was very important for me to know, thank you.
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
Glad it was useful! Niche considerations, but important when they fit you!
@MARKLINMAN1 3 күн бұрын
Sold my X=PRO 3 and have been shooting my XT-5 EXCLUSIVELY! Amazing camera for its size.
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
I’d love to try the X-Pro line, but having the xt5 just makes it hard to justify, especially when it’s so great to use!
@TopshelfJunior 3 күн бұрын
I love mine...but haven't been shooting it much. I need to get back on it !
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
It’s a life long pursuit!
@Micardi12 3 күн бұрын
What lens(s) did you use? The older 16mm & 35mm 1.4s in particular are praised for their ‘character’ and Fuji ‘look.’ Any experience with those?
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
I’d love to use those! I only have the 16-80 which doesn’t have that same character. The camera has enough straight away, though, so I can only imagine when I put some legacy glass on there 🤙🏻
@Micardi12 2 күн бұрын
@@SamBugas beautful results can happen, even though not on ’The List” of lenses that fully resolve 40mp. JerredZ has a wonderful video about using the old 35mm on the X-T5.
@SamBugas Күн бұрын
@@Micardi12 Absolutely! I have never cared about sharpness at all. One of my most used lenses on my Nikon Z8 is a 50 year old film lens that I adapted. It's soft as all get out, and yet it fits me perfectly. I would love to play with that 35mm 1.4, I've heard nothing but great things. Character matters more than clinical 10/10 times.
@kaykayes86 Күн бұрын
The 16-80 is an absolute beast for travelling - had the chance to pick up a very sharp one, can't reproduce this Micro - / Contrasts, Sharpness & special look with other Zoom Lenses ♥️
@TheVeryTheWellTheSaid 3 күн бұрын
I resonate with your thoughts on most cameras of today's day and age being capable enough to narrate stories how you want to. I own an XE-4, one of the cheaper models that Fuji makes, because I felt it was sufficient for me. All of the fancy features just fade away when you're in the moment, documenting what's around you. Great video! Kudos 🙌
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
Love the insight 🤙🏻 The XE4 looks incredible. Shooting experience and fun factor are so important in fostering creativity
@BadlonMondo 3 күн бұрын
Great! Very inspiring! Only wish there more pictures
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
Thank you and absolutely fair. In truth, much of my work from this trip was commercial and I am not allowed to share it. Eventually I’ll share it on here!
@robertoposa1120 3 күн бұрын
Very beautiful photos and very honest statement - mew subscriber 😀
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
Happy to have you here Robert! Thanks for the support!
@roguesodyssey 3 күн бұрын
I love mine too! What are some of your favorite lenses? Your trek through Peru looked amazing!
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
It was an incredible trek. I still think about it most of each day hahaha. I only have the 16-80mm for the Fuji as of now. I’ll make a video on it at some point
@msturi2002 3 күн бұрын
Beautiful photos!
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
Thank you!!
@andycollins5983 3 күн бұрын
Great video! I really enjoyed listening to this. Keep up the good work!
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
Thank you Andy!! Really appreciate the support!
@allenschneider1847 3 күн бұрын
A lot of people are bashing the auto focus on Fugi (including the xt5), especially compared to Canon and Sony. What has been your experience with Fugi AF?
@polskat6226 3 күн бұрын
I’d say a lot of the people bashing the autofocus are portrait photographers using eye detection and tracking whereas for landscape work etc then I’d hazard a guess you would use single point focus and wouldn’t see much of an issue as it works fantastically like that
@jessejayphotography 3 күн бұрын
I use an XH2S for wildlife. The AF is OK. Not top tier but not terrible. Let’s just say my hit rate has not impacted my experience. So I would say that is a success.
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
I am perfectly happy with it for eye tracking, landscapes, and slower paced adventure work. When I have wildlife or action sports like skiing, it gets harder to rely on. Still usable, but not competitive with other major brands (in those niche cases)
@TopshelfJunior 3 күн бұрын
Great images, and I can fully agree ! I had the same experience...it surprised me for sure.
@TopshelfJunior 3 күн бұрын
Oh yeah, SUBSCRIBED !
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
Much appreciated 🤙🏻 It’s just a beast for the size. Being so much fun to use, and so capable, makes it pretty dang unique
@ZeitouniJad 3 күн бұрын
Try the XH2s the stacked X trans sensor is a marvel
@jessejayphotography 3 күн бұрын
I moved from a R5 to XH2S and SX20 and love both.
@SamBugas 2 күн бұрын
I would love to! I had the XH2 a year ago and wished I had gotten the XH2S instead. Would be a great video cam. Only downside is the X-T5 is much smaller, making it ideal for my use case
@jangerdes4803 4 күн бұрын
Always looking for more landscape photographers with an XT-5. Great pictures and video
@SamBugas 3 күн бұрын
Happy to have you here! It’s not all street photographers shooting Fuji 🤙🏻🤣 I appreciate the support, and let me know if there’s ever anything you’d like me to focus on. If I can, I will!
@jangerdes4803 3 күн бұрын
@@SamBugas To be honest I think you should just keep on going regularly. The quality/input of your videos is astounding. I will be doing 2 Thru Hikes this summer so I was looking for a good video on what to bring and I found it on your channel. I think maybe a full on process from composition and taking the picture to editing would be quite interesting. Andy Mumford does this so well, if you watch some of his videos. Anyways keep on going and ill keep on watching!
@Poverello2001 5 күн бұрын
As a landscape an nature photographer, I love my ancient XT-2. I switched from Nikon to Fuji a few years ago and it was the best decision for me. Even though I shoot RAW and JPEG, for the most part, I use the JPEGs because they give me the look that I want from a photo.
@SamBugas 5 күн бұрын
Awesome! I know people still using the X-T2 for full professional work. It makes some really beautiful images 🤙🏻
@Sleepyboiwonder Күн бұрын
That was me as well with my old X-T2, until I started doing more street photography and needed faster AF. Went onto the X-H2!
@caleb.jacobson 5 күн бұрын
Welcome back to the Fuji gang 🤘
@SamBugas 4 күн бұрын
Happy to be here 🥸
@WidePhotographs 5 күн бұрын
From your experience, do you feel the xt5 is very bad at low light photos or they are good enough to not worry about? I know full frame is better for low light photos but APSC smaller form factor and lower cost has me debating which of the two to go. Deciding between the xt5($1,699) paired with 35mm xf lens and a Nikon z6ii ($1,599) paired with the 26mm z lens.
@SamBugas 4 күн бұрын
Very bad? Not at all. It’s really quite good in low light. Usually, though, low light is much less about the camera than it is the lens. If you are getting the 35 f2 or 35 f1.4, you’ll have all the light you need for most situations. The Z6 would be distinctly “better”, but not in a way that makes a difference in most cases. Between the two, I’d probably get the X-T5 honestly. Also the 26 and the 35 aren’t going to be very comparable lenses as they have very different perspectives.
@WidePhotographs 4 күн бұрын
@@SamBugas I really want the all black XT5 but still unavailable for purchase. The silver color way is available but I will continue to patiently wait for the all black to come back into stock.
@SamBugas 4 күн бұрын
@@willguan7214hey Will! That’s not quite accurate. 26mm in full frame is equivalent to 17mm on apsc. A 35mm apsc is roughly 52mm in full frame, so the 26mm would be a much wider option.
@allenschneider1847 3 күн бұрын
There are a lot of videos bashing the Fugi (Xt5 included) auto focus. Most are saying the Fugi auto focus is way behind Sony and Canon. What is your experience with XT5 autofocus?
@SamBugas Күн бұрын
@@allenschneider1847 Hey Allen, great question. I would say that it's more than capable for loads of shooting situations. I am happy using it with people/people focused events, landscapes, slow action photography (climbing or mountaineering), and basic video projects. It doesn't compare to some of the newer stuff like the Nikon Z8, Canon R5, or latest Sony stuff, and if you are shooting wildlife or fast action like mountain bikes, skiing, etc... I would opt for one of those cams. To put it simply, it's good enough for most people and will not feel like it's in your way. For some people, though, it doesn't cut it. There is a reason I also have the Z8, and that's because I do shoot subjects at times that the Z8 is far better built to handle. Hope this helps!
@sandyconnell8629 5 күн бұрын
Lovely work, dude - I made a bunch of notes specific to my forthcoming trip while watching this and your Landscape Narrative video - you prompted loads of great ideas, loose ones and really specific ones. And I like how chilled out and considered your edits are -- it gives time to actually listen to what you're saying
@SamBugas 4 күн бұрын
Thanks Sandy! It’s so freaking cool to hear when someone gets something out of these videos, so thank you for letting me know! Also much appreciated on the edits. My last few videos have started to settle into a style so to speak, and I’m glad chilled out is a part of it haha. Just trying to do my own thing, and it means a lot to have your support 🤙🏻
@3mladen3 5 күн бұрын
Link for the bag please
@jamessim6925 5 күн бұрын
Great video Sam. I love my XT-5 as well. Would love to hear what lenses you shoot with in this system. Keep up the good work.
@SamBugas 5 күн бұрын
Hey James! Thanks so much for the support 🤙🏻 I just got my X-T5 and only have the 16-80 f4 at the moment. I absolutely love that lens for much of my work though. Next lens I plan to get is the viltrox 27mm f1.2. Not the normal small Fuji style haha, but it would be a blast for commercial work and certain creative work! I have an underwater housing for my Fuji and I think a bright prime would be fun for that kind of shooting
@RazeTheWeak 5 күн бұрын
Great video! I love love love my Sony A7R5, and I really enjoy using it for its autofocus, clinical sharpness, and flexibility. However, I do miss my XT5 from time to time for its compact size, ergonomics, and more filmic look.
@SamBugas 5 күн бұрын
Sounds like we have a very similar sentiment! It’s just a fun camera to use. My Z8 will be my first choice most of the time for all the same reasons, but I’m increasingly surprised when I have both of them on me how much I actually opt for the Fuji
@gohlinka2 8 күн бұрын
Very well said and shot, good work man! Glad that the algorithm took me here, subscribed:)
@SamBugas 7 күн бұрын
Hey thanks for the support! Stoked to have you here 🤙🏻
@johnchambers6272 8 күн бұрын
Fortunate to just come across your channel and have binged watched your other videos. Now subscribed for the great content and looking forward to more of your work. A bonus to have a NZ based photographer. Well done.
@SamBugas 8 күн бұрын
Hey thanks for joining John! Your support means a lot! Being in New Zealand certainly makes a photography channel feel more viable haha. Thanks again, and if there’s ever anything you’d like to see on here, don’t hesitate to reach out 🤙🏻
@dumspyrospero 9 күн бұрын
With no light photography simply doesnt exist! Great video Sam! I am looking forward to seeing more content like this <3
@SamBugas 9 күн бұрын
Agreed! Thanks for the support 🤙🏻 happy to have you around!
@melissam731 10 күн бұрын
Beautiful work!
@SamBugas 9 күн бұрын
Thank you Melissa! I really appreciate your support 😊🤙🏻
@csc-photo 10 күн бұрын
Need more of this on KZfaq! 👏🏻
@SamBugas 9 күн бұрын
Much appreciated! More on the way 🤙🏻
@JohnDoe-uq2gi 11 күн бұрын
Just subscribed. Im glad that you prioritized being in the moment with your dad than vlogging. The pictures you took came out excellent.
@SamBugas 11 күн бұрын
Hey thanks for joining! Glad to have you here. Much appreciated; it was hard to focus in, but I’m very happy with how everything came out
@flesnuk 11 күн бұрын
such a good video, somehow/strangely yt recommended me this and I'm glad it did. Nice photos, specially the first one with the seagull. I hope to see your channel grow, you really deserve more views!
@SamBugas 11 күн бұрын
Hey I'm certainly glad the algorithm brought you around! Thank you for the support! I'm in it for the long run, and I hope over time this community continues to grow! Never hesitate to let me know if you'd like to see anything different! Thanks!
@caleb.jacobson 12 күн бұрын
Cool to see a little peak at your editing! If only I learned how important lighting was sooner!
@SamBugas 12 күн бұрын
Haha you are great with light dude! My photos kind of live and die by it lately, which is often quite limiting, but it seems the more time I spend trying to shoot a certain way the more often I’m able to find the light I want to find. Editing has become a very fun part of the process for me.
@JuliaCirri-iu1rj 12 күн бұрын
Just started taking photos as a hobby with my husband and your videos have been helping us sooooo much! Thank you, sam 🎉
@SamBugas 12 күн бұрын
Julia this is the best kind of comment I could ever get! I’m so glad you two are getting into photography as (I’m biased) I believe it’s a perfect lifelong pursuit! Makes me so happy to know my stuff is helpful, and if you ever think of other questions you’d want me to make a video about, send them over! I always need ideas haha
@yussuftanbour4301 12 күн бұрын
i really love your work. Keep it up
@SamBugas 12 күн бұрын
Really kind of you to say that! Thanks for the support and I most definitely will! 🤙🏻
@phrinj 12 күн бұрын
The bird one is so good! Glad you got the video clip too. Real life pokemon snap 😂
@SamBugas 12 күн бұрын
Hahaha thanks man. That one is now hanging on my wall. Favorite photo in quite a while. I honestly feel like animals always look like Pokémon in photos. Get to see their behavior more
@jiggyb21 12 күн бұрын
Really good stuff in this one. Thanks man!
@SamBugas 12 күн бұрын
Heyyy, thanks for watching!! Glad you enjoyed and super stoked you let me know you liked it 😊
@maurom.8911 12 күн бұрын
Amazing Video! Congrats
@SamBugas 12 күн бұрын
Made my day! Thanks for the support 🤙🏻
@christianhaselhofer9265 12 күн бұрын
Great edits! I love seeing the process behind your images, excited for a full editing video!
@SamBugas 12 күн бұрын
Thanks buddy!
@ChucoHiker 15 күн бұрын
Love your lens selection. My go-to combo is a 70-300 and a 16-35. Alas, my 16-35 recently broke though, so I’ve been using a 16mm prime instead. One thing I never leave at home is my peak design capture clip! Mostly because it just stays on my backpack strap haha! I’d enjoy seeing a video on your hiking/backpacking kit Nice content, got my sub :)
@SamBugas 15 күн бұрын
Hey thanks for the feedback! 70-300 is a crazy versatile lens. Can’t go wrong there! I like a good 16mm prime too, but I find myself panicking when I can’t do some zooming haha. Peak design clip is a super nice piece of kit. I have a camera carry system that goes in my chest because the clip hurts my shoulders on long days, but the clip is still the most seamless option
@ChucoHiker 13 күн бұрын
@@SamBugas Are you using cotton carrier or something else? I’ve looked into that for larger lenses. I understand what you mean on not being able to zoom heh-heh. 16 can definitely be too wide. Looking forward to your next video!
@SamBugas 13 күн бұрын
@@ChucoHiker I use the hyperlite mountain gear camera pod (large size). It suits me better than anything else I’ve tried! New video coming out tomorrow :) Stoked to have you watching and reaching out!
@phrinj 17 күн бұрын
As I was watching this I was like why isn't this a vlog, and then you got around to it. That's cool you're learning what the limits are of juggling all those cameras. Maybe next time hand Dad one of the cameras and make him your vlogger lol
@SamBugas 17 күн бұрын
Hahaha he had full time duty as the model.
@phrinj 17 күн бұрын
I don't know if it's the mic, or your voice changed, but you sound great. By the way, I take full credit for this channel since I told you to make it. lol seriously though, impressed with your progress here already. I'll be at Dad's tomorrow. Love you
@SamBugas 17 күн бұрын
Thanks Kris! Credit where credits due haha. Love you too man, and miss you!
@fistfulloflenses 19 күн бұрын
Beautiful photography, beautiful location, great video
@SamBugas 18 күн бұрын
Much appreciated! This one was fun to make for sure. Thanks for your kindness!
@finnsanders5509 19 күн бұрын
This video made me subscribe immediately - which is really rare. The photography, the insights into your thoughts on composition, the tips, the cinematography - it was all on point. I even took notes. Thank you so much, and please keep up the good work :D
@SamBugas 19 күн бұрын
Jeez Finn that’s very kind! Stoked you’re here and definitely jazzed to try to stick to the high standard! I’m new to this so there’s sure to be ups, downs, and a persistent learning curve. If I can keep my thoughts in a row, I think we’ll all have a lot of fun with this 🤙🏻 always stoked on feedback, and again, thrilled to have you here!