Our In-Depth Review of the Fujifilm X-E5

View in Browser IN PARTNERSHIP WITH August 3rd, 2025 This week's highlights include more shared impressions on shooting with Sony's small but powerful RX1R, as well as our in-depth review of the Fujifilm X-E5. We also continued to expand on our intro to photography series with this week's entry explaining aperture. As always, thanks for being part of our community and supporting our work. - Ben Highlights Shooting experience: The Sony RX1R III in its element What better chance to develop a first impression of a camera than at a wedding reception? This is what we learned on our first time out with the RX1R III. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH AFTERSHOOT Edit Photos with Ease with Aftershoot's New AI Workflow Whether you're cleaning up an image, sorting thousands of selects, or applying your unique edits to galleries, Aftershoot now includes AI Retouching, alongside Culling and Editing. It's quick, seamless and built to fit your workflow, or stand alone. Try AI Retouching free until September. Get 15% off any plan with coupon code DPREVIEW15 at checkout.   Sony RX1R III sample gallery We've been carrying the RX1R III almost everywhere with us, the past week or so, to put together a gallery to show how it performs in the real world. Fujifilm X-E5 in-depth review The Fujifilm X-E5 is a capable camera with rangefinder styling, but pricing makes its story complicated. How long can you actually expect your camera to last? We all want our cameras to last as long as possible. But how long is that liable to be, and what are some of the ways they can fail? Fujifilm X-E5 production sample gallery See what kind of images Fujifilm's latest rangefinder-style camera produces. Un-interchangeable: Fixed-lens cameras are no substitute for mirrorless There are several fixed lens cameras that have developed cult followings. That should be a clue that they're not an inherently inferior option, just different. DPReview Intro to photography: What is Aperture? We break down aperture, its numbering system and how it affects your exposure. News Updates Fujifilm is trying to help its users understand its autofocus system The company is updating its help articles to make how its cameras work even clearer. Insta360 is getting into the drone game and is teasing a "world's first" The 360/action-cam company is launching a drone brand, teasing an accessible 360 drone. Adobe makes it easier to create composite photos in Photoshop Adobe has announced updates for Photoshop beta, aiming to simplify tasks like creating composites and removing objects. Tariff watch: Fujifilm cameras and lenses are now up to 15% more expensive The rumors are true: Fujifilm has increased prices for US customers by 10 to 15% because of tariffs. Canon offers free repairs for black EOS R50 cameras with mode dial issue Canon recently issued a notice for EOS R50 users, alerting them that the mode dial may have issues and offering free repair. DJI takes on the 360 action camera market with the Osmo 360 DJI has announced its first 360 camera, the Osmo 360, promising to elevate industry standards and offer greater flexibility for creators.   Further Reading   Tens of Thousands of Stunning Images by Photographer Bill Cunningham Acquired by New York Historical - Smithsonian Magazine AI-generated animals in fake surveillance videos are fooling the internet - Mashable Does this look like a real woman? AI model in Vogue raises concerns about beauty standards - BBC American Cinematographer's 2025 Rising Stars of Cinematography - American Cinematographer   What is the best way for beginners to learn photography? Starting out with photography can be very overwhelming. Here are some helpful and reliable resources as you begin your journey. Are you an American looking to buy a used camera from overseas? Do it quick. The de minimis exemptions that protected shipments under $800 from tariffs are ending. Dark spots in your photos? Here's what might be causing them Don't panic if you notice blurry spots in your photographs. You're likely dealing with sensor spots, a common problem for photographers. Canon says it could raise prices in the US again because of tariffs Canon has released its second-quarter and first-half financial results, revealing that it may increase prices for US customers a second time due to higher tariffs. Viltrox expands its Air series with a 15mm F1.7 lens for APS-C cameras Viltrox has released the AF 15mm F1.7 Air lens for Fujifilm, Sony and Nikon APS-C cameras. DPReview 276 5th Avenue, Suite 704 - 3126 New York, NY 10001 You received this email because you subscribed to the Digital Photography Review weekly newsletter.  Click here to forward to a friend. If you're new to this newsletter, you can subscribe here.  Unsubscribe | Advertise | Privacy Policy | Do Not Sell My Personal Information 2025 DPReview. All Rights Reserved.