Adorama deal gets you a free Fujifilm X-Half when you buy an X-T5 - yes, really

It's not every day you see deals on Fujifilm cameras, and it's even rarer to see 'freebies' like the one that Adorama is currently offering. Right now, you can actually claim a free Fujifilm X-Half camera when you buy a Fujifilm X-T5 bundle for $2,399 (was $2,499).

As originally reported by DPReview, this freebie is a little bizarre in the fact that it's only available with a black X-T5 and 16-80mm kit combination. Using any other color/lens combination, or body only, means you can't claim the X-Half.

The Fujifilm X-Half has proven to be a pretty divisive camera - which, alongside the X-T5's relatively advanced age, is probably why Adorama is throwing it in as a bundle. With that said, it's definitely an interesting freebie -and the X-T5 itself is $100 off right now as a seasonal bonus.

Get a free Fujifilm X-Half with an X-T5 at Adorama

Fujifilm X-T5 with 16-80mm lens and free Fujifilm X-Half: was $2,499 now $2,399 at Adorama
Adorama has just listed one of the most interesting Fujifilm deals I've seen in a long time. For a limited time, you can claim a free Fujifilm X-Half camera if you buy a black Fujifilm X-T5 with a 16-80mm kit lens. Interestingly, this is only specific with this specific color and kit lens bundle, so it's not eligible with the body-only option. Still, this is a fantastic little freebie alongside one of the best crop-sensor mirrorless cameras you can buy.

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I suspect that some photographers will baulk at this bundle, but I think it's one of the best Fujifilm deals I've seen in a long time. There's a small $100 price cut on the X-T5 right now, and the X-Half is still worth $649 bought new.

Yes, the X-Half is more of a novelty, but I actually think it's a great accompaniment to the X-T5. The X-T5 is perfect for 'serious' work, while the X-Half is more of a fun point-and-shoot that enables you to really stretch your legs creatively. You still get access to Fuji's excellent film simulations, as well as a unique 'film roll' mode and a tool for composing side-by-side diptychs. It's a cool and quirky option for a lightweight everyday camera, for sure.

And, the X-T5, of course, is a great choice by itself if you need a powerful hybrid camera that can handle both stills and video. Our Fujifilm X-T5 review showcases what the camera's 40.2MP APS-C sensor is capable of, with an in-depth overview of performance and features. Scoring an impressive four and a half stars out of five, the X-T5 is still a great choice - even three years after its initial release.