To add to the point above: > Are you shooting video or just high-res stills? That determines if you actually need those expensive cards. Actually, even for stills, that 40MP sensor generates massive files that can choke older UHS-I cards pretty fast. In my experience, you dont necessarily need V90 for photography, but a V60 is the absolute minimum I'd suggest to keep that buffer moving. I've used the Lexar Professional 1667x 128GB SDXC UHS-II V60 for a while now and it manages the data flow decently without costing a fortune. Since you mentioned the body feels small, the SmallRig L-Shape Grip for FUJIFILM X-T5 4136 is a total lifesaver for ergonomics. It adds just enough height for a full hand grip and honestly makes the camera feel way more secure. Also, since you're coming from an X-T2, remember your old batteries are totally different. You'll want at least one spare Fujifilm NP-W235 Li-ion Battery because that high-res EVF and IBIS drain power way faster than the old tech did.

I was in Kyoto last November with my X-T5 and learned a few things the hard way about that 40MP sensor and the body ergonomics. Since youre coming from the X-T2, the most jarring change is definitely how the grip feels shallower. To fix the handling without adding too much bulk for travel, heres what worked for my setup:

• Ergonomics: I tried the official fuji grip but settled on the SmallRig 4064 L-Shape Grip for Fujifilm X-T5. It costs around $40 and adds exactly enough height for your pinky to rest, plus the built-in Arca-Swiss plate is a lifesaver if you use a tripod at Fushimi Inari.
• Power: Your old X-T2 batteries wont fit. You need the Fujifilm NP-W235 Li-ion Battery. They have 2200mAh capacity which is way better than the old ones, but shooting 40MP files drains them faster than youd think. I usually carry three.
• Charging: Since you only get a cable in the box, get the Fujifilm BC-W235 Dual Battery Charger. It shows the percentage charge on a little screen which is super helpful when youre back at the hotel trying to prep for the next day.
• Storage: If you want to avoid buffer lag during bursts, look at the SanDisk Extreme Pro UHS-II V60 256GB. V90 is overkill for most stills, but V60 handles those 80MB uncompressed RAW files much better than the old UHS-I stuff you likely have. The total for those is roughly $280-$300... leaves you some cash for a good strap or some matcha in Kyoto. Honestly, the V60 cards are the sweet spot for price per gigabyte right now. V90 is mostly for high bitrate video anyway.

TL;DR: Pinpoint your usage needs first. Im happy with how my setup works, no complaints here. Are you shooting video or just high-res stills? That determines if you actually need those expensive cards.

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