Fujifilm X-T2 Review
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Our editorial take on the Fujifilm X-T2
The Fujifilm X-T2 emerged in 2016 as a flagship APS-C mirrorless body built for working photographers, and its reputation holds up. Reviewers consistently praise its responsive handling, extensive control customization, and robust build quality. The 24-megapixel X-Trans CMOS III sensor delivers excellent image quality, with low-light performance that rivals full-frame competitors according to night photography testing. The hybrid autofocus system with 325 points, combined with up to 14 fps burst shooting, gives it the speed needed for action and event work.
The control scheme earns particular acclaim. Physical dials, dual UHS-II card slots, weather-sealed magnesium construction, and a high-quality EVF with a boost mode make the X-T2 a serious tool for professionals. Fujifilm's film simulation modes continue to draw praise for in-camera color science. However, video capabilities lag behind modern standards with 10-minute 4K recording limits, 8-bit internal capture, and no in-body stabilization. The lack of a touchscreen and modest battery life also feel dated compared to current options. For stills-focused shooters who value tactile controls and Fujifilm color, the X-T2 remains a capable choice years after launch.
- Excellent image quality with strong low-light performance
- Extensive physical controls and customization options
- Weather-sealed magnesium body with dual UHS-II card slots
- Fast hybrid autofocus with 325 points and up to 14 fps shooting
- Fujifilm's acclaimed film simulation modes for color science
- Limited 4K recording (10 minutes max, 8-bit internal only)
- No in-body image stabilization
- No touchscreen on rear LCD
- Modest 340-shot battery life
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About this product
24MP with 4K video, tilting screen.
Specs
- Battery
- NP-W126S, 340 shots (Normal mode, CIPA)
- Weight Grams
- 507 g (with battery and card), 457 g (body only)
- Dimensions Mm
- 132.5 x 91.8 x 49.2 mm
- Build Material
- Magnesium alloy
- Weather Sealing
- Yes
- Bit Depth
- 8-bit 4:2:0 internal
- Raw Video
- No
- Log Profiles
- F-Log
- Internal Codecs
- MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
- Max Frame Rate 4k
- 4K 30p, 25p, 24p
- Max Frame Rate Hd
- 1080/60p
- Max Video Bitrate
- 100 Mbps
- Max Recording Time
- 10 min (4K), 15 min (Full HD), 30 min (HD)
- Max Video Resolution
- 4K UHD (3840 x 2160)
- Eyepoint
- 23 mm
- Hot Shoe
- Yes, dedicated TTL
- Shutter Lag
- 0.05 s
- Raw Bit Depth
- 14-bit
- Start Up Time
- 0.3 s
- Sensor Cleaning
- Ultrasonic vibration
- Evf Refresh Rate
- 60 fps (100 fps boost mode)
- Flash Sync Speed
- 1/250 s
- Diopter Adjustment
- -4 to +2 m-1
- Dynamic Range Modes
- AUTO, 100%, 200%, 400%
- Film Simulation Modes
- 15 modes (PROVIA, Velvia, ASTIA, Classic Chrome, Pro Neg Hi/Std, B&W variants, Sepia, ACROS variants)
- Operating Temperature
- -10°C to +40°C
- Exposure Compensation Range
- -5 to +5 EV (1/3 step)
- Sensor Size
- APS-C (23.6 x 15.6 mm)
- Sensor Type
- X-Trans CMOS III
- Image Processor
- X-Processor Pro
- Low Pass Filter
- No
- Effective Megapixels
- 24.3 MP
- Release Date
- September 2016
- Announced Date
- July 2016
- Launch Price Usd
- $1,599
- Dual Native Iso
- No
- Iso Range Stills
- ISO 200-12800 (Native), ISO 100, 125, 160, 25600, 51200 (Extended)
- Continuous Shooting
- 14 fps (electronic shutter), 11 fps (with VPB-XT2), 8 fps (mechanical), 5 fps
- Shutter Speed Electronic
- 30 s to 1/32000 s
- Shutter Speed Mechanical
- 30 s to 1/8000 s
- Viewfinder
- 0.5 inch OLED EVF, 2.36 million dots, 0.77x magnification, 100% coverage
- Rear Screen
- 3.0 inch, 1.04 million dots, 3-way tilting LCD
- Touchscreen
- No
- Lens Mount
- Fujifilm X
- Crop Factor
- 1.5x
- Usb
- USB 3.0 (High-Speed), micro USB
- Hdmi
- Yes (8-bit 4:2:2 output)
- Audio Io
- 3.5mm stereo microphone input, 2.5mm remote release connector
- Wireless
- Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n)
- Card Slots
- 2x SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-II
- Ibis
- No (OIS with compatible lenses)
- Af Points
- 325 points
- Af System
- Intelligent Hybrid AF (contrast-detection and phase-detection)
- Af Low Light
- -1 EV (with firmware 4.10 or later)
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