Fujifilm

Fujifilm X-T50 Review

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9
Score
78/100
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MSRP $1,400
Released
January 2024

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Fujifilm X-T50
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Our editorial take on the Fujifilm X-T50

The Fujifilm X-T50 brings the 40-megapixel X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor from the flagship X-T5 and X-H2 into a compact mid-range body, delivering high-resolution stills and capable 6.2K video in a package that weighs just 438 grams. Reviewers consistently praise its combination of image quality, feature depth, and portability, with the classic Fuji styling and dedicated film simulation dial earning particular attention. The X-T50 holds appeal for street, travel, and hybrid shooters who want X-T5 performance without the bulk or cost, and the addition of advanced AI-based subject detection (including drones and insects) gives it strong autofocus credentials.

The camera offers serious video specs including 6.2K 30p, 4K 60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal recording, and F-Log2, making it a legitimate hybrid option for creators. Five-axis in-body stabilization rated at 7 stops and a high-resolution tilting touchscreen add versatility. Reviewers note that while the single SD card slot and lack of weather sealing position it clearly below the X-T5, the core imaging and handling experience remain close enough that many find it the better value. The consensus across written and video reviews is that Fujifilm has successfully distilled its high-end APS-C system into a lighter, more affordable package without gutting the essential features that make the X-T line compelling.

Best for: Enthusiast photographers and hybrid shooters who want X-T5 image quality and features in a lighter, more portable body at a lower price.
What's great
  • 40MP X-Trans sensor delivers flagship-level image quality in a compact, 438-gram body
  • Comprehensive video features including 6.2K 30p, 4K 60p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal, and F-Log2
  • 7-stop 5-axis IBIS and advanced AI subject detection (animals, drones, insects, vehicles)
  • Classic Fuji ergonomics with dedicated film simulation dial and 20 film simulation modes
  • High-resolution tilting touchscreen and 2.36-million-dot EVF
Watch outs
  • Single SD card slot limits redundancy for professionals
  • No weather sealing
  • Lacks headphone jack for video monitoring

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Specs

Body
Battery
NP-W126S (CIPA rating not specified)
Weight Grams
438 g (with battery and card), 389 g (body only)
Dimensions Mm
123.8 x 84.0 x 48.8 mm
Build Material
Not specified
Weather Sealing
No
Video
Bit Depth
10-bit 4:2:2
Raw Video
External (12-bit 6.2K 30p via HDMI)
Log Profiles
F-Log, F-Log2
Internal Codecs
H.264, H.265 (HEVC)
Max Frame Rate 4k
4K 60p
Max Frame Rate Hd
1080/240p
Max Video Bitrate
360 Mbps
Max Recording Time
Unlimited
Max Video Resolution
6.2K (6240 x 3510)
Extras
Hot Shoe
Yes
Raw Format
14-bit RAF
Poe Support
Yes
Tiff Output
8-bit or 16-bit RGB
Heif Support
4:2:2 10-bit
Tripod Socket
1/4 inch-20
Built In Flash
Pop-up flash with GN 3.9 m at ISO 100
Colors Available
Black, Silver, Charcoal Silver
Film Simulations
20 modes including REALA ACE
Flash Sync Speed
1/180 s
Recording Formats
All-Intra, Long GOP
Viewfinder Diopter
-4 to +2
Film Simulation Dial
Dedicated dial on top plate
Frame Io Integration
Native camera to cloud
Viewfinder Eye Point
17.5 mm
Digital Teleconverter
1.4x and 2x
Sensor
Sensor Size
APS-C (23.5 x 15.7 mm)
Sensor Type
Back-illuminated CMOS (X-Trans CMOS 5 HR)
Image Processor
X-Processor 5
Low Pass Filter
No
Effective Megapixels
40.2 MP
Release
Release Date
June 2024
Announced Date
May 16, 2024
Launch Price Usd
$1,599.00
Exposure
Dual Native Iso
No
Iso Range Video
ISO 125-12800 (extended 125-25600)
Iso Range Stills
ISO 125-12800 (extended 64-51200)
Continuous Shooting
20 fps (e-shutter), 13 fps (mech)
Shutter Speed Electronic
15 minutes to 1/180000 s
Shutter Speed Mechanical
15 minutes to 1/4000 s
Display Vf
Viewfinder
0.39 inch OLED EVF, 2.36 million dots, 0.62x magnification
Rear Screen
3.0 inch tilting touchscreen LCD, 1.84 million dots
Touchscreen
Yes
Lens Mount
Lens Mount
Fujifilm X
Crop Factor
1.5x
Storage Io
Usb
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
Hdmi
Micro-HDMI
Audio Io
3.5mm stereo microphone input
Wireless
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 4.2
Card Slots
1x SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-II (V90 recommended)
Stabilization Af
Ibis
5-axis, 7.0 stops
Af Points
117 or 425 selectable
Af System
Hybrid contrast and phase detection
Af Low Light
-7.0 EV
Subject Detection
Animals, birds, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, airplanes, trains, insects, drones (AI-based deep learning)