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Fujifilm X-T2 vs X-T1
Short answer
The Fujifilm X-T2 and Fujifilm X-T1 share the same sensor format (APS-C) and lens mount (Fujifilm X). The Fujifilm X-T2 leads on sensor — 24.3 MP X-Trans CMOS III and film simulations — 15. The Fujifilm X-T1 leads on launch price — $1,299, battery life — 350 shots, and weight — 440 g.
Evenly matched on paper
What changed from the X-T1 to the X-T2
- 24.3 MP instead of 16.3 MP
- X-Trans CMOS III sensor (was X-Trans CMOS II)
- X-Processor Pro (was EXR Processor II)
- 4 new film simulations (ACROS, ACROS+Ye, ACROS+R, and ACROS+G)
- 67 g heavier (507 g)
- 340 shots per charge instead of 350
- launch price $300 higher ($1,599)
Size side by side
- Fujifilm X-T2 is 3.5 mm wider
- Fujifilm X-T2 is 2 mm taller
- Fujifilm X-T2 is 2.5 mm deeper
Side by side
| Fujifilm X-T2 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2016 | 2014 |
| Launch price | $1,599 | $1,299 |
| Sensor | 24.3 MP X-Trans CMOS III | 16.3 MP X-Trans CMOS II |
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Processor | X-Processor Pro | EXR Processor II |
| In-body stabilisation | No | No |
| Film simulations | 15 | 11 |
| Viewfinder | 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.77× magnification | 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.77× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0-inch three-way tilting LCD, 1.04M dots | 3.0-inch tilting LCD, 1.04M dots |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080/60p | 1080/60p |
| Burst | 14 fps with booster grip, 8 fps standard | 8 fps |
| ISO range | ISO 200–12800 (100–51200 extended) | ISO 200–6400 (100–51200 extended) |
| Battery life | 340 shots | 350 shots |
| Weight | 507 g | 440 g |
| Dimensions | 132.5 × 91.8 × 49.2 mm | 129 × 89.8 × 46.7 mm |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Card slots | 2× SD UHS-II | 1× SD UHS-II |
| Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
The Fujifilm X-T2 and Fujifilm X-T1 share the same sensor format (APS-C), lens mount (Fujifilm X).
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Which is newer, the X-T2 or the X-T1?
The X-T2, from 2016. The X-T1 came out in 2014.
Which one is lighter?
The X-T1, by 67 g (440 g against 507 g).
Which one has more film simulations?
The X-T2, with 15 against 11.
Which one lasts longer on a charge?
The X-T1, rated at 350 shots against 340.
How far apart were the launch prices?
$300. The X-T2 launched at $1,599 and the X-T1 at $1,299.
Which is better, the X-T2 or the X-T1?
On paper they come out even across 18 compared specs. What is left is handling and today’s price, which this page does not measure.
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