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Fujifilm X-T3 vs X-T2

Short answer

The Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-T2 share the same sensor format (APS-C) and lens mount (Fujifilm X). The Fujifilm X-T3 leads on launch price — $1,499, sensor — 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4, film simulations — 16, and battery life — 390 shots. The Fujifilm X-T2 leads on weight — 507 g.

Fujifilm X-T3: 5 specs ahead

What changed from the X-T2 to the X-T3

  • 26.1 MP instead of 24.3 MP
  • X-Trans CMOS 4 sensor (was X-Trans CMOS III)
  • X-Processor 4 (was X-Processor Pro)
  • 1 new film simulation (ETERNA / Cinema)
  • 32 g heavier (539 g)
  • 390 shots per charge instead of 340
  • launch price $100 lower ($1,499)

Size side by side

132.5 mm132.5 mm92.8 mm91.8 mm
  • Fujifilm X-T3 is 1 mm taller
  • Fujifilm X-T3 is 9.3 mm deeper

Side by side

Fujifilm X-T3 Fujifilm X-T2
Released 2018 2016
Launch price $1,499 $1,599
Sensor 26.1 MP X-Trans CMOS 4 24.3 MP X-Trans CMOS III
Sensor format APS-C APS-C
Processor X-Processor 4 X-Processor Pro
In-body stabilisation No No
Film simulations 16 15
Viewfinder 3.69M-dot OLED, 0.75× magnification 2.36M-dot OLED, 0.77× magnification
Screen 3.0-inch three-way tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots 3.0-inch three-way tilting LCD, 1.04M dots
Video 4K/60p, 1080/120p, 10-bit external 4K/30p, 1080/60p
Burst 30 fps electronic (crop), 11 fps mechanical 14 fps with booster grip, 8 fps standard
ISO range ISO 160–12800 (80–51200 extended) ISO 200–12800 (100–51200 extended)
Battery life 390 shots 340 shots
Weight 539 g 507 g
Dimensions 132.5 × 92.8 × 58.5 mm 132.5 × 91.8 × 49.2 mm
Weather sealed Yes Yes
Card slots 2× SD UHS-II 2× SD UHS-II
Lens mount Fujifilm X Fujifilm X

The Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-T2 share the same sensor format (APS-C), lens mount (Fujifilm X).

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Which is newer, the X-T3 or the X-T2?

The X-T3, from 2018. The X-T2 came out in 2016.

Which one is lighter?

The X-T2, by 32 g (507 g against 539 g).

Which one has more film simulations?

The X-T3, with 16 against 15.

Which one lasts longer on a charge?

The X-T3, rated at 390 shots against 340.

How far apart were the launch prices?

$100. The X-T3 launched at $1,499 and the X-T2 at $1,599.

Which is better, the X-T3 or the X-T2?

On measurable specs the X-T3 leads, 5 wins against 1. That is a spec count, not a field test.

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