Fujifilm X-T2
Announced July 7, 2016
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Reviewer Consensus
Strong
Fujifilm X-T2 is a highly capable mirrorless camera that balances excellent image quality with significantly improved autofocus and speed. While it delivers a refined experience for stills shooters, it still faces some limitations regarding its video workflow and lack of internal stabilization.
Weighted from 43 reviewer scores
Pros
- Greatly improved autofocus performance and speed
- Solid build quality with intuitive physical controls
- Helpful focus joystick for point selection
- Excellent image quality and color reproduction
- Versatile dual SD card slots
Cons
- Absence of a touchscreen interface
- Limited video recording time and audio monitoring
- Lack of internal image stabilization
- Rolling shutter issues in video mode
- Small buttons that are difficult to operate
- Launch price $1,599 (USD)
- Sensor 24.3MP APS-C CMOS
- Video 4K
What the Reviewers Say
All 43 expert reviews, weighted into the PixelMeter score.
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- DPReview 86/100
The X-T2 is Fujifilm's most all-round capable ILC ever. It offers the excellent Raw image quality and delicious JPEGs as the X-Pro2 but gains much improved autofocus and some of the most detailed 4K footage we've seen.
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Add in the awesome available Fujinon lens line, and the Fuji X-T2 becomes an obvious choice as a terrific all-around professional-grade camera.
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All-in-all, the XT2 is a highly satisfying and very capable camera for all styles of photography.
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In my subjective opinion, the Fuji X-T2 is the best mirrorless camera on the market today.
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For now, I will avoid giving a solid conclusion as the camera I worked with is still in its beta stage.
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Apart from these, the X-T2 is a dream camera. It’s the most appealing model in the X-series to date and will certainly change people’s perception of speed associated with mirrorless cameras.
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I really enjoyed the X-T2, guys, and I'm going to talk quite a bit about it in our wrap-up here, but the main thing that I want to get across and the main thing that really makes this camera revolutionary now is the better autofocusing.
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Fujifilm’s X-T2 is the perfect mirrorless camera for photo geeks. It seems like that’s true of every camera that Fujifilm releases, but the X-T2 is a refined sequel to the X-T1 that improves on its predecessor in the ways that matter most: resolution, autofocus, and ease of use.
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Above all, the Fujifilm X-T2 delivers excellent image quality, with high speed focus, and excellent noise performance. Every new release from Fujifilm gets better, and the X-T2 certainly delivers great results.
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As with the X-Pro2 camera that was released at the start of 2016, Fujifilm have taken an evolutionary, rather than revolutionary approach to the new X-T2.
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The Fujifilm X-T2 is a fast-shooting mirrorless camera that doesn't disappoint when it comes to imaging, video, or build quality, and is backed by a strong lens library.
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There's still a bit of room for improvement, but factor in the new sensor that delivers pin-sharp results and the X-T2 has to be one of the most desirable cameras available right now.
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The X-T2 was a super-fun stills camera, but as a video camera we found it to be just average.
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It's not perfection as people had said, but it's a really well-rounded camera that's fun to use.
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I would definitely recommend picking it up, no matter what you're shooting; it's just really a good camera for you.
- Digital Trends 8/10
Fujifilm has always made cameras that are defined more by the experience of using them than their performance, but the X-T2 may be the first to buck this trend.
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If we dig deep, we can certainly find a few flaws (after all, no camera is perfect) but it is hard not to praise the many qualities of the Fujifilm X-T2.
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I'm not an expert in cameras nor am I a professional camera reviewer but I can tell you this: the X-T2 is a solid camera for photography in general, especially if you want a compact setup to lug around that can get the job done really well.
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It will be my go-to shooter for portraits moving forward, and it also makes a strong statement that Fuji is coming after the video enthusiast market.
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While this camera isn't perfect, it's an absolutely fantastic all-around camera. Yes, it does have room to improve, but knowing Fuji will likely get some improvements and firmware upgrades.
- Photo Review 8.8/10
With the X-T2, Fujifilm gives photographers looking for a mirrorless camera another flagship model to choose from.
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If you are looking for a mirrorless camera that feels and performs much like a DSLR, this is the camera for you. I cannot remember the last time I picked up a camera that rekindled my love for photography.
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Combine it all and you have a truly outstanding camera.
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The X-T2, in many respects, sets a new benchmark for the mirrorless market.
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During my tests, I found that I largely forgot about the X-T2 and gave my attention to the things I was shooting.
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The X-T2 is the absolute best camera Fujifilm has to offer for the working photographer.
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The Fuji X-T2 is the absolute best camera Fujifilm has to offer for the working photographer.
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There is no doubt that Fujifilm created a monster with the X-T2. This camera can comfortably be used in any situation and in any style of photography, and now, with 4k video, it’s also an amazing tool for filmmakers.
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I can confidently say that this camera is definitely up to Pro level quality. It has a lot of the same features that it's Pro DSLR brothers have.
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[T]hey've improved it in almost every way and more importantly they've really taken a hard look at what their strengths and what their weaknesses are and they've specifically tried to improve on what their weaknesses were and that's namely again autofocus and video.
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Fujifilm wants to sell XT-2s as event and action cameras. The focus system performance coupled with the sensor’s image quality ought to appeal to pros in both those categories as long as they're not looking for the very best.
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The X-T2 is a fraction the price, size and weight of a Canon 5DS R or Nikon D810, and it's a very serious camera.
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So for landscape photography, Fuji X-T2, I can honestly say this is the best camera that I've ever used.
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2017 is shaping up to be a competitive year for mirrorless cameras, and Fuji is clearly bringing their A-game.
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I really liked the Fuji X-T1, and it has been updated into a fearsome camera with the Fuji X-T2.
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It is the most full-featured camera the company has ever put out, and offers a best-in-class user experience for advanced users.
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The Fuji has a lot of pros and cons.
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It shoots beautiful, beautiful video, and it's a lovely, lovely camera.
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While the X-T2 is not perfect in every way (no camera ever will be), there’s no question that it’s one of the best choices for low-budget narrative filmmakers looking to benefit from the DSLR form factor.
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It does a great job, it really does, and coupled with that glass, that fantastic glass, you're getting a good video camera.
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I’m in love with this camera, and I just didn’t want to give it back. With the release of both the X-T2 and the X-Pro2 this year, Fujifilm has hit a home run!
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As a whole, this camera is an excellent update and has a lot of big and small updates that make it worth the investment.
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I don't know that I would ever want to go to a different style camera at this point. I absolutely love so many things about it.
