Fujifilm has announced the new X-T2 (Amazon, B&H Photo Video, Adorama)mirrorless camera today. It bringing 4K video capture to its lineup for the first time. X-T2 has a 24.3MP X-Trans CMOS III APS-C sensor first seen in the X-Pro2 and also includes an upgraded hybrid AF system with more focus points, as well as an AF-point selection joystick a la the X-Pro2. There’s also a faster top mechanical shutter speed of 1/8000 sec (1/32,000 sec with the electronic electronic), an improved AF-C algorithm and an overall boost in response times when using the camera. Like the X-T1, this camera is weather-sealed.
The Fujifilm X-T2 will be available in September for $1,599.95 body-only, or bundled with the XF18-55mm for $1,899.95. The EF-XF500 flash will also be available in September for $449.99.
FUJIFILM X-T2 key features:
- 24.3MP X-Trans CMOS III Sensor
- Dust and moisture-resistant body with approximately 63 points of weather sealing; Freeze resistance to 14°F
- X-Processor Pro
– Fast AF of 0.06 seconds
– Startup time of 0.3 seconds
– Shutter time lag of 0.045 seconds
– Shooting interval of 0.17 seconds
– Phase detection AF and motion predictive AF for continuous shooting up to 8 frames per second (fps)
– Up to 11fps using Booster Grip - High-precision 0.48-inch, 2.36 million dot OLED viewfinder
– Viewfinder magnification for digital cameras of 0.77x
– Wide viewing angle (diagonal 38° and horizontal 31°)
– Ultra-fast Real Time Viewfinder with a lag-time of 0.005sec (less than 1/10 of existing models)
– Automatic Brightness Adjustment function
– EVF refreshes at a rate of 60fps, or as high as 100fps in the Boost mode
– Continuous shooting of 5fps in Live View - Full 4K 3840×2160 30P/25P/24P shooting (Using a card with the UHS Speed Class 3 or higher)
– Continuous recording: up to approximately 10 minutes
– Full HD 1920×1080 60P/50P/30P/25P/24P, Continuous recording: up to approximately 15 minutes
– HD 1280×720 60P/50P/30P/25P/24P, Continuous recording: up to approximately 29 minutes - Four different display modes: Full, Normal, Dual and Vertical
– Full mode: Displays shooting information at the top and bottom of the screen to avoid obstruction of the view
– Dual mode: Adds a small second screen for checking focus point with Focus Peak Highlight or Digital Split Image
– Normal mode: Lets you concentrate on framing the shot in Auto Focus mode while keeping you aware of how the shooting conditions are changing, making it the perfect setting for sports and action photography
– Portrait mode: When in Full or Normal modes, it rotates the shooting information interface when the camera is turned vertically - Tempered glass 1.04 million dot high-precision 3” tilting LCD monitor
- Digital Split Image and Focus Highlight Peaking
- Wi-Fi and remote camera operation
- ISO200 – 6400, extended ISO 100, 12800, 25600, Auto(maximum ISO setting from ISO 400 – ISO6400 available) with High ISO 51200 setting
- Lens Modulation Optimizer technology maximizes each lens’ performance
- In-camera RAW converter
- Die-cast magnesium body provides a sturdy and durable, while compact and lightweight design
- Two command dials and six Function buttons for instant control and customization
- Interval timer shooting for Time Lapse photography is available with intervals of 1 second to 24 hours and up to “∞” frames
- Advanced filters and Film Simulations, including ACROS
FUJIFILM X-T2 Accessories:
- Vertical Power Booster Grip (optional VPB-XT2) New
- X-T2 Metal Hand Grip (MHG-XT2) New
- X-T2 Bottom Leather Case (BLC-XT2) New
- X-T2 Cover Kit (CVR-XT2) New
- NP-W126S Rechargeable Battery New
- Five dedicated flash models to choose from depending on requirements (EF-X500 New, EF-X8, EF-X20, EF-20, EF-42)
- Battery Pack EF-BP1, compatible with EF-X500 New
- Protective Filters (PRF-39, PRF-52, PRF-58, PRF-62 and PRF-72)
- M Mount Adapter for additional lens compatibility
- Remote Release (RR-90)
- Stereo Microphone (MIC-ST1)
Fujifilm X-T2 Specs:
Price | |
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MSRP | $1599 (body only), $1899 (w/18-55mm) |
Body type | |
Body type | SLR-style mirrorless |
Body material | Magnesium alloy |
Sensor | |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
Other resolutions | 3:2 (4240 x 2832, 3008 x 2000), 16:9 (6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2384, 3008 x 1688), 1:1 (4000 x 4000, 2832 x 2832, 2000 x 2000) |
Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 |
Effective pixels | 24 megapixels |
Sensor size | APS-C (23.6 x 15.6 mm) |
Sensor type | CMOS |
Color space | sRGB, Adobe RGB |
Color filter array | X-Trans |
Image | |
ISO | Auto, 200 -12800 (expands to 100-51200) |
Boosted ISO (minimum) | 100 |
Boosted ISO (maximum) | 51200 |
White balance presets | 7 |
Custom white balance | Yes (3 slots) |
Image stabilization | Unknown |
Uncompressed format | RAW |
JPEG quality levels | Fine, normal |
File format |
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Optics & Focus | |
Autofocus |
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Autofocus assist lamp | Yes |
Number of focus points | 325 |
Lens mount | Fujifilm X |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5× |
Screen / viewfinder | |
Articulated LCD | Tilting |
Screen size | 3″ |
Screen dots | 1,620,000 |
Touch screen | Yes |
Live view | Yes |
Viewfinder type | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77× |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360,000 |
Photography features | |
Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 sec |
Maximum shutter speed (electronic) | 1/32000 sec |
Exposure modes |
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Built-in flash | No (Small external flash included) |
External flash | Yes |
Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander |
Flash X sync speed | 1/250 sec |
Continuous drive | 14.0 fps |
Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Metering modes |
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Exposure compensation | ±5 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
AE Bracketing | ±5 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV steps) |
WB Bracketing | Yes |
Videography features | |
Resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone | Mono |
Speaker | Stereo |
Storage | |
Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Connectivity | |
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
HDMI | Yes (micro-HDMI) |
Microphone port | Yes |
Headphone port | Yes |
Wireless | Built-In |
Wireless notes | 802.11b/g/n |
Remote control | Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) |
Physical | |
Environmentally sealed | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack |
Battery description | NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 340 |
Dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49 mm (5.22 x 3.61 x 1.94″) |
Other features | |
Orientation sensor | Yes |
Timelapse recording | Yes |
GPS | None |