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Review of the Fujifilm XT50 Mirrorless Camera
- The Fujifilm XT50 is a mid-range mirrorless camera aimed at photographers who want the quality and style of the higher-end XT5 in a smaller, lighter, and more affordable body.
- Key features include a 40-megapixel X-Trans CMOS 5 sensor, X-Processor 5, improved autofocus, power consumption, and movie quality, built-in stabilization (IBIS), and a new film simulation dial.
- The XT50 is the official successor to the XT30 models and is priced at $1,400 or £1,300 for the body alone. Kits with the XF6-50 zoom lens are also available for $1,800 or £1,650.
- The XT50 is compact, measuring 124mm wide, 84mm tall, and 49mm thick (34mm for the body itself). It weighs 440g with the battery and card, making it about 60g heavier than the XT30 but over 100g lighter than the XT5.
Summary of the Fujifilm XT50 camera features and specifications
- The XT50 is smaller in size and weight compared to previous models in the X series.
- It offers an interchangeable lens mount, making it a viable alternative to the X100 series.
- The grip and controls have been improved from the XT30, with a ridge for better finger support and a thumb rest.
- The build quality is solid, but the camera is not officially weather sealed.
- The controls include a threaded shutter release with a power collar, dedicated shutter speed dial, and a separate dial for flash sync speed.
- The camera offers mechanical shutter speeds up to 4,000th of a second and electronic shutter speeds up to 180,000th of a second.
- The T position on the shutter dial allows for longer exposure times, up to 15 minutes.
- The camera has an auto mode with scene and subject detection, as well as automatic dynamic range options.
- It features an exposure compensation dial and a programmable function button.
Features of the Fujifilm XT50 Camera
- On-screen guide for selecting across filters and programming custom FS positions.
- Ability to assign film simulations to different custom FS positions.
- Introduction of a new dial to easily access and experiment with different film simulations.
- Drive modes now accessible through a button on the top left of the rear surface.
- Multiple exposure mode allows the combination of up to nine frames.
- Panorama mode stitches multiple images together in-camera.
- Focusing mode set by a dial in the front corner of the camera.
- 3-inch screen with 1.84 million dots for comfortable framing at high or low angles.
- Electronic viewfinder with a 2.36 million dot OLED panel and 0.62 times magnification.
- Same battery and card compartment as previous models (NP-W126S pack).
- Small battery size may require carrying a spare or using a USB power bank.
Features and performance of the Fujifilm XT50 camera.
- The XT50 has a single SD memory card slot, similar to the XT30 and X100S.
- However, it is an upgrade from the XT5 as it supports UHS 2 card speeds, allowing for faster buffer flushing after bursts.
- Shooting uncompressed raw files at 8 frames per second, the camera managed 22 frames in 2.69 seconds, equivalent to 8.2 frames per second.
- Buffer write time onto a fast UHS 2 card took just under 8 seconds.
- The XT50 can shoot faster bursts with the electronic shutter, up to 13 frames per second with no crop or 20 frames per second with a 1.29 times crop.
- The camera features a pre-burst mode that keeps a rolling buffer of frames as you half-press the shutter, ensuring you capture the moment.
Overview of Fujifilm XT50 Features
- Improved resolution of x16 for higher quality images.
- Upgraded autofocus subject detection for sharper focus.
- Lower power consumption with the latest image processor.
- Sample images showcase detailed image quality.
- Autofocus tests demonstrate swift and accurate focusing.
- Subject detection menu includes options for animals, birds, cars, bikes, planes, or trains.
- Human face and eye detection are available in a separate menu.
- Auto subject detection only available in full auto exposure mode.
- Built-in sensorship stabilization (IBIS) provides steadier images.
- IBIS allows for handholding at slower shutter speeds.
- Offers around four stops of compensation for camera shake.
- Movie mode offers 1080p and 4K recording options.
- Encoding options include h264 or h265 formats.
Summary of Camera Settings and Footage Quality
- Different camera settings and footage qualities were tested, including various resolutions and frame rates.
- The 1080p footage at 25p had no crop in the horizontal field of view, while at 50 or 60p, there was a mild 1.1 times crop.
- Switching to 4K at 25p had no crop, but at 50 or 60p, there was a mild 1.1 times crop.
- The 4K HQ mode provided more detailed images but had a more substantial crop of 1.23 times.
- The 6.2K mode had the same crop as the 4K HQ mode and allowed for zooming in while maintaining 4K quality.
- Different aspect ratios were available for the normal 1080p and both 4K modes.
- The micro HDMI port could output 6.2K raw video to external recorders.
Stabilization and Rolling Shutter Performance of the XT50
- The XT50 offers sensor shift stabilization alone, which provides a steadier view for handheld filming with unstabilized lenses.
- There is an optional Ibis plus dis mode, which applies additional digital stabilization for even steadier footage, but at a 1.1 times crop.
- The Boost mode is designed to lock the image in place, providing stable footage for static compositions.
- When walking while filming, the stabilization may not be as effective at ironing out wobbles compared to other cameras.
- Rolling shutter is present but kept fairly low, especially in 4K at 25p.
- Switching to 4K HQ mode results in worse rolling shutter due to slower readout.
- The XT50 can record longer clips of 4K footage compared to its predecessor without overheating issues.
- Standard 4K 25p lasted for 90 minutes on a single battery charge, while 4K HQ mode lasted for an hour and 15 minutes.
Review and Comparison of Fujifilm X Series Cameras
- The Fujifilm XT50 offers high-end photo and video quality in a smaller, lighter, and more affordable body.
- It features image stabilization (Ibis), an improved grip, and a dial to access popular film simulations.
- The auto subject selection works well, but it is only available in full auto modes.
- Fujifilm offers a wide range of models to suit different preferences and scenarios.
- The XT50 and XT5 are both photo-first cameras, but hybrid shooters may prefer the XS and XH versions with flip screens and mode dials.
Fujifilm XT50 Mirrorless Camera: Key Features and Specifications
- Mid-range mirrorless camera with the quality and style of higher-end XT5.
- 40-megapixel X-Trans CMOS 5 sensor and X-Processor 5.
- Improved autofocus, power consumption, and movie quality.
- Built-in stabilization (IBIS) and new film simulation dial.
- Compact and lightweight design, smaller than previous X series models.
- Interchangeable lens mount, suitable as an alternative to the X100 series.
- Improved grip and controls, with a threaded shutter release and separate dials.
- Mechanical and electronic shutter speeds up to 4,000th and 180,000th of a second respectively.
- Auto mode with scene and subject detection, exposure compensation dial, and programmable function button.
- On-screen guide for selecting filters and customizing settings.
- Drive modes accessible through a button on the rear surface.
- Multiple exposure and panorama modes.
- Focusing mode set by a dial in the front corner.
- 3-inch screen with 1.84 million dots and electronic viewfinder with 2.36 million dots.
- Uses the same battery and card compartment as previous models (NP-W126S pack).
- Supports UHS 2 card speeds for faster buffer flushing.
- Shoots up to 8 frames per second with uncompressed raw files.
Camera Settings and Footage Qualities on the Fujifilm XT50
- Tested various resolutions and frame rates, including 1080p at 25p, 50p, and 60p.
- 1080p footage at 25p had no crop in the horizontal field of view.
- 1080p footage at 50p or 60p had a mild 1.1 times crop.
- 4K at 25p had no crop, but at 50p or 60p, there was a mild 1.1 times crop.
- 4K HQ mode provided more detailed images but had a 1.23 times crop.