Fujifilm X-T2 vs Fujifilm X-T3

The bottom line

Same line, different generation: the Fujifilm X-T3 (2018) moves ahead on burst speed (30fps vs 14fps), 4K frame rate (60p vs 30p) and 10-bit internal video. If those newer features aren't ones you'll actually use, the Fujifilm X-T2 gives you most of the experience for less.

Choose the Fujifilm X-T3 if…

  • You shoot action, sports or wildlife — 30fps burst and 425 phase-detect points keeps up with fast, erratic movement where 14fps would drop frames.
  • You shoot video seriously — it brings smoother 60p 4K vs 30p, 10-bit internal colour and both mic and headphone jacks for monitored audio.
  • You shoot in low light or indoors — AF that focuses down to -3 EV gives it the edge after dark.

Where they differ

  • Video: the Fujifilm X-T3 is the stronger video tool — 4K up to 60p, 10-bit internal and Log.
  • Price: the Fujifilm X-T3 launched at $1,499, $100 under the Fujifilm X-T2 — money that could go toward glass.
  • Burst: the Fujifilm X-T3 shoots 30fps to the Fujifilm X-T2's 14fps — the gap that decides whether you nail the peak moment in sports and wildlife.

Frequently asked

Is the Fujifilm X-T2 or the Fujifilm X-T3 better?

Same line, different generation: the Fujifilm X-T3 (2018) moves ahead on burst speed (30fps vs 14fps), 4K frame rate (60p vs 30p) and 10-bit internal video. If those newer features aren't ones you'll actually use, the Fujifilm X-T2 gives you most of the experience for less.

Who should choose the Fujifilm X-T3?

Choose the Fujifilm X-T3 if you shoot action, sports or wildlife — 30fps burst and 425 phase-detect points keeps up with fast, erratic movement where 14fps would drop frames. Choose it if you shoot video seriously — it brings smoother 60p 4K vs 30p, 10-bit internal colour and both mic and headphone jacks for monitored audio. Choose it if you shoot in low light or indoors — AF that focuses down to -3 EV gives it the edge after dark.

What is the main difference between the Fujifilm X-T2 and the Fujifilm X-T3?

Video: the Fujifilm X-T3 is the stronger video tool — 4K up to 60p, 10-bit internal and Log.

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Product
Fujifilm X-T2
Fujifilm
$1,599
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm
$1,499
Imaging
Sensor TypeX-Trans CMOS IIIBSI X-Trans CMOS 4
Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
Image ProcessorX-Processor ProX-Processor 4
Effective Resolution24.3 MP26.1 MP
Lens MountFujifilm XFujifilm X
Exposure Control
ISO Range (Native)200 – 12800160 – 12800
ISO Range (Extended)100 – 5120080 – 51200
Mechanical Shutter1/80001/8000
Electronic Shutter1/320001/32000
Flash Sync Speed1/2501/250
Built-in FlashNoNo
Still Image Capture
Continuous Shooting14 fps30 fps
Video Capture
Max Resolution4K4K
8K Recording
4K RecordingUp to 30pUp to 60p
1080p RecordingUp to 120pUp to 120p
10-bit InternalNoYes
Recording LimitNo limitNo limit
Log ProfilesF-LogF-Log / F-Log 2
Built-in MicStereoStereo
Headphone JackNoYes
Mic InputYesYes
HDMI OutputMicro (Type D)Micro (Type D)
Focus
Phase Detect Points83425
Contrast Detect Points325
Low Light AF-1 EV-3 EV
Eye AFNoYes
Animal AFNoNo
Vehicle AFNoNo
Viewfinder
EVF TypeOLEDOLED
EVF Resolution2.36M dots3.69M dots
EVF Magnification0.62x0.75x
Monitor
LCD Size3"3"
LCD Resolution1.04M dots1.04M dots
LCD TypeTiltingTilting
Touch ScreenNoYes
Interface
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
Bluetoothv4.2v4.2
USBMicro USB 2.0USB-C 3.2
Memory Card Slots2x SD UHS-II2x SD UHS-II
GPSNoNo
General
Price (MSRP)$1,599$1,499
Body MaterialMagnesium AlloyMagnesium Alloy
Dimensions132.5×91.8×49.2 mm132.5×92.8×58.8 mm
Weight507g (1.12 lb)539g (1.19 lb)
Weather SealedYesYes
In-Body StabilizationNoNo
Battery Life (EVF)340 shots390 shots
Battery Life (LCD)340 shots390 shots
Battery TypeNP-W126SNP-W126S