Fujifilm X-T3 Vs X-T2 - What's New?

Fujifilm has announced the X-T3 today, an update to the X-T2 which was launched in July 2016.

You may well be wondering what the differences are between these two models if you're looking to buy a Fujifilm system, so here, we run down what's the same and what's been upgraded, to help you decide. 

Body Weight, Size & Design

The X-T3 is slightly heavier and larger than the X-T2, weighing in at 539g as opposed to the X-T2's 507g. The X-T 3 is considerably chunkier than the X-T2 aswell with a depth of 58.8mm as opposed to 49.2mm - so this may be a sticking point if size is an issue for you. 

Aesthetically, the bodies look very similar with the same dial layouts on the top and rear of the bodies. The X-T3 also brings mic and headphone sockets which were absent on the X-T2. 

Both cameras have a very ergonomic design with a deep handgrip. 

Fujifilm X-T2 (Left), X-T3 (Right)           

Image Sensor & Resolution

The sensor in the X-T3 is the same physical size as the X-T2, at 23.6mm x 15.6mm, however, the unit has been upgraded for the new model and is now a 26.1-megapixel BSI CMOS X-Trans 4 as opposed to the X-T2's 24.3 megapixel CMOS X-Trans III. 

The new sensor offers more than 4 times the number of phase detection pixels than the previous model, and there is a new image processor. 

Fujifilm X-T2 Sample Photos

Fujifilm X-T3 Sample Photos

ISO Range

The ISO range of the new X-T3 offers a lower ISO range than its predecessor, starting at ISO 160 as opposed to ISO 200. The maximum ISO is still 51200. With a BSI CMOS Sensor, with copper wiring, the noise performance from the X-T3 should be improved compared to the X-T2.

Continuous Shooting

Here there's a big improvement on the X-T2 and its 16fps with the X-T3's 30 frames per second continuous shooting, making it better for capturing fast moving objects.

   
Fujifilm X-T3 (Left), X-T2 (Right)

Screen & Electronic Viewfinder

The X-T2 lacks a touchscreen, and thankfully, the X-T3 now features a touch-screen, which in this day and age is becoming the norm. They both offer a 3-inch 1040K LCD screen, with 3-way tilting. 

The electronic viewfinder on the new X-T3 has a better resolution. It offers 3.69 million dots as opposed to 2.36 million on the older model, allowing seamless viewing of your subjects. 

Video

Both cameras feature the ability to shoot video in FullHD, 720p and 4K. Both also offer stereo sound for better quality and optical zoom ability within the video. The X-T3 shoots 60fps 4K whereas the X-T3 only shoots 30fps. 

Fujifilm X-T2 (Top) Vs X-T3 (Bottom)

Battery 

The X-T3 offers a slightly better battery life at 390 shots, compared to the X-T2's 340 shots, according to CIPA. Of course, this will vary according to how you use the camera, with the battery life changing accordingly. 

Price 

The X-T3 is available at launch for £1349 body only in black and silver. The X-T2 was available at launch for £1399 body only, making the new model slightly cheaper at launch. The X-T2 can be picked up for around £1195, saving you around £150 on the price of an X-T3.