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Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20

Portability
79
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Canon EOS M50 Mark II front
 
Fujifilm X-T20 front
Portability
83
Imaging
67
Features
82
Overall
73

Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 Key Specs

Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF-M Mount
  • 387g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
  • Introduced October 2020
  • Earlier Model is Canon M50
Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
  • Revealed January 2017
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-T10
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T30
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Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 Overview

Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the M50 II (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The M50 II was unveiled 3 years later than the Fujifilm X-T20 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the M50 II matches up against the Fujifilm X-T20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon M50 II over the Fujifilm X-T20

 M50 II Fujifilm X-T20 
RevealedOctober 2020January 2017Fresher by 46 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1040k920kSharper screen (+120k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Canon M50 II

 Fujifilm X-T20 M50 II 

Common features in the Canon M50 II and Fujifilm X-T20

 M50 II Fujifilm X-T20 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen sizing
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon M50 II enjoys exterior dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") and a weight of 387 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-T20 has measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the M50 II compared to the Fujifilm X-T20.

Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M50 II and Fujifilm X-T20 is 79 and 83 respectively.

Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 top view buttons comparison

Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M50 II and Fujifilm X-T20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent M50 II is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 sensor size comparison

Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon M50 II
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T20
82
has manual focus
good MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers face detect autofocus
saves RAW files
80
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon M50 II as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm X-T20 as a Street photography camera
84
fully articulated screen
has image stabilization
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
features touch focus
good ISO range (25,600)
78
screen tilts
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
includes focus via touch
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon M50 II Sports photography factors
Fujifilm X-T20 Sports photography factors
76
has image stabilization
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
supports phase detect autofocus
terrible battery (305 per charge)
75
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
has phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Canon M50 II Travel photography info
Fujifilm X-T20 Travel photography info
78
supports bluetooth
features touch focus
good MP (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
terrible battery (305 shots)
76
includes focus via touch
megapixel count good (24MP)
built-in flash
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Canon M50 II Landscape photography details
Fujifilm X-T20 Landscape photography details
80
has manual focus
switch lenses (Canon EF-M mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
good ISO range (25,600)
saves RAW files
terrible battery (305 per charge)
78
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
delivers RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon M50 II
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-T20
85
selfie friendly display
touch screen
has image stabilization
offers face detect autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with mic jack
36
touchscreen functionality
provides face detect focusing
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has mic jack
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
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Canon M50 II vs Fujifilm X-T20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon M50 II and Fujifilm X-T20
 Canon EOS M50 Mark IIFujifilm X-T20
General Information
Brand Name Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon EOS M50 Mark II Fujifilm X-T20
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2020-10-14 2017-01-18
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - X-Processor Pro2
Sensor type CMOS CMOS X-TRANS III
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 332.3mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 25600 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 51200
Min native ISO 100 200
RAW support
Min enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 143 325
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF-M Fujifilm X
Total lenses 23 54
Focal length multiplier 1.6 1.5
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Tilting
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 1,040k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 2,360k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Fastest quiet shutter speed - 1/32000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames/s 14.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.00 m (at ISO 100) 5.00 m (ISO 100)
Flash modes - Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC 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)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Yes Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 387g (0.85 pounds) 383g (0.84 pounds)
Dimensions 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 305 photographs 350 photographs
Battery format Built-in Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-W126S
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible)
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $599 $900