Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-E4
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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-E4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Released February 2018
- Successor is Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
- Revealed January 2021
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-E3

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-E4 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-E4, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

The M50 was introduced 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-E4 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-E4 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the M50 matches up against the Fujifilm X-E4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-E4 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M50 and Fujifilm X-E4. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M50 Gallery and Fujifilm X-E4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 over the Fujifilm X-E4
M50 | Fujifilm X-E4 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Canon M50
Fujifilm X-E4 | M50 | |||
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Revealed | January 2021 | ![]() | February 2018 | More recent by 35 months |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-E4
M50 | Fujifilm X-E4 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-E4 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon M50 has got external dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E4 has sizing of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") having a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs).
Compare the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-E4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the M50 versus the Fujifilm X-E4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M50 and Fujifilm X-E4 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-E4 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M50 and Fujifilm X-E4.
As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm X-E4 to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older M50 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-E4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-E4 Specifications
Canon EOS M50 | Fujifilm X-E4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M50 | Fujifilm X-E4 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-02-26 | 2021-01-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 8 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 26MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6240 x 4160 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Total lenses | 23 | 58 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,620k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | No | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 390 gr (0.86 pounds) | 364 gr (0.80 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 photographs | 380 photographs |
Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-W126S |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $779 | $849 |