Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1
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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Introduced February 2018
- Replacement is Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Released April 2014
- Successor is Fujifilm X-T2

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Canon M50 versus Fujifilm X-T1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the M50 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The M50 was unveiled 3 years later than the Fujifilm X-T1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M50 grades against the Fujifilm X-T1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M50 & Fujifilm X-T1. The full galleries are available at Canon M50 Gallery & Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 over the Fujifilm X-T1
M50 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | April 2014 | More recent by 48 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Canon M50
Fujifilm X-T1 | M50 |
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Common features in the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-T1
M50 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same display resolution |
Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon M50 comes with outside measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-T1 has proportions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs).
Compare the Canon M50 versus Fujifilm X-T1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the M50 and the Fujifilm X-T1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the M50 and Fujifilm X-T1 is 79 and 79 respectively.

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M50 and Fujifilm X-T1.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon M50 to provide you with more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer M50 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Specifications
Canon EOS M50 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon EOS M50 | Fujifilm X-T1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-02-26 | 2014-04-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 8 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Number of lenses | 23 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD (RGBW) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 8.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash modes | - | Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | No | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 390 grams (0.86 lb) | 440 grams (0.97 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 235 images | 350 images |
Battery form | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $779 | $1,300 |