Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR
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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Launched February 2018
- Replacement is Canon M50 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Released August 2015

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-T1 IR, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the M50 (24MP) and Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The M50 was released 2 years after the Fujifilm X-T1 IR which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M50 scores against the Fujifilm X-T1 IR in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M50 and Fujifilm X-T1 IR. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M50 Gallery and Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 over the Fujifilm X-T1 IR
M50 | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | |||
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Released | February 2018 | ![]() | August 2015 | Newer by 32 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 IR over the Canon M50
Fujifilm X-T1 IR | M50 |
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Common features in the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-T1 IR
M50 | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same display resolution |
Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon M50 features exterior dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-T1 IR has measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs).
Compare the Canon M50 and Fujifilm X-T1 IR in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the M50 versus the Fujifilm X-T1 IR.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M50 and Fujifilm X-T1 IR is 79 and 79 respectively.

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M50 and Fujifilm X-T1 IR.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon M50 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger M50 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M50 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR Specifications
Canon EOS M50 | Fujifilm X-T1 IR | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon EOS M50 | Fujifilm X-T1 IR |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-02-26 | 2015-08-03 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
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) | 8.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Synchro, Suppressed Flash, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | No | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 390g (0.86 lbs) | 440g (0.97 lbs) |
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 photographs | 350 photographs |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $779 | $1,299 |