Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2
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Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 660g - 136 x 98 x 84mm
- Launched September 2018
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Revealed July 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-T1
- Updated by Fujifilm X-T3

Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the R (30MP) and Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the R (Full frame) and Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

The R was revealed 2 years later than the Fujifilm X-T2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the R grades against the Fujifilm X-T2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R & Fujifilm X-T2. The full galleries are available at Canon R Gallery & Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R over the Fujifilm X-T2
R | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
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Revealed | September 2018 | ![]() | July 2016 | Fresher by 27 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer screen (+1060k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Canon R
Fujifilm X-T2 | R |
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Common features in the Canon R and Fujifilm X-T2
R | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Equal screen size |
Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon R provides outside measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-T2 has measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).
Analyze the Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the R against the Fujifilm X-T2.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the R and Fujifilm X-T2 is 62 and 76 respectively.

Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the R and Fujifilm X-T2.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon R will provide extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern R will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T2 Specifications
Canon EOS R | Fujifilm X-T2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS R | Fujifilm X-T2 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-09-05 | 2016-07-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | X-Processor Pro2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS III |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 40000 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 5655 | 325 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | Fujifilm X |
Amount of lenses | 17 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 14.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 480 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (with LP-E6N only) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 660 grams (1.46 pounds) | 507 grams (1.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 98 x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2742 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 340 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-W126S |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD card (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Price at launch | $2,299 | $1,600 |