Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T4
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Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 30MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Increase to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 660g - 136 x 98 x 84mm
- Released September 2018
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 607g - 135 x 93 x 64mm
- Revealed February 2020
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T3
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-T5

Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T4 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Canon R versus Fujifilm X-T4, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the R (30MP) and the Fujifilm X-T4 (26MP) is fairly comparable but the R (Full frame) and Fujifilm X-T4 (APS-C) come with different sensor dimensions.

The R was announced 17 months prior to the Fujifilm X-T4 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the R grades against the Fujifilm X-T4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T4 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R and Fujifilm X-T4. The whole galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery and Fujifilm X-T4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R over the Fujifilm X-T4
R | Fujifilm X-T4 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1620k | Clearer display (+480k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T4 over the Canon R
Fujifilm X-T4 | R | |||
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Revealed | February 2020 | ![]() | September 2018 | More recent by 17 months |
Common features in the Canon R and Fujifilm X-T4
R | Fujifilm X-T4 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T4 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon R features outer dimensions of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-T4 has dimensions of 135mm x 93mm x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") with a weight of 607 grams (1.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon R versus Fujifilm X-T4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the R against the Fujifilm X-T4.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the R and Fujifilm X-T4 is 62 and 67 respectively.

Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T4 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the R and Fujifilm X-T4.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The R using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon R will provide greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older R will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R vs Fujifilm X-T4 Specifications
Canon EOS R | Fujifilm X-T4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon EOS R | Fujifilm X-T4 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-09-05 | 2020-02-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | X-Trans CMOS 4 |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 30 megapixel | 26 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6720 x 4480 | 6240 x 4160 |
Max native ISO | 40000 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 5655 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon RF | Fujifilm X |
Amount of lenses | 17 | 54 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,620 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 3,690 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.75x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 15.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest 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 | 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (with LP-E6N only) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 660 gr (1.46 lb) | 607 gr (1.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 136 x 98 x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 135 x 93 x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2742 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | 500 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD card (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | Two |
Retail price | $2,299 | $1,700 |