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Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2

Portability
75
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Canon EOS R50 front
 
Fujifilm X-T2 front
Portability
76
Imaging
67
Features
79
Overall
71

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Key Specs

Canon R50
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 375g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
  • Released February 2023
Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
  • Launched July 2016
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T1
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T3
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Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Overview

Here, we will be matching up the Canon R50 versus Fujifilm X-T2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the R50 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The R50 was launched 6 years later than the Fujifilm X-T2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the R50 matches up against the Fujifilm X-T2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon R50 over the Fujifilm X-T2

 R50 Fujifilm X-T2 
LaunchedFebruary 2023July 2016Fresher by 81 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Canon R50

 Fujifilm X-T2 R50 
Screen size3.2"3.00"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Canon R50 and Fujifilm X-T2

 R50 Fujifilm X-T2 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Screen resolution1040k1040kExact same screen resolution

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R50 enjoys external dimensions of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-T2 has dimensions of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the R50 compared to the Fujifilm X-T2.

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R50 and Fujifilm X-T2 is 75 and 76 respectively.

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 top view buttons comparison

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the R50 and Fujifilm X-T2.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent R50 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 sensor size comparison

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R50 Portrait photography factors
Fujifilm X-T2 Portrait photography factors
83
manual focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
80
you can focus manually
good megapixels (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon R50 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm X-T2 as a Street photography camera
77
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
has focus via touch
good ISO range (32,000)
no image stabilization
75
has a tilting screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon R50 Sports photography highlights
Fujifilm X-T2 Sports photography highlights
77
silent mode (1/8,000s)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
72
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking focus
weather proof
supports phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery pack (340 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Canon R50 Travel photography advice
Fujifilm X-T2 Travel photography advice
84
connects via bluetooth
has focus via touch
decent MP (24MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
63
weather proof
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (340 shots)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R50 Landscape photography highlights
Fujifilm X-T2 Landscape photography highlights
80
manual focus
change lenses (Canon RF mount)
screen size is decent (3.00 inch)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
good ISO range (32,000)
saves RAW formats
no image stabilization
75
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3.2")
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
weather proof
2 card slots
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery pack (340 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon R50 Vlogging factors
Fujifilm X-T2 Vlogging factors
77
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
provides face detect autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone jack
no image stabilization
33
has face detect autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with mic support
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
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Canon R50 vs Fujifilm X-T2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R50 and Fujifilm X-T2
 Canon EOS R50Fujifilm X-T2
General Information
Manufacturer Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon EOS R50 Fujifilm X-T2
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2023-02-08 2016-07-07
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - X-Processor Pro2
Sensor type CMOS CMOS X-TRANS III
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 32000 12800
Max enhanced ISO 51200 51200
Min native ISO 100 200
RAW format
Min enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 651 325
Lens
Lens support Canon RF Fujifilm X
Available lenses 37 54
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Tilting
Display sizing 3.00 inches 3.2 inches
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 2,360 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.59x 0.77x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Max quiet shutter speed 1/8000s 1/32000s
Continuous shutter rate 12.0fps 14.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 6m at ISO 100 no built-in flash
Flash options - Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/200s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 470 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 70 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 90 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 85 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 85 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 470 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 70 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 90 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC 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)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 375 gr (0.83 lb) 507 gr (1.12 lb)
Physical dimensions 116 x 86 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 370 shots 340 shots
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E17 NP-W126S
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage type Single UHS-II SD card slot Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II
Card slots One Two
Pricing at release $679 $1,600