Fujifilm X-T1 vs Fujifilm X-T2

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Fujifilm X-T2, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras and they are both produced by FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was unveiled 3 years prior to the Fujifilm X-T2 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T1 scores vs the Fujifilm X-T2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T1 & Fujifilm X-T2. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery & Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 has got physical measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T2 has measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Fujifilm X-T2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 vs the Fujifilm X-T2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and Fujifilm X-T2 is 79 and 76 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The image below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Fujifilm X-T2.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-T2 to show extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.