CameraReview

Fujifilm X-T4

Fujifilm · Mirrorless · 26 MP · APS-C · 4K video

Fujifilm X-T4

Score Breakdown

Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.

Optics 73
Video 91
Features 85
Storage & Battery 73
76
SCORE /100
Buying Options
What We Like
+In-body stabilisation steadies handheld shooting
+Bursts reach up to 20 fps
+Flip-out touchscreen eases awkward shooting angles
+Dual UHS-II card slots add storage capacity
+Weather-sealed body for outdoor shooting
Worth Knowing
−No built-in flash; external flash needed
−Battery rated at 500 shots
−No GPS built into the body
−Body weighs 607 grams
−Camera originally released in 2020

General

About This Camera

The Fujifilm X-T4 is a mirrorless camera released in 2020. Its 26 megapixel APS-C sensor, burst shooting at up to 20 fps and in-body stabilisation make it a flexible tool for both stills and video.

That mix suits photographers who want one body for action, travel and everyday shooting, and filmmakers who value steadier handheld footage. The Fujifilm X mount provides the lens system behind it.

At 607 grams and 135 x 93 x 84 mm, it will not slip into a jacket pocket, so plan on a strap or bag for carrying it.

BrandFujifilm
ModelX-T4
Released
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Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2020
Announcement date
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Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
February 26, 2020
Camera typeMirrorless
Camera size135 x 93 x 84 mm
Camera weight607 g

Optics

73/100
About the Optics

The 26 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, processed by the X-Processor 4, gives resolution for large prints and room to crop a composition tighter. Sensitivity runs from ISO 160 to 12800, covering bright outdoor work through to dim interiors.

The camera can fire at up to 20 frames per second, and its top shutter speed of 1/8000 second helps freeze fast motion. That rate is a maximum, not a promise for every shooting situation. The autofocus system offers 425 points.

In-body stabilisation counters camera shake, so handheld frames at slower shutter speeds come out sharper and low-light work needs less ISO. It steadies the camera rather than the subject, so freezing fast action still comes down to shutter speed.

Composition goes through a 3.69 million dot electronic viewfinder, and the Fujifilm X mount accepts the matching lens range.

Megapixels
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The higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture.
26 MP050
Image resolution
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Image resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution.
6240 x 4160
Sensor type
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The camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality.
CMOS
Sensor size
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The sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture.
23.5 x 15.6
Sensor format
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Refers to the most commonly used sensor sizes.
APS-C
Continuous shooting
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The number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode.
20 fps045
Lens mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Fujifilm X
Image processor
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The image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card.
X-Processor 4
Aspect ratio
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The aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3.
3:2
Min ISO
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Refers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image.
16030200
Max ISO
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Refers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise.
128003003280000
Min ISO (expanded)
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Expanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary.
8030200
Max ISO (expanded)
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Expanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary.
512003003280000
Minimum shutter speed
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The minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory.
3044080
Max shutter speed
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The maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries.
800080032000
Autofocus points
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Autofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings.
4250300
In-body stabilisation
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In-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake.
Yes
Viewfinder type
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The viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens.
Electronic
Viewfinder dots369000009900000

Video

91/100
About the Video

The X-T4 records 4K video, a resolution that holds detail on large screens and leaves latitude to crop or reframe a shot in the edit. Files are saved as MPEG-4 or MOV, formats that common editing software works with.

Frame rates reach 120 fps, which allows slow-motion sequences. The top resolution and the top frame rate are separate maximums, so confirm which combined modes are available before planning a slow-motion shoot.

In-body stabilisation reduces camera shake while filming handheld, so walking footage comes out steadier. That is most useful for run-and-gun shooting where a tripod or gimbal is impractical.

A built-in timelapse function records interval sequences inside the camera, which suits subjects like drifting clouds or a setting sun.

Video
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Indicates if this camera is capable of recording video.
Yes
Max video resolution
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The best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video.
4K
Max video format
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Video resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video.
4096 x 2160
Max video frame rate
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How many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect.
120 fps
Timelapse built in
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A built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video.
Yes
Video file format
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Different cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files.
MPEG-4,MOV

Features

85/100
About the Features

The 3 inch rear screen carries 1.62 million dots, giving a detailed view for checking focus and framing. It flips out from the body, which helps when framing from awkward angles.

Touch input speeds up focus placement and menu navigation, and live view shows the frame before you press the shutter.

Weather sealing gives the body protection for outdoor shoots, but it is not a waterproof guarantee, so some care in heavy rain is still sensible.

There is no built-in flash, so low-light work depends on a hot-shoe unit or available light. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth provide wireless connectivity, but there is no GPS, so the camera cannot tag locations automatically.

Builtin flash
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A built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it.
No
External flash
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External flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera.
Yes
GPS
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GPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs.
No
Weather sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes
Screen typeTFT LCD
Touch screen
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Touchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons.
Yes
Screen size3"
Screen dots
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Screen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel.
16200001150001500000
Flip screen
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A flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles.
Yes
Live view
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Live View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens.
Yes
Wi-Fi
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Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly.
Yes
Bluetooth
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Bluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices.
Yes

Storage & Battery

73/100
About the Storage & Battery

Two card slots accept SD, SDHC and SDXC media, and the UHS-II compatibility supports fast cards. A second slot adds capacity for long days or keeps files organised the way you prefer.

The NP-W235 battery is rated at 500 shots per charge. Treat that figure as a guide rather than a promise, since real-world use may differ from the rating, and pack a spare for demanding days.

The battery charges over a USB connection, which trims a dedicated charger from your travel kit. It does not follow that every power source will suit it, so confirm your setup works before a trip.

Memory cardSD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible)
Dual memory card slotsYes
Battery typeNP-W235
Battery life
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Approximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take.
500 shots1505000
USB chargingYes