Fujifilm X-T2 vs X-T1: full comparison
The X-T2 leads on more headline specs, but the X-T1 counters on 350-shot battery life and a lighter 440g body.
Also searched as XT2 vs XT1, and in the other order as XT1 vs XT2.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-T2 and Fujifilm X-T1 are both Fujifilm X-T bodies. The X-T2 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2016. At launch the X-T2 was 1,599 USD and the X-T1 1,299 USD, making the X-T1 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-T2 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 24.3 MP of resolution, 4K/30p video, and 2 card slots.
The X-T1 isn't far behind. It hits back with 350-shot battery life and a lighter 440g body.
So which one? If you want 24.3 MP of resolution, get the X-T2. If 350-shot battery life is closer to what you actually need, the X-T1 is the smarter buy. And the X-T1 costs less — 1,299 USD at launch.
Where the X-T2 wins
- +24.3 MP of resolution
- +4K/30p video
- +2 card slots
Where the X-T1 wins
- +350-shot battery life
- +a lighter 440g body
Who should buy the X-T2 or X-T1?
Buy the X-T2 if…
Pick the X-T2 if 24.3 MP of resolution, 4K/30p video matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T2 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-T1 if…
Pick the X-T1 if 350-shot battery life, a lighter 440g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 1,299 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T1 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-T2 vs X-T1: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-T2 review and X-T1 review.
X-T2 vs X-T1: full specs
| Spec |  X-T22016 · $1,599 |  X-T12014 · $1,299 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2016 | 2014 |
| Launch price | 1,599 USD | 1,299 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 24.3 MP | 16.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans III | X-Trans II |
| Processor | X-Processor Pro | EXR Processor II |
| ISO range | 200–12800 | 200–6400 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 325 | 77 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 8 | 8 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 4K 30p | 1080p 60p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | F-Log | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | EVF (2.36M dot) | EVF (2.36M dot) |
| LCD | 3" tilt | 3" tilt |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 507g | 440g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 2 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-II / SD UHS-II | SD UHS-II |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126S | NP-W126 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 340 shots | 350 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 4 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-T2 review and the Fujifilm X-T1 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.