X-T50:Fujifilm presents new camera with 6.2K video resolution

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The new X-T50 appears to have two siblings in the Fujifilm family. In terms of design, the new APS-C camera is very similar to its predecessor, the X-T30 II, which was launched in 2021 and is just as compact, lightweight and retro in design. However, the X-T50 follows in the footsteps of its big sister, the X-T5, as both have the same X-Trans CMOS 5 HR image sensor and X-Processor 5.

Sensor and processor

The X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor, which Fujifilm first introduced with the X-H2, offers sensor sensitivities from ISO 64 to ISO 51,200. Images are well stabilized thanks to the movable bearing in five axes [] up to seven f-stops can be compensated. The X-Processor 5 in the X-T50 allows a frame rate of up to 20 frames per second. However, this is only possible with a 1.29x crop so that the images have 24 megapixels. With a full sensor resolution of 40.2 megapixels, the XT50 achieves up to 13 frames per second. For both frame rates, the electronic shutter must be activated, which allows shutter speeds between 30 seconds and 1/180,000 seconds. With the mechanical focal plane shutter, exposure times of 60 seconds to 1/4,000 second and up to eight frames per second are possible.

Simulation wheel and autofocus

A new feature is the film simulation wheel at the top left of the camera. With this wheel, Fujifilm's popular film simulation modes can be set directly on the body without having to go through a menu. A total of 20 film simulation modes are available, including the relatively new "Reala Ace". The new film mode wheel replaces the drive wheel on the body, which is now operated via the delete button on the back. A small joystick is still located there, but the 4-way rocker switch as on the X-T5 is missing.

The Fujifilm X-T50 has a hybrid autofocus system with 425 focusing points and 3.3 million phase-detect AF pixels. As with all new cameras from Fujifilm, the autofocus can not only focus on eyes and people thanks to AI and machine learning, but also recognizes animals including birds, insects, drones, cars, motorcycles, bicycles, trains and airplanes.

Display and videos

In contrast to the previous model, the new X-T50 has a larger 3.0-inch display with a higher resolution (1.84 instead of 1.62 million pixels). It can still be tilted up and down. The electronic viewfinder (EVF) of the X-T50 is 0.39 inches (approx. 1 cm) in size and displays 2.36 million pixels; it is identical in construction to the X-T30 II.

The X-T50 can record videos with a maximum resolution of 6.2K (6240 × 3150 pixels) at 24 to 30 full frames per second. At 60 full frames per second, it offers a 4K resolution of 4,096 × 2,160 or 3,840 × 2,160 pixels. Sound can be recorded both via the integrated stereo microphone and via an external microphone, which is connected via a 3.5 mm jack socket and controlled via USB-C.

With a weight of 438 grams and dimensions of 12.4 cm × 8.4 cm × 4.9 cm, the Fujifilm X-T50 is quite compact and should therefore be of particular interest to travel and street photographers. It will be on the market from mid-June for around 1500 euros and will be available in black, silver and anthracite.

Compact zoom lens - Fujinon XF 16-50 mm F2.8-4.8 R LM WR

The new X Lens WR is a standard zoom lens that covers a focal length range from 16 mm wide angle (24 mm KB equivalent) to 50 mm medium telephoto (76 mm KB equivalent). The XF 16-50 mm 1:2.8-4.8 R LM complements the extensive range of XF interchangeable lenses. Weighing only 240 grams, it is the lightest XF lens.

It offers the closest focusing distance of 24 cm and a magnification of 1:2. The optical construction consists of eleven elements in nine groups, including three aspherical elements and three ED glass elements. Due to the internal zoom, the lens remains at a length of 71.4 mm when zooming. It is also sealed against moisture and dirt.

The Fujinon XF 16-50 mm F2.8-4.8 R LM WR will be available from mid-June for around 800 euros.

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