Fujifilm X-T4 Review: Hands-on with Fujifilm's newest flagship camera
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- Опубліковано 28 лип 2024
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Chris Niccolls is the master of weird exposure settings.
It's fascinating really.
I absolutely adore my XT-4 and the 16-55 I had purchased with it. It is my first camera I have ever used tether shooting with as well and have found that a fun experience. I am definitely at an amateur level, but this camera is helping me quite a lot with enjoying my photography. With it being as easy to use and understand, I don't get so frustrated when all I want to do is take nice photos lol.
Very happy Fuji XT-4 owner.
I just bought mine and it will come tomorrow.
I should be doing work, but I see DPReview, I click.
Same like me :/
Professional Potato Aha! Got you! (your boss)...
This is - by far - the best review on the X-T4!!! Keep up the good work!!
Got mine a few weeks ago. Coming from a canon M50, I absolutely am in love with this thing. Got the 16-55 to go with it and will he getting the 8-16 as well later in the year, super excited to do a review video myself later this month.
A very worthwhile upgrade. Upgraded from the XT-3, and the “shooting experience” is night and day. Specifically, IBIS with small primes, articulating screen, battery life, quiet shutter, larger grip and improved auto-focus. Not since my 2006 Pentax K10D (which had IBIS by the way) have I used a camera that has felt so refined and complete. There is something to be said about a 4th generation refined device vs. a 1st generation one. XT-4 + 23mm f/2: BACK TO BASICS 😁!!
Finally! Avid X-T3 user here and I recently rented and tested the X-T4. I agree with everything but the IBIS was just unreliable when shooting 24fps without an OIS lens. I shot everything at 60 and interpreted it to 24 and it worked out ok. It's stellar on the Ronin like you showed in this video but most cameras are to a certain degree. Battery life is much better but most of us X-T3 users have accumulated batteries and adapted to using them. The screen and AF I think are where it's at. The AF is better but not world's better but that articulating screen is a saint.
Im assuming this would be a worthy upgrade over my XT2 then...? I currently use an EOS-R for my wedding and corporate work, but I have a few fuji lenses and obviously don't want to abandon them. I really liked my XT2 but I started having an issue with my shutter button.. it was like something broke underneath, the pin maybe? I dunno, but it lost its "half press" when pressing the shutter.. Could have just been bad luck on my part, who knows.. I do love the XT series though for its size... and along with the 16-55mm f2.8, I have the 35m f2. and 23mm f2... and If I did upgrade id probably get the 50mm f2 for a really sweet compact setup.. shit.. I think I'm talking my own self into it already..
Fantastic review. You guys are the best!
One big thing for Fuji too, is, they have native, pro-level glass available that's designed for APS-C. You don't have to live with a kit lens and you don't have to go all the way up to the bulk of a lens that's designed for full frame. There are some sweet spot pro-level lenses for Fuji that you just can't find for any other mirrorless system. Especially when you start talking about zooms.
Fuji has pro level lenses no other mirrorless sys has? Olympus has Fuji on lockdown. More options and each option is better in direct comparison. They are more expensive, yes
So which are your favorites?
Well u r right,Fuji has got more apsc pro glass, but if look at Fuji pro glass they are almost close to weight,price and size of full frame lenses
laughing with fuji 8-16 2.8..plus fuji didnt even have any equivalent to 16-35 2.8 lens
Faisal Sheraz “Almost” adds up to a significant advantage for Fuji by the time you multiply it by several lenses. I use the 16mm f/1.4, 35mm f/1.4, 56mm f/1.2 and 90mm f/2... buying the closest 36x24-format equivalents from Sony would cost exactly $2,000 more at current B&H prices.
I think the trip to the mountains was such a refreshing experience, despite you guys. Stuck in a big city, the fresh Canadian air, the peaks and river valleys? Whoa. thanks for the 10 min. vacation
So glad I live in Canada - Ottawa is a very nice area.
@@barrycomer3688 Hey if Trump is re elected, can I come visit you? ey? like forever. Stuck in a big US city on the East Coast, those Canadian skies and mountains look great. Just sayin
Was the “despite you guys” an attempt at humor or are you not sure what it means?
I wake up each morning wishing I was Canadian 🇨🇦
Great review and helpful. I have the XT-2 and have been holding off on upgrading. Probably not there yet as I feel it does most of what I need it to do. But this is good food for thought - thank you.
Great review guys , as usual 👌♥️🙏
YAY!!! I've been waiting for you all to do this review!!
Yes! I’ve been looking forward to this one from you guys :)
Been waiting for this 👀
Loving the schmetterlingtasche also, always fantastic.
Love the work you guys do. That camera looks great in your hand.
You deserve more subscribers. Your channel is great! As well as your website. Keep up the amazing work!
For me, the best APS-C camera on the market. Fuji also has beatiful lenses and one of the best kit lenses ever (18-55 f2,8-f4).
by that time xt3 is already the king of apsc， now xt4 is the Emperor。
This is very helpful. Just bought a new X-T4 replaced an X-E3 that died. Looking forward to using it on vacation
I have both the xt3 and xt4. Huge fan of the upgrades!
Great review, very in depth, thank you
I've been looking forward to this. Thanks
Excellent work as always guys 🙌🏽!
I was looking for a camera to replace my old bulky Canon , and now I am thinking to get this XT-4.
I've been watching their videos quite some time and the videos are always informative, right to the point, and with some cute humor. Jordan at the very beginning of this video puts a smile on your face with his statement, and ..Jordan, keep showing horses, etc - Chris's reaction is amusing... I also like the part when they indicate what was fixed comparing that with previous models. Thank you for your tireless work.
I have an X-T3 but decided to pick up an X-T4... I am so happy I did. The new features and improvements are absolutely worth the price difference.
The XT4 looks like being the camera of the year. Great video as always, easy to watch and great information for photographers and videographers. I am considering the xt4 and your video really helped me.
Just watch out for the terrible AF breathing and 4K60P overheating & shutting down.
Great review from a fellow Albertan! I had my eye on the XT30 but I think I'm going to spend the extra and get me a X-T3 it is an awesome camera with so many great features. At 50% heavier than it's cousin the XT-30 it's still a compact enough camera to take along a hike. Thanks for the review!
Thanks for an awesome review...as usual. 👍🏼
I love the 16-55 2.8 and this looks like a great combo. Time to sell the X-T2 and make way for this camera in my shooting life. Great review - nice to see you guys back in the Rockies. The only thing missing was fishing, and of course, Jordan crying. 😀
I agree with you guys. I love the Fuji ecosystem and adore my XT3. I don't shoot video preferring stills and I concur that the autofocus plus IBIS plus improved tracking are very worthwhile for me in what I like to do. I've had the XT4 for a couple of weeks now and notice improvements in all the areas I was looking for. I hope Fuji stays the course and ultimately can bring animal face detect into the picture like Sony has. That would be something I would get very excited about. :-)
Great review guys!
You guys still have the best reviews on internet.
Having owned the X-T30 in the past, I can say that's an outstanding image sensor. The best one I've used in a Fuji since the old X-Pro1. Lots of DR, good high ISO and color (talking about raw files with Adobe Lightroom).
I agree - I've been thinking recently how much I like the sensor of my X-T3.
Whoa, the moving leaves in Jordan's segment were really freaky
Really enjoyed the video guys. Thank you.
I love this Fujifilm X-T4 because shooting pictures is very comfortable with the manual dials. The video capabilities are first class to! All in all a very solid product.
These guys are the best camera reviewers on UA-cam!
Great video as always!
I agree that the fully articulating screen is fantastic and long overdue, as is the addition of IBIS. Have had cameras with those features for years, first in a Canon IS 3, then a Panasonic FZ1000M2, now finally the Fuji XT4...a fully articulating screen makes getting photos in odd locations so much easier, and IBIS allows shots you might otherwise not be able to get. This camera with the 16-80mm f4 lens is fantastic...also our old XC 50-230mm is a handy, light-weight, fun to use zoom (not weather-sealed, but nice reach...I think an xt20/xt30 (or xt200 maybe) with an 50-230mm zoom would make a good gift for a tween who only has a point and shoot but is developing an interest in photography.
I'll wait for the XH-2. I would love built in waveform, FULL SIZE HDMI, and a better articulating screen design (like the S1H) that way you get the best of both worlds.
I am a false color fan myself and I cannot imagine this is hard to add.
Just a brilliant review.
Jordan my goodness that picture looks fantastic you sitting telling us about the camera in the mountains in the background and all the beautiful flowers and lilies wow awesome awesome picture
very nice vid. As always keep up the good work and keep'em flying. My xt2 is getting nervous. Why is that?
Hello Jordan hello Chris you two are hilarious this is a great bunch really enjoy your videos learn a whole lot 😌
Great review !!!
I'm a stills shooter. My daily driver (currently my only camera) is a Leica M10 with 50mm f/2 Summicron-M (Leitz Canada, 1979). I purchased both used: the M10 was a factory demonstrator ("Betriebskamera") and I got an amazing deal on the lens. I pushed the boat out considerably for the combo, and I'm glad I did. On the rare occasion I want video, I use my iPhone. I love Fujifilm, having spent quality time with both the X100s and the X-T1.
That said, I probably will add the X-T3 to my gear when they're back in stock or if I can find a used one. At today's prices, it's a screaming deal. Most of the X-T4's upgrades fall into the "nice to have" category for me. Did I mention I have twin daughters in their senior year of high school? The grip may be a bit better. I do prefer the fully-articulating screen: in my 60's, with both knees repaired and a back injury, I don't get into some positions as easily as I once did. Also, the fully-articulating screen is more useful if I do want to do video, and it's mechanically more robust as well. I’m not enamored of IBIS for stills, though I do see its value for video: it’s a feature best turned off until you need it, as Fujifilm’s chief explained a few years ago. The reason for the X-T3 is that I have a specific need for the 10-24 zoom range. Fujifilm's is $999 new, but it's a constant f/4: I consider variable-aperture zooms to be constant-aperture at whatever the long end is, since they don't stay at the wider aperture for long once you start to zoom in. I also enjoy macro and have the occasional need for a telephoto. So glass and particular needs are my drivers in determining the value proposition for me.
Finding the difference between what appears to be two essentially identical point and shoots is a talent in itself. The auto-focus having one tracking box instead of many is quite a find. Well done.
@@criticalmoment3859 The battery isn't the same? Apologies. It's a quantum leap.
Great review!
Just received my X-T4 today to replace the X-T3. Stoked about the IBIS and video capabilities regarding improved auto/tracking focus.
I just got mine a few days ago to replace my X-T2 and the IBIS is great and the tracking af is awesome as is the lowlight performance. I’m of course talking about from a stills photographer perspective as I don’t shoot video. It’s Fuji’s best X-T camera to date.
I’ve been waiting for this
I would love to have an X-T4 with the display mechanism of the X-T3. It's sturdy, flexible, and allows photos to be taken in sometimes challenging perspectives. The new display mechanism is fragile and always somehow in the way when it is opened. In my opinion, the Vloggers have been given too much credit here.
I thought long and hard about going for the X-T3 or the X-T4 as an upgrade from my X-T1. For me it came down to a few things.
1. I mostly shoot stills, 98% stills. Video is an afterthought for me. If I do shoot video, it's going to be with a tripod/monopod or I will buy a dedicated gimble for the buttery smooth movement. As good as the IBIS is on the X-T4, for video at least, you can't match a dedicated powered gimble. For low light and stills, yes, I can see the advantages but again, I have OIS on a couple of lenses and two F1.4 lenses. If I need more, I'm doing long exposures anyway with a tripod.
2. The exposure mode control on the X-T1 is something I really like having a specific physical toggle for. On the X-T4 they use that toggle for video or stills mode. This is a downgrade for me as a still shooter.
3. The flippy screen, less useful to me as a still shooter.
4. The bigger battery is actually a negative for me as I have several legacy 126 batteries. So battery life is not an issue for me and changing to the X-T4 would mean added costs.
5. Added costs. Yes the X-T4 is a better camera, more modern, IBIS would be nice but internally from an image quality and focus system standpoint. It's basically the X-T3. The new shutter system is nice though. The deal I got on an X-T3 though was substantial. As a point of reference. Brand new X-T3 with the Fuji leather half case and the Fuji battery grip. For £1149. Where as the X-T4 was some £1549 for just the camera. £400 less with accessories worth almost £400 on top. Not having to buy new batteries at additional cost. It's basically half the price in real terms for a camera that takes the same quality photos and video outside of the IBIS and autofocus improvements. Which can be brought to the X-T3 with a firmware update (autofocus, not IBIS obviously). Will Fuji do this? I don't know because obviously if the X-T3 is 90% or more as capable as the X-T4 for a lot less money. It's going to hurt X-T4 sales and they need new sales.
So for me it came down to the fact that as an enthusiast shooter, the X-T3 was more than I needed anyway and the extra costs of the X-T4 would just not be good value for me.
This is a really good breakdown. Granted, I'm biased, because I bought the X-T3 14 months ago, and want to feel good about not waiting for the X-T4. But your rationale for sticking with the 3 matches closely the kind of photography I'm doing.
I would love an xt4 to go with my 16-55. I end up using the 18-55 or 10-24 with my xt20 just for hybrid shooting, but the xt4 will be my future. Hopefully sooner than later
I’m surprised you didn’t make a bigger deal about the still/video switch that allows you to move quickly between your unique settings for both modes. If I did mixed stills and videos I would upgrade to this in a heartbeat. But alas, I don’t have an excuse to shoot video except every now and then. So I’m sticking with my XT-3 and gimbal. I splurged and upgraded from the XT-2 to the X-T3 and was glad I did. It seemed like a minor-ish upgrade but I could really tell the difference. The X-T4 doesn’t seem as worth it to me, even after watching this excellent review.
Great video. I really hope Fuji will bringt some of the x-t4 features as a firmware update to the x-t3. And yes... I confess: I love tilt screens and I find flip out screens awkward to use 😂
Great review as always, fair and unbiased. I just got a used X-T2 as my first proper camera... I love Fujifilm already. Can’t wait to buy an X-T4 in 5 years time! 😂😂
I got one as my first Fuji. Having been a Canon, Nikon and currently a Sony shooter over the past 15 years.
It's a very charming and enjoyable camera!
I'm planning on doing the same. How's it holding up for you?
Stadtjer it’s really great for photos/stills (I almost never shoot video), it does everything I need it to and it does it brilliantly. Really glad I got an XT-2 in excellent condition...
Jordan is surprisingly photogenic. All your portraits of him are very interesting.
Nice backhanded compliment :)
Great review fellas
And the Fuji XT3 just received a firmware update with better autofocus. Fuji always showing respect for their slightly older cameras with firmware updates when other brands have given up.
I can’t wait to see what they do with firmware for the xt4 over the next year.
Beside Sony A9, which APSC mirrorless camera is the best in Auto focus ??
its been years and i am still searching for that dpreview soundtrack or ost that comes at the end of the every video... i guess i will never find it just like many things in my life...
Yesss I have been wanting for this review my entire life
The best review of the camera I've seen by far. From the updates you listed Fuji seems to be listening to you - which makes me extra sad you didn't join me in cursing the sky at the flip around screen.
Your reviews of fuji gear are great too!!!
@@kkyeung2050 Thank you Kim 🙂
XLR Adaptor for the X-T4 is called Sound Devices MixPre 3 Mk ii.
I would have liked for them to have addressed the increased bulk of this camera to accommodate IBIS. Maybe it's not a big deal, but it concerns me. One of my main attractions to Fuji was their compactness. I will eventually get to check one out at a camera store, but right now that's slightly problematic...
The for the objective reveiw. I am still waiting for that mysterious XH2.
I like the older screens better because I like to use it as a waist level viewfinder often. Though I think it would be cool to do both like the new Panasonic camera but that's a really beefy screen. Maybe someone will make a slimmer version in the future.
Schmetterlingtasche! Great video - thx.
I had to use an auto-translate app for 'Butterfly-bag' and I agree, it's cool. Any source?
Hi Chris. Thank you for comprehensive Review. I am planning to buy my first mirrorless camera. I have 2 options in my mind, one is Fujifilm XT4 and other one is Sony A7C. what is your opinion.
Thanks for the helpful review! Would you recommend the XT4 or the Canon EOS R for simple talking head UA-cam videos. I am hoping to create a great cinematic look to the videos. Thanks!
Still loving my XH-1. Just hoping for some firmware upgrades to trickle down
I could really use the improved AF of the XT-4 for sports but on the other hand my XT-2 is such a nice camera already I have a hard time justifying buying another camera. 😭
I so do agree with you ... for the price better getting lenses or buying a trip to some place ....
Same, as someone who does only photos and no video my X-T2 still feels sufficient.
I'm on the same boat. As an XT2 owner, I would love to have IBIS to couple with my 90mm. But for the price, buying a new lens would benefit me more.
I feel the same... now I am watching X-T3 pricing to see if it gets low enough to be interesting... but until then, I'm very happy with my X-T2. Also I still have my original X-T1 which, except for body skin coming off... it's still a great camera as well and my daughters are using it as a learning camera.
John Bankson I had an X-T3 and actually sold it for an X-T2. The 3 was fine, but it is quite a bit bigger and heavier than the X-T2.
I need to know why Jordan does not use a BMPCC 4K or 6K ? For the episodes
I would say that the minor upgrade criticism would be applicable for the X-T3, not 4. The only major modification for X-T3 was the APS-C sensor, the X-T4 has several big modifications, IBIS being the biggest.
Had the XT-2: I like the optics and the vintage feeling, but it slows my photography down. Fuji was not the right camera system for me. I switched to Olympus - beeing very satisfied. So the new XT4 is very interesting because of the new features. Fuji is one of rare companies to hear, what people really want and give it to them in the next model. Respect. It is not mine - but it is the best APSC I know.
I'm also curious. I hope you can reply!
1 Because I had to adjust aperture, time, ISO by knobs. I prefer at quick menu in camera personally.
2 Then: display was not fully articulating. So in some cases it took much more time/more effort to adjust the viewing angle.
3 The writing in camera display / EVF is to small
4 the handgrip was not so comfortable for long holding
That are the main reasons why it slows me down.
I shoot Sony for my pro work but thought about this camera or the X100 V I’d love your thoughts and honesty I’d love a comparison/contrast of the two systems! Love your work, thank you!
Best colors! Fuji by far has the most appealing colors, the major Benefit. now everybody can see in this Video compaired to others. Thanks for presentation!
I bought one of these and I absolutely it! I had to sell my beloved Sony gear (laid off needed the money sadly) but I bought this as kind of an acceptable "downgrade". I gotta say gotta say that after a few days with it I don't really have any regrets. The AF isn't as good as Sony's sure but it's still very capable. This is my first APSC camera I went right into full frame Sony's from the get go and it's all I've known for years. I love this camera, I just wish there were some more glass options (what I'd give for some native Sigma Art lenses).
Welcome to the FujiFam!!
@@jimee998 lol thanks, now I'm just trying to figure out the lense situation. I have 3, one of them is amazing which is the 16-55 2.8. But the other two I kind of don't like. One is the lil 23mm f 2.8 (it's so noisy). And another is a cheaper zoom the 55-200 3.5-4.8.
@@Kingjay814
There's no 23/2.8 in Fuji's lineup.
Get he 23 F2 35 F2 and e 50 F2. And the 16 1.4. But since you have the 16-55 you might not need them. I love primes so I didn’t want the big 16-55.
@@SpeedyNeo sorry I meant 27mm 2.8. I was looking at the 23 initially but went with the 27 because someone was selling it so cheap in my area.
I was lucky enough to get my X-T4 quite early and I've really been enjoying it! The only downside for me is the 30 minute recording limit. I don't shoot video often enough to justify buying an external recorder, especially since the X-T4 already does 10 bit internal recording. I know Jordan has criticized other semi-video-oriented cameras for the record limit in the past, so I was surprised that you didn't mention that here.
Still a great review and a great camera though!
Probably because they found in doing these videos, how many 30 minute long takes do they do? How many half our long takes does anyone do? Probably not very many.
Over 30 minutes becomes a heat issue.
I totally agree about the record limit. Several Sony cameras can record unlimited and for filming weddings it's so important.
Nice mountain background!
7:31 LOL when he used the water hose to demo the slomo
Hey. Great video. Will you recommend this for a beginner? Looking to buy my first camera. Any recommendations? Thanks
I've been trying and trying but I just can't get my astro-photography right.
Can you guys do a tutorial please? Thanks in advance!
Great video guys. I have a quick question as I am looking to pick up a Fuji camera for dual purpose of video and photo shooting. Would you recommend the X-H1 (seems to be some good deals going on with the bundled battery grip) or the X-T4? I am an amateur photographer who is more into street photography. My go to is the GR3, but is looking for a camera that has more to offer for a wider range of photography and video shooting. Any comments will be highly appreciated. Thanks.
I honestly think this is the perfect camera for travelling creators - It basically does everything. Timelapse, video, great stills (duh, its fuji) and good for vlogging. Im really inpressed
Please show us some sample photos taken with the 18-55 or 16-80 kit lens.
Great review ! Thanks ! but why is Chris sharp and not Jordan ? :P
what is the wrist strap you have attached to the camera?
@dpreview what are your thoughts on the issue that other reviewers argue IBIS is not good for still photos and for camera longevity ?
Chris,
The problem with the rear screen arises for those of us who use L brackets and shoot primarily from a tripod. Yes, it can be used but the L bracket will interfere with full articulation of the screen and looking off axis to compose an image is awkward at best. The articulation of the rear display on the X-T2 and X-T3 is far better for landscape photographers. I understand those who shoot video may prefer the vari-angle display but for those of us who only shoot stills, it's a downgrade. I thought the X-H line was to be the video camera in the Fuji lineup.
The other issue with the X-T4 (and X-T3 frankly) is that there has been no appreciable improvement in still image quality from the X-T2. Has APSc reached its limit?
Soooo I am always drawn to the Fuji video “look” - far beyond Sony and a little more than canon, for sure. For studio filming primarily, can you recommend a setup? Primary goal is filming for a music-centric UA-cam channel. Lenses and body? Or can I get that look with a cheaper system?
I ❤️ the butterfly bag
Anyone else like me and still shooting on the Fujifilm X-T4 in 2024? 📸🙋🏻♀
xt-3 was the best image out of an aps-c sized camera? what about the blackmagic 6k?
Which one do you recommend for an advanced amateur: Sony a7 III or FujiFilm X-T4? (Still in doubt with advantage of full frame over APS-C) They come with similar price.
Comparison on lens selection, night / low-light photography (important), easy concept / logic, and fun
Can you guys please do a Fuji xt-4 vs Panasonic GH5 comparison, mostly the video side of things (lookin' at you for this one, Jordan)?
You should do a second look at this vs X-T3 now that the new firmware is out.
Exactly, they fixed the legit gripes from the previous model. All camera companies should do this. Correct take, Chris.
That's where fuji excels. They make the cameras we ask for, and then continue to update the older cameras with the latest good stuff. My A7 is the cheapest mirrorless they make and it's already had several great upgrades.
I want to like Sony. That autofocus is great but they keep putting out the same camera every year. The menus are convoluted and the colors are whack. The whitebalance is either baby-diaper orange or neon blue. And they come out again "we improved battery life and made the handle weirdly chunky" FIX THE FUCKING COLOR! I look like the blue man group.
And canon put out a good product to begin with. But it's getting old and they are planning to put out a mk2 of the m50. They haven't done and probably won't do any updates to the mk1.
With the XT4 IBIS feature would you leave the OIS on or off?