Fujifilm X-T4 Review
The Fujifilm X-T4 delivers fantastic hybrid performance for video and photos, but its autofocus can't quite keep up with newer rivals. It's a classic for a reason.
Overview
The Fujifilm X-T4 is a hybrid shooter's dream, built for the person who wants to switch between photos and video without missing a beat. It nails the fundamentals with a killer 15fps burst, rock-solid in-body stabilization, and a fully articulating touchscreen that makes any angle possible.
Performance
This camera is a video powerhouse. The 4K 10-bit Log footage is fantastic, and the IBIS is in the 90th percentile, meaning handheld shots are super smooth. The 15fps mechanical shutter is also blazing fast. The trade-off? Its autofocus lands in the 44th percentile, so it can struggle a bit with fast-moving subjects compared to rivals.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Excellent in-body stabilization for smooth video. 99th
- Great 15fps burst speed for action shots. 98th
- Superb fully articulating touchscreen display. 96th
- Strong 4K video with 10-bit color and Log profiles. 95th
Cons
- Autofocus can be slower than the competition. 33th
- Sensor performance is only in the 30th percentile.
- Not weather-sealed, which is a bummer.
- Battery life is just average.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | APS-C |
| Megapixels | 26.1 |
Autofocus
| AF Points | 425 |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 15 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 60 |
| 1080p FPS | 240 |
| 10-bit | Yes |
| Log Profile | Yes |
Display & EVF
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
Build
| Weather Sealed | Yes |
| Weight | 1.0 kg / 2.1 lbs |
| Battery Life | 600 |
Value & Pricing
At $2499, it's a serious investment. You're paying a premium for that top-tier hybrid flexibility. If you're all about video and stills in equal measure, it's worth it. But if you're mainly a photographer, there are better pure-photo values.
Price History
vs Competition
Compared to the Sony a7R IV, you're trading megapixels for better video features and a more user-friendly body. Against the Fujifilm X-S20, the X-T4 feels more professional with its physical dials, but the X-S20 has newer, faster autofocus. The Canon EOS R7 beats it for wildlife with a faster burst and better AF, but the X-T4's video quality is superior.
| Spec | Fujifilm X-T4 | Nikon Z Nikon Z9 Mirrorless Camera | Canon EOS R Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera | Sony Alpha Sony a7 IV Mirrorless Camera | Panasonic Lumix GH Panasonic LUMIX GH7 Mirrorless Camera with 12-35mm | OM System OM OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II Mirrorless Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless | Mirrorless | Mirrorless | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C | 45.7MP Full Frame | 24.2MP Full Frame | 33MP Full Frame | 25.2MP Four Thirds | 22.9MP Micro Four Thirds |
| AF Points | 425 | 493 | 1053 | 759 | 315 | 1053 |
| Burst FPS | 15 | 30 | 40 | 10 | 75 | 120 |
| Video | 4K @60fps | 8K | 4K @60fps | 4K @60fps | 5K | 4K @60fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | true | true | true | true | false | true |
| Weight (g) | 966 | 1179 | 590 | 635 | 726 | 62 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Af | Evf | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujifilm X-T4 | 95 | 42.8 | 90.7 | 85.2 | 89.9 | 88.3 | 98.6 | 95.5 | 33.4 | 98 | 90 |
| Nikon Z 9 Compare | 97 | 97.5 | 99.6 | 92.1 | 97.4 | 98.9 | 99.2 | 86.9 | 96.1 | 92.4 | 90 |
| Canon EOS R 6 Mark II Compare | 99.1 | 96.2 | 96.8 | 95.9 | 89.9 | 94.9 | 99.4 | 95.5 | 96.1 | 98 | 90 |
| Sony Alpha a7 IV Compare | 98.1 | 96.5 | 97.6 | 76.7 | 89.9 | 97.5 | 98 | 95.5 | 96.1 | 98 | 90 |
| Panasonic Lumix GH 7 Compare | 94.1 | 96.2 | 81.8 | 98 | 94.8 | 73 | 96.3 | 86.9 | 96.1 | 98 | 99.4 |
| OM System OM 1 Mark II Compare | 98.7 | 98.4 | 75.6 | 99 | 86.1 | 72.2 | 98 | 95.5 | 96.1 | 98 | 99.8 |
Verdict
Buy this if you're a serious hybrid creator who values video features, classic controls, and a great shooting experience. Skip it if you need the absolute best autofocus for sports, or if weather-sealing is a must-have for you.