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1 SWITCH IT UP
An important aspect of any
hybrid camera is the ability to
quickly transfer between stills
and video. Fujifilm has included
a new Still/Movie switch under
the control dial – replacing the 3
metering mode – to do just that. 1

2 SHAKE IT OFF
A brand new image
stabilisation system has been
implemented, which now uses
magnets for a higher detection
rate. It offers an impressive 6.5 2
stops with a compatible lens.

3 FEEL THE POWER
Fujifilm has replaced the
previous battery with a larger
NP-W235 that allows a battery life
of up to 500 shots, or 600 in
Economy mode. In real-world
terms, we managed a lot longer.
HIGHLY
RATED
PRICE
£1549

VIDEO
DCI 4K 60P
FUJIFILM X-T4
IMAGE RESOLUTION
26.1MP
Perfect is 4

underrated

Fujifilm breaks the X-T mould with image stabilisation,

outstanding video and sumptuous stills. Kirk Schwarz
finds out if the X-T4 is too good to be true.

UJIFILM HAS Main features rate now tops out at 15fps
released the Building on the success of mechanical, while still
fourth camera in our previous Gear of the offering the blistering
its popular X-T Year winner, the X-T4 30fps Sports Finder mode.
line-up, aiming bears more than a passing The AF gives the same
F to capture both resemblance to the X-T3. 425-point phase detect
the hearts and trigger You get the X-Trans 4 sensibility, though a new
fingers of photographers and sensor, with its 26.1MP algorithm promises AF
videographers alike. With its BSI design, as well as the speeds up to 0.02sec – tied
range of new, oft-requested X-Processor 4 that allows with the class leader. It
innovations, plus the tried for some hefty feats in comes with a 5-axis image
and tested Fujifilm staples, terms of ISO handling, stabilisation system that can 4 DIAL UP
we ask if the X-T4 is set to fast capture rates and work with lenses to provide Fujifilm’s top-plate
is very similar to the X-T3,
become an instant classic in high-quality video. up to 6.5 stops of shake with all the dials in their
the world of hybrid CSCs, or Then, in any areas where compensation, and a new usual place. However, the
whether Fujifilm is guilty of it does differ, it’s to make boost mode that helps to function button is now found
gilding the lily? improvements. The burst unlock hidden potential. alongside the shutter button.

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