Announced: | 22 Jan 2020 |
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Sensor Resolution: | 24Mp |
Sensor Type: | APS-C CMOS |
ISO: | 200-12800 |
Weight: | 370g |
Physical Dimensions: | 121 x 84 x 55 mm |
Viewfinder: | Electronic |
Screen Type: | 3.5" Fully articulated |
Video Resolutions: | 3840 x 2160 |
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Fuji X-T200: full review
The Fujifilm X-T200 is the entry level mirrorless model that is proposed as the successor to the X-T100, of 2018. Available in three different versions - black, dark silver and champagne gold - the Fuji X-T200 is a good middle ground between professional and amateur photography. From an aesthetic point of view, it’s very similar to the T100, the X-T200 however has a new handle in the front section of the camera body that the previous model did not have. And then, this is the main news, it can boast a large fully orientable display, one of the main improvements over the X-T100.
With the usual slightly vintage design of this series, the Fuji X-T200 has in itself the most appreciable innovations starting from a 24.2-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, more advanced and with new specifications that allows it to read faster. It is not the most valuable X-Trans, intended for Top cameras, but the revised CMOS offers an ISO sensitivity that can be extended up to 51,200. The AutoFocus of this Fujifilm X-T200 has also improved: 425 points with Face and Eye Detection. Let's not forget the 4K 30fps video recordings (without crop) and a burst of 8 frames per second, two more than the X-T100.
Fujifilm X-T200: ergonomics and body design
Compared to the X-T100, the Fujifilm X-T200 shows some differences in ergonomics and usability. First, the more stable and pronounced handle compared to the T100 model. A better grip is felt during long sessions, in this case, there has been an improvement. With a larger display, the layout of the controls in this Fuji X-T200 are reduced and the D-Pad is not there anymore, instead there’s a joystick that has not convinced us very much, because it is not very friendly especially if you use the electronic viewfinder.
The Fujifilm X-T200 has minute dimensions (121x83.7x55.1mm) and has been assembled with cheaper plastic materials than the X-T30. The camera body of only 370 grams does not offer great tactile sensation, despite the overall structure being quite discreet. The buttons on the rear panel are few and small, and the presence of the joystick does not facilitate usability.
The mode dial is located on the top and is accompanied by two other small wheels (shutter, exposure) that require the movement of the hand from the handle. On the left side (always on the top side) there is another ring in a more convenient position, also for usage during video recordings. It's smooth and easy to reach with the thumb, positioned next to the flash button.
Fujifilm X-T200: the display and the EVF viewfinder
From the Fujifilm X-T200 display you can access most of the camera features and this is the reason why the keys, as just seen, are very few. For those coming from a smartphone photographic experience, the SR + automatic mode can be selected for a shooting experience that is quite reminiscent of the one on phones.
Besides being larger than the previous model, the 3.5-inch LCD display is fully articulated and with a higher resolution (2.76 megapixels) which makes this panel very sharp. The 16:9 format seems to be meant for video bloggers and selfie lovers, due to its similarity to smartphone displays.
From the monitor you can also adjust the audio levels, which can also be viewed on the viewfinder - a 2.36 megapixel EVF OLED , 0.62x magnification - whose presence is the most obvious difference as compared to the Fuji X-A7. The Fujifilm X-T200 has a 3.5mm microphone input but unfortunately does not have a headphone jack.
Fujifilm X-T200: technical characteristics
Sensor (24.2 MP): APS-C, 23.5 x 15.7 mm (aspect ratio 3: 2, multiplication factor 1.5x compared to FF sensor)
ISO sensitivity: 200-12800 (1/3 step); Extended output: ISO100 / ISO25600 / ISO51200
Exposure: Shutter speed 4”- 1/32000; Compensation: +/- 5 stops in 1/3 steps; Exposure Mode: M, S, A, P, Scene
AutoFocus : 425 points
Burst : 8fps
Shutter speed : 4s-1 / 4000s (mechanical shutter)
Display LCD Touchscreen: 3.5 inch, aspect ratio 16: 9, 2.760K points, various -angle, TFT color
Resolution EVF viewfinder: 1024 x 768 px
Flash : manual pop-up
Video mode : 4K (3840x2160p) 30 FPS; Full HD (1920 x 1080); HD (1280 x 720); 1: 1 Full HD (1080 x 1080); 1: 1 HD (720 x 720)
High Speed Movie (1920x1080): 2x / 4x / 5x
Video File Format : MPEG-4
Dimensions and Weight : 121x83.7x55.1mm / 370 grams
Storage Media : SD Card (-2GB) / SDHC Card (-32GB) / SDXC Card (-256GB) UHS-I
Connectivity : WiFi 802.11b / g / n, Bluetooth 4.2 LE, USB-C, micro HDMI
Battery: Li-Ion (Fujifilm NP-W126S, capacity 8.70 Wh )
Battery life : 270 shots (in economy 450)
Fujifilm X-T200: Performance and image quality
The Fuji X-T200 has a hybrid AutoFocus system (with Face and Eye Detention) and 425 phase detection points with four modes: All, Zone, Wide angle/Tracking and Single Point (the mode in which you have the maximum AF points, otherwise it’s 117). For a camera of this range this is a remarkable AF system, which gives its maximum while being in still life photography mode. The face detection works very well , even when a person has glasses, but when it comes to the AF Tracking a subject the Fuji X-T200 misses a few shots, especially if you decides to trace a subject other than the one automatically detected, with the "touch to focus" mode. Nothing serious, because overall it is a very good system. The continuous shooting instead has some major flaws because the barrage only perfectly detects the middle frame, due to buffering little snappy. In video clips, subject detection is not provided.
The Fujifilm X-T200 sensor returns good details and natural colors even in non-ideal situations. The dynamic range is not enhanced, but here we are in a full entry level range and the problem can be avoided by intervening on the RAW in post-production, working on the light / shadow parts. The digital noise is rather limited, even in HDR mode is not reached at 3 EV, when even the details start getting lost.
Among the settings of the Fuji X-T200 there is also some tricks that will make smartphone photographers happy, there are also several more advanced functions that are very useful for those who want to approach photography more consciously, such as different exposures, white balance and film simulation.
In terms of ISO sensitivity, nothing to complain about on this Fuji X-T200: the chromatic tone remains good even at 12,800, returning more than acceptable details. Obviously when it comes to image quality, you cannot ignore the type of lens used and the one in the X-T200 kit, not very bright, imposes ISO 6400 for high photographic quality.
Fujifilm X-T200 vs. Fuji X-A7
It has often been said that the big difference between the two models is the absence of the EVF viewfinder in the X-A7, a smaller and 50 grams lighter camera than the X-T200. Very true, but a quite remarkable difference between the two machines is the price. The Fujifilm X-T200 can be purchased on Amazon for 700 pound with the XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ basic lens, while its rival is around 600 pound (with equivalent lens). Currently the Fuji X-A7 is therefore the cheapest choice (with the same sensor, AutoFocus, ISO range and articulated LCD monitor).
On video performance - 4K / 30fps - the good news is that both cameras do not have the crop but with the X-T200 you can also record videos in Full HD 1080p up to 120 fps (against 60 of the X-A7). In addition, the Fuji X-T200 offers a new HDR video mode with improved dynamic range (only up to 60 fps) and the "digital gimbal" which, thanks to the gyroscope and an algorithm, makes videos more stable when not using a support; a useful function when traveling, not to be confused with the stabilization systems of the most advanced cameras.
On the battery - on average between 300 and 400 shots - there are no big differences and between the two models the gap is given by the size, some new video features and by the presence of the viewfinder in the Fuji X-T200. When the prices will end up being the same ... the T200 will undoubtedly be preferred to the (almost) identical rival.
Review | compare Fujifilm X-T200 with | overall score | Portrait | Landscape | Sport | Street | Everyday | |
FujifilmX-T200 | 59 | 49 | 46 | 57 | 66 | 68 | £824.00 | |
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SonyAlpha a1 | 75 | 70 | 70 | 75 | 74 | 76 | buy on | |
SonyAlpha A9 II | 73 | 67 | 67 | 74 | 74 | 76 | buy on | |
SonyAlpha A7c | 72 | 65 | 66 | 69 | 75 | 76 | buy on | |
SonyAlpha A7 IV | 70 | 67 | 67 | 70 | 71 | 72 | buy on | |
OlympusOM-D E-M1 Mark III | 64 | 47 | 45 | 70 | 71 | 74 | buy on | |
PanasonicLumix DC-GH6 | 62 | 47 | 46 | 70 | 64 | 67 | buy on |
The Fujifilm X-T200 is a mirrorless camera launched on 22/01/2020.
Technically speaking, the Fujifilm X-T200 ranks in the average of its category, scoring 59 overall. The Fujifilm X-T200 weights 370 gr and spans 121 x 84 x 55 mm. This means that it is particularly light and small, indeed one of the most handy options within its category.
Going into details, the Fujifilm X-T200 behaves better than average in its category for:
On the contrary, the performance of Fujifilm X-T200 is below the category average in:
However, the technical performance of your camera should be put in context. Indeed, depending on the type of photography you are interested in, each individual camera feature can impact your pictures to a different extent. This is the reason why we developed the iCamRank. iCamRank has been designed to weight all the individual technical specifications of each camera in the camerarace database, depending on different shooting conditions. Thus, here is what we suggest, depending on the photography type you like most:
Last but not least, the price. You can find the Fujifilm X-T200 sold on Amazon for a price comprised between 824.0 GBP and 882.0 GBP, which is in the average for this camera category.
Overall, Fujifilm X-T200 is a good value for money. However, alternatives are also available, which you may want to take into consideration before taking the final decision. Click here to see alternative options.
Sensor Type
CMOS
Sensor Size
APS-C
Sensor Dimensions
23.5 x 15.7 mm
Sensor Area
368.95 mm2
Sensor Resolution
24 Mp
Max Image Resolution
6000 x 4000
Max Native ISO
12800
Min Native ISO
200
RAW Support
Manual Focus
Lens Mount
Fujifilm X
Number of Lenses
51
Focal Length Multiplier
1.5
Screen Type
Fully articulated
Screen Size
3.5"
Screen Resolution
2780Kdot
Live View
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Electronic
Viewfinder Resolution
2360000.0
Viewfinder Coverage
100
Viewfinder Magnification
0.62
Min Shutter Speed
4s
Max Shutter Speed
1/4000s
Continuous Shooting
8fps
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Exposure Compensation
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization
Built-in Flash
Flash Range
7.0
Max Flash Sync
-
Flash Modes
n/a
External Flash
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
DxO Overall Score
DxO Color Depth
DxO Dynamic Range
DxO Low Light ISO
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF MultiArea
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points
425
Number of Cross Focus Points
0
Video Resolutions
3840 x 2160 @ 30p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p MP4 H.264 Linear PCM
Max Video Resolution
3840x2160
Video Formats
MPEG-4 H.264
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Wireless Connectivity
Built-in
HDMI
USB
Yes
Environmental Sealing
Water Proof
Dust Proof
Shock Proof
Crush Proof
Freeze Proof
Weight
370g
Physical Dimensions
121 x 84 x 55 mm
Battery Life
270
Battery Type
Battery Pack
Battery Model
NP-W126S
Self Timer
Yes
Timelapse Recording
GPS
Storage Type
SD SDHC SDXC (UHS-I supported)
Storage Slots
1
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