X-T50vs ZV-1 II
Fujifilm
X-T50 (2024)
Starting from £1099 new
Best for Enthusiast photographers who prioritise style and resolution
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Enthusiast Photographers Who Prioritise Style And Resolution — X-T50 (2024): The most stylish 40MP camera available — a Film Simulation dial, a compact body, and flagship sensor quality.
Pocket Vlogging — ZV-1 II (2023): The best pocket vlogging camera — 1-inch sensor, ultrawide zoom, flip screen, and real-time Eye AF in a shirt pocket.
Who should buy what
X-T50 (2024)
- Fujifilm fans who want the latest 40MP sensor in the most stylish body
- Photographers who value the Film Simulation dial for quick creative control
- Travel and street shooters who want a compact, eye-catching camera
- X-T30 II or X-S20 owners looking for a meaningful resolution upgrade
ZV-1 II (2023)
- Vloggers and content creators who want a pocketable fixed-lens camera
- Travellers who want 4K video and a flip screen in a jacket-pocket size
- ZV-1 owners who want a wider lens and improved subject tracking
- Beginners who want a simple, capable vlogging camera without changing lenses
Quick take: The x-t50 has the highest resolution at 40mp; the zv-1 ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T50 (2024) | ZV-1 II (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,099 | £649 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HR | 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor RS CMOS |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, subject detection AF | Phase-detect + contrast, 315 points, Real-time Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | Optical SteadyShot (OIS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 15fps |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA) | ~260 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 438g (with battery and card) | 292g |
| Dimensions | 123.8 × 84 × 48.8mm | 105.5 × 60.0 × 43.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.62× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.0" fully tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed zoom — 18–50mm f/1.8–4.0 equiv |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T50 | ZV-1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Family & Everyday | — |
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