Upgrade Guide
Fujifilm X-Pro2→Fujifilm X-T2
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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The X-T2 offers little measurable spec improvement over the X-Pro2. Spend the money on glass instead.
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ResolutionSimilar (24MP)
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-Pro2 | X-T2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Street | — | ||
| Travel | — | ||
| Portrait | +2.0 | ||
| Landscape | +2.0 | ||
| Sports | — | ||
| Wildlife | +3.0 | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — |
Full spec comparison
| Spec | X-Pro2 | X-T2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £549 | |
| Released | 2016 | 2016 | |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | |
| Resolution | 24MP | 24MP | |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast-detect AF — much improved over X-Pro1 | Phase-detect hybrid AF (325 points), 0.08s AF speed, face detection | |
| Stabilisation | None | None | |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 8fps mechanical; 14fps with optional VPB-XT2 vertical grip | |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | ~350 shots (NP-W126S); ~500 shots with optional vertical grip | |
| Weight | 495g body only | 507g (with battery and card) | ↓ |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — improved magnification and clarity over X-Pro1 | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.77× magnification | |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.62M dots | 3.0" 3-direction tilting LCD, 1.04M dots (no touch) | |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fujifilm X-mount | |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual SD UHS-II (UHS-I in second slot) |
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