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Fujifilm X-T4 Camera Review

Tested using Methodology v0.12.1
Reviewed Feb 08, 2021 at 07:40 am
Latest change: Writing modified Jan 29, 2024 at 09:10 am
Fujifilm X-T4 Picture
7.9
Travel Photography
7.9
Landscape Photography
7.8
Sport & Wildlife Photography
7.7
Raw Photo Performance
7.9
Vlogging
8.4
Studio Video
6.9
Action Video

The Fujifilm X-T4 is a premium APS-C mirrorless camera. It offers very good image quality, impressive recording quality, and good image and video stabilization performance. Its autofocus performance for both photography and video is amazing, allowing you to clearly capture fast-moving objects and people without too much difficulty, although its photo autofocus can be a bit inconsistent. It's also exceptionally well-built and offers a wide range of photo and video configuration options. Unfortunately, it's quite heavy, making it a little tricky to carry from place to place.

Our Verdict

7.9 Travel Photography

The Fujifilm X-T4 is good for travel photography. It delivers very good image quality overall, and you can get good results in darker environments. The autofocus and in-body image stabilization features perform well overall, allowing you to quickly take clear pictures without the use of a tripod. Its 500-shot battery life should last you most of the day, while its metal body feels sturdy enough to take some drops and bumps, though it feels a little heavy.

Pros
  • Very good image quality.
  • Impressive build quality.
  • Good overall autofocus performance.
Cons
  • Shoulder strap attachment point can be obtrusive.
  • Somewhat heavy.
7.9 Landscape Photography

The Fujifilm X-T4 is a good choice for landscape photography. It takes sharp images out of the box, with a good amount of dynamic range to bring out more detail. It also does pretty well in low light, though its noise handling is just decent. Its screen is also clear and legible even in direct sunlight.

Pros
  • Very good image quality.
  • Impressive build quality.
  • Good overall autofocus performance.
  • Fully articulated, high-resolution screen with good brightness.
Cons
  • Shoulder strap attachment point can be obtrusive.
  • Somewhat heavy.
7.8 Sport & Wildlife Photography

The Fujifilm X-T4 is good for sports and wildlife photography. It can shoot at very high continuous speeds and has an effective autofocus system overall, allowing you to clearly capture brief moments. That said, its AF tracking feature isn't the most reliable.

Pros
  • Very good image quality.
  • Impressive build quality.
  • Good overall autofocus performance.
  • High maximum shooting speed.
Cons
  • Shoulder strap attachment point can be obtrusive.
  • Somewhat heavy.
  • AF tracking can be unreliable.
7.7 Raw Photo Performance

The Fujifilm X-T4 has good RAW photo performance. It has good dynamic range to bring out more detail in high-contrast scenes. Its high-resolution sensor also does a great job of resolving fine detail, even when you punch in. That said, its noise performance in low light is only decent, though you can still get good results depending on your lens.

Pros
  • Good dynamic range.
  • Photos look quite sharp and detailed.
Cons
  • Noise handling is just decent.
7.9 Vlogging

The Fujifilm X-T4 is great for vlogging. Its fully articulated screen lets you easily monitor what you're recording while its in-body and optical stabilization features keep videos stable, even when you're on the move. Its autofocus system should also do a fantastic job of tracking and maintaining focus on your face as you record, whether you're shooting in 4k or FHD.

Pros
  • Good overall autofocus performance.
  • Fully articulated, high-resolution screen with good brightness.
  • Impressive video quality.
  • Superb video stabilization performance.
Cons
  • Somewhat heavy.
8.4 Studio Video

The Fujifilm X-T4 is great for studio video. Video quality is excellent, whether you're recording in 4k or FHD. Its continuous autofocus system easily keeps moving faces and objects in focus, although its object tracking can be a bit inconsistent. Unfortunately, it lacks a dedicated headphone jack, necessitating the use of a clunky USB-C adapter.

Pros
  • Good overall autofocus performance.
  • Impressive video quality.
Cons
  • No built-in headphone jack.
6.9 Action Video

The Fujifilm X-T4 isn't designed for action video but offers decent performance. It isn't small enough to be mounted on a head rig, and it isn't waterproof. That said, it's sturdy enough to take minor drops and bumps and offers great video recording quality, regardless of whether you're filming in 4k or FHD. It can also record FHD video in 120 fps or 240 fps for the express purpose of generating slow-motion video, as playback is limited to 30 fps.

Pros
  • Impressive video quality.
  • Superb video stabilization performance.
  • Supports 120 fps and 240 fps recording with slow motion playback.
Cons
  • Shoulder strap attachment point can be obtrusive.
  • Somewhat heavy.
  • Not waterproof.
  • 7.9 Travel Photography
  • 7.9 Landscape Photography
  • 7.8 Sport & Wildlife Photography
  • 7.7 Raw Photo Performance
  • 7.9 Vlogging
  • 8.4 Studio Video
  • 6.9 Action Video
  1. Updated Jan 29, 2024: Added text to the 'Raw Photo Performance' verdict box and updated existing verdict boxes for clarity and accuracy.
  2. Updated Jan 29, 2024: Converted to Test Bench 0.12.1.
  3. Updated Aug 14, 2023: We've updated the sensor type to 'BSI CMOS' to reflect the sensor's back-illuminated design. We previously only noted that it was a 'CMOS' sensor.
  4. Updated Aug 09, 2023: Added a link to the Fujifilm X-T5 to the 'Screen' section of the review.
  5. Updated Jun 15, 2023: Added a link to the Fujifilm X-H2S in the 'Photo AF-C Tracking' box.
  6. Updated Jun 06, 2023: We've updated the 'App Name' in the 'Menu System' section of the review to reflect this camera's compatibility with Fujifilm's new XApp.
  7. Updated May 04, 2023: Added link to the Fujifilm X-H2 in the 'Ergonomics & Comfort' box.
  8. Updated Apr 05, 2023: Added a link to the Canon EOS R7 in the '4k Video Frame Rate' box.
  9. Updated Dec 14, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 0.12.
  10. Updated Nov 21, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 0.11.
  11. Updated Sep 23, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 0.10.
  12. Updated Aug 16, 2022: After running into issues with RawTherapee during retesting for Test Bench 0.9, we decided to process the 'Photo RAW Dynamic Range' test scene in Lightroom instead. The test scene photo has been reuploaded.
  13. Updated Jul 29, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 0.9.
  14. Updated Apr 22, 2022: After reviewing the low light sample videos, we've increased the 'Low Light Capability in FHD' score to more accurately reflect this camera's performance.
  15. Updated Apr 22, 2022: There was some slight motion blur in our original JPEG test scene photo at base ISO, so we've retaken the photo and re-uploaded it to the 'Photo JPEG Noise' and the 'Test Scene Pictures Download' sections.
  16. Updated Apr 22, 2022: Converted to Test Bench 0.8.
  17. Updated Jun 28, 2021: Retested object tracking success rate for photo. Updated 'Autofocus' box accordingly.
  18. Updated Jun 18, 2021: Corrected 'FHD Frame Rate' for accuracy and to better reflect users.
  19. Updated May 31, 2021: Update the 'Water Resistance' field to indicate 'Weather-Sealed', as it was incorrectly set to 'No.'
  20. Updated Apr 12, 2021: Corrected input error in 'Tested Lens' field.
  21. Updated Apr 02, 2021: Corrected input error in 'Recording Light' field in the 'Video Feature' section.
  22. Updated Feb 08, 2021: Review published.

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

The Fujifilm X-T4 comes in two color variants: 'Black' and 'Silver'. We tested the 'Black' variant with the FUJINON XF 18-55mm F/2.8-4 R lens; you can see its label here. We expect the 'Silver' variant to perform similarly overall.

You can also purchase it in either color scheme with the FUJINON XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR lens or without a lens at all, but we haven't tested the performance of these variants.

If someone comes across a differently-equipped variant of the Fujifilm X-T4, let us know in the forums, and we'll update our review.

Compared To Other Cameras

Fujifilm X-T5

The Fujifilm X-T5 marks a return to the photography-oriented roots of the X-T series after the more hybrid design of the Fujifilm X-T4. Both are very capable cameras for photography and video, but the fully articulated screen of the X-T4 is better suited to video work, while the three-way tilting screen of the X-T5 is better for photography. The X-T5 is just a touch lighter and more portable, and its new high-resolution sensor captures more detailed photos with more cropping leeway.

Fujifilm X-T30 II

The Fujifilm X-T4 is better overall than the Fujifilm X-T30 II, though they both use the same sensor, so image quality is roughly on par between them. If you prefer a more robust camera with weather-sealing, a bigger high-resolution viewfinder, and a fully articulated screen, get the X-T4. If you're looking for something smaller and easier to carry around, the X-T30 II is still a great option. However, the X-T4 also has better internal video recording capability, so it's a better option for video work.

Fujifilm X-H2

The Fujifilm X-H2 and the Fujifilm X-T4 are both excellent APS-C cameras, but they're aimed at slightly different users. The X-H2 is a bit more powerful, with a higher-resolution sensor, upgraded autofocus system, and video recording in up to 8k resolution. However, it's a lot bulkier than the Fujifilm X-T4, which is the better choice for users who want a more portable hybrid camera.

Fujifilm X-H2S

The Fujifilm X-H2S is more capable than the Fujifilm X-T4, with an improved autofocus system, better internal video capability, and a stacked sensor design that allows for faster burst shooting with minimal rolling shutter effect. That said, it can also be overkill for many people, particularly if you don't need its advanced filmmaking features. The X-T4 may be better if you want a more portable hybrid camera with dedicated exposure control dials.

Sony α7 IV

The Sony α7 IV and the Fujifilm X-T4 are both great hybrid photo/video cameras, but they use different-sized sensors. Because the Fujifilm uses an APS-C sensor, it's more portable than the Sony, but both cameras are well-built,  are weather-sealed, and have fully articulated touchscreens. The Fuji also has a faster max burst rate and better overall stabilization. On the other hand, the Sony's full-frame sensor gives it better low-light and high-ISO performance and better dynamic range. When it comes to video, both cameras can shoot 4k / 60 fps, although the Sony incurs a larger crop at this frame rate, and they can both record 10-bit 4:2:2 video internally. While the higher-resolution full-frame sensor on the Sony offers some advantages over the Fujifilm, the Fuji is still competitive, especially if you prefer a more compact form factor.

OM SYSTEM OM-1

The Fujifilm X-T4 and the OM SYSTEM OM-1 perform similarly overall, though they use different-sized sensors. Both cameras have highly effective IBIS systems, decent if somewhat inconsistent autofocus systems, and similar video specs. That said, the Fujifilm is a bit more portable, with dedicated exposure dials that give it a slightly more hands-on shooting experience. The OM SYSTEM, on the other hand, offers faster electronic burst shooting and more computational photography modes, along with generally smaller lenses.

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III

The Fujifilm X-T4 and the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III are both great all-around cameras, but the Fujifilm has a slight edge thanks to its larger sensor, slightly more compact design, and more advanced video features. Though the Fujifilm isn't quite as comfortable to shoot with, its APS-C sensor has better noise handling and dynamic range than the smaller Micro Four Thirds sensor of the Olympus. It also has a better battery life and higher-resolution EVF. That said, the Olympus has a faster max burst rate and extra features like a high-resolution photo mode and digital ND filters that still make it an appealing option for photography. However, when it comes to video, the Fujifilm offers better internal recording, higher bit rates, and 4k / 60 fps recording. 

PENTAX K-3 Mark III

The PENTAX K-3 Mark III and the Fujifilm X-T4 are both premium APS-C cameras, but they use different technologies with different advantages and disadvantages. The PENTAX is a DSLR, so it's heavier and bulkier, but it has an optical viewfinder and longer battery life. The Fujifilm, on the other hand, is a mirrorless camera, allowing for a much more portable body. It also performs significantly better when it comes to video features and autofocus tracking. 

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Test Results

perceptual testing image
Design
6.2
Design
Portability
Height
3.7" (9.5 cm)
Width
5.3" (13.5 cm)
Depth
2.2" (5.7 cm)
Volume
44.6 in³ (731.0 cm³)
Weight
1.38 lbs (0.63 kg)
8.5
Design
Build Quality

  • Feels very solid overall, with a mostly metal construction
  • Controls operate tightly and precisely
  • Hinge for its fully-articulated screen feels sturdy
  • Input and output compartment is covered by a rubber flap

Design
Body
Body Type
SLR-Style
Water Resistance
Weather-Sealed
Mirrorless
Yes
Rugged
No
Hot Shoe
Yes
Customizable Button
Yes
Command Dial
4
Tripod Mount
Yes
Lens Mount
X Mount
Built-In Flash
No
Fastest Shutter Speed
1/8,000 s
Design
In The Box

  • Fujifilm X-T4 mirrorless camera
  • FUJINON XF 18-55mm F/2.8-4 R lens
  • Lens hood
  • 1x NP-W235 battery
  • Shoulder strap
  • USB charger
  • USB-C to analog audio adapter
  • USB-C to USB-C cable
  • Owner's manual

7.0
Design
Ergonomics & Comfort
Hand Grip: Small Hand
Yes
Hand Grip: Medium Hand
Yes
Hand Grip: Large Hand
Yes
Hand Grip: Extra-Large Hand
Yes

  • Grip is deep enough to be well-suited for a wide variety of hand sizes
  • Dedicated physical controls for changing ISO, shutter speed, and aperture, allowing you to make adjustments without the need to navigate through the camera's menu system
  • Attachment point for its shoulder strap is in an inconvenient location, as it can interfere with finger placement on the handgrip as well as access to the shutter button, even when the shoulder strap isn't attached
  • Shutter button offers little in the way of feedback when it's pressed
  • Rubber eyecup around its viewfinder isn't especially comfortable to hold your eye against
  • If you want a similar camera with better ergonomics, consider the Fujifilm X-H2.

Design
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type
Electronic
Advertised Coverage
100%
Advertised Resolution
3.69 million dots
Advertised Magnification
0.75
9.0
Design
Screen
Screen Articulation Type
Fully-Articulated
Screen Max Brightness
856 cd/m²
Advertised Resolution
1.62 million dots
Size
2.9" (7.5 cm)
Touchscreen
Limited

If you prefer tilting screens, check out the Fujifilm X-T5.

8.0
Design
Menu System
Guide Mode
No
App Name
Fujifilm XApp

  • Interface is very easy to navigate
  • There are some visual aids to help you understand a few of the functions
  • No built-in user guide to help understand some of its proprietary terminology

not tested
Design
Built-In Lens
Maximum Aperture
No built-in lens
Max Aperture (Full-Frame Equivalent)
N/A
Minimum Focal Length
N/A
Maximum Focal Length
N/A
Max Focal Length (Full-Frame Equivalent)
N/A
Optical Image Stabilization
No
Luminance
N/A
Light Falloff
N/A
Design
Sensor
Sensor Type
BSI CMOS
Advertised Effective Pixels
26.1 MP
Sensor Size
APS-C
Processor
X-Processor 4
Extended ISO Minimum
80
Native ISO Minimum (Base ISO)
160
Native ISO Maximum
12,800
Tested Firmware
1.60
8.0
Design
Battery
Battery Type
Fujifilm NP-W235
USB Charging
Yes
Power Delivery While Recording
Yes
Advertised Battery Life In Photo
500 photos
Tested Battery Life In Video
89 min
Photo General
7.3
Photo General
Photo Shooting Speed
Low Speed Continuous
7 fps
High Speed Continuous
12 fps
Silent Shooting Continuous
20 fps
Raw Buffer Size
37 Photos
JPEG Buffer Size
168 Photos
Buffer Empty Time
19 s
5.5
Photo General
Photo AF-C Tracking
Autofocus Tracking Shots
Perfect Focus Hit Rate
41%
Usable Focus Hit Rate
53%

For a Fujifilm camera with improved AF tracking, check out the Fujifilm X-H2S.

10
Photo General
Photo AF-C Center Point
Autofocus Center Point Shots
Perfect Focus Hit Rate
100%
Usable Focus Hit Rate
100%
9.0
Photo General
Photo Image Stabilization
Minimum Shutter Speed Achieved
1/5 s
In-Body Image Stabilization
Yes
Photo Image Quality
7.8
Photo Image Quality
Photo RAW Dynamic Range
Dynamic Range At Base ISO
10.0 f-stops
Dynamic Range At 1/500s Exposure Time
8.4 f-stops
Dynamic Range At 1/2000s Exposure Time
7.0 f-stops
Dynamic Range At 1/4000s Exposure Time
6.3 f-stops
8.2
Photo Image Quality
Photo RAW Sharpness
Vertical Edge MTF50 At Base ISO
1,879 LW/PH
Horizontal Edge MTF50 At Base ISO
1,851 LW/PH
7.2
Photo Image Quality
Photo RAW Noise
SNR 18% At 1/8 Exposure Time (125 ms)
34.1dB
SNR 18% At 1/30 Exposure Time (33 ms)
30.8 dB
SNR 18% At 1/125 Exposure Time (8 ms)
26.2 dB
SNR 18% At 1/500 Exposure Time (2 ms)
20.2dB
Pictures Sample Gallery
Pictures Sample Gallery
The Skate Park Picture
JPEG Skate Park Picture Download
RAW Skate Park Picture Download
Pictures Sample Gallery
The Polish Church Picture
JPEG Polish Church Picture Download
RAW Polish Church Picture Download
Pictures Sample Gallery
The Studio Picture
JPEG Studio Picture Download
RAW Studio Picture Download
Pictures Sample Gallery
The Stairway Picture
JPEG Stairway Picture Download
RAW Stairway Picture Download
Video General
Video General
Video Features
Full HD Video
Yes
4k Video
Yes
6k Video
No
Clean HDMI Output
Yes
Advertised Max Chroma Sampling Over HDMI
4:2:2
Advertised Max Bit Depth Over HDMI
10 bits
Log Picture Profile
Yes
Recording Light
Yes
Video General
Audio
Audio Test Sample
Audio Recording
Stereo
Microphone Level Display
Yes
Video General
Video File Format And Compression
MP4 H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC
Yes
MP4 H.265 / HEVC
No
MOV H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC
Yes
MOV H.265 / HEVC
Yes
AVCHD H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC
No
All-I Compression
Yes
4k Video
9.2
4k Video
4k Video Frame Rate
240 fps In 4k
No
120 fps In 4k
No
60 fps In 4k
Yes, with a Crop
30 fps In 4k
Yes
24 fps In 4k
Yes
4k Crop At Max Available fps
1.16 x

If you'd like a camera that can record 4k at 60 fps without a crop, check out the Canon EOS R7.

8.5
4k Video
4k Video Internal Recording
Bitrate Maximum In 4k
400 Mbps
Bitrate Minimum In 4k
100 Mbps
Chroma Sampling In 4k
4:2:0
Bit Depth In 4k
10 Bit
Record Time Limit In 4k
30 min
Overheat Recording Interruptions in 4k
1

If you're looking for a camera that can do 4:2:2 subsampling internally, consider the Panasonic LUMIX GH5s.

9.6
4k Video
4k Video Autofocus Performance
Object Tracking In 4k
9.7
Face Tracking In 4k
9.4
Face Detection In 4k
Yes
Eye Detection In 4k
Yes
8.5
4k Video
4k Video Quality
Low Light Capability In 4k
8.0
Test Scene Extract In 4k
9.0
6.4
4k Video
4k Video Rolling Shutter Effect
4k Rolling Shutter
5.7°
Full HD Video
9.7
Full HD Video
FHD Video Frame Rate
240 fps In FHD
Yes, with a Crop
120 fps In FHD
Yes, with a Crop
60 fps In FHD
Yes
30 fps In FHD
Yes
24 fps In FHD
Yes
FHD Crop At Max Available fps
1.3 x

The Fujifilm X-T4 is capable of recording FHD video in 120 fps and 240 fps, but it only allows for playback of this footage in slow motion at 30 fps. This feature is available in the 'Full HD High Speed Rec' menu (see here and here). Enabling it also incurs a crop.

8.8
Full HD Video
FHD Video Internal Recording
Bitrate Maximum In FHD
200 Mbps
Bitrate Minimum In FHD
50 Mbps
Chroma Sampling In FHD
4:2:0
Bit Depth In FHD
10 Bit
Record Time Limit in FHD
30 min
9.6
Full HD Video
FHD Video Autofocus Performance
Object Tracking In FHD
9.5
Face Tracking In FHD
9.5
Face Detection In FHD
Yes
Eye Detection In FHD
Yes
7.8
Full HD Video
FHD Video Quality
Low Light Capability In FHD
7.5
Test Scene Extract In FHD
8.0
7.0
Full HD Video
FHD Video Rolling Shutter Effect
FHD Rolling Shutter
4.0°
Storage And Connectivity
Storage And Connectivity
Storage
Card 1 Slot
SD Card UHS-II
Card 2 Slot
SD Card UHS-II
8.7
Storage And Connectivity
Inputs / Outputs
USB
USB-C
HDMI
Micro (Type D)
Headphones
Yes, via Included Adapter
Microphone
Stereo
Wi-Fi
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes