Fujifilm X-T1 is one of the newest and the best mirrorless camera today. This camera has a high speed and high ability to produce outstanding image quality with minimal disruption and external controls that can inspire a photographer become more professional. The camera features 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II Sensor, EXR Processor II, 0.5″ 2,360k-Dot 0.77x OLED Viewfinder, 3.0″ 1,040k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor, Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps, and has Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity. It also offer an Intelligent Hybrid AF and Focus Peaking, Continuous Shooting up to 8 fps, and Includes EF-X8 Shoe-Mount Flash Unit. While the body construction is equipped with a Weather-Resistant to protect itself from dust and moisture, as well as temperatures as low as 14°F, for confident use in trying conditions. It will be sold on march with price of $1,299.00.

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Features & Design
Like the rumors which it’s no secret that the Fujifilm X-T1 has a retro-style body design made of metal which feels sturdy and resistant to all weather. With Weather-Resistant features, this camera has a resistance to dust and water so it is suitable for outdoor shooting. Meanwhile, the control of this camera is quite intuitive for experienced photographers. At the top, there are 5 control buttons are made of aluminum to set the shutter speed, exposure compensation, ISO, metering and drive modes.
From the layout of the buttons on the top, visible Fn key is used to activate the WiFi flanked by two large buttons so that only a little available space for your fingers to access the Fn key. While under the ISO button, there is a button to adjust the shooting mode and at the bottom of shutter speed button there is a button for metering modes. To activate the ISO button and shutter speed, you have to press the button that is located on the center of both the key.
If you want to record video, you only need to press a special button video recorder located at the top right in front of the camera exposure button. Meanwhile, at the back of the camera you will find the Delete button and playback right on the left of the viewfinder. To the right of the viewfinder, you can use the AE-L button, rear command button, and AF-L button. Alongside of LCD Monitor there are several key buttons with a four-way button include the OK button in the center, the focus button, Q button which functions to quickly access the camera menu and the Display button.
Speaking about the viewfinder, the X-T1 is equipped with a large electronic viewfinder with OLED technology which has a resolution of 2,360 k-dot so it is clear to see the images and the camera menu. Meanwhile, LCD Monitor itself measures 3.0-inch with a resolution of 1,040 k-dot which can be tilted for easy shooting from low/high angle. Fuji has its own reason not to complete the X-T1 with touchscreen feature, namely that the LCD monitor remains clean without fingerprints so that a more awake clarity and sharpness of the images on the screen when viewing.
To facilitate the users to transfer photos and videos, Fujifilm X-T1 offers WiFi connectivity. This connectivity helps the user to transfer their images to a compatible electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops.
Performance & Image Quality
Beside offers a high-quality design of the body, the Fujifilm X-T1 also provide high performance and exceptional image quality. And before we discuss about image quality, we will tell how the performance of this latest mirrorless camera.
Fujiflim claimed that the Fujifilm X-T1 is made with fast autofocus performance and operation has been enhanced as the fastest in the world. It has a speed of focusing 0.08 seconds, 0.5 seconds for the start time, 0.05 seconds for the shutter speed of response, and 0.5 seconds for shooting time lag. Not only that, thanks to the EXR Processor II image processor capable, you can shoot continuously at speeds of up to 8fps with autofocus.
Speaking of image quality, Fujifilm X-T1 had no doubt capable of producing images with outstanding quality. This is not too surprising given its predecessor was also able to produce incredible images, the Fujifilm X-E2. Looking at the images produced by the Fujifilm X-T1, this camera is capable of capturing images with excellent color and detail. JPEG image looks free of noise with astonishing detail at ISO 100-6400, began little visible noise at ISO 12800 and sufficiently reduce image quality at ISO 25600.
As for video quality, Fujifilm X-T1 is also capable of recording video awesome. The camera is capable of recording Full HD 1080p video at 60fps with a wide selection of frame rates and formats that you can choose as you wish. The video recording process is supported by an Intelligent Hybrid AF and Focus Peaking to acquire focus quickly and ensure the sharpness of the video quality. Not only that, users can also adjust exposure compensation during video recording as well as using the simulation feature film to improve the video quality.
Should I buy the camera?
From the results of review above, it can be concluded that the Fujifilm X-T1 is one of the best mirrorless camera today that can compete with the best mirrorless cameras from Olympus and Sony. Besides being able to produce outstanding image quality, the X-T1 also comes with a fast and intuitive controls, includes an impressive viewfinder, LCD Monitor, and Weather-Resistant Body Construction. To be sure, the Fujifilm X-T1 will be one of the best players in the class of mirrorless cameras. Fufjifilm X-T1 is priced $1,299.00 for body-only.
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Imaging
Lens Mount Fujifilm X Mount
Camera Format APS-C (1.5x Crop Factor)
Pixels
+ Actual: 16.7 Megapixel
+ Effective: 16.3 Megapixel
Max Resolution 4896 x 3264
Sensor Type / Size CMOS, 23.6 x 15.6 mm
File Formats
+ Still Images: JPEG, RAW
+ Movies: H.264, MOV
+ Audio: Linear PCM (Stereo)
Dust Reduction System Yes
Memory Card Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
AV Recording
Video Recording Yes
Resolution
+ 1920 x 1080: 60 fps, 30 fps
+ 1280 x 720: 60 fps, 30 fps
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Video Clip Length Up to 27 Min
Audio Recording
+ Built-in Mic: With Video, Stereo
+ Optional External Mic: With Video
Focus System
Focus Type Auto & Manual
Focus Mode Single-servo AF (S), Continuous-servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M)
Autofocus Points Contrast Detection: 49
Viewfinder/Display
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Viewfinder Size 0.5″
Viewfinder Pixel Count 2,360,000
Viewfinder Eye Point 23.00 mm
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification Approx. 0.77x
Diopter Adjustment – 4 to +2 m
Display Screen 3″ Rear Screen Tilting LCD (1,040,000)
Screen Coverage 100%
Exposure System
ISO Sensitivity Auto, 200-6400 (Extended Mode: 100-51200)
Shutter
+ Type: Electronic & Mechanical
+ Speed: 30 – 1/4000 sec
+ Type: Electronic & Mechanical
+ Speed: 1/4 – 1/4000 sec in Program Mode
+ Type: Electronic & Mechanical
+ Speed: 60 – 0 min in Bulb Mode
+ Type: Electronic & Mechanical
+ Speed: 30 – 1/2 sec in Time Mode
Remote Control RR-90 (Optional)
Metering Method Average metering, Multi-zone metering, Spot metering
Exposure Modes
+ Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual, Programmed Auto, Shutter Priority
+ Compensation: -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV steps)
White Balance Modes Automatic Scene Recognition, Color Temperature, Custom, Fine, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
Burst Rate
+ Up to 8 fps at 16.3 MP for up to 47 frames
+ Up to 3 fps at 16.3 MP
Flash
Flash Modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Commander, Commander/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Rear Curtain Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Rear Sync, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Suppressed Flash
Max Sync Speed 1 / 180 sec
Dedicated Flash System TTL
External Flash Connection Hot Shoe, PC Terminal
Performance
Start-up Time 0.5 Seconds
Shutter Lag 0.05 Seconds
Continuous Shooting Up to 8 fps
Self Timer 10 sec, 2 sec
Interval Recording Yes
Connectivity 2.5mm Sub-mini (2-Ring), HDMI C (Mini), USB 2.0, X-Sync Socket
Wi-Fi Capable Yes
Included Software Requirements
+ Windows: XP, Vista, 7, 8
+ Mac: OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8
Battery
Type: 1x NP-W126 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, 7.2VDC, 1260mAh
Operating/Storage Temperature
Operating
14 to 104°F (-10 to 40°C)
Humidity: 10 – 80%
Physical
Dimensions (WxHxD) 5.1 x 3.5 x 1.8″ / 129.0 x 89.8 x 46.7 mm Minimum depth: 1.3″ / 33.4 mm
Weight 15.52 oz / 440 g with battery and memory card
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Fujifilm X-T1 Sample Photos
– Fujifilm X-T1 Sample Photos @ Fujifilm
– Fujifilm X-T1 Sample Photos @ Photographyblog
– Fujifilm X-T1 Sample Photos @ Flickr
Fujifilm X-T1 User Manual (PDF)
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