Fujifilm X-T1

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Fujifilm X-T1 review

The X-T1 is a blindingly good camera, worthy of world-class shutter operators. If there’s one complaint, it’s the lack of in-camera image stabilisation. If you’ll allow us another, there’s the price of Fujifilm’s X-mount lenses. You’ll get beautiful glass, but covering off a decent focal range will take you well over a grand on top of the body cost. We’re not overly concerned about the lack of a touchscreen, but there are plenty of people who enjoy tap-to-focus, and for them the E-M1 will be a better option. To answer the initial question of whether the X-T1 can shoot the Olympus E-M1 off the top spot: not quite, but there’s very little in it. READ MORE: The 10 Best System Cameras in the World right now

Fujifilm X-T1 review review

Fujifilm X-T1 Review

The Fujifilm X-T1 is a terrific mirrorless camera, and the best one you'll find in the X system. The Fujifilm X-T1 ($1,299.95, body only) is one heck of a camera. The 16-megapixel mirrorless shooter features Fuji's unique X-Trans image sensor system, loads of physical controls, and a sturdy body that's sealed against the elements. It's also got the best EVF we've yet seen in a mirrorless camera, integrated Wi-Fi, and a lens system that's built on a foundation of high-quality prime lenses. If the mirrorless market wasn't so competitive it would be an easy Editors' Choice, but despite some impressive features and excellent performance, the X-T1 doesn't quite oust our favorite mirrorless camera, the Olympus OM-D E-M1($799.95 at Amazon), from its Editors' Choice perch. The OM-D has a slightly smaller Micro Four Thirds image sensor, but stays in our good graces thanks to its 10.5fps shooting rate, deep handgrip, touch-screen display, and in-body image stabilization system. The X-T1($1,299.00 at Amazon) has earned a lot of early praise, but some early adopters have noted that, und...

Fujifilm X-T1 Review