Without a doubt, the Fuji X-T1 has been a huge success for Fujifilm, becoming one of the most durable, versatile mirrorless cameras with a wide range of lenses. It took me very little time to fall in love with this camera, in the end I bought it for myself. The X-T1 has taken the market by storm, leading many photographers to buy this camera either as a primary camera or as a secondary camera to their full frame DSLR. Despite a large number of offerings from Fuji, including the X-A2, X-E2, X-M1 and X-Pro1, the X-T1 has become the most popular camera. The success of the X-T1 prompted Fuji to create a stripped-down version of the same camera at a more affordable price, and the Fuji X-T10 was born.
Equipped with the same 16MP APS-C X-Trans sensor, same powerful processor, same autofocus system, same battery capacity, same OLED viewfinder (lower magnification), and same continuous burst shooting speed, X- The T10 is of course similar in many ways to the X-T1 - and can certainly produce images of the same quality. And with a $500 price difference, it's easy to imagine that the X-T10 is a better buy than the X-T1. However, it would be ill-advised for the manufacturer to release a cheaper camera with the same features and specifications, as it would undermine the sales of a more expensive, top-end camera.
In the case of the Fuji X-T10, we get a truly stripped-down version of the X-T1, making it easier to pick based on your priorities.
First of all, the X-T10 lacks the all-weather protection of the X-T1, so if you're shooting in challenging environments, the X-T1 is a better choice. Secondly, the X-T10's OLED viewfinder magnification is 0.62x, which is noticeably smaller than the X-T1's 0.77x. Thirdly, the X-T10 has completely different controls - there is no ISO dial, no Focus Assist button, no metering dial, in addition, there are fewer programmable buttons on the body, which means that the user will have to spend more time in the camera menu. With a larger and more massive body, more controls and a much more comfortable grip, the X-T1 is ergonomically superior to the X-T10, especially for people with large hands. In addition, to replace the memory card in the X-T10 you will need to get to the battery compartment, while on the X-T1 the memory card slot is on the side of the case, which is another plus of the X-T1 ergonomics. Fourth, you can install a vertical battery grip on the X-T1, but not on the X-T10 (there are not enough connectors on the underside of the camera body). You can, of course, install a small grip specifically designed for the X-T10, but it is not designed to accept an additional battery, and besides, there are no function buttons and dials on it, so forget about the possibility of convenient photography in both camera orientations: landscape and portrait. Fifth, although the body of the X-T10 is made of magnesium alloy, but compared to the X-T1, it has a lot more plastic parts, which makes Fuji's top-end camera more durable. Sixth, the X-T1 has 6 times the buffer and supports UHS-II memory cards, while the X-T10 does not. Seventh, the X-T10 lacks a flash sync connector on the front of the camera. Finally, the X-T1 has a higher resolution LCD display (1040k dots versus 920kdpi).
Being a more budget-friendly camera, the X-T10 has received a few additions - the camera features a built-in flash, a new viewfinder GUI, and an "Auto" switch on the top of the body that puts the camera in full auto mode.
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 200, 1/10, f/8.0
You might think that choosing the X-T10 over the X-T1 doesn't have many advantages. However, for those who don't care about all-weather camera protection, and who don't care about reduced ergonomics and functionality, the X-T10 will still be an attractive option. In fact, the release of this camera kind of makes Fuji's X-E2 and X-M1 redundant. I hope Fuji will combine the X-E2 and X-M1 models in one product and the manufacturer's line of cameras will look like this: XA - cameras entry level, X-Tx0 - medium, XT - high-end cameras and X-Pro - professional. With this approach, Fuji will have many options for potential customers that differ in both price and functionality. In my mind, there's just no need to confuse potential buyers availability of the XE or XM series…
Fuji X-T10 Specifications
Main characteristics:
- Sensor: 16.3MP (1.5x crop factor), 4.8μ pixel size (same as X-T1)
- Sensor size: 23.6 x 15.6 mm
- Resolution: 4896 x 3264
- Base sensitivity ISO: 200-6400
- ISO sensitivity reduction option: ISO 100
- Ability to increase ISO sensitivity: 12800-25600
- Sensor Cleaning System: Yes
- Mount type: FUJIFILM X
- All Weather Protection: No
- Body base: magnesium alloy
- Exposure: with a mechanical shutter - from 1/4000 sec to 30 sec, s electronic shutter– up to 1/32000 s.
- Memory: 1 SD card slot (SD / SDHC / SDXC, UHS-I)
- Viewfinder: Color OLED viewfinder
- Continuous burst shooting: 8fps
- Metering system: TTL 256-zone
- Built-in Flash: Yes
- LCD display: 3-inch, 920,000 dots, TFT
- Video: Full HD 1080p video up to 60 fps
- WiFi: yes
- Battery capacity: 350 shots
- Weight: 331 gr. (without battery and accessories)
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 200, 1/2900, f/1.4
Fuji XT-10: Build quality. Ease of use
Like the Fuji X-T1, the X-T10 has excellent build quality. The X-T10 has the same solid magnesium alloy base as the X-T1, though of course the new camera feels a little less solid due to the plastic pieces on the top of the body where the built-in flash is located, for example.
At the same time, the use of plastic elements, of course, reduces the weight of the camera - the X-T10 weighs only 331 grams, while the X-T1 is just over 440 grams. This is of course good for those who want a lighter and compact camera, but for those who are used to large DSLRs, the X-T1's weight is more of an advantage, as it helps balance the camera more effectively, especially when using top-end lenses like the Fuji XF 16-55mm f/2.8. However, if one is planning on using compact and lightweight primes, the lightweight design of the X-T10 makes this a great camera for travel.
In my opinion, the X-T1 felt much better in the hands thanks to the comfortable and large grip on the front of the camera. On the other hand, the modified back of the X-T10 is more comfortable for the thumb, so if Fuji engineers combine the experience of their two products, I think they will have a camera that is even more comfortable for the user's hands. Unfortunately, there is absolutely no way to mount a VG-XT1-like battery grip on the X-T10, which I really like, and which I rarely remove from my X-T1, as it makes using the camera more comfortable (my little finger does not slip under the camera ), although, of course, it increases the overall weight and dimensions. The metal grip designed for the X-T10 can't match the comfort of a real battery grip, and it doesn't allow the use of an extra battery, which can be very important when shooting for long periods of time.
Compared to the X-E2 or X-M1, the X-T10 certainly feels more comfortable in the hand, thanks to the good rubberized grip on the front and back of the camera. The X-T10 is slightly shorter than the X-E2, but taller (because of the built-in flash). The X-T10 received a front disc and now looks more “serious”:
Significant changes can also be seen on the back of the camera, due to the completely different ergonomic approach of the X-T1. The viewfinder is placed in the center of the camera, and all the buttons have been moved from the left side to the top and right sides.
If you have experience shooting with the X-E2 or any other lower-end X-series camera, then I think you will be able to notice the X-T10's ergonomic advantage over all previous models. Firstly, the viewfinder is really located where it should be - in the center of the camera, and not in the corner. The location of the playback button on the left side of the case makes it easy to press without looking up from the viewfinder when viewing images outdoors, which is very convenient. The same can be said for the Trash button - if you find an image you don't like, you can delete it by pressing this button, also without looking up from the viewfinder.
Secondly, moving the AEL and AFL buttons up is a very welcome change, since your thumb no longer has to move down and sideways to press them. Thirdly, the tilting LCD screen is very convenient and I would like to see it on all cameras. And finally, it is extremely convenient to have a dial to select the shooting mode, with the ability to configure it through the camera menu. In short, for owners of previous generation X-series cameras, the X-T10 can offer a qualitative change in terms of ergonomics.
Needless to say, the controls on the X-T10 are cleverly placed and very easy to use, similar to what we see on the X-T1. The biggest difference between the X-T10 and X-T1 is the relocation of the Fn button from the top of the camera to the rear (lower right corner), the lack of a function button on the front of the camera, and the absence of a dedicated Focus Assist button. Instead, Fuji has made the rear and front dials of the camera clickable, so if you need to zoom in instantly, you simply press the rear dial. Quite a good and acceptable solution.
The Fuji X-T10 has lost the "Made in Japan" label on the bottom of the camera. It has now been moved to the bottom, closer to the battery door, and now reads "Made in Thailand". The Fuji X-E2 is made in Japan, but I think that Fuji will no longer make budget cameras in their Japanese factory.
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 200, 1/80, f/5.6
Unfortunately, the tripod mount is still off-center, next to the battery door - a poor design decision as it makes it impossible to change the battery or memory card when the camera is on or when the tripod plate is attached to the camera. This is another reason I like the battery grip on my X-T1 as it allows me to mount my tripod in the center of the camera without having to worry about having to detach the tripod to access the battery.
As before, I would recommend replacing the thin strap that comes with the Fuji X-T10 with something better and more durable. Fuji straps are very uncomfortable and slightly irritating to unprotected skin. These problems are caused because, despite the fact that one side of the belt is smoother than the other, the belt itself is too narrow and does not have any padding. I am a big fan of OP/TECH neoprene straps. The classic strap option is probably ideal, but if you feel it's too thick or too big for the X-T10, you can easily find a smaller strap. When choosing a strap, remember to check that it is thin enough to fit through the "ears" on the sides of the camera.
The lack of all-weather protection in the camera is a big minus for me, since I shoot in any weather. I shot with my X-T1 in the cold, in the rain and among dusty sand dunes, and the camera handled these challenging conditions flawlessly. In the case of the X-T10, I would be more careful, as this model does not have a sealed dial and button seal, which is critical when shooting in high humidity conditions. But this is not surprising, since no other camera offers this level of all-weather protection.
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 200, 1/800, f/5.6
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 200, 1/150, f/3 .2
Fuji XT-10: Image quality. Ease of use of RAW
Since Fuji released the excellent X-Trans CMOS II sensor, it has been installed on all X-series cameras. On the one hand, I don't blame Fuji for this, as it delivers really great image quality - even compared to the latest and greatest CMOS sensors, but on the other hand, I would like to see a little more sensor innovation on the top Fuji. The company has probably saved its next generation sensors for the upcoming Fuji X-Pro2, and I'm hoping to see a slightly higher resolution on it. With the recent rise in camera resolution and the proliferation of 4K video, Fuji engineers must be under even greater pressure to release a higher resolution sensor.
What worries me the most is the lack of elementary things, such as lowering the base ISO, the ability to shoot in RAW at all ISO values, and not just in the range of the base sensitivity of the sensor. While it's great to be able to shoot at insanely fast speeds using the electronic shutter options, it would be great if Fuji would allow users to shoot RAW at ISO 100 (and preferably below). If Fuji realizes this in the next generation sensor and also increases its resolution, then the Fuji X-series cameras will surely attract more landscape photographers.
Also of concern is the lack of proper support for RAW in software Adobe. I have no idea who is to blame for this - whether the Adobe development team did such a poor job of interpreting Fuji RAW files, or the Fuji team did not provide Adobe with the information to work in the right direction - but the situation is already becoming absurd. No, seriously, how long do we have to wait for Fuji RAW processing to work properly in Camera Raw and Lightroom? It's the end of 2015, and we are still dealing with shapeless grass and strange artifacts in the images, which looks just ridiculous:
Worst of all - slow speed reading ACR and Lightroom images when working with Fuji RAW files. The latest version of Lightroom CC is unbearably slow when importing and processing Fuji RAW files. While preparing this review, I spent very little time editing images in Lightroom because I was frustrated by the slowness and very poor performance of the software - and this is on a powerful Windows PC. This is completely unacceptable, given that with all other formats, work goes much faster, without leaving unpleasant and incomprehensible artifacts on the images.
Fuji needs to understand that Adobe's poor and inefficient handling of RAW images is one of the main reasons why some people prefer to stay away from Fuji's X-series cameras. Adobe's market share in the post-processing world, especially among professionals, is too big to ignore. Seriously Fuji, you guys need to do something about this ASAP!
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 400, 1/120, f/5.6
Fuji XT-10: Autofocus performance and accuracy
The X-T10 features the same autofocus system as the X-T1, which is fast enough to capture moving subjects. In this camera we have a total of 77 contrast and 15 phase AF points, which is enough for most needs. If you want fast autofocus speed, I would recommend using 9 phase focus points in the center of the frame.
The Fuji X-T10 introduces several new autofocus features. There are new "Zone" and "Wide/Tracking" modes for capturing moving objects. They work in the same way as Nikon's Dynamic AF area selection mode, where a group of focus points is dedicated to tracking the subject. The "Wide/Tracking" mode works like an automatic AF area selection mode when all points are engaged. Both modes worked well enough for slow moving objects, but they didn't do well with fast moving ones.
Another one new feature– Eye Detection AF, which is supposed to detect a person's eyes and focus on them. AT AF-S mode it works well enough, but in AF-C mode it's a waste of effort. Unfortunately, in terms of continuous focus, the Fuji is still inferior to other mirrorless cameras on the market, such as the Sony A6000. When I tried to shoot birds on the X-T1 with the Fuji XF 50-140mm f/2.8, photos of fast moving birds were generally quite depressing as most of the images weren't sharp enough. The X-T10 has inherited the same autofocus system, hence it will suffer from similar issues. So if you've been looking for a mirrorless camera for fast action photography, you might be a bit disappointed, especially if you're coming from the DSLR world. For everything else, including photographing slow-moving people, modern mirrorless cameras like the X-T10 are generally fine.
X-T10 + XF35mmF1.4 R @ 35mm, ISO 200, 1/160, f/5.6
I really like that I can easily set up the rear navigation buttons to change focus points, a feature that should be available on every camera. Sony, even in the second version of the A7 series cameras, still did not implement the ability to quickly change focus points - before you can do this, you will need to press the appropriate button, which is a waste of time. Initially, Fuji cameras did not have the ability to configure every button on the back of the body to change the focus point, but after complaints from photographers, the manufacturer heard them and implemented this feature in the new firmware. The "Macro" and "AF" labels on the navigation buttons are a thing of the past, so now you can set each button to whatever function you want.
When it comes to focus accuracy, I find mirrorless cameras generally perform better than DSLRs, especially when shooting still subjects. All focusing is done by the sensor, and there are no problems with calibration or operation of the individual phase detection sensors. The ability to zoom in and fine-tune focus is indispensable for shooting. With the X-T10, Fuji makes it easy. If you're shooting in autofocus mode, pressing the rear dial instantly zooms in on the image so you can see where you're in focus before you take the picture.
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 200, 1/40, f/16.0
Fuji XT-10: Manual focus
Manual focus is the same as on all X-series cameras - the ring rotates rather slowly. This is because Fuji didn't rely on mechanical focus rings as they do with traditional lenses. By rotating the focus ring, the focus is adjusted by means of electrical signals transmitted through the system wires. The focus bar inside the viewfinder or on the rear LCD displays your current position. It would be nice if Fuji added the ability to choose the rotation speed of the focus ring - 2x, 3x, etc.
To zoom in on the subject during manual focusing, you can simply press the dial on the back of the camera, just like in autofocus mode. Based on the image in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor, you can adjust the focus by rotating the focus ring in either direction.
X-T10 + XF35mmF1.4 R @ 35mm, ISO 800, 1/2000, f/1.8
Fuji XT-10: Metering
The metering performance feels about the same as on the X-T1, which is a fairly accurate camera in this respect and actually performs surprisingly well in most situations. If you're shooting in challenging lighting conditions, there's an exposure compensation control dial on top of the camera that you can use to make adjustments as needed. I seldom had to use this dial, because most of the time the camera did a good job of metering the exposure correctly.
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 200, 1/900, f/1.4
Fuji XT-10: Shooting speed. Buffer and battery capacity
While the X-T10 shoots at the same 8fps as the X-T1, the continuous burst speed is only the same on paper, and doesn't accurately reflect how long you can shoot at that speed. Indeed, in this case, much depends on the size of the buffer. In principle, the X-T10 can shoot only a second at the specified speed, since 8 images fill the buffer almost immediately. In contrast to the X-T1, which is able to shoot a longer series until the buffer is full - about 47 JPEG images, that is, about 6 times more. This makes the X-T1 the best choice for capturing action scenes of any kind.
As for the battery, little has changed in this direction - still about 350 frames on a full charge - Fuji uses the same battery from model to model.
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 200, 1/550, f/5.6
Fuji XT-10: Video recording
Video recording is definitely not the strongest point of the X-series cameras, but with each new model Fuji is slowly improving its video recording capabilities. The Fuji X-T10 can shoot 1080p Full HD video at up to 60fps, which isn't bad, but still falls short of the general market trend of supporting 4K video recording. I don't understand why so many camera manufacturers are stuck with 1080p when you can shoot 4K video even on the iPhone 6S. I'm not a fan of video, but since the advent of video recording on X-series cameras, Fuji has done very little to make this very video look decent.
Unlike DSLRs, where video can only be viewed on the rear LCD, the Fuji X-T10 can display video on both the rear LCD and inside the electronic viewfinder.
You can select your desired aperture, adjust exposure compensation, adjust a few other settings, and start recording video. For those who want to record sound from an external microphone, a microphone jack is still provided on the side of the camera. As with the X-T1, a separate video start button is located on the top of the camera.
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 200, 1/1250, f/1.4
Fuji XT-10: High ISO performance and dynamic range
In terms of performance at high ISOs and dynamic range, the camera offers nothing new. The X-T10 is equipped with exactly the same sensor as the X-E2 and X-T1, so the results are similar for both cameras.
X-T10 + XF35mmF1.4 R @ 35mm, ISO 800, 1/120, f/5. 6
Fuji XT-10: Conclusion
Without a doubt, Fuji X-T10 is a pretty serious tool to attract new users to Fuji X-series cameras. Thanks to Fuji's continuous efforts and constant firmware updates, not only for the top and latest cameras, but also for previous generation cameras, the Fuji X series is slowly and surely becoming a fairly reliable photography system. What started as a publicity stunt with a very unstable system that came with the first X-Pro1 has gradually grown into one of the best mirrorless systems on the market.
As I noted above, Fuji continues this tradition by adding new features to both new and old cameras through firmware - which is very rare among other manufacturers. Thanks to such efforts, Fuji is highly regarded in the photography community, and is gaining a growing number of loyal fans. It's hard to ignore the fact that despite competitors offering more features, lower prices, or even better reliability, the company continues to attract huge crowds of new users to its products.
Fuji X-T10 is no exception to this rule. It's a pleasure to shoot with just like the X-T1. We already know what the Fuji X-Trans CMOS II sensor can do in terms of image quality, so the ability to get superior results with a smaller, lighter and less expensive camera is sure to appeal to many. Not everyone needs the build quality and all-weather protection of the X-T1. And not for everyone looking for a serious tool under $800, the X-T10's less ergonomic design is an argument against choosing this camera. For those who use the X-T1 as their main camera, the X-T10 would be great as a secondary or backup camera too - it doesn't take long for the photographer to get used to the new camera.
X-T10 + XF16mmF1.4 R WR @ 16mm, ISO 400, 1/25, f/8.0
In my opinion, the X-T10 - given its performance, ergonomics and price - leaves no room for the XE and XM series cameras. If this is the case, and Fuji does indeed drop the two lines, I would certainly welcome the move as it would mean less confusion for potential buyers. Ideally, Fuji should not go beyond 3-4 different camera lines: with XA for entry level, X-Tx0 for medium, XT for high and X-Pro for professional.
The X-T10 is definitely a great camera, but I still have some concerns, not just with the X-T10, but with the X-series in general. While the current firmware provides excellent single-frame (AF-S) autofocus performance, Fuji has failed to create a reliable continuous autofocus (AF-C) system. Every upgrade of Fuji's system continues to disappoint in this regard, and I don't understand why Fuji has such a hard time designing a normal system to focus on moving subjects. While continuous autofocus is a problem with all mirrorless products on the market today, other manufacturers make it quite workable - the Sony A6000 and the second versions of the Sony A7 series cameras are good to that example. I hope that Fuji is working hard to create a reliable continuous autofocus system, as this will attract more users to the company's products. With a large number of telephoto lenses and teleconverter options, Fuji should not miss out on an audience of potential clients among sports and wildlife photographers.
Also, the lack of proper support for RAW-files by Adobe products causes criticism. As I noted above, I don't understand why Adobe and Fuji are taking so damn long to come up with a workable solution. It is extremely tiring, after a few years, to still see unpleasant artifacts in the images, as well as low speed ACR and Lightroom when processing X-Trans sensor RAW files. Fuji should really try to work with the Adobe engineers to come up with a solution that really works, not random patches that don't seem to work...
All in all, the X-T10 is a great camera and for the price it delivers excellent performance in my opinion.
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2 years ago 0
All the advantages of Fujifilm X. I will not describe, since they are described in detail everywhere.
2 years ago 0
A completely different approach to camera control. To get the classic modes, you need to combine the settings on the shutter mode dial and the items in the menu. Most of the buttons are configurable, the drive dial (shooting type) is also half configurable. As a result, the two most popular modes A and M are fully deployed on two control dials (+iso on the front wheel), analog control turned out to be incredibly convenient, there is no need to go into the menu during the shooting process. + The whale lens (16-50) deserves a separate review, but I'm too lazy. Good glass. Wide angle, high sharpness (ringing at f / 5.6), no HA. In the dark, focusing smears, especially at the far end. Colors and contrast also drop at the far end. As a standard landscape width (16-23) is ideal.
2 years ago 0
The quality of photos in a jeep, convenient operation, balanced size and weight, design.
2 years ago 0
Retro design + compact size + light weight + image quality = perfect camera
2 years ago 0
Zenith design, compactness compared to DSLRs, a good viewfinder, high-quality body materials (although it feels plastic, but they write magnesium). Decent sharpness and color reproduction, flexible settings for any of the 6 hot buttons. Decent noise level at ISO 6400. Batteries are enough for a shooting day. Phone control is quite convenient. The flash is hidden in the case.
2 years ago 0
Great menu with lots of customization options! Very fast AF - almost like the nikon d600! Good shutter and control. Awesome manual focus capabilities - but will they work with a Nikon adapter and lenses? Good display and viewfinder! Impressive color reproduction. Also the size and weight.
2 years ago 0
Weight, dimensions, output picture, ease of operation
2 years ago 0
Stylish impeccable design, photo quality, color reproduction, ergonomics, screen, viewfinder, sharp lens
2 years ago 0
* good jeep "from the camera", nice colors and good sharpness * good electronic viewfinder. efficient in the bright sun and in the dark - fast enough for frame-by-frame shooting to comfortably navigate only through it. * convenient folding screen * good speed of the device as a whole, including focusing speed * convenient dimensions and light weight of the camera body and lenses * convenient small on-camera flash in the kit - helps out in field conditions (not a panacea, but if you urgently need to highlight hard shadows on sun - suitable) * good video - quite suitable for a home collection
2 years ago 0
The main disadvantage is the complete lack of ergonomics. No, I myself consciously wanted just such a design and from this series. I did not want ordinary shoes, which are everywhere the sea. Wanted something like that.
Now I risk dislocating or overloading my right arm.
Because taking the camera is inconvenient. Or you need to consciously keep in mind what exactly to grab it for, and not automatically. Because when gripping even with small hands, when picking up the camera, all possible buttons are pressed at once. The grasping "peep" on the right is very conditional.
Then the whale lens greatly outweighs. Uncomfortable. The camera itself is small and light, but this constant imbalance also puts a strain on the hands. That is, taking pictures with your hands for several hours - your hands will definitely fall off. I understand that samadura, but just don't wait there
2 years ago 0
Found a bug when working with a Sony SDHC UHC1 card. When viewing the captured RAW + F, "Reading Error" pops up on some frames. After this error, when viewed from a computer, jpeg turned out to be littered (10-15% gray bar), and raf was not read by CameraRAW. I didn’t track the prerequisites, it arises spontaneously, now on one frame, then on another. The error was seen only on RAW + F frames.
- When using an electronic shutter, the central contact on the shoe does not close, i.e. the flash does not fire. Why and why the developers made this software restriction is not clear.
- Noise canceling is too aggressive. With iso6400 set to NR +2 - it makes people in the frame - anime heroes. At 0 - better, but still there is soft and a significant drop in sharpness. Optimal, but not ideal -2, even with this value practically
2 years ago 0
price in russia
2 years ago 0
The price could be 10-30% lower, the low speed of switching the display to the viewfinder, the lack of HDR mode and night shooting mode, not the fastest focus (compared to Sony, Panas, Oliks). Significant noise above Iso 6400 (in fact, ISO12800 and 51200 are not needed) Zooming when viewing with the wheel is inconvenient (the X20 had buttons).
Compared to competitors, there is no touch screen and video recording is rather weak. They simplified the program switch dial, removed the image scroll wheels, confused and complicated the ergonomics of selecting modes compared to the ideal X20. The screen in selfie mode does not recline.
2 years ago 0
But not without a fly in the ointment! And there are several!!! I took the camera in addition to the nikon d600 and the optics box. For this reason, I could not resist and compared them. I read in many places that x-t10 caught up with the FF in terms of the matrix, etc. It turned out that no! And the old nikon d600 is still better in resolution and ISO (by 1.5-2 steps = although this is a great achievement)! Yeah against physical. the size of the matrix can not be trampled !!! BUT that's more! The real tar was ahead. I have been a fujivod for more than a year and all this time, as a cat from valerian, I was impressed by an old xe1. I could not resist and compared them before selling xe1. What was my amazement when I did not find a difference in the matrices of 1 and 2 generations, i.e. xe1 and xt10!!! The latter only slightly better conveyed the color of a small fragment of the photo! Camera grip for women's hands
2 years ago 0
The screen rotates in one plane, screen resolution, wifi connection problems
2 years ago 0
The battery is weak, there is no battery handle.
2 years ago 0
* the electronic viewfinder is inconvenient to use with glasses - it is impossible to cling to the viewfinder as comfortably as it was on the 5DMII. There is a diopter adjustment, but there is a feeling that its range is not suitable for everyone - check before buying or adjust
* the electronic viewfinder (and the camera as a whole) freezes during continuous shooting - the last frame freezes in it until it clears the buffer to some level of its work (i.e. some of the frames are not saved from the buffer to the card). Out of habit, through the viewfinder, with the second eye closed, you will not immediately understand that the model / children have already left the frame. You can't fix it, you can improve the situation by buying a super-fast card or switching to JPEG - reduce the camera's freezing time.
* Sleep/Wake mode sometimes
30.05.2015 10161 Tests and reviews 0
Fujifilm's X-series camera lineup has expanded with the new X-T10, which is a more compact and affordable version of the mirrorless X-T1, but no less interesting. The X-T10 is similar in many ways to the X-T1, but if you put them side by side and look closely, you'll notice some differences.
The X-T10 is compact and made from durable magnesium alloy. Controls - stylish corrugated aluminum discs for adjusting shutter speed, exposure compensation and shooting mode selection; there are also seven functional customizable buttons. At the same time, the camera retained the sharp and angular edges of the X-T1. As for the differences between the X-T10 and X-T1 in terms of weight and size, the novelty is 8 mm thinner and 5 mm shorter than its predecessor, and also weighs 13% less (380 g compared to 490 g X-T1). It also features a less protruding front grip handle. Unfortunately, the X-T10 doesn't inherit the X-T1's water and dust resistance, as well as a wide range of accessories, including a vertical grip. However, this is not surprising, given the focus of the product.
One of the main features of the novelty is a fully automatic mode, which can be activated in one switch. It is intended for less literate photographers, who are the main target audience this "mirrorless". The dedicated ISO switch from the X-T1 to the X-T10 has been replaced by a shooting mode switch. You can also find a new ejectable flash built into the viewfinder ridge, but the guide number is low at 7 meters at ISO 200. The flash is activated by a spring-loaded lever on the left, its brightness is automatically adjusted, which saves battery life.
The novelty is equipped with a tilting 3-inch LCD display with a resolution of 920,000 dots on the rear panel. It supports Preview Pic Effect - a mode that shows natural images. Using the screen, it is equally convenient to shoot by holding the camera near the ground or overhead. The memory card is placed under the same cover as the battery. The tripod mount is inconvenient. It is too close to the battery door. Because of this, it is not possible to change the battery or memory card while the camera is on a tripod. Behind the door on the left are connectors for connecting a microphone, HDMI and USB.
The electronic viewfinder uses a 2.36 million-dot OLED-type panel, as is the case with the X-T1, which features Organic EL technology to enhance clarity and contrast. The brightness of the image in it is adjusted automatically. The built-in gyroscope measures the orientation of the picture in the viewfinder depending on the position of the camera; note that this is not possible in cameras with an optical viewfinder. It is worth noting that the outstanding x0.77 viewfinder (the largest among digital cameras) was one of the most important elements of the X-T1; The X-T10's viewfinder is also good, but falls a bit short of the X-T1's due to its smaller size and lower zoom ratio. The viewfinder itself has a proximity sensor, in order to be activated when a person starts using it.
The heart of the Fujifilm X-T10 is a 16.3 MP X-TransTM CMOS II sensor with built-in phase detection autofocus, which offers both single-point and 49-point focusing. According to the manufacturer, this solution improves the results of shooting moving objects. In addition, the camera allows you to shoot in bursts up to 8 frames per second. The matrix uses a color filter with an irregular structure. It minimizes color distortion and moire without the use of a low-pass optical filter, allowing you to increase the amount of light penetrating the matrix. So the image quality of the X-T10 should be on par with the more expensive X-T1.
The sensor is complemented by a powerful EXR II processor. Processor-level noise reduction ensures sharper images with deep blacks even at high ISO settings. The Fujifilm X-T10 has an ISO value of up to 51200. In addition, the model implements Light Modulation Optimization (LMO) to correct diffraction and other distortions, with a delay between shutter releases up to 0.05 s, and between frames - 0.5 s . The electronic shutter operates silently.
The 77-point AF system can be used in single-point mode or in wide-angle/tracking mode with 3×3, 3×5 or 5×5 zones of the photographer's choice. The shutter speed range is from 1/4000 to 30 s. The Fujifilm X-T10 can shoot Full HD video at up to 60fps; in this case, film simulation modes are also supported, and you can adjust the exposure, aperture, shutter speed, sensitivity and adjust the focus (manually or automatically). The camera has a built-in Wi-Fi module that supports 802.11b/g/n standards, providing data transfer at speeds up to 36 Mbps and shooting control from a smartphone or tablet connected to the Fujifilm X-T10. Without recharging the battery, the X-T10 can take 350 shots, which is the same as the result of the X-T1.
Among the useful functions of the Fujifilm X-T10, we note Auto Macro - automatically switching the camera to macro mode while maintaining the speed of autofocus. Multiple exposure options are supported, allowing two objects to be combined in one photo, for example, adding people to the picture, Focus Peaking (digital separation of the image for precise manual focusing and highlighting the focus center) and interval shooting. The "feature" of the model is effects that mimic the shades of traditional Fujifilm films, and artistic filters.
Conclusions:
What do we have in the dry residue? The X-T10 model did not inherit dust and moisture protection from the X-T1, at the same time, the novelty offers 90% of the capabilities of the flagship X-T1 for 60% of its cost. It is worth noting the most powerful tracking autofocus, similar to the development of Nikon's 3D tracking and Sony A6000 autofocus. The camera is aimed at entry-level and intermediate level users.
Specifications Fujifilm X-T10
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Price |
$700 (body only), $899.95 with 16-50mm lens, $1099 with 18-55 lens |
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Housing material |
magnesium alloy |
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Matrix |
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Maximum Resolution |
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Aspect Ratio |
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Permission |
16 megapixels |
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Matrix size |
APS-C (23.6 x 15.6mm) |
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Sensor type |
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CPU |
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color space |
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Color array, filter |
X-Trans II CMOS |
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Image |
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Auto, 100-51000 (JPEG), 200-6400 (Raw) |
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White balance presets |
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Custom white balance |
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Image stabilization |
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Uncompressed format |
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File format |
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Optics and Focus |
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autofocus |
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AF illuminator |
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Manual focus |
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Number of focus points |
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Lens mount |
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Focal length multiplier |
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Screen and viewfinder |
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Hinge |
Only tilt up and down |
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Screen size |
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Screen resolution |
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Touch screen |
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Viewfinder type |
Electronic |
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Viewfinder coverage |
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Viewfinder resolution |
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photography features |
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Minimum shutter speed |
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Max speed shutter |
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Exposure modes |
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Built-in flash |
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Flash Range |
5.00 m (ISO 100) |
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external flash |
Yes (via hot shoe or wireless) |
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Flash modes |
Auto, Forced flash, slow sync, flash off, rear-curtain sync |
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Flash sync speed |
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Continuous Shooting |
8.0 fps |
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Self-timer |
Yes (10s / 2s delay) |
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Exposure compensation |
± 3 (per 1/3 step) |
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Exposure bracketing |
(1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments) |
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White balance bracketing |
Yes (+/- 1 to +/- 3) |
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Video shooting features |
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Permission |
1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 24p) |
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Format |
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Microphone |
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speaker |
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Data storage |
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Memory card type |
SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) |
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Data transfer |
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USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) |
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Yes (HDMI Micro (Type D)) |
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Microphone port |
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Headphone port |
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Wireless |
built-in |
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Wireless Standards |
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Remote control |
Yes (using smartphone, cable) |
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physical characteristics |
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Protection against moisture and dust |
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Battery Life |
350 shots |
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Weight with battery |
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Dimensions |
118 x 83 x 41mm |
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Other features |
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Orientation sensor |
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Interval recording |
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using a smartphone |
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FUJIFILM's latest introduction of the X-T10 has taken the premium system camera market with interchangeable lenses by storm. The novelty is distinguished by exceptional image quality, which is provided by the unique X-Trans CMOS matrix. In addition, its compact and lightweight body combines new system autofocus, ideal for capturing moving subjects, a fast EVF with an impressive 0.62 zoom ratio, a 2.36M-dot LCD screen and the world's fastest lag time of 0.005 seconds.
Fujifilm X-T10 Key Features
An all-new design that combines all the features of the X-Series in a compact and lightweight package
This compact and lightweight camera has all the hallmarks of the X Series. The top and bottom panels are made from lightweight yet highly durable magnesium alloy. On the top panel are three precision-milled aluminum dials that give the camera a premium look and allow you to control shutter speed, exposure compensation, and shooting functions without distracting from the shooting process. On the rear panel is a tilted three-inch (7.7 cm) LCD screen with a resolution of 920 thousand dots.
Fast electronic viewfinder
The X-T10 features a large and fast viewfinder with 0.62x magnification and a display delay of just 0.005s. The new 2.36 million-dot Organic EL electronic viewfinder delivers the clearest and most contrasting view. In addition, the brightness of the picture in the viewfinder is automatically adjusted depending on the level of ambient light. The Live View screen can be switched to Preview Pic Effect. It shows a "natural" image, similar to what is visible to the naked eye.
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Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4R LM OIS
Let's start with the fact that a year and a half ago, the main criticism of Fujifilm system (mirrorless) cameras was reduced to three main points:
- they don't have a flip screen;
- autofocus in video mode sometimes starts to get very buggy;
- RAW quality is very poor.
There is such a property of complex systems that even the humanists have now appreciated: a complex system is strong not because it does not make mistakes, but because how quickly and adequately it reacts to them. With the release of Fujifilm's current flagship X-T1 in April last year, it's clear that Fujifilm has a healthy eye for both its accomplishments and its failures. Strong links are strengthened or slightly changed, and weak links are noticeably changed. And it does it well.
A copy of the Fujifilm X-T1 that came to us for testing (see the test video in the article “Fujifilm X-T1 Mirrorless Camera"Suffered only from unstable autofocus operation. The camera had a folding screen, the RAW quality was raised to a decent level. And in the end last year (already after our test) firmware was released, in which, in addition to strengthening many characteristics, a redesigned autofocus algorithm appeared.So, in theory, we need to conduct another Fujifilm X-T1 test - checking how much the camera has changed, how fast and began to focus.
But more on that later. Fujifilm system mirrorless cameras released this year - Fujifilm X-A2 and X-T10 - have already visited our laboratory. And if we know firsthand about the changes in the flagship firmware, then we can say for sure about the Fujifilm X-A2 and X-T10: the work on the bugs was done at a very high level.
We can now move on to the Fujifilm X-T10 benchmark and walk through all the strengths and weaknesses of this camera step by step. By the way, it can be called a “sub-flagship” or “second flagship” or, a little longer, “almost as cool a camera as a flagship, but with some simplifications and some changes, not as expensive, designed for a wider audience.”
| Fujifilm X-T1 | Fujifilm X-T10 | |
| Announcement date | January 28, 2014 | May 18, 2015 |
| Frame | magnesium alloy dust and splash proof housing | magnesium alloy |
| Matrix | Matrix 16 MP, APS-C, X-Trans CMOS II | |
| ISO sensitivity | 200 - 6400 (100 - 51 200)* |
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| autofocus | Hybrid TTL autofocus (contrast + phase detection) | |
| metering | 256-segment TTL metering | |
| Screen | 3.0 inches, 1,040,000 dots (720×480) folding | 3.0 inches, 920,000 dots (640×480) folding |
| Viewfinder | OLED, 0.5 inch, 2,360,000 dots frame coverage ≈100%, magnification ≈0.77 | frame coverage ≈100%, magnification ≈0.62 |
| Burst speed | ≈8 fps | |
| Video | 1920×1080 60p fps | |
| CPU | EXR Processor II | |
| Gate | Mechanical: 30 - 1/4000 s, X-sync 1/180 s Electronic: 1 to 1/32000 s |
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| Memory cards | 1 slot: SD / SDHC / SDXC(UHS-II) | 1 slot: SD / SDHC / SDXC(UHS-I) |
| WiFi / USB / GPS | ||
| Dimensions, weight | 129×90×47 mm 440** G | 118×83×41mm 381** G |
| Price, case | T-10687078 | T-12562538 |
* In brackets - in advanced mode, without the ability to shoot in RAW.
** Including the weight of the battery and memory card.
Let's look at the comparison table and note that:
- The price of the Fujifilm X-T10 is almost 40% lower than that of the X-T1 (prices will certainly change, but I think the proportion will remain the same).
- But at the same time, the camera lost protection from dust, splashes and frost.
- But the Fujifilm X-T10 retained the X-Trans CMOS II matrix, magnesium alloy body, EXR Processor II processor, burst speed and maximum video shooting parameters.
- The Fujifilm X-T10 screen has a slightly lower resolution than the X-T1. Viewfinder - the same resolution, but slightly smaller and slightly lower magnification.
- The X-T10 can be considered the first Fujifilm mirrorless camera to feature an electronic shutter. But at the time of its launch, the electronic shutter also appeared in the Fujifilm X-T1 and X100T models already in production.
Of course, you should pay attention to the weight and dimensions, but I think in in general terms it is clear how the Fujifilm X-T10 differs from the flagship Fujifilm X-T1. Let's now get acquainted with the characteristics of the heroine of the test in detail:
| Main characteristics | |
| Hull, protection | magnesium alloy; no special protection (dust, moisture, frost) |
| Lens | interchangeable lens, Fujifilm X mount |
| Matrix | matrix 16.3 MP, APS-C, X-Trans CMOS II 23.6×15.6 mm; focal length conversion factor - 1.5 |
| Light sensitivity | ISO 200 - 6400 in extended mode 100 - 51,200 without the ability to shoot in RAW |
| Focus control | hybrid TTL autofocus (contrast + phase) 3 single AF modes (spot, area, wide area) and 3 AF tracking modes (spot, area, wide area) |
| Exposure control | 256-segment TTL metering |
| Screen | 3.0" RGB, 920,000 dots, flip-down |
| Viewfinder | OLED, 0.39 inch, 2,360,000 dots frame coverage ≈100%, magnification ≈0.62, response time ≈0.005 s |
| Image stabilization | in the chamber - no |
| Shooting modes | Auto + PASM (P - program, A - aperture priority, S - shutter speed priority, M - manual) |
| Burst shooting | up to 8 fps |
| Gate | 30 - 1/4000s, X-sync - 1/180s in electronic shutter mode - from 1 to 1/32000 s |
| File Format | JPEG (Exif 2.30), RAW, RAW+JPEG |
| Video | maximum resolution Full HD 1920 × 1080 60p MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (MOV) format |
| Source of power | lithium-ion battery NP-W126 ≈350 frames according to CIPA standard |
| Memory | 1 slot: SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I) |
| Dimensions, weight | 118×83×41 mm; 381 g (including the weight of the battery and memory card) |
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| "Hot Shoe" | there is |
| Built-in flash | yes, guide number ≈7 (ISO 200) |
| AF illuminator | there is |
| Bracketing | by exposure, by film type, by white balance, by dynamic range |
| Connectors | USB 2.0, Mini-HDMI (Type D), External Stereo Mic/Remote Release Connector (2.5 mm mini jack) |
| WiFi / USB / GPS | built-in module / USB 2.0 / option |
| Self-timer | 2 s / 10 s |
| Shooting formats | 3:2 (4896 × 3264) / 16:9 (4896 × 2760) / 1:1 (3264 × 3264) |
| Peculiarities |
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As you can see, many features of the Fujifilm X-T10 are no worse than those of the much more expensive Fujifilm X-T1. But in some, quite important ones (body protection, viewfinder size, screen resolution), the Fujifilm X-T10 is inferior to the flagship. But she got a built-in flash and SP + mode (extended auto scene recognition) instead of the usual "auto".
Construction, design, management
When Anton Solovyov analyzed, he called on Japanese philosophy to help. When analyzing the Fujifilm X-T10, one could probably also call on her philosophy. But for me this is a difficult task. The only thing I can say without any high thought:
- Fujifilm continues to polish its corporate identity. Its presence and its virtues are hard to deny. At the same time, Fuji's dissimilarity to the "classics" (that is, to the features of Canon and Nikon technology) is perhaps stronger than that of other manufacturers (Pentax, Olympus, Panasonic).
- In part, when creating new cameras, Fujifilm continues to recall the film days. The X-T10's resemblance to the legendary Fujica is hard to miss, and the Picture Style control is half Fujifilm's digital film simulation.
- For me personally, the X-T10 was the first camera with which I felt how great it is to shoot with an electronic viewfinder. I could have felt it earlier, colleagues told me about the awesome Olympus OM-D E-1 viewfinder. But, apparently, it took a lot of time for the eye to accept and evaluate the electronic picture. During the X-T10 test, I mainly used the viewfinder. It is clear that these are my personal habits and “cockroaches”, but the class of the X-T10 viewfinder does not become lower from this.
- We immediately have to repent that we did not really test the electronic shutter. Its advantages and disadvantages require a separate test, you still need to think about how to catch them. Therefore, in this article we will not talk about an interesting novelty. Then, when the next electronic shutter cameras come, we will be better prepared. In the meantime, one unconditional advantage can be noted - the ability to shoot completely silently.
| Appearance The camera is fully in keeping with Fujifilm tradition. This is an updated design of Fujica film cameras, which slightly resembles a “digit” from the front. A very ingenious design solution - disguising the built-in flash as a pentaprism. At first, you don’t even realize that the truncated pyramid over the Fujifilm label may turn out to be a flash. |
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| Another ingenious solution is the ability to strengthen the grip with the help of an overhead handle. With an additional grip, the camera will definitely become more comfortable to shoot. It is possible that after a while Fujifilm will introduce additional power or something else useful into the handle. In the meantime, it is empty - just a handle. |
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| But even without an additional handle, the camera is quite “grasping”. As you can see, not only the influx on the front panel allows you to hold the camera, but also the "process" on the back. Control on the front panel is reduced to switching focus modes (to the right of the lens) and the main control wheel. Which, by the way, can be pressed and thus fix the selected shooting or viewing option. Clicking on the wheel is like a kind of Enter key. |
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| Here you can also clearly see the "outgrowth" on the back of the camera. The screen of the Fujifilm X-T10, although it does not have the resolution of the Fujifilm X-T1, is also comfortable and clearly visible even in bright light. On a very bright one, of course, it fades, but this does not become a big problem, since the viewfinder shows not only frames (future or already captured), but also the camera menu. |
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| To the right of the screen we see a rear control wheel and two buttons - exposure lock and focus lock (both can be reprogrammed). And below - quite a traditional joystick (navipad) with a central button and four peripheral ones. Plus a quite traditional quick menu button (Q), a programmable Fn button and a display button (to select the display mode on the screen or in the viewfinder; when working in the menu, this button performs the return function - Back). |
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| On the other side of the back panel, we see only two traditional buttons: View and Delete. Near the viewfinder is a diopter correction control that operates in a wide range from -4 to +4. On the other side of the viewfinder is a display selection button. Screen only, viewfinder only, "eye sensor" and most economical - viewfinder only, which is turned on by "eye sensor". |
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| The top jack is for an external microphone and remote trigger. A little lower - Micro-HDMI, lower - USB 2.0. As you can see, the camera looks solid enough, but you can’t call it particularly large. Perhaps Fujifilm adheres to the rule "the camera should be comfortable" and not "the camera should be very light and small." |
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| The top panel is so saturated that it is better to talk separately about the left and right parts. The left one is easier. You can immediately pay attention to the flash ejection lever. As for the mode dial, it is quite unusual, no familiar letters (PASM). The disc offers two bracketing modes, they are programmable. The choice of "broach" - a single frame, slow and fast series. Two filter overlay modes (also programmable). And separately, the modes "Multi-exposure" and "Panorama" are placed on the disk. |
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| The most understandable dial on the right side is exposure compensation. As far as I remember, this disk appeared on Fujifilm cameras, but other manufacturers appreciated how convenient it was, and also began to place it in the most accessible place on the top panel. Here you can pay attention to the lever that turns on and off the automatic shooting mode - an amazing solution in terms of simplicity and genius. By the way, in automatic mode, using the control wheel, you can change the plot programs. |
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| As you can see, the screen is connected to the body with a flat cable. This seemingly not very reliable solution has already proven its reliability in practice. And now we will continue the story about management. The letter "A" on the shutter speed dial indicates aperture priority. Shutter priority is, of course, set by the disc itself. Rather, like this:
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| The X-T10 uses a "budget" option for placing a memory card - in one compartment with a battery. And very close to the tripod thread. When the camera is on a tripod, getting the card is not very convenient. |
Let's sum up the external examination:
- The camera is very convenient to shoot, although its control is very different from the "classics" of Canon and Nikon. Or rather, like this: X-T10 demonstrates the development of Fujifilm's proprietary approach to management. It causes some bewilderment when you first come across the cameras of this company, but you quickly get used to it, it is as comfortable as the "classic", in no way inferior to it.
- Some of the controls are just amazing. These are the flash ejection and power levers. automatic mode, and the ability to quickly select a scene program in automatic mode. Program shift is very convenient, offering in program mode automatic aperture reduction with increasing shutter speed and vice versa.
- The camera screen is good, you will not say anything. And the viewfinder is just great. I first got a taste of how comfortable shooting with the electronic viewfinder was in this test. Although it could have been earlier - for example, in the Olympus OM-D E-1 test. The ability to see the result of the shooting without looking up from the "eye" is wonderful.
Now let's move on to the internal inspection, each screenshot can be enlarged (click on it) or simply stop the cursor on it and wait for a hint - what exactly it demonstrates:
As you can see, Fujifilm X-T10 has quite a few interesting features and settings. They are given in addition to a very good basis - the possibility of fast and convenient shooting. In particular, the ability to quickly switch to automatic mode with a ready-made set of scene programs. And yet - quickly correct the program mode; here we have an exposure compensation dial and a program shift. And also - comfortable shooting in creative modes, where two control wheels and several programmable buttons allow you to quickly change shooting parameters. We have already talked about the electronic viewfinder ... in short, it is quite difficult to find fault with the Fujifilm X-T10, the shortcomings mentioned above seem very minor.
| Fujifilm X-T10 and competitors | ||||||
| Canon EOS M3 | fujifilm X-T10 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 | Samsung NX500 Kit 1 | Sony Alpha ILCE-6000 |
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| Matrix | 24MP APS-C CMOS | 16MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II | 16 MP 4/3 MOS | 16 MP 4/3 live MOS | 28MP APS-C BSI CMOS | 24MP APS-C CMOS |
| autofocus | 49 points hybrid | 77 zones hybrid | 81 zones contrast | 23 zones contrast | 205 points hybrid | 179 points hybrid |
| metering | 384 RGB zones | 256 RGB zones | 234 zones | 1728 RGB zones | 221 RGB zones | 1200 RGB zones |
| Sensitivity | 100 - 12 800 up to 25 600 2 | 200 - 6400 200 - 51 200 3 | 100 - 25 600 | 100 - 12 800 up to 25 600 2 | 100 - 25 600 up to 51 200 2 | 100 - 25 600 |
| LCD screen | 3.0″ RGB 1 040 000 folding, touch | 3.0″ RGB 922 000 folding | 3.0″ RGB 1 040 000 folding, touch | 3.0″ RGB 1 040 000 folding, touch | 3.0″ RGB AMOLED 1 040 000 folding, touch | 3.0″ RGB 922 000 folding |
| Viewfinder | option | TFT 2 360 000, ≈100%, ≈0.62x | TFT 2 360 000, ≈100%, ≈1.23x | TFT 2 360 000, ≈100%, ≈1.39x | No | TFT 1 440 000, ≈100%, ≈0.7x |
| Gate | 30–1/4000 s X-sync 1/200 s | mechan. 30–1/4000 s email 1–1/32000 s X-sync 1/180 s | mechan. 60–1/4000 s email 1–1/16000 s X-sync N/D 4 | 60–1/8000 s X-sync N/D 4 | 30–1/6000 s X-sync N/D 4 | 30–1/4000 s X-sync 1/160 s |
| Stabilizer | No | No | optic 5-axis, ≈5 steps | No | No | No |
| Burst shooting | ≈4.2 fps | ≈8 fps | ≈8.5 fps | ≈5 fps | ≈8 fps | ≈11 fps |
| WiFi / USB / GPS | built-in USB 2.0 No | built-in USB 2.0 No | built-in USB 2.0 No | built-in USB 2.0 No | built-in USB 2.0 No | built-in USB 2.0 No |
| Video | 1920×1080 30p | 1920×1080 60p | 1920×1080 60p | 1920×1080 60p | 3840×2160 30p | 1920×1080 60p |
| Battery reserve | 250 frames | 350 frames | 320 frames | 320 frames | 370 frames | 420 frames |
| Dimensions, weight | 111×68×44 366 g | 118×83×41 381 g | 120×83×47 390 g | 123×71×55 402 g | 120×64×43 287 g | 120×66×45 344 g |
| Estimated price | T-12333562 | T-12562538 | T-12812282 | T-10460829 | T-12114528 | T-10710498 |
1 - sold only in the "kit with 16-50 lens" option. A separate "carcass" is rare, it is unreasonably expensive.
2 - extended ISO range.
3 - extended ISO range, without the possibility of shooting in RAW.
4 N/D - no data.
As you can see, mirrorless cameras worth about 40 thousand rubles are quite crowded on the site. Each manufacturer tries to somehow stand out against the general background. Or offer an AMOLED screen, sacrifice the viewfinder, but raise the video resolution to 4K (Samsung NX500). Or raise the "rate of fire" to 11 fps (Sony Alpha ILCE-6000). Or provide high stabilization efficiency (Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II). With this diversity, the general level reached by the advanced system cameras, and the heroine of our test quite corresponds to this level. It offers a well-balanced feature set.
Image quality - resolution and noise
However, the official (passport) characteristics do not say everything about the camera. It's great when the manufacturer announces upper limit sensitivity ISO 51 200. But this can impress people, let's say, not very literate. And the rest of us know only too well that there will definitely be problems with this sensitivity, even for full-frame cameras.
We will not repeat all the details of our methodology, it is detailed in a separate article. We only recall that we plot resolution curves (it always decreases with increasing sensitivity) and noise (for some reason they always increase as ISO increases) on one graph. Visually, you can get an estimate of the quality by observing how the resolution and noise curves converge. If the distance between them is large, the image quality will be very good. If the curves come close, it's hard to say anything good about the quality.
And one more note: we usually show on the graphs how the resolution drops and noise increases in the ISO 100 - 12800 range, although the estimates are calculated using ISO 100 - 6400 data. We decided to limit the upper limit of the calculations so that most of the cameras could pass our test. In particular, Fujifilm X-T10 - after all, it allows you to get RAW images only in the ISO 200 - 6400 range. Perhaps, in this way, the manufacturer emphasizes that only in this range you can count on high quality. And if you want to go above 6400 ISO - please, at your own peril and risk.
| Fujifilm X-T10 RAW | Fujifilm X-T10 |
Even a cursory glance at the RAW and JPG graphs shows that in the ISO 200 - 6400 range, the heroine of our test provides very high performance. And the manufacturer's strategy emerges quite clearly:
- We will not lift the resolution to the skies, 16 megapixels will be enough for us.
- But we will get relatively large pixels on a relatively large matrix (APS-C).
- This will give us a gain in resolution as well - the number of distinguishable pixels on the Fujifilm X-T10 matrix reaches 80%, while "cropped" DSLRs usually lose 30-40% of effective pixels (on average, in the ISO 100 - 6400 range).
- This, of course, will give us a gain in noise suppression.
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Let's compare the scores of the Fujifilm X-T10 with those of the Pentax K-3, a very strong 24-megapixel DSLR, one of the best in its class. Let me remind you that:
- R - medium resolution in the range of ISO 100 - 6400;
- R R - average resolution relative to the size of the matrix;
- N- average level noise in this range;
- RN is the ratio of resolution and noise.
- Light - average values between RAW and JPG with the filter turned on in a light scene;
- Dark - average values between RAW and JPG with the filter turned on in a darkened scene;
- Avr - average values between Light and Dark.
The fact that the Fujifilm X-T10 has a lower sensitivity - ISO 200 (usually the minimum sensitivity is ISO 100) has practically no effect on anything, let's not pay attention to the little things. It is better to note that in terms of the number of distinguishable pixels, a 16-megapixel mirrorless camera is only slightly inferior to a 24-megapixel DSLR. And the noise gives a lower figure. On average, the noise of the Fujifilm X-T10 is rated at 2.4 points, the noise of the Pentax K-3 - 2.79 points.
And although according to the final score - RN - Fujifilm X-T10 did not “jump” to the Pentax K-3 result, it was not so far behind, overtaking many APS-C format DSLRs.
Now let's see how true our calculated estimates are, to what extent they are confirmed by visual ones. Let's start the comparison with ISO 400 to equalize the cameras "in rights":
| Fujifilm X-T10 RAW, noise filter off bright scene R=13.73 - N=1.38 - RN=9.97 | Pentax K-3 RAW, noise filter off bright scene R=17.11 - N=1.64 - RN=10.41 |
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I think you can see here that the resolution of the Pentax K-3 is higher, but the noise level of the Fujifilm X-T10 is lower. By the way, two years ago, all experts criticized Fujifilm cameras for the low level of RAW. Sometimes it was not at all clear why they needed a professional format, if it gives a quality noticeably lower than in-camera JPG, and even painstaking development is not able to straighten out the “jambs”. But all this is in the past, Fujifilm has a high-quality RAW, and each new firmware brings not only cosmetic, but also very noticeable changes. So changing the Fujifilm firmware is a must.
Now let's see how the camera handles a dark scene using the JPG example with the noise filter turned on. We leave the comparison with the Pentax K-3.
| Fujifilm X-T10 JPG, noise filter on. dark scene R=12.14 - N=3.54 - RN=3.43 | Pentax K-3 JPG, noise filter on. dark scene R=14.71 - N=3.81 - RN=3.86 |
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Here we also see the Fujifilm X-T10 lose in resolution - an absolute loss, of course. As in the bright scene, the Fujifilm X-T10 retains 80 percent of the pixels, they can be called distinguishable, they carry information, and are not just present on the matrix. The Pentax K-3 has only 60-65% of working pixels in a dark scene, so the camera resolution is almost comparable - about 12 megapixels for the Fujifilm X-T10, about 15 megapixels for the Pentax K-3.
And in terms of noise, the Fujifilm X-T10 wins: the noise level in a dark scene is 3.54 points, while the Pentax K-3 has 3.81 points. In human language, this can be translated as a small loss in resolution, a small gain in noise. But don't forget that this is a comparison between a 16MP mirrorless and a 24MP DSLR.
Of course, for the purity of the comparison, it would be correct to consider other fragments of the stand in the "processing" of Fujifilm X-T10 and Pentax K-3. I hope our programmers will create an engine this year for easy comparison, but for now let's just look at the work of Fujifilm X-T10.
| Fujifilm X-T10 noise test fragments of pictures of the test bench |
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| RAW filter off. bright scene | JPG filter included. bright scene | RAW filter off. dark scene | JPG filter included. dark scene |
| Clicking on each fragment will open a window where it will be presented in 6 options: in the top row - with a sensitivity of 200 - 800 - 1600 ISO units in the bottom row - with a sensitivity of 3200 - 4000 - 6400 ISO units |
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As you can see, the strategy justifies itself. To stay at the level of 12 distinguishable megapixels, it is not at all necessary to raise the number of pixels on the matrix to 20 or 24 million, 16 is enough. At the same time, the initial noise level is lower, and it is easier to deal with them.
Optics - Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS
| Bayonet | Fujifilm X-mount |
| detailed information | |
| Lens type | zoom |
| Focal length | 18 - 55 mm (27 - 84 mm in 35 mm equiv.) |
| Minimum focus distance | 0.3m wide 0.4 m tele |
| Diaphragm | f/2.8 - f/4.0 - maximum f/22 - minimum |
| Stabilizer | there is |
| Focus type | internal |
| Thread diameter | 58 mm |
| Dimensions, weight | ∅65×70 mm, 310 g |
| Peculiarities |
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| Price | T-9239392 |
“The linear drive system delivers high-speed autofocus in 0.1 seconds so you never miss a shot. And thanks to its quiet operation, this lens is excellent for video recording.”
This is only part of the good that the manufacturer says about his lens. Let's try to figure out how good the Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS is, it still costs a lot. Although as part of the "whale" Fujifilm gives it away for only 10,000 rubles.
EGF = 27 mm
At a short focus, we observe:
- Almost zero variance. With such small values, the sign is not even very important (minus gives a “barrel”, plus gives a “cushion”). But still, it can be noted that horizontally the picture is slightly pulled in the center, and vertically it is slightly stretched. When shooting portraits, including group shots, zero dispersion at a wide angle is a boon. When shooting landscapes, the picture becomes too "rectangular". In this case, the "barrel" can be added in a graphical editor.
| Permission | Chromatic aberration | ||
| frame center | Frame edge | frame center | Frame edge |
| On all screenshots: top row: f/2.8 - f/4.0 - f/8, bottom row: f/11 - f/16 - f/22 | |||
- The resolution both in the center of the frame and at the edge remains high or very high at any aperture value. What is especially valuable is the very high resolution at the maximum aperture of f/2.8.
- But at wide apertures, we observe a noticeable "chromaticity" at the edge of the frame (maximum - 4%). In the center, it is close to zero.
EGF = 54 mm
We turn to the average focal length and see an almost perfect picture:
- Distortion becomes even smaller, although at a short focus it was almost zero.
- Resolution is kept at a very high level (above 0.8 lines per pixel) from f/3.6 to f/16. And only at the narrowest aperture f / 22 drops to 0.6 lines. That is, it remains quite high.
| Permission | Chromatic aberration | ||
| frame center | Frame edge | frame center | Frame edge |
| All screenshots: top row: f/3.6 - f/5.0 - f/9, bottom row: f/11 - f/16 - f/22 | |||
- "Chromatics" is almost imperceptible, close to zero even at the edge of the frame. We can see slight traces of chromatic aberration in our test shots, but in real shooting it will be quite difficult to find such traces.
EGF = 84 mm
And finally, at a long focus, we also see an almost perfect picture:
- Distortion close to zero. It slightly increases vertically, but is still at a low level.
- Very high resolution at f/4.0 - f/16 and just fine at the narrowest aperture of f/22.
| Permission | Chromatic aberration | ||
| frame center | Frame edge | frame center | Frame edge |
| On all screenshots: top row: f/4.0 - f/6.3 - f/9, bottom row: f/11 - f/16 - f/22 | |||
- Zero "chromaticity" in the center, weakly expressed at the edge of the frame.
Stabilizer
In the stabilizer test, for the first time, we encountered a contradiction between the manufacturer's data and the test results. To be precise - not for the first time, but all previous cases fit into the error of our test - 1/3 of the EV step. And in the case of the Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS, we went 2/3 steps apart.
According to our estimate, with a probability of 0.7, the stabilizer will produce clear images at a shutter speed of 1/5 second with a 50 mm EGF. That is, the stabilizer is able to give the photographer an additional 3 and 1/3 stops of EV. The manufacturer estimates the effectiveness of the stabilizer in 4 steps. I think that this is the rare case when the CIPA and iXBT methods (both not ideal, both probabilistic) have diverged. The wise say that the truth lies in the middle. We can agree that the effectiveness of the Fujinon XF18-55 stabilizer is approximately 3 and 2/3 stops. And this is actually very good.
Summing up the Fujinon XF18-55 test is easy, these are almost the same pluses:
- The lens is spared from excessively narrow aperture values, and therefore diffraction blur does not appear much - even at the “narrow hole” f / 22, the resolution remains at a fairly high level, 0.6 lines per pixel. And in the range from the maximum open aperture to f / 16 - at a very high level (about 0.8 lines per pixel).
- In the entire range of focal lengths, the “geometry” rises slightly above the zero level, and the “chromaticity” is weakly expressed at the edge of the frame. At medium focus, even at the edge of the frame, it is practically invisible.
- The lens stabilizer is highly efficient, at least 3.5 EV stops.
- The speed of the lens is remarkably fast. We'll talk more about this in the Autofocus Speed and Accuracy section. And you can also confirm the manufacturer's information that the lens works almost silently.
- High-quality, beautiful bokeh effect (see photos of the "Gallery").
- Even 40,000 rubles for a lens with such a set of characteristics is quite a reasonable price. And in the "whale" set, the lens can be bought four times cheaper.
The cons of the lens are harder to find, but we still note a couple of points:
- Almost zero distortion at a wide angle is a controversial phenomenon. For portrait and catalog shooting, this is a clear plus. For landscape - rather, a minus. However, let's not forget that it is more difficult to remove distortion in a graphics editor than to add it. If you want to "round" the landscape, it will be easy to do.
- It's good when advanced optics have at least dust protection. But nothing is said about the protection of the Fujinon XF18-55 on the manufacturer's website.
Fujifilm X-T10 Features
autofocus
About autofocus Fujifilm X-T10 can be said definitely: fast, but not very accurate. Here, of course, we must take into account that the conditions for testing autofocus are rather strict. We first take a series of 30 shots in low light -1EV, then another series of 30 shots in very low light -2EV. But all tested cameras are tested under the same conditions. They need to score as many points as possible (this determines autofocus accuracy) as quickly as possible (this determines AF speed). Each shot is taken only after the "squeak" of autofocus - a singal that he "caught" the picture. And the type of autofocus in Live View mode (simply contrast or hybrid) is for us, consumers, only reference information.
If we compare the results of the Fujifilm X-T10 with the results of other cameras, you will notice:
- That autofocus is really very fast - it took less than 60 seconds for each series of 30 shots. Priority "release - focus", of course, was set to "focus" - as required by the testing methodology and just common sense.
- But at the same time, AF quite often “smears”: about every third shot turns out to be out of focus. We repeat that this takes place in semi-darkness. In light, even not very bright, the autofocus of the Fujifilm X-T10, of course, works more accurately.
The autofocus rating of the tested cameras is the total score scored in the -1EV and -2EV light tests divided by the total time spent in both tests. So far, according to our methodology, the following statistics have accumulated:
That is, as a result, the ratio of points scored and the time spent is quite high. The autofocus rating of the Fujifilm X-T10 is almost as high as that of the Canon 7D Mark II Hybrid AF, the record holder in our tests. And this result was achieved due to high speed (and not accuracy).
The content of our methodology is detailed in the article about Canon 7D Mark II, comments on the methodology - in the article about Nikon D5500. Test images (clarified so that they can be clearly seen) and Fujifilm X-T10 test soundtracks can be downloaded in the “ ” block.
Burst speed
Claimed continuous shooting speed - up to 8 frames per second. Let's see how close this is to what we determined in the test (as usual, the shooting was carried out at maximum quality and resolution).
In low speed mode, continuous shooting gives approximately 3 frames per second. In JPG, a series at this speed can last until the memory card is full. When you turn on RAW, the camera takes about 10-11 frames at a speed of 3 fps, and then switches to 1.5 frames per second.
At high speed, the Fujifilm X-T10 really gets close to 8fps. The fastest result is obtained when shooting in JPG - 11 frames at 7.75 fps. When you turn on RAW, the speed drops slightly, and the number of frames in a fast burst is reduced to 7.
Then, after filling the buffer, JPG can be shot at a fairly high speed of 4.42 fps to infinity. RAW - with a relatively low speed of 1.65 fps, RAW and JPG - with an even lower, 1.45 fps. But overall, the results of the Fujifilm X-T10 are very good. It is especially valuable that the camera saves speed close to 8 fps not only in JPG, but also in RAW.
We measured continuous shooting speed with a Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS lens and a 16GB SanDisk Extreme Pro SDHC UHS-I memory card (write speeds up to 95MB/s). The shutter speed in this test is set to 1/500 of a second. "Infinity" we consider the ability to "click" in the steady state of 100 or more frames. Test phonograms can be downloaded in the "" block.
Video
As a video amateur, I liked most of all how quickly the camera reacts to changes in the frame. This is clearly seen when a long bus passes in front of the lens, knocking down exposure, focusing - that's it. And how instantly Fujifilm X-T10 restores everything. It can be assumed that the camera remembers the background when a foreign object appears in the frame, but, apparently, this episode speaks precisely of the speed of analysis and autofocus.
Judging by the display of dynamic objects, the camera honestly works out 60 frames per second. With a quick scene change, when objects just flicker in the frame, this is also clearly visible - the picture is smooth. It is very nice that the exposure compensation wheel on Fujifilm cameras is placed in a very accessible position, under the thumb of the right hand; the scene can be instantly brightened or darkened even in automatic mode. In short, on an amateur level, the video seems great, without any flaws. As for professional features (for example, the ability to change the aperture while shooting), the Fujifilm X-T10 does not have such, but I do not think that this can be considered a minus. The X-T10 is a high amateur level camera, it's silly to make professional demands on it.
Results
Now we know almost everything about the Fujifilm X-T10, we can sum it up. Let's start with the pros:
- The Fujifilm X-T10 is certainly a successful development that perfectly combines the features of a professional and amateur camera.
- There are no complaints about the quality of exposure, white balance, color reproduction. We left a couple of shots in the gallery that are clearly “blue”, but this is not a camera error, but the error of one very young photographer (shooting in daylight with an “incandescent” lamp installed).
- It is also difficult to find fault with the construction, design, ergonomics. Shooting with this camera is a pleasure, including through the viewfinder. Even if the photographer has not held Fujifilm cameras in his hands before, it is enough for him to explain how the aperture priority mode is set (on the lens), and then things will go by themselves. You get used to the features of the camera very quickly.
- In terms of noise and resolution, the Fujifilm X-T10 is excellent, it can compete with an advanced APS-C DSLR.
- And in terms of shooting speed, it can also argue - in particular, burst shooting. True, we noted the fact that high speed is achieved due to [in]accuracy of focusing.
- Some solutions - disguising the flash as a pentaprism, digital imitation of a rangefinder, a lever to turn on and off the automatic mode - are worthy of applause. They are ingeniously simple.
- In general, in this camera all the characteristics are perfectly balanced, including the price. Of course, I really want the camera to cost half as much. Even better - three times. But the world is so arranged that good things are not cheap.
The discussion about the cons will be shorter, but still it will be:
- Here we have to remember the low accuracy of autofocus, which was shown by our test. As far as I understand, in the contrast focusing algorithm, you can choose: either more accurately or faster (as in any self-guided system). In the current Fujifilm X-T10 firmware, the “engine” is shifted towards speed. This is not the worst solution, but in this situation it is necessary to make it a rule to make two or three duplicate frames if possible. If one of them is unsharp - it's not scary.
- Some analysts reproach that the upper sensitivity of the Fujifilm X-T10 is small, only 6400 ISO units (more precisely, at the ISO 6400 level, the ability to shoot in RAW ends). It seems to me that this speaks more about the honesty of the manufacturer, about his unwillingness to adjust the characteristics to please the thoughtless requirements of the market. And, on the contrary, about the desire to provide high-quality photographs.
- As for the low resolution, let me remind you that the number of distinguishable pixels in the Fujifilm X-T10 is only 20% lower than that of 24-megapixel DSLRs. But this is on average, in the ISO 100 - 6400 range. And in shooting at low sensitivity (up to ISO 1000), when multi-megapixel DSLRs lose not so many distinguishable pixels, the Fujifilm X-T10 still loses to them. This becomes visible when the frame is enlarged to 100% (some pictures in the Gallery demonstrate this).
All in all, the positives outweigh the negatives. In most tests, the Fujifilm X-T10 performed well or excellently. The camera is not cheap, but it can become a faithful friend to an enthusiastic photographer or a faithful concubine (second camera) to a professional. In terms of image quality and speed, it will not yield to an average-level DSLR. And its light weight, small size, folding screen and very good electronic viewfinder - DSLRs cannot boast of all this.
Gallery
As usual, we remind you that the pictures in the gallery are not artistic, but test ones. We have tried to select shots that emphasize any feature of the Fujifilm X-T10 - proprietary color reproduction or the ability to expand the dynamic range, the delicate operation of the flash. Some shots show how well the Fujinon XF18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS lens blurs the background.
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