Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Canon EOS 50D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Canon EOS 50D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-Pro2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Canon EOS 50D is from Canon. Both Fujifilm and Canon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 were released 2016 and Canon EOS 50D was released 2008. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.| Camera | Released |
| Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 2016 |
| Canon EOS 50D | 2008 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-Pro2 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS 50D is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Canon EOS 50D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
| Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
| Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
| Canon EOS 50D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 50D has 15,1 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
| Camera | Megapixels |
| Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
| Canon EOS 50D |
15,1 MP
15054336 pixels 4752 x 3168 |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a 59 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 50D. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS 50D has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-Pro2. Canon EOS 50D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-Pro2 has 200 to 12800.
| Camera | ISO Range |
| Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 200-12800 |
| Canon EOS 50D | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-Pro2
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 50D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro2 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 50D can shoot up to 6,3 pictures per seconds.
| Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
| Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 8 |
| Canon EOS 50D | 6,3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-Pro2. Unfortunately Canon EOS 50D does not support recording movies and movie clips.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 50D weighs 822 gr (equal to 1.81 lb) which is 66% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro2 and its 495 gr (or 1.09 lb).
| Camera | Weight |
| Fujifilm X-Pro2 | 495 gr 1.09 lb |
| Canon EOS 50D | 822 gr 1.81 lb |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Canon EOS 50D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Canon EOS 50D, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Name | Fujifilm X-Pro2 | Canon EOS 50D |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Release Year | 2016 | 2008 |
| Release Date | 2016-01-15 | 2008-08-26 |
| MSRP | 1699 USD | 1399 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 4752 x 3168 pixels |
| Megapixels | 24 MP | 15,1 MP |
| Image Processor | X Processor Pro | DIGIC 4 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| ISO Range | 200 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
| White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
| Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
| Focus Points | 273 | 9 |
| Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
| Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3” | 3” |
| Screen dots | 1620000 | 920000 |
| Touch screen | No | No |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT liquid-crystal color LCD |
| Live view | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 92% | 95% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.89× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) |
| Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Frames per second | 8 fps | 6,3 fps |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
| Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 13 meters |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
| Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
| Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Video recording | Yes | No |
| Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
N/A |
| Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
N/A |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | No |
| Built-in Speakers | Yes | No |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
| Microphone Port | Yes | No |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n) |
No |
| Remote Control | Yes (Wired or via smartphone) | Yes (N3 connector) |
| GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-Pro2 |
Canon EOS 50D |
| Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery Details |
NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
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Lithium-Ion BP-511A rechargeable battery & charger
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| Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 800 shots |
| Width | 141 mm | 146 mm |
| Height | 83 mm | 108 mm |
| Depth | 56 mm | 74 mm |
| Weight | 495 gram | 822 gram |