Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-Pro2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

These cameras are both manufactured by Fujifilm.

Fujifilm X-T3 were released 2018 and Fujifilm X-Pro2 was released 2016. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-T3 2018
Fujifilm X-Pro2 2016

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T3 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a "Fujifilm 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-T3 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Fujifilm X-Pro2 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** 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-T3 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Fujifilm X-Pro2 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-T3 26 MP
25958400 pixels
6240 x 4160
Fujifilm X-Pro2 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

Fujifilm X-T3 has a 8 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-Pro2. 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

Fujifilm X-T3 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-Pro2. Fujifilm X-T3 has an ISO range that stretches from 160 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-Pro2 has 200 to 12800.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-T3 160-12800
Fujifilm X-Pro2 200-12800

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-T3
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-Pro2

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T3 can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds and Fujifilm X-Pro2 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-T3 20
Fujifilm X-Pro2 8

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-Pro2 can shoot movies.

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.

Fujifilm X-T3 weighs 539 gr (equal to 1.19 lb) which is 9% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro2 and its 495 gr (or 1.09 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-T3 539 gr
1.19 lb
Fujifilm X-Pro2 495 gr
1.09 lb

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Fujifilm X-Pro2 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-Pro2, 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-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Name Fujifilm X-T3 Fujifilm X-Pro2
Manufacturer Fujifilm Fujifilm
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Release Year 2018 2016
Release Date 2018-09-06 2016-01-15
MSRP 1499 USD 1699 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Camera Type Mirrorless Mirrorless
Sensor
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Sensor Type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Resolution 6240 x 4160 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels 26 MP 24 MP
Image Processor X-Processor 4 X Processor Pro
Image
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
ISO Range 160 - 12800 200 - 12800
White Balance Presets 7 7
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-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 425 273
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Fujifilm X

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 (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Articulated LCD Tilting Fixed
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1040000 1620000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD TFT LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 92%
Viewfinder Magnification 1.125× (0.75× 35mm equiv.) 0.89× (0.59× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 3690000 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Frames per second 20 fps 8 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash No No
Built-in Flash Range N/A N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
H.265
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
4096 x 2160
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes Yes
Headphone Port Yes No
Wireless Yes
Built-in ( 802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2 LE)
Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n)
Remote Control Yes (via smartphone or cable release) Yes (Wired or via smartphone)
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-T3
Fujifilm X-Pro2
Enviromentally sealed Yes Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 390 shots 350 shots
Width 133 mm 141 mm
Height 93 mm 83 mm
Depth 59 mm 56 mm
Weight 539 gram 495 gram