Announced on 7 July, Fujifilm's X-T2 interchangeable-lens mirrorless camera follows in the steps of the X-T1 but brings higher resolution, improved autofocusing and superior movie recording capabilities to a camera with an SLR-like body design.

The most film-like digital camera that exists

The Fujifilm XT2 is a high-end mirrorless camera that represents a significant upgrade over its best-selling predecessor and raises the bar on what we can expect from the X-series. As expected, it inherits many of the upgrades recently deployed on the X-Pro2 including the latest 24 Megapixel X-Trans...

Superb image quality out-of-camera – best in class; Good quality 4k video with mild crop and good AF; Very competent autofocus and tracking (with fast XF lenses); Large viewfinder and screen that tilts vertically and sideways; Great controls; ergonomics and build quality.

Lack of touchscreen limits ease of pulling focus in movies; No built-in stabilisation (but it may be impossible with X-bodies); AE bracketing limited to three frames; Auto ISO unaware of lens focal length for minimum shutter speed; F-Log only available on HDMI output; not for internal recording,...

The Fujifilm X-T1 made many SLR owners take note of mirrorless systems as serious options for demanding photographic subjects, including fast-moving action. Its successor, the X-T2 ($1,599, body only), is an even better camera.

24MP APS-C X-Trans III image sensor; 8fps shooting rate with focus tracking; Optional grip improves speed to 11fps; Large, crisp EVF; Dual-hinged tilting rear display; Superb handling; Two UHS-II SD slots; Numerous film emulation options; Dust and moisture resistant; 4K video capture; Wi-Fi

Omits touch screen and in-body stabilization; Raw buffer could be larger; No in-camera flash; 4K footage suffers from rolling shutter effect

The X-T2 is Fujifilm's second top-end compact system camera, designed to sit alongside the X-Pro2. It features a 24.3-megapixel X-Trans CMOS sensor, which is APS-C size. Like other X-Trans CMOS sensors, it doesn't have an anti-aliasing filter in front of it, making it well equipped to deal with...

X-Trans CMOS sensor; Great tracking performance; Useful electronic viewfinder; Capable of 4K video shooting

No touchscreen; Requires battery grip for top performance; No in-body image stabilisation

Sensually good camera. Switch from full-size Canon to this smooth and simple. The lens range is awesome and it's a perfect all-round camera.

X-Trans CMOS sensor; Great tracking performance; Useful electronic viewfinder; Capable of 4K video shooting;

No touchscreen; Requires battery grip for top performance; No in-body image stabilisation;

After doing a lot of research on transitioning from DSLR to mirrorless, I settled on his camera and have been extremely happy. The image quality is outstanding. For someone who grew up with film this camera is perfect. It's very intuitive.

I seriously jumped into the Fuji system head first and determined to make it the mirrorless system I would use. My gear includes the 18-55mm kit lens, 55-200mm, 10-24mm, and the 56mm 1.2. Soon i will be adding the 16mm 1.4. SeeI have invested in this system.

I had purchased this camera to replace my Canon 700D, and it is simply such a massive upgrade and much more enjoyable camera to use. Apart from the resolution increase, I've noticed much better dynamic range and colour rendition. Using the camera is very enjoyable too.

Easy to use; Build quality; Screen size

Battery life