Fujifilm X-T4 vs X-T3: full comparison
The X-T4 leads on more headline specs, but the X-T3 counters on a lighter 539g body.
Also searched as XT4 vs XT3, and in the other order as XT3 vs XT4.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-T4 and Fujifilm X-T3 are both Fujifilm X-T bodies. The X-T4 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2020. At launch the X-T4 was 1,699 USD and the X-T3 1,499 USD, making the X-T3 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-T4 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 15 fps continuous shooting, 6.5-stop in-body stabilization, and 500-shot battery life.
The X-T3 isn't far behind. It hits back with a lighter 539g body.
So which one? If you want 15 fps continuous shooting, get the X-T4. If a lighter 539g body is closer to what you actually need, the X-T3 is the smarter buy. And the X-T3 costs less — 1,499 USD at launch.
Where the X-T4 wins
- +15 fps continuous shooting
- +6.5-stop in-body stabilization
- +500-shot battery life
Where the X-T3 wins
- +a lighter 539g body
Who should buy the X-T4 or X-T3?
Buy the X-T4 if…
Pick the X-T4 if 15 fps continuous shooting, 6.5-stop in-body stabilization matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T4 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X-T3 if…
Pick the X-T3 if a lighter 539g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 1,499 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-T handling. Read the full X-T3 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-T4 vs X-T3: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-T4 review and X-T3 review.
X-T4 vs X-T3: full specs
| Spec | 2020 · $1,699 | 2018 · $1,499 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2020 | 2018 |
| Launch price | 1,699 USD | 1,499 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 26.1 MP | 26.1 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans IV | X-Trans IV |
| Processor | X-Processor 4 | X-Processor 4 |
| ISO range | 160–12800 | 160–12800 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 425 | 425 |
| Subject detection | face-eye | face-eye |
| Burst (fps) | 15 | 11 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 4K 60p | 4K 60p |
| Codec | H.265, H.264 | H.265, H.264 |
| Log profile | F-Log | F-Log |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | 6.5 stops | None |
| Viewfinder | EVF (3.69M dot) | EVF (3.69M dot) |
| LCD | 3" flip touch | 3" tilt touch |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 607g | 539g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 2 | 2 |
| Card types | SD UHS-II / SD UHS-II | SD UHS-II / SD UHS-II |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W235 | NP-W126S |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 500 shots | 390 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 7 | 6 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-T4 review and the Fujifilm X-T3 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.