Good replacement for a DSLR. Fujifilm X-T10 mirrorless camera test review

Fujifilm's business approach deserves respect. In order to reduce production and research costs, cameras of different classes use the main components from the top model. As a result, the buyer receives high image quality, and the company - pleasant economic indicators. Of course, the devices are different. However, everyone is concerned about the question “by how much?” not in monetary terms, but in qualitative terms, which is sometimes impossible to measure. Today, using the Fujifilm X-T10 as an example, we will return to the search for answers again.

At the time of the heyday of film photography, two form factors dominated the market: a reflex camera with interchangeable lenses and a “soap dish”, of varying degrees of simplicity - from cardboard, disposable, to very advanced, with zoom lenses.

During the transition to digital registration of photons, they were taken as a basis, inspiring designers and constructors.

When the technical need for a mirror disappeared (at least for most potential consumers), the creators turned to another form factor that was common at the time - rangefinders. Fujifilm started the second coming to the digital photography market with the rangefinder X-Pro1, now the company's lineup includes the X-E and X-A series. However, the “mirror” appearance for devices with interchangeable lenses, proven over the years, is not only better perceived by a wide range of buyers, but also provides some ergonomic advantages.

Externally, the Fujifilm X-T10 is very similar to SLR cameras, only instead of a pentaprism, a rising flash and elements of an electronic viewfinder are placed in the characteristic protrusion of the body.

Compared to the flagship X-T1, it is smaller and lighter by about 10%. Nevertheless, it is comfortable to shoot holding the device with one hand (unless, of course, the lens outweighs). This is facilitated by a pair of protrusions on the front face of the case and under the thumb on the back.

The buyer can choose between an all black version and a black and silver version that looks more "antique". The design is carefully worked out, the device looks simply amazing.

It is possible to call the X-T10 a simplified version of the X-T1, but it is wrong to interpret "simplification" as a "deterioration in capabilities" for the most part of the characteristics.

Let's start with management. The X-T10, like other T-series cameras, involves the active participation of the photographer in the selection process. The shutter speed dial is located on the right side of the top panel, next to the Shutter button and the exposure compensation dial.

Under the shutter speed dial, instead of a light metering switch, there is a lever that turns on a fully automatic mode - an ideal solution when the camera is allowed to “take pictures” of a family member not burdened with photographic knowledge.

The Shutter button again has a mechanical connector for connecting a cable (by the way, I sometimes miss it in the X-T1).

The wheel located on the left controls the "drive modes", if such a term is applicable to digital photography. Is it worth it to regret the ability to quickly change the sensitivity? No. Firstly, the matrix works well in the range of 200-6400 (more on that later), and secondly, the device allows you to configure three options for automatic ISO selection with minimum and maximum limits, as well as a limitation on the shutter speed (up to 1/500, which more than enough even when using telephoto optics). If you really need to set ISO 200, then this is very quickly done either through the Q-menu or through a well-thought-out set of user settings, and there can be as many as seven sets.

Along with a choice of single shot and continuous shooting (two speeds), this wheel quickly switches between one of two bracketing options, built-in filters, as well as multiple exposure and automatic panorama stitching.

A lever under the wheel raises the flash mechanically. The lamp is shifted upward relative to the optical axis of the lens. The design does not provide for the deviation of the light flux manually, but it looks very reliable. If it is required to exclude the direct hit of the light of the pulse on the subject (for example, when photographing with external blitz lights), an ordinary mirror or a nozzle made from improvised means helps.

The Fujifilm X-T10 has two wheels for changing settings, one under the thumb on the rear panel, the second - in the range of the index or middle finger on the front. Both support pressing.

The LCD screen on the rear panel has one degree of freedom - tilt. The angle is slightly lacking when shooting in the position of the camera overhead. The aspect ratio is photographic, the image is formed from more than nine hundred thousand elements.

The camera has seven programmable buttons. Add seven slots for storing custom settings, called up with just a couple of swipes through the Q-menu, and you have a perfectly controllable device.

The battery and memory card are located in a common compartment on the bottom of the case. The tripod socket is offset relative to the optical axis of the lens.

The connectors for connecting a computer, TV, wired remote control or external microphone are covered by a cover on the left side of the unit.

The body of the X-T10 is made of magnesium alloy, but it lacks the dust and moisture protection that attracts travelers from the older model. Like other devices of the T-series, the build quality and finishing materials are very high.

Functionality

In terms of components that affect image quality, the X-T10 is absolutely identical to the flagship X-T1. The same proprietary (non-Baerian) X-Trans II CMOS 16-megapixel APS-C format sensor with integrated phase detection autofocus sensors, the same EXR Processor II processor. The bundle provides an ISO sensitivity range of 200-6400 for RAW and 100-51200 for JPEG.

The differences that affect the ease of management have already been mentioned. But the main difference is in electronic viewfinders.

The X-T10 electronic viewfinder uses an OLED panel with 2.36 million pixels. This is immediately noticeable, since even the smallest details of the future frame are clearly visible.

However, the magnification of the optics is x0.62 compared to the fantastic x0.77 of the X-T1. Only the Sony ɑ 7R II is better (x0.78), but its price tag in the US is $3200 and this is without a lens. For comparison, the top five-figure Canon SLR camera has this figure x0.76, while its competitor from Nikon has x0.7.

With automatic focusing, information from 15 phase sensors integrated into the matrix is used. However, this is not the only source, since the picture itself is also analyzed, and at 77 points. As a result, the speed and accuracy of focusing are quite high, and the photographer gets additional opportunities.

The most interesting is face detection and automatic selection of the model's eye as the focusing point. Through the menu, which one is set - right or left, or the solution to this creative issue is left to the mercy of electronics. Given the presence of several excellent fast "portrait" lenses in the line of optics, this is a very useful feature. It works perfectly with a person in the frame, the recognition accuracy is high, so much so that even a black-and-white artistic portrait printed in a magazine does not cause unnecessary questions for the processor.

Phase sensors are located in the central part of the frame (5x3) and the contrast calculation points are all over the plane of the frame, with a rectangular matrix 11x7, which is much better than a “mirror” rhombus with “blind” corners.

The autofocus software has been radically updated this summer and is now available for a number of other Fujifilm cameras. The X-T10 has it right out of the box. In addition to defining the eye, it should be noted that the size of the area can be selected from a point to a rather large square and rectangle.

Burst speed can reach 8 and 3 fps in the respective modes. This is a good indicator for a device aimed at amateurs, but the buffer capacity is small. If you use a high-speed card, for example, Kingston 64 GB SDXC UHS-I U3, then after the buffer is full, the camera continues to shoot about one frame per second. The buffer is released very quickly, while the device can continue to be used.

Continuous autofocus works during continuous shooting, and the photographer can choose from several algorithm options - point, zone or wide tracking area.

Despite the graduation of shutter speeds in whole exposure steps, in manual and priority, you can set the time with an accuracy of 1/3 step - this is done by one of the parameters change wheels. Similarly, the lens aperture is controlled, where there is no ring for manually entering a value.

The sensor and processor give very good noise and dynamic range results when shooting at ISO 200-6400. This allows you to safely use the automatic selection of sensitivity, since the current firmware version allows you to set three sets of minimum and maximum values with a maximum shutter speed for each.

Exposure bracketing is perhaps the most important among other “fork” modes. And here there is a claim to Fujifilm engineers. They still think three shots are enough. Yes, if bracketing is used for safety net, then we can agree with this approach. And if to create frames with extended dynamic range? Despite the possibilities of RAW, I would like to get at least five frames (ideally - seven, with a choice of both the number and pitch of the fork).

Another interesting, but not very useful function in the existing implementation is interval shooting. Firstly, the maximum number of frames is 999, which corresponds to approximately 33-40 seconds of video. Secondly, the minimum interval between frames is a whole second. In some cases, such as when shooting from a fast moving car, this is a lot.

The battery life according to the manufacturer is 350 frames. Test shooting confirms that this figure corresponds to the real state of affairs. Unfortunately, charging the battery inside the camera via USB (as, for example, in the X-100T) is not provided.

Image quality

The work of the matrix and the processor can be safely assessed as "excellent". As usual, the raw files from the camera (JPEG and RAW) are available for download and close self-study at this link.

Fujifilm is still stuck at 16 megapixels. Perhaps this is not enough for professional work in some areas, but for a hobby it is quite enough.

The ISO range of 200-6400 is working, although at 6400 a narrowing of the dynamic range is already noticeable. The nature of the noise is calm and almost “analogue”, at least it is not annoying.

Good color reproduction in JPEG has become one of the hallmarks of Fujifilm devices. It's not just the official imitation of classic analog tapes. Before shooting, the photographer can change the nature of the picture within a relatively wide range, or “develop” RAW directly in the camera.

RAW has a large "margin of safety". Files perform decently at 2 stops underexposure even at ISO 3200. Overexposure is best not to joke, although some recommend it as a means of combating noise in the shadows. After one step, the degradation of individual colors (primarily yellow) begins.

Fujinon 16-50mmf/3.5-5.6 OIS Lens

The X-T10 is sold without a lens or bundled with Fujinon 16-50 f/3.5-5.6 OIS and Fujinon 18-55 f/2.8-4 R LM OIS or other optics. I tried the link with 16-50 f/3.5-5.6. This lens belongs to the budget XC series, however, it gives an excellent picture. Sharp throughout the frame, with minimal distortion. All lenses are glass, although the housing (including the bayonet connector) is plastic.

The optical stabilization system proved to be the best. This shot was taken without a tripod (I relied on an advertising structure) with a shutter speed of 0.63 s. In the corner is a cropping at 100% without processing. As you can see, the sharpness is sufficient for printing, not to mention viewing on the screen. In a series of ten frames, two turned out, for a half-second shutter speed almost from hand, the result is good. In the gallery of examples there is a shot with a fountain, where the shutter speed was 1/7 s, in the series almost all the shots were sharp.

Eventually

The X-T10 is the ideal solution for those who wanted a camera with the merits of Fujifilm's T-series, but weren't ready to part with the tidy sum that flaunts on the X-T1's price tag. Many of the shortcomings mentioned in this material relate more to the special applications of the camera and in no way detract from its merits in everyday photography.

Liked:

Image quality
+ Ergonomic
+ Much of the top model for less

Did not like:

- Shooting in RAW is limited to ISO6400
- Battery not charging via USB

	Fujifilm X-T10 kit (16-50mm) Black Notify when available
Camera category	Compact camera with interchangeable lens
Type	CMOS
Size	23.6×15.6
Number of megapixels	16
Maximum frame size	4896×3264
Interchangeable lens	+ (Fujifilm X)
Focal length, 35mm equivalent	24-75
Maximum aperture	f/3.5-5.6
optical zoom	4x
Min. focusing distance, m (normal mode)	0,28
ISO sensitivity	auto, 100-51200
Exposure range, sec	30-1/4000
Modes: Shutter Priority/Aperture/Manual	+/+/+
Manual focus	+
white balance	auto, 8 presets, manual
Continuous shooting, frames / sec.	8
Exposure compensation, EV	+/-3, 1/3
metering	center metering, matrix, spot, center-weighted
Built-in flash modes	auto, force fire, slow sync, flash off, red-eye reduction
File types	JPEG, RAW
Max. frame size; fps (fps)	1920×1080 (60fps)
Video Format	MPEG-4, H.264
Viewfinder	digital
LCD screen (diagonal in inches; number of pixels)	3", 920000
Swivel screen	+
Image stabilization system	+
External flash socket	+
Built-in microphone	+
Memory cards	SD (SDHC, SDXC)
Built-in memory, MB	—
Interface	USB 2.0, Micro HDMI
Nutrition

The standard sensitivity range is ISO 200-6400 (the camera shoots in RAW format at all these values), but can be extended to ISO 100-51200 (here shooting is only possible in JPEG).

The vertical curtain shutter is capable of operating at shutter speeds up to 1/4000 s, as well as operating in the manual shutter speed mode (Bulb). All shutter speeds shorter than 1/4000 are worked out by an electronic shutter. It is worth noting that in the Fujifilm X-T1, the ability to use shutter speeds with an electronic shutter has been added in the new firmware. The shutter is synchronized with the flash at shutter speeds of at least 1/180 s. The burst rate is 8 frames per second with active autofocus, and the buffer depth reaches 47 frames in JPEG format or 23 in RAW format. However, when using slow memory cards, the values may be lower.

The Fujifilm X-T10 has a 77-point hybrid focus system with object tracking. In addition, this is one of the few cameras that offers three tools at once to help with manual focusing - the focus peaking function, zoom in on a fragment of the frame, and the Digital Split Image tool.

Focusing is very fast and confident, and although more sensors are claimed, there is no superiority over the X-T1 in terms of speed. With good lighting, focusing errors are excluded; at dusk, the camera aims a little less confidently, but still quite accurately and quickly. True, as before, a lot depends on the lens. In the old optics for Fujifilm, apparently, the motor itself worked quite slowly. With the included 18-55mm lens, the camera aims extremely quickly.

As already mentioned, unlike the older model Fujifilm X-T10 has a built-in flash. It is erected manually, mechanically, using a separate lever. The guide number is relatively small - 5 meters at ISO 100.

And, of course, it is worth noting the film simulation modes traditional for Fujifilm cameras, the presence of several artistic filters, rich shooting opportunities with bracketing, the function of expanding the dynamic range of images, and the possibility of interval shooting.

In addition, Fujifilm X-T10 has a built-in Wi-Fi module and can be controlled remotely using an iPhone, iPad or Android smartphone. The possibilities are generally standard: you can control the shooting process, take captured images, upload data to social networks and even assign geotags (data is transmitted from the smartphone's GPS module).

Shooting, battery life

As already mentioned, honestly the sensor works out sensitivity in values from 200 to 6400 units. In this range, you can shoot in both RAW and JPEG formats. A further increase in sensitivity is carried out by software and is available only when shooting in JPEG format. The test scene was filmed at all sensitivity values in one step.

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. It also combines a new AF system ideal for shooting moving subjects, a fast electronic viewfinder with an impressive 0.62 zoom ratio, a 2.36 million-dot LCD screen and the world's fastest lag in a compact and lightweight body. - 0.005 seconds.

Fujifilm X-T10 Key Features

A completely 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.

The Fujifilm X-T10 is a mid-range mirrorless camera aimed at enthusiasts who want the quality and flexibility of the X series, but in a smaller, lighter and more affordable variant than its flagship. Announced in May 2015, the camera is a new branch of the line, although it shares many similarities with the X-T1, especially after the latest firmware updates. the price of which is $650, refers to the devices of the middle price range.

Elite stuffing

The Fujifilm X-T10 has the same X-T1 (and other recent models) 16-megapixel X-Trans sensor and mounts for any X-mount lens. The image processor provides the same quality as the best camera in the series. There are many built-in AF points at the center of the sensor, so you can be sure of continuous focus - until the subject moves out of the phase detection area. In addition, the Fujifilm X-T10 showcases the new AF zoning capabilities introduced with the latest firmware update.

The screen has the same resolution and tilt mechanism as the X-T1. Viewfinder, although with a lower magnification, but with a flagship OLED display. The continuous shooting speed varies from 3 to 8 fps depending on the memory card used, the shooting conditions and the number of shots. Full HD video is recorded at 24, 25, 30, 50 or 60 fps. The minimum shutter speed is 1/32000 s, there is built-in Wi-Fi.

Fujifilm X-T10 Design Review

The device is a retro-style compact camera that resembles a slightly smaller version of the flagship X-T1. It measures 118 x 83 x 45mm and weighs 381g with battery. This makes the Fujifilm X-T10 or Olympus OMD EM10 Mark II one of the smallest interchangeable lens cameras with a DSLR-style viewfinder that protrudes upwards.

When comparing dimensions and weight, it is necessary to take into account the optics. The camera is typically sold in two Fujifilm X-T10 Kits: with the cheaper XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 lens, which adds 62mm to the depth and brings the total weight to 576g, and with the more expensive XF 18-55mm f2.8-4, which increases the size by 70mm and weight to 691g.

The Fujifilm X-T10 loses out compared to the Olympus EZ 14-42mm lens kit, as the latter's folding design only adds 23mm to the size and brings the weight to 483g.

Obviously, the Fujifilm X-T10 camera with optics is the largest and heaviest device of its class and will not fit in a coat pocket. Still, it's much smaller and lighter than comparable DSLRs, and the non-folding optics provide better still photography.

The camera's standard grip is small, and a user with large hands will probably prefer something else. But you should not be upset, as you can additionally purchase and install a grip of a suitable size. Of course, it will be less convenient than the devices of a higher class.

No mid-range mirrorless or DSLR is waterproof. To do this, you will have to spend money on a semi-professional case, such as the X-T1. However, according to users who tested the camera in harsh environments, no problems arose.

Control system

In terms of handling, the Fujifilm X-T10 shares the philosophy of the X-T1, albeit with a number of tweaks and even improvements. Like the flagship, there is no mode dial. Instead, the devices take the approach of old film cameras with a shutter speed control on the top of the body, paired with an aperture ring on the lens.

The exposure mode is determined by the position of these two adjustment dials. If both are in position A, the X-T10 will enter program mode, which will automatically set shutter speed and aperture. If the shutter dial is left at A and the focus ring is turned, priority will be given to aperture. If you do the opposite, then exposure will take advantage. If both dials are in a position other than A, the camera will switch to manual.

This is familiar to anyone who has worked with older DSLRs, but digital device users will find the lack of a mode dial unusual. They also note that the shutter speed dial between 1 and 1/4000s has divisions in 1EV steps. If slow shutter speeds (up to 1/32000 s) or slower ones (up to 30 s) are needed, or divisions of 1/3 EV are needed, then set the shutter scale to the nearest value, and then use the front command dial. Photographers find this too complicated and call it "retro for retro's sake". Does the shutter dial really make things easier, or is it just style and nostalgia? Perhaps X-T1 owners are happy with this decision, but X-T10 users are a completely different contingent.

Fujifilm has made the camera more beginner-friendly by adding a switch that puts the camera in full auto mode. Photographers find this very handy, especially when they need to quickly take a picture or pass the camera on to another person.

To the right of the shutter dial on the X-T10 is an exposure compensation dial with a range of +/- 3EV. It's similar to the disc in the X-T1, just a little smaller and harder to spin, which users say solved the flagship's random misalignment issue. The shutter release is located between the two discs, but, unlike the X-T1, has a thread for connecting a cable. The old guard may appreciate this nod to the past, which is doubtful for today's photographers, since photo cable is almost impossible to get today. Instead, you can use the USB port or Wi-Fi to remotely control the camera.

To the left of the viewfinder ridge on the X-T10 is a DRIVE dial with a lever that pops up the built-in flash. This means there is no ISO drive present in the X-T1, but a button on the back can be easily adjusted to access the sensitivity. The drive mode switch lets you select continuous shooting options, including panoramas, bracketing, and special effects.

The rear control panel of the X-T10 is exactly the same as the X-T1 in terms of layout and functionality. Users are pleased that the buttons now protrude a little more than before, allowing for better control of the press. Little things like this add up to make a big difference. The function of the four cross keys can be configured, along with a dedicated function button at the bottom right, as well as a video record button on the top panel.

The DRIVE dial and rear control dial are now pressable, giving them more flexibility than the X-T1. If the thumb knob is reserved for focusing, then the action triggered by pressing the front dial can be customized - for example, used to set

Viewfinder and rear panel displays

Pressing the Q button brings up 16 settings on the screen. You can customize which options appear here, and in what order, so you can quickly find what you're looking for. Users are advised to add a face detection option here for faster access than through the regular AF menu.

Those 16 on-screen buttons just require a touch display, but unfortunately Fujifilm has been reluctant to adopt the technology. Users call this situation shameful.

The X-T10 screen is a 3-inch 920k-dot LCD panel that can be vertically tilted up 90° and down 45°.

The electronic viewfinder uses the same 2360k-dot OLED display as the flagship X-T1, but at a lower magnification of 0.62x. The X-T10's viewfinder inherits the X-T1's trick: when the camera is rotated for portrait shots, the parameter information moves to the bottom of the display in a 90° rotation. Users find this very convenient, especially when most shots are taken in this orientation. It's so obvious and useful that it's hard to understand why so few cameras offer this capability. And at the same time, the information on the rear panel for some reason does not change the orientation.

The shooting data of the X-T10 is no different from that of the X-T1. You can turn on the display of the virtual horizon line, histogram, focal length indication, crop and focus frame. All of them can be presented in the viewfinder or on the screen, and the DISP button makes it easy to clear the screen if desired. The sensor located below the viewfinder allows you to automatically switch between it and the screen, or you can force the display to be activated using the View button to the right of the viewfinder.

Connectors

In terms of ports, the X-T10 is equipped in the same way as the X-T1 - a USB 2 port, a 2.5mm jack and a micro HDMI connector are located on the left side panel of the case behind a removable cover. Like the X-T1, the 2.5mm jack can be used to connect an external microphone or cable, and the USB port can connect the RR-90 Remote Release. A 2.5mm jack for an external mic isn't ideal, as most of them use a 3.5mm jack, which requires an adapter, although filming on Fuji cameras is unlikely to be of interest to anyone. In addition, the X-T10 is equipped with Wi-Fi, which also allows you to use your IOS or Android device as a remote control.

Users note that connecting the Triggertrap cable to the USB connector, unlike the XT1, does not lead to flare. The Fujifilm X-T10 Body is better protected from light penetration, even when the terminal cover is open. This was confirmed by long exposures in bright daylight.

Nutrition

The battery is NP-W126, the same as that of the XT1, XE1, X-Pro1, XE2, XM1 and XA1 models, which allows you to use spare parts for any device in the line. According to Fuji, its capacity should be enough for 350 shots. This is confirmed by many users with the proviso that video recording and Wi-Fi are not involved.

The X-T10 is equipped with a traditional AC charger, although users would like to be able to charge via USB, as is the case with Sony cameras. It would be convenient if there is no outlet nearby to recharge the battery using portable USB batteries, car adapters, or simply through a laptop port.

The location of the SD slot and battery next to the tripod mount on the Fujifilm X-T10 camera is called inconvenient by users, as the tripod blocks access to them. This applies to a few, but still ...

Two sets of optics

The camera is equipped with a Fujifilm X-mount which, with an APS-C sensor behind it, has a field of view magnification factor of 1.5x. With the Fujifilm X-T10 Kit XC 16-50mm and XF 18-55mm, the image zooms to an equivalent field of view of 24-75mm and 27-83mm respectively.

The camera comes in two sets of lenses - the budget Fujifilm X-T10 16-50mm f3.5-5.6 XC and the more expensive XF 18-55 f2.8-4. In its lenses, the manufacturer uses the LMO optical modulation optimizer, which corrects the fuzziness of the image caused by diffraction when shooting with a small aperture, and also corrects softening to the edges and corners of the frame. LMO is in effect by default, but only for JPEGs. It has no effect on RAW format. According to users, this kind of smart balanced processing makes Fujifilm cameras the best compressed image quality in the industry.

Both lenses allow for optical image stabilization.

Fujifilm X-T10: shooting modes overview

The camera does not have an exposure mode dial. Instead, like previous X-mount devices, it recreates the adjustment system of old SLR film cameras. There is a shutter speed dial on the body, and the lenses are equipped with aperture rings. If both dials are set to A, then the camera enters program mode.

There is a separate button for the same purpose. This is handy for beginner photographers or for quickly getting out of unusual settings. One press puts the camera in full auto mode, and a second press returns it to its previous settings.

Available exposure values are from 1 s to 1/4000 in 1EV steps. The minimum flash sync speed is 1/180 s, for which a special position is allocated on the dial scale. Shutter speeds outside the specified limits or manual mode can be adjusted in increments of 0.3EV. If you set the exposure to T, you can select a shutter speed from 1/4000 to 30 s using the front dial.

There is also a B option on the shutter dial for manual exposure, which can last up to 60 minutes while the shutter-release button is held down. Unfortunately, it is not possible to remotely set the exposure for more than 30 seconds using the smartphone app, even in manual mode.

The Fujifilm X-T10 also has an electronic shutter. The feature is added via a firmware update. If it is enabled along with mechanical, the X-T10 uses the latter for speeds up to 1/4000s, after which it switches to electronic for values up to 1/32000s. Impressive shutter speed, since the maximum that analogues are capable of is 1/16000 s.

As with all electronic shutters, tilt problems can occur if the camera or subject is moving horizontally. But under normal conditions, a faster shutter speed can be used with bright apertures without the need for a mechanical shutter. The mechanical shutter is fairly quiet, a little quieter than the OMD EM10 II, but not by much.

Auto bracketing (AEB) is available but surprisingly modest, offering just three frames in 0.3 increments; 0.6 or 1EV which makes it a bit more useful than just shooting. HDR is missing. The only positive aspect is that the entire 3-frame AEB sequence can be called up with a single press of the shutter or self-timer button. This allows the camera to capture all the frames without additional clicks. Users are unhappy with the lack of 7-frame bracketing of the Olympus OMD EM10 II and Panasonic Lumix G7.

ISO bracketing, film simulation, dynamic range, and white balance are also available, but the X-T10 disables RAW recording, leaving only JPEG. This is strange, since the rest of the modes allow RAW or RAW + JPEG shooting.

Multiple exposure allows you to take two pictures and combine them.

ADV mode allows you to apply one of eight additional filter effects:

lomography,
miniatures,
color highlights,
light tone,
dark tone image,
dynamic tone,
soft focus and
partial color with six sub-colors (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, or purple).

With effects, you can achieve an unusual result, but they cannot be applied to video. Annoyingly, when using advanced filters, the X-T10 does not record a RAW file.

At the end of the DRIVE dial is the Panorama mode, which allows you to select its length with panning in any of four directions. To shoot a panorama with the Fujifilm X-T10, an instruction explaining the procedure will appear on the screen at each step of the process. During shooting, the camera will capture several images and merge them into one. The process works quite well, the seams between the shots are invisible.

Digging through the menu, you can find an interval timer that allows you to save up to 999 frames with an interval of one second to a day. In addition, a delay of up to 24 hours can be set before shooting starts. True, the camera does not allow you to collect shots in the video, as in Olympus and Panasonic. This feature would not hurt users, because competitors offer this feature as a standard, with speeds up to 30 fps.

Another set of effects is available with Film Simulation, which is used to simulate the effects of different types of film stock. The default color setting is Provia, which provides a good balance of contrast and color without being overly bright or saturated. To achieve greater contrast and saturation of the palette, you should select the Velvia option, which, according to users, is best for shooting landscapes. The more subdued Astia option enhances skin tones and is recommended for portraiture in natural light, as are Pro Neg Hi and Standard. To create good vintage shots, the Classic Chrome option, Sepia, or one of four monochrome modes, three of which use yellow, red and green filters, are suitable. Users advise using the "Monochrome + Red Filter" option to darken the blue sky and detail the structure of the clouds.

Focusing and continuous shooting

The Fujifilm X-T10 features the same hybrid autofocus system as the flagship X-T1, using contrast-based and phase detection technologies. The AF system, depending on the shooting mode, is divided across the frame into 49 or 77 zones, and the phase detection area, consisting of 9 3x3 points, is concentrated in the center.

The X-T10 also displays the distance to the marked subject on the screen or viewfinder as a bar that changes size to indicate the effective depth of field based on distance, focal length and aperture. It's fun to use.

In the AF setup menu, you can choose between three modes:

"Single point" allows you to manually assign one of the 49 7x7 grid AF points.
The Zone and Wide/Tracking modes use an 11x7 77-point array. In this case, the first option groups them into small autofocus areas of 3x3, 5x3 or 5x5 and across the entire field of the frame - this is convenient for focusing the camera on a particular area, allowing automatic selection within the allowed limits.
The third mode transfers the right to select the AF area to the camera software.

The face detection function is activated in the focus options menu. After that, you can set the eye detection option with a choice of left, right or nearest eye. If a face is not detected, the X-T10 switches to the previously selected AF mode, which makes it easier to operate the camera compared to the original X-T1 firmware.

Autofocus options can be changed using a small dial on the front of the case.

Single-shot AF with the included X-T10 lenses is fast, capturing the subject in good light with minimal pause. In low light, focusing will already take 1 s. This falls short of Panasonic and Olympus cameras, but comes close, which was a huge step up from previous X models.

Continuous AF can give very good results, but depends a lot on the position of the subject in the frame, the AF area mode, and the lens used. The X-T10 has 9 AF phase detection points concentrated in the center of the frame. They are activated automatically when this option is selected with the quick capture option.

Users note that the best result for moving subjects is achieved when using the zone mode. Even when one AF area was within the subject, the X-T10 often tried to capture more than the required number of frames. The wide mode is able to track the movement of the subject across the frame, but if it goes beyond the phase-detection AF points, the camera has trouble focusing. Switching to zone autofocus, although it improved the result, out of a series of 10 frames only 6-8 were focused.

Optics also have a big impact on image quality. Users get better results with the XF, not prime lenses. Tellingly, Fujifilm's touting the X-series AF capabilities invariably uses the XF 50-140mm f2.8, while the XT1 and XT10 user manuals only recommend zoom lenses.

The manual focus mode, fully inherited from the XT1, is one of the best on the market. By pressing the center of the rear command dial, "Manual Focus Assist" can be called up. At the same time, the XT10 enlarges the dedicated AF area to full screen for immediate confirmation. Pressing again returns the previous state.

By holding the button, you can select one of two options - focus peaking and digital splitting.

The former highlights in-focus subjects, which is especially useful when used in conjunction with zoom by pressing the help button again.
The second splits the image, similar to film SLR cameras. The X-T10 has a small window in the center of the frame with a black and white picture divided into five strips. When the picture is out of focus, the stripes move in relation to each other, showing the subject in a slightly mangled form. As the focus progresses, the bands overlap.

The option works well when the image contains clear lines, and on more uniform objects it is often difficult to understand whether the stripes are aligned or not. Users find highlighting in-focus subjects more useful, especially when combined with zoom.

Wireless connection

The Fujifilm XT10 is equipped with Wi-Fi, allowing you to wirelessly transfer images and remotely control the camera from your IOS or Android smartphone. After launching the application, 4 options are offered: remote control, receiving and viewing images, and geotagging.

Thanks to the remote control, you can view the image, shooting information and access the control buttons. Clicking anywhere in the frame changes the autofocus area, which somewhat compensates for the lack of a touch screen on the camera itself.

Sensor and processing

The Fujifilm X-T10 is equipped with a 16-megapixel Advanced X Trans II CMOS sensor, exactly the same as the X-T1. It uses a unique color filter that avoids moiré and eliminates the need for an optical low-pass filter for enhanced image clarity, while the APS-C format and modest resolution means low noise at high sensitivity. Version II refers to built-in AF points.

Sensitivity is in the range from 200 to 6400 ISO with an extension of the range from 100 to 51200 ISO. Like the X-T1, the extended range is only available in JPEG format.

Users who use minimum sensitivity for maximum exposure are unhappy with the lack of RAW at 100 ISO, as they have to be content with the white balance and processing options built into the camera.

In general, the camera in question is an ideal solution for those who want to have the characteristics of the X-T1, but cannot afford to purchase it. Compared to the Fujifilm X-T10, the price of the flagship is 60% higher.

Fujifilm is taking the mirrorless camera market by stride. I recently became the owner of a new Fujifilm X-T10 camera. The camera occupies an intermediate link between the X-series flagship X-T1 and the X-E2 model. The X-Trans CMOS II matrix remains the same, but the manufacturer has introduced very interesting features, which I will introduce you to in this report :).

Let's start with the technical specifications of the camera:

Sensor:	X-Trans II CMOS, 23.6×15.6 mm (APS-C), crop factor: 1.5
Permission:	16.3 MP, maximum frame size: 4896×3264 pixels
Sensitivity:	200-6400 ISO, Auto ISO, ISO100, ISO12800, ISO25600, ISO51200
Bayonet:	FUJIFILM X mount
Gate:	30” to 1/32000 s
Display:	TFT, 3:2, size: 3”, resolution: 920,000 pixels
Viewfinder:	built-in, electronic, OLED, 0.62x, 2.360.000 pixels, delay 0.005 s.
Autofocus:	hybrid, 77-points with object tracking function+ phase detection sensors on the matrix
Built-in Flash:	guide number 5 at ISO 100
Burst shooting:	up to 8 fps
Video:	1920x1080 (Full HD), 60 fps;
RAW:	14-bit
WiFi:	IEEE 802.11b/g/n

Appearance
The camera is available in two body colors. The first is a metallic with black inserts, the second is a strict black color. I decided to take black - a more brutal option :). The camera was tested with a kit lens Fujinon 18-55 mm, ƒ/2.8.

The body of the camera is quite light, pleasant to the touch, but unlike the flagship X-T1, only the upper and lower sides are protected by magnesium inserts. The device weighs 381 grams without a lens.

On the upper right side, there are classic exposure and shutter speed adjustment wheels, a camera power button, a video recording button and an Auto lever (more on that later). The grip on the right is small and not very convenient for owners of large carcasses, but this is a matter of habit. An optional MHG-XT10 metal grip can be ordered.

On the upper left side, there is a shooting mode control wheel. And the lever below it controls the built-in flash. You can switch modes: S - Single frame shooting, CL - Serial low speed, CL - Serial high speed, multiple exposure, bracketing, shooting with filters, panorama shooting. The remote wheel, introduced in the flagship X-T1 model, greatly simplifies life. It often happens that, for example, you need to put the camera in burst mode. When you climb into the menu, you miss precious time.

With all the above pluses, it is a pity that there is no ISO control wheel like on the flagship X-T1. Pay attention to the Auto lever next to the shutter speed wheel. This is a new control that puts the camera in full auto mode (whole-frame focus, autoexposure, auto ISO). Indispensable when traveling, when you give a camera to a non-photo guru and ask them to take a picture of you and your friends as a keepsake. Have used it many times :)

Why in the subject of the post I position this camera as a complete replacement for DLSR cameras? The thing is that one of the main advantages of DLSR cameras is a full-fledged viewfinder with which you can monitor the moment. So, the X-T10 introduced an electronic viewfinder with 100% coverage of the frame area with a delay of only 0.005 s. The viewfinder is significantly different from the previous generation of mirrorless cameras. How long have I been waiting for this moment! Everything you see on the Live View display is translated to the viewfinder. By the way, it is very convenient to build a frame not on an optical viewfinder, as on DSLR cameras, but on an electronic one, so you can immediately see the picture (lights, shadows, optics pattern, overall color gamut).

I was very pleased with the tilting 3-inch display with a resolution of 920,000 pixels. It supports Preview Pic Effect - a mode in which a natural image is shown in the frame. The screen leans back on one axis. You can not turn it horizontally, for example, for a selfie or shooting from around a corner. But, for portrait photography, it's just space. The back already said thank you :). Moreover, it became very convenient to shoot people on the street. Imagine a photographer looking at you through a viewfinder with a huge telephoto lens. Or the guy looking down at the display. At the same time, it is not immediately possible to determine whether you are being filmed or not. And if you use an electronic shutter, then the moment of shooting will be completely silent :).

Internal ergonomics at Fujifilm has always been on top. Everything in the menu is intuitively quick and easy. The settings are divided into 8 sections, 5 of which are the shooting menu, 3 are the parameter settings.

Quick menu. Here you can quickly change certain settings with the front wheel. For example, set the shutter timer, change the autofocus mode, etc.

WiFi:
The camera is equipped with a Wi-Fi receiver. With the free dedicated app "FUJIFILM Camera Remote", you can focus and release the shutter on the camera from your smartphone or tablet.
This application allows you to control settings such as shutter speed, aperture, exposure compensation, and ISO sensitivity. Even settings such as Film Simulation, Auto Shutter and Flash can be adjusted, while Touch AF lets you focus from your phone or tablet. I haven't tried it myself yet, but I think in future trips I'll try this feature. I almost ordered a remote control on Aliexpress out of an old habit :).

autofocus
Autofocus has become a real breakthrough in the mirrorless market. Now you can focus between low-contrast objects and in low light conditions. The Fujifilm X-T10 has a 77-point hybrid focus system with object tracking. For those who like to focus with their hands, Fujifilm has prepared very interesting tools - the focus peaking function, zooming in on a fragment of the frame, as well as the Digital Split Image tool.

The frame was taken with manual focus using the focus peaking system.

FR=34.3mm, ƒ/8.0, 1/100, ISO=200

Focusing is very fast and confident. With good lighting, focusing errors are excluded, at dusk the camera aims a little worse, but this is forgivable. The autofocus motors are in the lenses, so it all depends on the lens. With the 18-55 mm ƒ/2.8 kit lens, the camera aims smoothly and quickly. As a former Fujifilm X-E1 owner, I remember well how the autofocus system worked back then. Now it is heaven and earth. Of course, in shooting reports, sporting events, the camera is now losing to top-segment SLR cameras, but for its time it is a technological breakthrough. The photo was taken in a series of 5 frames. Autofocus single-point tracking AF-C.

Matrix
The camera is equipped with a 16.3 megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS II sensor. It has a primary color filter that increases the pixel-by-pixel resolution of the matrix. Therefore, you are surprised when looking at photographs replete with details. You can see almost everything. Yes, Sony has a 36.4-megapixel α7R full-frame system mirrorless camera. But do you need it? As a former owner of a 36 megapixel camera, I can assure you that if you decide to take a camera with this resolution, then get ready for the additional expense of a full-scale hardware upgrade, transferring all your working directories to SSD hard drives. For 90% of photography tasks, 16.3 megapixels is the best choice.

FR=27.7mm, ƒ/5.6, 1/320, ISO=800

Reactor zone of the Kalinin NPP.

FR=55.0 mm, ƒ/8.0, 1/900, ISO=400

By the way, I note that the crop factor on Fujifilm matrices is 1.5, which means that the Fujinon 18-55 ƒ / 2.8 kit lens is equivalent to a focal length of 24-70 on a full-frame matrix. Why doesn't Fujifilm do full frame? I think the answer lies in the fact that if Fujiki starts making a full frame, this will lead, firstly, to an unnecessary expansion of the line of optics, and secondly, all kits will rise sharply in price, which will negatively affect the general purchasing power of the audience.

Source: LiveJournal fujifilm.ru

Color reproduction
What everyone loves Fujifilm for is the color. Color reproduction is the best on the market in my opinion. Immediately I recall the greenish shades of Nikon, the pinkness of Canon. And Sony, in my opinion, gets a rather boring neutral gray picture. Fujifilm's colors are vibrant, and in VIVID mode they are generally pleasing to the eye. I try to shoot in NEUTRAL mode and then overclock the picture in the editor if I need to. From the processing in the frames below, only exposure compensation and changing the black and white points.

Incomparable Vika :)

FR=20.5 mm, ƒ/3.2, 1/170, ISO=500 | download in RAW format

Light in a cafe on White Square.

FR=39.0 mm, ƒ/3.6, 1/680, ISO=320 | download in RAW format

French baguettes at the Day of France in Russia.

FR=31.5mm, ƒ/3.6, 1/4000, ISO=800

Sunset over Moscow from the roof of the Beijing Hotel.

FR=55.0 mm, ƒ/5.6, 1/2500, ISO=800

Do you see it yourself? Fuji colors are vibrant and don't need to be overclocked in software. No need to start presets and corrections in editors. Lately I've been processing photos very quickly (including for this test). I import into Lightroom, do the simplest exposure compensation - exposure, lights, shadows, white and black points. Sometimes I add Vibrance color saturation. This is quite enough for both printing and for customers.

FR=25.4mm, ƒ/6.4, 1/140, ISO=400

My friend's Mercedes was almost bought the day after he posted these pictures :).

FR=34.0 mm, ƒ/5.6, 1/240, ISO=250

St. Basil's Cathedral

FR=20.5mm, ƒ/5.6, 1/400, ISO=200

Moscow State University

FR=28.9mm, ƒ/4.5, 2, ISO=200

Noises
Moving on to high ISO. I will say that the noise is almost invisible up to ISO=6400. Yes, the picture starts graining, but for web images, the quality is practically not lost. I made an experiment, took a camera and went for a walk around Moscow at night. In the night city, it was not necessary to raise the ISO above 800. At values up to ISO=51200, graininess increases, noise appears, and details begin to disappear at extreme limits. However, I don’t even know what can be shot at such values.

FR=31.5 mm, ƒ/3.6, 1/180, ISO=200 | download in RAW format

Batteries:
A single battery lasts approximately 350-400 shots depending on the use of functions. When I go out into nature, I usually take 3 batteries with me. I will delight many readers. Fujifilm X cameras have one battery slot. So that when you upgrade your camera, you don't have to sell old batteries.

Conclusion:
The Fujifilm X-T10 is a great choice for those who want to replace the old X-M1, X-E1 models. However, for owners of devices with a similar X-Trans CMOS II matrix, it makes sense to wait for the next generation. For those considering switching from a DLSR system to mirrorless, this camera is a great choice with Fujinon's rich fleet of 17 lenses. By switching to mirrorless, you will be surprised that you no longer need to lug around huge backpacks filled with lenses. Everything becomes much more compact. Cameras have become smarter and allow the photographer to surrender more and more to the moment. Fujifilm is constantly updating software for both cameras and lenses. About once every six months I roll new firmware. And for this camera, everything is just beginning :).

Thank you for your attention:). Write questions and I will be happy to answer them.