Fujifilm X-H1 vs Nikon Z5
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Nikon Z5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
- Released February 2018
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-H2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched July 2020
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Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-H1 vs Nikon Z5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and the Z5 (24MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and Z5 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor dimensions.
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Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-H1 scores against the Z5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Nikon Z5
| Fujifilm X-H1 | Z5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Fujifilm X-H1
| Z5 | Fujifilm X-H1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2020 | February 2018 | More recent by 29 months | |
| Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Nikon Z5
| Fujifilm X-H1 | Z5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
| Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
| Screen resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Equal screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Nikon Z5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-H1 provides physical measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon Z5 has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-H1 vs Nikon Z5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 compared to the Z5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H1 and Z5 is 61 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm X-H1 vs Nikon Z5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Z5.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-H1 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder. The older Fujifilm X-H1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Nikon Z5 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-H1 | Nikon Z5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-H1 | Nikon Z5 |
| Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Released | 2018-02-14 | 2020-07-20 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | X-Processor Pro | Expeed 6 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 858.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6016 x 4016 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 325 | 273 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
| Available lenses | 54 | 15 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3.2" |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 3,690 thousand dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | 0.8x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per second | 4.5 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 673 grams (1.48 lbs) | 675 grams (1.49 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 310 images | 470 images |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL15c |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
| Card slots | 2 | 2 |
| Launch cost | $1,300 | $1,399 |