Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs Nikon Z5

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Nikon Z5, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (16MP) and Z5 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 IR (APS-C) and Z5 (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 IR was announced 6 years earlier than the Z5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-T1 IR scores versus the Z5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Nikon Z5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 IR Gallery and Nikon Z5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR features outer measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon Z5 has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Nikon Z5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR vs the Z5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Z5 is 79 and 62 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 IR and Z5.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 IR with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon Z5 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 IR will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.