Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z fc
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z fc Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Announced April 2014
- New Model is Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Launched June 2021

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z fc Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Nikon Z fc, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and Z fc (21MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-T1 was introduced 8 years before the Z fc and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-T1 grades vs the Z fc when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z fc Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T1 & Nikon Z fc. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery & Nikon Z fc Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T1 | Z fc |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Fujifilm X-T1
Z fc | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
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Launched | June 2021 | ![]() | April 2014 | More recent by 87 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-T1 | Z fc | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Exact same screen resolution |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z fc Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T1 offers outside measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z fc has specifications of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Nikon Z fc in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 vs the Z fc.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z fc is 79 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z fc Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z fc.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon Z fc to provide you with more detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z fc Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 | Nikon Z fc | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-T1 | Nikon Z fc |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-04-14 | 2021-06-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 21 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5568 x 3712 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 209 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
Total lenses | 54 | 21 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 440 gr (0.97 lb) | 445 gr (0.98 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $1,300 | $949 |