Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z5
Portability
79 Imaging
58 Features
76 Overall
65
79 Imaging
58 Features
76 Overall
65
Portability
62 Imaging
76 Features
86 Overall
80
62 Imaging
76 Features
86 Overall
80
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z5 Key Specs
Fujifilm X-T1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Boost to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Announced April 2014
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon Z5
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Revealed July 2020
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Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z5, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and Z5 (24MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and Z5 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X-T1 was brought out 7 years earlier than the Z5 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up versus the Z5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Nikon Z5
| Fujifilm X-T1 | Z5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Fujifilm X-T1
| Z5 | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2020 |  | April 2014 | Fresher by 76 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z5
| Fujifilm X-T1 | Z5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 1040k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 enjoys physical dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Nikon Z5 has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 against the Z5.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z5 is 79 and 62 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z5.
All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon Z5 will deliver greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm X-T1 Portrait photography features
Nikon Z5 Portrait photography features
you can focus manually
decent MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
manual focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street photography with Fujifilm X-T1
Street photography with Nikon Z5
screen tilts
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
does not have image stabilization
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
weather sealing
above average ISO range (51,200)
heavier than competition (675g)
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Fujifilm X-T1 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon Z5 as a Sports photography camera
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery life (350 CIPA)
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
weather sealing
good battery pack (470 shots)
comes with phase detect autofocus
continuous shooting slow (4.5 frames per second)
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Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T1
Travel photography with Nikon Z5
environment proof
decent MP (16MP)
terrible battery life (350 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
good battery pack (470 per charge)
weather sealing
supports bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
decent MP (24MP)
heavier than competition (675g)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
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Fujifilm X-T1 Landscape photography factors
Nikon Z5 Landscape photography factors
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
environment proof
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery life (350 shots)
manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon Z mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW formats
weather sealing
good battery pack (470 per charge)
two card slots
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Fujifilm X-T1 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon Z5 as a Vlogging camera
comes with face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
has mic port
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
touch screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have external mic socket
does not have a selfie friendly screen
heavier than competition (675 grams)
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z5 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T1 | Nikon Z5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-T1 | Nikon Z5 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2014-04-14 | 2020-07-20 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR Processor II | Expeed 6 |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 858.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6016 x 4016 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 273 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 15 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,690k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.8x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 4.5fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | 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, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/200 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 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 |
| Highest 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) | Yes |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 440g (0.97 lbs) | 675g (1.49 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 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 | 350 images | 470 images |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | EN-EL15c |
| Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
| Card slots | 1 | Dual |
| Price at release | $1,300 | $1,399 |