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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50

Portability
79
Imaging
59
Features
76
Overall
65
Fujifilm X-T1 front
 
Nikon Z50 front
Portability
74
Imaging
68
Features
84
Overall
74

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
  • Announced April 2014
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon Z50
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
  • Announced October 2019
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 Overview

In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Nikon Z50, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and Z50 (21MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was released 6 years earlier than the Z50 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-T1 scores against the Z50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Nikon Z50

 Fujifilm X-T1 Z50 

Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Fujifilm X-T1

 Z50 Fujifilm X-T1 
AnnouncedOctober 2019April 2014More modern by 66 months
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z50

 Fujifilm X-T1 Z50 
Focus manually More precise focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Screen resolution1040k1040kIdentical screen resolution

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T1 enjoys external measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") having a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Nikon Z50 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Nikon Z50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 against the Z50.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z50 is 79 and 74 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z50.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon Z50 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T1
Portrait photography with Nikon Z50
75
has manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with face detect focus
supports RAW files
80
has manual focus
megapixel count good (21 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Street photography details
Nikon Z50 Street photography details
75
has a tilting screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
does not have image stabilization
73
tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
boasts focus by touch
environment sealing
above average high ISO (51,200)
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than average (397 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon Z50 as a Sports photography camera
67
silent shooting (1/32,000s)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
environment proofing
supports phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (350 per charge)
75
megapixel count good (21 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers tracking focus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Travel photography information
Nikon Z50 Travel photography information
63
environment proofing
decent MP (16 megapixels)
not so great battery pack (350 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
77
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
boasts focus by touch
megapixel count good (21 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
more heavy than average (397g)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-T1
Landscape photography with Nikon Z50
70
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (350 CIPA)
79
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Nikon Z mount)
good sized screen (3.2 inches)
megapixel count good (21 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
above average high ISO (51,200)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Vlogging info
Nikon Z50 Vlogging info
33
comes with face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
comes with microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
71
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
offers face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes microphone socket
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than average (397 grams)
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z50
 Fujifilm X-T1Nikon Z50
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-T1 Nikon Z50
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2014-04-14 2019-10-10
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor II Expeed 6
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 21 megapixel
Anti alias 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 files
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 209
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Nikon Z
Total lenses 54 15
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display sizing 3 inch 3.2 inch
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 1,040 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech 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 -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 8.0fps 11.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 8.00 m (ISO100) 7.00 m (at ISO 100)
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 -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 440 gr (0.97 pounds) 397 gr (0.88 pounds)
Dimensions 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4")
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 photographs 320 photographs
Type of battery Battery Pack Built-in
Battery ID NP-W126 EN-EL25
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $1,300 $857