Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z7

Lets look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z7, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and Z7 (46MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and Z7 (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was launched 5 years before the Z7 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up against the Z7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z7. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 has external measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon Z7 has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 against the Z7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z7 is 79 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z7.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Nikon Z7 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.