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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9

Portability
79 Imaging
58 Features
76 Overall
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Fujifilm X-T1 front
 
Nikon Z9 front
Portability
51 Imaging
81 Features
90 Overall
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
  • Introduced April 2014
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon Z9
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
  • Released October 2021
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 Overview

Let's look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and Z9 (46MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and Z9 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was manufactured 8 years prior to the Z9 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-T1 scores against the Z9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-T1 Z9 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Fujifilm X-T1

		

		

			
 Z9 Fujifilm X-T1 
ReleasedOctober 2021April 2014Fresher by 91 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2089k1040kCrisper display (+1049k dot)
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-T1 Z9 
Manual focus  Dial exact focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Selfie screen  No selfie screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T1 enjoys outer measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") and a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon Z9 has measurements of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 and the Z9.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 size comparison
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z9 is 79 and 51 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Z9.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Nikon Z9 will show more detail due to its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
	
			Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T1
Portrait photography with Nikon Z9
74
 has manual focus
 megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
 sensor size is nice (APS-C)
 has face detect autofocus
 saves RAW files
88
 focusing manually
 MP count fantastic (46MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 offers face detect focus
 supports RAW files
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm X-T1 Street photography info
Nikon Z9 Street photography info
75
 screen tilts
 sensor size is nice (APS-C)
 saves RAW files
 weather sealing
 lack of image stabilization
70
 screen tilts
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 supports RAW files
 features focus via touch
 environment proofing
 very good ISO range (25,600)
 heavier than competition in class (1,340 grams)
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Sports Comparison
Fujifilm X-T1 Sports photography information
Nikon Z9 Sports photography information
66
 silent mode (1/32,000s)
 megapixel count decent (16MP)
 sensor size is nice (APS-C)
 has tracking focus
 weather sealing
 has phase detect autofocus
 lack of image stabilization
 bad battery (350 CIPA)
90
 quiet shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
 fast shooting (30.0 frames/s)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 MP count fantastic (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 offers tracking focus
 environment proofing
 great battery pack (740 shots)
 supports phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison
Fujifilm X-T1 Travel photography highlights
Nikon Z9 Travel photography highlights
63
 weather sealing
 megapixel count decent (16MP)
 bad battery (350 shots)
 doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
65
 great battery pack (740 per charge)
 environment proofing
 supports bluetooth
 features focus via touch
 MP count fantastic (46MP)
 heavier than competition in class (1,340g)
 does not have selfie friendly display
Photography Glossary
Landscape Comparison
 Fujifilm X-T1 as a Landscape photography camera
 Nikon Z9 as a Landscape photography camera
69
 has manual focus
 change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
 screen size is decent (3 inches)
 megapixel count decent (16MP)
 sensor size is nice (APS-C)
 saves RAW files
 weather sealing
 lack of image stabilization
 bad battery (350 CIPA)
87
 focusing manually
 interchangeable lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 nice screen size (3.2 inches)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 MP count fantastic (46MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 very good ISO range (25,600)
 supports RAW files
 environment proofing
 great battery pack (740 shots)
 has double storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison
Fujifilm X-T1 Vlogging details
Nikon Z9 Vlogging details
33
 has face detect autofocus
 high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
 has microphone socket
 doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
 lack of image stabilization
32
 touchscreen enabled
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 offers face detect focus
 high res video (7680 x 4320 pxls)
 comes with mic port
 does not have selfie friendly display
 heavier than competition in class (1,340g)
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon Z9 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon Z9
 Fujifilm X-T1Nikon Z9
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-T1 Nikon Z9
Class Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2014-04-14 2021-10-28
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II Stacked CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 46 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 8256 x 5504
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 102400
Min native ISO 200 64
RAW pictures    
Min enhanced ISO 100 32
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Autofocus continuous    
Single autofocus    
Autofocus tracking    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Multi area autofocus    
Autofocus live view    
Face detect autofocus    
Contract detect autofocus    
Phase detect autofocus    
Number of focus points - 493
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Nikon Z
Total lenses 54 29
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Range of display Tilting Tilting
Display sizing 3 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of display 1,040k dot 2,089k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch display    
Display technology TFT LCD (RGBW) -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 3,686k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.8x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 900 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds -
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 8.0fps 30.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in 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, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Max flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/200 seconds
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) 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 7680x4320
Video data format H.264 H.264, H.265
Mic jack    
Headphone jack    
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 Built-in
Physical
Environmental seal    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 440 grams (0.97 lbs) 1340 grams (2.95 lbs)
Dimensions 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6")
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 photos 740 photos
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 EN-EL18d
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) Dual CFexpress Type B slots
Storage slots 1 2
Price at release $1,300 $5,500