Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D780
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D780 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
- Announced July 2016
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-T1
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 144 x 116 x 76mm
- Introduced January 2020
- Superseded the Nikon D750

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D780 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Nikon D780, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the D780 (25MP) is very close but the Fujifilm X-T2 (APS-C) and D780 (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-T2 was brought out 4 years prior to the D780 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D780 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T2 grades versus the D780 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D780 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T2 & Nikon D780. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery & Nikon D780 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Nikon D780
Fujifilm X-T2 | D780 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon D780 over the Fujifilm X-T2
D780 | Fujifilm X-T2 | |||
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Introduced | January 2020 | ![]() | July 2016 | More recent by 42 months |
Display resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 1040k | Clearer display (+1319k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Nikon D780
Fujifilm X-T2 | D780 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D780 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T2 comes with physical measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Nikon D780 has measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Nikon D780 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 and the D780.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T2 and D780 is 76 and 57 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D780 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T2 and D780.
All in all, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T2 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Nikon D780 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T2 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D780 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T2 | Nikon D780 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T2 | Nikon D780 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2016-07-07 | 2020-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor Pro2 | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | BSI-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 | 24MP | 25MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6048 x 4024 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 51 |
Cross type focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Nikon F |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 900 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 507 grams (1.12 lbs) | 840 grams (1.85 lbs) |
Dimensions | 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") | 144 x 116 x 76mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 340 shots | 2260 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | EN-EL15b |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Pricing at launch | $1,600 | $2,297 |