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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc

Portability
76
Imaging
67
Features
79
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T2 front
 
Nikon Z fc front
Portability
79
Imaging
69
Features
80
Overall
73

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 507g - 133 x 92 x 49mm
  • Released July 2016
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T1
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-T3
Nikon Z fc
(Full Review)
  • 21MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
  • Released June 2021
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc Overview

Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Nikon Z fc, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) and the Z fc (21MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T2 was manufactured 6 years prior to the Z fc which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-T2 matches up against the Z fc in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T2 over the Nikon Z fc

 Fujifilm X-T2 Z fc 
Display size3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Fujifilm X-T2

 Z fc Fujifilm X-T2 
ReleasedJune 2021July 2016More modern by 60 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Nikon Z fc

 Fujifilm X-T2 Z fc 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Display resolution1040k1040kThe same display resolution

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T2 provides exterior measurements of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Nikon Z fc has measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T2 versus Nikon Z fc in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T2 vs the Z fc.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T2 and Z fc is 76 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T2 and Z fc.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-T2 to produce greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T2 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Portrait photography info
Nikon Z fc Portrait photography info
80
focusing manually
good megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focus
delivers RAW files
81
has manual focus
megapixel count good (21 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Street photography info
Nikon Z fc Street photography info
75
has a tilting screen
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
environment proof
does not have image stabilization
74
screen articulates
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
provides focus by touch
above average high ISO (51,200)
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors (445g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Sports photography advice
Nikon Z fc Sports photography advice
72
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
good megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery life (340 CIPA)
67
megapixel count good (21MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect AF
no image stabilization
not so great battery life (300 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Travel photography info
Nikon Z fc Travel photography info
63
environment proof
good megapixels (24MP)
terrible battery life (340 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
72
connects via bluetooth
provides focus by touch
megapixel count good (21MP)
screen is selfie friendly
not so great battery life (300 CIPA)
more heavy than competitors (445g)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Landscape photography details
Nikon Z fc Landscape photography details
75
focusing manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inch)
good megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
delivers RAW files
environment proof
two card slots
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery life (340 CIPA)
75
has manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen is a good size (3")
megapixel count good (21 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
above average high ISO (51,200)
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
not so great battery life (300 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T2 Vlogging features
Nikon Z fc Vlogging features
33
includes face detection focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
73
screen is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
provides face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have external microphone socket
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors (445g)
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Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon Z fc Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T2 and Nikon Z fc
 Fujifilm X-T2Nikon Z fc
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-T2 Nikon Z fc
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2016-07-07 2021-06-28
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip X-Processor Pro2 -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III 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 24 megapixels 21 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 5568 x 3712
Highest native ISO 12800 51200
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 204800
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 325 209
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Nikon Z
Amount of lenses 54 21
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 3.2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 1,040k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x 0.68x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 507g (1.12 lbs) 445g (0.98 lbs)
Physical dimensions 133 x 92 x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7")
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 340 images 300 images
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S EN-EL25
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS II SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported)
Card slots Two 1
Pricing at release $1,600 $949