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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300

Portability
83
Imaging
66
Features
82
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-T20 front
 
Nikon D3300 front
Portability
69
Imaging
64
Features
72
Overall
67

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
  • Introduced January 2017
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-T10
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-T30
Nikon D3300
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 430g - 124 x 98 x 76mm
  • Revealed April 2014
  • Previous Model is Nikon D3200
  • Replacement is Nikon D3400
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 Overview

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon D3300, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the D3300 (24MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was released 2 years after the D3300 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D3300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores against the D3300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Nikon D3300

 Fujifilm X-T20 D3300 
RevealedJanuary 2017April 2014Newer by 34 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon D3300 over the Fujifilm X-T20

 D3300 Fujifilm X-T20 
Screen resolution921k920kCrisper screen (+1k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon D3300

 Fujifilm X-T20 D3300 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 has exterior dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3300 has dimensions of 124mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon D3300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 compared to the D3300.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and D3300 is 83 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T20 and D3300.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you should always consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm X-T20 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon D3300 as a Portrait photography camera
79
focusing manually
decent MP (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
78
has manual focus
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 as a Street photography camera
Nikon D3300 as a Street photography camera
78
screen tilts up and down
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
supports touch to focus
no image stabilization
64
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lighter than competition (430 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Sports photography info
Nikon D3300 Sports photography info
74
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
supports phase detect AF
no image stabilization
67
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
good battery power (700 shots)
sensor has phase detect AF
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon D3300 as a Travel photography camera
76
supports touch to focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
has built in flash
screen is not selfie friendly
67
good battery power (700 CIPA)
lighter than competition (430 grams)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Landscape photography details
Nikon D3300 Landscape photography details
78
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
delivers RAW formats
no image stabilization
72
has manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
megapixel count good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
exports RAW formats
good battery power (700 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon D3300 as a Vlogging camera
36
screen is touchscreen
has face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with external microphone support
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
33
offers face detection focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external microphone jack
lighter than competition (430 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D3300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon D3300
 Fujifilm X-T20Nikon D3300
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-T20 Nikon D3300
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level DSLR
Introduced 2017-01-18 2014-04-21
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Compact SLR
Sensor Information
Chip X-Processor Pro2 Expeed 4
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 12800 12800
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 25600
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Minimum boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 325 11
Cross type focus points - 1
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Nikon F
Amount of lenses 54 309
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 920k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - TFT LCD (160 degree viewing angle)
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.57x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shooting speed 14.0 frames per sec 5.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.00 m (ISO 100) 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander Auto, Auto slow sync, Auto slow sync with red-eye reduction, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill-flash, Off, Rear-curtain sync, Rear-curtain with slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/200 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported 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) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p fps), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional Optional
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 383g (0.84 pounds) 430g (0.95 pounds)
Dimensions 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") 124 x 98 x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 82
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.3
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.8
DXO Low light rating not tested 1385
Other
Battery life 350 photos 700 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S EN-EL14a
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs (1-9 exposures))
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $900 $500