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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100

Portability
83
Imaging
67
Features
82
Overall
73
Fujifilm X-T20 front
 
Nikon D7100 front
Portability
59
Imaging
64
Features
80
Overall
70

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
  • Released January 2017
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-T10
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-T30
Nikon D7100
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 765g - 136 x 107 x 76mm
  • Released April 2013
  • Previous Model is Nikon D7000
  • Newer Model is Nikon D7200
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 Overview

The following is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon D7100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and the D7100 (24MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was brought out 3 years after the D7100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D7100 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores versus the D7100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Nikon D7100

 Fujifilm X-T20 D7100 
ReleasedJanuary 2017April 2013Newer by 46 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon D7100 over the Fujifilm X-T20

 D7100 Fujifilm X-T20 
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution1229k920kCrisper screen (+309k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon D7100

 Fujifilm X-T20 D7100 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T20 offers physical 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) and the Nikon D7100 has sizing of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon D7100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 against the D7100.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and D7100 is 83 and 59 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T20 and D7100.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of images however you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm X-T20 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Portrait photography advice
Nikon D7100 Portrait photography advice
80
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
saves RAW files
78
manual focus
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Street photography features
Nikon D7100 Street photography features
78
has a tilting screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
supports touch focus
does not have image stabilization
60
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Sports photography features
Nikon D7100 Sports photography features
75
silent shutter (1/32,000s)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
supports phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
69
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
good MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon D7100 as a Travel photography camera
76
supports touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
has built in flash
screen isn't selfie friendly
66
environment sealing
good MP (24MP)
has built in flash
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-T20
Landscape photography with Nikon D7100
78
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
saves RAW files
does not have image stabilization
76
manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inch)
good MP (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
has double storage slots
no image stabilization
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Vlogging information
Nikon D7100 Vlogging information
36
touchscreen capability
supports face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with microphone port
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
30
comes with face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes external mic port
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon D7100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon D7100
 Fujifilm X-T20Nikon D7100
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-T20 Nikon D7100
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced DSLR
Released 2017-01-18 2013-04-25
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Chip X-Processor Pro2 -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 12800 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 25600
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Min enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
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 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3.2"
Display resolution 920k dot 1,229k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - Wide Viewing Angle TFT-LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.63x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames per sec 6.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in 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, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180 seconds 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) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 24 fps)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 383g (0.84 pounds) 765g (1.69 pounds)
Dimensions 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") 136 x 107 x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 83
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 24.2
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 1256
Other
Battery life 350 photographs 950 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S EN-EL15
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes (2 or 10 seconds)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) SD/SDHC/SDXC x 2 slots
Storage slots One 2
Pricing at release $900 $800