Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon Z9
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon Z9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Released January 2017
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-T10
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T30
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
- Revealed October 2021

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon Z9 Overview
Following is a extended review of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon Z9, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and Z9 (46MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and Z9 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-T20 was introduced 5 years prior to the Z9 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 matches up against the Z9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon Z9 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon Z9. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Nikon Z9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Nikon Z9
Fujifilm X-T20 | Z9 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Fujifilm X-T20
Z9 | Fujifilm X-T20 | |||
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Revealed | October 2021 | ![]() | January 2017 | More modern by 58 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2089k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+1169k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon Z9
Fujifilm X-T20 | Z9 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon Z9 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T20 offers exterior measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Nikon Z9 has sizing of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon Z9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 compared to the Z9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Z9 is 83 and 51 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon Z9 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The pic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Z9.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T20 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Nikon Z9 will give extra detail using its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon Z9 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T20 | Nikon Z9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-T20 | Nikon Z9 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-01-18 | 2021-10-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor Pro2 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS III | Stacked CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 46 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 8256 x 5504 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | 32 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 493 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 29 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 2,089 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.8x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 900 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 30.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/200 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) | 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 | 3840x2160 | 7680x4320 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 grams (0.84 pounds) | 1340 grams (2.95 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") | 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") |
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 | 350 shots | 740 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | EN-EL18d |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | Dual CFexpress Type B slots |
Card slots | Single | 2 |
Retail price | $900 | $5,500 |