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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9

Portability
71 Imaging
69 Features
88 Overall
76
Fujifilm X-T3 front
 
Nikon Z9 front
Portability
51 Imaging
81 Features
90 Overall
84

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
  • Introduced September 2018
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-T2
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-T4
Nikon Z9
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • 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
  • Introduced October 2021
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 Overview

The following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 and Nikon Z9, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and Z9 (46MP) and the Fujifilm X-T3 (APS-C) and Z9 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T3 was launched 4 years earlier than the Z9 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-T3 scores against the Z9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-T3 Z9 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Fujifilm X-T3

		

		

			
 Z9 Fujifilm X-T3 
IntroducedOctober 2021September 2018Newer by 38 months
Screen dimension3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2089k1040kSharper screen (+1049k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X-T3 Z9 
Manually focus  Very accurate focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Selfie screen  Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T3 features outer measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") along with a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon Z9 has dimensions of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") having a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-T3 and Nikon Z9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 against the Z9.
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 size comparison
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T3 and Z9 is 71 and 51 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Z9.
As you can see, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T3 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon Z9 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 20MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-T3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
	
			Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Fujifilm X-T3 as a Portrait photography camera
 Nikon Z9 as a Portrait photography camera
81
 has manual focus
 amazing MP (26 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 includes face detect autofocus
 saves RAW formats
88
 has manual focus
 excellent sensor resolution (46 megapixels)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 comes with face detect autofocus
 delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm X-T3 Street photography advice
Nikon Z9 Street photography advice
75
 has a tilting screen
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 saves RAW formats
 offers touch focus
 environment proof
 lack of image stabilization
70
 screen tilts
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 delivers RAW formats
 includes focus via touch
 environment proof
 great high ISO (25,600)
 heavier than average in class (1,340g)
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Sports Comparison
 Fujifilm X-T3 as a Sports photography camera
 Nikon Z9 as a Sports photography camera
78
 max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
 quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
 high max frames per second (20.0 fps)
 amazing MP (26MP)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 includes tracking focus
 environment proof
 sensor has phase detect autofocus
 lack of image stabilization
90
 silent mode (1/32,000s)
 high fps (30.0 fps)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 excellent sensor resolution (46 megapixels)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 comes with tracking focus
 environment proof
 good battery life (740 per charge)
 has phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison
Fujifilm X-T3 Travel photography advice
Nikon Z9 Travel photography advice
74
 environment proof
 supports bluetooth
 offers touch focus
 amazing MP (26MP)
 doesn't contain selfie friendly display
65
 good battery life (740 CIPA)
 environment proof
 has bluetooth
 includes focus via touch
 excellent sensor resolution (46 megapixels)
 heavier than average in class (1,340g)
 does not have a selfie friendly screen
Photography Glossary
Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm X-T3 Landscape photography advice
Nikon Z9 Landscape photography advice
79
 has manual focus
 switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
 good sized screen (3")
 amazing MP (26 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 doesnt have low pass filter
 saves RAW formats
 environment proof
 has dual storage slots
 lack of image stabilization
87
 has manual focus
 change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 nice screen size (3.2 inch)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 excellent sensor resolution (46MP)
 great sensor size (Full frame)
 great high ISO (25,600)
 delivers RAW formats
 environment proof
 good battery life (740 per charge)
 2 card slots
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Vlogging Comparison
Fujifilm X-T3 Vlogging information
Nikon Z9 Vlogging information
34
 touch screen
 includes face detect autofocus
 high quality video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
 includes mic jack
 doesn't contain selfie friendly display
 lack of image stabilization
32
 built-in touchscreen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 comes with face detect autofocus
 high quality video (7680 x 4320 pxls)
 has mic support
 does not have a selfie friendly screen
 heavier than average in class (1,340 grams)
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon Z9 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T3 and Nikon Z9
 Fujifilm X-T3Nikon Z9
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-T3 Nikon Z9
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2018-09-06 2021-10-28
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip X-Processor 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS Stacked CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixel 46 megapixel
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9
Peak resolution 6240 x 4160 8256 x 5504
Highest native ISO 12800 25600
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 102400
Min native ISO 160 64
RAW support    
Min enhanced ISO 80 32
Autofocusing
Manual focusing    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Selective autofocus    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Autofocus live view    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Total focus points 425 493
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Nikon Z
Total lenses 54 29
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3 inch 3.2 inch
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dots 2,089 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch functionality    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dots 3,686 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.8x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 900 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs -
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs 1/32000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 20.0fps 30.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with slow sync, Slow sync Off
Hot shoe    
AEB    
WB bracketing    
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250 secs 1/200 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering    
Average metering    
Spot metering    
Partial metering    
AF area metering    
Center weighted metering    
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) 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
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 7680x4320
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 H.264, H.265
Mic support    
Headphone support    
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 Built-in
Physical
Environmental sealing    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 539 grams (1.19 pounds) 1340 grams (2.95 pounds)
Dimensions 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") 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 390 photographs 740 photographs
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S EN-EL18d
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature    
Storage type - Dual CFexpress Type B slots
Card slots Dual Dual
Launch cost $1,500 $5,500