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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E

Portability
67
Imaging
71
Features
92
Overall
79
Fujifilm X-T4 front
 
Nikon D800E front
Portability
54
Imaging
73
Features
80
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 607g - 135 x 93 x 64mm
  • Released February 2020
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-T3
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-T5
Nikon D800E
(Full Review)
  • 36MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 900g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
  • Revealed June 2012
  • Superseded the Nikon D700
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E Overview

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T4 (26MP) and D800E (36MP) and the Fujifilm X-T4 (APS-C) and D800E (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T4 was launched 7 years later than the D800E and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D800E being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T4 grades versus the D800E when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T4 over the Nikon D800E

 Fujifilm X-T4 D800E 
RevealedFebruary 2020June 2012More recent by 94 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1620k921kSharper screen (+699k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon D800E over the Fujifilm X-T4

 D800E Fujifilm X-T4 
Screen size3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T4 and Nikon D800E

 Fujifilm X-T4 D800E 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T4 comes with exterior measurements of 135mm x 93mm x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") and a weight of 607 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Nikon D800E has specifications of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T4 versus the D800E.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T4 and D800E is 67 and 54 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T4 and D800E.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T4 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Nikon D800E will give greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T4 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Portrait photography details
Nikon D800E Portrait photography details
82
manual focus
amazing sensor resolution (26 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
83
focusing manually
fantastic MP (36 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-T4
Street photography with Nikon D800E
74
screen articulates
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
includes touch to focus
environment proof
heavier than average (607 grams)
60
sensor size is big (Full frame)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Sports photography info
Nikon D800E Sports photography info
85
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/32,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
amazing sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
environment proof
great battery (500 CIPA)
has phase detect AF
74
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
fantastic MP (36 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
has phase detect autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon D800E as a Travel photography camera
75
great battery (500 shots)
environment proof
has bluetooth
includes touch to focus
amazing sensor resolution (26 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
heavier than average (607 grams)
66
environment proofing
fantastic MP (36 megapixels)
flash built-in
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon D800E as a Landscape photography camera
85
manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
amazing sensor resolution (26MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
saves RAW formats
environment proof
great battery (500 CIPA)
has double storage slots
79
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen is a good size (3.2")
fantastic MP (36MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
no anti aliasing filter
exports RAW files
environment proofing
2 card slots
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T4 Vlogging advice
Nikon D800E Vlogging advice
75
screen is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
includes face detect focusing
high video quality (4096 x 2160 pixels)
has mic port
heavier than average (607 grams)
30
supports face detect autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has microphone support
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Fujifilm X-T4 vs Nikon D800E Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T4 and Nikon D800E
 Fujifilm X-T4Nikon D800E
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-T4 Nikon D800E
Type Advanced Mirrorless Advanced DSLR
Released 2020-02-24 2012-06-11
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed 3
Sensor type X-Trans CMOS 4 CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixels 36 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 5:4 and 3:2
Full resolution 6240 x 4160 7360 x 4912
Max native ISO 12800 6400
Max boosted ISO 51200 25600
Min native ISO 160 100
RAW data
Min boosted ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 425 51
Cross focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Nikon F
Available lenses 54 309
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3.2 inches
Display resolution 1,620k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.7x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 15.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain, High-speed sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/250 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 400 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM1920 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 607g (1.34 pounds) 900g (1.98 pounds)
Physical dimensions 135 x 93 x 64mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 2.5") 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 96
DXO Color Depth score not tested 25.6
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.3
DXO Low light score not tested 2979
Other
Battery life 500 pictures 900 pictures
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL15
Self timer Yes Yes (2 to 20 sec, 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2 or 3 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant
Card slots Two Two
Retail cost $1,700 $2,389