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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II

Portability
70
Imaging
76
Features
89
Overall
81
Fujifilm X-T5 front
 
Nikon Z7 Mark II front
Portability
61
Imaging
80
Features
92
Overall
84

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T5
(Full Review)
  • 40MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Tilting Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 6240 x 4160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 557g - 130 x 91 x 64mm
  • Launched November 2022
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-T4
Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
  • Announced October 2020
  • Succeeded the Nikon Z7
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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-T5 versus Nikon Z7 II, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-T5 (40MP) and the Z7 II (46MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-T5 (APS-C) and Z7 II (Full frame) provide different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T5 was revealed 2 years after the Z7 II which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T5 grades vs the Z7 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T5 over the Nikon Z7 II

 Fujifilm X-T5 Z7 II 
AnnouncedNovember 2022October 2020Newer by 25 months

Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Fujifilm X-T5

 Z7 II Fujifilm X-T5 
Display dimensions3.2"3.00"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1840kClearer display (+260k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T5 and Nikon Z7 II

 Fujifilm X-T5 Z7 II 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II Physical Comparison

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T5 features outside dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 557 grams (1.23 lbs) while the Nikon Z7 II has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T5 versus Nikon Z7 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T5 compared to the Z7 II.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T5 and Z7 II is 70 and 61 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T5 and Z7 II.

As you can see, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T5 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Nikon Z7 II will produce more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T5 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Portrait photography advice
Nikon Z7 II Portrait photography advice
85
you can focus manually
excellent MP (40 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
88
you can focus manually
resolution is great (46 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
features face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Street photography details
Nikon Z7 II Street photography details
77
screen tilts up and down
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
provides touch to focus
weather sealing
more heavy than competitors (557 grams)
79
screen tilts up and down
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
features touch to focus
environment proof
very good high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Sports photography information
Nikon Z7 II Sports photography information
88
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
quiet shooting (1/180,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent MP (40MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
weather sealing
great battery power (580 CIPA)
comes with phase detect autofocus
90
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is great (46MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment proof
supports phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Travel photography factors
Nikon Z7 II Travel photography factors
71
great battery power (580 per charge)
weather sealing
has bluetooth
provides touch to focus
excellent MP (40 megapixels)
more heavy than competitors (557 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
72
environment proof
supports bluetooth
features touch to focus
resolution is great (46 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 Landscape photography info
Nikon Z7 II Landscape photography info
87
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a good size (3.00")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent MP (40 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
exports RAW files
weather sealing
great battery power (580 shots)
has dual storage slots
88
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is great (46MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
no low pass filter
very good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
has double storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T5 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon Z7 II as a Vlogging camera
35
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection autofocus
video res high (6240 x 4160 pxls)
does have external microphone jack
display isn't selfie friendly
more heavy than competitors (557 grams)
36
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with external microphone port
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon Z7 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T5 and Nikon Z7 II
 Fujifilm X-T5Nikon Z7 Mark II
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-T5 Nikon Z7 Mark II
Class Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2022-11-02 2020-10-14
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 40 megapixel 46 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 7728 x 5152 8256 x 5504
Maximum native ISO 12800 25600
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 102400
Lowest native ISO 125 64
RAW pictures
Lowest boosted ISO 64 32
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 425 493
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Nikon Z
Number of lenses 82 15
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Range of display Tilting Tilting
Display diagonal 3.00" 3.2"
Display resolution 1,840 thousand dot 2,100 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690 thousand dot 3,690 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.8x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Highest quiet shutter speed 1/180000 secs -
Continuous shooting speed 15.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options no built-in flash Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync 1/250 secs 1/200 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 6240 x 4160 @ 30p /4096x2160 (60p/​50p/​30p/​25p/​24p/​23.98p) 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 6240x4160 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 557g (1.23 lb) 705g (1.55 lb)
Physical dimensions 130 x 91 x 64mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.5") 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 580 images 420 images
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W235 -
Self timer Yes Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (UHS-II supported) CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II)
Storage slots Dual Dual
Retail cost $1,699 $2,997