Nikon D50 vs Fujifilm X-S20

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      BrandNikonFujifilm
      ModelD50X-S20
      Predecessor ModelFujifilm X-S10
      Successor ModelNikon D40X
      MSRP$1299 (body only), $1599 (w/18-55mm lens), $1399 (w/15-45mm lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Sensor TypeCCDBSI-CMOS
      Sensor FormatDX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.7 x 15.6 mm23.5 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels6.24 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels6.1 Megapixel26.1 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range200 - 1,600160 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range80 - 51,200
      Photo Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      ProcessorX-Processor 5
      Max Image Resolution3008 x 20006240 x 4160
      Other Resolutions2256 x 1496, 1504 x 1000
      Image Aspect Ratios3:21:1, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAWHEIF, JPEG, RAW, TIFF
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, normal
      Bit Depth16-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAuto (TTL white-balance with 420 pixels RGB sensor), six manual modes with preset white balance2500 to 10,000K
      Presets: Auto, Color Temperature, Custom, Fine, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
      Focus Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Focusing SystemIntelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoAutofocus (AF-A), Single-servo AF (AF-S), Continuous servo AF (AF-C), Manual focus (M), Focus lock
      Predictive focus tracking automatically activated according to subject status
      Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points425
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Focusing ScreenType B BriteView Clear Matte Screen Mark V with Superimposed Focus Brackets
      Optics Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Lens MountNikon FFujifilm X
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation7 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Screen TypeFixedFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size2.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution130k dot1,840k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      ViewfinderOptical (pentamirror)Electronic (OLED)
      Viewfinder Size0.39"
      Viewfinder Coverage95%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.75x0.93x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.50x0.62x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,360k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint17.5 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-1.6 to +0.5-4 to +2
      Shutter Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Shutter TypeCombined mechanical and CCD electronicElectronic, Mechanical Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec900 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)8.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting (Electronic)20.0 fps
      Max Continuous Shooting3.0 fps20.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up for image sensor cleaning
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferElectronic Shutter
      Up to 20 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 256 Frames (JPEG) / 28 Frames (Raw)
      Electronic Shutter
      Up to 10 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 341 Frames (JPEG) / 32 Frames (Raw)
      Electronic Shutter
      Up to 8 fps at 26.1 MP for up to 35 Frames (Raw)
      Electronic Shutter
      Up to 30 fps at 20.9 MP for up to 407 Frames (JPEG) / 28 Frames (Raw)
      Electronic Shutter
      Up to 20 fps at 20.9 MP for Unlimited Frames (JPEG) / 30 Frames (Raw)
      Electronic Shutter
      Up to 10 fps at 20.9 MP for Unlimited Frames (JPEG) / 40 Frames (Raw)
      Mechanical Shutter
      Up to 8 fps at 26.1 MP for Unlimited Frames (JPEG) / 35 Frames (Raw)
      Flash Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront curtain
      Rear curtain
      Red-Eye
      Slow
      Red-Eye Slow
      Flash Range11.00 m at ISO 1007.00 m at ISO 200
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/500 sec1/180 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemSB-28DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
      SB-29: Manual, Rear Curtain
      SB-30: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
      SB-50DX: Manual, Rear Curtain
      SB-80DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
      SB-400: i-TTL, Manual* (*with D40 using Custom Setting only)
      SB-600: i-TTL, Manual, Red-Eye Reduction, AF, Zoom, Rear Curtain
      SB-800: i-TTL, Auto Aperture (AA), GN, Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, AF, Zoom
      SB-900: CLS cameras: i-TTL, AA, Non-TTL Auto, GN, M, RPT, AutoFP High Speed Sync (D3-series, D2-series, D700, D300s, D300, D200, D80 only) , FV Lock, AF-Assist for mulit-area AF, Flash Color Info. Comm., Rear Curtain Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Auto Zoom
      SB-R1C1/SB-R200 triggered by SU-800: i-TTL, AA, Manual, RPT, AutoFP High Speed Sync (D200/D80 only), FV Lock, AF-Assist for multi area AF, Rear Curtain Sync
      SB-R1/SB-R200 triggered by camera's built in flash: i-TTL, Manual, AutoFP High Speed Sync, FV Lock, Rear Curtain Sync
      External Flash ConnectionStandard ISO hot-shoe contact with safety lock providedHot Shoe, Proprietary
      Exposure Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Average
      Spot
      Exposure ModesDigital Vari-Program, Programmed Auto [P] with flexible program, Shutter-Priority Auto [S], Aperture Priority Auto , Manual [M], Auto Exposure LockAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/2 EV, 1/3 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing 2 or 3 frames +/-2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 steps ±5 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments)
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
      DXO Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      DxO Low Light ISO560
      DxO Color Depth20.9
      DxO Dynamic Range10.8
      DxO Overall Score55
      Video Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Internal Recording ModesNoH.264 ALL-Intra/H.264 Long GOP/H.265/H.265 Long GOP/MOV/MP4/MPEG-4 AVC 4:2:2/4:2:0 8/10-Bit
      6240 x 4160 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97 fps [50 to 360 Mbps]
      DCI 4K: 4096 x 2160 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps [50 to 360 Mbps]
      2048 x 1080 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/240 fps [50 to 360 Mbps]
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080 @ 23.98/24/25/29.97/50/59.94/100/119.88/200/240 fps [360 Mbps]
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution6240 x 4160
      10-bit 4:2:2 Color
      External Recording ModesRaw/ProResRAW 12-Bit via HDMI
      6240 x 4160 up to 29.97 fps
      No crop on 4K Videos
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      IP Streaming
      Terminals Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      Other I/O1 x USB-C Control/Monitor/Tether
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro
      SpeakerMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.2 LE
      Mobile App Compatible: Android & iOS
      App Name: FUJIFILM XApp
      Functionality: Access Stored Files, Adjust Settings, Firmware Update, Remote Control, View Live Feed
      *As of May, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control Optional ML-L3 via smartphone and wired remote
      Environmental Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity10 to 80% (Non-Condensing)
      Physical Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Dimensions133 x 102 x 76 mm (5.24 x 4.02 x 2.99")127 x 85 x 65 mm (5 x 3.35 x 2.56")
      Weight (inc. batteries)620 g (1.37 lb / 21.87 oz)491 g (1.08 lb / 17.32 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.6 x 7.6 x 5.3"
      Package Weight3.6 lb2.455 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Battery PackEN-EL3NP-W235
      Battery Life750 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SDSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) [2 TB Maximum]
      Other Nikon D50 Fujifilm X-S20
      Self Timer 2 to 20 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemUltra Sonic Vibration
      Included AccessoriesLi-ion battery NP-W235
      AC power adapter AC-5VJ
      Plug adapter
      USB cable
      Shoulder strap
      Body cap
      Cooling fan connector cover


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