Nikon D5300 vs Fujifilm X-T20

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      BrandNikonFujifilm
      ModelD5300X-T20
      Predecessor ModelNikon D5200 Fujifilm X-T10
      Successor ModelNikon D5500 Fujifilm X-T30
      MSRP$799.95 / £729.99 (body only), $1399.99 (w/ 18-140mm F3.5-5.6 lens) / £829.99 (w/ 18-55mm F3.5-5.6)$899/£799 Body Only, $999/£899 w/16-50 F3.5-5.6, $1199/£1099 w/18-55 F2.8-4
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS X-TRANS III
      Sensor FormatDX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm23.5 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels24.78 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.2 Megapixel24.3 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 12,800200 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 25,600100 - 51,200
      Photo Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      ProcessorEXPEED 4X-Processor Pro2
      Max Image Resolution6000 x 40006000 x 4000
      Other Resolutions4496 x 3000, 2992 x 20004240 x 2832, 6000 x 3376, 4000, x 4000, 4240 x 2832, 4240 x 2384, 2832 x 2832, 3008 x 2000, 3008 x 1688, 2000 x 2000
      Image Aspect Ratios3:21:1, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, normal
      Bit Depth14-Bit14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      WB Bracketing3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Focus Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-1 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points39325
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points9
      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 Mark VII screen
      Optics Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Lens MountNikon FFujifilm X
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Screen TypeFully ArticulatedTilting
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDTFT LCD (RGBW)
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.2"3.0"
      Screen Resolution1,037k dot1,040k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      ViewfinderOptical (pentamirror)Electronic
      Viewfinder Coverage95%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.82x0.93x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.55x0.62x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,360k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint17.5 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-1.7 to +1-4 to +2
      Shutter Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Shutter TypeElectronically controlled vertical-travel focal-planeFocal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting5.0 fps14.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferApprox. 5.0 fps (JPEG: 68 frames, Lossless compression RAW: 28 frame, Uncompressed RAW: 25 frames)
      Approx. 4.0 fps (JPEG: 73 frames, Lossless compression RAW: 29 frame, Uncompressed RAW: 25 frames)
      Approx. 3.0 fps (JPEG: 81 frames, Lossless compression RAW: 32 frame, Uncompressed RAW: 27 frames)
      Flash Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye
      Slow sync
      Rear curtain
      Auto
      forced flash
      slow synchro
      flash off
      rear-curtain synchro
      commander
      Flash Range12.00 m at ISO 1005.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec1/180 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control using 2,016-pixel RGB sensor are available with built-in flash and SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700, SB-600, SB-400 or SB-300; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix and center-weighting metering, standard i-TTL flash for digital SLR with spot metering
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe
      Exposure Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Average
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range0 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±2 EV (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments) ±2 EV (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure Lock
      DXO Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      DxO Low Light ISO1338
      DxO Color Depth24.0
      DxO Dynamic Range13.9
      DxO Overall Score83
      Video Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Movie File FormatMOV
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264MPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 10803840 x 2160
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min - 1920 x 1080@30 fps, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480
      20 min - 1920 x 1080@50/60 fps
      30 min
      Terminals Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Type C Micro
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Remote Control Optional ML-L3 or WR-R10 via smartphone, cable release
      Environmental Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity10 to 80%
      Physical Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Dimensions125 x 98 x 76 mm (4.92 x 3.86 x 2.99")118 x 83 x 41 mm (4.65 x 3.27 x 1.61")
      Weight (inc. batteries)480 g (1.06 lb / 16.93 oz)383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.7 x 6.6 x 5.4"8.2 x 5.7 x 5.7"
      Package Weight3.35 lb2.685 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Battery PackEN-EL14,EN-EL14aNP-W126S
      Battery Life600 shots350 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Nikon D5300 Fujifilm X-T20
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec 10sec. / 2sec. Delay
      Orientation Sensor
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaningUltra Sonic Vibration
      Included AccessoriesLi-ion battery NP-W126S
      Battery charger BC-W126
      Body cap
      Shoulder strap
      Metal strap clip
      Protective cover
      Clip attaching tool
      Owner's manual


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