Nikon D7500 vs Fujifilm X-T2

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      Specifications

      General Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      BrandNikonFujifilm
      ModelD7500X-T2
      Predecessor ModelNikon D7200 Fujifilm X-T1
      Successor ModelFujifilm X-T3
      MSRP$1299 (body only), $1749 with 18-140 VR kit lens$1599 (body only), $1899 (w/18-55mm)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeDSLRMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS X-TRANS III
      Sensor FormatDX
      Sensor SizeAPS-CAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions23.5 x 15.6 mm23.6 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels21.51 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels20.9 Megapixel24.3 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 51,200200 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 1,640,000100 - 51,200
      Photo Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      ProcessorEXPEED 5X-Processor Pro2
      Max Image Resolution5568 x 37126000 x 4000
      Other Resolutions4176 x 2784, 2784 x 18563:2 (4240 x 2832, 3008 x 2000), 16:9 (6000 x 3376, 4240 x 2384, 3008 x 1688), 1:1 (4000 x 4000, 2832 x 2832, 2000 x 2000)
      Image Aspect Ratios3:21:1, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAWJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Normal, BasicFine, normal
      Bit Depth14-Bit14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Fine, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade
      WB Bracketing3 frames in 1-stop increments
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Focus Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range-3 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points51325
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points15
      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 II with AF Area Brackets (grid lines can be displayed)
      Optics Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Lens MountNikon FFujifilm X
      Crop Factor1.5x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Reflex MirrorQuick-return type
      Screen Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Screen TypeTiltingTilting
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size3.2"3.0"
      Screen Resolution922k dot1,000k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      ViewfinderOptical (pentaprism)Electronic
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.94x1.16x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.63x0.77x
      Viewfinder Resolution2,360k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint18.5 mm23 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-2 to +1-4 to +2
      Shutter Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal PlaneFocal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/8000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/32000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting8.0 fps14.0 fps
      Mirror Lock Up
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 8 fps at 20.9 MP for up to 50 Frames (Raw) / 100 Frames (JPEG)Approx. 14.0fps [Only Electronic Shutter](JPEG: 42 frames Lossless compression RAW: 28 frames Uncompressed RAW: 25 frames)
      Approx. 11.0fps [with VPB-XT2](JPEG: 73 frames Lossless compression RAW: 30 frames Uncompressed RAW: 27 frames)
      Approx. 8.0fps (JPEG: 83 frames Lossless compression RAW: 33 frames Uncompressed RAW: 27 frames)
      Approx. 5.0fps (JPEG: endless Lossless Compression RAW: 39 frames Uncompressed RAW: 30 frames)
      Flash Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      On
      Off
      Red-eye
      Slow sync
      Rear curtain
      Auto
      standard
      slow sync
      manual
      commander
      Flash Range12.00 m at ISO 100
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec1/250 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)-5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control using RGB sensor with approximately 180K (180,000) pixels; i-TTL balanced fill-flash for digital SLR is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash for digital SLR with spot meteringTTL
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe, PC Terminal
      Exposure Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Average
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-3 to +20 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±5 EV (2, 3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments) ±2 EV (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV, 2 EV increments)
      Exposure Lock
      DXO Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      DxO Low Light ISO1483
      DxO Color Depth24.3
      DxO Dynamic Range14.0
      DxO Overall Score86
      Video Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Movie File FormatSelectable from MOV (Video: H.264, Audio: Linear PCM) and MP4 (Video: H.264, Audio: AAC)
      Electronic VR, highlight display
      Internal Recording ModesH.264/MOV/MP4
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps
      HD: 1280 x 720 @ 50/59.94 fps
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264MPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21603840 x 2160
      External Recording Modes4:2:2 8-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160)
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min30 min
      Terminals Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      Other I/O1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Output
      1 x Nikon DC2 Input
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini Micro
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.1 LE
      Mobile App Compatible: Android & iOS
      App Name: SnapBridge
      Functionality: Access Stored Files, Remote Control
      *As of July, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control Wired, wireless, smartphone via smartphone or wired remote
      Environmental Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%10 to 80%
      Physical Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Dimensions136 x 104 x 73 mm (5.35 x 4.09 x 2.87")133 x 92 x 49 mm (5.24 x 3.62 x 1.93")
      Weight (inc. batteries)720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)507 g (1.12 lb / 17.88 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)9.7 x 6.7 x 4.8"8.1 x 5.6 x 5.6"
      Package Weight3.55 lb3.15 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Battery PackEN-EL15aNP-W126S
      Battery Life950 shots340 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)
      Other Nikon D7500 Fujifilm X-T2
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 sec 2 or 10 secs
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionCarbon Fiber
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage sensor cleaning
      Image Dust Off reference data (optional Capture NX-D software required)
      Ultra Sonic Vibration
      Included AccessoriesLi-ion battery NP-W126S
      Battery charger BC-W126
      Shoe-mount flash unit EF-X8
      Shoulder strap
      Body cap
      Strap clip
      Protective cover
      Clip attaching tool
      Hot shoe cover
      Vertical Power Booster Grip connector cover
      Sync terminal cover
      Owner's manual
      Warranty+D66


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