Nikon Z5 vs Fujifilm X-S20

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      Specifications

      General Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      BrandNikonFujifilm
      ModelZ5X-S20
      Predecessor ModelFujifilm X-S10
      MSRP$1399 (body only), $1699 (w/24-50mm lens), $2199 (w/24-200mm lens)$1299 (body only), $1599 (w/18-55mm lens), $1399 (w/15-45mm lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Sensor TypeCMOSBSI-CMOS
      Sensor FormatFX
      Sensor SizeFull FrameAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions35.9 x 23.9 mm23.5 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels24.93 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.3 Megapixel26.1 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 51,200160 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 102,40080 - 51,200
      Photo Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      ProcessorEXPEED 6X-Processor 5
      Max Image Resolution6016 x 40166240 x 4160
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 3:2, 16:91:1, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAWHEIF, JPEG, RAW, TIFF
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normal, basicFine, normal
      Bit Depth14-Bit16-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, Shade2500 to 10,000K
      Presets: Auto, Color Temperature, Custom, Fine, Fluorescent (Cool White), Fluorescent (Daylight), Fluorescent (Warm White), Incandescent, Shade, Underwater
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Active D-Lighting Bracketing
      Focus Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Focusing SystemHybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assistIntelligent Hybrid AF (TTL contrast AF / TTL phase detection AF)
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range3 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points273425
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Lens MountNikon ZFujifilm X
      Crop Factor1x1.5x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation5 stops7 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Screen TypeTiltingFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDTFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.2"3.0"
      Screen Resolution1,040k dot1,840k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      ViewfinderElectronic (OLED)Electronic (OLED)
      Viewfinder Size0.5"0.39"
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.80x0.93x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.80x0.62x
      Viewfinder Resolution3,690k dot2,360k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint21 mm17.5 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2-4 to +2
      Eye SensorAutomatically switches between monitor and viewfinder displays
      Shutter Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal PlaneElectronic, Mechanical Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec900 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 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 Shooting4.5 fps20.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 4.5 fps at 24.3 MPElectronic 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 Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront-curtain sync
      Rear-curtain sync
      Red-eye reduction
      Red-eye reduction with slow sync
      Slow sync
      Off
      Flash Range7.00 m at ISO 200
      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; i-TTL balanced fill-flash is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash with spot metering
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot Shoe, Proprietary
      Exposure Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Center-weighted
      Average
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Metering Range-3 to +17 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)
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value
      Video Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Movie File FormatMOV
      MP4
      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
      H.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.264MPEG-4, H.264
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21606240 x 4160
      10-bit 4:2:2 Color
      External Recording Modes8-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 29.97 fps
      Raw/ProResRAW 12-Bit via HDMI
      6240 x 4160 up to 29.97 fps
      No crop on 4K Videos
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min
      IP Streaming
      Terminals Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
      Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      1 x Nikon DC2 Input
      1 x USB-C Control/Monitor/Tether
      USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro Type C Micro
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHzWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.24.2 LE
      Mobile App Compatible *As of November, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility: 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 via smartphone via smartphone and wired remote
      Environmental Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%10 to 80% (Non-Condensing)
      Physical Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Dimensions134 x 101 x 70 mm (5.28 x 3.98 x 2.76")127 x 85 x 65 mm (5 x 3.35 x 2.56")
      Weight (inc. batteries)675 g (1.49 lb / 23.81 oz)491 g (1.08 lb / 17.32 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.4 x 7.3 x 5.4"8.6 x 7.6 x 5.3"
      Package Weight3.05 lb2.455 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Battery PackEN-EL15cNP-W235
      Battery Life470 shots750 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageDual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) [2 TB Maximum]
      Other Nikon Z5 Fujifilm X-S20
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 secs
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage Dust Off reference data (requires Capture NX-D); image sensor cleaningUltra 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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