• APS-C 368.2mm2
  • 24.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 12,800
  • 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 24.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Fujifilm X-Pro2 advantages over Nikon Z5

  • Thinner
    45 mm vs 69 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    495g vs 675g
    Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
    1620k vs 1040k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
  • Faster shutter
    1/32000 vs 1/8000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Nikon Z5 advantages over Fujifilm X-Pro2

  • Less expensive
    $1297 vs $1499
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Larger sensor
    35mm vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.97 vs 3.93 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Newer
    4 years vs 9 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.80x vs 0.59x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 51200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

  • Weather-sealed, ergonomic camera body; Fast hybrid AF system; Excellent high ISO performance; Improved continuous shooting performance; Better video quality than previous Fuji cameras.

  • Some controls don't impress; Continuous autofocus still lags behind competing DSLR cameras; No 4K video; Fixed LCD without touchpanel.

  • Read our Fujifilm X-Pro2 Review

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-T1 IR

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Fujifilm X-T1 IR
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • More dots on screen
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR

Nikon Z5
Fujifilm X-T1 IR
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1049
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • Thinner

Compare Nikon Z5 vs Fujifilm X-T1 IR

Compared to Canon EOS M5

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Canon EOS M5
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
  • $787
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Canon EOS M5

Nikon Z5
Canon EOS M5
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $787
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • NFC

Compare Nikon Z5 vs Canon EOS M5

Compared to Sony A6500

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Sony A6500
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Higher max flash sync
  • More dots on screen
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Sony A6500

Nikon Z5
Sony A6500
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
  • $1198
  • APS-C
  • In-camera panoramas
  • NFC

Compare Nikon Z5 vs Sony A6500

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Nikon Z6 II
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon Z6 II

Nikon Z5
Nikon Z6 II
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Top deck display
  • More dots on screen

Compare Nikon Z5 vs Nikon Z6 II

Compared to Panasonic S5 II

Fujifilm X-Pro2
Panasonic S5 II
  • $1300
  • APS-C
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Thinner
  • $2000
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Panasonic S5 II

Nikon Z5
Panasonic S5 II
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
  • $2000
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • High resolution composite

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