Nikon D850 vs Fujifilm X-T4

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Nikon D850 vs Fujifilm X-T4

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35mm 858.0mm²
45.7 megapixels
ISO 64 - 25,600

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APS-C 366.6mm²
26.1 megapixels
ISO 160 - 12,800

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Differences

Nikon D850 advantages over Fujifilm X-T4

Lens selection
Excellent vs Good
Better lens selection gives you more options
Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 4.35 vs 3.77 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Top deck display
Yes vs No
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
More pixels
45.7 vs 26.1 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Higher extended ISO
102400 vs 51200 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Fujifilm X-T4 advantages over Nikon D850

Less expensive
$1849 vs $2197*
Save money for lenses or accessories
Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Lighter weight
607g vs 915g
Lighter weight
Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes vs No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
Longer exposure
900 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Faster shutter
1/32000 vs 1/8000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light

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
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Built-in Bluetooth
Both provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
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
Headphone jack
Both provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Slow-motion videos
Both provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

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

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Review Excerpt

Class-leading resolution; Excellent dynamic range; Very good high ISO performance; Very fast AF and burst shooting; Durable weather-sealed body; Improved ergonomics; Touchscreen; Dual card slots; 4K video.
Live view/video mode still uses sluggish contrast-detect AF; Viewfinder only tests at ~98% coverage; No 4K at 60p; 30-minute video clip limit; Focus peaking not supported with 4K.
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We haven’t finished our review of the Fujifilm X-T4, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
Read our Fujifilm X-T4 Shooter's Report

The Competition

Compared to Canon 5DS

Nikon D850

Canon 5DS

$2597
35mm

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$1549
35mm

Less expensive
Has anti-aliasing filter

Compare Nikon D850 vs Canon 5DS

Fujifilm X-T4

Canon 5DS

$1599
APS-C

Focus peaking
Tilt-swivel screen

$1549
35mm

Less expensive
Lens selection

Compare Fujifilm X-T4 vs Canon 5DS

Compared to Canon 5DS R

Nikon D850

Canon 5DS R

$2597
35mm

Focus peaking
Shoot 4K video

$1499
35mm

Less expensive

Compare Nikon D850 vs Canon 5DS R

Fujifilm X-T4

Canon 5DS R

$1599
APS-C

Focus peaking
Tilt-swivel screen

$1499
35mm

Less expensive
Lens selection

Compare Fujifilm X-T4 vs Canon 5DS R

Compared to Canon 5D Mark IV

Nikon D850

Canon 5D Mark IV

$2597
35mm

Less expensive
Focus peaking

$2349
35mm

Bigger pixels
NFC

Compare Nikon D850 vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Fujifilm X-T4

Canon 5D Mark IV

$1599
APS-C

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$2349
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Fujifilm X-T4 vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Compared to Sony A99 II

Nikon D850

Sony A99 II

$2597
35mm

Lens selection
Less expensive

$3198
35mm

Tilt-swivel screen
In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Nikon D850 vs Sony A99 II

Fujifilm X-T4

Sony A99 II

$1599
APS-C

Less expensive
Touchscreen

$3198
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

Compare Fujifilm X-T4 vs Sony A99 II

Compared to Pentax K-1 II

Nikon D850

Pentax K-1 II

$2597
35mm

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

$1747
35mm

In-Camera Image Stabilization
High resolution composite

Compare Nikon D850 vs Pentax K-1 II

Fujifilm X-T4

Pentax K-1 II

$1599
APS-C

Tilt-swivel screen
Shoot 4K video

$1747
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

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