Fujifilm X-E4 vs Nikon Z50
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-E4 and Nikon Z50. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-E4 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon Z50 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-E4 were released 2021 and Nikon Z50 was released 2019. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-E4 | 2021 |
Nikon Z50 | 2019 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-E4 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon Z50 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Fujifilm X-E4 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon Z50 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Fujifilm X-E4 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z50 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Nikon Z50 |
21 MP
20668416 pixels 5568 x 3712 |
Fujifilm X-E4 has a 26 % larger resolution than Nikon Z50. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon Z50 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-E4. Nikon Z50 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm X-E4 has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-E4 | 160-12800 |
Nikon Z50 | 100-51200 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-E4
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z50
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-E4 can shoot up to 20 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z50 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-E4 | 20 |
Nikon Z50 | 11 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-E4 and Nikon Z50 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon Z50 weighs 450 gr (equal to 0.99 lb) which is 24% heavier than Fujifilm X-E4 and its 364 gr (or 0.8 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-E4 | 364 gr 0.8 lb |
Nikon Z50 | 450 gr 0.99 lb |
Fujifilm X-E4 vs Nikon Z50 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-E4 and Nikon Z50, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Name | Fujifilm X-E4 | Nikon Z50 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Release Year | 2021 | 2019 |
Release Date | 2021-01-27 | 2019-10-10 |
MSRP | 849 USD | 859 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 5568 x 3712 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 21 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 4 | EXPEED 6 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 209 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | 1.02× (0.68× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Frames per second | 20 fps | 11 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 7 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-E4 |
Nikon Z50 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL25 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 380 shots | 320 shots |
Width | 121 mm | 127 mm |
Height | 73 mm | 94 mm |
Depth | 33 mm | 60 mm |
Weight | 364 gram | 450 gram |