Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D5000

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon D5000. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-Pro1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D5000 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 were released 2012 and Nikon D5000 was released 2009. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-Pro1 2012
Nikon D5000 2009

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-Pro1 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D5000 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D5000 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-Pro1 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Nikon D5000 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-Pro1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D5000 has 12,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-Pro1 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264
Nikon D5000 12,3 MP
12212224 pixels
4288 x 2848

Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a 31 % larger resolution than Nikon D5000. 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

Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-Pro1 200-6400
Nikon D5000 200-6400

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5000 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5000 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-Pro1
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D5000

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro1 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D5000 can shoot up to 4 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-Pro1 6
Nikon D5000 4

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

In this case, both Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon D5000 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 D5000 weighs 590 gr (equal to 1.3 lb) which is 31% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro1 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-Pro1 450 gr
0.99 lb
Nikon D5000 590 gr
1.3 lb

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D5000 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon D5000, 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-Pro1
Nikon D5000
Name Fujifilm X-Pro1 Nikon D5000
Manufacturer Fujifilm Nikon
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5000
Release Year 2012 2009
Release Date 2012-01-09 2009-04-14
MSRP N/A 849 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5000
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5000
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 CMOS CMOS
Resolution 4896 x 3264 pixels 4288 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels 16 MP 12,3 MP
Image Processor EXR Pro EXPEED
Image
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5000
ISO Range 200 - 6400 200 - 6400
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-Pro1
Nikon D5000
Autofocus Motor Yes No
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Center
Single
Continuous
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points N/A 11
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon F

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-Pro1
Nikon D5000
Articulated LCD Fixed Fully articulated
Screen size 3” 2,7”
Screen dots 1230000 230000
Touch screen No No
Screen type TFT color LCD monitor N/A
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.37× (0.25× 35mm equiv.) 0.78× (0.52× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5000
Frames per second 6 fps 4 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash No Yes
Built-in Flash Range N/A 17 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No Yes
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5000
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format H.264
MPEG4
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5000
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5000
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless No Yes
Eye-Fi Connected
Remote Control No Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
GPS No Yes
Optional
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5000
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
Nikon EN-EL9a Lithium-Ion battery
Battery Life (CIPA) 300 shots 510 shots
Width 140 mm 127 mm
Height 82 mm 104 mm
Depth 43 mm 80 mm
Weight 450 gram 590 gram