Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D5200

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon D5200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-Pro1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D5200 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

These two camera models were both released 2012.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-Pro1 2012
Nikon D5200 2012

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-Pro1 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D5200 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 D5200 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 D5200 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 D5200 has 24 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 D5200 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

Nikon D5200 has a 50 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-Pro1. 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 D5200 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-Pro1. Nikon D5200 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 6400 while Fujifilm X-Pro1 has 200 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-Pro1 200-6400
Nikon D5200 100-6400

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm X-Pro1 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5200 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5200 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 D5200

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 D5200 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-Pro1 6
Nikon D5200 5

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 D5200 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 D5200 weighs 555 gr (equal to 1.22 lb) which is 23% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro1 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-Pro1 450 gr
0.99 lb
Nikon D5200 555 gr
1.22 lb

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D5200 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon D5200, 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 D5200
Name Fujifilm X-Pro1 Nikon D5200
Manufacturer Fujifilm Nikon
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5200
Release Year 2012 2012
Release Date 2012-01-09 2012-11-06
MSRP N/A 799 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5200
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5200
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 6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels 16 MP 24 MP
Image Processor EXR Pro EXPEED 3
Image
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5200
ISO Range 200 - 6400 100 - 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 D5200
Autofocus Motor Yes No
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Center
Single
Continuous
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points N/A 39
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 D5200
Articulated LCD Fixed Fully articulated
Screen size 3” 3”
Screen dots 1230000 921
Touch screen No No
Screen type TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD monitor
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 D5200
Frames per second 6 fps 5 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 12 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 D5200
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format H.264
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone Yes Yes
Built-in Speakers Yes Yes
Storage
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5200
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5200
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port No Yes
Headphone Port No No
Wireless No Yes
Optional
Remote Control No Yes (Optional ML-L3 or WR-R10)
GPS No Yes
Optional
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-Pro1
Nikon D5200
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery & charger
Lithium-Ion EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 300 shots 500 shots
Width 140 mm 129 mm
Height 82 mm 98 mm
Depth 43 mm 78 mm
Weight 450 gram 555 gram