Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon D90

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon D90. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-Pro2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D90 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-Pro2 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D90 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D90 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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-Pro2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D90 has 12,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a 97 % larger resolution than Nikon D90. 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

Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D90. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Nikon D90 has 200 to 6400.

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-Pro2
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D90

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro2 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Nikon D90 can shoot up to 4,5 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

In this case, both Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon D90 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 D90 weighs 703 gr (equal to 1.55 lb) which is 42% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro2 and its 495 gr (or 1.09 lb).

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon D90 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon D90, 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-Pro2	Nikon D90
Name	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D90
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D90
Release Year	2016	2008
Release Date	2016-01-15	2008-08-27
MSRP	1699 USD	899 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D90
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D90
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	6000 x 4000 pixels	4288 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	12,3 MP
Image Processor	X Processor Pro	Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D90
ISO Range	200 - 12800	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-Pro2	Nikon D90
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	273	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-Pro2	Nikon D90
Articulated LCD	Fixed	Fixed
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1620000	920000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic and Optical (tunnel)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	92%	96%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.89× (0.59× 35mm equiv.)	0.96× (0.64× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D90
Frames per second	8 fps	4,5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/8000 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	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D90
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 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-Pro2	Nikon D90
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D90
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n)	Yes Eye-Fi Connected
Remote Control	Yes (Wired or via smartphone)	Yes (Optional ML-L3 or MC-DC2)
GPS	No	Yes Optional
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D90
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger	Lithium-Ion EN-EL3e rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	350 shots	850 shots
Width	141 mm	132 mm
Height	83 mm	103 mm
Depth	56 mm	77 mm
Weight	495 gram	703 gram