Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon Z50

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon Z50. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-Pro2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon Z50 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro2 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.

** 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 Z50 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a 16 % 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-Pro2. Nikon Z50 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm X-Pro2 has 200 to 12800.

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 Z50

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 Z50 can shoot up to 11 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 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.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 weighs 495 gr (equal to 1.09 lb) which is 10% heavier than Nikon Z50 and its 450 gr (or 0.99 lb).

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon Z50 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro2 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-Pro2	Nikon Z50
Name	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon Z50
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon Z50
Release Year	2016	2019
Release Date	2016-01-15	2019-10-10
MSRP	1699 USD	859 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon Z50
Camera Type	Mirrorless	Mirrorless
Sensor	Fujifilm X-Pro2	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	CMOS	CMOS
Resolution	6000 x 4000 pixels	5568 x 3712 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	21 MP
Image Processor	X Processor Pro	EXPEED 6
Image	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon Z50
ISO Range	200 - 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-Pro2	Nikon Z50
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 Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	273	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-Pro2	Nikon Z50
Articulated LCD	Fixed	Tilting
Screen size	3”	3.2”
Screen dots	1620000	1040000
Touch screen	No	Yes
Screen type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic and Optical (tunnel)	Electronic
Viewfinder Coverage	92%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.89× (0.59× 35mm equiv.)	1.02× (0.68× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	2360000
Photography features	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon Z50
Frames per second	8 fps	11 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	7 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot	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-Pro2	Nikon Z50
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	MPEG4 H.264
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon Z50
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon Z50
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	Yes
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n)	Yes Built-in (802.11ac + Bluetooth)
Remote Control	Yes (Wired or via smartphone)	Yes (via smartphone)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon Z50
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger	EN-EL25 lithium-ion battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	350 shots	320 shots
Width	141 mm	127 mm
Height	83 mm	94 mm
Depth	56 mm	60 mm
Weight	495 gram	450 gram