Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Nikon D7500
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Nikon D7500. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-Pro3 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D7500 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-Pro3 were released 2019 and Nikon D7500 was released 2017. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | 2019 |
Nikon D7500 | 2017 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-Pro3 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D7500 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro3 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D7500 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-Pro3 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon D7500 | 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-Pro3 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D7500 has 21 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Nikon D7500 |
21 MP
20668416 pixels 5568 x 3712 |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 has a 26 % larger resolution than Nikon D7500. 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 D7500 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-Pro3. Nikon D7500 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 51200 while Fujifilm X-Pro3 has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | 160-12800 |
Nikon D7500 | 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-Pro3
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D7500
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro3 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Nikon D7500 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | 11 |
Nikon D7500 | 8 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Nikon D7500 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 D7500 weighs 640 gr (equal to 1.41 lb) which is 29% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro3 and its 497 gr (or 1.1 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 | 497 gr 1.1 lb |
Nikon D7500 | 640 gr 1.41 lb |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Nikon D7500 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Nikon D7500, 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-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
Name | Fujifilm X-Pro3 | Nikon D7500 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
Release Year | 2019 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2019-10-23 | 2017-04-12 |
MSRP | 1799 USD | 1299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
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 5 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 51200 |
White Balance Presets | 0 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | Yes |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
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 Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 51 |
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-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 1620000 | 922000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.78× (0.52× 35mm equiv.) | 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 3690000 | 0 |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 8 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 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 Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
HDMI Output | No | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in, Wi-Fi with low energy Bluetooth |
Remote Control | Yes (wired, cable release or smartphone) | Yes (Wired, wireless, smartphone) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1A |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-Pro3 |
Nikon D7500 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Li-ion battery NP-W126S
|
EN-EL15a lithium-ion rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 440 shots | 950 shots |
Width | 141 mm | 136 mm |
Height | 83 mm | 104 mm |
Depth | 46 mm | 73 mm |
Weight | 497 gram | 640 gram |