Fujifilm X-S20 vs Nikon D800e
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-S20 and Nikon D800e. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-S20 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D800e is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-S20 were released 2023 and Nikon D800e was released 2012. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-S20 | 2023 |
Nikon D800e | 2012 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-S20 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D800e is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-S20 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D800e has a "Nikon FX"-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-S20 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon D800e | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** 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-S20 has a 26 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D800e has 36,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
26 MP
25958400 pixels 6240 x 4160 |
Nikon D800e |
36,3 MP
36152320 pixels 7360 x 4912 |
Nikon D800e has a 39 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-S20. 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 D800e has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-S20. Nikon D800e has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-S20 has 160 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-S20 | 160-12800 |
Nikon D800e | 100-25600 |
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-S20
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D800e
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-S20 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Nikon D800e can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-S20 | 8 |
Nikon D800e | 6 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-S20 and Nikon D800e 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 D800e weighs 900 gr (equal to 1.98 lb) which is 83% heavier than Fujifilm X-S20 and its 491 gr (or 1.08 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-S20 | 491 gr 1.08 lb |
Nikon D800e | 900 gr 1.98 lb |
Fujifilm X-S20 vs Nikon D800e Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-S20 and Nikon D800e, 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-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Name | Fujifilm X-S20 | Nikon D800e |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Release Year | 2023 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2023-05-24 | 2012-02-07 |
MSRP | 1299 USD | 3299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6240 x 4160 pixels | 7360 x 4912 pixels |
Megapixels | 26 MP | 36,3 MP |
Image Processor | X-Processor 5 | EXPEED 3 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
ISO Range | 160 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization |
Yes (Sensor-Shift) |
No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 7 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
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 |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 1840000 | 921000 |
Touch screen | Yes | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) | 0.7× |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Frames per second | 8 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 900 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 H.265 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | Yes | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
No |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone and wired remote) | Yes (Optional, wired or wireless) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional with GP-1 |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-S20 |
Nikon D800e |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W235
|
Lithium-Ion EN-EL15 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 750 shots | 900 shots |
Width | 127 mm | 146 mm |
Height | 85 mm | 123 mm |
Depth | 65 mm | 82 mm |
Weight | 491 gram | 900 gram |