Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon D4s

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon D4s. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D4s is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T1 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D4s is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D4s has a "Nikon FX"-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-T1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D4s has 16 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Nikon D4s has a 1 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-T1. 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 D4s has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T1. Nikon D4s has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-T1 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-T1
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D4s

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T1 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Nikon D4s 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-T1 and Nikon D4s 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 D4s weighs 1350 gr (equal to 2.98 lb) which is 207% heavier than Fujifilm X-T1 and its 440 gr (or 0.97 lb).

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon D4s Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon D4s, 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-T1	Nikon D4s
Name	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
Release Year	2014	2014
Release Date	2014-01-28	2014-02-25
MSRP	1299 USD	6499 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
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	CMOS	CMOS
Resolution	4896 x 3264 pixels	4928 x 3280 pixels
Megapixels	16 MP	16 MP
Image Processor	EXR Processor II	EXPEED 4
Image	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
ISO Range	200 - 6400	100 - 25600
White Balance Presets	8	12
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	No	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	0 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW + TIFF
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	N/A	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-T1	Nikon D4s
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Fixed
Screen size	3”	3.2”
Screen dots	1040000	921000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT LCD (RGBW)	TFT LCD with brightness and color adjustment
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.)	0.7×
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
Frames per second	8 fps	11 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash	No	No
Built-in Flash Range	N/A	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	No	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	Yes
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
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-T1	Nikon D4s
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash XQD
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	No	Yes
Headphone Port	No	Yes
Wireless	Yes Built-in (Geotagging / Wireless communication (Image transfer) / View & Obtain Images / Remote camer	Yes Optional via WT-5A or WT-4A
Remote Control	Optional through Yes RR-90	Yes (wired or wireless)
GPS	Yes Optional via Smartphone	Yes Optional via GP-1A
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D4s
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126	Lithium-Ion EN-EL18a rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	350 shots	3020 shots
Width	129 mm	160 mm
Height	90 mm	157 mm
Depth	47 mm	91 mm
Weight	440 gram	1350 gram