Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon D60

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon D60. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D60 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T1 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D60 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 D60 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-T1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D60 has 10,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-T1 has a 59 % larger resolution than Nikon D60. 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-T1 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D60. Fujifilm X-T1 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Nikon D60 has 100 to 3200.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm X-T1 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D60 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D60 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-T1
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D60

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 D60 can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

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

When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-T1. Unfortunately Nikon D60 does not support recording movies and movie clips.

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 D60 weighs 522 gr (equal to 1.15 lb) which is 19% heavier than Fujifilm X-T1 and its 440 gr (or 0.97 lb).

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Nikon D60 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T1 and Nikon D60, 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 D60
Name	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
Release Year	2014	2008
Release Date	2014-01-28	2008-01-29
MSRP	1299 USD	649 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
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	CCD
Resolution	4896 x 3264 pixels	3872 x 2592 pixels
Megapixels	16 MP	10,2 MP
Image Processor	EXR Processor II	Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
ISO Range	200 - 6400	100 - 3200
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
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
Autofocus Motor	Yes	No
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	N/A	3
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-T1	Nikon D60
Articulated LCD	Tilting	No
Screen size	3”	2.5”
Screen dots	1040000	230000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT LCD (RGBW)	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.)	0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
Frames per second	8 fps	3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	No	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	N/A	12 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	No	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
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 steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	H.264	N/A
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (Geotagging / Wireless communication (Image transfer) / View & Obtain Images / Remote camer	No
Remote Control	Optional through Yes RR-90	Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
GPS	Yes Optional via Smartphone	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T1	Nikon D60
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126
Battery Life (CIPA)	350 shots	500 shots
Width	129 mm	126 mm
Height	90 mm	94 mm
Depth	47 mm	64 mm
Weight	440 gram	522 gram