Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D3500

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T2 and Nikon D3500. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D3500 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T2 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D3500 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D3500 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-T2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D3500 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

ISO range

Nikon D3500 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T2. Nikon D3500 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-T2 has 200 to 12800.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm X-T2 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D3500 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D3500 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-T2
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3500

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T2 can shoot up to 14 pictures per seconds and Nikon D3500 can shoot up to 5 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-T2 and Nikon D3500 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-T2 weighs 507 gr (equal to 1.12 lb) which is 39% heavier than Nikon D3500 and its 365 gr (or 0.8 lb).

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D3500 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T2 and Nikon D3500, 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-T2	Nikon D3500
Name	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
Release Year	2016	2018
Release Date	2016-07-07	2018-08-30
MSRP	1599 USD	499 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
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	6000 x 4000 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	24 MP
Image Processor	X-Processor Pro2	EXPEED 4
Image	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
ISO Range	200 - 12800	100 - 25600
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-T2	Nikon D3500
Autofocus Motor	Yes	No
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 Face Detection LiveView
Focus Points	325	11
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-T2	Nikon D3500
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Fixed
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1040000	921000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	N/A	TFT LCD
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.)	0.85× (0.57× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
Frames per second	14 fps	5 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	No
Metering modes	Multi Center Weighted Spot Average	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
Video recording	Yes	Yes
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	MPEG4 H.264
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes
Built-in Speakers	Yes	Yes
Storage	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n)	Yes Built-in, SnapBridge (Bluetooth only)
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone or wired remote)	Yes (via Smartphone)
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T2	Nikon D3500
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger	EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery and charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	340 shots	1550 shots
Width	133 mm	124 mm
Height	92 mm	97 mm
Depth	49 mm	70 mm
Weight	507 gram	365 gram