Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D7200

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T2 and Nikon D7200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D7200 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-T2 were released 2016 and Nikon D7200 was released 2015. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-T2 2016
Nikon D7200 2015

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T2 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D7200 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 D7200 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-T2 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Nikon D7200 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

Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Fujifilm X-T2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D7200 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-T2 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Nikon D7200 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

ISO range

Nikon D7200 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T2. Nikon D7200 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Fujifilm X-T2 has 200 to 12800.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-T2 200-12800
Nikon D7200 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-T2
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D7200

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 D7200 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-T2 14
Nikon D7200 6

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 D7200 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 D7200 weighs 675 gr (equal to 1.49 lb) which is 33% heavier than Fujifilm X-T2 and its 507 gr (or 1.12 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-T2 507 gr
1.12 lb
Nikon D7200 675 gr
1.49 lb

Fujifilm X-T2 vs Nikon D7200 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T2 and Nikon D7200, 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 D7200
Name Fujifilm X-T2 Nikon D7200
Manufacturer Fujifilm Nikon
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon D7200
Release Year 2016 2015
Release Date 2016-07-07 2015-03-02
MSRP 1599 USD 1199 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon D7200
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon D7200
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 D7200
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 D7200
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
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 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-T2
Nikon D7200
Articulated LCD Tilting Fixed
Screen size 3” 3,2”
Screen dots 1040000 1228800
Touch screen No No
Screen type N/A TFT-LCD
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 1.16× (0.77× 35mm equiv.) 0.94× (0.63× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon D7200
Frames per second 14 fps 6 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/8000 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 Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon D7200
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 D7200
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon D7200
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes Yes
Headphone Port No Yes
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n)
Yes
Built-In with NFC
Remote Control Yes (via smartphone or wired remote) Yes (Wired, wireless, or via smartphone)
GPS No Yes
Optional
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-T2
Nikon D7200
Enviromentally sealed Yes Yes
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery and charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 340 shots 1110 shots
Width 133 mm 136 mm
Height 92 mm 107 mm
Depth 49 mm 76 mm
Weight 507 gram 675 gram