Fujifilm X-T200 vs Nikon D50

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D50. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T200 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D50 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T200 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D50 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T200 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D50 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-T200 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D50 has 6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-T200 has a 299 % larger resolution than Nikon D50. 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-T200 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D50. Fujifilm X-T200 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Nikon D50 has 200 to 1600.

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-T200
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D50

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T200 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Nikon D50 can shoot up to 2,5 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-T200. Unfortunately Nikon D50 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 D50 weighs 620 gr (equal to 1.37 lb) which is 68% heavier than Fujifilm X-T200 and its 370 gr (or 0.82 lb).

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Nikon D50 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D50, 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-T200	Nikon D50
Name	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
Release Year	2020	2005
Release Date	2020-01-23	2005-04-20
MSRP	699 USD	799 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
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	6000 x 4000 pixels	3008 x 2000 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	6 MP
Image Processor		EXPEED
Image	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
ISO Range	200 - 12800	200 - 1600
White Balance Presets	0	6
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-T200	Nikon D50
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 Single Continuous
Focus Points	425	5
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-T200	Nikon D50
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated	Fixed
Screen size	3.5”	2”
Screen dots	2780000	130000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.)	0.75× (0.5× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	2360000	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
Frames per second	8 fps	2,5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	4 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/4000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	7 meters	11 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	No	Yes
Time-lapse	No	No
Metering modes	Multi Spot Average	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	MPEG4 H.264	N/A
Video resolution	1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160	N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	SD/SDHC
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	Yes	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)	No
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone)	Yes (Optional (ML-L3))
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D50
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & carger	Nikon EN-EL3 Lithium-Ion & charger included
Battery Life (CIPA)	270 shots	400 shots
Width	121 mm	133 mm
Height	84 mm	102 mm
Depth	55 mm	76 mm
Weight	370 gram	620 gram