Fujifilm X-T200 vs Nikon D5200

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D5200. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T200 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D5200 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-T200 were released 2020 and Nikon D5200 was released 2012. That is a 8 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-T200 2020
Nikon D5200 2012

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T200 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D5200 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 D5200 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-T200 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Nikon D5200 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-T200 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D5200 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-T200 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Nikon D5200 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000

ISO range

Fujifilm X-T200 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D5200. Fujifilm X-T200 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Nikon D5200 has 100 to 6400.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-T200 200-12800
Nikon D5200 100-6400

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm X-T200 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5200 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5200 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-T200
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D5200

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 D5200 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-T200 8
Nikon D5200 5

Ability to record movies

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

In this case, both Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D5200 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 D5200 weighs 555 gr (equal to 1.22 lb) which is 50% heavier than Fujifilm X-T200 and its 370 gr (or 0.82 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-T200 370 gr
0.82 lb
Nikon D5200 555 gr
1.22 lb

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Nikon D5200 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D5200, 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 D5200
Name Fujifilm X-T200 Nikon D5200
Manufacturer Fujifilm Nikon
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D5200
Release Year 2020 2012
Release Date 2020-01-23 2012-11-06
MSRP 699 USD 799 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D5200
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D5200
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 EXPEED 3
Image
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D5200
ISO Range 200 - 12800 100 - 6400
White Balance Presets 0 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-T200
Nikon D5200
Autofocus Motor Yes No
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Focus Points 425 39
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 D5200
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Fully articulated
Screen size 3.5” 3”
Screen dots 2780000 921
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type TFT LCD TFT LCD monitor
Live view Yes Yes
Viewfinder Type Electronic Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder Coverage 100% 95%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.93× (0.62× 35mm equiv.) 0.78× (0.52× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution 2360000 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D5200
Frames per second 8 fps 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 12 meters
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer No Yes
Time-lapse No Yes
Metering modes Multi
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-T200
Nikon D5200
Video recording Yes Yes
Video format MPEG4
H.264
MPEG4
H.264
Video resolution 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-T200
Nikon D5200
Memory Card SD/SDHC
SD/SDHC
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D5200
HDMI Output Yes Yes
Microphone Port Yes Yes
Headphone Port Yes No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)
Yes
Optional
Remote Control Yes (via smartphone) Yes (Optional ML-L3 or WR-R10)
GPS No Yes
Optional
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-T200
Nikon D5200
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & carger
Lithium-Ion EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA) 270 shots 500 shots
Width 121 mm 129 mm
Height 84 mm 98 mm
Depth 55 mm 78 mm
Weight 370 gram 555 gram