Fujifilm X-T200 vs Nikon D5300

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D5300. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T200 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D5300 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T200 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D5300 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 D5300 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-T200 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D5300 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

ISO range

Nikon D5300 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-T200. Nikon D5300 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-T200 has 200 to 12800.

Autofocus and lens compatibility

There is a big difference between these two cameras. Fujifilm X-T200 has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5300 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5300 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 D5300

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 D5300 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-T200 and Nikon D5300 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 D5300 weighs 480 gr (equal to 1.06 lb) which is 30% heavier than Fujifilm X-T200 and its 370 gr (or 0.82 lb).

Fujifilm X-T200 vs Nikon D5300 Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T200 and Nikon D5300, 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 D5300
Name	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D5300
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D5300
Release Year	2020	2013
Release Date	2020-01-23	2013-10-17
MSRP	699 USD	729 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D5300
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D5300
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 4
Image	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D5300
ISO Range	200 - 12800	100 - 12800
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 D5300
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 Center 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 D5300
Articulated LCD	Fully articulated	Fully articulated
Screen size	3.5”	3,2”
Screen dots	2780000	1037000
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.)	0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	2360000	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D5300
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 D5300
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 D5300
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D5300
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	Yes
Headphone Port	Yes	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth)	Yes Built-In
Remote Control	Yes (via smartphone)	Optional with ML-L3 or WR-R10
GPS	No	Yes Built-in
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T200	Nikon D5300
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & carger	Lithium-Ion EN-EL14a or EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	270 shots	600 shots
Width	121 mm	125 mm
Height	84 mm	98 mm
Depth	55 mm	76 mm
Weight	370 gram	480 gram