Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon D3x

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-T5 and Nikon D3x. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-T5 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D3x is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-T5 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D3x is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-T5 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D3x has a "Nikon FX"-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-T5 has a 40 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D3x has 24,5 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-T5 has a 63 % larger resolution than Nikon D3x. 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-T5 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D3x. Fujifilm X-T5 has an ISO range that stretches from 125 to 12800 while Nikon D3x has 100 to 6400.

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-T5
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D3x

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-T5 can shoot up to 15 pictures per seconds and Nikon D3x 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.

When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-T5. Unfortunately Nikon D3x 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 D3x weighs 1260 gr (equal to 2.78 lb) which is 126% heavier than Fujifilm X-T5 and its 557 gr (or 1.23 lb).

Fujifilm X-T5 vs Nikon D3x Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-T5 and Nikon D3x, 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-T5	Nikon D3x
Name	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Release Year	2022	2008
Release Date	2022-11-02	2008-12-01
MSRP	1699 USD	7470 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX"
Sensor Type	BSI-CMOS	CMOS
Resolution	7728 x 5152 pixels	6048 x 4032 pixels
Megapixels	40 MP	24,5 MP
Image Processor	X-Processor 5	EXPEED
Image	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
ISO Range	125 - 12800	100 - 6400
White Balance Presets	7	12
Custom White Balance	Yes	Yes
Image Stabilization	Yes (Sensor-shift (Some lenses limited to 5 stops of correction))	No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating	7 stops	0 stops
Uncompressed format	RAW	RAW + TIFF
Optics & Focus	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	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 Single Continuous LiveView
Focus Points	425	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	FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm
Screen & Viewfinder	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Fixed
Screen size	3”	3”
Screen dots	1840000	920000
Touch screen	Yes	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	Super Density TFT color LCD with wide-viewing angle
Live view	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder Type	Electronic	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.2× (0.8× 35mm equiv.)	0.7×
Viewfinder Resolution	3690000	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Frames per second	15 fps	5 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	15 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/8000 seconds	1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash	No	No
Built-in Flash Range	N/A	N/A
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, 1 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	H.264 H.265	N/A
Video resolution		N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
HDMI Output	Yes	Yes
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n/ac + Bluetooth)	No
Remote Control		Yes
GPS	No	Yes Optional through GP-1
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-T5	Nikon D3x
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	Yes
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W235	Lithium-Ion EN-EL4a rechargeable battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	580 shots	4400 shots
Width	130 mm	160 mm
Height	91 mm	157 mm
Depth	64 mm	88 mm
Weight	557 gram	1260 gram