Nikon D500 vs Fujifilm X-T2 – Comparison

Let’s compare the Nikon D500 vs Fujifilm X-T2. The Nikon is a DSLR made for action, while the Fuji is an all-around mirrorless camera.

Our comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera. Below that, we specifically talk about the new improvements and which model is better suited for your needs.

	Nikon D500	X-T2
Megapixels	20.9	24.3
Sensor Type	CMOS	CMOS
Sensor Format	APS-C (DX)	APS-C
Crop Factor	1.5x	1.5x
AA Filter	None	None
Image Resolution	5568 x 3712	6000 x 4000
Body Image Stabilization	No	No
Lens Mount	Nikon FX/DX	Fujifilm X
ISO	100 - 51,200	200 - 12,800
Expanded ISO	50 - 1,638,400	100 - 51,200
AF Points	153	325 AF Hybrid
Cross-type AF Points	99	169 phase
Continuous Mode	10fps	8fps*
LCD	3.2" - Articulating	3.0" - Articulating
LCD Resolution	2,359,000 dots	1,040,000 dots
Touchscreen	Yes	No
Focus Peaking	No	Yes
Top LCD Display	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Optical	EVF (2.36M)
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	1.00x	0.77x
Video Resolution	3840x2160 (30/25/24p)	3840x2160 (30/25/24p)
	1920x1080 (60/50/30/25/24p)	1920x1080 (60/50p)
Microphone Jack	Yes	Yes
Headphone Jack	Yes	No
Memory Card Type	SD + XQD	SD + SD
Dual Card Slots	Yes	Yes
SD UHS Support	UHS-II	UHS-II
Fastest Shutter Speed	1/8000	1/32000
Slowest Shutter Speed	30"	30"
Bulb Mode	Yes	Yes
JPEG Buffer Size	200	55
RAW Buffer Size	200	48
Time Lapse	Yes	Yes
Built-in Flash	No	No
Max Flash Sync Speed	1/250	1/250
Startup Time	0.3s	1.0s
Built-in Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes
Built-in GPS	No	No
Built- in NFC	Yes	No
Bluetooth	Yes	No
USB Type	USB 3.0	USB 3.0
Environmentally Sealed	Yes	Yes
Battery Life (CIPA)	1240 shots	340 shots
Battery Included	Yes (EN-EL15)	Yes (NP-W126S)
Weight	30.2 oz (856g)	17.9 oz (507g)
Size	5.8 x 4.5 x 3.2"	5.2 x 3.6 x 1.9"
Price	Amazon	Amazon
Release Date	2016	2016

Nikon D500 Advantages:

• ISO – 1,638,400 vs 51,200. Higher maximum ISO sensitivity.

• AF System – The D500 has less points, but it’s much more accurate and faster in low light and action situations, especially because of its 99 cross-type points. The X-T2 is good too, but the D500 being a DSLR beats it (along with all other mirrorless cameras).

• Continuous mode – 10 vs 8fps. The X-T2 can shoot faster but only with an electronic shutter enabled.

• LCD – 3.2″ vs 3.0″.

• LCD Resolution – Higher resolution.

• Top LCD Display – When shooting in semi-auto/manual modes, you can quickly preview all of your settings.

• Viewfinder Magnification – Higher magnification.

• Headphone Jack – Useful for previewing your audio quality straight out the camera.

• Dual Card Slots – More room for extra photos, or simply for backup.

• UHS-II – Faster writing speeds than UHS-I, but you need a memory card that can handle such speeds.

• JPEG Buffer Size – 200 vs 55. Useful for long bursts.

• RAW Buffer Size – 200 vs 48.

• Built-in NFC

• Bluetooth Support

• Battery Life – 1240 shots vs 340 shots.

The D500 costs more, and is worth it if action/sports is important to you. The main advantages you’ll appreciate are the higher ISO levels, extremely fast AF system, better LCD, 2 memory card slots with UHS-II support (or an XQD slot and the incredibly large 200 shots buffer. Being a DSLR, the battery life is also superior.

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Fujifilm X-T2 Advantages:

• Megapixels –  3.4 more megapixels. It’s a small difference and you won’t notice it unless printing really big.

• AF Points – The X-T2 has way more AF points, but as mentioned above, the D500’s technology is better

• Focus Peaking – Very useful for seeing if your subject is in focus (both photo and video).

• Faster Max Shutter Speed – 1/32000 vs 1/8000.

• Weight – The Fujifilm X-T2 weighs 349g less.

• Size – The Fujifilm X-T2 is noticeably smaller.

The X-T2 is an excellent choice if you’re looking for something small, yet powerful that can be used for all different types of photography. It’s a great mirrorless camera, but compared to the D500 it’s not as exciting if you want a device for mainly action.

You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.