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Fujifilm X-M5 vs Nikon D7500

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FujifilmX-M5NikonD7500
Overview
ReleasedNovember 2024June 2017
Image and sensor
Camera typeMirrorlessDSLR
Sensor formatAPS-CAPS-C
Sensor typeBack-illuminated X-Trans CMOS 4CMOS
Sensor dimensions23.5 × 15.6 mm23.5 × 15.7 mm
Effective resolution26.1 MP20.9 MP
Largest image6240 × 41605568 × 3712
RAW recordingYesYes
Standard ISO range160–12800100–51200
Sensor detail–UK effective resolution rounded to 20.9 MP; Japan specifies 20.88 million; 21.51 million total pixels, no optical low-pass filter, sensor cleaning and image-dust-off reference data
Image formats14-bit RAF RAW; JPEG; 10-bit HEIF; in-camera TIFF conversion12/14-bit NEF RAW with lossless or ordinary compression; JPEG and RAW plus JPEG
ISO detailStandard ISO 160–12800; expanded ISO 80–51200Expandable to equivalent ISO 50–1640000; Auto ISO available
Image processorX-Processor 5EXPEED 5
Lens and shooting
Lens mountFujifilm X mountNikon F mount
StabilisationElectronic onlyOptical lens stabilisation
Maximum continuous burst30 fps8 fps
Lens detail–DX-format angle of view approximately 1.5× FX focal length; supported G/E/D, AF and P lenses with restrictions. AI non-CPU lenses usable in manual mode with no metering; non-AI, IX and F3AF lenses unsupported.
Autofocus–Viewfinder Advanced Multi-CAM 3500II phase detection with 51 points, 15 cross-type and centre point supporting f/8; −3 EV sensitivity at ISO 100 and 20°C. Dynamic, 3D tracking and group-area modes; live view uses contrast detection with face, wide, normal and subject-tracking modes.
Shutter–1/8000 to 30 seconds, Bulb and Time; mechanical focal-plane shutter and electronic front-curtain in mirror-up mode. Flash sync 1/250 second; up to 1/320 with reduced guide number, and compatible Auto FP.
Burst detail30 fps electronic with 1.25× crop, up to 128 JPEG or 23 uncompressed RAW frames; 20 fps electronic without cropHigh-speed continuous approximately 8 fps with AF/AE tracking; low-speed 1–7 fps. Nikon states up to 50 lossless-compressed 14-bit RAW frames or 100 large Fine JPEGs under its published test conditions.
Stabilisation detailElectronic stabilisation for movies only; no sensor-shift stabilisation. Optical stabilisation depends on the fitted lens.No sensor-shift stabilisation; optical VR depends on the attached lens. Electronic movie VR for Full HD/HD, unavailable for UHD.
Flash–Built-in pop-up flash, guide number approximately 12 at ISO 100 in metres and 20°C; i-TTL, optical commander support and ISO 518 hot shoe. Optional AS-15 provides a sync terminal.
Exposure controls–Auto, P/S/A/M, scenes, effects and U1/U2 settings; ±5 EV compensation; 180K-pixel RGB metering sensor
Video
Highest video resolution6240 × 4160 at 29.97 fps3840 × 2160 at 29.97 fps
Video detailOpen-gate 6.2K 3:2 at up to 29.97p, internal 4:2:2 10-bit. Optional FAN-001 cooling fan attaches directly to the rear; vertical Short Movie mode crops 9:16 footage without rotating the camera.UHD 3840 × 2160 at 29.97/25/23.976p uses an approximately 16.2 × 9.1 mm movie crop regardless of still-image area; Full HD up to 59.94p, HD up to 59.94p. H.264 MOV/MP4, limit 29 minutes 59 seconds; simultaneous clean HDMI output and card recording; in-camera UHD/Full HD time-lapse.
Audio–Built-in stereo microphones, external 3.5 mm microphone input and headphone output; PCM or AAC depending on file format
Screen and viewfinder
ViewfinderNoneOptical
Screen size3″3.2″
Screen dots1,040,000922,000
TouchscreenYesYes
Tilting screenYesYes
Display detailVari-angle touchscreen with approximately 1.04 million dots; 3.0-inch size confirmed by TechRadarTilting TFT, approximately 100% coverage and 170° viewing angle; eyepiece sensor can switch monitor off; dots count subpixels
Viewfinder detailNo viewfinder, as reported by Photography Blog and TechRadarPentaprism, approximately 100% DX coverage or 97% in the 1.3× crop; 0.94× magnification with 50mm f/1.4 at infinity, 18.5 mm eyepoint and −2 to +1 dioptre adjustment
Connections and design
Wi-FiYesYes
BluetoothYesYes
Battery life (maker's claim)440 photographs950 photographs
Body weight307 g640 g
Release detailMaker global announcement specifies mid-November 2024 availability; no global first-sale day inferred. Photograph includes the optional XC 15-45mm kit lens; body specifications exclude that lens.Announced on 12 April 2017; Nikon Japan's release states June availability and its current overview confirms 9 June there. Main retains June without inferring an exact UK first-sale day.
Recording mediaOne SD/SDHC/SDXC slot, UHS-ISingle UHS-I SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot
PortsUSB-C 10 Gbps, Micro HDMI Type D, separate 3.5 mm microphone and headphone socketsHi-Speed USB Micro-B, mini HDMI Type C, 3.5 mm microphone and headphone sockets, accessory terminal for MC-DC2 and compatible wireless remotes
Wireless connectionsWi-Fi 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.2Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g and Bluetooth 4.1; SnapBridge; optional ML-L3 infrared remote
Battery life detailNP-W126S; maker CIPA approximately 440 photographs in Economy mode or 330 in Normal mode with XF35mmF1.4 REN-EL15a/15b or EN-EL15; maker claim approximately 950 CIPA single-frame shots. EN-EL15c may be supplied.
Charging–External MH-25a charger; optional EH-5c/EH-5b AC adapter and EP-5B power connector
Dimensions111.9 × 66.6 × 38.0 mmApproximately 135.5 × 104 × 72.5 mm
Weight detailApproximately 307 g excluding battery and memory card; 355 g including themApproximately 640 g body only or 720 g including battery and SD card, excluding body cap
Materials–High-rigidity carbon-fibre composite monocoque body; weather sealing; maker operating range 0–40°C
ColoursBlack and silver–
In the boxNP-W126S battery, shoulder strap, body cap and cooling fan connector coverEN-EL15-series battery, MH-25a charger, UC-E20 USB cable, AN-DC3 BK strap, BF-1B body cap, DK-5 eyepiece cap and DK-28 eyecup; battery revision may vary

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