Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
Fujifilm X-T X-T3 Silver 2019
What Buyers Say
Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
The Nikon Z9 is widely praised as a flagship mirrorless camera that delivers outstanding image quality, blazing-fast autofocus, and robust build quality. Enthusiasts and professionals alike appreciate its continuous firmware updates, which have added valuable features and refined performance. While some users note its substantial weight and learning curve, the overwhelming consensus is that it is one of the best cameras available, offering exceptional versatility and reliability.
Pros
- Excellent autofocus speed and accuracy
- Superb image quality and color
- Robust build and weather sealing
- Long battery life
- Continuous firmware updates
Cons
- Heavy and bulky body
- Steep learning curve
- High price point
- Requires new Z-mount lenses for full benefit
Fujifilm X-T X-T3 Silver 2019
The Fujifilm X-T3 is widely praised for its excellent image quality, robust build, and intuitive manual controls that appeal to both enthusiasts and professionals. Users highlight the superb kit lens, tactile dials, and versatile video capabilities, though some note a learning curve for beginners and the lack of in-body image stabilization. Overall, it remains a highly recommended mirrorless camera even years after its release.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Robust build quality
- Intuitive manual controls
- Superb kit lens
- Tactile dials and buttons
Cons
- No in-body image stabilization
- Steep learning curve for beginners
- Adobe Lightroom RAW processing issues
- Kit lens not weather-resistant
- Limited third-party lens options
Scores
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z9 | Fujifilm X-T X-T3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked CMOS | X-Trans BSI CMOS 4 |
| Size | full-frame | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 45.70000076293945 MP★ | 26.100000381469727 MP |
| ISO Range | 64★ | 160 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | X-Processor 4 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Phase Detection: 493 | Phase Detection: 2160000 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 11 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | 30 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/32000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 100 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Codec | ProRes 422 HQ, H.265 | H.264, H.265 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots | 3.7M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.16 kg | 0.49 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 700 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | Micro-HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z Z9 Black 2021
- Strong build (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (97th percentile)97th %ile
Fujifilm X-T X-T3 Silver 2019
- Strong sensor (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong evf (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 10 usage categories and 13 of 33 specs.