Fujifilm
X-T5
40.2MP APS-C flagship with unrivaled still quality and 20 film simulations.
$1,699
Launch priceReleased Nov 2022
Nikon
Z8
Z9 internals in a compact body — 45.7MP stacked sensor, 8K 60p, no blackout burst.
$3,999
Launch priceReleased May 2023
Z8 is 6 months newer.
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Wins
X-T5
Wins
Z8
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX-T5 has higher Burst (mechanical) (15 fps vs 0 fps)
- BZ8 has higher RAW buffer depth (1000 frames vs 72 frames)
- BZ8 has higher Burst (electronic) (120 fps vs 20 fps)
- BZ8 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- BZ8 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X-T5
130 × 91 × 64 mm
557 g (1.23 lb / 19.65 oz)
Z8
144 × 119 × 83 mm
820 g (1.81 lb / 28.92 oz)
X-T5 is 15mm narrower, 28mm shorter, and 19mm thinner than Z8.
X-T5 is 263 g lighter than Z8.
Depth (front-to-back): 64mm X-T5 · 83mm Z8
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X-T5
130 × 91 mm
Z8
144 × 119 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X-T5
130 × 64 mm
Z8
144 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X-T5
23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C
369 mm² area
Z8
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
2.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X-T5
✓ more lensesFujifilm X
105+
native lenses available
Z8
Nikon Z
90+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
The verdict
The $2300 price gap separates a versatile APS-C system from a professional full-frame stacked sensor designed specifically for high-speed performance.
Choose the Fujifilm X-T5 if you require a lightweight, weather-sealed body for extended field use or travel. Its 557g weight provides significantly better portability for photographers who spend long days on their feet without compromising on a high 40.2-megapixel resolution.
Choose the Nikon Z8 if your work centers on high-end cinema and professional video production. It features internal 8K raw recording at a 3600Mbps maximum bitrate, delivering the massive data throughput and resolution required for elite commercial workflows.
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X-T5
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Automobile…
Burst (mechanical)
15 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 129.5, 91, 63.8
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, SDXC V90
Battery life (CIPA)
580 shots vs 340 shots — higher is better
Weight
557 g vs 820 g — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 6 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Z8
AF low-light limit
-9 EV vs -7 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Birds, Dogs…
Codecs
Adds N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ, ProRes 422 HQ…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 144, 118.5, 83
RAW buffer depth
1000 frames vs 72 frames — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
120 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓In-body stabilization — Both support in-body stabilization
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X-T5
Pros
- ✓40.2MP APS-C — rivals full-frame for detail
- ✓Compact retro body (557g)
- ✓7-stop IBIS in a small body
- ✓20 film simulations including Velvia, Provia
Cons
- –4K 60p has a 1.29× crop
- –3-way tilt LCD — no full articulation
- –APS-C crop factor (1.5×) for full-frame lenses
Z8
Pros
- ✓45.7MP stacked CMOS from Z9 — class-leading
- ✓8K 60p N-RAW internal
- ✓No mechanical shutter wear — fully electronic
- ✓20fps at full 45.7MP resolution
Cons
- –EN-EL15c battery life only 340 CIPA shots
- –No built-in grip (unlike Z9)
Decided which one is right for you?
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Fujifilm X-T5
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X-T5 or Z8?
X-T5 scores 10.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Z8 — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X-T5 and Z8?
X-T5 is 40.2 MP and Z8 is 45.7 MP, so the Z8 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X-T5 and Z8 have in-body image stabilization?
X-T5 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while z8 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X-T5 or the Z8?
X-T5 reaches 20 fps electronic. Z8 reaches 120 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X-T5 and Z8?
X-T5 weighs 557 g and Z8 weighs 820 g, so the X-T5 is 263 g lighter.
Do the X-T5 and Z8 record 4K video?
X-T5: 4K up to 60p. Z8: 8K UHD (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X-T5 and Z8 weather sealed?
X-T5: Yes. Z8: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 580 shots (CIPA) for the X-T5 and 340 shots for the Z8, giving the X-T5 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X-T5 launched at $1,699 and Z8 at $3,999. The X-T5 is $2,300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Nikon press materials.