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Kit comparison · 2025

Nikon Zf vs Fujifilm X-T5: which kit wins in 2025?

Full side-by-side comparison of camera specs, lens options, performance scores, and price — so you can stop second-guessing and start shooting.

Nikon Zf uses Full-frame; Fujifilm X-T5 uses APS-CThe Zf kit comes with a prime lens (40mm); the X-T5 kit with a zoom (18-55mm)
The retro street artist
Nikon Zf
+ Z 40mm f/2
71/100
€2,278
camera + lens
★ Overall winner
The landscape master
Fujifilm X-T5
+ XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
74/100
€2,248
camera + lens
Camera body
Sensor
Full-frame
APS-C
Resolution
24MP
40MP
IBIS
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Weather seal
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Battery
380 shots
580 shots
Body weight
710g
557g
Released
2,023
2,022
Lens
Model
Z 40mm f/2
XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS
Focal range
40mm
18-55mm
Max aperture
f/2
f/2.8
Type
Prime
Zoom
Lens weight
170g
310g
Combined kit
Total weight
880g
867g
Total price
€2,278
€2,248
Tier
Enthusiast
Enthusiast
Performance scores
Beginner-friendly
60
50
Travel
78
88
Portrait
88
86
Wildlife
56
70
Sports
60
72
Video
76
74
Value for money
76
78
Strengths
+Stunning retro design
+Full-frame sensor with IBIS
+Weather sealed
+Unique film-camera aesthetic
+40MP APS-C sensor — incredible detail
+IBIS
+Weather sealed
+Compact pro body with classic dials
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Nikon Zf vs Fujifilm X-T5: common questions

Which is better overall, the Nikon Zf or the Fujifilm X-T5?

Based on our scoring across 7 use-case dimensions, the Fujifilm X-T5 edges ahead with an average score of 74/100 vs 71/100. Fujifilm's strengths include: 40MP APS-C sensor — incredible detail and IBIS.

Is the Nikon Zf worth the extra cost over the Fujifilm X-T5?

The two kits are similarly priced. Choose based on features rather than budget — X-T5 scores slightly higher overall.

Which is better for beginners, the Nikon Zf or Fujifilm X-T5?

For beginners, the Nikon Zf scores higher (60 vs 50 for beginner-friendliness). Stunning retro design.

Which has better video, the Nikon Zf or Fujifilm X-T5?

For video, the Nikon Zf leads with a video score of 76/100. It has IBIS for smoother handheld footage. The flip screen also makes it ideal for solo filming.

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