FujiFilm S2500HD vs Nikon 1 V2

Below is a extended assessment of the FujiFilm S2500HD and Nikon 1 V2, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the 1 V2 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the S2500HD (1/2.3") and 1 V2 (1") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The S2500HD was launched 3 years prior to the 1 V2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S2500HD scores versus the 1 V2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Nikon 1 V2. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S2500HD comes with outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V2 has proportions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S2500HD and Nikon 1 V2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S2500HD compared to the 1 V2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2500HD and 1 V2 is 78 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2500HD and 1 V2.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S2500HD because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Nikon 1 V2 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older S2500HD will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.