Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 J2

Here, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon 1 J2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and 1 J2 (1") have different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was announced 16 months after the 1 J2 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up vs the 1 J2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 & Nikon 1 J2. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 features outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J2 has proportions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon 1 J2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the 1 J2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 J2 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 J2.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A1 will render greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.