Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S2
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Launched November 2013
- New Model is Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 14.2MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 190g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Announced May 2014
- Older Model is Nikon 1 S1

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S2 Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the 1 S2 (14.2MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and 1 S2 (1") come with different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-A1 was launched 5 months before the 1 S2 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up versus the 1 S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A1 & Nikon 1 S2. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Nikon 1 S2
Fujifilm X-A1 | 1 S2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S2 over the Fujifilm X-A1
1 S2 | Fujifilm X-A1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon 1 S2
Fujifilm X-A1 | 1 S2 | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | ![]() | May 2014 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S2 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 has outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S2 has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the 1 S2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 S2 is 87 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 S2.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-A1 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 1.8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.

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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A1 | Nikon 1 S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-A1 | Nikon 1 S2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-11-30 | 2014-05-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | Expeed 4A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 13.1 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 115.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14.2 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 171 |
Cross focus points | - | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 54 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 60.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | - |
Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Fill, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/ slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330 gr (0.73 pounds) | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 270 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | EN-EL22 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $329 | $450 |