Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2
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![Fujifilm X-A2 front Fujifilm X-A2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Fujifilm-X-A2.jpg)
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60 Overall
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Launched January 2015
- Older Model is Fujifilm X-A1
- New Model is Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 14.2MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 190g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Released May 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon 1 S1
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Nikon 1 S2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the 1 S2 (14.2MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and 1 S2 (1") come with totally different sensor sizing.
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The Fujifilm X-A2 was unveiled 8 months after the 1 S2 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores against the 1 S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A2 & Nikon 1 S2. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Nikon 1 S2
Fujifilm X-A2 | 1 S2 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | May 2014 | Newer by 8 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S2 over the Fujifilm X-A2
1 S2 | Fujifilm X-A2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon 1 S2
Fujifilm X-A2 | 1 S2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A2 enjoys exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S2 has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Nikon 1 S2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs the 1 S2.
![Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 size comparison Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-A2-vs-Nikon-1-S2-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A2 and 1 S2 is 86 and 93 respectively.
![Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-A2-vs-Nikon-1-S2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A2 and 1 S2.
Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A2 will offer you extra detail having an extra 1.8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A2 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-A2-vs-Nikon-1-S2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-A2-vs-Nikon-1-S2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 S2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Nikon 1 S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A2 | Nikon 1 S2 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2014-05-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | Expeed 4A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 13.1 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 115.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14.2 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4592 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 171 |
Cross type focus points | - | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Available lenses | 54 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.6fps | 60.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, 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 | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 lb) | 190g (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 270 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | EN-EL22 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $370 | $450 |