Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 V2

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon 1 V2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the 1 V2 (14MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and 1 V2 (1") offer different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was unveiled 2 years later than the 1 V2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-A2 matches up against the 1 V2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A2 & Nikon 1 V2. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A2 offers external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V2 has sizing of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon 1 V2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 and the 1 V2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A2 and 1 V2 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and 1 V2.

All in all, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A2 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A2 will produce greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A2 provides an advantage in sensor technology.