Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon Z30

Here, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Nikon Z30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and Z30 (21MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was released 8 years prior to the Z30 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-A2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores versus the Z30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon Z30. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Nikon Z30 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A2 offers physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon Z30 has specifications of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Nikon Z30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 compared to the Z30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A2 and Z30 is 86 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Z30.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon Z30 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.