Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J2

In this article, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and 1 J2 (1") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was unveiled 7 years after the 1 J2 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-A7 scores against the 1 J2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A7 & Nikon 1 J2. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A7 has outside measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J2 has specifications of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 against the 1 J2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A7 and 1 J2 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A7 and 1 J2.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A7 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-A7 will result in extra detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.