Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 J2

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 J2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and 1 J2 (1") come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was brought out 7 months later than the 1 J2 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores against the 1 J2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 & Nikon 1 J2. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E1 comes with exterior dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J2 has measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 J2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus the 1 J2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and 1 J2 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specifications. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and 1 J2.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E1 will deliver greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.