Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J5

Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and 1 J5 (21MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and 1 J5 (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was launched 13 months before the 1 J5 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades versus the 1 J5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2 & Nikon 1 J5. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2 comes with external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J5 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus the 1 J5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and 1 J5 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and 1 J5.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-E2 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon 1 J5 will give more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.