Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon 1 J2

Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon 1 J2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and 1 J2 (1") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was launched 14 months after the 1 J2 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores versus the 1 J2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-M1 & Nikon 1 J2. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 offers external dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J2 has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon 1 J2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 against the 1 J2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and 1 J2 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-M1 and 1 J2.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-M1 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-M1 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-M1 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.