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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs

Portability
80
Imaging
57
Features
52
Overall
55
Fujifilm X-Pro1 front
 
Nikon D2Xs front
Portability
51
Imaging
50
Features
40
Overall
46

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
  • Launched June 2012
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-Pro2
Nikon D2Xs
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
  • Released June 2006
  • Older Model is Nikon D2X
  • Later Model is Nikon D3X
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs Overview

Here is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Nikon D2Xs, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and D2Xs (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was brought out 6 years later than the D2Xs and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-Pro1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D2Xs being a Large SLR camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 matches up vs the D2Xs in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Nikon D2Xs

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 D2Xs 
ReleasedJune 2012June 2006Fresher by 74 months
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1230k235kSharper screen (+995k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Fujifilm X-Pro1

 D2Xs Fujifilm X-Pro1 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon D2Xs

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 D2Xs 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 enjoys outer dimensions of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") along with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Nikon D2Xs has specifications of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Nikon D2Xs in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 against the D2Xs.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and D2Xs is 80 and 51 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and D2Xs.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm X-Pro1 to offer extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-Pro1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Portrait photography camera
74
has manual focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
54
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no liveview feature
low MP (12MP)
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-Pro1
Street photography with Nikon D2Xs
64
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
50
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
low max ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sports photography advice
Nikon D2Xs Sports photography advice
45
decent megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
max frames per second very slow (6.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
bad battery power (300 per charge)
lacks phase detect AF
53
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
environment sealing
has phase detect auto focus
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Travel photography features
Nikon D2Xs Travel photography features
53
decent megapixels (16MP)
missing Time Lapse mode
bad battery power (300 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
43
environment sealing
low MP (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon D2Xs Landscape photography highlights
65
has manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
exports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
bad battery power (300 per charge)
missing Time Lapse mode
50
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
tiny screen (2.5 inches)
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
low max ISO (800)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Vlogging camera
26
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
missing mic socket
9
lack of video recording
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon D2Xs
 Fujifilm X-Pro1Nikon D2Xs
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-Pro1 Nikon D2Xs
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro DSLR
Launched 2012-06-28 2006-06-01
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Pro -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.7 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 372.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 4288 x 2848
Max native ISO 6400 800
Max enhanced ISO 25600 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Nikon F
Total lenses 54 309
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.5"
Screen resolution 1,230k dots 235k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x 0.57x
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames per second 8.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180 secs 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) -
Max video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video file format H.264 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 450 gr (0.99 pounds) 1200 gr (2.65 pounds)
Dimensions 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 59
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.9
DXO Low light score not tested 489
Other
Battery life 300 photographs -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-W126 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $1,169 $3,999