Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon 1 AW1

In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon 1 AW1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") use different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was unveiled 2 years later than the 1 AW1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 grades versus the 1 AW1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-Pro2 & Nikon 1 AW1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery & Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 offers exterior measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 AW1 has dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and the 1 AW1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and 1 AW1 is 74 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and 1 AW1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will show more detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-Pro2 provides an advantage in sensor tech.