Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon 1 J2

Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon 1 J2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and 1 J2 (1") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was unveiled 3 years later than the 1 J2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 matches up vs the 1 J2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon 1 J2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery and Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 provides exterior dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J2 has specifications of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 versus the 1 J2.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and 1 J2 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and 1 J2.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will render more detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-Pro2 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.