Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon D4

Following is a thorough comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon D4, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and D4 (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and D4 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was unveiled 4 years after the D4 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-Pro2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D4 being a Large SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 grades versus the D4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon D4. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro2 Gallery and Nikon D4 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 enjoys 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) and the Nikon D4 has sizing of 160mm x 157mm x 91mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon D4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs the D4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and D4 is 74 and 50 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and D4.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will provide you with more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-Pro2 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.