Fujifilm X-T100 vs Nikon 1 S2

Its time to look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Nikon 1 S2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and 1 S2 (1") use different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T100 was unveiled 4 years after the 1 S2 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 S2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-T100 grades vs the 1 S2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T100 and Nikon 1 S2. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T100 Gallery and Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T100 provides exterior measurements of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S2 has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Nikon 1 S2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 against the 1 S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T100 and 1 S2 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T100 and 1 S2.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T100 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-T100 will resolve greater detail having an extra 9.8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T100 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.