Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 S2

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon 1 S2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and 1 S2 (1") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was unveiled 2 years after the 1 S2 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 S2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores against the 1 S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T20 & Nikon 1 S2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T20 enjoys external measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S2 has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon 1 S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 compared to the 1 S2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and 1 S2 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T20 and 1 S2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T20 will provide greater detail having an extra 9.8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-T20 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.