Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Nikon 1 S2

Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Nikon 1 S2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and 1 S2 (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was revealed 7 years after the 1 S2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 S2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II scores against the 1 S2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Nikon 1 S2. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 II provides physical dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S2 has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Nikon 1 S2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II compared to the 1 S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and 1 S2 is 82 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and 1 S2.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T30 II using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will show extra detail because of its extra 11.8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T30 II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.