Nikon 1 V2 vs Fujifilm X-A5

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon 1 V2 and the Fujifilm X-A5, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Nikon 1 V2 was introduced in October 2012 and Fujifilm X-A5 was introduced in January 2018. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon 1 V2 over Fujifilm X-A5.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-A5 over Nikon 1 V2.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Nikon 1 V2 and Fujifilm X-A5 have 3.0" screens with 921k dot and 1,040k dot resolutions respectively. Nikon 1 V2 has a Fixed screen Fujifilm X-A5 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Fujifilm X-A5 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Fujifilm X-A5) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Electronic Viewfinder on Nikon 1 V2

Nikon 1 V2 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 1,440k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Fujifilm X-A5.

Nikon 1 V2 features a 14.2 megapixel 1-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 13.2 x 8.8 mm and a total area of 116.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 160 - 6,400. Fujifilm X-A5 features a 24.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 246.5 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 51,200 in boosted mode.

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Nikon 1 V2 is equipped with EXPEED 3A processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3072 resolution. Fujifilm X-A5 can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution.

Lens Mount

Nikon 1 V2 has Nikon 1 lens mount and Fujifilm X-A5 has Fujifilm X lens mount. Due to 1-inch sensor in Nikon 1 V2 its crop factor is equal to 2.7x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 2.7. Due to APS-C sensor in Fujifilm X-A5 its crop factor is equal to 1.5x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Nikon 1 V2 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Fujifilm X-A5 nothing can be done. On Fujifilm X-A5 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Nikon 1 V2 nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X-A5

Fujifilm X-A5 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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Bluetooth on Fujifilm X-A5

Fujifilm X-A5 has a built-in Bluetooth (version 4.1 LE) which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Nikon 1 V2 has an HDMI and Fujifilm X-A5 has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Nikon 1 V2 comes with EN-EL21 battery pack with battery life of 310 shots and Fujifilm X-A5 comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 450 shots.

External Storage Slots

Nikon 1 V2 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Fujifilm X-A5 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot.

Shutter

Nikon 1 V2 has Electronically-controlled vertical-travel focal plane mechanical shutter and electronic shutter. Fujifilm X-A5 has Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Nikon 1 V2, and up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X-A5. Nikon 1 V2 can shoot continuously up to 15.0 fps. Fujifilm X-A5 can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps.

Focusing

Nikon 1 V2 has Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF)
AF-assist illuminator system with 73 focusing points and Fujifilm X-A5 has 91 focusing points..

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.70 m at ISO 200 on Fujifilm X-A5. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/250 sec on Nikon 1 V2 and 1/180 sec on Fujifilm X-A5.

Nikon 1 V2 body has dimensions of 109 x 82 x 46 mm (4.29 x 3.23 x 1.81") and Fujifilm X-A5 body has dimensions of 117 x 68 x 40 mm (4.61 x 2.68 x 1.57"). Nikon 1 V2 weighs 278 g (0.61 lb / 9.81 oz) and Fujifilm X-A5 weighs 361 g (0.80 lb / 12.73 oz).

Nikon 1 V2

Fujifilm X-A5

109 mm

82 mm

117 mm

68 mm

82 mm

68 mm