Nikon 1 V2 vs Fujifilm X-T20

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon 1 V2 and the Fujifilm X-T20, 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-T20 was introduced in January 2017. 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-T20.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X-T20 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-T20 have 3.0" screens with 921k dot and 1,040k dot resolutions respectively. Nikon 1 V2 has a Fixed screen Fujifilm X-T20 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Fujifilm X-T20 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-T20) 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.

Viewfinder

Nikon 1 V2 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 1,440k dot resolution and Fujifilm X-T20 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution. They both have 100% coverage.

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-T20 features a 24.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS X-TRANS III sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 243.4 mm². Its native ISO range is 200 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 51,200 in boosted mode.

Fujifilm X-T20 has CMOS X-TRANS III sensor

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-T20 is equipped with X-Processor Pro2 processor and can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4240 x 2832, 6000 x 3376, 4000, x 4000, 4240 x 2832, 4240 x 2384, 2832 x 2832, 3008 x 2000, 3008 x 1688, 2000 x 2000 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Lens Mount

Nikon 1 V2 has Nikon 1 lens mount and Fujifilm X-T20 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-T20 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 Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X-T20

There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X-T20. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.

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-T20 nothing can be done. On Fujifilm X-T20 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-T20

Fujifilm X-T20 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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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-T20 has a Micro 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-T20 comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.

External Storage Slots

Nikon 1 V2 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Fujifilm X-T20 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-T20 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-T20. Nikon 1 V2 can shoot continuously up to 15.0 fps. Fujifilm X-T20 can shoot continuously up to 14.0 fps.

Focusing

Nikon 1 V2 has Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF)
AF-assist illuminator system with 73 focusing points and Fujifilm X-T20 has 325 focusing points..

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.00 m at ISO 100 on Fujifilm X-T20. 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-T20.

Nikon 1 V2 body has dimensions of 109 x 82 x 46 mm (4.29 x 3.23 x 1.81") and Fujifilm X-T20 body has dimensions of 118 x 83 x 41 mm (4.65 x 3.27 x 1.61"). Nikon 1 V2 weighs 278 g (0.61 lb / 9.81 oz) and Fujifilm X-T20 weighs 383 g (0.84 lb / 13.51 oz).

Nikon 1 V2

Fujifilm X-T20

109 mm

82 mm

118 mm

83 mm

82 mm

83 mm