Nikon 1 J5 vs Fujifilm X-A2

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      Specifications

      General Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      BrandNikonFujifilm
      Model1 J5X-A2
      Predecessor ModelNikon 1 J4 Fujifilm X-A1
      Successor ModelFujifilm X-A3
      MSRP$499 (w/10-30mm PZ lens), $749 (w/10-30 PZ and 30-110mm lenses), $1049 (w/10-100mm lens)$549 (with 16-50mm lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Sensor TypeBSI-CMOSCMOS
      Sensor FormatCX
      Sensor Size1-inchAPS-C
      Sensor Dimensions13.2 x 8.8 mm23.6 x 15.6 mm
      Total Pixels23.01 Megapixel16.5 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels20.8 Megapixel16.3 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range160 - 12,800200 - 6,400
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 25,600
      Photo Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      ProcessorEXPEED 5AEXR Processor II
      Max Image Resolution5568 x 37124896 x 3264
      Other Resolutions4176 x 2784, 2784 x 1856S: (3:2) 2496 x 1664 / (16:9) 2496 x 1408 / (1:1) 1664 x 1664
      Image Aspect Ratios3:21:1, 3:2, 16:9
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normalFine, Normal
      Bit Depth12-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      Active D-LightingOn
      Off
      Focus Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Focusing SystemHybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF)
      AF-assist illuminator
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Multi-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoAutomatic, Continuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AFContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus
      Number of Focus Points17149
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Lens MountNikon 1Fujifilm X
      Crop Factor2.7x1.5x
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Screen TypeTiltingTilting
      Screen Technology180 degree flip-up TFT LCD175-degree upward-tilting TFT LCD
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution1,037k dot920k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Viewfinder
      Shutter Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Shutter TypeElectronic
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec30 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/4000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/16000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting20.0 fps5.6 fps
      Flash Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesAuto
      Auto with red-eye reduction
      Fill-flash
      Fill-flash with slow sync
      Red-eye reduction
      Red-eye reduction with slow sync
      Rear curtain sync
      Rear curtain with slow sync
      Slow sync with red-eye reduction
      Off
      Auto
      flash on
      flash off
      slow synchro
      rear-curtain synchro
      commander
      Flash Range5.00 m at ISO 1007.00 m at ISO 200
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/180 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3 EV steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash Systemi-TTL flash control using image sensor available
      External Flash ConnectionHot Shoe
      Exposure Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Multi
      Average
      Spot
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)±2 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±1 (3 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at metered value when shutter-release button is pressed halfway
      DXO Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      DxO Low Light ISO479
      DxO Color Depth22.1
      DxO Dynamic Range12.0
      DxO Overall Score65
      Video Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Movie File FormatMOV
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264H.264
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min30 min
      Terminals Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro Mini
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g, 2.4 GHz802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      NFC
      Remote Control via smartphone Wired or via smartphone
      Environmental Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Dimensions98 x 60 x 32 mm (3.86 x 2.36 x 1.26")117 x 67 x 40 mm (4.61 x 2.64 x 1.57")
      Weight (inc. batteries)231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz)350 g (0.77 lb / 12.35 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.7 x 6.1 x 4.6"8.3 x 7.5 x 5.9"
      Package Weight1.95 lb3.2 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Battery PackEN-EL24NP-W126
      Battery Life250 shots410 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: MicroSD/SDHC/SDXCSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Nikon 1 J5 Fujifilm X-A2
      Self Timer 2 or 10 secs 2 or 10 secs
      Orientation Sensor
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemDust Shield


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