• 2/3 inch 58.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 112.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 14.2 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 6400

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Differences

Fujifilm X10 advantages over Nikon V2

  • Less expensive
    $600 vs $900 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/1000 vs 1/250 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 6400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon V2 advantages over Fujifilm X10

  • Larger sensor
    1 inch vs 2/3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 2.86 vs 2.20 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Higher effective ISO
    403 vs 245 iso
    Take photos in low light with less noise
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 460k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Less shutter lag
    0.07 vs 0.33 sec
    Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
  • More pixels
    14.2 vs 12.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.6 fps vs 6.6 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
    40 vs 6 shots
    Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Rear display
    Both provide
    Review photos on the back of the camera
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • Really solid body littered with external controls feels like a camera should; Very bright zoom lens; Clever EXR modes; Raw support.

  • White orb problem; EV dial difficult to turn; Below average battery life; Shallow buffers; Occasional demosaicing errors.

The Competition

Compared to Nikon V1

Fujifilm X10
Nikon V1
  • $599
  • 2/3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
Nikon V2
Nikon V1
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Fast startup

Compared to Nikon P7700

Fujifilm X10
Nikon P7700
  • $599
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $429
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Nikon V2
Nikon P7700
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $429
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compared to Fujifilm X20

Fujifilm X10
Fujifilm X20
  • $599
  • 2/3 inch
  • $499
  • 2/3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • In-camera panoramas
Nikon V2
Fujifilm X20
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $499
  • 2/3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compared to Nikon AW1

Fujifilm X10
Nikon AW1
  • $599
  • 2/3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $797
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Waterproof
Nikon V2
Nikon AW1
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $797
  • 1 inch
  • Waterproof
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Fujifilm X30

Fujifilm X10
Fujifilm X30
  • $599
  • 2/3 inch
  • $499
  • 2/3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • In-camera panoramas
Nikon V2
Fujifilm X30
  • $900
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $499
  • 2/3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
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