Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon D2H

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon D2H. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-A2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D2H is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-A2 were released 2015 and Nikon D2H was released 2003. That is a 12 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-A2 2015
Nikon D2H 2003

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-A2 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D2H is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D2H has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

Camera Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 **
Fujifilm X-A2 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Nikon D2H 75 mm
Nikon DX sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5

** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"

Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:

Resolution

Fujifilm X-A2 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D2H has 4 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-A2 16 MP
15980544 pixels
4896 x 3264
Nikon D2H 4 MP
4021248 pixels
2464 x 1632

Fujifilm X-A2 has a 297 % larger resolution than Nikon D2H. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.

ISO range

Fujifilm X-A2 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D2H. Fujifilm X-A2 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Nikon D2H has 200 to 1600.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-A2 200-6400
Nikon D2H 200-1600

Autofocus and lens compatibility

Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.

Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-A2
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D2H

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A2 can shoot up to 5,6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D2H can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-A2 5,6
Nikon D2H 8

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-A2. Unfortunately Nikon D2H does not support recording movies and movie clips.

Weight

The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.

Nikon D2H weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 243% heavier than Fujifilm X-A2 and its 350 gr (or 0.77 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-A2 350 gr
0.77 lb
Nikon D2H 1200 gr
2.65 lb

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon D2H Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon D2H, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.

Product
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Name Fujifilm X-A2 Nikon D2H
Manufacturer Fujifilm Nikon
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Release Year 2015 2003
Release Date 2015-01-15 2003-07-22
MSRP 549 USD 3500 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Sensor Size APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm)
Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type CMOS JFET
Resolution 4896 x 3264 pixels 2464 x 1632 pixels
Megapixels 16 MP 4 MP
Image Processor EXR Processor II Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
ISO Range 200 - 6400 200 - 1600
White Balance Presets 6 6
Custom White Balance Yes Yes
Image Stabilization No No
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating 0 stops 0 stops
Uncompressed format RAW RAW
Optics & Focus
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 49 9
Lens Mount Fujifilm X

See Compatible Lenses
Nikon F

See Compatible Lenses
Focal Length Multiplier APS-C Sensor (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
DX / APS-C (1.5x)
1.5x multiplier
Example:
24 mm becomes 36 mm
50 mm becomes 75 mm
100 mm becomes 150 mm
200 mm becomes 300 mm
Screen & Viewfinder
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Articulated LCD Tilting Fixed
Screen size 3” 2,5”
Screen dots 920000 211000
Touch screen No No
Screen type 175-degree upward-tilting TFT LCD N/A
Live view Yes No
Viewfinder Type No Viewfinder Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.86× (0.57× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution N/A N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Frames per second 5,6 fps 8 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed 1/4000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash Yes No
Built-in Flash Range 7 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse No Yes
Metering modes Multi
Spot
Average
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Video recording Yes No
Video format H.264
N/A
Video resolution 1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
N/A
Built-in Microphone Yes No
Built-in Speakers Yes No
Storage
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
HDMI Output Yes No
Microphone Port No No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n)
No
Remote Control Yes (Wired or via smartphone) Remote control is supported
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon D2H
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger
Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery
Battery Life (CIPA) 410 shots N/A
Width 117 mm 158 mm
Height 67 mm 150 mm
Depth 40 mm 86 mm
Weight 350 gram 1200 gram