Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon D2X

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A7 and Nikon D2X. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-A7 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D2X is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Fujifilm X-A7 were released 2019 and Nikon D2X was released 2004. That is a 15 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.

Camera Released
Fujifilm X-A7 2019
Nikon D2X 2004

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-A7 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D2X is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A7 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D2X 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-A7 75 mm
Fujifilm sensor
Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5
Nikon D2X 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-A7 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D2X has 12,2 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Camera Megapixels
Fujifilm X-A7 24 MP
24000000 pixels
6000 x 4000
Nikon D2X 12,2 MP
12212224 pixels
4288 x 2848

Fujifilm X-A7 has a 97 % larger resolution than Nikon D2X. 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-A7 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D2X. Fujifilm X-A7 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Nikon D2X has 100 to 3200.

Camera ISO Range
Fujifilm X-A7 100-12800
Nikon D2X 100-3200

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-A7
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D2X

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A7 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D2X can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.

Camera FPS (Frames per second)
Fujifilm X-A7 6
Nikon D2X 5

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-A7. Unfortunately Nikon D2X 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 D2X weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 275% heavier than Fujifilm X-A7 and its 320 gr (or 0.71 lb).

Camera Weight
Fujifilm X-A7 320 gr
0.71 lb
Nikon D2X 1200 gr
2.65 lb

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon D2X Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A7 and Nikon D2X, 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-A7
Nikon D2X
Name Fujifilm X-A7 Nikon D2X
Manufacturer Fujifilm Nikon
Release Date and Price
Fujifilm X-A7
Nikon D2X
Release Year 2019 2004
Release Date 2019-09-12 2004-09-16
MSRP 699 USD 6299 USD
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Camera Type
Fujifilm X-A7
Nikon D2X
Camera Type Mirrorless DSLR
Sensor
Fujifilm X-A7
Nikon D2X
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 CMOS
Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 4288 x 2848 pixels
Megapixels 24 MP 12,2 MP
Image Processor Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image
Fujifilm X-A7
Nikon D2X
ISO Range 100 - 12800 100 - 3200
White Balance Presets 7 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-A7
Nikon D2X
Autofocus Motor Yes Yes
Autofocus Contract Detect (sensor)
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Center
Selective Single Point
Tracking
Single
Continuous
Touch
Face Detection
LiveView
Phase Detect
Multi Area
Selective Single Point
Single
Continuous
Focus Points 425 11
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-A7
Nikon D2X
Articulated LCD Fully articulated Fixed
Screen size 3.5” 2,5”
Screen dots 2760000 235000
Touch screen Yes No
Screen type 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 0 N/A
Photography features
Fujifilm X-A7
Nikon D2X
Frames per second 6 fps 5 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 4 meters N/A
External Flash Yes Yes
Self-Timer Yes Yes
Time-lapse Yes Yes
Metering modes Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Multi
Center Weighted
Spot
Exposure Compensation +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV steps) +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
Videography features
Fujifilm X-A7
Nikon D2X
Video recording Yes No
Video format MPEG4
H.264
N/A
Video resolution 1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
N/A
Built-in Microphone Yes No
Built-in Speakers Yes No
Storage
Fujifilm X-A7
Nikon D2X
Memory Card SD/SDHC
Compact Flash
Connectivity
Fujifilm X-A7
Nikon D2X
HDMI Output Yes No
Microphone Port Yes No
Headphone Port No No
Wireless Yes
Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2)
No
Remote Control Yes (via smartphone) Yes
GPS No No
Body & Dimensions
Fujifilm X-A7
Nikon D2X
Enviromentally sealed No No
Battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery Details NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger
Rechargeable Nikon EN-EL4 Li-ion battery
Battery Life (CIPA) 270 shots 3800 shots
Width 119 mm 158 mm
Height 38 mm 150 mm
Depth 41 mm 86 mm
Weight 320 gram 1200 gram