Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon D70s

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon D70s. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-Pro2 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D70s is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-Pro2 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D70s is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D70s has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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-Pro2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D70s has 6 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-Pro2 has a 299 % larger resolution than Nikon D70s. 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-Pro2 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D70s. Fujifilm X-Pro2 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 12800 while Nikon D70s has 200 to 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-Pro2
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D70s

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-Pro2 can shoot up to 8 pictures per seconds and Nikon D70s can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

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-Pro2. Unfortunately Nikon D70s 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 D70s weighs 679 gr (equal to 1.5 lb) which is 37% heavier than Fujifilm X-Pro2 and its 495 gr (or 1.09 lb).

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Nikon D70s Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Nikon D70s, 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-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Name	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Release Year	2016	2005
Release Date	2016-01-15	2005-04-20
MSRP	1699 USD	749 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D70s
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	CCD
Resolution	6000 x 4000 pixels	3008 x 2000 pixels
Megapixels	24 MP	6 MP
Image Processor	X Processor Pro	Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D70s
ISO Range	200 - 12800	200 - 1600
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-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	273	5
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-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Articulated LCD	Fixed	Fixed
Screen size	3”	2”
Screen dots	1620000	130000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	TFT LCD	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	Electronic and Optical (tunnel)	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage	92%	95%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.89× (0.59× 35mm equiv.)	0.75× (0.5× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Frames per second	8 fps	3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/8000 seconds	1/8000 seconds
Built-in Flash	No	Yes
Built-in Flash Range	N/A	11 meters
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
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-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	MPEG4 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-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D70s
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	Yes	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n)	No
Remote Control	Yes (Wired or via smartphone)	Yes (Optional (ML-L3 or MC-DC1))
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-Pro2	Nikon D70s
Enviromentally sealed	Yes	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126 lithium-ion battery & charger	Nikon EN-EL3a Lithium-Ion & charger included
Battery Life (CIPA)	350 shots	400 shots
Width	141 mm	140 mm
Height	83 mm	111 mm
Depth	56 mm	78 mm
Weight	495 gram	679 gram