• 2/3 inch 58.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 20.8 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 85.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm XF1 advantages over Nikon DL24-85

  • Less expensive
    $500 vs $650 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • More telephoto lens reach
    100 mm vs 85 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Thinner
    30 mm vs 49 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    226g vs 350g
    Lighter weight

Nikon DL24-85 advantages over Fujifilm XF1

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    1 inch vs 2/3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Yes vs No
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • More dots on screen
    1037k vs 460k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    20.8 vs 12.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Longer exposure
    120 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.0 fps vs 6.8 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • 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

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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Review Excerpt

  • Cool retro styling bolstered by a quality build and design; Fast f/1.8 lens at wide angle; Fast autofocus and low shutter lag; Tons of customizability and creative options, including Fuji's special EXR and Film Simulation modes; Full 1080p HD video; PASM controls; RAW still capture.

  • Special modes have somewhat steep learning curve; Maximum aperture drops quickly as you zoom; Lens cover doesn't lock when storing; Larger sensor doesn't necessarily translate to better photo quality than competitors; Demosaicing errors and moderately high chromatic aberration.

The Competition

Compared to Olympus TG-2

Fujifilm XF1
Olympus TG-2
  • $460
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
Nikon DL24-85
Olympus TG-2
  • $647
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof

Compared to Olympus XZ-10

Fujifilm XF1
Olympus XZ-10
  • $460
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
Nikon DL24-85
Olympus XZ-10
  • $647
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Canon S120

Fujifilm XF1
Canon S120
  • $460
  • 2/3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $449
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Touchscreen
Nikon DL24-85
Canon S120
  • $647
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $449
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Fujifilm XQ1

Fujifilm XF1
Fujifilm XQ1
  • $460
  • 2/3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Nikon DL24-85
Fujifilm XQ1
  • $647
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Fujifilm XQ2

Fujifilm XF1
Fujifilm XQ2
  • $460
  • 2/3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $200
  • 2/3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive
Nikon DL24-85
Fujifilm XQ2
  • $647
  • 1 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor
  • $200
  • 2/3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
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