The links in the original post didn't work for me but the Fuji Touring page indicates linear pull brakes. That would tip the scale towards the Jamis for me.

I'm also skeptical about the weight spec difference... I don't see any indication that it's an apples-to-apples comparison. Whats sizes are those specs based on?

Both great bikes.

Disclosure: I have an Aurora.

The Fuji looks to have slightly different geometry and that may help with my one complaint about the Aurora: Toe strike on the front wheel. It might bug you, it might not. If there’s any opportunity test drive either bike, I would. It may not even be an issue in the size you're looking at.

Also of note… The Microshift shifters were actually 10 speed shifters on my bike. They used a alternative cable routing method to make them compatible. I suspect Fujimight do the same. That said, I think the shift on the stock set up isn’t as crisp as it could be. I eventually upgraded to 10 spd gearing.