Fujifilm SL300 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm SL300 versus Nikon 1 AW1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the 1 AW1 (14MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm SL300 (1/2.3") and 1 AW1 (1") provide different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm SL300 was introduced 20 months earlier than the 1 AW1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon 1 AW1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm SL300 grades versus the 1 AW1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Nikon 1 AW1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm SL300 provides exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Nikon 1 AW1 has measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

See the Fujifilm SL300 versus Nikon 1 AW1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 and the 1 AW1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL300 and 1 AW1 is 67 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL300 and 1 AW1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm SL300 provides the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged Fujifilm SL300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.