Clicky

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1

Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
35
Overall
38
Fujifilm FinePix XP70 front
 
Nikon 1 J1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
56
Overall
46

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP70
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
  • Released January 2014
  • Older Model is Fujifilm XP60
  • Updated by Fujifilm XP80
Nikon 1 J1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
  • Released January 2012
  • Updated by Nikon 1 J2
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 Overview

Lets take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XP70 (1/2.3") and 1 J1 (1") use totally different sensor sizing.

AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

The Fujifilm XP70 was announced 24 months later than the 1 J1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm XP70 being a Compact camera and the Nikon 1 J1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm XP70 scores versus the 1 J1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation
	
	

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP70 over the Nikon 1 J1

 Fujifilm XP70 1 J1 
ReleasedJanuary 2014January 2012Fresher by 24 months

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Fujifilm XP70

 1 J1 Fujifilm XP70 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm XP70 and Nikon 1 J1

 Fujifilm XP70 1 J1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution460k460kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XP70 offers outside dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J1 has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XP70 compared to the 1 J1.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP70 and 1 J1 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP70 and 1 J1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XP70 having a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm XP70 will provide more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XP70 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 Portrait photography info
Nikon 1 J1 Portrait photography info
35
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has face detect focus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
48
focusing manually
good sensor size (1")
exports RAW formats
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 as a Street photography camera
Nikon 1 J1 as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proofing
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
69
good sensor size (1")
exports RAW formats
lighter than others (234 grams)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon 1 J1 as a Sports photography camera
45
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (210 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
48
quiet shutter (1/16,000s)
good sensor size (1")
has tracking autofocus
supports phase detect AF
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
bad battery power (230 per charge)
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 Travel photography factors
Nikon 1 J1 Travel photography factors
65
environment proofing
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
not so great battery life (210 CIPA)
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
60
lighter than others (234 grams)
flash built-in
bad battery power (230 shots)
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP70 Landscape photography factors
Nikon 1 J1 Landscape photography factors
40
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
not so great battery life (210 shots)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
56
focusing manually
switch lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good sensor size (1")
exports RAW formats
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
bad battery power (230 per charge)
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm XP70
Vlogging with Nikon 1 J1
34
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly screen
doesn't have microphone jack
30
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others (234 grams)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
no external microphone support
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

Fujifilm XP70 vs Nikon 1 J1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP70 and Nikon 1 J1
 Fujifilm FinePix XP70Nikon 1 J1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP70 Nikon 1 J1
Type Waterproof Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2014-01-06 2012-01-20
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 3872 x 2592
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 135
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Nikon 1
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.9-4.9 -
Macro focusing range 9cm -
Amount of lenses - 13
Focal length multiplier 5.8 2.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Highest quiet shutter speed - 1/16000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, forced flash, flash off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/60 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p/60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 179 gr (0.39 pounds) 234 gr (0.52 pounds)
Dimensions 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 56
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.5
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.0
DXO Low light rating not tested 372
Other
Battery life 210 photos 230 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45S EN-EL20
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $199 $625