Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 AW1

Here, we will be looking at the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Nikon 1 AW1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and 1 AW1 (1") have different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50R was announced 5 years after the 1 AW1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R matches up against the 1 AW1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon 1 AW1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50R offers outside dimensions of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") and a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) and the Nikon 1 AW1 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R compared to the 1 AW1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and 1 AW1 is 59 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and 1 AW1.

All in all, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50R having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will provide extra detail with its extra 37MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50R provides an advantage in sensor technology.