Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 J1
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 J1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 775g - 161 x 97 x 66mm
- Introduced September 2018
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Announced January 2012
- Later Model is Nikon 1 J2

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 J1 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon 1 J1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and 1 J1 (1") provide different sensor size.

The Fujifilm GFX 50R was manufactured 6 years later than the 1 J1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R matches up against the 1 J1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 J1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon 1 J1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50R Gallery and Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50R over the Nikon 1 J1
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 1 J1 | |||
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Announced | September 2018 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 82 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+1900k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Fujifilm GFX 50R
1 J1 | Fujifilm GFX 50R |
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Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon 1 J1
Fujifilm GFX 50R | 1 J1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 J1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R comes with outer dimensions of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J1 has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Nikon 1 J1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus the 1 J1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and 1 J1 is 59 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 J1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and 1 J1.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm GFX 50R due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will give more detail due to its extra 41 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm GFX 50R provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Nikon 1 J1 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50R | Nikon 1 J1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm GFX 50R | Nikon 1 J1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-09-25 | 2012-01-20 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | X Processor Pro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 117 | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm G | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 12 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.97x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 360s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/125s | 1/60s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 775g (1.71 pounds) | 234g (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 161 x 97 x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 372 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 230 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-T125 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Price at release | $4,499 | $625 |