Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon 1 AW1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the 1 AW1 (14MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was manufactured 3 months after the 1 AW1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores versus the 1 AW1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 & Nikon 1 AW1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 has physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 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).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon 1 AW1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the 1 AW1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 AW1 is 87 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 AW1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A1 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-A1 will result in more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively.