Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 J3

Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the 1 J3 (14MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was manufactured at a similar time to the 1 J3 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores versus the 1 J3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon 1 J3. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Nikon 1 J3 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A1 comes with outer measurements 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 J3 has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Nikon 1 J3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 compared to the 1 J3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 J3 is 87 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 J3.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-A1 will result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.