Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 J5

Here is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Nikon 1 J5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and 1 J5 (21MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and 1 J5 (1") offer totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was launched 16 months prior to the 1 J5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades versus the 1 J5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A1 & Nikon 1 J5. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A1 has exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J5 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-A1 versus Nikon 1 J5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus the 1 J5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 J5 is 87 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 J5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon 1 J5 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.