Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S1
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Replacement is Nikon 1 S2
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Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Fujifilm X-A1 was introduced 6 months after the 1 S1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores against the 1 S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Nikon 1 S1
| Fujifilm X-A1 | 1 S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Fujifilm X-A1
| 1 S1 | Fujifilm X-A1 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon 1 S1
| Fujifilm X-A1 | 1 S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2013 |  | June 2013 | Similar age |
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 provides outside measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 S1 has proportions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon 1 S1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the 1 S1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 S1 is 87 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and 1 S1.
To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-A1 will resolve greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-A1 | Nikon 1 S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
| Model | Fujifilm X-A1 | Nikon 1 S1 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2013-11-30 | 2013-06-21 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | 135 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 13 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 5.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/180s | 1/60s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 330 gr (0.73 pounds) | 197 gr (0.43 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 56 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 397 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | 220 photographs |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126 | EN-EL20 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $329 | $231 |