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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
61
Overall
59
Fujifilm X-A1 front
 
Nikon Coolpix A front
Portability
88
Imaging
58
Features
48
Overall
54

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Introduced November 2013
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-A2
Nikon A
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8) lens
  • 299g - 111 x 64 x 40mm
  • Revealed June 2013
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A Overview

On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon A, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the A (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was unveiled 6 months after the A and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon A being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades against the A with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Nikon A

 Fujifilm X-A1 A 
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Nikon A over the Fujifilm X-A1

 A Fujifilm X-A1 
Screen resolution921k920kSharper screen (+1k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon A

 Fujifilm X-A1 A 
RevealedNovember 2013June 2013Similar generation
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen sizing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A1 offers exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Nikon A has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon A in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 and the A.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A1 and A is 87 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and A.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of images although you should take the release date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Portrait photography advice
Nikon A Portrait photography advice
74
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detection focus
supports RAW formats
74
has manual focus
high flash sync (1/2,000s)
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-A1
Street photography with Nikon A
76
tilting screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
71
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than others (299 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-A1
Sports photography with Nikon A
54
MP count good (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
slow frames per second (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
has no phase detect auto focus
47
good MP (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (28mm)
low frames per second (4.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery (230 shots)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Travel photography info
Nikon A Travel photography info
66
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
missing Timelapse function
display is not selfie friendly
63
lighter than others (299 grams)
good MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery (230 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Landscape photography info
Nikon A Landscape photography info
69
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
MP count good (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
missing Timelapse function
54
has manual focus
screen is a good size (3 inches)
good MP (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery (230 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Vlogging advice
Nikon A Vlogging advice
31
has face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing external microphone port
31
offers face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (299 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have external mic support
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon A Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon A
 Fujifilm X-A1Nikon Coolpix A
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-A1 Nikon Coolpix A
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Introduced 2013-11-30 2013-06-06
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4896 x 3264 4928 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Maximum boosted ISO - 25600
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 49 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28mm (1x)
Max aperture - f/2.8
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Number of lenses 54 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 920k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology TFT LCD TFT LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (optional)
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 6.0 frames per sec 4.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (ISO200m) 11.50 m
Flash options Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180 secs 1/2000 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported 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 (30, 25, 24fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 330g (0.73 lbs) 299g (0.66 lbs)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 111 x 64 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 80
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.8
DXO Low light rating not tested 1164
Other
Battery life 350 images 230 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 EN-EL20
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $329 $778