Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon D3100

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon D3100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the D3100 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was unveiled 2 years after the D3100 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D3100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-A1 scores vs the D3100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon D3100. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Nikon D3100 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 comes with exterior 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) while the Nikon D3100 has dimensions of 124mm x 96mm x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 versus the D3100.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and D3100 is 87 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A1 and D3100.

As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-A1 to give more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.