Fujifilm X-A10 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Below is a thorough assessment of the Fujifilm X-A10 vs Nikon 1 AW1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A10 (16MP) and the 1 AW1 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X-A10 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A10 was launched 3 years later than the 1 AW1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A10 grades against the 1 AW1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A10 & Nikon 1 AW1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A10 Gallery & Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A10 enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Nikon 1 AW1 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A10 vs Nikon 1 AW1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A10 compared to the 1 AW1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A10 and 1 AW1 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A10 and 1 AW1.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A10 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-A10 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A10 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.