Fujifilm X-A10 vs Nikon 1 J3

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-A10 and Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A10 (16MP) and the 1 J3 (14MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm X-A10 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") come with different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-A10 was introduced 3 years after the 1 J3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A10 grades vs the 1 J3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A10 & Nikon 1 J3. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A10 Gallery & Nikon 1 J3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A10 offers exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J3 has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-A10 and Nikon 1 J3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A10 vs the 1 J3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A10 and 1 J3 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A10 and 1 J3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A10 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X-A10 will result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A10 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.