Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 J3
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-A1
- Updated by Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Replaced the Nikon 1 J2
- Renewed by Nikon 1 J4
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and the 1 J3 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") feature totally different sensor size.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe Fujifilm X-A2 was introduced 14 months after the 1 J3 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores against the 1 J3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon 1 J3. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery and Nikon 1 J3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Nikon 1 J3
Fujifilm X-A2 | 1 J3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | November 2013 | More modern by 14 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Fujifilm X-A2
1 J3 | Fujifilm X-A2 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon 1 J3
Fujifilm X-A2 | 1 J3 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size | |
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A2 comes with physical measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J3 has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-A2 and Nikon 1 J3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 compared to the 1 J3.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and 1 J3 is 86 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A2 and 1 J3.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A2 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-A2 will provide greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A2 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A2 | Nikon 1 J3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-A2 | Nikon 1 J3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2013-11-30 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 135 |
Cross focus points | - | 41 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 54 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.6fps | 15.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 200) | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/60s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 lbs) | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 420 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 220 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $370 | $170 |