Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Its time to take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Nikon 1 AW1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") feature different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was launched 2 years after the 1 AW1 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A3 matches up vs the 1 AW1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon 1 AW1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A3 has exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) while the Nikon 1 AW1 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Nikon 1 AW1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 compared to the 1 AW1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and 1 AW1 is 86 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A3 and 1 AW1.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.