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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3

Portability
86
Imaging
68
Features
75
Overall
70
Fujifilm X-A3 front
 
Nikon 1 J3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
45
Features
63
Overall
52

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Announced August 2016
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-A2
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-A5
Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
  • Released November 2013
  • Superseded the Nikon 1 J2
  • Updated by Nikon 1 J4
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and 1 J3 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") have different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was announced 2 years after the 1 J3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-A3 matches up against the 1 J3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-A3 1 J3 
ReleasedAugust 2016November 2013Newer by 34 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display resolution1040k921kClearer display (+119k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Fujifilm X-A3

 1 J3 Fujifilm X-A3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-A3 1 J3 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurements

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison

If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A3 provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J3 has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon 1 J3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 against the 1 J3.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A3 and 1 J3 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A3 and 1 J3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will result in extra detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A3 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon 1 J3 as a Portrait photography camera
80
you can focus manually
good resolution (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
59
manual focus
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (1")
saves RAW formats
can't use external flash
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Street photography factors
Nikon 1 J3 Street photography factors
80
tilting screen
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
comes with focus by touch
no image stabilization
70
sensor size is nice (1")
saves RAW formats
lighter than others (201g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Sports photography advice
Nikon 1 J3 Sports photography advice
65
quiet mode (1/32,000s)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
great battery pack (410 CIPA)
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
58
quiet shutter (1/16,000s)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (1")
offers tracking autofocus
has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery (220 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Travel photography highlights
Nikon 1 J3 Travel photography highlights
88
great battery pack (410 shots)
comes with focus by touch
good resolution (24 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
69
lighter than others (201 grams)
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
terrible battery (220 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Landscape photography details
Nikon 1 J3 Landscape photography details
79
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
great battery pack (410 per charge)
no image stabilization
64
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen is a good size (3")
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (1")
saves RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
terrible battery (220 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A3 Vlogging information
Nikon 1 J3 Vlogging information
74
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
includes face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
no image stabilization
doesn't have mic port
30
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (201g)
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
missing external microphone port
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Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon 1 J3
 Fujifilm X-A3Nikon 1 J3
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm X-A3 Nikon 1 J3
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2016-08-25 2013-11-30
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 369.0mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 6000 x 4000 4608 x 3072
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Max boosted ISO 25600 -
Minimum native ISO 200 160
RAW photos
Minimum boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 77 135
Cross type focus points - 41
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Nikon 1
Number of lenses 54 13
Crop factor 1.5 2.7
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 1,040 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs 1/16000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 6.0 frames per second 15.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (at ISO 200) 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/180 secs 1/60 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 339 grams (0.75 lbs) 201 grams (0.44 lbs)
Physical 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 rating not tested 52
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 20.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.0
DXO Low light rating not tested 420
Other
Battery life 410 shots 220 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 EN-EL20
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $480 $170