Fujifilm X-A3 vs Nikon 1 V2

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Nikon 1 V2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) and 1 V2 (1") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-A3 was revealed 3 years later than the 1 V2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A3 matches up vs the 1 V2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A3 and Nikon 1 V2. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A3 has external 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) and the Nikon 1 V2 has dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A3 versus Nikon 1 V2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-A3 and the 1 V2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A3 and 1 V2 is 86 and 85 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A3 and 1 V2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A3 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A3 will result in greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A3 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.