Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Announced January 2018
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-A3
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Released November 2013
- Old Model is Nikon 1 J2
- Updated by Nikon 1 J4

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and 1 J3 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-A5 was unveiled 4 years after the 1 J3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up vs the 1 J3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A5 & Nikon 1 J3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Nikon 1 J3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Nikon 1 J3
Fujifilm X-A5 | 1 J3 | |||
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Released | January 2018 | ![]() | November 2013 | More modern by 51 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+119k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Fujifilm X-A5
1 J3 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Nikon 1 J3
Fujifilm X-A5 | 1 J3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 offers physical dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J3 has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 vs the 1 J3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A5 and 1 J3 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A5 and 1 J3.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A5 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A5 will result in greater detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Nikon 1 J3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-A5 | Nikon 1 J3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-01-31 | 2013-11-30 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 91 | 135 |
Cross focus points | - | 41 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 15.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.70 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 | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/60 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 361g (0.80 pounds) | 201g (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 450 photos | 220 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $500 | $170 |