Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J3

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.