Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 J4

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Nikon 1 J4, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and 1 J4 (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and 1 J4 (1") possess different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was brought out 3 years later than the 1 J4 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up against the 1 J4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A5 & Nikon 1 J4. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Nikon 1 J4 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 has got outer measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J4 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-A5 versus Nikon 1 J4 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the 1 J4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and 1 J4 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A5 and 1 J4.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-A5 will render greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A5 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.