Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V3
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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
- Launched January 2018
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-A3
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 381g - 111 x 65 x 33mm
- Announced March 2014
- Replaced the Nikon 1 V2

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V3 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-A5 and Nikon 1 V3, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and 1 V3 (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and 1 V3 (1") come with different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm X-A5 was brought out 3 years after the 1 V3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X-A5 matches up versus the 1 V3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-A5 & Nikon 1 V3. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery & Nikon 1 V3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Nikon 1 V3
Fujifilm X-A5 | 1 V3 | |||
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Announced | January 2018 | ![]() | March 2014 | Newer by 48 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V3 over the Fujifilm X-A5
1 V3 | Fujifilm X-A5 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-A5 and Nikon 1 V3
Fujifilm X-A5 | 1 V3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A5 has got exterior measurements 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 V3 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-A5 and Nikon 1 V3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 vs the 1 V3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A5 and 1 V3 is 86 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A5 and 1 V3.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-A5 will render greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-A5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5 | Nikon 1 V3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-A5 | Nikon 1 V3 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-01-31 | 2014-03-13 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed 4A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5232 x 3488 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 91 | 171 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 54 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | 60.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m (at ISO 200) | 5.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander | Fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 361 grams (0.80 pounds) | 381 grams (0.84 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 111 x 65 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 384 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 450 images | 310 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | EN-EL20a |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $500 | $997 |