Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J1

Below is a complete review of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and 1 J1 (1") have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was manufactured 7 years later than the 1 J1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-A7 matches up against the 1 J1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A7 & Nikon 1 J1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-A7 features physical dimensions of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J1 has measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 compared to the 1 J1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-A7 and 1 J1 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A7 and 1 J1.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-A7 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A7 will render greater detail due to its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A7 should have a benefit in sensor tech.