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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3

Portability
86
Imaging
70
Features
84
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-A7 front
 
Nikon 1 J3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
44
Features
63
Overall
51

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A7
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.5" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 320g - 119 x 68 x 41mm
  • Introduced September 2019
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-A5
Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
  • Launched November 2013
  • Replaced the Nikon 1 J2
  • Updated by Nikon 1 J4
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview

Here is a extended overview of the Fujifilm X-A7 and Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and 1 J3 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-A7 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was released 5 years later than the 1 J3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A7 matches up against the 1 J3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A7 over the Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-A7 1 J3 
LaunchedSeptember 2019November 2013Fresher by 71 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen size3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution2760k921kSharper screen (+1839k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Fujifilm X-A7

 1 J3 Fujifilm X-A7 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A7 and Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-A7 1 J3 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A7 enjoys physical measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J3 has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 versus the 1 J3.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A7 and 1 J3 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A7 and 1 J3.

Clearly, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A7 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-A7 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A7 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Portrait photography details
Nikon 1 J3 Portrait photography details
82
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection focus
supports RAW files
58
you can focus manually
good megapixels (14MP)
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
external flash not possible
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Street photography details
Nikon 1 J3 Street photography details
80
screen can move to multiple angles
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
includes focus via touch
does not have image stabilization
70
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than average (201 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-A7
Sports photography with Nikon 1 J3
72
silent mode (1/32,000s)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
better than average battery pack (440 shots)
has phase detect auto focus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
57
quiet shutter (1/16,000s)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
includes tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery pack (220 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-A7
Travel photography with Nikon 1 J3
88
better than average battery pack (440 shots)
supports bluetooth
includes focus via touch
megapixel count decent (24MP)
flash built-in
screen is selfie friendly
69
lighter than average (201g)
good megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
terrible battery pack (220 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Landscape photography highlights
Nikon 1 J3 Landscape photography highlights
80
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
bigger than average screen (3.5")
megapixel count decent (24MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
better than average battery pack (440 shots)
does not have image stabilization
64
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery pack (220 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A7 Vlogging features
Nikon 1 J3 Vlogging features
81
screen is selfie friendly
screen is touchscreen
comes with face detection focus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has external microphone jack
does not have image stabilization
30
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (201 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-A7 vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A7 and Nikon 1 J3
 Fujifilm X-A7Nikon 1 J3
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-A7 Nikon 1 J3
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2019-09-11 2013-11-30
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 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, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 4608 x 3072
Max native ISO 12800 6400
Max enhanced ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 100 160
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 425 135
Cross focus points - 41
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Nikon 1
Number of lenses 54 13
Crop factor 1.5 2.7
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.5" 3"
Display resolution 2,760k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000s 1/16000s
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames/s 15.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m (at ISO 100) 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, forced, slow synchro, 2nd curtain, commander, suppressed) Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180s 1/60s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 320g (0.71 lb) 201g (0.44 lb)
Physical dimensions 119 x 68 x 41mm (4.7" 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 440 pictures 220 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S EN-EL20
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $700 $170