Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 J1

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Nikon 1 J1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and 1 J1 (1") offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was revealed 14 months after the 1 J1 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades against the 1 J1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 & Nikon 1 J1. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 has got physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J1 has proportions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 compared to the 1 J1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and 1 J1 is 85 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and 1 J1.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm X-E1 will offer greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E1 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.