Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Announced February 2013
- New Model is Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 381g - 111 x 65 x 33mm
- Launched March 2014
- Replaced the Nikon 1 V2

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the 1 V3 (18MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and 1 V3 (1") have different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-E1 was released 12 months prior to the 1 V3 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up vs the 1 V3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-E1 and Nikon 1 V3. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Nikon 1 V3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Nikon 1 V3
Fujifilm X-E1 | 1 V3 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V3 over the Fujifilm X-E1
1 V3 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | ![]() | February 2013 | More modern by 12 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+577k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Nikon 1 V3
Fujifilm X-E1 | 1 V3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E1 has got outer measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V3 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the 1 V3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and 1 V3 is 85 and 87 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and 1 V3.
As you can see, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon 1 V3 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon 1 V3 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E1 | Nikon 1 V3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-E1 | Nikon 1 V3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-02-28 | 2014-03-13 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Pro | Expeed 4A |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5232 x 3488 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 171 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 60.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 pounds) | 381g (0.84 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 111 x 65 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 384 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 310 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | W126 | EN-EL20a |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $600 | $997 |