Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Released February 2013
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Launched July 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon D3100
- Replacement is Nikon D3300

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and D3200 (24MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E1 was unveiled 8 months after the D3200 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up vs the D3200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E1 and Nikon D3200. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Nikon D3200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Nikon D3200
Fujifilm X-E1 | D3200 | |||
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Launched | February 2013 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Fujifilm X-E1
D3200 | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Nikon D3200
Fujifilm X-E1 | D3200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E1 has got external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3200 has sizing of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 compared to the D3200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and D3200 is 85 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and D3200.
All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon D3200 to offer you greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E1 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon D3200 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E1 | Nikon D3200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E1 | Nikon D3200 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2013-02-28 | 2012-07-25 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Pro | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 6016 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Nikon F |
Number of lenses | 54 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.53x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 lbs) | 505 grams (1.11 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 81 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1131 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 540 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | W126 | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $600 | $530 |