Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
- Released February 2013
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Launched June 2021

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and Z fc (21MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E1 was released 9 years before the Z fc which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores versus the Z fc in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E1 and Nikon Z fc. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Nikon Z fc Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-E1 | Z fc |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Fujifilm X-E1
Z fc | Fujifilm X-E1 | |||
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Launched | June 2021 | ![]() | February 2013 | Newer by 101 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Nikon Z fc
Fujifilm X-E1 | Z fc | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E1 has physical 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 Z fc has dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus the Z fc.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and Z fc is 85 and 79 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The pic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Z fc.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon Z fc to show extra detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 will be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Nikon Z fc Specifications
Fujifilm X-E1 | Nikon Z fc | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E1 | Nikon Z fc |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-02-28 | 2021-06-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Pro | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 21 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5568 x 3712 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 209 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Nikon Z |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 21 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 gr (0.77 pounds) | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 300 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | W126 | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $600 | $949 |