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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3

Portability
85
Imaging
57
Features
73
Overall
63
Fujifilm X-E2 front
 
Nikon 1 J3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
44
Features
63
Overall
51

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Released March 2014
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-E1
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-E2S
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
  • Older Model is Nikon 1 J2
  • Successor is Nikon 1 J4
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-E2 and Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and the 1 J3 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-E2 was manufactured 4 months later than the 1 J3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades versus the 1 J3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-E2 1 J3 
Screen resolution1040k921kSharper screen (+119k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Fujifilm X-E2

 1 J3 Fujifilm X-E2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-E2 1 J3 
LaunchedMarch 2014November 2013Similar generation
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither comes with Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2 comes with physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J3 has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E2 and Nikon 1 J3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus the 1 J3.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E2 and 1 J3 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison

Often, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2 and 1 J3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E2 will resolve more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E2
Portrait photography with Nikon 1 J3
74
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
58
you can focus manually
good resolution (14MP)
nice sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
external flash not possible
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Street photography features
Nikon 1 J3 Street photography features
66
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
70
nice sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
lighter than others in class (201g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon 1 J3 as a Sports photography camera
68
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking focus
supports phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
57
quiet mode (1/16,000s)
good resolution (14MP)
nice sensor size (1")
includes tracking focus
has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
terrible battery (220 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 Travel photography factors
Nikon 1 J3 Travel photography factors
72
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
69
lighter than others in class (201g)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
terrible battery (220 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-E2
Landscape photography with Nikon 1 J3
74
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
64
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
nice sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
no image stabilization
terrible battery (220 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E2 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon 1 J3 as a Vlogging camera
34
has face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with mic socket
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
30
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (201 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
lack of microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E2 and Nikon 1 J3
 Fujifilm X-E2Nikon 1 J3
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-E2 Nikon 1 J3
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2014-03-05 2013-11-30
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4896 x 3264 4608 x 3072
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 200 160
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 49 135
Cross focus points - 41
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Nikon 1
Available lenses 54 13
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.7
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,040k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed - 1/16000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 7.0 frames per second 15.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/60 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350 gr (0.77 lbs) 201 gr (0.44 lbs)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 350 photographs 220 photographs
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model W126 EN-EL20
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots 1 1
Retail pricing $450 $170