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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Nikon 1 S1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
41
Features
56
Overall
47

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Launched September 2017
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Updated by Fujifilm X-E4
Nikon 1 S1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
  • Revealed June 2013
  • Later Model is Nikon 1 S2
Photography Glossary

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") posses different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was announced 4 years after the 1 S1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades versus the 1 S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Nikon 1 S1

 Fujifilm X-E3 1 S1 
RevealedSeptember 2017June 2013Newer by 52 months
Screen resolution1040k460kCrisper screen (+580k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 1 S1 Fujifilm X-E3 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon 1 S1

 Fujifilm X-E3 1 S1 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurements
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E3 has outside measurements of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S1 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Nikon 1 S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 against the 1 S1.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E3 and 1 S1 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E3 and 1 S1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E3 will produce greater detail with its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Portrait photography with Nikon 1 S1
80
you can focus manually
decent MP (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
48
focusing manually
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
no external flash support
resolution not great (10MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Street photography with Nikon 1 S1
72
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
has focus via touch
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
69
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than average (197g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon 1 S1 as a Sports photography camera
75
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
decent MP (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
49
quiet shooting (1/16,000s)
decent sensor size (1")
provides tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (10MP)
not so great battery pack (220 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography details
Nikon 1 S1 Travel photography details
77
connects via bluetooth
has focus via touch
decent MP (24 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
61
lighter than average (197g)
has built in flash
not so great battery pack (220 shots)
resolution not great (10 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-E3
Landscape photography with Nikon 1 S1
79
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
56
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
decent sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (10MP)
not so great battery pack (220 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-E3
Vlogging with Nikon 1 S1
37
touchscreen functionality
includes face detect autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has mic jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
30
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (197g)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
lack of external microphone port
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon 1 S1
 Fujifilm X-E3Nikon 1 S1
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-E3 Nikon 1 S1
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2017-09-07 2013-06-21
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor III -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III 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 24 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 3872 x 2592
Highest native ISO 12800 12800
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 -
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
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 325 135
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Nikon 1
Number of lenses 54 13
Crop factor 1.5 2.7
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 1,040k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/16000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames per second 15.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 5.00 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max 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 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 337g (0.74 pounds) 197g (0.43 pounds)
Physical dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 56
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.4
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.1
DXO Low light score not tested 397
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 220 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S EN-EL20
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $700 $231