Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 V2
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
- Released September 2017
- Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E2S
- Successor is Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Launched October 2012
- Old Model is Nikon 1 V1
- Later Model is Nikon 1 V3

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Nikon 1 V2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and 1 V2 (1") offer different sensor sizes.

The Fujifilm X-E3 was released 4 years after the 1 V2 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-E3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades against the 1 V2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon 1 V2. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Nikon 1 V2
Fujifilm X-E3 | 1 V2 | |||
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Launched | September 2017 | ![]() | October 2012 | More modern by 60 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Fujifilm X-E3
1 V2 | Fujifilm X-E3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Nikon 1 V2
Fujifilm X-E3 | 1 V2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E3 features external dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V2 has measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Nikon 1 V2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 compared to the 1 V2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and 1 V2 is 85 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and 1 V2.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E3 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-E3 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-E3 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E3 | Nikon 1 V2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E3 | Nikon 1 V2 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2017-09-07 | 2012-10-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor III | Expeed 3A |
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 area | 368.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 325 | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Available lenses | 54 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0fps | 15.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lbs) | 278 gr (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 403 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 310 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126S | EN-EL21 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $700 | $599 |