Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon 1 V1
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Announced September 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Revealed January 2012
- Updated by Nikon 1 V2

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Nikon 1 V1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and 1 V1 (1") use totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-M1 was released 21 months later than the 1 V1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up versus the 1 V1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 & Nikon 1 V1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Nikon 1 V1
Fujifilm X-M1 | 1 V1 | |||
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Revealed | September 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 21 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Fujifilm X-M1
1 V1 | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Nikon 1 V1
Fujifilm X-M1 | 1 V1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-M1 has physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V1 has specifications of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Nikon 1 V1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 and the 1 V1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-M1 and 1 V1 is 87 and 84 respectively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-M1 and 1 V1.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-M1 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-M1 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-M1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Nikon 1 V1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-M1 | Nikon 1 V1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm X-M1 | Nikon 1 V1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-09-17 | 2012-01-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | 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 | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 54 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 pounds) | 383g (0.84 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 350 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $670 |