Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 AW1
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 AW1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
- Announced June 2012
- Replacement is Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 356g - 114 x 72 x 37mm
- Introduced September 2013

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 AW1 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Nikon 1 AW1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and the 1 AW1 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") posses totally different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was launched 14 months prior to the 1 AW1 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 grades vs the 1 AW1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro1 & Nikon 1 AW1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery & Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Nikon 1 AW1
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 1 AW1 | |||
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Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+309k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 AW1 over the Fujifilm X-Pro1
1 AW1 | Fujifilm X-Pro1 | |||
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Introduced | September 2013 | ![]() | June 2012 | More modern by 14 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon 1 AW1
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | 1 AW1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 AW1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 enjoys exterior measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") along with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) and the Nikon 1 AW1 has dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Nikon 1 AW1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 compared to the 1 AW1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and 1 AW1 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 AW1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and 1 AW1.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-Pro1 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 AW1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-Pro1 | Nikon 1 AW1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-Pro1 | Nikon 1 AW1 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-06-28 | 2013-09-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR Pro | EXPEED 3A |
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 | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4608 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 135 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 60.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Fill flash, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye w/slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/60 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 240 (400 fps), 320 x 120 (1200 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 450 gr (0.99 lbs) | 356 gr (0.78 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") | 114 x 72 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 51 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 428 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 220 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $1,169 | $0 |