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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1

Portability
80
Imaging
57
Features
52
Overall
55
Fujifilm X-Pro1 front
 
Nikon 1 S1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
41
Features
56
Overall
47

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
  • Announced June 2012
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-Pro2
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
  • Launched June 2013
  • Refreshed by Nikon 1 S2
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was released 11 months before the 1 S1 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 matches up against the 1 S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Nikon 1 S1

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 1 S1 
Screen resolution1230k460kClearer screen (+770k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Fujifilm X-Pro1

 1 S1 Fujifilm X-Pro1 
LaunchedJune 2013June 2012More modern by 11 months

Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon 1 S1

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 1 S1 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurements
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 features outer dimensions of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 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).

Examine the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 against the 1 S1.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and 1 S1 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and 1 S1.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-Pro1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Portrait photography factors
Nikon 1 S1 Portrait photography factors
74
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
48
manual focus
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW files
cannot use external flash
low resolution (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Street photography highlights
Nikon 1 S1 Street photography highlights
64
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
69
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition (197g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sports photography advice
Nikon 1 S1 Sports photography advice
45
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
bad battery life (300 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
49
quiet shutter (1/16,000s)
sensor size is decent (1")
offers tracking focus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
low resolution (10MP)
low battery life (220 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Travel photography features
Nikon 1 S1 Travel photography features
53
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
missing Timelapse recording
bad battery life (300 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
61
lighter than competition (197 grams)
has built in flash
low battery life (220 per charge)
low resolution (10MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Landscape photography info
Nikon 1 S1 Landscape photography info
65
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
delivers RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
bad battery life (300 CIPA)
missing Timelapse recording
56
manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW files
no image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
low battery life (220 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon 1 S1 as a Vlogging camera
26
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
missing external microphone port
30
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (197 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
does not have mic jack
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Nikon 1 S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Nikon 1 S1
 Fujifilm X-Pro1Nikon 1 S1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-Pro1 Nikon 1 S1
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2012-06-28 2013-06-21
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Pro -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4896 x 3264 3872 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 6400 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 135
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Nikon 1
Available lenses 54 13
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Fastest quiet shutter speed - 1/16000s
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames/s 15.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/180s 1/60s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 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 data format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 450 gr (0.99 lb) 197 gr (0.43 lb)
Physical dimensions 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" 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 300 photos 220 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 EN-EL20
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots One One
Price at release $1,169 $231