Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Nikon 1 AW1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was manufactured 6 years after the 1 AW1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 matches up versus the 1 AW1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Nikon 1 AW1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 has got outside dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Nikon 1 AW1 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Nikon 1 AW1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 compared to the 1 AW1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and 1 AW1 is 78 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and 1 AW1.

As you can see, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 will produce more detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-Pro3 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.