Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Nikon 1 J3

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Nikon 1 J3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and 1 J3 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") provide different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was launched 5 years after the 1 J3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 matches up versus the 1 J3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Nikon 1 J3. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery and Nikon 1 J3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 features exterior measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J3 has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Nikon 1 J3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus the 1 J3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and 1 J3 is 78 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The image here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and 1 J3.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-Pro3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.