Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Nikon 1 S1

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Nikon 1 S1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was unveiled 6 years later than the 1 S1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 matches up against the 1 S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-Pro3 & Nikon 1 S1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery & Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 enjoys physical measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S1 has sizing of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-Pro3 versus Nikon 1 S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and the 1 S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and 1 S1 is 78 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and 1 S1.

Plainly, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro3 will deliver extra detail having an extra 16MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-Pro3 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.