Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-S10 and Nikon 1 AW1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-S10 was brought out 7 years after the 1 AW1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 AW1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-S10 matches up vs the 1 AW1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-S10 & Nikon 1 AW1. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery & Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-S10 comes with exterior dimensions of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 AW1 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-S10 and Nikon 1 AW1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 and the 1 AW1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S10 and 1 AW1 is 73 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-S10 and 1 AW1.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S10 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-S10 will show greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-S10 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.