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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3

Portability
73
Imaging
72
Features
88
Overall
78
Fujifilm X-S10 front
 
Nikon 1 J3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
45
Features
63
Overall
52

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-S10
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 465g - 126 x 85 x 65mm
  • Introduced October 2020
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-S20
Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
  • Announced November 2013
  • Earlier Model is Nikon 1 J2
  • Updated by Nikon 1 J4
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview

Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-S10 versus Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and 1 J3 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") come with different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-S10 was released 6 years later than the 1 J3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 J3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-S10 matches up versus the 1 J3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S10 over the Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-S10 1 J3 
AnnouncedOctober 2020November 2013More recent by 84 months
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1040k921kClearer display (+119k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Fujifilm X-S10

 1 J3 Fujifilm X-S10 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-S10 and Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-S10 1 J3 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Display dimension3"3"Identical display measurements

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S10 enjoys external dimensions of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J3 has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-S10 versus Nikon 1 J3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 vs the 1 J3.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-S10 and 1 J3 is 73 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-S10 and 1 J3.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-S10 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-S10 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-S10 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Portrait photography highlights
Nikon 1 J3 Portrait photography highlights
83
you can focus manually
fantastic MP (26MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
59
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
decent sensor size (1")
exports RAW files
external flash not possible
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Street photography factors
Nikon 1 J3 Street photography factors
75
built in image stabilization
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
comes with touch to focus
more heavy than competition in class (465 grams)
70
decent sensor size (1")
exports RAW files
lighter than others in class (201 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Sports photography highlights
Nikon 1 J3 Sports photography highlights
86
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
max fps high (20.0 frames/s)
built in image stabilization
fantastic MP (26 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking focus
comes with phase detect autofocus
58
silent shutter (1/16,000s)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
decent sensor size (1")
offers tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
low battery power (220 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-S10
Travel photography with Nikon 1 J3
76
supports bluetooth
comes with touch to focus
fantastic MP (26MP)
flash built-in
screen is selfie friendly
more heavy than competition in class (465 grams)
69
lighter than others in class (201g)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
low battery power (220 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-S10
Landscape photography with Nikon 1 J3
86
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization
fantastic MP (26MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
exports RAW formats
64
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen size is good (3")
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
decent sensor size (1")
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
low battery power (220 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-S10 Vlogging advice
Nikon 1 J3 Vlogging advice
77
screen is selfie friendly
touch screen
built in image stabilization
has face detect autofocus
high res video (4096 x 2160 resolution)
does have microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (465 grams)
30
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others in class (201 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
no external microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-S10 and Nikon 1 J3
 Fujifilm X-S10Nikon 1 J3
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-S10 Nikon 1 J3
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2020-10-15 2013-11-30
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6240 x 4160 4608 x 3072
Maximum native ISO 12800 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 -
Min native ISO 160 160
RAW images
Min boosted ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 425 135
Cross focus points - 41
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Nikon 1
Number of lenses 54 13
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.7
Screen
Range of screen Fully articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 1,040k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Highest silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/16000s
Continuous shooting speed 20.0 frames per sec 15.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.00 m (at ISO 200) 5.00 m
Flash options Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/60s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 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 4096x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 465g (1.03 lbs) 201g (0.44 lbs)
Dimensions 126 x 85 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 52
DXO Color Depth score not tested 20.4
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 11.0
DXO Low light score not tested 420
Other
Battery life 325 shots 220 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL20
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $999 $170