Fujifilm X-S10 vs Nikon 1 S1

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm X-S10 versus Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-S10 (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") provide totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-S10 was revealed 7 years after the 1 S1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-S10 matches up vs the 1 S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-S10 & Nikon 1 S1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery & Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-S10 has outer 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 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S10 vs the 1 S1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S10 and 1 S1 is 73 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-S10 and 1 S1.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S10 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-S10 will offer greater detail because of its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-S10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.