Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon 1 AW1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was revealed 3 years after the 1 AW1 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 AW1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T20 grades vs the 1 AW1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon 1 AW1. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T20 enjoys outer dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Nikon 1 AW1 has measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 vs the 1 AW1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and 1 AW1 is 83 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T20 and 1 AW1.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T20 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-T20 will give extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T20 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.