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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3

Portability
83
Imaging
68
Features
82
Overall
73
Fujifilm X-T20 front
 
Nikon 1 J3 front
Portability
92
Imaging
45
Features
63
Overall
52

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T20
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Push to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 383g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
  • Launched January 2017
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-T10
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm X-T30
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
  • Launched November 2013
  • Old Model is Nikon 1 J2
  • Replacement is Nikon 1 J4
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview

Here, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and 1 J3 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was introduced 3 years after the 1 J3 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 J3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-T20 scores against the 1 J3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T20 over the Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-T20 1 J3 
LaunchedJanuary 2017November 2013More modern by 39 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Fujifilm X-T20

 1 J3 Fujifilm X-T20 
Display resolution921k920kCrisper display (+1k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon 1 J3

 Fujifilm X-T20 1 J3 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display size3"3"Same display measurements
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T20 provides external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J3 has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 and the 1 J3.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T20 and 1 J3 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T20 and 1 J3.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T20 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T20 will offer you extra detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T20 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Portrait photography info
Nikon 1 J3 Portrait photography info
80
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detection focus
saves RAW files
59
has manual focus
decent MP (14 megapixels)
sensor size is good (1")
supports RAW files
no external flash support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Street photography highlights
Nikon 1 J3 Street photography highlights
78
screen tilts
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
has focus via touch
no image stabilization
70
sensor size is good (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than competitors in class (201 grams)
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Sports photography features
Nikon 1 J3 Sports photography features
75
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
58
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
decent MP (14MP)
sensor size is good (1")
features tracking autofocus
supports phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
low battery pack (220 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Travel photography info
Nikon 1 J3 Travel photography info
76
has focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
built-in flash
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
69
lighter than competitors in class (201 grams)
decent MP (14MP)
has built in flash
low battery pack (220 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-T20
Landscape photography with Nikon 1 J3
79
focusing manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
saves RAW files
no image stabilization
64
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
sensor size is good (1")
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
low battery pack (220 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T20 Vlogging info
Nikon 1 J3 Vlogging info
36
screen is touchscreen
provides face detection focus
great video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has external microphone jack
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
30
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (201 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
no external mic jack
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Fujifilm X-T20 vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T20 and Nikon 1 J3
 Fujifilm X-T20Nikon 1 J3
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm X-T20 Nikon 1 J3
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2017-01-18 2013-11-30
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip X-Processor Pro2 -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 4608 x 3072
Max native ISO 12800 6400
Max enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 200 160
RAW images
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 325 135
Cross focus points - 41
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Nikon 1
Amount of lenses 54 13
Crop factor 1.5 2.7
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 920k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/16000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames/s 15.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.00 m (ISO 100) 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 seconds 1/60 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 383 gr (0.84 pounds) 201 gr (0.44 pounds)
Physical dimensions 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 350 photos 220 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S EN-EL20
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $900 $170