Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon 1 V2
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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
- Released September 2018
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T2
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T4
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Announced October 2012
- Older Model is Nikon 1 V1
- Updated by Nikon 1 V3

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon 1 V2, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-T3 (APS-C) and 1 V2 (1") offer different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-T3 was introduced 5 years later than the 1 V2 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T3 matches up versus the 1 V2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T3 & Nikon 1 V2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T3 Gallery & Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Nikon 1 V2
Fujifilm X-T3 | 1 V2 | |||
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Announced | September 2018 | ![]() | October 2012 | Fresher by 72 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Fujifilm X-T3
1 V2 | Fujifilm X-T3 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T3 and Nikon 1 V2
Fujifilm X-T3 | 1 V2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T3 enjoys physical dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") having a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V2 has dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).
See the Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon 1 V2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-T3 and the 1 V2.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T3 and 1 V2 is 71 and 85 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T3 and 1 V2.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T3 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm X-T3 will give greater detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X-T3 vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T3 | Nikon 1 V2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-T3 | Nikon 1 V2 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2018-09-06 | 2012-10-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | X-Processor 4 | Expeed 3A |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4608 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 54 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.75x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0fps | 15.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 539g (1.19 lbs) | 278g (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 403 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 390 photos | 310 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | EN-EL21 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,500 | $599 |