Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Nikon 1 S1

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 II (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was brought out 8 years later than the 1 S1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II scores against the 1 S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Nikon 1 S1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-T30 II has exterior measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 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).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus Nikon 1 S1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II versus the 1 S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and 1 S1 is 82 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and 1 S1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 II because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 II will produce more detail having its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T30 II provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.