Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Lets take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Nikon 1 AW1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-T30 was released 5 years after the 1 AW1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 AW1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-T30 grades against the 1 AW1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-T30 and Nikon 1 AW1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 has got exterior measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Nikon 1 AW1 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T30 versus Nikon 1 AW1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 against the 1 AW1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-T30 and 1 AW1 is 82 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 and 1 AW1.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-T30 will show more detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.