Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Announced February 2019
- Old Model is Fujifilm X-T20
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Released June 2013
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 S2

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1 Overview
The following is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") use totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-T30 was unveiled 5 years after the 1 S1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X-T30 matches up vs the 1 S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-T30 and Nikon 1 S1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery and Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Nikon 1 S1
Fujifilm X-T30 | 1 S1 | |||
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Released | February 2019 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 69 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Fujifilm X-T30
1 S1 | Fujifilm X-T30 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Nikon 1 S1
Fujifilm X-T30 | 1 S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T30 has got outer measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S1 has proportions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 compared to the 1 S1.

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

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T30 and 1 S1.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-T30 will show more detail having an extra 16 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-T30 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Nikon 1 S1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-T30 | Nikon 1 S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm X-T30 | Nikon 1 S1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2019-02-14 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | X-Processor 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 54 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0 frames per second | 15.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/60 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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 | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) | 197 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 397 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126S | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $899 | $231 |