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Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V1

The Fujifilm X-A5 and the Nikon 1 V1 are two digital cameras that were announced, respectively, in January 2018 and September 2011. Both the X-A5 and the V1 are mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras that are based on an APS-C (X-A5) and an one-inch (V1) sensor. The Fujifilm has a resolution of 24 megapixels, whereas the Nikon provides 10 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Fujifilm X-A5
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Nikon 1 V1
Fujifilm X-A5   Nikon 1 V1
Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Fujifilm X mount lenses Nikon 1 mount lenses
24 MP – APS-C sensor 10 MP – 1" sensor
4K/15p Video 1080/60i Video
ISO 200-12,800 (200 - 51,200) ISO 100-3,200 (100 - 6,400)
No viewfinder, LCD framing Electronic viewfinder (1440k dots)
3.0" LCD – 1040k dots 3.0" LCD – 921k dots
Tilting touchscreen Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive)
6 shutter flaps per second 10 shutter flaps per second
450 shots per battery charge350 shots per battery charge
117 x 68 x 40 mm, 361 g 113 x 76 x 44 mm, 383 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Fujifilm X-A5 and the Nikon 1 V1? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The physical size and weight of the Fujifilm X-A5 and the Nikon 1 V1 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive views from the front, the top, and the rear side are shown. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The X-A5 can be obtained in three different colors (silver, brown, pink), while the V1 is only available in black.

Size Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V1
Compare X-A5 versus V1 top
Comparison X-A5 or V1 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Nikon 1 V1 is notably larger (8 percent) than the Fujifilm X-A5. Moreover, the V1 is markedly heavier (6 percent) than the X-A5. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the X-A5 nor the V1 are weather-sealed.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Hence, you might want to study and compare the specifications of available lenses in order to get the full picture of the size and weight of the two camera systems.

Concerning battery life, the X-A5 gets 450 shots out of its Fujifilm NP-W126S battery, while the V1 can take 350 images on a single charge of its Nikon EN-EL15 power pack. The power pack in the X-A5 can be charged via the USB port, so that it is not always necessary to take the battery charger along when travelling.

The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options.

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Body Specifications
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Fujifilm X-A5 117 mm 68 mm 40 mm 361 g 450 i Jan 2018 US$ 399ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V1 113 mm 76 mm 44 mm 383 g 350 i Sep 2011 US$ 799ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A2 117 mm 67 mm 40 mm 350 g 410 i Jan 2015 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A3 117 mm 67 mm 40 mm 339 g 410 i Aug 2016 US$ 399ebay.com
5.
 
Fujifilm X-A7 119 mm 68 mm 41 mm 320 g 440 i Sep 2019 US$ 499ebay.com
6.
 
Fujifilm X-A10 117 mm 67 mm 40 mm 331 g 410 i Dec 2016 US$ 399ebay.com
7.
 
Fujifilm X-E3 121 mm 74 mm 43 mm 337 g 350 i Sep 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T20 118 mm 83 mm 41 mm 383 g 350 i Jan 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T30 118 mm 83 mm 47 mm 383 g 380 i Feb 2019 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T100 121 mm 83 mm 47 mm 448 g 430 i May 2018 US$ 599ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T200 121 mm 84 mm 55 mm 370 g 270 i Jan 2020 US$ 699ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V2 109 mm 82 mm 46 mm 278 g 310 i Oct 2012 US$ 799ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V3 111 mm 65 mm 33 mm 381 g 310 i Mar 2014 US$ 799ebay.com
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Nikon D3500 124 mm 97 mm 70 mm 415 g 1550 i Aug 2018 US$ 429ebay.com
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Panasonic G2 124 mm 84 mm 74 mm 428 g 360 i Mar 2010 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G10 124 mm 84 mm 74 mm 388 g 380 i Mar 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic GX1 116 mm 68 mm 39 mm 318 g 320 i Nov 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The X-A5 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 50 percent) than the V1, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be more expensive and lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Fujifilm X-A5 features an APS-C sensor and the Nikon 1 V1 an one-inch sensor. The sensor area in the V1 is 69 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.5 and 2.7. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Fujifilm X-A5 and Nikon 1 V1 sensor measures

With 24MP, the X-A5 offers a higher resolution than the V1 (10MP), but the X-A5 nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 3.92μm versus 3.41μm for the V1) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the X-A5 is a much more recent model (by 6 years and 4 months) than the V1, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixels.

The resolution advantage of the Fujifilm X-A5 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the X-A5 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 30 x 20 inches or 76.2 x 50.8 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 24 x 16 inches or 61 x 40.6 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 20 x 13.3 inches or 50.8 x 33.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Nikon 1 V1 are 19.4 x 13 inches or 49.2 x 32.9 cm for good quality, 15.5 x 10.4 inches or 39.3 x 26.3 cm for very good quality, and 12.9 x 8.6 inches or 32.8 x 21.9 cm for excellent quality prints.

The X-A5 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

The Fujifilm X-A5 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 200 to ISO 12800, which can be extended to ISO 200-51200. The corresponding ISO settings for the Nikon 1 V1 are ISO 100 to ISO 3200, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-6400.

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

X-A5 versus V1 MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service assesses and scores the color depth ("DXO Portrait"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports") of camera sensors, and also publishes an overall camera score. The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.

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Fujifilm X-A5 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.3180082
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Nikon 1 V1 1-inch 10.0 3872 25921080/60i21.311.034654
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Fujifilm X-A2 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/30p23.612.8151579
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Fujifilm X-A3 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.813.1166381
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Fujifilm X-A7 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p24.113.6195584
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Fujifilm X-A10 APS-C 16.0 4896 32641080/30p23.913.2169181
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Fujifilm X-E3 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p23.913.3176482
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Fujifilm X-T20 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p23.913.2170481
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Fujifilm X-T30 APS-C 26.0 6240 41604K/30p24.113.5189583
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Fujifilm X-T100 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/15p24.013.4182983
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Fujifilm X-T200 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p24.113.6199184
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Nikon 1 V2 1-inch 14.2 4608 30721080/60p20.210.840350
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Nikon 1 V3 1-inch 18.2 5232 34881080/60p20.810.738452
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Nikon D3500 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.013.4185183
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Panasonic G2 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 3000720/30p21.210.349353
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Panasonic G10 Four Thirds 12.0 4000 3000720/30p21.210.141152
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Panasonic GX1 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34481080/60p20.810.670355
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, but the X-A5 provides a higher video resolution than the V1. It can shoot video footage at 4K/15p, while the Nikon is limited to 1080/60i.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. For example, the V1 has an electronic viewfinder (1440k dots), which can be very helpful when shooting in bright sunlight. In contrast, the X-A5 relies on live view and the rear LCD for framing. The table below summarizes some of the other core capabilities of the Fujifilm X-A5 and Nikon 1 V1 in connection with corresponding information for a sample of similar cameras.

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Speed *
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Stab
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Fujifilm X-A5i i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Nikon 1 V11440 i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 10.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-A2i i3.0 / 920 tilting i 1/4000s 5.6/s i i
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Fujifilm X-A3i i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-A7i i3.5 / 2760 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-A10i i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-E32360 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T202360 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T302360 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T1002360 i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T2002360 i3.5 / 2780 swivel i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Nikon 1 V21440 i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 15.0/s i i
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Nikon 1 V3optional i3.0 / 1037 tilting i 1/4000s 60.0/s i i
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Nikon D3500optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Panasonic G21440 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/4000s 2.6/s i i
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Panasonic G10202 i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 2.6/s i i
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Panasonic GX1optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 4.2/s i i
Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
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One difference between the cameras concerns the presence of an on-board flash. The X-A5 has one, while the V1 does not. While the built-in flash of the X-A5 is not very powerful, it can at times be useful as a fill-in light.

The X-A5 has an articulated LCD that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in snapping selfies. In contrast, the V1 does not have a selfie-screen.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, both cameras under consideration feature an electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Fujifilm X-A5 and the Nikon 1 V1 both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the X-A5 and the V1 write their files to SDXC cards. Both cameras can use UHS-I cards, which provide for Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 104 MB/s.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Fujifilm X-A5 and Nikon 1 V1 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Fujifilm X-A5istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Nikon 1 V1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-A2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-A3istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-A7istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-A10istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-E3istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-T20istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-T30istereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Fujifilm X-T100istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-T200istereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Nikon 1 V2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon 1 V3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
14.
 
Nikon D3500imono / monoiimini2.0iii
15.
 
Panasonic G2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic G10imono / iiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GX1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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It is notable that the X-A5 has a hotshoe, while the V1 does not. This socket makes it possible to easily attach optional accessories, such as an external flash gun.

Both the X-A5 and the V1 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The V1 was replaced by the Nikon 1 V2, while the X-A5 does not have a direct successor. Further information on the features and operation of the X-A5 and V1 can be found, respectively, in the Fujifilm X-A5 Manual (free pdf) or the online Nikon 1 V1 Manual.

Review summary

So what is the bottom line? Which of the two cameras – the Fujifilm X-A5 or the Nikon 1 V1 – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Advantages of the Fujifilm X-A5:

  • More detail: Offers more megapixels (24 vs 10MP) with a 55% higher linear resolution.
  • Better image quality: Features a larger and more technologically advanced imaging sensor.
  • Richer colors: The sensor size advantage translates into images with better, more accurate colors.
  • More dynamic range: Larger sensor captures a wider spectrum of light and dark details.
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Larger sensor produces good images even in poorly lit environments.
  • Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/15p vs 1080/60i).
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • Better sound: Can connect to an external microphone for higher quality sound recording.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1040k vs 921k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
  • Fewer buttons to press: Is equipped with a touch-sensitive rear screen to facilitate handling.
  • More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
  • Longer lasting: Can take more shots (450 versus 350) on a single battery charge.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Easier fill-in: Is equipped with a small onboard flash to brighten deep shadow areas.
  • Better lighting: Features a hotshoe and can thus hold and trigger an external flash gun.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (50 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More modern: Reflects 6 years and 4 months of technical progress since the V1 launch.

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Reasons to prefer the Nikon 1 V1:

  • Easier framing: Has an electronic viewfinder for image composition and settings control.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (10 vs 6 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been around for much longer (launched in September 2011).

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the X-A5 is the clear winner of the match-up (20 : 3 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional sports photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a street photog, and a person interested in family portraits has distinct needs from a landscape shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

X-A5 20:03 V1

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Fujifilm X-A5 and the Nikon 1 V1 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it remains partial and cannot reveal, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance when actually working with the X-A5 or the V1. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is why expert reviews are important. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Fujifilm X-A5..+4.1/5..4/53.5/5 Jan 2018 US$ 399ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V1..+..69/1004.5/54/5 Sep 2011 US$ 799ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A24/5......4.5/54.5/5 Jan 2015 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A3......74/1004.5/54/5 Aug 2016 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A73/5..3.5/581/1004/53.5/5 Sep 2019 US$ 499ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-A10........4/54/5 Dec 2016 US$ 399ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-E34.5/5+4.5/584/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T205/5+ +5/582/1005/54.5/5 Jan 2017 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T305/5+ +5/584/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2019 US$ 899ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T1004/5+4.5/579/1004/54.5/5 May 2018 US$ 599ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T2003.5/5..4/582/1004/54.5/5 Jan 2020 US$ 699ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V23/5......4.5/54/5 Oct 2012 US$ 799ebay.com
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Nikon 1 V33/5....76/1004.5/54/5 Mar 2014 US$ 799ebay.com
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Nikon D35004/5..4/575/1004/54.5/5 Aug 2018 US$ 429ebay.com
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Panasonic G2......72/1004/54.5/5 Mar 2010 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G103/5....70/1004/54/5 Mar 2010 US$ 499ebay.com
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Panasonic GX13/5+..77/1004.5/54.5/5 Nov 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparisons of ratings among very different cameras or across long time periods have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Fujifilm X-A5 vs Nikon 1 V1

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Fujifilm X-A5 Nikon 1 V1
Camera Type Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens Fujifilm X mount lenses Nikon 1 mount lenses
Launch Date January 2018 September 2011
Launch Price USD 399 USD 799
Sensor Specs Fujifilm X-A5 Nikon 1 V1
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor 1" Sensor
Sensor Size 23.5 x 15.7 mm 13.2 x 8.8 mm
Sensor Area 368.95 mm2 116.16 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 28.3 mm 15.9 mm
Crop Factor 1.5x 2.7x
Sensor Resolution 24 Megapixels 10 Megapixels
Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 pixels 3872 x 2592 pixels
Pixel Pitch 3.92 μm 3.41 μm
Pixel Density 6.50 MP/cm2 8.64 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability 4K/15p Video 1080/60i Video
ISO Setting 200 - 12,800 ISO 100 - 3,200 ISO
ISO Boost 200 - 51,200 ISO 100 - 6,400 ISO
DXO Sensor Quality (score) .. 54
DXO Color Depth (bits) .. 21.3
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) .. 11
DXO Low Light (ISO) .. 346
Screen Specs Fujifilm X-A5 Nikon 1 V1
Viewfinder Type no viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100%
Viewfinder Resolution 1440k dots
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 1040k dots 921k dots
LCD Attachment Tilting screen Fixed screen
Touch Input Touchscreen no Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Fujifilm X-A5 Nikon 1 V1
Focus System On-Sensor Phase-detect Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing AidFocus Peakingno Peaking Feature
Continuous Shooting 6 shutter flaps/s 10 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterup to 1/32000sup to 1/16000s
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inIntervalometer built-in
Fill Flash Built-in Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
UHS card support UHS-I UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Fujifilm X-A5 Nikon 1 V1
External Flash Hotshoe no Hotshoe
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port micro HDMI mini HDMI
Microphone Port External MIC port no MIC socket
Wifi Support Wifi built-in no Wifi
Bluetooth Support Bluetooth built-in no Bluetooth
Body Specs Fujifilm X-A5 Nikon 1 V1
Battery Type Fujifilm NP-W126S Nikon EN-EL15
Battery Life (CIPA)450 shots per charge350 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging USB charging no USB charging
Body Dimensions 117 x 68 x 40 mm
(4.6 x 2.7 x 1.6 in)
113 x 76 x 44 mm
(4.4 x 3.0 x 1.7 in)
Camera Weight 361 g (12.7 oz) 383 g (13.5 oz)
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