Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon D750
This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon D750. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Fujifilm X-A1 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D750 is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.
Fujifilm X-A1 were released 2013 and Nikon D750 was released 2014. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Fujifilm X-A1 | 2013 |
Nikon D750 | 2014 |
Type of camera
Fujifilm X-A1 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D750 is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A1 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D750 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Fujifilm X-A1 | 75 mm Fujifilm sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Nikon D750 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Resolution
Fujifilm X-A1 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D750 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
16 MP
15980544 pixels 4896 x 3264 |
Nikon D750 |
24 MP
24160256 pixels 6016 x 4016 |
Nikon D750 has a 51 % larger resolution than Fujifilm X-A1. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon D750 has a larger ISO-range than Fujifilm X-A1. Nikon D750 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 12800 while Fujifilm X-A1 has 200 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Fujifilm X-A1 | 200-6400 |
Nikon D750 | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Fujifilm X-A1
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D750
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A1 can shoot up to 5,6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D750 can shoot up to 6,5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Fujifilm X-A1 | 5,6 |
Nikon D750 | 6,5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon D750 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon D750 weighs 750 gr (equal to 1.65 lb) which is 127% heavier than Fujifilm X-A1 and its 330 gr (or 0.73 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Fujifilm X-A1 | 330 gr 0.73 lb |
Nikon D750 | 750 gr 1.65 lb |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Nikon D750 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A1 and Nikon D750, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Name | Fujifilm X-A1 | Nikon D750 |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Release Year | 2013 | 2014 |
Release Date | 2013-09-17 | 2014-09-12 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 2299 USD |
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Camera Type |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4896 x 3264 pixels | 6016 x 4016 pixels |
Megapixels | 16 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXR Processor II | EXPEED 4 |
Image |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
ISO Range | 200 - 6400 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 12 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 49 | 51 |
Lens Mount |
Fujifilm X See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3,2” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 1229000 |
Touch screen | No | No |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT-LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | N/A |
Photography features |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Frames per second | 5,6 fps | 6,5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 7 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Average |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Geotagging setup, Image transfer (Individual image / Selected multiple images), View & Obt |
Yes Built-in |
Remote Control |
Optional through RR-90 (sold separately)
|
Yes (Wired or wireless) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional through GP-1/GP-1A |
Body & Dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A1 |
Nikon D750 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-W126 battery and BC-W126 charger
|
EN-EL15 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 350 shots | 1230 shots |
Width | 117 mm | 141 mm |
Height | 67 mm | 113 mm |
Depth | 39 mm | 78 mm |
Weight | 330 gram | 750 gram |