Fujifilm X-A10 vs Nikon D1X

This is a full comparison between the cameras Fujifilm X-A10 and Nikon D1X. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.

Manufacturing

Fujifilm X-A10 is manufacturered by Fujifilm but Nikon D1X is from Nikon. Both Fujifilm and Nikon are well known brands though.

Type of camera

Fujifilm X-A10 is a Mirrorless camera while Nikon D1X is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.

Sensors / crop factor

These cameras have different sensors. Fujifilm X-A10 has a "Fujifilm APS-C"-sensor while Nikon D1X has a "Nikon DX"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.

** 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-A10 has a 16 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon D1X has 5,3 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:

Fujifilm X-A10 has a 171 % larger resolution than Nikon D1X. 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

Fujifilm X-A10 has a larger ISO-range than Nikon D1X. Fujifilm X-A10 has an ISO range that stretches from 200 to 6400 while Nikon D1X has 125 to 800.

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-A10
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D1X

Pictures per second

Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Fujifilm X-A10 can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Nikon D1X can shoot up to 3 pictures per seconds.

Ability to record movies

It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.

When comparing these two cameras there is only one of them that can shoot movies and that is Fujifilm X-A10. Unfortunately Nikon D1X does not support recording movies and movie clips.

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 D1X weighs 1200 gr (equal to 2.65 lb) which is 263% heavier than Fujifilm X-A10 and its 331 gr (or 0.73 lb).

Fujifilm X-A10 vs Nikon D1X Specs

Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Fujifilm X-A10 and Nikon D1X, 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-A10	Nikon D1X
Name	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
Manufacturer	Fujifilm	Nikon
Release Date and Price	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
Release Year	2016	2001
Release Date	2016-12-01	2001-02-05
MSRP	499 USD	4849 USD
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Camera Type	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
Camera Type	Mirrorless	DSLR
Sensor	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
Sensor Size	APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm)	APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX"
Sensor Type	CMOS	CCD
Resolution	4896 x 3264 pixels	3008 x 1960 pixels
Megapixels	16 MP	5,3 MP
Image Processor		Nikon LSI (Large Scale Integration)
Image	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
ISO Range	200 - 6400	125 - 800
White Balance Presets	7	6
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-A10	Nikon D1X
Autofocus Motor	Yes	Yes
Autofocus	Contract Detect (sensor) Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView	Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous
Focus Points	49	5
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	DX / APS-C (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
Screen & Viewfinder	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
Articulated LCD	Tilting	Fixed
Screen size	3”	2”
Screen dots	1040000	130000
Touch screen	No	No
Screen type	180-degree upward-tilting TFT LCD	N/A
Live view	Yes	No
Viewfinder Type	No Viewfinder	Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder Coverage		96%
Viewfinder Magnification		0.8× (0.53× 35mm equiv.)
Viewfinder Resolution	N/A	N/A
Photography features	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
Frames per second	6 fps	3 fps
Minimum Shutter Speed	30 seconds	30 seconds
Maximum Shutter Speed	1/4000 seconds	1/16000 seconds
Built-in Flash	Yes	No
Built-in Flash Range	5 meters	N/A
External Flash	Yes	Yes
Self-Timer	Yes	Yes
Time-lapse	Yes	No
Metering modes	Multi Spot Average	Multi Center Weighted Spot
Exposure Compensation	+/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps)	+/- 5 (at 1/2 EV, 1/3 EV steps)
Videography features	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
Video recording	Yes	No
Video format	H.264	N/A
Video resolution	1280 x 720 1920 x 1080	N/A
Built-in Microphone	Yes	No
Built-in Speakers	Yes	No
Storage	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
Memory Card	SD/SDHC	Compact Flash
Connectivity	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
HDMI Output	Yes	No
Microphone Port	No	No
Headphone Port	No	No
Wireless	Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n)	No
Remote Control	Yes (wired or via smartphone)	Supported
GPS	No	No
Body & Dimensions	Fujifilm X-A10	Nikon D1X
Enviromentally sealed	No	No
Battery	Battery Pack	Battery Pack
Battery Details	NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & charger	Ni-MH Battery Pack EN-4
Battery Life (CIPA)	410 shots	N/A
Width	117 mm	157 mm
Height	67 mm	153 mm
Depth	40 mm	85 mm
Weight	331 gram	1200 gram