Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J1

Following is a in-depth review of the Canon M10 versus Nikon 1 J1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the M10 (18MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the M10 (APS-C) and 1 J1 (1") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The M10 was introduced 3 years after the 1 J1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the M10 matches up against the 1 J1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M10 & Nikon 1 J1. The whole galleries are available at Canon M10 Gallery & Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon M10 offers external dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J1 has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Canon M10 versus Nikon 1 J1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the M10 vs the 1 J1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and 1 J1 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M10 and 1 J1.

All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M10 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon M10 will give extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern M10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.