Canon R100 vs Nikon 1 J5

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon R100 versus Nikon 1 J5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the R100 (24MP) and the 1 J5 (21MP) is pretty comparable but the R100 (APS-C) and 1 J5 (1") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R100 was brought out 8 years after the 1 J5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon R100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 J5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the R100 matches up vs the 1 J5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R100 and Nikon 1 J5. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon R100 Gallery and Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon R100 features physical dimensions of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J5 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Analyze the Canon R100 versus Nikon 1 J5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the R100 vs the 1 J5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R100 and 1 J5 is 76 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the R100 and 1 J5.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The R100 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon R100 will provide extra detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern R100 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.