Canon RP vs Nikon 1 J2

Let's look more in depth at the Canon RP and Nikon 1 J2, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the RP (26MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the RP (Full frame) and 1 J2 (1") posses different sensor sizing.

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The RP was launched 6 years after the 1 J2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon RP being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the RP matches up vs the 1 J2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS RP and Nikon 1 J2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon RP Gallery and Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon RP provides exterior measurements of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J2 has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon RP and Nikon 1 J2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the RP and the 1 J2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the RP and 1 J2 is 70 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The image here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the RP and 1 J2.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RP because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Canon RP will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The newer RP provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.