Nikon 1 AW1 vs Nikon 1 J1
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Nikon 1 J1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 356g - 114 x 72 x 37mm
- Launched September 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Released January 2012
- Updated by Nikon 1 J2

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Nikon 1 J1 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Nikon 1 J1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1").

The 1 AW1 was unveiled 21 months after the 1 J1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 1 AW1 matches up vs the 1 J1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Nikon 1 J1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 AW1 and Nikon 1 J1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery and Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 AW1 over the Nikon 1 J1
1 AW1 | 1 J1 | |||
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Released | September 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 21 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Nikon 1 AW1
1 J1 | 1 AW1 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 AW1 and Nikon 1 J1
1 AW1 | 1 J1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Nikon 1 J1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 AW1 comes with external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J1 has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
See the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Nikon 1 J1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 AW1 against the 1 J1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 AW1 and 1 J1 is 86 and 91 respectively.

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Nikon 1 J1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 AW1 and 1 J1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon 1 AW1 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern 1 AW1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Nikon 1 J1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Nikon 1 J1 Specifications
Nikon 1 AW1 | Nikon 1 J1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon 1 AW1 | Nikon 1 J1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-09-19 | 2012-01-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXPEED 3A | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 135 | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 13 | 13 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Fill flash, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye w/slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/60 secs | 1/60 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 240 (400 fps), 320 x 120 (1200 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 356 grams (0.78 pounds) | 234 grams (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 72 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 51 | 56 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 428 | 372 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 230 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL20 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $0 | $625 |