Nikon 1 AW1 vs Nikon Z fc

Following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon 1 AW1 and Nikon Z fc, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are created by Nikon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and Z fc (21MP) and the 1 AW1 (1") and Z fc (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 AW1 was launched 8 years before the Z fc which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 AW1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 1 AW1 matches up vs the Z fc in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 AW1 & Nikon Z fc. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery & Nikon Z fc Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 AW1 offers external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z fc has sizing of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon 1 AW1 and Nikon Z fc in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 1 AW1 versus the Z fc.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 AW1 and Z fc is 86 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 AW1 and Z fc.

All in all, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 AW1 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon Z fc will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged 1 AW1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.