Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sigma fp L
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sigma fp L 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)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Succeeded the Sigma fp

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sigma fp L Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Sigma fp L, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and fp L (61MP) and the 1 AW1 (1") and fp L (Full frame) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The 1 AW1 was announced 8 years earlier than the fp L and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1 AW1 scores versus the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 AW1 & Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 AW1 over the Sigma fp L
1 AW1 | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Nikon 1 AW1
fp L | 1 AW1 | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | ![]() | September 2013 | Fresher by 91 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper display (+1179k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 AW1 and Sigma fp L
1 AW1 | fp L | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 AW1 has got outer measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Sigma fp L in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 AW1 against the fp L.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 AW1 and fp L is 86 and 83 respectively.

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 AW1 and fp L.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 AW1 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sigma fp L will offer greater detail with its extra 47 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older 1 AW1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Nikon 1 AW1 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon 1 AW1 | Sigma fp L |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-09-19 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXPEED 3A | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 9520 x 6328 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Leica L |
Total lenses | 13 | 40 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 2,100 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 60.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Fill flash, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye w/slow sync, off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/60 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 356 gr (0.78 lbs) | 427 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 51 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 428 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 240 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $2,499 |