Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 J5

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon 1 J1 versus Nikon 1 J5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and 1 J5 (21MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1").

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The 1 J1 was announced 4 years prior to the 1 J5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the 1 J1 grades vs the 1 J5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J1 & Nikon 1 J5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery & Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J1 enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J5 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J1 versus Nikon 1 J5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 J1 against the 1 J5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J1 and 1 J5 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J1 and 1 J5.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon 1 J5 to result in extra detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.