Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2
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![Nikon 1 J1 front Nikon 1 J1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-1-J1.jpg)
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 278g - 109 x 82 x 46mm
- Introduced October 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 V1
- Refreshed by Nikon 1 V3
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon 1 J1 versus Nikon 1 V2, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both are offered by Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and 1 V2 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1").
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The 1 J1 was announced 9 months earlier than the 1 V2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 J1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 1 J1 matches up vs the 1 V2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J1 & Nikon 1 V2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery & Nikon 1 V2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Nikon 1 V2
1 J1 | 1 V2 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V2 over the Nikon 1 J1
1 V2 | 1 J1 | |||
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Introduced | October 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 9 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Nikon 1 V2
1 J1 | 1 V2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J1 has physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V2 has proportions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs).
Look at the Nikon 1 J1 versus Nikon 1 V2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the 1 J1 compared to the 1 V2.
![Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 size comparison Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J1-vs-Nikon-1-V2-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J1 and 1 V2 is 91 and 85 respectively.
![Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J1-vs-Nikon-1-V2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J1 and 1 V2.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon 1 V2 to render more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older 1 J1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-J1-vs-Nikon-1-V2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J1-vs-Nikon-1-V2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Nikon 1 V2 Specifications
Nikon 1 J1 | Nikon 1 V2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon 1 J1 | Nikon 1 V2 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-01-20 | 2012-10-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-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 surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 13 | 13 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/60s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 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 support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 234 grams (0.52 lbs) | 278 grams (0.61 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 109 x 82 x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 56 | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | 372 | 403 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 310 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | EN-EL21 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $625 | $599 |