Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma DP1s

Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon 1 J1 versus Sigma DP1s, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and DP1s (5MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and DP1s (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J1 was announced 2 years later than the DP1s and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 J1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 1 J1 matches up against the DP1s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J1 and Sigma DP1s. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Sigma DP1s Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J1 offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J1 against the DP1s.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J1 and DP1s is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J1 and DP1s.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 J1 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon 1 J1 will give more detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent 1 J1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.