Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp

In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sigma. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and fp (25MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and fp (Full frame) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J1 was launched 8 years before the fp and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1 J1 scores against the fp when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J1 and Sigma fp. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J1 offers outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J1 and the fp.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J1 and fp is 91 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J1 and fp.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 J1 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Sigma fp will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older 1 J1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.