Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L 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
- Revealed January 2012
- Successor is Nikon 1 J2
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced March 2021
- Earlier Model is Sigma fp
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Nikon 1 J1 and Sigma fp L, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and fp L (61MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and fp L (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe 1 J1 was revealed 10 years prior to the fp L and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 1 J1 scores versus the fp L when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J1 and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Sigma fp L
1 J1 | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Nikon 1 J1
fp L | 1 J1 | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | January 2012 | More recent by 111 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1640k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Sigma fp L
1 J1 | fp L | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J1 has got physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Nikon 1 J1 and Sigma fp L in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the 1 J1 versus the fp L.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J1 and fp L is 91 and 83 respectively.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J1 and fp L.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 J1 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sigma fp L will deliver greater detail because of its extra 51 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older 1 J1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Nikon 1 J1 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon 1 J1 | Sigma fp L |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-01-20 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 61MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 9520 x 6328 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Leica L |
Available lenses | 13 | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/60 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 234g (0.52 lbs) | 427g (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 372 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 240 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $625 | $2,499 |