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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
56
Overall
46
Nikon 1 J1 front
 
Sigma fp L front
Portability
83
Imaging
83
Features
80
Overall
81

Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs

Nikon 1 J1
(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
Sigma fp L
(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
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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.

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Sigma fp L

 1 J1 fp L 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Nikon 1 J1

 fp L 1 J1 
AnnouncedMarch 2021January 2012More recent by 111 months
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k460kCrisper screen (+1640k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Sigma fp L

 1 J1 fp L 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon 1 J1 Portrait photography factors
Sigma fp L Portrait photography factors
48
manual focus
sensor size is good (1")
delivers RAW files
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
89
has manual focus
amazing MP (61 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon 1 J1 Street photography details
Sigma fp L Street photography details
69
sensor size is good (1")
delivers RAW files
lighter than average in class (234 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
78
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW files
has focus by touch
environment proofing
good high ISO (25,600)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon 1 J1 Sports photography info
Sigma fp L Sports photography info
48
silent shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor size is good (1")
provides tracking focus
sensor has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
bad battery life (230 shots)
79
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
amazing MP (61MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
not so great battery pack (240 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon 1 J1
Travel photography with Sigma fp L
60
lighter than average in class (234 grams)
built-in flash
bad battery life (230 per charge)
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
73
environment proofing
has focus by touch
amazing MP (61MP)
not so great battery pack (240 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon 1 J1 Landscape photography details
Sigma fp L Landscape photography details
56
manual focus
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
sensor size is good (1")
delivers RAW files
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
bad battery life (230 CIPA)
81
has manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inch)
amazing MP (61MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
environment proofing
no image stabilization
not so great battery pack (240 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon 1 J1 Vlogging information
Sigma fp L Vlogging information
30
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average in class (234 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
missing mic port
38
touchscreen enabled
supports face detect focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sigma fp L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 J1 and Sigma fp L
 Nikon 1 J1Sigma fp L
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