Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony A6500
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony A6500 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
- Renewed by Nikon 1 J2
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 453g - 120 x 67 x 53mm
- Launched October 2016
- Succeeded the Sony A6300
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony A6500 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony A6500, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and A6500 (24MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and A6500 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1 J1 was revealed 5 years prior to the A6500 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the 1 J1 matches up against the A6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony A6500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J1 & Sony Alpha a6500. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery & Sony A6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Sony A6500
1 J1 | A6500 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6500 over the Nikon 1 J1
A6500 | 1 J1 | |||
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Launched | October 2016 | January 2012 | More modern by 57 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Sony A6500
1 J1 | A6500 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony A6500 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J1 features 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) and the Sony A6500 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).
See the Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony A6500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 J1 versus the A6500.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J1 and A6500 is 91 and 81 respectively.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony A6500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J1 and A6500.
All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 J1 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A6500 will provide extra detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony A6500 Specifications
Nikon 1 J1 | Sony Alpha a6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon 1 J1 | Sony Alpha a6500 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-01-20 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 135 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 13 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/60 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 234 grams (0.52 lb) | 453 grams (1.00 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 120 x 67 x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 56 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | 24.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 13.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 372 | 1405 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | 350 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL20 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $625 | $1,298 |