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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
91 Imaging
39 Features
56 Overall
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Nikon 1 J1 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80 Imaging
65 Features
89 Overall
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Nikon 1 J1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
  • Revealed January 2012
  • Successor is Nikon 1 J2
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Introduced March 2023
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon 1 J1 and Sony ZV-E1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the 1 J1 (10MP) and the ZV-E1 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the 1 J1 (1") and ZV-E1 (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J1 was announced 12 years prior to the ZV-E1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 1 J1 matches up against the ZV-E1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Sony ZV-E1

          

          

            
 1 J1 ZV-E1 
          

        


        

          

            
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Nikon 1 J1

          

          

            
 ZV-E1 1 J1 
IntroducedMarch 2023January 2012More modern by 136 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1037k460kClearer display (+577k dot)
Selfie screen  Take selfies
Touch friendly display  Easily navigate
          

        


        

          

            
Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Sony ZV-E1

          

          

            
 1 J1 ZV-E1 
Focus manually  Dial precise focus
Display dimensions3"3.00"Equal display dimensions
          

        

        

	
	
	
	

        

          

            
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

          

          

            
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J1 has got outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has measurements of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
Look at the Nikon 1 J1 and Sony ZV-E1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 J1 vs the ZV-E1.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J1 and ZV-E1 is 91 and 80 respectively.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison          

        


        

          

            
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

          

          

            
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J1 and ZV-E1.
Clearly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 J1 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Sony ZV-E1 will give more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

            Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison
          

        


        

          

            
Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

          

          

                      

          Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison        


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Photography Type Scores

          

        

        
Portrait Comparison
Nikon 1 J1 Portrait photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography factors
47
 manual focus
 sensor size is good (1")
 supports RAW files
 cannot use external flash
 MP count low (10 megapixels)
71
 has manual focus
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 supports face detect focus
 delivers RAW files
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison
 Nikon 1 J1 as a Street photography camera
 Sony ZV-E1 as a Street photography camera
69
 sensor size is good (1")
 supports RAW files
 lighter than average in class (234g)
 screen is fixed
 lack of image stabilization
84
 screen articulates
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 delivers RAW files
 supports touch focus
 weather proof
 lighter than competition (483 grams)
 great high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison
Sports photography with Nikon 1 J1
Sports photography with Sony ZV-E1
48
 quiet mode (1/16,000s)
 sensor size is good (1")
 provides tracking autofocus
 has phase detect AF
 lack of image stabilization
 MP count low (10MP)
 bad battery pack (230 CIPA)
71
 quiet mode (1/8,000s)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 supports tracking focus
 weather proof
 better than average battery life (570 CIPA)
 supports phase detect auto focus
 max shutter speed is low (1/s)
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison
Nikon 1 J1 Travel photography details
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography details
60
 lighter than average in class (234g)
 has built in flash
 bad battery pack (230 shots)
 MP count low (10MP)
 does not have selfie friendly display
79
 better than average battery life (570 per charge)
 lighter than competition (483 grams)
 weather proof
 has bluetooth
 supports touch focus
 selfie friendly display
 low megapixels (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison
Nikon 1 J1 Landscape photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Landscape photography factors
55
 manual focus
 interchangeable lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
 screen is a good size (3 inch)
 sensor size is good (1")
 supports RAW files
 lack of image stabilization
 MP count low (10 megapixels)
 bad battery pack (230 shots)
79
 has manual focus
 interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
 screen size is good (3.00")
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 great high ISO (102,400)
 delivers RAW files
 weather proof
 better than average battery life (570 shots)
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison
Nikon 1 J1 Vlogging details
Sony ZV-E1 Vlogging details
30
 video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 lighter than average in class (234 grams)
 does not have selfie friendly display
 lack of image stabilization
 lack of external microphone port
85
 selfie friendly display
 screen is touchscreen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 supports face detect focus
 high res video (3840 x 1920 pxls)
 comes with microphone support
 lighter than competition (483g)
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

          

          

                      


          

            Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 J1 and Sony ZV-E1
 Nikon 1 J1Sony ZV-E1
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Sony
Model Nikon 1 J1 Sony ZV-E1
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2012-01-20 2023-03-29
Physical type 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 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 3:2 and  16:9 3:2 and  16:9
Max resolution 3872 x 2592 4240 x 2832
Max native ISO 6400 102400
Max enhanced ISO - 409600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures    
Min enhanced ISO - 40
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Touch focus    
Continuous AF    
Single AF    
Tracking AF    
Selective AF    
AF center weighted    
AF multi area    
AF live view    
Face detect AF    
Contract detect AF    
Phase detect AF    
Number of focus points 135 759
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon 1 Sony E
Available lenses 13 195
Crop factor 2.7 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 3 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 1,037 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch function    
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s -
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/16000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual mode    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash range 5.00 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain no built-in flash
Hot shoe    
AE bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Fastest flash synchronize 1/60s -
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Supported 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 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x1920
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Microphone support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 234 grams (0.52 lbs) 483 grams (1.06 lbs)
Physical dimensions 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1")
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 images 570 images
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL20 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting   With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $625 $2,198