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Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Nikon 1 J2 front
 
Nikon 1 V1 front
Portability
84
Imaging
40
Features
68
Overall
51

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Key Specs

Nikon 1 J2
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
  • Revealed August 2012
  • Older Model is Nikon 1 J1
  • Later Model is Nikon 1 J3
Nikon 1 V1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
  • Introduced January 2012
  • Replacement is Nikon 1 V2
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Overview

Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. The resolution of the 1 J2 (10MP) and the 1 V1 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1").

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The 1 J2 was revealed 7 months later than the 1 V1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the 1 J2 matches up against the 1 V1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Nikon 1 V1

 1 J2 1 V1 
IntroducedAugust 2012January 2012Fresher by 7 months

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Nikon 1 J2

 1 V1 1 J2 

Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Nikon 1 V1

 1 J2 1 V1 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display size
Display resolution921k921kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J2 provides external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V1 has measurements of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J2 versus the 1 V1.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J2 and 1 V1 is 91 and 84 respectively.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J2 and 1 V1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images although you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher 1 J2 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Portrait photography advice
Nikon 1 V1 Portrait photography advice
48
manual focus
decent sensor size (1")
exports RAW formats
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
54
focusing manually
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon 1 J2
Street photography with Nikon 1 V1
69
decent sensor size (1")
exports RAW formats
lighter than average in class (238g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
62
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW formats
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon 1 J2
Sports photography with Nikon 1 V1
48
silent mode (1/16,000s)
decent sensor size (1")
supports tracking focus
supports phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
not so great battery power (230 CIPA)
53
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor size is nice (1")
provides tracking focus
has phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon 1 J2
Travel photography with Nikon 1 V1
60
lighter than average in class (238 grams)
has built in flash
not so great battery power (230 CIPA)
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
41
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Landscape photography advice
Nikon 1 V1 Landscape photography advice
56
manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
decent sensor size (1")
exports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
not so great battery power (230 per charge)
60
focusing manually
swap lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
sensor size is nice (1")
supports RAW formats
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon 1 J2
Vlogging with Nikon 1 V1
30
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average in class (238g)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
missing mic support
30
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has mic support
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon 1 V1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 J2 and Nikon 1 V1
 Nikon 1 J2Nikon 1 V1
General Information
Brand Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon 1 J2 Nikon 1 V1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2012-08-09 2012-01-20
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed 3 -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1" 1"
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3872 x 2592 3872 x 2592
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 135 135
Lens
Lens support Nikon 1 Nikon 1
Available lenses 13 13
Crop factor 2.7 2.7
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 921k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 1,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Max silent shutter speed 1/16000 secs 1/16000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 10.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.00 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/60 secs 1/250 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 238 gr (0.52 pounds) 383 gr (0.84 pounds)
Physical dimensions 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 54 54
DXO Color Depth rating 21.3 21.3
DXO Dynamic range rating 10.8 11.0
DXO Low light rating 363 346
Other
Battery life 230 photos 350 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL20 EN-EL15
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $550 $670