Nikon 1 J2 vs Nikon A

Its time to look more closely at the Nikon 1 J2 and Nikon A, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and A (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and A (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The 1 J2 was revealed 10 months earlier than the A which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon A being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1 J2 matches up against the A in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J2 and Nikon Coolpix A. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Nikon A Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J2 comes with external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Nikon A has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 J2 and Nikon A in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J2 compared to the A.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J2 and A is 91 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J2 and A.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 J2 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Nikon A will show greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older 1 J2 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.