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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Nikon 1 J2 front
 
Sony Alpha A7c front
Portability
78
Imaging
76
Features
88
Overall
80

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c 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
  • Introduced August 2012
  • Old Model is Nikon 1 J1
  • Successor is Nikon 1 J3
Sony A7c
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
  • Introduced September 2020
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c Overview

Lets look closer at the Nikon 1 J2 and Sony A7c, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and A7c (24MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and A7c (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J2 was brought out 9 years earlier than the A7c which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1 J2 grades versus the A7c in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Sony A7c

 1 J2 A7c 

Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Nikon 1 J2

 A7c 1 J2 
IntroducedSeptember 2020August 2012Newer by 98 months
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution922k921kClearer display (+1k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Sony A7c

 1 J2 A7c 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Display size3"3"Same display measurement

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J2 offers external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 J2 and Sony A7c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J2 against the A7c.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J2 and A7c is 91 and 78 respectively.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c top view buttons comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J2 and A7c.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A7c will deliver greater detail having its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged 1 J2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Portrait photography details
Sony A7c Portrait photography details
48
manual focus
sensor size is decent (1")
exports RAW formats
no external flash support
low resolution (10MP)
78
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect autofocus
saves RAW files
can't use external flash
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Street Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 as a Street photography camera
Sony A7c as a Street photography camera
69
sensor size is decent (1")
exports RAW formats
lighter than competitors (238g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
85
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
provides focus via touch
environment proofing
very good high ISO (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Sports photography features
Sony A7c Sports photography features
48
quiet mode (1/16,000s)
sensor size is decent (1")
features tracking focus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
bad battery power (230 CIPA)
88
silent shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment proofing
good battery (740 per charge)
comes with phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon 1 J2
Travel photography with Sony A7c
60
lighter than competitors (238g)
built-in flash
bad battery power (230 CIPA)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
86
good battery (740 CIPA)
environment proofing
supports bluetooth
provides focus via touch
decent megapixels (24MP)
display is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Landscape photography information
Sony A7c Landscape photography information
56
manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
sensor size is decent (1")
exports RAW formats
no image stabilization
low resolution (10MP)
bad battery power (230 shots)
88
you can focus manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent megapixels (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
very good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
good battery (740 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Vlogging information
Sony A7c Vlogging information
30
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (238 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
does not have mic socket
86
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have microphone port
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A7c Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 J2 and Sony A7c
 Nikon 1 J2Sony Alpha A7c
General Information
Company Nikon Sony
Model Nikon 1 J2 Sony Alpha A7c
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2012-08-09 2020-09-14
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Expeed 3 -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1" Full frame
Sensor measurements 13.2 x 8.8mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3872 x 2592 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 6400 51200
Max boosted ISO - 204800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Min boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 135 693
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon 1 Sony E
Available lenses 13 122
Focal length multiplier 2.7 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fully articulated
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 921 thousand dot 922 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.59x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/16000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
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
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/60s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 238g (0.52 lb) 509g (1.12 lb)
Physical dimensions 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 54 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 21.3 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 10.8 not tested
DXO Low light score 363 not tested
Other
Battery life 230 pictures 740 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL20 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported)
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $550 $1,800