Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-7

The following is a in-depth review of the Nikon 1 J2 versus Sony NEX-7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and NEX-7 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 J2 was unveiled 8 months after the NEX-7 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 1 J2 scores vs the NEX-7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J2 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J2 provides physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-7 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J2 versus Sony NEX-7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 J2 versus the NEX-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and NEX-7 is 91 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J2 and NEX-7.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J2 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-7 will provide extra detail having an extra 14MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern 1 J2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.