Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony a5000

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon 1 J2 and Sony a5000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and a5000 (20MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and a5000 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 J2 was launched 17 months before the a5000 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 1 J2 matches up versus the a5000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J2 & Sony Alpha a5000. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J2 has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony a5000 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 J2 and Sony a5000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J2 vs the a5000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J2 and a5000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J2 and a5000.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 J2 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony a5000 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older 1 J2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.