Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A6600

Following is a detailed comparison of the Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony A6600, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and A6600 (24MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and A6600 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The 1 J2 was launched 8 years prior to the A6600 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 1 J2 grades against the A6600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J2 & Sony Alpha a6600. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Sony A6600 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J2 features outside 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) and the Sony A6600 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the 1 J2 and the A6600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and A6600 is 91 and 77 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J2 and A6600.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 J2 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A6600 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 1 J2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.