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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48
Nikon 1 J2 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
66
Features
89
Overall
75

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 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
  • Revealed August 2012
  • Earlier Model is Nikon 1 J1
  • Updated by Nikon 1 J3
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Announced March 2023
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Below is a extended assessment of the Nikon 1 J2 and Sony ZV-E1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the 1 J2 (10MP) and the ZV-E1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the 1 J2 (1") and ZV-E1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The 1 J2 was brought out 11 years before the ZV-E1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 1 J2 matches up versus the ZV-E1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Sony ZV-E1

 1 J2 ZV-E1 

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Nikon 1 J2

 ZV-E1 1 J2 
AnnouncedMarch 2023August 2012More recent by 129 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1037k921kClearer screen (+116k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Sony ZV-E1

 1 J2 ZV-E1 
Manually focus Very accurate focusing
Screen size3"3.00"Same screen measurements

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J2 enjoys exterior 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) while the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 J2 and Sony ZV-E1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the 1 J2 compared to the ZV-E1.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and ZV-E1 is 91 and 80 respectively.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J2 and ZV-E1.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 J2 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony ZV-E1 will offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 1 J2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Portrait photography camera
48
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
cannot use external flash
low MP (10 megapixels)
71
focusing manually
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
low resolution sensor (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Street photography advice
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography advice
69
nice sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than competitors (238 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
84
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
environment proofing
lighter than competition (483g)
great high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Sports photography highlights
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography highlights
48
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
nice sensor size (1")
supports tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
terrible battery pack (230 shots)
71
silent shutter (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
environment proofing
great battery life (570 per charge)
comes with phase detect autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/ seconds)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Travel photography details
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography details
60
lighter than competitors (238 grams)
flash built-in
terrible battery pack (230 CIPA)
low MP (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
79
great battery life (570 per charge)
lighter than competition (483 grams)
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
display is selfie friendly
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 Landscape photography information
Sony ZV-E1 Landscape photography information
56
you can focus manually
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
nice screen size (3")
nice sensor size (1")
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10MP)
terrible battery pack (230 CIPA)
79
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is decent (3.00")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
great high ISO (102,400)
delivers RAW formats
environment proofing
great battery life (570 per charge)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon 1 J2 as a Vlogging camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Vlogging camera
30
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors (238g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have external mic socket
85
display is selfie friendly
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 1920 pixels)
does have external mic support
lighter than competition (483 grams)
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 J2 and Sony ZV-E1
 Nikon 1 J2Sony ZV-E1
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model type Nikon 1 J2 Sony ZV-E1
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2012-08-09 2023-03-29
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed 3 -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3872 x 2592 4240 x 2832
Highest native ISO 6400 102400
Highest enhanced ISO - 409600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Lowest enhanced ISO - 40
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 135 759
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon 1 Sony E
Number of lenses 13 195
Focal length multiplier 2.7 1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 3" 3.00"
Resolution of screen 921k dots 1,037k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s -
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/16000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.00 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/60s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 3840x1920
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 238 grams (0.52 pounds) 483 grams (1.06 pounds)
Physical dimensions 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 54 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 21.3 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 10.8 not tested
DXO Low light rating 363 not tested
Other
Battery life 230 photos 570 photos
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL20 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $550 $2,198