Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon 1 S1

The following is a in depth review of the Nikon 1 J4 versus Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both created by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J4 (18MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1").

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The 1 J4 was introduced 10 months after the 1 S1 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 1 J4 matches up vs the 1 S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J4 & Nikon 1 S1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery & Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J4 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon 1 S1 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 J4 versus Nikon 1 S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the 1 J4 against the 1 S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and 1 S1 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J4 and 1 S1.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon 1 J4 to deliver more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent 1 J4 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.