Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon 1 V1
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Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon 1 V1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 232g - 100 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 J3
- New Model is Nikon 1 J5
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Successor is Nikon 1 V2

Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon 1 V1 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon 1 J4 versus Nikon 1 V1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J4 (18MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1").

The 1 J4 was introduced 2 years later than the 1 V1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 1 J4 matches up vs the 1 V1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon 1 V1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J4 & Nikon 1 V1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J4 over the Nikon 1 V1
1 J4 | 1 V1 | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 28 months |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Crisper screen (+116k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Nikon 1 J4
1 V1 | 1 J4 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J4 and Nikon 1 V1
1 J4 | 1 V1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon 1 V1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J4 has got external dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon 1 V1 has dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Look at the Nikon 1 J4 versus Nikon 1 V1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 J4 against the 1 V1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and 1 V1 is 92 and 84 respectively.

Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon 1 V1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J4 and 1 V1.
As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon 1 J4 to show more detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer 1 J4 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon 1 V1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon 1 V1 Specifications
Nikon 1 J4 | Nikon 1 V1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon 1 J4 | Nikon 1 V1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2014-04-10 | 2012-01-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5232 x 3488 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 171 | 135 |
Cross focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 13 | 13 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1472 x 984 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 232 gr (0.51 lb) | 383 gr (0.84 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 350 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL22 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $600 | $670 |