Nikon 1 J4 vs Nikon D3200

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon 1 J4 versus Nikon D3200, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both offered by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the 1 J4 (18MP) and D3200 (24MP) and the 1 J4 (1") and D3200 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The 1 J4 was brought out 21 months after the D3200 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 J4 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1 J4 scores against the D3200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J4 & Nikon D3200. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery & Nikon D3200 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J4 provides outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon D3200 has measurements of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Check out the Nikon 1 J4 versus Nikon D3200 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J4 vs the D3200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J4 and D3200 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J4 and D3200.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 J4 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Nikon D3200 will show extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger 1 J4 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.