Nikon 1 J4 vs Sony A7c

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon 1 J4 vs Sony A7c, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the 1 J4 (18MP) and A7c (24MP) and the 1 J4 (1") and A7c (Full frame) boast different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J4 was brought out 7 years prior to the A7c and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 1 J4 matches up vs the A7c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J4 and Sony Alpha A7c. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J4 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has proportions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 J4 vs Sony A7c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 J4 and the A7c.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and A7c is 92 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J4 and A7c.

All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 J4 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A7c will offer extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older 1 J4 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.