Nikon 1 J4 vs Sony A6000

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon 1 J4 versus Sony A6000, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J4 (18MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the 1 J4 (1") and A6000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The 1 J4 was introduced within a month of the A6000 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 1 J4 matches up against the A6000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J4 and Sony Alpha a6000. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Sony A6000 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J4 has physical 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 Sony A6000 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 1 J4 and the A6000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J4 and A6000 is 92 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The pic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J4 and A6000.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 J4 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony A6000 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively.