Nikon 1 J4 vs Sony ZV-E10

In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon 1 J4 versus Sony ZV-E10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J4 (18MP) and ZV-E10 (24MP) and the 1 J4 (1") and ZV-E10 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J4 was announced 8 years earlier than the ZV-E10 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 1 J4 grades vs the ZV-E10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J4 & Sony ZV-E10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery & Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J4 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E10 has proportions of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") with a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 J4 versus Sony ZV-E10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the 1 J4 vs the ZV-E10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and ZV-E10 is 92 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J4 and ZV-E10.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 J4 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony ZV-E10 will show greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older 1 J4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.