Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon 1 V1
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon 1 V1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 231g - 98 x 60 x 32mm
- Launched April 2015
- Superseded the Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Announced January 2012
- Replacement is Nikon 1 V2

Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon 1 V1 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Nikon 1 J5 versus Nikon 1 V1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both are created by Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J5 (21MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1").

The 1 J5 was announced 3 years later than the 1 V1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 1 J5 grades vs the 1 V1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon 1 V1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J5 and Nikon 1 V1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery and Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J5 over the Nikon 1 V1
1 J5 | 1 V1 | |||
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Announced | April 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 39 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+116k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Nikon 1 J5
1 V1 | 1 J5 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 J5 and Nikon 1 V1
1 J5 | 1 V1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon 1 V1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J5 has exterior measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 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).
Examine the Nikon 1 J5 versus Nikon 1 V1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J5 and the 1 V1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J5 and 1 V1 is 91 and 84 respectively.

Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon 1 V1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J5 and 1 V1.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon 1 J5 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent 1 J5 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon 1 V1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon 1 V1 Specifications
Nikon 1 J5 | Nikon 1 V1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon 1 J5 | Nikon 1 V1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-04-03 | 2012-01-20 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 5A | - |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 21MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 171 | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 13 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4K (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (120p/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 | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231 grams (0.51 lbs) | 383 grams (0.84 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 60 x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 65 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 479 | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 350 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL24 | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $497 | $670 |