Nikon 1 J5 vs Nikon Z30

In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon 1 J5 and Nikon Z30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The resolution of the 1 J5 (21MP) and the Z30 (21MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 J5 (1") and Z30 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The 1 J5 was brought out 8 years before the Z30 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon 1 J5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 1 J5 grades against the Z30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J5 & Nikon Z30. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery & Nikon Z30 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J5 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Nikon Z30 has proportions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J5 against the Z30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J5 and Z30 is 91 and 79 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J5 and Z30.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The 1 J5 includes the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF trickier. The older 1 J5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.