Nikon 1 J5 vs Sigma fp
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Sigma fp Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 231g - 98 x 60 x 32mm
- Revealed April 2015
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Released July 2019
- Replacement is Sigma fp L

Nikon 1 J5 vs Sigma fp Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Nikon 1 J5 and Sigma fp, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sigma. The image resolution of the 1 J5 (21MP) and the fp (25MP) is very well matched but the 1 J5 (1") and fp (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The 1 J5 was unveiled 5 years prior to the fp which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the 1 J5 grades versus the fp in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon 1 J5 vs Sigma fp Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J5 & Sigma fp. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J5 over the Sigma fp
1 J5 | fp | |||
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Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Nikon 1 J5
fp | 1 J5 | |||
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Released | July 2019 | ![]() | April 2015 | More modern by 52 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1037k | Crisper display (+1063k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J5 and Sigma fp
1 J5 | fp | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon 1 J5 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J5 comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sigma fp has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon 1 J5 and Sigma fp in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 1 J5 compared to the fp.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J5 and fp is 91 and 84 respectively.

Nikon 1 J5 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J5 and fp.
All in all, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 J5 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sigma fp will give more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged 1 J5 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon 1 J5 vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 J5 vs Sigma fp Specifications
Nikon 1 J5 | Sigma fp | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sigma |
Model type | Nikon 1 J5 | Sigma fp |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-04-03 | 2019-07-11 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 5A | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 858.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 25 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 171 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 13 | 30 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 20.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4K (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (120p/60p/30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231 grams (0.51 lbs) | 422 grams (0.93 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 60 x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 479 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL24 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 wec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $497 | $2,050 |