Nikon 1 J5 vs Sony ZV-E10

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon 1 J5 vs Sony ZV-E10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 1 J5 (21MP) and the ZV-E10 (24MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 J5 (1") and ZV-E10 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J5 was released 7 years prior to the ZV-E10 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 1 J5 grades against the ZV-E10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J5 and Sony ZV-E10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery and Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J5 offers external dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E10 has proportions of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") along with a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J5 vs Sony ZV-E10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 1 J5 and the ZV-E10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J5 and ZV-E10 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J5 and ZV-E10.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 J5 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony ZV-E10 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged 1 J5 will be behind in sensor technology.