Nikon 1 S1 vs Nikon Z fc

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon 1 S1 versus Nikon Z fc, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both designed by Nikon. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and Z fc (21MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and Z fc (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The 1 S1 was introduced 9 years earlier than the Z fc which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 1 S1 matches up vs the Z fc with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S1 & Nikon Z fc. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Nikon Z fc Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S1 provides external measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon Z fc has specifications of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 S1 versus Nikon Z fc in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 S1 against the Z fc.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S1 and Z fc is 92 and 79 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S1 and Z fc.

All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 S1 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Nikon Z fc will render greater detail using its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 1 S1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.