Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony A7c

Here, we are comparing the Nikon 1 S1 versus Sony A7c, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and A7c (24MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and A7c (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 S1 was released 8 years earlier than the A7c and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 1 S1 matches up against the A7c in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S1 & Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S1 comes with outer dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 S1 versus Sony A7c in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the 1 S1 and the A7c.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 S1 and A7c is 92 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S1 and A7c.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 S1 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A7c will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older 1 S1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.