Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony FX30
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Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony FX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Released June 2013
- Replacement is Nikon 1 S2
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 646g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Released September 2022

Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony FX30 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Nikon 1 S1 and Sony FX30, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and FX30 (26MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and FX30 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

The 1 S1 was introduced 10 years prior to the FX30 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 1 S1 scores vs the FX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony FX30 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 S1 & Sony FX30. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Sony FX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Sony FX30
1 S1 | FX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX30 over the Nikon 1 S1
FX30 | 1 S1 | |||
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Released | September 2022 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 112 months |
Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1900k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 S1 and Sony FX30
1 S1 | FX30 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical display size |
Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony FX30 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S1 features 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) whilst the Sony FX30 has measurements of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Check the Nikon 1 S1 and Sony FX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 S1 against the FX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 1 S1 and FX30 is 92 and 64 respectively.

Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony FX30 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S1 and FX30.
Plainly, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S1 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony FX30 will offer you more detail using its extra 16MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged 1 S1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony FX30 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony FX30 Specifications
Nikon 1 S1 | Sony FX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon 1 S1 | Sony FX30 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-06-21 | 2022-09-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 26 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 6192 x 4128 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 32000 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 13 | 187 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 2,360k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 15.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/60 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-I, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 197g (0.43 lbs) | 646g (1.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 397 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | 570 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | One | 2 |
Launch pricing | $231 | $1,800 |