Nikon 1 V1 vs Nikon Z30

Here, we are matching up the Nikon 1 V1 versus Nikon Z30, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are produced by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and Z30 (21MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and Z30 (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The 1 V1 was launched 11 years earlier than the Z30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 V1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1 V1 scores vs the Z30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V1 and Nikon Z30. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Nikon Z30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V1 provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Nikon Z30 has proportions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

See the Nikon 1 V1 versus Nikon Z30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 1 V1 vs the Z30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 V1 and Z30 is 84 and 79 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The visual here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V1 and Z30.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 V1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon Z30 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The older 1 V1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.