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Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp

Portability
84
Imaging
40
Features
68
Overall
51
Nikon 1 V1 front
 
Sigma fp front
Portability
84
Imaging
76
Features
79
Overall
77

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp Key Specs

Nikon 1 V1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
  • Announced January 2012
  • Newer Model is Nikon 1 V2
Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Launched July 2019
  • Updated by Sigma fp L
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp Overview

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon 1 V1 versus Sigma fp, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sigma. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and fp (25MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and fp (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 V1 was brought out 8 years prior to the fp and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 1 V1 matches up versus the fp when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Sigma fp

 1 V1 fp 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Nikon 1 V1

 fp 1 V1 
LaunchedJuly 2019January 2012Fresher by 90 months
Display dimension3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k921kSharper display (+1179k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Nikon 1 V1 and Sigma fp

 1 V1 fp 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V1 comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the 1 V1 and the fp.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and fp is 84 and 84 respectively.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp top view buttons comparison

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V1 and fp.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 V1 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sigma fp will show more detail having its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older 1 V1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon 1 V1 Portrait photography advice
Sigma fp Portrait photography advice
54
focusing manually
good sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
85
focusing manually
sensor resolution is fantastic (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon 1 V1 Street photography info
Sigma fp Street photography info
62
good sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
77
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW files
has focus by touch
environment proof
good high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon 1 V1 Sports photography factors
Sigma fp Sports photography factors
53
quiet shutter (1/16,000s)
good sensor size (1")
comes with tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
73
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is fantastic (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment proof
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon 1 V1 Travel photography info
Sigma fp Travel photography info
41
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
78
environment proof
has focus by touch
sensor resolution is fantastic (25MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon 1 V1 as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma fp as a Landscape photography camera
60
focusing manually
switch lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
good sized screen (3")
good sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
83
focusing manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inches)
sensor resolution is fantastic (25 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW files
environment proof
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon 1 V1 Vlogging factors
Sigma fp Vlogging factors
30
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does have external mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
37
touch screen
features face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has external mic jack
does not feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
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Nikon 1 V1 vs Sigma fp Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 V1 and Sigma fp
 Nikon 1 V1Sigma fp
General Information
Company Nikon Sigma
Model Nikon 1 V1 Sigma fp
Category Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2012-01-20 2019-07-11
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 116.2mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 25MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3872 x 2592 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 6400 25600
Max enhanced ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Lowest enhanced ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 135 49
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon 1 Leica L
Amount of lenses 13 30
Focal length multiplier 2.7 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3.2"
Resolution of screen 921k dot 2,100k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 1,440k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/8000 secs
Max silent shutter speed 1/16000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per second 12.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync 1/250 secs -
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 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Yes
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 383 gr (0.84 pounds) 422 gr (0.93 pounds)
Dimensions 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 54 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 21.3 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 11.0 not tested
DXO Low light score 346 not tested
Other
Battery life 350 photographs -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL15 BP-51
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 wec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $670 $2,050