Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony A7c

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon 1 V1 versus Sony A7c, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and A7c (24MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and A7c (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V1 was brought out 9 years earlier than the A7c and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1 V1 matches up versus the A7c with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V1 and Sony Alpha A7c. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 V1 provides outside dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Sony A7c has sizing of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 V1 versus Sony A7c in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 V1 and the A7c.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and A7c is 84 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V1 and A7c.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 V1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7c will offer extra detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older 1 V1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.