Nikon 1 V1 vs Sony A6100

Following is a extensive overview of the Nikon 1 V1 versus Sony A6100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1 V1 (10MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the 1 V1 (1") and A6100 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The 1 V1 was announced 8 years earlier than the A6100 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1 V1 grades vs the A6100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V1 & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 V1 provides exterior measurements of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Sony A6100 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 V1 versus the A6100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and A6100 is 84 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The pic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V1 and A6100.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 V1 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A6100 will render greater detail with its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged 1 V1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.