Both Nikon 1 S1 and Nikon 1 J1 have 1-inch sized 10.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.
Below you can see the 1 S1 and 1 J1 sensor size comparison.
Nikon 1 S1 and Nikon 1 J1 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.
DxOMark Sensor Scores
At Camera Decision, we also look at Dxo Mark sensors when available as we think it is a good indicator of image quality.
Model |
Overall |
Color Depth |
Dynamic Range |
Low-light ISO |
Nikon 1 S1 |
56 |
21.4 bits |
11.1 Evs |
397 ISO |
Nikon 1 J1 |
56 |
21.5 bits |
11.0 Evs |
372 ISO |