Nikon 1 J5 weighs
231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz) and has external dimensions of
98 x 60 x 32 mm (3.86 x 2.36 x 1.26″). Considering that the average weight of Mirrorless type cameras is 473g, Nikon 1 J5 is a remarkably light camera for its class. Even better, with a thickness of only 32mm, it is also quite small, 22mm thinner than the average of its class.
Weight Comparison
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Thickness Comparison
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Here is the front and top view image of Nikon 1 J5 with the dimensions:
Front and Top View External Dimensions and Size of Nikon 1 J5 Camera Body
In order to give you a better idea about the real life size of Nikon 1 J5, we have added an image of how it looks next to a credit card and an AA type battery.
Physical size of the Nikon 1 J5 Body Compared to a Credit Card and an AA Battery
Now let's compare Nikon 1 J5 size with the camera that it replaced: Nikon 1 J4 (Check J5 vs ).
Comparison image of Nikon 1 J5 and Nikon 1 J4 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Below you can find the comparison of the weight and thickness of Nikon 1 J5 with its main competitors:
Nikon 1 J5 Size Compared to Main Competitors
Weather Sealing
Nikon 1 J5 doesn't have any environmental sealings on its body so you got to be extra careful to protect it against water and dust. If you shoot under these conditions very often, consider checking Top Mirrorless Cameras with Weather Sealing page.