Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J3
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Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Key Specs
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- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 301g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Revealed October 2015
- Successor is Canon M100
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- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Released November 2013
- Previous Model is Nikon 1 J2
- Refreshed by Nikon 1 J4
Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the M10 (18MP) and 1 J3 (14MP) and the M10 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") provide different sensor sizes.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe M10 was revealed 23 months after the 1 J3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M10 scores against the 1 J3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M10 and Nikon 1 J3. The full galleries are provided at Canon M10 Gallery and Nikon 1 J3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M10 over the Nikon 1 J3
M10 | 1 J3 | |||
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Released | October 2015 | November 2013 | Newer by 23 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Clearer screen (+119k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Canon M10
1 J3 | M10 |
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Common features in the Canon M10 and Nikon 1 J3
M10 | 1 J3 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon M10 enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J3 has specifications of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M10 vs the 1 J3.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M10 and 1 J3 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and 1 J3.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M10 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon M10 will give you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger M10 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon M10 vs Nikon 1 J3 Specifications
Canon EOS M10 | Nikon 1 J3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon EOS M10 | Nikon 1 J3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-10-12 | 2013-11-30 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 135 |
Cross focus points | - | 41 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 23 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.6 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/60s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 301 gr (0.66 pounds) | 201 gr (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.0 | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | 753 | 420 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 255 shots | 220 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $599 | $170 |