Canon M3 vs Nikon 1 V1

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon M3 and Nikon 1 V1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and 1 V1 (1") feature different sensor measurements.

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The M3 was introduced 3 years later than the 1 V1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the M3 scores vs the 1 V1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M3 & Nikon 1 V1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon M3 comes with outer measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V1 has sizing of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the M3 versus the 1 V1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M3 and 1 V1 is 85 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M3 and 1 V1.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M3 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon M3 will show greater detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger M3 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.