Canon R10 vs Nikon 1 J3

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon R10 and Nikon 1 J3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the R10 (24MP) and 1 J3 (14MP) and the R10 (APS-C) and 1 J3 (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The R10 was released 8 years after the 1 J3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon R10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 J3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the R10 scores versus the 1 J3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R10 & Nikon 1 J3. The complete galleries are available at Canon R10 Gallery & Nikon 1 J3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon R10 has outer measurements of 123mm x 88mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J3 has dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R10 and Nikon 1 J3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the R10 and the 1 J3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R10 and 1 J3 is 69 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R10 and 1 J3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R10 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon R10 will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher R10 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.