Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sony NEX-5R
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sony NEX-5R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 356g - 114 x 72 x 37mm
- Announced September 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Announced August 2012
- Superseded the Sony NEX-5N
- Later Model is Sony NEX-5T
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Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 AW1 (1") and NEX-5R (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 1 AW1 was released 13 months later than the NEX-5R which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 1 AW1 grades against the NEX-5R with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 AW1 over the Sony NEX-5R
| 1 AW1 | NEX-5R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2013 |  | August 2012 | Fresher by 13 months |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5R over the Nikon 1 AW1
| NEX-5R | 1 AW1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 AW1 and Sony NEX-5R
| 1 AW1 | NEX-5R | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sony NEX-5R Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 AW1 has physical dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5R has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Look at the Nikon 1 AW1 versus Sony NEX-5R in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 AW1 against the NEX-5R.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 AW1 and NEX-5R is 86 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sony NEX-5R Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 AW1 and NEX-5R.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 AW1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-5R will show more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern 1 AW1 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Sony NEX-5R Specifications
| Nikon 1 AW1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Sony |
| Model type | Nikon 1 AW1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5R |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2013-09-19 | 2012-08-29 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXPEED 3A | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | 99 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 13 | 121 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | Tilt Up 180� Down 50� TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Fill flash, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye w/slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/60 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 240 (400 fps), 320 x 120 (1200 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 356g (0.78 pounds) | 276g (0.61 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 51 | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 20.2 | 23.7 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.9 | 13.1 |
| DXO Low light rating | 428 | 910 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 photos | 330 photos |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $0 | $750 |
