Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3
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![Nikon 1 J2 front Nikon 1 J2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-1-J2.jpg)
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Launched August 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 J1
- Successor is Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Launched August 2012
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-C3
- Refreshed by Sony NEX-3N
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon 1 J2 versus Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.
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The 1 J2 was released very close to the NEX-F3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 1 J2 matches up against the NEX-F3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J2 & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Sony NEX-F3
1 J2 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Nikon 1 J2
NEX-F3 | 1 J2 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Sony NEX-F3
1 J2 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J2 has got external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Examine the Nikon 1 J2 versus Sony NEX-F3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J2 versus the NEX-F3.
![Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 size comparison Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J2-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-F3-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and NEX-F3 is 91 and 86 respectively.
![Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J2-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-F3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J2 and NEX-F3.
As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 J2 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-F3 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively.
![Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-J2-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-F3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J2-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-F3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Nikon 1 J2 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon 1 J2 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-08-09 | 2012-08-16 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Available lenses | 13 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/60 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 238 grams (0.52 pounds) | 314 grams (0.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 54 | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | 363 | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | 470 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $550 | $470 |