Nikon 1 J2 vs Sony NEX-F3

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.

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.

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.

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.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and NEX-F3 is 91 and 86 respectively.

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.