Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 J5

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 J5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J3 (14MP) and 1 J5 (21MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1").

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The 1 J3 was manufactured 16 months before the 1 J5 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the 1 J3 grades versus the 1 J5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J3 and Nikon 1 J5. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery and Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J3 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J5 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 J3 against the 1 J5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J3 and 1 J5 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J3 and 1 J5.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon 1 J5 to result in greater detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 1 J3 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.