Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon 1 J3 and Nikon 1 S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the 1 J3 (14MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1").

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The 1 J3 was unveiled 6 months after the 1 S1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 1 J3 scores versus the 1 S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J3 and Nikon 1 S1. The full galleries are available at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery and Nikon 1 S1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J3 comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Nikon 1 S1 has specifications of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon 1 J3 and Nikon 1 S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J3 against the 1 S1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J3 and 1 S1 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J3 and 1 S1.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon 1 J3 to give extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.