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Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1

Portability
92
Imaging
44
Features
63
Overall
51
Nikon 1 J3 front
 
Nikon 1 S1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
41
Features
56
Overall
47

Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Key Specs

Nikon 1 J3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 160 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
  • Revealed November 2013
  • Older Model is Nikon 1 J2
  • Updated by Nikon 1 J4
Nikon 1 S1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
  • Introduced June 2013
  • Replacement is Nikon 1 S2
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Overview

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.

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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Nikon 1 S1

 1 J3 1 S1 
Screen resolution921k460kClearer screen (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Nikon 1 J3

 1 S1 1 J3 

Common features in the Nikon 1 J3 and Nikon 1 S1

 1 J3 1 S1 
IntroducedNovember 2013June 2013Similar generation
Focus manually Very accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen dimensions
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison

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).

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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.

Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 size comparison

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

Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 top view buttons comparison

Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison

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.

Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 sensor size comparison

Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon 1 J3 Portrait photography information
Nikon 1 S1 Portrait photography information
58
has manual focus
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
supports RAW files
can't use external flash
48
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW formats
can't use external flash
low MP (10 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Nikon 1 J3 Street photography details
Nikon 1 S1 Street photography details
70
sensor size is decent (1")
supports RAW files
lighter than competition (201 grams)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
69
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competition (197g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Nikon 1 J3 Sports photography info
Nikon 1 S1 Sports photography info
57
silent shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
supports tracking autofocus
has phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (220 shots)
49
silent shooting (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor size is decent (1")
has tracking focus
comes with phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
bad battery life (220 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Nikon 1 J3
Travel photography with Nikon 1 S1
69
lighter than competition (201g)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
not so great battery pack (220 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
61
lighter than competition (197 grams)
built-in flash
bad battery life (220 CIPA)
low MP (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon 1 J3 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon 1 S1 as a Landscape photography camera
64
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
screen size is good (3")
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (1")
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
not so great battery pack (220 per charge)
56
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
sensor size is decent (1")
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
low MP (10 megapixels)
bad battery life (220 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon 1 J3 Vlogging details
Nikon 1 S1 Vlogging details
30
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (201 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of external mic port
30
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (197 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
no mic support
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon 1 S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon 1 J3 and Nikon 1 S1
 Nikon 1 J3Nikon 1 S1
General Information
Brand Nikon Nikon
Model type Nikon 1 J3 Nikon 1 S1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2013-11-30 2013-06-21
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1" 1"
Sensor dimensions 13.2 x 8.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 116.2mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3072 3872 x 2592
Highest native ISO 6400 12800
Minimum native ISO 160 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 135 135
Cross type focus points 41 -
Lens
Lens support Nikon 1 Nikon 1
Total lenses 13 13
Crop factor 2.7 2.7
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 921k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/16000s 1/16000s
Continuous shutter rate 15.0fps 15.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.00 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/60s 1/60s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Optional Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 201g (0.44 lb) 197g (0.43 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 52 56
DXO Color Depth rating 20.4 21.4
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.0 11.1
DXO Low light rating 420 397
Other
Battery life 220 photos 220 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID EN-EL20 EN-EL20
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Single Single
Price at release $170 $231