Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon D850

Here, we are comparing the Nikon 1 J3 vs Nikon D850, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the 1 J3 (14MP) and D850 (46MP) and the 1 J3 (1") and D850 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J3 was announced 4 years earlier than the D850 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 J3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon D850 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 1 J3 matches up against the D850 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J3 and Nikon D850. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery and Nikon D850 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J3 enjoys outer measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Nikon D850 has specifications of 146mm x 124mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 J3 vs the D850.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J3 and D850 is 92 and 54 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J3 and D850.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J3 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Nikon D850 will deliver more detail with its extra 32MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 1 J3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.