Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Announced November 2013
- Older Model is Nikon 1 J2
- New Model is Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Announced May 2019
- Replaced the Olympus TG-5
Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the 1 J3 (14MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is very close but the 1 J3 (1") and TG-6 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe 1 J3 was introduced 6 years before the TG-6 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 J3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-6 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 1 J3 matches up against the TG-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J3 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Olympus TG-6
1 J3 | TG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Nikon 1 J3
TG-6 | 1 J3 | |||
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Announced | May 2019 | November 2013 | More modern by 66 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 921k | Sharper display (+119k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J3 and Olympus TG-6
1 J3 | TG-6 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J3 enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
Check out the Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the 1 J3 versus the TG-6.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J3 and TG-6 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J3 and TG-6.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 J3 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon 1 J3 will render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged 1 J3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Nikon 1 J3 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon 1 J3 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-11-30 | 2019-05-22 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 135 | 25 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 13 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 15.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/60s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 201g (0.44 pounds) | 253g (0.56 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 420 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL20 | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $170 | $449 |