Nikon 1 J3 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Superseded the Nikon 1 J2
- Refreshed by Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Announced August 2013
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-5R
Nikon 1 J3 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Nikon 1 J3 and Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the 1 J3 (14MP) and the NEX-5T (16MP) is fairly similar but the 1 J3 (1") and NEX-5T (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe 1 J3 was unveiled 4 months after the NEX-5T which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 1 J3 scores against the NEX-5T with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J3 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Sony NEX-5T
1 J3 | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Nikon 1 J3
NEX-5T | 1 J3 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 921k | Sharper display (+1k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J3 and Sony NEX-5T
1 J3 | NEX-5T | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | August 2013 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Nikon 1 J3 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J3 comes with outer dimensions 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 Sony NEX-5T has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Compare the Nikon 1 J3 and Sony NEX-5T in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 J3 versus the NEX-5T.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J3 and NEX-5T is 92 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J3 and NEX-5T.
As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J3 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony NEX-5T will offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Nikon 1 J3 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon 1 J3 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-11-30 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 99 |
Cross focus points | 41 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 13 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 15.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/60 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 grams (0.44 lbs) | 276 grams (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 52 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 420 | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 330 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $170 | $400 |