Nikon 1 J3 vs Sony NEX-6

Lets look a bit more closely at the Nikon 1 J3 and Sony NEX-6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the 1 J3 (14MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is relatively similar but the 1 J3 (1") and NEX-6 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J3 was announced 9 months later than the NEX-6 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 1 J3 scores against the NEX-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J3 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J3 features 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) and the Sony NEX-6 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 J3 and Sony NEX-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 J3 against the NEX-6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J3 and NEX-6 is 92 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J3 and NEX-6.

All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 J3 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony NEX-6 will offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern 1 J3 should have a benefit in sensor tech.