Nikon 1 J4 vs Sony NEX-C3

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Nikon 1 J4 versus Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the 1 J4 (1") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The 1 J4 was introduced 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 1 J4 matches up versus the NEX-C3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J4 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J4 comes with outside dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 1 J4 versus the NEX-C3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J4 and NEX-C3 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J4 and NEX-C3.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J4 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Nikon 1 J4 will give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern 1 J4 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.