Nikon 1 J5 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here is a detailed assessment of the Nikon 1 J5 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J5 (21MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the 1 J5 (1") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The 1 J5 was manufactured 3 years later than the NEX-C3 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 1 J5 grades vs the NEX-C3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J5 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J5 provides outside measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 1 J5 against the NEX-C3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J5 and NEX-C3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J5 and NEX-C3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 J5 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Nikon 1 J5 will provide greater detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger 1 J5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.