Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony NEX-5T
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Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony NEX-5T Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
- Released June 2013
- Later Model is Nikon 1 S2
(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
- Launched August 2013
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-5R
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On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon 1 S1 and Sony NEX-5T, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and NEX-5T (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 1 S1 was launched 2 months prior to the NEX-5T and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 1 S1 grades against the NEX-5T in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Sony NEX-5T
| 1 S1 | NEX-5T |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Nikon 1 S1
| NEX-5T | 1 S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 S1 and Sony NEX-5T
| 1 S1 | NEX-5T | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | June 2013 |  | August 2013 | Same generation |
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display size |
Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S1 features outer measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Check out the Nikon 1 S1 and Sony NEX-5T in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the 1 S1 vs the NEX-5T.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S1 and NEX-5T is 92 and 89 respectively.
Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S1 and NEX-5T.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 S1 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony NEX-5T will show more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively.
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Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
| Nikon 1 S1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Sony |
| Model | Nikon 1 S1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2013-06-21 | 2013-08-27 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | 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 | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 135 | 99 |
| Cross focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Sony E |
| Available lenses | 13 | 121 |
| Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 15.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/60 secs | 1/160 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | 197g (0.43 lb) | 276g (0.61 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 56 | 78 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 21.4 | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | 13.0 |
| DXO Low light score | 397 | 1015 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 220 photos | 330 photos |
| Style 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 recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $231 | $400 |