Nikon 1 S1 vs Sony FX3

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon 1 S1 versus Sony FX3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the 1 S1 (10MP) and the FX3 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the 1 S1 (1") and FX3 (Full frame) enjoy different sensor size.

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The 1 S1 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the FX3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the 1 S1 grades against the FX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 S1 and Sony FX3. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 S1 enjoys external dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony FX3 has sizing of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 S1 versus Sony FX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the 1 S1 compared to the FX3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1 S1 and FX3 is 92 and 62 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The visual underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 S1 and FX3.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 S1 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony FX3 will show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older 1 S1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.